Step 4: The halfway point

Take a pause to review your progress and make sure you’re on track.

When should I do this step?

  • Semester students: Weeks 5–8 of your first semester
  • Term students: Weeks 3 and 4 of your first term

Take care of yourself while you study

Congratulations, you’re halfway through your first study period - assessments, late-night study sessions and life outside uni will no doubt be keeping you busy. If you’re feeling stressed or need some help, these free and confidential services can help you stay on track.

Reach out early – we’re here for you.

Student Wellbeing Connect

Student Wellbeing Connect

Find the right support for you. Student Wellbeing Connect can link you to services based on your unique needs.

Get connected

Mental Health and Counselling

Mental Health and Counselling

When study and life feels overwhelming, access free and confidential counselling to manage stress and keep moving forward.

Book an appointment

Accessibility

Accessibility

If you have a Learning Access Plan, take a moment to think about how you’re going. If you need changes or new adjustments contact us now to make sure you have the right  plan in place before your final assessments.

Check your adjustments

Student Advising

Student Advising

Not sure if you’re on track? Chat with a Student Advisor early for tips and support. They’re here to help you succeed and might reach out if they think you’d benefit from extra guidance.

Contact your advisor

Safer Community

Safer Community

Report any concerning, threatening, inappropriate or uncomfortable behaviour you’ve experienced or witnessed in class, on campus or online

Make a report

Financial Counselling

Financial Counselling

Get free financial counselling to help you manage your concerns and feel more in control.

Get in control

LGBTIQA+ Wellbeing

LGBTIQA+ Wellbeing

Connect with the LGBTIQA+ community at La Trobe or book a session with a dedicated queer counsellor experienced in supporting diverse sexualities and gender identities.

Meet your community

Indigenous Student Services

Indigenous Student Services

Access Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student support on campus and online. From free tutoring and academic help to having a yarn, they’re here to make your uni experience easier and more connected.

Reach out to the team

Student Legal Service

Student Legal Service

Access free, confidential legal advice early to prevent any issues you’re facing from becoming more serious.

Request legal advice

Stay connected

Uni is so much more than classes. Now that you’re settled in, see how you can connect with other students outside class.

Follow MyLaTrobe

Follow MyLaTrobe

Get study tips, events and opportunities straight to your Instagram feed.

Stay up to date

Join a club or society

Join a club or society

Explore your interests and connect beyond the classroom.

Find your community

Check the Student Events Calendar

Check the Student Events Calendar

See what’s happening on campus and online.

Discover upcoming events

Keep connected with your School and academics

Keep connected with your School and academics

Check your LMS forums for updates on guest lectures and events that your School might offer.

View school updates in LMS

Census date is soon – why it matters

What is Census date?

Census date is the last date you can withdraw from a subject without paying for it. You can still withdraw from subjects until the ‘last withdrawal without fail’ date, but you will need to pay for them.

Check key dates

Your next steps

New students guide

New students guide

Work through each step at your own pace. Missed one? No problem. You can always go back.

Browse steps

Step 5: Prepare for final assessments

Step 5: Prepare for final assessments

As classes wrap up, plan for final assessments, understand exams and get support if you need it.

Finish strong

Step 6: Reflect and plan what’s next

Step 6: Reflect and plan what’s next

After classes finish, celebrate your achievements and look ahead.

Explore your options