General Information about the Albury-Wodonga Campus
Introduction
Albury-Wodonga, on the Murray River, is Australia’s largest inland regional centre. This thriving region provides a wide range of employment, sporting, leisure, cultural and entertainment opportunities - a great place to live, as well as to study.
The Albury-Wodonga campus is located in the City of Wodonga, with the City of Albury just over the Murray River in NSW. Situated adjacent to the Hume Freeway, with easy access to train, plane and bus services, the campus is ideally located on the Melbourne-Canberra-Sydney corridor.
The campus caters for approximately 900 students on an attractive 26 hectare site adjacent to the Wodonga Institute of TAFE, with which it shares some resources and facilities.
The campus has excellent, modern facilities, including the David Mann Library and additional computer labs, an Environmental Science complex and international-standard soccer/sporting grounds. Recent developments include a café and bookshop, a gymnasium and a significant upgrade to the Student Association building. Construction of additional on-campus accommodation for La Trobe students will commence in September, 2011.
The campus offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. All five faculties of the University deliver courses on the campus, with some courses being unique to the campus. Studying at Albury-Wodonga offers personalised support and tuition from dedicated academic and support staff, along with access to the resources of the wider La Trobe network.
The campus is home to significant research expertise in areas such as freshwater ecology, resource management and policy, and issues around ageing in rural communities. La Trobe University is now also a joint venture partner in The Murray-Darling Freshwater Research Centre, giving La Trobe University enhanced capacity to increase research in freshwater ecology for the benefit of the whole Murray-Darling Basin. Visit the website at www.latrobe.edu/aw
The Murray-Darling Freshwater Research Centre
The Murray-Darling Freshwater Research Centre (MDFRC) is a joint venture between La Trobe University, CSIRO (through its Division of Land and Water) and the Murray-Darling Basin Authority. Additional investment is provided through the Australian Government Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities.
The MDFRC operates two regional laboratories, strategically based in the Murray-Darling Basin, at Albury-Wodonga (established for over 25 years) and Mildura (established for over 15 years). Both laboratories are co-located on the campuses of La Trobe University.
Further information on the Centre’s multi-disciplinary research can be obtained at www.mdfrc.org.au/
John Richards Initiative
The John Richards Initiative is named in honour of John Richards, 2007 recipient of the Order of Australia Medal (OAM), and has been established to lead research and innovation in rural aged care.
In consultation with older people in rural communities and other stakeholders, the Initiative will undertake a program of research into rural aged care that improves well-being through contributing to policy development, exploring appropriate models of service provision, developing and testing rural workforce planning strategies and informing education.
Further information can be obtained from the website at: www.latrobe.edu.au/jri
Access
A range of schemes is available to applicants to ensure future students equitable access to the University. For further information, contact the Admissions Officer on (+61 2) 6024 9790 or visit the website at www.latrobe.edu.au/access.
Access by public transport
A bus service operates from the Wodonga town centre to the Albury-Wodonga Campus and vice versa, with regular connections to the Albury town services.
For further information, contact the bus company, Dysons, on (+61 2) 6056 3100 or email dysonswodonga@dysongroup.com.au . Visit the website at www.dysongroup.com.au
Train and coach services to and from Melbourne and Sydney operate through out the week. Please phone (+61 3) 8608 5011 or visit the website at www.vline.com.au for current timetables.
Academic Language and Learning (ALL) staff
The Academic Language and Learning (ALL) unit works closely with teaching staff in all Faculties and on all campuses to ensure that all La Trobe students – including those from non-English-speaking backgrounds – receive the support they need to develop core academic skills required to succeed. Those high-level, core academic success skills include speaking and writing in English, numeracy, and study strategies. To that end, Academic Language and Learning staff assist in course and subject design, advise on teaching strategies, and teach/co-teach special subjects, tutorials and workshops. The Academic Language and Learning Unit also produces online learning resources, provides professional development for academic staff, trains student academic mentors, and supports student learning success in many other ways.
For more information about study skills, please visit www.latrobe.edu.au/learning/
Accommodation
On-campus: Information regarding on-campus accommodation can be obtained by contacting (+61 2) 6055 6389.
Off-campus: Students wishing to find off-campus accommodation in the Albury-Wodonga area should check the accommodation database on the La Trobe University Albury-Wodonga campus website at www.latrobe.edu.au/accommodation
For further information, contact the Accommodation Officer on Tel: (02) 6024 9847, Fax: (02) 9624 9777 or email: accommodation.aw@latrobe.edu.au
Computing facilities
The campus computer laboratories are well equipped with modern facilities and are refurbished every three years. Both black-and-white and full-colour laser printing are available and all students are provided with email and Internet access for study-related purposes. The laboratories are open for extended hours during the teaching semester and for office hours during the breaks. One laboratory is always reserved for students’ occasional use.
Child Care – “Kids on Campus”
Kids on Campus offers students, staff and the wider community access to high quality early childhood care & education for children aged between six weeks and six years. The service also offers long-day care, funded kindergarten, after-school care and vacation care. The Centre is open from 7.30 am to 6.00 pm, Monday to Friday for 50 weeks a year and is a not-for-profit service, operating on a fee-for-service basis. All Government subsidies are available.
For further information, contact the Centre on (+61 2) 6055 6635 or visit the website at www.latrobe.edu.au/aw/childcarecentre
Careers and Employment
All students are encouraged to register as users of Career Hub, La Trobe’s online careers information service. This service is provided by the Careers and Employment service at the Melbourne Campus and contains a wealth of information, including resources for job searching, resume preparation, application and interview hints and tips. Enrolled students can register with their normal username and password. A student Jobs Board can also be found at the Careers and Employment website at www.latrobe.edu.au/careers.
Chaplaincy
An ecumenical Christian chaplaincy team is available to assist students and staff. The chaplains will refer students to clergy of other Christian denominations or religious leaders of other faiths on request.
For more information, contact the Chaplaincy Co-ordinator on (+61 2) 6024 9753, Mobile 0437 044 579 or email chaplain.aw.@latrobe.edu.au.
Counselling service
Confidential counselling is available to all students regarding any issues which arise and present difficulties during a course of study. Counselling services include personal counselling and educational counselling. The service is free to enrolled students. Issues, which may arise, can include adjustment to living away from home, personal and relationship problems, health issues, study motivation and financial stress. For further information, or to make an appointment, contact the Counsellor on (+61 2) 6024 9627, email counsellor.aw@latrobe.edu.au or leave message in the box at Room 4236. Visit the website at www.latrobe.edu.au/students/aw/counselling.html
Equality and Diversity Centre
The principal role of the Equality and Diversity Centre is to promote full and equal participation of all students and staff of La Trobe University and to foster an environment free of discrimination and harassment. Visit the website at www.latrobe.edu.au/students/aw/equality.html
Equity Officer
Discrimination and harassment of people on the basis of irrelevant characteristics is unacceptable at La Trobe. Students should feel free to contact the Equity Officer if they feel they are being subjected to any unfair or unreasonable behaviour. All matters discussed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
For further information, contact the Equity Officer on (+61 2) 6024 9628, email dlo.aw@latrobe.edu.au or visit www.latrobe.edu.au/students/aw/equality.html
Disability Liaison Officer
The Disability Liaison Officer (DLO) is able to assist students by assessing their needs and providing support to ensure they are able to participate fully and to the best of their ability. The DLO is able to provide information, support, advocacy and resources to students with disabilities, and look at the effects of the disability on study and determine the adjustments required. Adjustments should aim to cancel out, as much as possible, the limitations created by the disability. Maximising student independence is a key goal.
For further information, contact the DLO on (+61 2) 6024 9628, e-mail dlo.aw@latrobe.edu.au or visit www.latrobe.edu.au/students/aw/equality.html
Indigenous Student Services Officer
Academic, cultural and personal support and guidance is available to all Indigenous Australian students, including tutorial support, scholarships, bursaries and referrals. Information is also provided to prospective students. Please refer to the Office of the Director, Indigenous Education entry in this Handbook for further details.
For further information, contact the Indigenous Student Services Officer on (+61 2) 6024 9796 or email lisa.arnold@latrobe.edu.au
International Student Services
The International Student Services team assists international students to experience a positive and successful transition. A range of support services are available to orientate international students into Australia, the local area, and the University. This includes advice and referral on matters relating to welfare, academic progress, and inter-cultural knowledge. For further information, phone (+61 2) 6024 9847 or email iso.aw@latrobe.edu.au.
Student Enrichment
Student Enrichment is a department of the University designed to ensure all students have the opportunity to become exceptional learners, workers, alumni, citizens and fully engaged members of the University community.
The Student Engagement and Transition Officer represents Student Enrichment on campus and is responsible for driving and contributing to programs and initiatives encompassing transition to university, leadership, mentoring, volunteering and career development. For more information visit http://www.latrobe.edu.au/student-enrichment/student-engagement-and-transition.
To contact the Student Engagement and Transition Officer, please ring 02 6024 9621 or 0435 963 076.
David Mann Library
www.lib.latrobe.edu.au/albury-wodonga/
The David Mann Library supports the teaching and learning of students and staff of La Trobe University and Wodonga Institute of TAFE, as well as the research interests of the staff of the Murray Darling Freshwater Research Centre.
Students have access to computer workstations, photocopying and printing, group study rooms and private study carrels. A wide range of digital, print and audiovisual resources are available and students can request resources held at other campus libraries. The Library website provides 24/7 access to the ever-increasing collection of information resources in digital format to students at all campuses.
Required material held at other campus libraries can be obtained through the inter-campus loans and document delivery service. Books can be obtained from other university libraries participating in the BONUS+reciprocal borrowing scheme. Approved borrowers can also access resources held by national and international libraries via the Library’s document delivery service.
Library staff provide assistance with finding and evaluating scholarly information, using databases and the Library catalogue, and developing effective information search skills. This assistance is delivered in person at service desks, via targeted training sessions and tours, and online via web-based tutorials, email and a live chat service.
Police checks
Some courses require applicants to undergo police checks and “Working With Children” checks before undertaking placement. Details are available from course coordinators.
Scholarships
La Trobe University offers its students access to a pool of scholarships valued at more than $3 million each year. This includes undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships to both commencing and current students, some of which are campus specific.
Current students are also eligible to apply for a range of campus, community and industry awards and prizes.
Both commencing and current students should consider applying for a range of scholarships, as selection criteria are not just based on academic merit, but may also be related to such criteria as financial need and regional location. Students should also ensure they are aware of the recent changes to scholarships provided by the Commonwealth Government.
It is important to research scholarship options as early as possible so application deadlines can be met.
For more information, visit the website at www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships
For information on scholarships available to International students, visit the website at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international
Student Association
The Wodonga Student Association (WSA) is co-ordinated by a Student Executive. Membership of the WSA entitles students to a range of services, activities and discounts, both on and off-campus. The Association has its own building, The Hangar, adjacent to the David Mann Library. Recent extensions to the Hangar include a new café and gym.
For further information, contact the Student Executive on (+61 2) 6055 6641 or visit the website at www.wsawodonga.com.au.
Uniforms
Nursing students are required to purchase uniforms to wear while attending hospitals and other health agencies. Details of requirements are given to students at the start of the course.
University Co-operative Bookshop
The bookshop has a large range of texts, stationery, academic resources and general books. Computer software is also available, some of which can be purchased at discounted prices. For more information, contact the bookshop on (02) 6059 3217, Fax: (02) 6059 3796 or visit the website at www.coop-bookshop.com.au
Programs of study at Albury-Wodonga
The programs offered at the campus are controlled by the faculties of the university and are delivered, in most instances, by staff located at the campus. In some cases visiting staff from other campuses deliver lectures, tutorials and other programs for students. In the following sections the programs offered at the campus are listed under the relevant faculties and schools. The names of contact people at the campus are provided for those seeking information about particular courses.