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Relocating to Sydney PREPARING FOR STUDENT LIFE @ UNSW Student Life @ UNSW is our guidebook to help you achieve a smooth transition to Sydney - how to prepare, what to bring, where to stay, airport reception and what to do what upon arrival.
The different guidebook sections are(PDF's):
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 PASSPORT TO UNSW - ORIENTATION & TRANSITION PROGRAM Your attendance at UNSW - Orientation & Transition Program is vital to a great start at UNSW. For full program details please click HERE.
New international students should arrive at least two weeks prior to the commencement of classes on Monday 20th July 2009, to allow sufficient time to adjust to life in Sydney and at UNSW, to look for accommodation, and to attend orientation activites.
The UNSW Orientation events for Session 2 2009 will run from Wednesday 15 July - Friday 17 July. For more information click here
UniBuddy Peer Mentor Program Would you like help to ease into living and studying at UNSW? Join the UniBuddy program. UniBuddys are senior students who provide support to new students making their transition to university life. International Student Services (ISS) aims to match you with a UniBuddy from either your home country or faculty so that you can ask questions about living and studying at UNSW and in Sydney.
UniBuddy Peer Mentors are here to help YOU! To find a UniBuddy download the Unibuddy Application form and email it back to: unibuddy@unsw.edu.au
RELOCATING TO SYDNEY As a new international student we strongly advise you to arrive at least one month before the commencement of classes to find suitable accommodation, familiarise yourself with the campus and surrounding area and attend Orientation courses.
2009 COMMENCEMENT DATES
Session One - 02 March 2009
Session Two - 20 July 2009
Session timetables for Faculty of Medicine, the Australian Graduate School of Management and the Australian Defence Force Academy at the University College varies slightly.
NOTICE OF ARRIVAL Use the Notice of Arrival form (PDF format) to inform International Student Services (ISS) when to expect you in Sydney
Complete the form and return it, preferably by fax to:
The form must be received AT LEAST FIVE working days before you arrival in order to make arrangements for your reception at the airport
TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION ARRANGEMENTS Many international students arrive in Sydney without permanent accommodation organised and therefore need to book temporary accommodation. Students usually stay in temporary accommodation for 4-10 days while they look for suitable long term accommodation.
Options include
On Campus Temporary AccommodationHow to book on-campus temporary accommodation
Residential colleges provide accommodation for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. The Colleges are located on campus and usually provide single study/bedrooms, shared bathrooms, all meals and linen.
There are seven residential colleges on or near the campus. Each one offers accommodation and meals in a distinctive environment which varies from college to college, as do facilities and fees. A brief description of each college is given below and further information may be obtained by writing to the colleges directly
THE KENSINGTON COLLEGESThe Kensington Colleges comprise Basser, Goldstein and Philip Baxter Colleges. Basser College
Enquiries:
Admissions The Kensington Colleges The University of New South Wales UNSW Sydney NSW 2052 Tel: 61 2 9315 0000 Fax: 61 2 9315 0011 Email:ih@unsw.edu.au Website: inquiries@newcollege.unsw.edu.au Shalom College
All rooms are fully furnished with internet and phone connections, underfloor heating and most have balconies. Enquiries:
The Accomodation Officer Shallom College The University of New South Wales UNSW Sydney NSW 2052 Tel: 61 2 9663 1366 Fax: 61 2 9313 7145 Email: shalom@shalom.edu.au Website: http://www.shalomcollege.unsw.edu.au Warrane College
Enquiries:
The Master Warrane College PO Box 123 Kensington NSW 1465 Tel: 61 2 9662 6199 Fax: 61 2 9662 2992 Email: warranec@unsw.edu.au OFF Campus AccommodationYOU WILL NEED TO MAKE YOUR OWN BOOKING FOR OFF-CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION
Motel AccomodationChevalier Resource Centre
1 Roma Avenue Kensington NSW 2033 Tel: 61 2 9315-2222 or (61 2) 9662-740 Fax: 61 2 9662-7400 Email: joandemeade@hotmail.com Website: http://www.chevaliercentre.org/confern.htm Rates:
$50 per night $200 per week A quiet centre located at the top of a hill on the grounds of the Sacred Heart Monastery, about a 15 minute walk to UNSW. Single rooms are quite small and have a desk, phone, television, and sink. Bathroom facilities are shared. Kitchen and laundry facilities are available. Visitors should ensure that they are driven up the hill to the entrance to avoid having to walk up with heavy luggage. A light breakfast is included in prices.
The Centre
14 Frances St Randwick NSW 2031 Tel: 61 2 9398-2211 Fax: 61 2 9326-6003 Email: centreas@bigpond.com Website: http://www.thecentre.com.au Rates:
$40 per night for a single room share bathroom (for a minimum 2 night stay) $70 per night with bathroom $40 per person per night for twin with private bathroom A clean, comfortable, affordable guest house designed mainly to accommodate people who are visiting the area for conferences. A range of rooms are available including single rooms with and without private bathroom facilities. A light breakfast is included in prices. Rooms are not air conditioned but fans and heaters are provided. The Centre is located a 5 minute bus ride or a 15 minute walk to UNSW. It has a lounge area, garden and inground swimming pool available for guests to use. A Caretaker is available 24 hours.
Backpacker AccomodationsSurfside Backpackers
186 Arden St Coogee NSW 2034 Tel: 61 2 9315-7888 Fax: (61 2) 9365 4994 Email: info@surfsidebackpackers.com.au Website: http://www.surfsidebackpackers.com.au Rates:
Approximately $200 per person per week depending on time of year Exact rates can be found at www.surfsidebackpackers.com.au Lively and fun, basic backpacker accommodation. Rooms vary but generally accommodate 4 guests in bunk beds. Some rooms have a communal lounge area with a television, share bathroom, and a sunny balcony. Kitchen facilities are available in some rooms.
The reception area seems to be a meeting point where residents can fi nd out about parties and activities in the local area. Surfside Backpackers is located a 3 minute walk from Coogee beach and a 10-15 minute bus ride to UNSW. Lockers are available for safekeeping of valuables. Coogee Beach House
171 Arden St Coogee NSW 2034 Tel: 61 2 9665 1162 Fax: 61 2 9665 0365 Email: info@coogeebeachhouse.com Website: http://www.coogeebeachhouse.com Clean and basic backpacker accommodation. Male and female dorms are available, and dorms can accommodate 2 or 4 guests in bunk beds. Rooms have a TV and a clothes rack, share bathroom, kitchen facilities and a communal lounge area. The Beachhouse is a 3 minute walk to Coogee beach and a 10-15 minute bus ride to UNSW. Reception is open until 8pm, however arrangements can be made for late arrivals. Guests can give valuables to Reception for safe keeping. Check for up to date rates.
Hotel Accomodation (approx. $71 - $150 / night)Gemini Hotel
65-71 Belmore Rd Randwick NSW 2031 Tel: 61 2 9399 9011 Fax: 61 2 9398 9708 Email: res@geminihotel.com.au Website: http://www.geminihotel.com.au Rates:
Single $110 per night Double or 2 singles $110 per night This hotel is located in the main street of Randwick, a 10-15 minute walk to UNSW. Rooms are cosy and most have a small balcony. All rooms have private bathroom, television, phone, bar fridge and reverse cycle air conditioning. Reception is open 24 hours. Guests may pay extra for breakfast.
Randwick Lodge
211 Avoca St Randwick NSW 2031 Tel: 61 2 9310 0700 Fax: 61 2 9310 0763 Email: randwicklodge@bigpond.com Website: http://www.randwicklodge.com.au Rates:
Single $90 per night $455 per week Twin $100 per night $525 per week Triple $125 per night $665 per week Spacious rooms with private toilet and shower. Rooms have a television (with Foxtel), fridge, sink, coffee and tea making facilities and telephone. There is a lovely bright communal courtyard area. Close to Randwick shops and a 10- 15 minute walk to UNSW. Expected guests can arrive after 10pm. Breakfast is not included.
Coogee Sands Apartments
161-167 Dolphin St Coogee NSW 2034 Tel: 61 2 9665 8588 Fax: 61 2 9664 1406 Email: info@coogeesands.com.au Website: http://www.coogeesands.com.au Rate:
$145 per night (standard single room) Coogee Sands is a well presented hotel situated right on Coogee beach. The rooms are spacious and have a private bathroom, kitchenette, television, fridge, microwave and air conditioning.
Reception is open 24 hours and guests have access to a huge sundeck on the roof of the hotel. There are regular buses running to and from Coogee beach to UNSW; the bus journey takes 10-15minutes. |
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