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CRICOS Provider No 00025B
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St Lucia campus CRICOS Provider No 00025B
Before you arrive
• Visit ‘Starting at UQ’ website for Useful websites
enrolment instructions and key dates Starting at UQ
www.uq.edu.au/startingatuq
• Accept your offer
UQCHECKLIST
• Apply for a student visa www.uq.edu.au/appcentral/uqchecklist
• Activate your student account First Weeks
www.uq.edu.au/student-services/first-weeks
• Plan your accommodation
Department of Immigration and Border
• Arrange airport reception Protection
http://www.border.gov.au/
• Plan your finances
Overseas Health Cover
• Check your Overseas Health Cover
https://future-
(OSHC) policy students.uq.edu.au/international/health-
insurance
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‘Starting at UQ’ - website
Visit www.uq.edu.au/startingatuq
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UQCHECKLIST
Download the UQCHECKLIST app
www.uq.edu.au/appcentral/uqchecklist
- or -
Visit www.uq.edu.au/startingatuq to download a print version
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Airport reception
The University of Queensland will arrange transportation from the Brisbane Domestic or
International Airport for new UQ international students.
To book your airport pick-up register on the website:
www.uq.edu.au/student-services/accommodation/airport-reception
Information about Brisbane airport:
www.bne.com.au
To arrange airport pick-up, you need to provide:
• Minimum of 3 working days notice
• Date of flight, flight time and flight number
• Full drop-off address, including unit and street number
• Number of persons accompanying you
• Luggage and other relevant details
Note: Additional fees may be incurred for a drop-off address greater than 10km from Brisbane CBD (Central Business
District) and for transport for additional (non eligible) passengers accompanying students.
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Types of Accommodation
Colleges at UQ
Vibrant residential communities located a short walk
away from the classroom.
Preferred Providers
UQ provides a complete list of preferred
accommodation suppliers (off-campus) – many of
whom specialise in student-only spaces.
UQ Rentals
Listing of vacant rooms and
properties that are suitable for UQ
students https://uqrentals.com.au/
http://www.uq.edu.au/student
-services/accommodation
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Accommodation – Colleges at UQ
UQ St Lucia’s on-campus
accommodation:
• 10 residential colleges, home to
over 2,500 students from
Australia and overseas
UQ Gatton accommodates 436
students on-campus in the Halls of
Residence.
Living on campus can assist you in making a smooth transition to
university:
• Located within easy walking distance of university facilities
• Academic support along with social, cultural and sporting activities
• Opportunity to build networks and friendships
• Most colleges provide full catering for undergraduate students and full
or some self catering options for postgraduate students
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Plan your accommodation
UQ Accommodation Services can assist you to find a
home that’s right for you
http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/accommodation
• Information about accommodation options at UQ
• Online accommodation workshop available
• Check out http://liveuq.edu.au/ for details about the
on-campus living experience at Colleges at UQ
Other useful links:
• www.gumtree.com.au
• https://flatmates.com.au/brisbane
• www.realestate.com.au/share
• www.realestate.com.au/rent
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Important semester dates
Semester 1 2017
Last date to request a program change through 17 February 2017
mySI-net for Semester 1, 2017
Due date to enrol for international students 24 February 2017
Semester 1 classes commence 27 February 2017
Last date for addition or substitution of courses 10 March 2017
Due date for payment of fees and charges 10 March 2017
Semester 1 census date - Last date to drop courses 31 March 2017
or cancel enrolment without financial liability
Semester 1 classes end 3 June 2017
Semester 1 examinations 10 – 24 June 2017
Semester 1 ends 24 June 2017
Academic Calendar available on UQ website: www.uq.edu.au/events/calendar
CRICOS Provider No 00025BOverseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
UQ’s preferred OSHC provider is Allianz Global Assistance.
https://www.oshcallianzassistance.com.au/
Allianz Global Assistance OSHC essential package covers:
• 24-hour emergency assistance and medical advice
• partial coverage of medical services provided by doctors (GP Services)
• partial coverage of medical services such as pathology and radiology
• some prescription medicines
• emergency ambulance services.
Website: https://future-students.uq.edu.au/international/health-insurance
CRICOS Provider No 00025BPlan your finances
https://future-students.uq.edu.au/international/cost-living
Initial costs
• Temporary accommodation on arrival
• Bond money (4 week’s rent)
• Rent in advance (2 week’s rent)
• Connection fees to utilities (electricity and gas) and phone
• Furniture
Ongoing costs
• Rent
• Utilities
• Phone and internet
• Essential books and equipment
• Food, transport and recreation
CRICOS Provider No 00025BAverage Monthly Expenses (AUD)
Single student living Single student living off- Single student living Student with dependants
on-campus campus* (commercial off-campus* (share living off-campus (two
private provider) house) adults, one child)
Rent** $1935 - $2580 $1075 - $1440 $645 - $1075 $1505 - $1935
Utilities - including
most included in rent
gas, electricity and included in rent $40 – $60 $100 – $150
(check with provider)
water
Food included in rent $400 – $500 $400 – $500 $1000 – $1250
Mobile phone $40 – $50 $40 – $50 $40 – $50 $80 – $100
Internet included in rent most included in rent $15 – $25 $30 – $50
Public transport $25 – $45 $80 – $100 $80 – $100 $260 – $300
Photocopying $30 – $50 $30 – $50 $30 – $50 $30 – $50
Recreation $100 – $160 $200 – $300 $200 – $300 $625 – $750
Total monthly
$2130 – $2885 $1825 – $2440 $1450 – $2160 $3630 – $4585
expenses
https://future-students.uq.edu.au/international/cost-living
CRICOS Provider No 00025BHow much should it Cost?
Item costs in Australian Dollars (AUD)
• Loaf of bread $1.80 – $3.50
• 1 litre carton of milk $1.45 – $2
• Bottle of water (600ml) $2.50 – $3
• Cup of coffee $3 – $3.50
• Big Mac $5
• Cinema ticket (student rate) $10.50
• Bus ticket (student rate) $2.68 – $4.80
For more item costs and annual expense lists, visit
https://future-students.uq.edu.au/international/cost-living
CRICOS Provider No 00025BWhat to pack?
Essentials
• Valid passport with current student visa
• Letter of offer
• Academic transcripts
• Essential medication (and prescription)
• Prescription for glasses or contact lenses
• Forms of identification
• Bank account details from home country
Recommended
• Spare pair of glasses/spectacles
• A power adaptor (230 volts AC)
• Pack the most important documents in your carry-on (cabin) luggage
• Leave a copy of your passport at home with your family
• Pack an umbrella
• Don’t forget your camera!
CRICOS Provider No 00025BAfter you arrive
• Attend the compulsory
‘Getting Started’ and ‘Health
and Safety’ sessions
• Attend a pre-semester
program
• Update your contact details
on mySI-net
• Order your OSHC card
• Establish a bank account
• Collect your UQ student card
• Attend Orientation Week
• Visit UQ Sport
CRICOS Provider No 00025BYour first weeks at UQ
Questions??
Contact us with any questions or to make an
appointment with an International Student
Advisor.
Phone: +61 (7) 3365 1704 (Reception)
In-person: Building 21D, St Lucia
Email: internationalstudentss@uq.edu.au
Visit http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/first-weeks
CRICOS Provider No 00025BImportant dates
Semester 1 2017
Getting Started session (date, time, venue):
Compulsory Getting Started 4 January - 3 March 2017 http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/new2uq/getting-started
Session (every Mon, Wed and Health and Safety session (date, time, venue):
Fri at 11am)
http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/workshops/health-safety
Accommodation session times:
Health and Safety Sessions 20 - 24 February 2017
http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/accommodation
Accommodation 3 - 24 February 2017 English for Academic Communication:
Information Sessions www.icte.uq.edu.au/eac-apply
Register for Jumpstart:
English for Academic Classes held in http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/new2uq/jsapp
Communication weeks 3-8 of semester
Jump Start Academic St Lucia
Preparation Program 4 day programs:
Undergraduate (UG) and 7-10 Feb (UG),
Postgraduate (PG) 13-16 Feb (UG)
15-17 Feb (UG)
18 Feb (PG Coursework)
Gatton
held in O Week
(UG and PG)
Orientation Week 20 – 24 February 2017
Market Day St Lucia: 22 February
Gatton: 23 February
CRICOS Provider No 00025BEnrolling in your Courses
https://www.uq.edu.au/
startingatuq/enrol-online
CRICOS Provider No 00025B‘Getting Started’ & ‘Health and Safety’
Attend a compulsory ‘Getting Started’ Recommended
session to: Attend sessions within
• Meet UQ’s International Student Advisors 2-3 days of arrival.
• Receive campus and locality maps
• Learn about how to enrol/register/change
classes
• Find out how to get your ID card
• Learn more about Orientation Week
• And much more!
Attend a compulsory ‘Health and Safety’
Session which includes:
• Personal safety in Australia
• Security at UQ
• How to access medical assistance.
Note: Check websites for time and location.
CRICOS Provider No 00025BPre-semester programs
Academic pre-semester programs
• Jump Start Academic Useful links
Preparation Program (JSAPP) –
• www.uq.edu.au/student-services/jsapp
a four day program held in • http://www.uq.edu.au/student-
a friendly and supportive services/learning/prep-courses
environment to help students make • www.icte.uq.edu.au/eac
the transition to a new educational
institution and a new cultural
setting.
• Preparing for Success at
University - assist you to develop
the necessary skills and strategies
needed to succeed at university.
English pre-semester program
• English for Academic Communication
(EAC)
CRICOS Provider No 00025BAccommodation sessions
Accommodation information sessions on UQ campus:
All sessions: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
• Friday 3 February (Steele 03-237)
• Friday 10 February (Steele 03-237)
• Friday 17 February (Steele 03-237)
• Monday 20 February (Steele 03-206)
• Friday 24 February (Steele 03-206)
Learn about:
• types of accommodation available
• things to consider when looking for accommodation
• steps to apply for rentals
• your rights and responsibilities as a tenant
• what to do when moving in and out of accommodation.
CRICOS Provider No 00025BOrientation week
20 to 24 February 2017
Visit http://orientation.uq.edu.au/
CRICOS Provider No 00025BUQ Sport
Visit https://uqsport.com.au/
CRICOS Provider No 00025BWorking while studying
Attend a ‘Working on a Student Visa’ workshop to learn:
• Work limitations of your student visa;
• How to obtain a Tax File Number (TFN);
• Where to look for student-friendly jobs;
• Income tax on your earnings/savings;
• Where to get help with your Income Tax refund.
Visit http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/workshop-guide
Note: As a student on a student visa
• You can work up to 40 hours a fortnight while studying
• You can work unlimited hours during semester break (not Research Higher Degree students)
What about my family members?
• They are allowed to work up to 40 hours per fortnight at all times
• Family members of research higher degree students may work unlimited hours
CRICOS Provider No 00025BFinding your way around campus
Recommended
Download the UQnav app
http://www.uq.edu.au/uqnav/
Or a campus map
http://www.uq.edu.au/maps/
CRICOS Provider No 00025BCampus Life
Visit https://future-students.uq.edu.au/campus-life
CRICOS Provider No 00025BSt Lucia campus
One of Australia’s most attractive
campuses only seven kilometres from
Brisbane’s vibrant CBD:
• Bounded by the Brisbane River on three
sides.
• 114-hectare site provides an ideal study,
research and living environment
• Sandstone buildings, parklands and
lakes alongside world-class teaching and
research facilities.
• Queensland’s biggest multimedia library
plus state-of-the-art laboratories and
lecture theatres.
• Everything you need on campus --
sporting venues, shops, banks, post
office, restaurants, cafes and lots of food
outlets.
• Transportation – bus, ferry, bike, car.
Visit https://future-students.uq.edu.au/campus-life
CRICOS Provider No 00025BHerston campus
UQ‘s core campus for clinical health
teaching and research:
• Located alongside the Royal Brisbane
and Women’s Hospital, approximately
three kilometres from the CBD.
• Home to the School of Medicine,
the School of Public Health,
the Faculty of Medicine office, the UQ
Centre for Clinical Research
(UQCCR), Health @ UQ, and the
research activities of the School of
Nursing and Midwifery.
• The campus is also home to The Oral
Health Centre (OHC), Australia’s largest
and most advanced specialist oral health
service.
Visit https://future-students.uq.edu.au/campus-life
CRICOS Provider No 00025BGatton campus
UQ’s rural campus, close to Brisbane, Ipswich
and Toowoomba:
• Peaceful, relaxed atmosphere with plenty of open
space to experience nature and a farming lifestyle.
• Modern teaching facilities and labs alongside
historic buildings.
• $33 million Centre for Advanced Animal Science
• A small, supportive community of students and
academics.
• Medical, wellness and learning support services
for students, and a range of recreation activities.
• Post office, childcare centre, bookshops, cafés,
banking facilities and a licensed club.
• From 2017: A dedicated International Student
Support Network based at the Gatton campus.
Transport
• Free university-operated express bus four
times each weekday during semester
• Free on-campus parking for students.
Visit https://future-students.uq.edu.au/campus-life
CRICOS Provider No 00025BTransport
Public transport (TransLink)
1. Buy a Concession (50%) go card from the bus stations at
UQ, or Campus News. Students in South East Queensland
can apply online for tertiary concession fares to be activated
on their go card. Visit https://translink.com.au/tickets-and-
fares/concessions/tertiary
2. Download the transport app from: http://translink.com.au/
3. The cost of travel depends on number of zones travelled
4. Driving - if you drivers license is not in English, you will need
an official translation.
5. Australia-wide information: Moovit: http://moovitapp.com/
CRICOS Provider No 00025BWays to meet people
• Join a club, student association,
or society (190 on offer) The UQ Colleges Associate Membership
Program allows you to enjoy the academic
• Play a sport (UQ Sport) and social benefits of a residential college,
• Join ‘Mates@UQ’ without living on campus.
http://www.uq.edu.au/student- http://www.uq.edu.au/uqadvantage/uqcamg
services/matesuq
• Join the New2UQ Facebook page
• Accept invitations
• Meet your neighbours
• Be proactive
• Get involved
CRICOS Provider No 00025BWhere to get help
http://www.uq.edu.au/student-services/
CRICOS Provider No 00025BUQ Advantage
http://www.uq.edu.au/uqadvantage/
CRICOS Provider No 00025BBRISBANE
Australia’s New World City
CRICOS Provider No 00025BIn and around Brisbane
http://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/
CRICOS Provider No 00025BF L A G S
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