Foundation StudiesPre-Departure Briefing

Catherine Tay

AboutTrinity College

• Founded in 1872 as the first college within the University of Melbourne

• Diverse educational programs for over 1,500 students

• Emphasis on ‘large and liberal’ education

• Strong international engagement• Individual attention is our hallmark

AboutTrinity College

Located on the campus of the University of Melbourne

Unique preparation for University lifeOur aim at Trinity is to

prepare high quality

international students for

undergraduate study at

the University of

Melbourne.

Foundation Studies

Success at Trinity100% of students who completed July Fast Track 2005 received offers to the University of Melbourne

Each year over 80% of students who complete Trinity College Foundation Studies received offers to the University of Melbourne

Foundation StudiesCore Curriculum

• ENGLISH- English Literature- English for Academic

Purposes- Drama

+• History of Ideas (HOI)

Elective subjectsChoose three from

• Accounting• Biology• Chemistry• Media & Communications • Economics• Environment & Development • Mathematics One• Mathematics Two• Music (Practical)• Music History• Physics• Psychology

Orientation• First day

Registration: passport, forms, information, official welcome, English Diagnostic Test, campus tour

Parents welcome at Official Welcome and Morning Tea

• First Week

Information sessions on support services

Cross-cultural workshops

Introductory lectures for all subjects

Subject selection

Camp!

What to expect

Orientation

• Registration takes place on the College’s Main Campus, Royal Parade

Where do I go?

Academic LifeClasses

• University style teaching

• 15 students max in tutorials

• Personalised timetables • Each class 1.5 hours long

• 30min break between classes

Academic SupportMentors

Support or revision classes on Saturday

Designated staff consultation times

Students encouraged to ask questions

Student WelfareSupport

• Student Counsellor

• Director of Student Welfare

• Chaplain / Pastoral Care

• Emergency After Hours Phone Number

• Accommodation Officer

• Open door policy

Student ServicesFacilities

• Recreation and common rooms• National newspapers• Pianos, table tennis, soccer table, TV, microwaves, lockers• 3 computer laboratories with internet access• The Leeper Library – the Trinity College

library• Access to the University of Melbourne – 12

libraries, Sports Centre, Student Health, etc

Entrance to University

Trinity will assist students with their applications to university.

All Trinity graduates are automatically considered for the international undergraduate student scholarships at the University of Melbourne (50 in total).

Application

Tips for SuccessLife Skills

Waking up

budgeting

basic cooking

sewing

cleaning

washing clothes

using public transport

Independence and responsibility

Tips for SuccessSocial Skills

Participating in activities

Getting Involved!!

Joining clubs

Making friends

Tips for SuccessHealth and Safety

Health services

Safety

Overseas Student Health Cover

Exercise, healthy eating, regular sleep patterns

Tips for SuccessStudy Skills

Study time and place

Asking questions, seeking support

Managing time: planning, diary use, meeting deadlines

Punctuality

Goal setting

ExperienceMelbourne

• Accredited as a ‘Safe Community’ by the World Health Organisation since 2000

• Consistently voted one of the ‘World’s Most Livable Cities’ by the Economist Intelligence Unit

• 3.5 million residents representing 110 nationalities and speaking 150+ languages

WeatherMelbourne

Melbourne has 4 seasons(sometimes in one day):

Spring: September to November8C – 22C

Summer: December to February 14C – 32C

Autumn: March to May8C – 20C

Winter: June to August6C – 15C

VictoriaExperience

• One of Australia’s most accessible states• National parks, surf beaches, ski fields, wildlife, desert, mountains, rivers and lakes• 12 ecologically diverse and culturally rich regions to explore

CustomsOn Arrival Customs Declaration

Form

Food – cooked, uncooked, ingredients, meat, diary, eggs, fruit, vegetables, bee products

Animals and animal products -

feather, shell, birds nest

Plants and plant products - seeds, bamboo, wood

Computer - may be taxed

(bring receipt)

Airport Pick upOn Arrival

Airport Pickup Free of charge unless a ‘no-show’

Go to Meeting Point

International Arrivals: on the right as you leave the Customs HallDomestic Arrivals: bottom of escalator, near baggage collection area

Emergency Number: 1800 813 813 (Toll Free)WAIT – do not leave the airport if you have requested to be picked up!

What Else ???Adjusting to life in Australia

‘Australian culture’ – informal, honest, accent,

food

Warm clothing, jacket, layers

Sufficient funds for first few days – cash, travellers cheques, bank draft

Staying in touchTrinity College Foundation StudiesAdmissions OfficeRoyal Parade Parkville, VIC

+61 3 9348 7130 www.trinity.unimelb.edu.au/tcfs

foundationstudies@trinity.unimelb.edu.au