Frequently asked questions

Below you will find a list of frequently asked questions about study and life skills workshops.

Who can register for these workshops?
How do I choose the right workshop?
Are the same workshops offered on every campus?
How do I register for SLU workshops?
How can I find out the room number of my workshop session?
Are the workshops only for first year students?
What if I can't make it to any of the scheduled workshop sessions?
Further information

Who can register for these workshops?

Any student enrolled at UWS can enrol in SLU workshops. These workshops are offered free of charge and are presented by the academic staff of the Student Learning Unit.

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How do I choose the right workshop?

The hyperlink to the workshop descriptions can be found at the top of this page. Read the information on each workshop carefully before you register. It will include specific information about:

• What information will be presented in the workshop 
• Who the target audience is for the workshop (e.g. first year students, returning students etc.) 
• Whether the workshop repeats information offered in other workshops or programs.

Please note that many of the general workshops offered at the beginning of the semester present the same information as that covered in the AcPrep and UniStep programs. If you have attended the AcPrep or Unistep program, please check the workshop description to determine if the workshop you are interested in is appropriate for you.

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Are the same workshops offered on every campus?

Each semester, SLU offers a variety of workshops throughout UWS. However, due to student interest and staff availability, the number and type of workshops offered on a specific campus may vary from semester to semester.

You are welcome to register for any workshop we offer, not only those on your home campus. Use the Online Workshop Registration System to determine where a session of the workshop you are interested in attending will be presented.

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How do I register for SLU workshops?

The SLU has implemented an online registration system for all its workshops. You can access this system from any computer with an internet connection. More information can be found on the Workshop Registration page.

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How can I find out the room number of my workshop session?

Venues are displayed when you register through the Online Workshop Registration System page. Also, when you register for a workshop, a confirmation letter will be emailed to you containing that information.

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Are the workshops only for first year students?

The generic workshops are especially useful for students beginning university study, because the writing requirements will be very different from high school or TAFE. However, returning students are also welcome to attend, as students encounter different types of academic writing and assessment at different points in their university studies.

Use your unit outline to determine whether or not a workshop will be helpful to you with your coursework. Consider the types of assignments you are required to do and the types of writing you have done in the past.

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What if I can't make it to any of the scheduled workshop sessions?

Consider organising your own workshop. SLU staff can help you design a workshop for a small group (between 5 and 15 students). If you and other people in your classes have missed out on a workshop because of scheduling conflicts, or if you need assistance targeted to a specific subject or assignment, this may be the best option for you.

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Further information

If you would like more information about the study and life skills workshops offered at UWS, please send us an email at lsuworkshop@uws.edu.au

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