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Plan your program
Before you enrol you need to understand the requirements of your program of study.
This helps you plan out which courses to study and when, as well as drafting your class timetable each term.
Work through each section below to ensure you are fully prepared to enrol.
Make sure you have:
- Accepted your offer
- Activated your student account
- Completed your to-do list in myHub.
Next steps
Program planner
Before enrolling, take some time to plan your program in Program Planner.
You can find a recommended enrolment pathway for your program, helping you understand what courses to take and when, and help you track your progress throughout your studies.
Your course choices in Program Planner will also automatically populate in the Enrolments tool, making the selection process much easier when you are ready to enrol in courses.
Program Handbook
Check your Program Handbook to get familiar with the specific requirements of your program, including selecting a major (if applicable).
Plan your timetable
Before you plan your timetable, make sure you’ve looked at your Program Handbook and Program Plan and know which courses you need to enrol in for your first term of study.
Use the web timetable to search for your course times and forward plan your schedule. Visit ‘How to use the Web Timetable’ for a guide on how to do this.
Attendance requirements
80% attendance is required at all learning sessions, with the exception of whole-class lectures, for all students in 1000 level courses. Visit our attendance requirements to learn more.
Familiarise yourself with key university terms
When commencing University, you may come across unfamiliar terms. Our guide of explanations can help you.
Health verification requirements
A range of allied health degrees require students to have NSW Health Verification before being allowed to go on placement. It’s important to familiarise yourself with Clinical Placements and the NSW Health Verification process, including the specific requirements for your degree. Verification can take up to 6 months, so start the process early.
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