The University of Newcastle Information Day

Wednesday 6 September 2006

Have you ever thought you would like to go to University, but you're not sure what is required, if you could manage it, and even if you would be eligible?

Here is your chance to find out! These and many more questions can be answered at the University of Newcastle's Information Day, to be held this Saturday, 9 September from 10am until 3pm in the Great Hall.

The University's Student Recruitment Coordinator Julia Rolph said it was a great time to find out information about studying at University.

"The closing date for applications through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) is 29 September," she said.

"This Saturday is the ideal chance to speak to advisers, lecturers and current students to find out what Uni is really like and to check out the degree programs available.

"Families can also learn about life at the University with a special presentation for parents and tours of the accommodation facilities, labs, art gallery, library, sporting facilities and much more.

"Come along and see the NUbots, our robotic dogs who recently won the Four-Legged league of the World RoboCup competition in Germany.

"The day is also a great opportunity for TAFE students to find out how their TAFE studies can enable progression to University degrees.

"If you're considering postgraduate study, there will be a presentation of postgraduate options including online offerings from gradschool.com."

Student guides will be on hand to show visitors around the campus. There will be presentations, performances, live music, demonstrations, fine art displays and much more, including a chance to win an iPod.

Picture opportunities: Saturday 9 September across the Callaghan campus.

Media contact: Julia Rolph on 02 4921 5473 or 0428 978 942