Useful Tips for a University Degree Wannabe (UDW)

St. Joseph's College

UDW: definition - a person who is convinced they want to go to University but are not sure where or exactly what they want to study! Also suffers from ATAR anxiety.

Choose a degree that allows some flexibility in selecting a sequence of units that is right for you
Make sure the program offers opportunities for practical work experience (sometimes called Industry Based Learning)
Do not base your decision solely on what your friends are doing
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! Make sure travel time from your residence to the campus is within what you are willing and able to do on a day to- day basis
Do not just pick courses based on ATAR alone

TIPS:

LOST ON CAMPUS: Download this useful app from iTunes and Google Play for a Campus Map of many universities.

You will be able to find every tutorial room, lab, lecture theatre, coffee shop, carpark, bus stop, even your nearest vending machines and free microwaves on campus - Lost on Campus maps — StudentVIP

iUSEpass - travel concession for students: Undergraduate students can save 50% on an annual myki with a valid student ID.

Learn more at Students - Transport Victoria