Support Services
- Student Facilitator (International Support)
- Equity and Student Access
- English tutoring
- Study support
- Cyclone support
Student Facilitator (International Support)
The Student Facilitator (International Support) is there to provide you with advice and information about:
- Student visas and immigration
- Academic support
- Accommodation
- Tax File Number applications
- Sport and social activities
- Counselling support
- Courses and much more.
The Student Facilitator (International Support) is located in the Information Centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 8:30am and 12pm, and is the best person to see if you have questions or need support with any aspect of studying or living in Darwin.
Support and Equity Services
You will find Support and Equity Services located in Blue 1. Support services include:
- Personal counselling
- Special exams
- Disabilities support
- Study skills assistance
- Student conciliation/grievance procedures
- Student loans
- Workshops throughout the year to help you with your studies.
The counsellors and student facilitators work with students from a range of cultural backgrounds and have a good understanding of the challenges of living in a new culture. Visit Support and Equity Services for more information. Ask the Student Facilitator (International Support) to arrange an appointment if required.
English tutoring
Free tutorial support is available through Learnlink. Priority is given to new students. It is important to apply for a tutor as soon as possible, as there are limited places. Contact 08 8946 6878 for more details. You can pick up an application form for Academic English Support from the Information Centre.
Study support
A wide range of study skills support is available at the university, including:
- The Study Skills Student Facilitator is available by appointment to help you with assignment writing, study skills and exam preparation. For more information phone 08 8946 6288, or drop into Support and Equity Services in Blue 1
- You can access an on-line program, Study Skills On-line available through Learnline
- North Flinders International House (NFIH) usually offer resident students some form of academic support during the year. If you are a resident, ask the staff about the academic support available, phone 08 8946 6591
- The CDU library runs tours and tutorials on locating, accessing and evaluating information, including library tours, searching for journal articles and using the Internet.
- A virtual tutorial on information literacy skills called Infosmart - available through Learnline.
Please make sure you contact the Student Facilitator (International Support) or your course coordinator if you feel you need extra assistance.
Cyclone support
The cyclone season is from November to April. Active monsoon periods are the most likely time for development of cyclones. The new construction standards and building codes post Cyclone Tracy and annual public awareness campaigns ensure Darwin is now a safe place to live. Community cyclone shelters are available if required and brochures and pamphlets with step-by-step advice are readily available and actively promoted.
