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Notre Dame Student Guide 2020 Sydney campus notredame.edu.au/sydney
THE UNIVERSIT Y OF NOTRE DAME AUSTR ALIA
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Contents
Welcome 4
Important dates 6
Essential steps to starting classes 7
Broadway site 8
Darlinghurst site 9
Campus Life 10
Respect at Notre Dame 14
Student Association (SAUNDA) 16
Notre Dame Study Centre (NDSC) 18
Chaplaincy 20
Study Abroad Program 21
Sydney IT Services 22
Libraries 24
Campus Services 25
Student Administration and Fees 26
University Policies 32
Glossary of Terms 35
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Welcome
The Objects of the The University of
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Notre Dame Australia are:
a. The provision of university
education within a context of
Catholic faith and values; and
b. The provision of an excellent
standard of –
Dear Students,
i. teaching, scholarship
and research;
Welcome to the Sydney Campus of
ii. training for the
UNDA. We are delighted to have you join professions; and
us for 2020. iii. pastoral care for
its students.
As you will all know, we have a superb
reputation for teaching quality, graduate
employability and the overall educational Acknowledgement of Country
experience of our students. However, The University of Notre Dame
we also work very hard to make this Australia is proud to acknowledge
the traditional custodians of the
University a place in which you will feel at land upon which our University
home, known individually by your teachers sits. The University acknowledges
that the the Sydney Campus is
and appreciated for what you bring to located on Cadigal Country, the
Notre Dame. Fremantle Campus on Wadjuk
Country, and the Broome Campus
As a Catholic university, we focus on the on Yawuru Country.
whole person—which means we hope
you flourish here in every way and not only
academically. Everyone at Notre Dame is
eager to work with you on your studies,
your happiness while at university and
your future beyond university.
A very warm welcome to each and every
one of you, and best wishes for the
academic year.
Professor Francis Campbell
Vice Chancellor
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Important dates Essential steps
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to starting classes
SEMESTER 1*
Make your fee arrangements
1 Your Offer Pack included important information on payment of fees, or where
6 January – 3 February – 10 April & applicable, FEE-HELP or HECS-HELP documentation. All relevant forms must be
31 January 8 February 12 February 17 February 13 March 13 April returned to Student Administration and Fees before the Census Date.
Summer Term Summer Exam O-Day Semester 1 Financial Good Friday
commences Penalty Date and Easter
(Standard Unit Monday Get your student ID card
Census Date) (University
closed) 2 Before you start classes, make sure that you have had your photo taken for your
student ID card at Student Administration and Fees.
IT and Email activation
6 July – 15 June – 1 June – 25 May – 14 April –
11 July 3 July 13 June 8 June 29 May 15 May 17 April You will be allocated a web-based student email account. This account is
Winter Winter Semester 1 Exams Queens Study Standard Non-teaching 3 one of the key ways the University will communicate important information
Exams Term (Medicine and Birthday Week Academic mid semester
Nursing students
to you. You are required to check this email account weekly, however
(Sydney Campus Penalty Date study break
refer to School for open for checking your emails daily will be beneficial in ensuring you have the most
semester dates) exams only) up-to-date information.
SEMESTER 2* If you haven’t already been shown how to access your timetable and other
important information on the University’s website, go to www.notredame.edu.
au/new-to-notre-dame-syd or contact IT on (02) 8204 4444.
28 September
22 July 27 July 21 August – 2 October 5 October 23 October
O-Day Semester 2 Financial Non-teaching Labor Day Standard Timetables and timetable sign up
commences Penalty Date mid semester (University closed) Academic
(Standard Unit study break Penalty Date You are required to sign up for your lectures, tutorials, labs, seminars and
Census Date) workshops for each of your units using Allocate+ via the Notre Dame website
4 (with the exception of the School of Medicine students).
Once completed, your personalised timetable will be accessible through the
Calendars and Timetables page of the website.
9 November – 2 November –
21 November 21 November 6 November
Please ensure that you check your semester timetable regularly during
Semester 2 Semester 2 Study Week
Ends Exams the first few weeks of semester, as changes may occur. If you should have
any clashes or questions, please contact the School offering the relevant
unit(s) as soon as possible.
notredame.edu.au/timetables
* Medicine and Nursing students refer to School for semester dates.
Many Schools and courses have different dates to the main University calendar. There may also be a variation in some
dates depending on your campus. Please check with your School to ensure the dates for your course are not different from
the main University dates. The information contained in this calendar is provided in good faith and is derived from sources
believed to be reliable and accurate. However, the University of Notre Dame Australia expressly disclaims liability which
is based on a reliance on the information contained herein. The University reserves the right to make changes to these
calendars at any time. Students should check this information with the relevant area before acting on its contents.
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Blackfriars St
Notre Dame Broadway Notre Dame Darlinghurst
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Admissions NDS5 IT Services NDS4 School of Business NDS15
Alumni Office NDS17 Lecture Rooms NDS5 School of Education NDS5
Campus Life NDS4 (Pioneer House) School of Law NDS15
Lecture Rooms NDS2
Campus Services NDS7 School of Philosophy & NDS16 Entry point Bus stop
(St Benedict’s) Theology
Careers NDS4
Library NDS6 Staffing Office NDS7
Centre for Faith & Ethics NDS1 Campus Services NDS14 Reception NDS14
Office of Marketing and NDS17 St Benedict’s Church NDS8
Chaplaincy NDS2 Communications Clinical Prac Rooms NDS14 Sacred Heart Church NDS12
Community Relations NDS5 Student Admin & Fees NDS4
Prospective Students NDS5
Office Study Abroad NDS4 IT Services NDS14 School of Medicine NDS14
Notre Dame Shop NDS3
Counselling NDS5 Quality Management NDS4 Theatre NDS2 Lecture Rooms NDS14 School of Nursing NDS14
Office (QMO) Vice Chancellery NDS17
Development Office NDS5 Library (Benedict’s XVI) NDS11
RECEPTION NDS4
Fees Office NDS4
Registrar’s Office NDS4 PBL Teaching NDS11
Research Office NDS9
The Broadway site is situated west of the intersection of Broadway and Abercrombie Street The Darlinghurst site is situated on Oxford Street, at the intersection of Victoria Street,
in Broadway. The site is approximately ten minutes walk from Central Station. opposite St Vincent’s Clinic. All major bus routes to Bondi and the Eastern Suburbs, run
close to the campus.
Bus services run from George Street and Central Station past the campus, including
services that travel along Parramatta Road, to Newtown and Glebe. Please note there is no parking available on the campus, and parking in the surrounding
streets is very limited and actively patrolled by parking attendants. You are encouraged to
Please note there is no parking available on the campus, and parking in the surrounding travel to university by public transport.
streets is very limited and actively patrolled by parking attendants. You are encouraged to
travel to university by public transport.
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Campus Life CareerHub Mentoring Program
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CareerHub is the Careers Service portal At Notre Dame we understand that your
that you can access directly via the MyND first year of University may be an exciting
Portal or directly via www.careerhub. and at times a daunting experience. To
nd.edu.au support you during your first semester,
you and every single one of our first-year
The Campus Life team are dedicated to CareerHub provides you with access to undergraduate students are paired with
providing you with opportunities to make a variety of services such as: booking a student mentor during first semester.
a difference, learn new skills and meet one-on-one appointments; booking into You will meet your mentor in person on
new people through Sport & Recreation, careers workshops; access to careers Orientation Day and will be able to contact
Mentoring & Volunteering and Clubs resources and access to a large range them during semester in case you need
& Societies. We also provide careers of job and internship listings via the assistance. As a fellow student, your
guidance via Beyond the Books and a CareerHub jobs board. mentor will help you settle in and navigate
free and confidential Counselling Service
the world of tertiary education, giving you
available to all students. For more information on Beyond
guidance in areas such as:
the Books, please contact us on
To get involved in Campus Life initiatives (02) 8204 4639 or email • Where to find services such as Campus
or to learn more about what is available, sydney.beyondthebooks@nd.edu.au Life, Careers, Counselling, Chaplaincy,
please email sydney.campuslife@nd.edu.
Student Administration and The Student
au or call (02) 8204 4429. The team are The Beyond the Books team is located
Association,
located on the ground floor of NDS4 at the on the ground floor of NDS4 at the
Broadway campus. Broadway campus. • Where to get academic support,
• Study preparation and exam tips,
Beyond the Books Counselling Service
• Which clubs and societies might suit
Your gateway to career success, the The Counselling Service at Notre Dame
your interests,
Beyond the Books team will help you is a free and confidential service,
realise your full potential from your first day providing a safe environment for you • What events are on at Notre Dame and
at Notre Dame. to discuss personal, psychological and around Sydney,
study-related difficulties. • Networking and volunteering
Career Service opportunities,
The Careers Service offers one-on-one Counsellors help you to manage a range
• Where to get the best coffee.
appointments on a range of career-related of problems that you may face while
topics such as: job seeking strategies; studying and support you in achieving your Mentors can also help you break the ice
resume and cover letter writing; interview academic and personal goals. and introduce you to like-minded students
preparation; applying for internships; as you make the transition to university life.
career planning and career management. All counsellors are highly-trained If you have any questions about the
registered psychologists who provide Student Mentoring Program, please
Throughout each semester, the Careers short-term individual counselling and can contact Campus Life at
Service provides a variety of workshops on refer you to specialist services where sydney.campuslife@nd.edu.au
topics such as: applying to graduate roles; required. The service also offers various
preparing for assessment centers; resume workshops, as advertised during the
and cover letter writing; interview skills and academic year.
developing emotional intelligence.
To make an appointment with the
Counselling Service, call (02) 8204 4220 or
email sydney.counselling@nd.edu.au
www.notredame.edu.au/
sydneycounselling
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Recreation & Student Clubs recognise your volunteering hours
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Campus Life organises a number of here at Notre Dame. To find out how,
fun recreational activities such as bush please send us an email at
walks, learn to surf and step challenges. sydney.campuslife@nd.edu.au
On-campus classes are offered in yoga,
There are many internal and external
Pilates and self-defence.
opportunities for you to volunteer
Social events such as barbecues, parties, during the year. Internal volunteering
trivia nights, interfaculty competitions, opportunities include Orientation Day,
film screenings and music jam sessions the Notre Dame Winter Appeal and
provide plenty of opportunities for you to RUOK? Day.
interact with the Notre Dame community.
External volunteering opportunities are
One unique aspect of Clubs and Societies provided by organisations we collaborate
at Notre Dame is that we’re still growing! with such as the St. Vincent de Paul
Take a look at all of our clubs and societies Society, Caritas Australia, Red Cross
at www.saunda.org/our-clubs-and- Australia and The Two Wolves
societies/
It is also possible for you to create your
Can’t find what you’re looking for? own volunteering opportunities. If you feel
Create your own! The Student Association close to a specific cause or organisation,
www.saunda.org/ is eager to help. please arrange a meeting with the
For information on sporting and social Volunteering Program Coordinator to make
activities email sydney.campuslife@ sure your volunteering hours are counted.
nd.edu.au For more information please email us at
Some events and initiatives to look forward sydney.campuslife@nd.edu.au, call us
to in 2020 include: on (02) 8204 4429 or visit us at ground
12 Febuary 2020 Orientation Day floor NDS4 Buckland House.
Sport Application Form and email it to
Campus Life offers you a wide variety sydney.eap@nd.edu.au.
April 2020 Winter Appeal
of sporting and recreational activities.
Nationals May 2020 Winter Sleep-out
From high-level sports events to fun
social activities. Notre Dame sends teams to Division 1
September 2020 R U OK Day
and 2 Nationals – a week-long multi-sport
Elite Athlete Program (EAP) tournament featuring universities from October 2020 SAUNDA Ball
We are committed to supporting elite around Australia. There are also national
This is just a fraction of what is coming
athletes to achieve academic excellence competitions in 3 x 3 basketball, athletics,
up in 2020, so keep an eye out on the
whilst pursuing a sporting career. Indigenous Games, Snow Games,
Broadway and Darlinghurst courtyards for
marathon, Oztag, surfing, swimming,
To be eligible for the program you must the numerous Club & Society events that
T20 cricket and triathlon.
currently compete in your chosen sport will take place over the course of the year.
at a: Social Sport
Volunteering
• National open level Get involved in social sport offerings such
Engage in volunteering at Notre Dame and
• National age-group level or State as lunchtime netball, touch, basketball,
have a positive impact on the community
open level futsal and volleyball as well as on-campus
while you extend your personal and
• State age-group level badminton, ping pong, and pool. It’s
professional networks, upgrade your
inclusive, fun and FREE!
In order to apply, please download skills, meet new people and enhance your
the Notre Dame Elite Athlete Program resume and career opportunities. We
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otre Dame
Respect at If you have experienced sexual assault, Appointments are available Monday to
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sexual harassment or family & domestic Friday 9am to 5pm for students to discuss
Notre Dame violence a wide range of personal, psychological
and study-related difficulties.
Help and support is always available at
Notre Dame. In an emergency, telephone For support within Notre Dame
espect at 000. If you need immediate assistance on Respect Officer – email sydney.
Notre Dame believes that all members of campus, call Campus Security – Broadway respectofficer@nd.edu.au or
the University community have the right 0403 458 011, or Darlinghurst 0406 318 phone (02) 8204 4687
to feel safe and secure, and to be treated 213. It is a good idea to save the Campus
with respect and dignity at all times. Security number into your phone, in case University Counselling Service – for
The University condemns harassment, you need assistance at any time. appointments email sydney.counselling@
violence and unjust discrimination of nd.edu.au or phone (02) 8204 4220.
every kind, and asserts that no one in our Notre Dame has Respect Officers on
community should be subject to physical each campus to help and support students Chaplaincy – visit: www.notredame.edu.
or verbal harassment or abuse. Notre who have experienced sexual assault, au/community/Ministry-Chaplaincy
Dame does not tolerate sexual assault or sexual harassment or family and domestic
sexual harassment. We are committed to violence.
supporting any member of the University
community who is affected by sexual If you have experienced sexual assault,
assault, sexual harassment, or family and sexual harassment or family and domestic External support
domestic violence. violence and you would like to talk to NSW Rape & Domestic Violence
someone, you are warmly encouraged to Services Australia
Together with all other Australian contact a Respect Officer or any other Phone: 1800 424 017
universities, Notre Dame is a part of the member of staff. Our Respect Officers Visit: www.rape-dvservices.org.
Respect. Now. Always. initiative driven have been specially trained and they will: au/
by Universities Australia. The initiative
aims to raise awareness among university • Respond with compassion and 1800RESPECT National Sexual
students and staff that sexual assault understanding Assault Domestic Family Violence
and harassment are unacceptable, Counselling Service
and to ensure that avenues of support • Coordinate practical academic support
Visit: www.1800respect.org.au
are available, appropriate and easily for you as needed, to help you continue
accessible. Notre Dame is committed with your studies Lifeline – crisis support and
to meeting the recommendations of the suicide prevention
• Help you to access University support
Australian Human Rights Commission and Phone: 131 114
services (e.g. Counselling, Chaplaincy)
Universities Australia, which are aimed at Visit: www.lifeline.org.au
and external support services
helping universities to reduce and prevent
sexual assault and sexual harassment. eheadspace – support and
• Provide information about formal
Information about the work Notre Dame counselling for young people
reporting options
has done, and is doing, to meet these up to 25
recommendations is available on the Information about Respect Officers can be Phone: 1800 650 890
University website at found on posters in bathrooms across the Visit: www.headspace.org.au/
www.notredame.edu.au/respect campus, and on the University website at: eheadspace
www.notredame.edu.au/respect-at-nd
For a list of further external support
You are also warmly encouraged to services, visit: notredame.edu.au/
access the University’s free and respect-at-nd
confidential Counselling Service.
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Student
NDA
The Student Association provides: School Representatives
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Association
» Representation on University Boards Business Jonathan Sheedy
and Committees;
(SAUNDA) » Support for student clubs Education Maria Buhagiar
and societies;
Website: www.saunda.org Law Alicia Hull
» Organisation of the annual Student
Facebook: www.facebook.com/saunda.syd
Association Ball, Cocktail Party, Back
Instagram: @sydney.saunda Medicine Javaria Chaudhry
to Uni and End of Semester Parties;
Email: sydney.saunda@nd.edu.au
» On campus social and sporting Nursing Ann Mary Antony
SAU The Student Association (SAUNDA) is
nothing without you, the students. You
are automatically a SAUNDA member
activities, information on education
and youth issues and much more.
SAUNDA Representatives
Philosophy &
Theology
Daniel Uremovic
when you enrol and we are here to be your President Helen Beaini
representative and voice at Notre Dame. Find out more about the leaders of your
We are elected by students each year to Student Association:
Vice President
be your representatives. William Brazier www.saunda.org/committee
(Broadway)
We encourage you to immerse yourself Student Clubs and Societies –
and get involved in student life at Notre Vice President Get Involved!
Mary - Anne Feghali
Dame. Whether it is joining the SAUNDA (Darlinghurst)
Committee, joining one of our many None of our clubs take your fancy?
clubs (or even making your own club!), or Treasurer Jemima Moffat If you are passionate and want to see
attending our many social events, you will something happen on campus that is not
have a memorable university experience. already there, contact Student Association
Clubs Director Matthew Frijo
and we will help you start your own club!
Be sure to check out our website and
follow our Facebook (www.facebook. Events Director Christina Buhagiar
com/saunda.syd) and Instagram (www.
instagram.com/sydney.saunda) to Sports & Health
stay up to date with what we have in Jessica Hoffmann
Director
store for another amazing year as well as
information about clubs and societies.
Feel free to drop by the SAUNDA Office
(Ground Floor NDS4 Buckland House),
visit www.saunda.org, or send us an
email or facebook message if you have
any questions.
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phone on (02) 8204 4283 or email sydney. on-one appointments. You can make an
Centre (NDSC) accessandinclusion@nd.edu.au appointment with a Learning Advisor for
support.
Alternatively, visit the Study Centre on the
Broadway Campus. If you would benefit from support please
The University of Notre Dame Australia is email the Academic Support Office to
committed to academic excellence in a Academic Support and arrange an appointment:
setting that is both personal and pastoral. Learning Advisors sydney.aso@nd.edu.au.
The Notre Dame Study Centre (NDSC) www.notredame.edu.au/community/
provides you with access, opportunities student-wellbeing-and-support/ Indigenous Student Support
and support designed to assist you to disability-support Notre Dame is committed to providing
achieve your academic goals. an educational environment that
If you are looking to boost your results, acknowledges, respects and embraces
Access and Inclusion need assistance with understanding Indigenous peoples’ cultures. The
www.notredame.edu.au/current- academic concepts, require support with University is also committed to providing
students/support/access-inclusion literacy or numeracy, Learning, literacy and culturally appropriate support to
numeracy advisors are available. Indigenous Australian students. An
Support for students with a disability is
Support is also available for students from Indigenous Student Support Officer is
provided by Access and Inclusion Advisors
non-English speaking backgrounds. available to work with Aboriginal and
within Notre Dame’s Study Centre.
Torres Strait Islander students. This Officer
Workshops are available throughout the also oversees coordination of additional
The Access and Inclusion Advisor works
semester for all students which cover a support that might benefit students
with students on a case-by-case basis to
wide range of topics, such as: through the Indigenous Student Success
determine reasonable adjustments. This
service assists students with a disability » Essay writing skills Program (ISSP). Aboriginal and Torres
to access and participate in programs of Strait Islander students are able to access
» Referencing techniques additional funding for their study success
study on the same basis as other students.
» Numeracy concepts through the ISSP.
Services may include:
» Exam preparation Contact sydney.ndsc@nd.edu.au for
» Alternative exam arrangements more information.
» Research skills
» Equipment and assistive technology
» Critical thinking Pathways into Uni
» Liaison with relevant University staff The NDSC offers a Tertiary Pathway
» Oral presentation skills Program (TPP) which assists
» Alternative study formats
These workshops will be advertised via pre-undergraduates to prepare for
» Additional library services student emails and bulletins throughout undergraduate study. www.notredame.
each semester. This is a free service and edu.au/study/pathways/tertiary-
Services are determined through
there is no need to book. pathway-program
the assessment process, on a
case-by-case basis, depending on
a student’s circumstances.
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haplaincy NDS2/ St Benedict’s Courtyard The Chaplaincy runs a number of
Email: sydney.chaplaincy@nd.edu.au successful initiatives and offers a series
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NDChap/ of services on campus including:
Chaplaincy Convener: » Daily Mass, Adoration and
Andrea Velarde MCR Confession
Phone: (02) 8204 4452
» Great Ideas
Email: andrea.velarde@nd.edu.au
» Spiritual retreats
Chaplaincy Events Coordinator:
Natalie Ambrose » Bible Studies
phone: (02) 8204 4135
Email: natalie.ambrose@nd.edu.au » Reading groups
» RCIA
The Catholic Chaplaincy at Notre Dame
provides opportunities for formation,
» Theology on Tap
Study Abroad Program
spiritual growth and social activities » Men’s and women’s retreats
and events.
» Movie & games nights
From the celebration of the Sacraments,
retreats and overseas pilgrimages, » Bush walks How would you like to work towards the semester abroad, plus travel,
lively discussion, Bible studies and graduating with a degree and travel the accommodation and living costs. You
faith formation, to charitable outreach, » Mercy Nights world at the sametime? will receive academic credit towards your
lunches, bush walks and movie nights, the Notre Dame degree while studying abroad.
» Alpha Travelling is an education in itself. Getting This means it is possible for your degree to
Chaplaincy team supports the spiritual life
out of your comfort zone and experiencing progress as normal.
of the University.
» Spiritual direction other cultures can expand your horizons
Promoting the flourishing of Catholic and worldview in a way no textbook can. For more information on the program,
» Study retreats
intellectual life, Chaplaincy assists our partners and how to apply, head to
Inject some adventure into your degree the Study Abroad section of our website
students and staff in acquiring an » Music group
with Notre Dame’s Study Abroad Program. www.notredame.edu.au/international/
understanding of the Catholic tradition.
You can apply to study a semester of your outbound
The Chaplaincy also aims to support a » Community
degree at a range of destinations across
number of social events catering for the
And much more... the globe with one of Notre Dame’s Study To make an appointment to discuss your
whole University community and offering
Abroad partner institutions in Europe, potential semester abroad, please email:
a spiritual context for all elements of
United Kingdom, USA, Canada, Japan, sydney.studyabroad@nd.edu.au
tertiary study.
Korea, Indonesia and Taiwan.
Approved applicants pay the equivalent
of the Notre Dame Tuition Fees for
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You have a personal drive (H :\) that can To Student ID Cards
services be used for temporary storage when
working on a campus computer. The drive
Our printing system is cashless. Add
funds to your Student ID card for printing
space is limited to 250MB. For long term and copying using the Student Payments
storage, you are advised to upload files to page on the Notre Dame website payment
Office 365
OneDrive. OneDrive is a personal online section. www.nd.edu.au/Student-
Stay connected with your ND community
storage account linked to your Office 365 payments/menu
through Office 365. Use Office apps
email. It is found under ‘Your Tools’ on the
online (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) from your Please note you must have a debit or
Students Page and is accessible both on
personal device through the Office 365 credit card to add funds online.
and off-Campus.
portal located at www.notredame.edu. www.notredame.edu.au/__data/assets/
au/current-students Wi-Fi Configuration pdf_file/0025/69244/Student-Printing-
Notre Dame uses an encrypted wireless Credit-Top-Up
Set-up your email on your specific device
network to ensure that all information
with help from Ask Us by searching IT Help And Support
passing through the wireless network
www.askus.library.nd.edu.au
is protected. Say hello to the friendly IT staff on campus
(located in NDS4). The service desk is open
Student Applications
To access the wireless network, you must 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (excluding
Check out the Students Page to access all
have an active student user name and public holidays and university closures).
student related services and information
password. Access to the wireless network
while studying at Notre Dame. Popular If you are unable to come down, don’t
is granted under the same polices and
services are listed under Quick Links at the hesitate to call the desk for assistance over
accessing the wired network.
top of the page. Find all online applications the phone (02) 8204 4444 or email
related to your school and courses under UNDA-WiFi is the required wireless sydney.it@nd.edu.au
Your Tools. Quick links group together network for Student access.
related services to your enrolment, IT Support Page
resources and life on Campus. Guides to connect your personal devices Located under Get Help on the Student
to the wireless network can be found Page, our IT Support Page includes how-to
All portals are accessible using your under the IT Help on the Students Page. guides, FAQs and contact details about all
Student ID and password www.notredame.edu.au/current- things IT can help you with.
students/get-help/it-support www.notredame.edu.au/current-
» Blackboard
students/get-help/it-support
Print, Copy, Scan, Email
» Turnitin
Printing services are available in all Check out information about the following
» Peoplesoft: Student Centre libraries on campus and student areas. student-related services.
Double-sided printing is only available
» Allocate from university computers. » Print, scan & copy
» One Stop: Student Payment Gateway Follow the Ask Us article to activate your » Policy
Student ID card for printing services –
» Password & Security
www.askus.library.nd.edu.au/faq/20844
» Wireless Access
» Email Configuration
» File Server
22 23Libraries During non-semester periods and on Need Help? Ask Us!
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public holidays, the libraries may operate You can ask for help at any of the Library service desks as well as via the AskUs search
with reduced hours. Confirm opening box on the Library homepage. If you need specialised support, subject liaison librarians are
hours by visiting the Library website. available to assist—visit the service desk or book in for an appointment. Contact details for
library staff are available via the Library website.
Learning to use the Library
Staff and students at the Sydney Campus
The Library offers drop-in sessions during
are served by two libraries, as well as the
Orientation Week, which include tours and
Library website (www.library.nd.edu.au).
an introduction to the Library’s resources,
Students are welcome to use either library
regardless of programme of study.
services, and facilities available to you.
Campus Services
Workshops aimed at improving study
Each library provides:
and research skills are also available
» Space for individual or group study; to students of all levels throughout the
semester. The workshops are free and Some of the responsibilities of the Campus Broadway Security can be contacted
» IT facilities, including computer will be advertised through the Library Services department include: 24 hours, 7 days a week on 0403 458 011
access and printers with Classes link on the Library website, as or via email on sydney.cs@nd.edu.au.
» Maintenance e.g. replacement
photocopying and scanning well as on the Study Centre webpage. light bulbs, damaged furniture,
options; and www.bookings.library.nd.edu. The Darlinghurst team can be contacted
plumbing problems;
au/calendar/universitylibrary_ on (02) 8204 4403 between 8.45am and
» Access to the University’s » Furniture set-up and relocation
calendar/?cid=7107&t=m&d=0000-00- 5pm Monday to Friday. Darlinghurst
wireless network. for events;
00&cal=7107 Security can be contacted 24 hours,
St Benedict’s Library » Support for exam room 7 days a week on 0406 318 213 or via
Broadway, NDS/6 Canavan Hall Subject Guides are accessible from the set-up, graduation set-up and email on sydney.cs@nd.edu.au.
Phone: (02) 8204 4350 Library website and provide starting non-academic events;
Email: sydney.stbenedictslibrary@ points for your research, including links While at the University, all students
» Co-ordinating emergency
nd.edu.au to discipline-specific databases and are required to take instructions from
evacuation procedures;
resources. There are also a number of security guards. Failure to abide by lawful
Supports the Schools of Arts & Sciences, » Cleaning of all buildings and instructions from a security guard can
video tutorials available via the Library
Business, Education, Law, Philosophy & courtyards including offices and result in disciplinary action being taken.
website to help you discover and use the
Theology, and the LOGOS Programme. teaching spaces; All security matters relating to harassment,
Library’s resources, as well as assisting
with referencing. » General campus maintenance theft and damage should be reported
Benedict XVI Medical Library including grounds and gardens; to Campus Services immediately (or in
Darlinghurst, NDS/11 Finding library resources an emergency, the nearest member of
» Capital development and
Phone: (02) 8204 4351 using Summon University staff) who will then contact
building projects;
Email: sydney.benedictxvilibrary@ Type your search into the Summon search Security. Whilst on campus, students
nd.edu.au » Campus Security; and
box on the Library homepage for a quick may be asked to produce their ID card
Supports the Schools of Medicine, » Maintaining St. Benedict’s Church by staff. This ensures both personal and
and easy first step to finding books,
Nursing, and the LOGOS Programme. (Broadway) and Sacred Heart university security is maintained. It is in
eBooks, journal articles and more. Online
Church (Darlinghurst). your best interest that we ensure that
resources such as eBooks, streamed
Opening Hours security is a priority.
videos, and databases can be accessed The Campus Services offices are located
During the semester, each library opens off-Campus 24/7—simply log in with your
30 minutes before classes commence and at both the Broadway and Darlinghurst
Notre Dame user name and password to sites. The Broadway team can be
closes at 8pm. Both libraries are open view the content.
12–5pm on Saturday and Sunday. contacted on (02) 8204 4347 between
8.45am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
24 25Student Administration and Fees individual requirements can be taken into 3. Submit all paperwork to your School
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consideration. You will need to complete a no later than three business days
“Request for Assistance” form and submit after the scheduled exam. Original
this with any relevant documentation paperwork must be submitted
before the main Census Date of each in order for your application to
semester or term. You must re-register for be considered.
Phone: (02) 8204 4418 Enrolment
equity assistance annually.
Email: sydney.studentadmin@nd.edu.au Existing students should enrol in courses If you are granted a Deferred Examination,
student.fees@nd.edu.au for the following year as soon as they Deferred Examinations the notation ‘DE’ will appear beside the
become available, and definitely before the You may apply for a Deferred Examination relevant course on your record. The
Re-marking of an Assessment
commencement of Semester 1. Enroling if you believe that illness, accident or other deferred exam will usually take place
or Examination
in courses (and subsequent changes) circumstances beyond your control (i.e. during the next Summer / Winter Term
You can appeal the mark or grade you is done online through the Student examination period.
exceptional circumstances) prevent your
have been given for an assessment Centre (accessible via MyND Portal). attendance at an examination. Please be
or examination. Further information is available at www. Results
aware that Deferred Examinations will not
» Assessments: If you have concerns notredame.edu.au/current-students/ be granted if you mistake the date, time Results are published a few weeks after
about a mark or grade you have your-enrolment/student-centre or venue of an examination – so always the examination period each semester, on
been awarded for an assessment, check the timetable carefully. A Deferred a date advised by the Campus Registrar.
N.B. Paper-based enrolment forms are Results will be available via the Student
you must first meet with the Course Examination will not be granted if you
only used in exceptional cases. Your Centre. Please note that to ensure the
Co-ordinator to discuss the reasons have made arrangements to be elsewhere
School or Student Administration and Fees safety of your personal information,
for the original mark / grade. during the exam period and have already
will be able to assist you should you have University staff are not permitted to
Following this discussion you may booked and paid for your travel (including
any questions. release results or you University ID over
appeal in writing to the Dean for a ‘surprise trips’ given by family members
re-marking within 10 working days or friends). Students are expected to the phone. Results are not released to
Examination Timetables
of the assessment result being keep the entire exam period free of other students who have any outstanding fees
Examination timetables are generally or fines.
made available. commitments to ensure they are able to sit
released two weeks before the relevant
all their exams. This may include Saturday,
» Examinations: Before any request examination period. You should continue If there is a change to your academic
evening, and public holiday exams (e.g. the
for a re-mark of an examination is to check your University email account status this will also be displayed in Student
Queen’s Birthday public holiday in June).
made, you should request access up to and including the date of your exam Centre. All students commence on ‘Good
to your examination via your School for any changes. Students with equity If you miss an exam due to illness or other Standing’. If your academic progress is
and arrange with the Dean to read provisions, or those sitting Deferred or unforeseen circumstances beyond your not satisfactory you will be placed on
the examination in the presence Supplementary Examinations will be control, you must: ‘Conditional’ status. If this occurs for two
of a nominated member of staff. advised separately once their timetables consecutive semesters, your enrolment at
Following this, you may appeal in have been finalised. 1. Complete a Deferred or the University will be suspended.
writing to the Dean for a re-marking Irregularly Scheduled Examination
within 10 working days of the official Alternative Examination Conditions Application (available from Student Extensions on Assignments
publication of final grades. Any Student Administration and Fees, in Administration Fees or on the Schools have procedures in place for you
subsequent appeals of assessments conjunction with the Access & Inclusion University website), including the to request an extension of time to hand
of examinations must be made Officers from the Notre Dame Study Certification of Health Professional in your assignments without penalty if
in accordance with the Policy: Centre, can organise alternative for personal health issues. you are having genuine difficulties due
Student Appeals. examination arrangements if you have a to circumstances beyond your control.
www.notredame.edu.au/about/ disability or medical condition that will 2. Attach supporting documentation, Refer to School Regulations, or speak to
policies/student-policies affect your examination performance. You such as the Certification of Health your School administrative staff to obtain
should contact the Access & Inclusion Professional, medical certificate further information.
Officers at the Notre Dame Study Centre etc. All applications must contain
as soon as possible to ensure your external and independent
supporting documentation.
26 27If you are having problems with an on the University’s website at www. Obtaining an ID Card Please contact SAUNDA (the Student
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assignment, do not suffer in silence. notredame.edu.au/current-students University ID Cards are usually issued Association) for more details.
Wherever possible, seek the advice of initially during the enrolment process by
School staff well before the assignment Graduation Database Photographic Record
Student Administration and Fees but can
is due. You must apply to graduate by the date be obtained at any time. The University requires that all students
advised by Student Administration and have their photo on their student record on
Special Consideration Fees, by following the process advised Adding Credit to University the database. This will assist your lecturers
A Request for Special Consideration by the Campus Registrar. Further details ID Cards and tutors with identification and in other
should be lodged with your School as regarding graduation, the Graduation Photocopy and printing credits can be administrative processes. The same
soon as possible and be accompanied by Mass and ceremony dates, etc. are added to your ID Card on the Autoloader confidentiality and privacy rules will apply
supporting documentation. Lodgement provided via all-student emails and on the machine located in the Libraries on either to your photo record as with your other
should occur no later than three working University website www.notredame.edu. site. Swipe the card on the Autoloader, and student records. If you have not yet had
days after the date of the relevant au/current-students/your-enrolment/ the screen will display the value of credit your photo taken for an ID card please go
assessment or examination. A School may graduation/sydney. that is on the card. to Student Administration and Fees to have
grant Special Consideration in respect of your photo taken.
an assignment or project. Leave of Absence Notes and/or coins can then be
If you wish to take leave of absence deposited to increase the printing credits Transcripts
Supplementary Examinations please complete the Leave Of Absence available. Money placed on the card is An official transcript of your academic
Only the Board of Examiners may grant Application, which can be obtained non-refundable. Unused credit will remain results is available from Student
a Supplementary Examination in respect from the University website, Student on the card until it is used. The library does Administration and Fees for a fee. The
of a course. You may be eligible for a Administration and Fees or your School. not provide change. University does not supply ‘unofficial’
Supplementary Examination if: You may be granted up to a maximum of transcripts. However, you can download
four semesters’ Leave of Absence over the Using Your ID card on a Printer an unofficial record of your academic
» You have obtained a mark of at least transcript from your Student Centre at any
duration of your program. Place your ID card over the keypad next
forty five percent in a course. time, free of charge.
to the printer. The screen will prompt you
» The course you have failed is a Student ID Cards to enter a PIN. Enter any four digit number
final course required to complete Each Notre Dame student, whether that you will remember. Press ‘enter’, re- Withdrawal From Courses
your degree. domestic, international, study abroad, enter the PIN, press ‘enter’, enter in your If you decide to withdraw from a course,
part-time or full-time, should obtain a student number then press ‘enter’. You are you will need to do so via Student Centre.
» The Board of Examiners forms the University Student ID Card. You are eligible It is not sufficient to inform University staff
now ready to copy or print. Don’t forget
view that the circumstance of your for a University ID Card if you have a verbally or by email.
to press finish once you have finished
failure in that course was due to current Notre Dame enrolment and have copying. When copying/printing next time
circumstances beyond your control. been issued with a University ID number. There are two important dates each
you only need to swipe and enter your PIN.
University ID cards will allow you to: semester or term for withdrawal
If you are granted a Supplementary
Lost, Stolen, Damaged, Faulty from courses:
Examination the notation of ‘SP’ will » Prove your identity on campus and
appear beside the relevant course on your or Destroyed Cards » Financial Penalty Date (Census Date)
during examinations
academic record. The Supplementary Lost, stolen, damaged, faulty or destroyed » Academic Penalty Date
» Store monetary values for printing
Examination will usually take place during cards can be replaced for a charge of $20.
and photocopying in the Library Please note that it is your responsibility to
the next Summer or Winter Term exam Further information regarding University
» Borrow books and other resources ensure that you drop the relevant course(s)
period. If you complete a supplementary ID cards can be obtained from Student
from the University libraries in Student Centre prior to these deadlines.
examination, you will be awarded a grade Administration and Fees or email
of either Pass (P) or Fail (F). » Show your entitlement for travel sydney.studentadmin@nd.edu.au. Fees Office
concession (when carried in All students at all universities in Australia
For further information regarding conjunction with a Concession Student Discounts
pay fees. All domestic students who
Examinations and Assessments refer Opal Card) Many local businesses also offer excellent
are also Australian citizens, and eligible
to the various Regulations, policies, discounts to Notre Dame students when
» Obtain student discounts New Zealand citizens, have access
Procedures and Guidelines available you present your University ID Card.
28 29to the Commonwealth loan schemes: late submissions of FEE-HELP/
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FEE-HELP (for full fee paying students) HECS-HELP forms.
or HECS-HELP (for Commonwealth
Supported Students). HELP currently Fee Options for
allows students to defer the costs of their International Students
fees. Students will not have to repay their If you are an International student, you are
loan through their tax until their income required to make full payment of tuition
reaches a certain level. Since 1999, the fees two weeks prior to commencement of
Commonwealth Government has provided each semester. Payment can be made by:
a limited number of Commonwealth
Supported Places for students in » Cheque
Education, Nursing and Medicine at The » Internet bank transfer
University of Notre Dame Australia. » Money order
Fee options for domestic students » International bank transfer
1. Pay your fees up-front: » MasterCard / Visa
If you choose to pay your fees » Direct deposit
up-front, you can pay at either the » EFTPOS
Fees Office, at Australia Post outlets,
via BPAY, or pay over the phone by Penalties for Late Payments
credit card. The following payment If you have not made arrangements
methods are accepted: to access the FEE-HELP/HECS-HELP
Notre Dame Payment Gateway scheme and your fees are not paid on
payment of your fees, it is imperative that The International Student Support
» BPay time, the University may apply a Late
you make an appointment with Fees Office Officer is available to discuss any
» Mastercard / Visa Payment Fee.
staff to talk over your options in advance of problems which you may be having with
» EFTPOS A hold on re-enrolment will be applied and fee deadlines. Contact the Fees Officer on regard to your academic progress at
» Australia Post BillPay you will not be able to access your results (02) 8204 4437 or email Notre Dame or documents required to
or obtain an official transcript nor will you student.fees@nd.edu.au. extend your visa. Student Administration
» Cheque
be able to graduate. Your enrolment may and Fees reports to the Department
International Student of Home Affairs (DOHA) with regard to
also be cancelled.
2. Defer fees with FEE-HELP/ Administration changes of program, withdrawal from
HECS-HELP loan Changes to Your Enrolment Phone: (02) 8204 4418 program or unsatisfactory academic
The University encourages eligible The University sends out a supplementary Email: sydney.studentadmin@nd.edu.au progress.
full-fee paying students will complete invoice if you enrol in any additional
an application for FEE-HELP. International students: Once you are It is a condition of your student visa that
courses, however it does not send out
Commonwealth supported students enrolled, you should speak with the you inform Student Administration and
a new invoice or a credit note for any
are required to complete a HECS- International Student Support Officer at Fees of any change of address and contact
courses you withdraw from. If you are
HELP form. Information is available Student Administration and Fees if you details within 7 days of the change.
unsure of your revised liability after
at the Student Administration and require assistance with academic matters, International students are not authorised
changing your enrolment, contact the
Fees Office or on the Australian such as: to take Leave of Absence unless
Fees Officer on (02) 8204 4437 or email
government’s Study Assist website. there are exceptional compassionate
student.fees@nd.edu.au.
Your form, along with your Tax File » Making changes to your program circumstances, which must be verified with
Number (TFN), must be received Further Advice and Assistance » Withdrawing from courses supporting documentation.
by the University before the first Further advice on any issue related to fees » Renewing your visa
Census Date on your invoice. The should be directed to the Fees Office. If
University is unable to process any you are having difficulties arranging for the
30 31Student Grievances Drugs Policy
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The University recognises that students This Policy sets out student obligations to
may wish to raise a problem, issue or ensure the University remains a drug free
grievance concerning their current or environment at all times.
past involvement with the University. The
University’s process for the resolution www.notredame.edu.au/__data/assets/
of Student Grievances is outlined in the pdf_file/0025/49165/POLICY-drugs.pdf
University Procedure: Student Grievances.
Email and Internet Usage Policy
The Procedure is available at www.
notredame.edu.au/current-students/ This Policy sets out the requirements of
support/appeals-and-grievances using the University’s email and internet
communications systems appropriately.
It you would like assistance to raise a
student grievance, please contact the www.notredame.edu.au/__data/assets/
Respect Officer – email pdf_file/0020/2099/POLICY-Email-and-
Policies & All regulations can be obtained from the
University website www.notredame.edu.
sydney.respectofficer@nd.edu.au
or phone (02) 8204 4687
Internet-Usage.pdf
Regulations au/about/governance/regulations. If
you do not understand any part of these Sexual Assault and
Use of Social Media Policy
This Policy sets out the University’s
regulations please contact your School. Sexual Harassment expectations of the use of social media
All members of the University community by students.
Student Conduct
have the right to feel safe and secure and
Regulations are the rules which apply The Code of Conduct sets out the www.notredame.edu.au/__data/assets/
to be treated with respect and dignity at all
to your studies as a student of the standards of behaviour expected from pdf_file/0025/38932/POLICY-Social-
times. The University strongly encourages
University, your School and particular students with respect to their academic, Media.pdf
any member of the University community
program of study. personal and professional behaviour. This
who has experienced Sexual Assault or Critical Incident Policy
covers behaviour both on the campus, or
There are four main regulations: Sexual Harassment to please contact the The University is committed to providing
at any function you attend in your capacity
Respect Officer – email a safe environment for staff and students.
as a Notre Dame student.
» General Regulations apply to sydney.respectofficer@nd.edu.au This Policy sets out the University’s
all students; All students are expected to abide by or phone (02) 8204 4687. approach to critical incident management
the Code of Conduct for Students www. and how the University supports students
» Research Degree Regulations For relevant policies and procedures, visit
notredame.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_ in the event of a critical incident.
apply to all students enrolled in a www.notredame.edu.au/community/
file/0010/2035/CODE-OF-CONDUCT-
Research Degree (i.e. a Master by student-wellbeing-and-support/sexual- www.notredame.edu.au/__data/assets/
Students.pdf
Research, a Master of Philosophy, a assault-and-harassment/help-and- pdf_file/0019/2089/POLICY-Critical-
Professional Doctorate or the Doctor Student Academic Integrity support Incident-Management.pdf
of Philosophy);
Students are expected to uphold the Use of Alcohol Policy
principles of academic integrity, which Breach of Policy
» School Regulations for each School This Policy sets out the University’s
are underpinned by the values of honesty, Breaches to University Policy
apply to students enrolled in position in relation to use of alcohol by
fairness, respect and responsibility. and/or Regulations may result in
programs offered by that School; and Students on campus or at University
This Policy sets out the importance of disciplinary action.
approved or sponsored events.
» Program Regulations for each academic integrity and how violations will
Program apply to all students be dealt with by the University. www.notredame.edu.au/__data/assets/
enrolled in that Program. pdf_file/0011/2036/POLICY-Use-of-
www.notredame.edu.au/__data/assets/
Alcohol-by-Students.pdf
pdf_file/0012/2037/POLICY-Student-
Academic-Integrity.pdf
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