Study tips
What makes a good study buddy
Sometimes, it can feel isolating to study alone. That’s where a study buddy can come in handy to keep you motivated in achieving your study goals. Having a study buddy on deck is also a great way to make new friends. We asked five CDU students what makes a good study buddy:
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Civil engineering success
Are you thinking of studying engineering, but unsure about what’s involved or nervous about the challenges ahead? The fear of being defeated played as a key motivator for Sky McFarlane in completing her Bachelor of Civil Engineering.
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What do my grades mean?
Your exam results are finally in! You are probably wondering what to do now or what do your grades mean? Here's a quick guide...
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How I tackled my biggest study challenge
Studying at university can be the incredibly rewarding path to achieving your biggest career and lifestyle goals. But it's not always smooth sailing! Check out some of our students' biggest study challenges and how they're overcoming them.
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Forging your career path through study: Talal's experience
When you’re mapping a path to achieve your career goals, you’ll likely be looking at a university and a degree that can help you land a full-time job pretty quickly after graduation. But what if you could accelerate things a bit?
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A subsidy to study: an introduction to HECS‑HELP
Concerned about the cost of studying? Here’s what you need to know about getting a subsidy on your fees and minimising upfront costs.
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Clever ways to complete your degree sooner
While education certainly isn’t about racing to the finish line, if you feel like graduation is a lifetime away because you’re studying part-time or if you just can’t wait to leap into your new career, we’ve got a few ways you can finish your studies sooner.
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Stop digital burnout in its tracks
Communications technology, such as computers, smartphones and tablets are a necessary part of university student life. It’s our digital footprints on online learning management systems, social media, email and other digital communications platforms that allow us to live two lives: one in person and one online.
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Chantal's organisation hacks for uni
Adjusting to the pace of uni study can be difficult, particularly if you’ve taken time out for a gap year, to start your career, or to raise a family. Being disorganised can be a deal-breaker for uni success, but it doesn’t come naturally to all of us.
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