Paige turns to crime for a life in the lab
Like many school leavers, working out what she wanted to study at uni was a bit of a challenge for Paige Smith. She had a passion for all things science from a very young age, but where to start?
Preparing for Uni
It's a big deal making the change from high school to uni or getting back into study after a break. Learn about entry pathways, courses, scholarships, good study habits and handling the pressure.
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Course Finder
Course Finder articles
Look beyond the lectures when choosing uni courses
Been trawling uni websites wondering how to choose between courses with similar names? Here's an idea. Choose a university where studying a degree involves more than lectures and assignments.
Choose the culture and the course in deciding a university
Helping your daughter or son choose a university course can be tricky. Especially when multiple unis offer the same course. The answer is to look at what else is being offered.
How to figure out what course to study
It's OK if you don't know what you want to study. And the choice of uni courses can be a bit overwhelming. But here's a fun way to help you decide on courses, based on your career type.
How to avoid choosing the 'wrong' university course
Choosing a course that's 'right' for you is never easy. In some ways it's mission impossible unless you know exactly what you want to be after you graduate. But there are ways to avoid being stuck in a course you totally hate.
Entry Pathways
Entry Pathways articles
How to find your way into early childhood education
Highly qualified early childhood educators are in demand in Western Australia and across Australia. Ultimately, you'll need a uni degree, but a new diploma pathway can shorten the length of your university study.
How to get back into studying as a uni student
Had a few years in the workforce and wondering how you'd cope with study? You're not alone. But many people do it every year and universities know how to help them.
Work-life Balance
Work-life Balance articles
Janice wins big for academic excellence and study-life balance
Balancing your studies with life responsibilities like two kids is tough. But Janice Simons has a secret weapon – an amazing support network of family and friends who contributed to her university success.
How do you balance work and study with life?
It's a question many mature age students ask themselves when they're thinking about going back to study. We know it's possible. We've seen it done. And that includes some amazing single mums.
Scholarships
Scholarships articles
Talent doesn't guarantee a successful future. A little financial support helps
Being a WAAPA student is as intensive as it is exciting. But trying to fit part-time work into a schedule that includes hours of study, practise, rehearsals and performances is a challenge.
Create a bright future with a scholarship from ECU
Applying for a scholarship can be the first step towards your future career. Edith Cowan University (ECU) has a range of scholarships to help cover the costs associated with university, including textbooks, travel and other expenses.
Make your dream a reality with an ECU scholarship
ECU offer a range of scholarships that can be the first step towards your future. ECU scholarships help students access higher education and achieve their study goals by providing essential financial support.
Make a positive difference with a scholarship from ECU
Applying for a scholarship can be the first step towards building your dream career. ECU has a range of scholarships to help cover the costs associated with university, including course fees, textbooks, travel and other living expenses.
Study Tips
Study Tips articles
20 things parents should know about university study
If your child is the first in your family to start higher education, you've probably been grappling with the mysteries of universities. Here are 20 things to help you find your way.
How to get your head around uni assignments
University can be a mystery, especially if you haven't been studying for a while. But one thing you'll need to understand from day one is how to do uni assignments.
7 steps for planning a uni semester
Are you the planning type? If you're considering uni study sometime soon, it'll definitely help. And having a simple plan for your first or next semester is a great way to start.
How to plan your study week-by-week
Full-time study is like a job. You need to fit other weekly commitments around it. It'll never be perfect, but a week-by-week study plan is way better than no plan.
How to stop delaying the inevitable and get assignments done
It's called procrastination. Or avoidance. Whatever you want to call it, it's bad news if you're a uni student. But the good news is you can beat it. Here's how.
How to stay calm during exam time
We get it. Sitting Year 12 exams, or any exams really, can be intense. Who are these people talking to me about being calm? How is that even possible? Answer: it's possible, and you can do it.
Managing Stress
Managing Stress articles
What is stress and how do you manage it?
Stress is what happens to us emotionally, physically and psychologically when we're suddenly put under pressure by someone or something. But stress isn't all bad.
Smash your exam stress with foods that fuel your brain
Cramming to study can become all-consuming at exam time and nutrition can be the first to fall off your list of priorities. However, a healthy diet plays a vital role in achieving peak academic performance.