Navigating around campus

If you're new to UQ, you may want to access UQ Maps, which contains a map of each campus along with building names and numbers to assist you in finding your way around. UQ Maps also contains a parking guide and information on the intercampus bus service. Alternatively, you can download UQnav, a new, free iPhone application that contains searchable maps of UQ’s campuses.

Facilities

All UQ students have access to the Current Students website which contains information on accommodation, childcare, health services, IT support, UQ Sport, UQ Union and a variety of other services and facilities to help you get the most out of your time at UQ.

Once enrolled, you can also use mySI-net to maintain your enrolment online, update personal details and view useful information about your candidature.

Accommodation

UQ can assist you with finding a suitable place to live, and provide ongoing accommodation advice. The University offers a range of accommodation options including on-campus residential colleges and off-campus student housing or rental housing. For more information please visit www.accommodation.uq.edu.au or www.uq.edu.au/rentalsonline.

There are also some helpful videos - Renting Made Easy - which discusses the common problems people encounter when renting a house, and includes information on how to find somewhere to live, how to share a property with other tenants, legal issues associated with renting and what happens when it is time to move out.

Commencement

When you arrive on campus you should arrange a meeting with your School/Institute Postgraduate Administrative Officer as soon as possible. They will guide you through an online commencement process that will allow the Graduate School to finalise your enrolment so you may commence your studies.

Once enrolled, you can use mySI-net to maintain your enrolment online, alter personal details and view other useful information about your candidature.

Induction

Graduate School induction sessions provide new research students with vital information for their candidature at The University of Queensland.  Once you have been enrolled, please visit the Events & Skills Training page, click on Support and Guidance, and register for the next induction session for new RHD candidates.  While you are there, you may wish to enrol in some of the many other skills and training courses that the University provides. 

UQ can assist you with finding a suitable place to live, and provide ongoing accommodation advice. The University offers a range of accommodation options including on-campus residential colleges and off-campus student housing, as well as assistance with finding rental properties.  For more information please visit www.accommodation.uq.edu.au.

You can also visit Renting Made Easy for helpful videos that discuss some of the issues students face while renting.  These include information about finding somewhere to live, how to share a property with other tenants, legal issues associated with renting, and what happens when it is time to move out.

The Emmanuel College at UQ dedicates two-bedroom and four-bedroom apartments within the College for postgraduate students.  The College has vacancies for 2012.  For more information download information flyer.

All UQ campuses have a student centre dedicated to providing support and advice for a broad range of enquiries including:

• Academic records
• Fees
• Graduations
• Grievance procedures
• ID cards
• Prizes & scholarships
• Traffic & parking

All RHD candidates will need a new student card.  To obtain a student card once you have enrolled, please take your UQ letter of offer and a piece of photo ID (e.g. your driver's licence or passport) to one of the following locations:

• St Lucia Campus
  6-26 February 2012: Room 241, Sir James Foot Building
  Click here for opening times
  
  All other dates: Level 2 Duhig Tower, Social Sciences and Humanities Library
  Monday - Friday
  8:00am - 4.45pm

• Gatton Campus
  Student Centre - NW Briton Administration Centre Annexe
  Monday - Friday
  8:30am - 4.30pm

• Ipswich Campus
  Student Centre - Building 8
  Monday - Friday
  9:00am - 5:00pm

The University of Queensland takes pride in its ongoing committment to providing support and guidance for international students.  You can visit International Student Support for assistance with a variety of matters, including:

• Getting Started at UQ
• Studying at UQ
• Working while studying
• Preparing for graduation and returning home

UQ also has a comprehensive Guide for International Students designed to help you with your transition to life and study in Queensland, Australia.

The Mates@UQ program is a great opportunity for international and domestic students to make friends and interact in a relaxed and social environment.

The University of Queensland has a Student Charter which forms part of the UQ Policies and Procedures Library (PPL).  This charter is designed to outline the ethical and honest behaviour and treatment that is expected of all members of The University of Queensland, and clearly outlines your rights and responsibilities while you are a part of this community.