I Received a VTAC Offer in 2008, What Now?
- I have received an offer - what do I do now?
- When should I come and enrol?
- What should I bring when I come and enrol?
- I can't come to enrolment - how do I arrange a proxy?
- How do I arrange to receive credit for previous tertiary studies or University of Melbourne Extension Program subjects?
- Can I defer my course?
- How do I apply for a concurrent Diploma in Languages?
- Can I study part time?
- How many contact hours will I have in first year Arts?
- How do I contact the Faculty of Arts?
- Where do I get help?
I have received an offer in 2008- what do I do now?
Congratulations! You must accept or decline your offer online.
You will receive a letter of offer in the mail, which will tell you to attend the Faculty of Arts on Monday 21 January 2008 to plan your enrolment. If you do not receive your offer pack in the mail, you should contact the Arts and Music Student Centre
When should I come and enrol?
Your letter of offer will give you specific instructions to attend an information session in a lecture theatre on the Parkville campus on Monday 21 January. All the information you need about the enrolment process will be given at this session. It is very important that you attend your scheduled session.
What should I bring when I come and enrol?
It is very important to come to your enrolment appointment prepared. Students from interstate and rural areas may enrol on Academic Advice Day, 21 January 2008. All other students will attend the course information sessions on 21 January about enrolment procedures, and will come back for an enrolment appointment later in the week.
You should bring:
- Your subject selections (write down the name and number of each subject). You can find detailed subject descriptions through the online handbook and should check your subjects in the timetable. You must enrol in subjects now, but this is not your final subject selection: you can always change your subjects in the first week of semester. Further information on choosing subjects will be provided at the information session on 21 January.
- Sufficient funds to pay your fees. If you wish to make a partial payment or are required to pay your fees upfront, payments can be made at the Australia Post Office on campus, and can be paid by cash, EFTPOS, credit card, etc. Refer to Student Administration's Fees Page for further details about arrangements relating to the payment of fees.
I can't come to enrolment day - how do I arrange a proxy?
Proxy enrolments are not acceptable due to privacy requirements and legal restrictions that prohibit a third party signing paperwork that commits a person to financial liability.
If you receive an offer for an Arts course at the University of Melbourne, and are unable to attend the Faculty of Arts Academic Advice Day on 21 January you must contact the Student Centre as soon as possible after receiving your offer to make other arrangements. You will be able to complete your administrative enrolment online, even if you can't attend Academic Advice Day.
How do I arrange to receive credit for previous tertiary studies or University of Melbourne Extension Program subjects?
You may make an application for credit at the Arts and Music Student Centre at any time. If you would like to be awarded credit on enrolment, please bring an original or certified copy of your official transcript to your enrolment appointment and you can arrange this with the course advisor.
Can I defer my course?
For information on application procedures and the deferral policy for other courses, please see the Future Students website.
You cannot defer your place in order to take up or continue tertiary study at another institution. Approval for deferral is not automatic. You will be advised of the outcome in February.
How do I apply for a concurrent Diploma in Languages?
Studying a Diploma in Languages will add a year of study to the normal length of your course, and you will graduate with a degree and diploma qualification.
Further information about the Diploma in Languages on the Faculty of Arts website or in the Undergraduate Handbook.
Can I study part time?
It is possible for Arts students to undertake their studies on a part-time basis without special permission, however it is recommended that the first year be completed on a full time basis.
Many part-time students endeavour to do at least one or two years of full-time study. For Austudy/Youth Allowance purposes, a part-time load is less than 37.5 points in a semester. The Bachelor of Arts must be completed within ten years of commencement. Part-time students should plan to attend scheduled day-time classes as there are generally few evening classes.
How many contact hours will I have in first year Arts?
This depends largely on what subjects you choose to study, but a rough average would be around 12 hours of classes per week. Students are expected to spend additional time studying out of class on research, reading and assignments. See the section on Commitment to Study in Arts section of the Undergraduate Handbook.
How do I contact the Faculty of Arts?
Contact details for the Arts and Music Student Centre and staff.
Where do I get help?
If you are having trouble sorting out your enrolment, you should contact the Arts and Music Student Centre, Old Arts Building; phone 8344 5235 or see http://arts-unimelb.custhelp.com
There is a range of support services available to students at the University of Melbourne, and most are available free of charge.
If you are having trouble with a particular lecturer, subject or assignment, the relevant school is often the first port of call. If you are having trouble with your study skills you should contact the Academic Skills Unit (formerly Language and Learning Skills Unit).
If you are experiencing non-academic troubles, you should access Student Support Services such as housing, employment and financial aid, and Child Care Services. If you are experiencing health or personal issues, you should contact the Student Health Service or Counseling Service.
Students with any form of physical, medical or mental issue which affects their access to or participation in study are encouraged to seek assistance from the Disability Liaison Unit.
There is plenty of help at hand - just ask!