2018 Live Here, Study Here by The University of Newcastle

LIVE HERE, STUDY HERE

STUDENT LIVING CALLAGHAN CAMPUS

HEAR MORE ABOUT ON-CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION NEWCASTLE.EDU.AU/ACCOMMODATION

A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE "Once I decided to do my degree at UON, living on-campus for me was a no-brainer. I’ve now been here for three years and it’s been the best decision. I’m originally from Tasmania and I had always wanted to venture further afield for uni. During my gap year, a friend who had grown up in Newcastle suggested UON and living on-campus. Once I started doing some research I was really impressed with the range of different accommodation styles available, the convenience and the coastal vibe which were probably the biggest factors in helping me decide. Since this was my first time living away from home, I also really wanted a safe environment that would give me the greatest chance of meeting new people. What’s kept me coming back each year though is that inclusive community, that sense of belonging to something and the staff who genuinely care about your wellbeing. Plus, getting to class is super easy and all my living expenses are included so it’s just one less thing to worry about. Newcastle is an awesome place to live too — it’s not overly busy, but it’s busy enough. I am really passionate about helping others and my goal is eventually to practice law. The leadership training and personal development program and opportunities that I’ve been involved with at Student Living, as an Events Officer and a Residential Mentor, have really helped me grow and given me invaluable experience in a variety of situations. I’ll definitely be taking those skills with me into my career. The best thing about living here though? It’s got to be the friends you make and the experiences you have with them – there’s nothing else like it."

Lauren Combined Business and Law degree Hometown - Launceston Tasmania

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MAKE OUR CAMPUS YOUR NEW HOME Living on-campus at the University of Newcastle offers a distinctive opportunity to be part of something bigger. Here you’ll form life-long friendships, create the stories you’ll tell for years to come and achieve in a supportive and diverse community. When you live with us, you become part of the greater Student Living family. With inclusions like 24/7 on-campus security, a leading ResLife program, academic support and a dynamic, passionate team dedicated to making your transition to uni as smooth as possible all in your weekly room rate, you won't want to live anywhere else! With fantastic student-centred study and common areas, indoor and outdoor social spaces, great sporting facilities, life on-campus is more than just a room. Our range of accommodation is for undergraduates, postgraduates and students with special needs and all within walking distance to classes at Callaghan or 20 minutes via free express shuttle to our City campus. Student Living is convenient, fun and the perfect choice!

BEST IN AUSTRALASIA Awarded 2017 Housing Operator of the Year and 2016 Excellence in Student Experience by the Asia Pacific Association for Student Housing.

ACADEMICALLY FOCUSED With dedicated Academic Mentors, study sessions and course work support, it’s no wonder that 1 in 5 residents receive a distinction average or above.

CULTURALLY DIVERSE 56 countries are represented in our 1800 residents, so you’ll be sure to connect with people from all over the world.

CUSTOMISE YOUR EXPERIENCE Design your own lifestyle by choosing from gender, post-graduate, lifestyle and general areas to find the right Living Environment to suit you best.

SAFE AND SECURE Your safety is our number one priority. We’ve got you covered with 24/7 security, CCTV, key and swipe card access and a campus security shuttle to get you to and from class.

WE’RE MOBILE You’ll find everything in our app! Our team, upcoming events, the residential program and what to expect when you live on-campus. Download it now at guidebook.com/app/uonliving

Whether you’re from across Australia or around the globe, Student Living is the ultimate residential experience — but if you never come, you’ll never know!

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WHERE CAN I LIVE?

TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR AND FIND THE RIGHT RESIDENCE FOR YOU YOUTUBE.COM/UONSTUDENTLIVING

Prefer living on your own or with a friend? Or do you want to live with a group of people sharing facilities like a kitchen and bathroom? Living at UON means you’re spoilt for choice. Before making a decision consider what type of accommodation experience is important to you!

NORTH, SOUTH, EAST AND WEST RESIDENCES These four multi-storey residential buildings offer student living in a variety of configurations. As our newest residences, each tower is forging their own special traditions and unique communities.

ROOM TYPES • Studio single room • 1 bedroom apartment • 2 bedroom apartment • 5 or 6 bedroom shared apartment

WHAT ELSE • Self-catered • High speed wi-fi internet • Study and recreation areas • Laundry facilities • Outdoor social spaces and barbecue areas • Music room • Movie room

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WHERE CAN I LIVE?

TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR AND FIND THE RIGHT RESIDENCE FOR YOU YOUTUBE.COM/UONSTUDENTLIVING

EVATT HOUSE

INTERNATIONAL HOUSE EDWARDS HALL

BARAHINEBAN

Evatt House is a home away from home for students that want to live independently in a friendly and social community. Following their motto ‘carpe diem’, Evatt House residents seize every opportunity thrown their way.

International House (IH) is a unique residential community which promotes respect, participation and community spirit. IH welcomes residents from all over Australia and the world.

Barahineban may the smallest Callaghan residence, but it has a lot of heart. Built around a central courtyard with accompanying shared spaces, Bara residents have a unique living experience in a close-knit community.

ROOM TYPES

• Standard single room

• Self-contained flat

Edwards Hall, or ‘Teds’ as it is known by residents, is the oldest residence at UON with a vibrant history and proud traditions. Known for their competitive edge, Teds residents form strong bonds in a spirited community.

ROOM TYPES • Single room (self-catered)

ROOM TYPE • Studio room in twin share or single occupancy

• Standard single room (catered)

WHAT ELSE?

• Cutler North single room

WHAT ELSE?

• Self-catered

WHAT ELSE?

• Semi-catered

• Self-catered

• High speed wi-fi internet

• Study and recreation areas

• High speed wi-fi internet

• Study and common rooms

• Study and recreation spaces

• Laundry facilities

• Study and recreation spaces

• Laundry facilities

• Heating

• Laundry facilities

• Air conditioned

• Barbecue areas

• Dining Hall

• Barbeque areas

• Bushland courtyard

• Swimming pool

• Mobility access

• High speed wi-fi internet

Want to know exactly what’s included in each residence? See all the room types, inclusions and weekly room rates in the Living at Callaghan section of the app!

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WE CREATE COMMUNITY FOSTERING COMMUNITY, CELEBRATING DIVERSITY Like you our residents are all unique and under the guidance of our dedicated Residential Leadership team, you’ll be getting to know your new neighbours in no time at all. Right from your first day on-campus Student Living facilitates a whole range of orientation activities that will familiarise you with your new home and introduce you to your fellow residents. Our Residential Leaders also work closely with our Student Living Support Team implementing a broad range of social activities to build an inclusive and respectful on-campus environment. We think our

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Residential Leaders are pretty awesome and you can read their profiles in the Residential Leaders section of the app. We know how important it is to maintain a good work/life balance as you navigate uni life. With inclusions like our ResHealth program we're here to support your physical and mental wellbeing as you adjust to your new home. Take advantage of weekly yoga and group fitness sessions as well as the chill out zones during exams and you'll be on top of your game at all times!

You're at uni for a reason and we want you to succeed. We're here to support your studies all year round with academic support groups and one-on-one study sessions. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to make a difference through charitable projects involving some incredible organisations. In fact, our resident community volunteered 300 hours and raised almost $50,000 in 2016. Friendly rivalry is displayed in full force through our ResChallenge competition where there's an event for everyone! Our residents are fiercely proud of where they live and participating in this intercollegiate competition gives them the perfect chance to showcase their community spirit, diversity, athletic ability, artisitic and musical talent and science and engineering capabilities.

DEVELOPING TOMORROW’S LEADERS Being a resident at UON also means you can tap into exclusive opportunities to build your personal skills and enhance your employability. We want all of our residents to succeed in their future careers after Uni. So with this goal in mind, we created the Future Leaders program to support residents at the beginning of their professional journeys by improving professional capabilities and life skills for the future. Want to find out more about what we do and what’s on? Head to the Reslife Program section of the app.

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MAKE TODAY COUNT

TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT NEWCASTLE VISIT THE LOCAL INFO SECTION OF THE APP

Voted as one of Lonely Planet’s Top 10 Cities, Newcastle is a favourite for its relaxed coastal lifestyle, diverse nightlife and award-winning dining and arts culture. Located just 20 minutes from Callaghan, the city of Newcastle boasts three coastal baths, a thriving small bar scene and a stack of local Australian designers. Smaller than Sydney, Newcastle is a favourite for residents in search of a city vibe that isn’t overwhelming. The people are friendly, the beaches are picture perfect and the coffee culture is taken seriously. Living in Newcastle means that you’re never bored. With accessible public transport to take you from eclectic markets, chilled out cafes and stunning beaches to sun-filled days in Port Stephens and delicious trips to the Hunter Valley, you’ll never have to worry about finding things to do. Want to have a little retail therapy? Along with multiple retail options on-campus, Westfield Kotara and Charlestown Square are only a short trip by bus or car from UON. A free shuttle bus also runs every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday to Stockland Jesmond for residents to pick up groceries or to grab a meal at the many eateries. With everything right at your fingertips, it’s no wonder our residents keep coming back year after year.

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CONVENIENCE ALWAYS GETTING AROUND

BANKS

CAFÉS AND BARS

There are two banks on-campus, the Newcastle Permanent Building Society and the Commonwealth Bank.

We have a wide range of cafes, food outlets and bars across our Callaghan and Newcastle City campuses. So whether you're looking for a Boost Juice or a place to catch up with friends for a bite to eat, we've got plenty of options for you. We’ve also got a Café right in the accommodation precinct for healthy snacks and lunches.

MEDICAL CENTRE The medical centre is located on-campus and is open to university staff and students. Patients covered by Medicare are bulk-billed.

PHARMACY At UON we aim to make transport on and off campus as simple as possible. Our campuses are safe and accessible with environmentally friendly transport options that keep you well-connected.

EXPRESS CITY SHUTTLE Studying at our Newcastle City campus? No problem! Our free express shuttle connects residents to the city and runs at 30-minute intervals during core teaching periods, including exam periods. There are two pick up points including one just 2 minutes from the accommodation precinct!

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CAMPUS SHUTTLE

DRIVING/PARKING

A free continuous loop shuttle bus service operates throughout semester with a security pick-up available after-hours.

Callaghan campus has almost 1000 spaces across three carparks available to residents with residential parking permits.

SHOPPING SHUTTLE

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

A free bus runs every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday to the local shopping centre — Stockland Jesmond.

The Callaghan campus has a train station (Warabrook) and multiple bus stops located within a 10 minute walk to the accommodation precinct.

BIKE STORAGE There are bike racks at each residence and a number of bike storage spaces available across campus, including one located in the accommodation precinct that is exclusive for residents.

There is a pharmacy located on-campus that offers fast dispensing of PBS prescriptions. The pharmacy also offers free prescription delivery to residents.

BOOK SHOPS The Co-Op offers student textbooks, fiction and non-fiction books and is open to all residents.

NEWSAGENCY/ POST OFFICE The Callaghan Newsagency in the Shortland Building has a range of newspapers as well as Australia Post.

AUSTRALIA POST PARCEL LOCKERS

CYCLING AND BIKE HUBS Shared paths make cycling around campus easy. Bike hubs with showers and secure storage are available across the campus.

GYM AND AQUATIC CENTRE Our on-campus gym 'The Forum' has an indoor pool, cardio and strength training zones, rock-climbing wall, cycle zone, group fitness classes and multi-purpose courts.

SWIMMING POOLS Student Living boasts two swimming pools within the accommodation precinct that are open to all residents.

To recieve mail 24/7, residents can register for an Australia Post Parcel Locker located just outside the West Tower.

WALK There are plenty of walking paths around campus that will get you to and from your residence. Each residence is only a short walk from classes.

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HOW TO APPLY Our residences are a popular choice for UON students. It is recommended to apply before you receive your study option if possible.

Visit the Student Living Accommodation Portal newcastle.edu.au/accommodationportal

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Have a recent headshot photo ready to upload.

*Please ensure your photo is clear, with head and shoulders only (similar to a passport) and only includes yourself.

Have a valid Visa or MasterCard (credit or debit).

*This is for payment of the $100 non-refundable processing fee.

Choose your room and/or residence preference.

If you are studying at Callaghan please do not select Blue Gum House as a preference.

Submit your application.

APPLICATIONS FOR NEW RESIDENTS OPEN OCTOBER, 2017!

Email: uonstudentliving@newcastle.edu.au

Phone: +61 2 4913 8888

CRICOS Provider 00109J

Keep an eye on our website, social media and the Student Living app for confirmed dates.