CUC Western Riverina
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Student Services

All students studying any degree at any university in Australia can register with us.

Our Centre is a secure space where students can focus entirely on their studies. Students can connect with like-minded people and experience a campus-like environment while they study locally in the Western Riverina. We are focused on assisting our students settle into study, improve their academic skills and to make sure they feel like they have the tools to succeed in their studies.

Access Hours

We recognise that our students often want the flexibility to help ensure that they can balance their study/life/work needs and commitments. Our Centre is staffed each business day, and is open to registered students with swipe card access from 5:00am to 12:00 midnight, seven days a week.

Quiet Study Spaces

Students come to our Centre because they want a quiet study space where they can focus solely on their studies without the interruptions they face at home. We have tailored our environment with students at the forefront of our thinking.

Our Centre has three key study areas:

  • a dedicated quiet study room with computers and space to bring personal devices to work on;
  • multiple study rooms and pods, which can be used for seminars, tutorials, workshops, exams and group work (book here); and
  • spaces for student collaboration and break out, including kitchen and outdoor spaces.
Technology

Our Centre offers students access to high-speed internet (100 Mbps connection), printing & copying facilities, video conferencing facilities, desktop computers & BYO spaces. We run workshops to help settle students into their study, with a particular focus on navigating their university’s learning portal, and enhancing academic skills.

Scholarship Support

Scholarships – The Who and How

Think scholarships are only for the high achievers? Think again.  Scholarships are available for a range of criteria and circumstances, for example: 

Academic Skills

Any registered student can receive support to improve their general academic skills. Student support may include workshops in referencing or essay writing and one-on-one support from our dedicated Academic Advisors. For students who are new to study we also offer additional support through our First Year Advisor Program to help settle into study and become familiar with academic literacy and university processes. More information about our First Year and Academic Advisor Programs can be found here.

Wraparound support

We believe that by providing our students with wraparound supports, they have a better chance at succeeding in their studies. We assist both current and future students with the administrative tasks associated with study.

For future students, this can include finding which course or university may be the right fit for student aptitudes or career goals, understanding enabling pathway options, and assisting with enrolment processes. Our team also assist with understanding university processes such as HECS information and census dates. The language of university systems can be daunting for new students, or those returning after a long break, and we seek to break down these barriers to study by working with students to understand the processes and language of their university or course provider.

For current students, we help current students navigate university learning portals and connect with university support services, including progression teams, library services and other student assistance options. When unforeseen circumstances arise, we can guide you through applying for extensions or special consideration. Our team also assists students in finding and applying for scholarships. Wellbeing is central to what we do. Our Centre staff are trained in Mental Health First Aid and offer support ranging from an informal chat over a coffee through to referral to university or external support services. We can help you balance your study workload with life’s other demands, and we encourage open conversations about your health and wellbeing.

Exams

Our Centre offers high quality technology for invigilated exams. If you would like to book one of our rooms to sit your exam, please download the Skedda App and book.

We have two study rooms, each equipped with:

  • One desktop computer
  • One BYOD space
  • One large VR screen
  • One webcam (USB)
  • Two study space area with a desk
  • Two keyboards and two mice
  • If you require more than 3hrs please contact the office

If you require the room for longer than three hours, please contact the office before booking.

Please keep all equipment in the room and let staff know if you experience any issues. When you have finished, please turn everything off, including lights, air conditioning, computers and wireless technology.

We also offer two bookable study pods: one fitted with a computer for tech-based study, and a second BYOD breakout space.