Event Archive
Nursing and Midwifery Student Forum
We would like to hear from you and take the opportunity to invite you to the Annual School Student Forum to be held:
| Campbelltown |
Monday, 18 March Building 7.G.12, (Conference Room) |
1:00pm - 2:00pm |
| Hawkesbury |
Thursday, 21 March Building H7, (Outside Area) |
1:00pm - 2:00pm |
| Parramatta |
Wednesday 27 March Building EB.G.02, (Student Lounge) |
1:00pm - 2:00pm |
Download School of Nursing and Midwifery Student Forum Invitation (opens in new window) (PDF, 196Kb) for more information.
For catering purposes please RSVP by Friday, 15 March by registering online at: www.uws.edu.au/snmevent
Nursing and Midwifery Orientation Programs
The UWS Orientation program will help you in your transition to university and to a new chapter of your life. Each session has a different focus and therefore it is important that you attend both.
Orientation is the official start of the Autumn session and specifically designed to introduce you to the University and key staff members.
It’s also the time to ask all your questions and...
- check with appropriate staff if you have problems with your enrolment or tutorial registration
- obtain important information about settling in at UWS and life in Sydney
- meet other new students
- get prepared for your classes
- have fun and get ready for the UWS experience!
Orientation Sessions
At your Orientation session you will find out more information about your course, have the opportunity to meet academic staff, get to know other students from your course, ensure that you are prepared to start classes and tour the library and the campus.
Review the Orientation checklist [PDF, 143Kb] (opens in new window)
as there are some steps you can complete before and some steps you will complete at your Orientation.
Hawkesbury Campus sessions:
Bachelor of Nursing
10.00am - 12.00pm Tuesday, 19 February 2013
Building G6, Room G.43
View Campus map [PDF, 842Kb] (opens in new window)
Parramatta Campus sessions:
Bachelor of Midwifery
12.30pm - 2.30pm Monday, 18 February 2013
Venue: Building EA, 2.29
Bachelor of Nursing
10.00am - 12.00pm Thursday, 21 February 2013
Building EE, (Auditorium)
View Campus map [PDF, 233Kb] (opens in new window)
Campbelltown Campus sessions:
Bachelor of Nursing
12.30pm - 2.30pm Friday, 22 February 2013
Building 301, Room G.206
View Campus map [PDF, 389KB] (opens in new window)
Find out more about the Bachelor of Nursing Orientation Program (opens in new window)
Find out more about the Bachelor of Midwifery Orientation Program (opens in new window)
'Ask Us' Assistants will be on campus during week 0 and week 1. They'll be in bright green shirts and are able to answer any questions you have about Orientation or finding your way around campus.
School of Nursing and Midwifery Research Seminar
Friday 8th February 2013
Location: Parramatta Campus
School of Nursing and Midwifery Student Lounge
Building EB.G.02
Starting at: 1.00pm
Please note: This is an indicative seminar program and subject to change
Seminar Program
| 1.00pm |
WelcomeProfessor Rhonda Griffiths, Dean |
| 1.10pm - 1.50pm |
ERA Rating System: How to improve your rankingProfessor Andrew Cheetham, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research) |
| 2.00pm - 2.40pm |
Writing Quantitative Grants: Methods and Data AnalysisDr Anthony Good, Senior Clinical Trialist |
| 3.00pm - 3.40pm |
Improving School Based Research OutcomesAssociate Professor Dr Michael Darcy, Director of Research and HDR |
| 4.00pm |
ClosingProfessor Rhonda Griffiths, Dean |
Tea and coffee will be available throughout the afternoon
Please view the Seminar Program (opens in new window) for more details and contact Danielle Latham if you require further information on 02 4620 3352
Nursing and Midwifery Autumn Sessions 2013
The UWS My Course Planning Session and Orientation program will help you in your transition to university and to a new chapter of your life. Each session has a different focus and therefore it is important that you attend both.
Orientation is the official start of the Autumn session and specifically designed to introduce you to the University and key staff members.
It’s also the time to ask all your questions and...
- check with appropriate staff if you have problems with your enrolment or tutorial registration
- obtain important information about settling in at UWS and life in Sydney
- meet other new students
- get prepared for your classes
- have fun and get ready for the UWS experience!
My Course Planning
What are My Course Planning (MCP) sessions?
My Course Planning sessions are held before the start of the teaching session before Orientation. They are compulsory and provide important information about your course and check with appropriate staff if you have problems with your enrolment or tutorial registration.
You may be able to apply for Advanced Standing for previous study at your My Course Planning session.
Hawkesbury Campus sessions:
Bachelor of Nursing
9.00am - 12.00pm Thursday, 7 February 2013
Building G1, Room G.51 (Lecture Theatre)
Bachelor of Nursing Advanced
The My Course Planning session for this course will be held at Parramatta campus on Thursday, 7 February 2013.
Please see the Parramatta MCP session for details.
Parramatta Campus sessions:
Bachelor of Midwifery
1.00pm - 4.00pm Thursday, 7 February 2013
Building EA, Room G.38
Bachelor of Nursing
2.00pm - 5.00pm Thursday, 7 February 2013
Building EA, Room G.18 (Lecture Theatre 1)
Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced)
9.00am - 11.00am Thursday, 7 February 2013
Building EA, Room G.38
Campbelltown Campus sessions:
Bachelor of Nursing
12.00pm - 3.00pm Friday, 8 February 2013
Building 21, Room G.03
Bachelor of Nursing (Advanced)
The My Course Planning session for this course will be run at Parramatta campus on Thursday, 7 February 2013
Please see the Parramatta MCP session for details.
Course Decision Day, Thursday 3 January 2013
Parramatta Campus 4.00pm-8.00pm
At the UWS Course Decision Day, you will have the opportunity to talk one on one with UWS staff and current students about courses, pathway options and student life.
If you are undecided about your study path, UWS Course Decision Day will give you all the information you need to help you make your decisions. Academics from all areas of study will give presentations on courses and you can speak one on one to an academic in the Course Advising Rooms. There is also information available on admissions, career opportunities, scholarships and student services.
Why attend Course Decision Day?
- You want to know more about what UWS has to offer
- You are not sure yet what courses you want to study
- You are not sure about your preferences
- You didn't get the ATAR you expected
- You have not received an early offer
Where is Course Decision Day?
Course Decision Day 2013 will be held at Parramatta Campus, Corner of James Ruse Drive and Victoria Road, Rydalmere
- Free parking is available at Rosehill Racecourse. Free shuttle buses will run between Rosehill Racecourse and Parramatta campus from 3.30 pm till 8.30 pm.
- Free shuttle buses will also run between Parramatta station (departing from Darcy Street) and Parramatta Campus from 3.30 pm till 8.30 pm.
Plan your trip using the Course Decision Day map (opens in new window).
I want to attend, what do I do now?
If you are interested in attending Course Decision Day and would like to be kept up to date about the event, please register your interest.
If you cannot make it to the event, selected sessions will be streamed live.
Find out more about Course Decision Day.
UWS Day, Wednesday 7 November 2012
Kingswood Campus
At UWS Day you will have the chance to:
- Experience the range of courses available at UWS through interactive workshops and presentations
- Talk to current UWS students and academic staff
- Learn about scholarships, pathways programs and opportunities to advance to your success
Who is invited to UWS Day?
UWS Day is designed for senior high school students who are considering university study. Year 10 students selected by their Careers Adviser are also invited to attend. Incorporating workshops, student panels and interactive activities with academic staff and current UWS students, UWS Day is all about helping you choose a career - today.
Find out more, including details about how to register, on the UWSDay event page.
Open Day, Sunday 26 August 2012
Parramatta Campus 10.00am-2.00pm
UWS Graduates have a great reputation in the marketplace for being career-ready, well-trained and innovative thinkers. Are you ready to join them?
At Open Day you will have the chance to:
- Experience courses beyond the course information sessions - you will see a great range of interactive displays throughout the day
- Meet academic staff and ask them questions about the courses that interest you
- See how UWS is giving back to the community - some of our key Research Centres will be there on the day, along with information from our local government councils
- Ask questions of University staff and current UWS students and get a real handle on what it means to study at one of Australia's leading Universities
- Attend course and general information presentations
Find out more, including details about how to register, on the UWS Open Day event page.
Maternity, Mothers and Mental Health 2012 Mothering Conference
| Date |
17th July 2012 |
| Time: | 8:30am - 5:00pm |
| Location: | University of Western Sydney Building EA, Ground Floor, Room 18 Parramatta Campus Cnr James Ruse Drive and Victoria Road Parramatta NSW 2150 |
This conference aims to:
- Examine current Australian and international evidence on risk and protective factors influencing women's and men's mental health in the perinatal period
- Discuss the social and emotional support needs of women and families in the perinatal period including the needs of migrant and refugee women
- Provide health professional with culturally appropriate strategies and techniques to incorporate into the care they provide form women and their families
Dr Cindy-Lee Dennis is Associate Professor in the Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto and holds a Canada Research Chair in Perinatal Community Health and the Shirley Brown Chair in Women's Mental Health Research, at Women's College Research Institute, Toronto. She is currently the principal investigator on two multi-site RCTs related to the prevention and treatment of postnatal depression (Canadian Institute of Health Research) and a co-investigator on 12 other relevant projects. She has over 70 peer-reviewed publications concerning the care of women during their pregnancy and the postnatal period. She developed the international adopted Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Theory and Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale.
Please view the Conference Program (opens in a new window) for more details.
COST:
$110.00 + GST for UWS staff, NSW Health staff, and others$55.00 + GST for full time Students
PAYMENT METHOD:
To make your payment log on to the UWS iPay system
- Scroll down to the School of Nursing and Midwifery, tick Place of Birth Conference 2012 and select Submit
- Select Add to order and follow the instructions to finalise your payment
- Once payment is received your place is booked and you will receive a confirmation email with program details a week before the course commences.
Registrations for Maternity, Mothers and Mental Health 2012 close on Thursday 12th July 2012. For more information about this conference please contact Holly Priddis at h.priddis@uws.edu.au
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career?
Consider the Graduate Diploma of Midwifery?
The Graduate Diploma in Midwifery is for registered nurses (authorized to practice in Australia) wishing to pursue a career in midwifery - the art and science of providing holistic care to the woman and family throughout the childbearing process. This course enables you to gain a recognized tertiary qualification and registration to practice midwifery. The course is presented in conjunction with public hospitals in Sydney and is approved and recognized by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Come along to find out more about the course structure and practice placements and the course application process.
| When: |
Thursday 26th July 2012 |
| Where: |
Parramatta Campus |
| Time: |
6:30pm - 9:00pm |
Please view the event flyer (opens in a new window) for more details.
Place of Birth and Models of Care Conference
With a premiere screening of the highly anticipated Film "The Face of Birth"
"A documentary that examines contemporary birthing practices through the personal stories and journeys of women who choose to have their babies at home."
Directed and produced by Kate Gorman and Gavin Banks
This conference aims to:
- Explore current research into outcomes for women and babies in different places of birth and models of care
- Explore current controvesies and beliefs around place of birth and models of care
- Provide health providers with knowledge and tools to support the goals of Toward Normal birth
- Share a vision for the future
Please view the Conference Program (opens in new window)
for more details
Where: Westmead Hosptial Auditorium
Education Centre, Level 2,
Cnr Hawkesbury & Darcy Roads
Westmead NSW 2145
When: 23rd March 2012
Time: 8.30am - 5.30pm
Cost for seminar including film screening:
$95.00 + GST for PSANZ Delegates
$110.00 + GST for UWS staff, NSW Health staff, and others
$55.00 + GST for full time Students
$20.00 + GST for premiere film screening only
PAYMENT METHOD:
To make your payment log on to the UWS iPay system
- Scroll down to the School of Nursing and Midwifery, tick Place of Birth Conference 2012 and select Submit
- Select Add to order and follow the instructions to finalise your payment
Once payment is received your place is booked and you will receive a confirmation email with program details a week before the course commences.
Registration closes on Monday 19th March 2012
Please contact Holly Priddis via email for more information h.priddis@uws.edu.au
Nursing Orientation Autumn Sessions 2012
At your Orientation session you will find out more information about your course, have the opportunity to meet academic staff, get to know other students from your course and ensure that you are prepared to start classes. Review the Orientation checklist (opens in new window) as there are some steps you can complete before and some steps you will complete at your Orientation.
Campbelltown
Thursday, 23rd February
Building 30.G.206 from 10.00am to 12.00pm
Campbelltown Orientation Schedule (opens in new window)
Hawkesbury
Monday, 20th February
Building G.1.G51 from 10.00am to 12.00pm
Hawkesbury Orientation Schedule (opens in new window)
Parramatta
Building EA.2.13 (two sessions)
Wednesday 22nd February
- A-K: 12.00pm - 2.00pm
- L-Z: 2.30pm - 4.30pm
For assistance during Orientation "Ask Us" Assistants will be on campus during week 0 and week 1. They'll be in bright green shirts and are there to answer any questions you have about Orientation, finding your way around campus and what activities are on for the week.
UWS Course Decision Day
Choosing your future career can be a big decision but it doesn't have to be a difficult one. And that's where the 2011 Course Decision Day comes in. From face-to-face meetings with academic staff and students, to seminars on admissions processes and scholarship advice, the UWS Course Decision Day is all about helping you choose a future career today.
When: 4 January 2012
Time: 4pm to 8pm.
Register now at www.uws.edu.au/coursedecisionday or call 1300 897 669 to find out more.
The Parramatta Campus is located on the corner of James Ruse Drive and Victoria Road. Parking is available off James Ruse Drive at Rosehill Racecourse with a free shuttle bus taking you straight to the campus. Free shuttle buses will also run from Parramatta Station via Argyle Street.
2011
UWS Day Penrith
Wednesday, 2nd November, 2011
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Choosing your future career can be a big decision - but it doesn't have to be a difficult one. UWS Day is for senior high school students and offers a range of workshops, opportunity to talk to current students and interactive activites that have been designed to help you prepare for your course and career journey. |
Where: Kingswood Campus
Time: 10.00 am - 2.00 pm
For: Senior high school students
UWS Postgraduate Expo?
Are you looking to advance your career prospects, take your professional skills to a higher level, or, pursue your passion for learning or research?
Come along to the UWS Postgraduate Expo and find out how achievable your goals really are.
Whether you are making initial enquiries, considering your options, or ready to apply, this event will give you a front row seat to postgraduate study, university life and your study opportunities.
The Postgraduate Expo is your invitation to a more rewarding professional life.
- Enquire about all postgraduate coursework programs on offer for 2012
- Meet our leading academics and course advisers
- Find out about recognition of prior learning and flexible course delivery
- Discover the suite of support services to assist you in your study
- Chat with Admissions, Enrolment and Student Finance staff
- Learn about research opportunities with some of our key Research Centres.
The UWS Postgraduate Expo will be held Wednesday, 19 October 2011 from 6.00pm to 8:00pm at Southee Complex, Sydney Showground, Showground Road, Hombush. Registration essential to attend this event.
Or if you missed us at the UWS Postgraduate Expo and want to find out more about postgraduate courses at UWS, please visit the Postgraduate Courses page, contact the Course Information Centre on 1300 897 669 or email postgraduatestudy@uws.edu.au.
Mental Health and Wellbeing month
October is national Mental Health month. To mark this event, UWS is hosting Mental Health and Wellbeing month from 4 - 24 October 2011.
This year's theme is 'Wellbeing: invest in your life'. Wellbeing is about happiness, satisfaction, how well we handle life and the quality of our relationships with others. We all have our own list of the things that are important to our wellbeing - what's on your list?
Come along to your campus to join in the activities, learn about wellbeing and take stock of your life.
Activities happening across all campuses include Pool competitions, Bingo and Jenga games, performances and airbrush tattoos. There'll also be free food, freebies and a host of prizes.
Events are on between 10.00am and 2.00pm on the following days:
Mental Health and Wellbeing month 2011 dates and locations
| Campus | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Campbelltown | Wednesday, 12 October 2011 | Building 2 (outside) |
| Hawkesbury | Monday, 17 October 2011 | G Precinct |
| Parramatta | Wednesday, 19 October 2011 | The Hub (outside) |
Find out more about national Mental Health month! (opens in a new window).
Mental Health First Aid Course
The Mental Health First Aid Course is now available for UWS School of Nursing and Midwifery Students.
MHFA teaches participants how to assist someone who is developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crises. It also teaches how to recognise the early stages of a mental illness.
Campbelltown
When: 27 - 28 September 2011
Location: Building 22, Conference Room 5
Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm
Parramatta
When: 30 November - 1 December 2011
Location: Building EB.3.37
Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm
Cost:
$30.00 per student
Payment Method:
To make your payment log on to the UWS iPay system
- Scroll down to Student Support Services, tick Mental Health First Aid and select Submit
- Select Add to order and follow the instructions to finalise your payment
Once payment is received your place is booked and you will receive a confirmation email with program details a week before the course commences.
PLEASE NOTE: Morning and afternoon tea will be provided but you must bring your own lunch.
Cancellation: The fee is refundable if you give 5 working days notice. Places are limited to a maximum of 25 participants per course. Please notify the UWS Counselling Service as soon as possible if you are unable to attend so that your place may be offered to another.
IELTS Preparation Courses for UWS School of Nursing and Midwifery Students
Do you need to be registered or enrolled by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia?
Then you need Academic IELTS 7 in all four modules.
Don't waste your time and money sitting multiple tests. Enrol in a UWSCollege IELTS preparation course today.
When: The course runs for 4 days from Monday,
26 September until Thursday, 29 September 2011.
Where: UWS College
158 Hawkesbury Road,
Westmead, NSW 2145
Time: 10.00am until 1.00pm
Price: $270 (including course book)
Please note we only accept Credit Card
or EFTPOS payments
How to enrol you have 2 options:
- Enrol and make payment online via the UWS iPay system
- Enrol in person at UWS College, 158 Hawkesbury Road, Westmead, NSW 2145
Enrolments close Friday, 16 September 2011. This is a special promotion for UWS Nursing students only.
Mental Health First Aid Course
The Mental Health First Aid Course is now available for UWS School of Nursing and Midwifery Students.
MHFA teaches participants how to assist someone who is developing a mental health problem or in a mental health crises. It also teaches how to recognise the early stages of a mental illness.
Campbelltown
When: 27 - 28 September 2011
Location: Building 22, Conference Room 5
Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm
Parramatta
When: 30 November - 1 December 2011
Location: Building EB.3.37
Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm
COST:
$30.00 per student
PAYMENT METHOD:
To make your payment log on to the UWS iPay system
- Scroll down to Student Support Services, tick Mental Health First Aid and select Submit
- Select Add to order and follow the instructions to finalise your payment
Once payment is received your place is booked and you will receive a confirmation email with program details a week before the course commences.
PLEASE NOTE: Morning and afternoon tea will be provided but you must bring your own lunch.
Cancellation: The fee is refundable if you give 5 working days notice. Places are limited to a maximum of 25 participants per course. Please notify the UWS Counselling Service as soon as possible if you are unable to attend so that your place may be offered to another.
FaCH Research Discussion Group
When: 20th September 2011
Time: Midday until 2.00pm
Presenting:
- Steve Frost Taking Care of Your Data
- Ying Wang and Danli Xiong Special Guests Visiting from Huazhong University of Science and Technology (HUST) China Introduction and Nursing in China
Venue: Videoconferenced at Campbelltown: CA-07.G.12, Hawkesbury: HW-H4.G.03-04 and Parramatta: PS-EB.3.23.
Contact Melissa Galanto on 02 4620 3155 or m.galanto@uws.edu.au to register your attendance.
Open Day Parramatta Campus
Sunday, 28 August 2011
Choosing your future career can be a big decision - but it does not have to be a difficult one. And that is where UWS Open Day comes in. UWS Open Day is all about giving you a front row seat to university life and your study options. The choices are diverse. Come along on Sunday, 28 August and see for yourself. Please register now!
Mothering: Challenges, Change and Hope
Friday, 22 July 2011
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This Conference aims to make visible the challenges experienced by mothers within contemporary Australian society. Explore attitudes and stereotype of contemporary mothering, critique current policy and practice to identify ways to better support mothers and familities and share a vision for the furture. |
Where: Parramatta Campus
Building: EA
Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm
For: For further enquiries please contact Melissa Galanto.
Cost: $85.00 for UWS/NSW Health staff and community members
$110.00 for all others
$45.00 for full time students
Please pay using iPay: Using "Mothering Conference July 2011"
as the iPay reference.
Please view the Event flyer (opens in a new window).
Please note registration closes on Monday 18th July 2011.
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School of Nursing and Midwifery UWS Professional Day
Monday, 6 June 2011
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This inspiring day is not to be missed and the programme will include dynamic speakers and trade fair exhibits from a variety of healthcare organisations offering wide range of career options. |
Where: Parramatta Campus
Building: EE19 (Auditiorum)
Time: 9.00 am - 3.30 pm
For: All 3rd year "Transition to Graduate Practice"
Students and Staff
Please view the Event flyer (opens in new window).
UWS Day
Campbelltown
Tuesday, 7 June 2011
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Choosing your future career can be a big decision - but it doesn't have to be a difficult one. UWS Day is for senior high school students and offers a range of workshops, opportunity to talk to current students and interactive activites that have been designed to help you prepare for your course and career journey. |
Where: Campbelltown Campus
Time: 10.00 am - 2.00 pm
For: Senior high school students
