Now is the perfect time to select subjects for your next trimester. It's also a great opportunity to set up your schedule/routine for the coming months. If you would like some help with the process of selecting subjects, please feel free to join us in one of our Subject Selection 'How to Select Subjects' Workshops at the below times.
We have a great series of workshops each trimester to assist you with your study skills, course skills, and wellbeing
Click on the workshop title below to view the full details.
We’re excited to offer you online workshops to help develop essential study skills. These include time management, critical thinking, referencing and much more.
Check out the full schedule.
We’re excited to offer you online workshops to help keep you connected.
Check out the full schedule of workshops schedule for your course/area.
We are excited to offer our new International Students online drop in sessions to meet your International Student Advisors, along with other new students and to help keep you connected.
If you have any questions on overseas health cover, accommodation, Covid-19 welfare, student visa study requirements and anything that you are struggling with on your transition to Australia or University, please attend.
Compulsory registration through your Eventbrite invitation that has been email to the email address you provided us with on your enrolment. Any questions please email: intstudentadvisor@laureate.edu.au
All workshops are listed in Sydney time (AEST)
View the full schedule here.
Tune in for our daily virtual meditation session with our counsellors from across the nation. Take this time to introduce a little peace and calmness in your busy schedule to feel rejuvenated for the day ahead.
Check the daily meditation schedule at the Counselling page
We’re excited to offer you online workshops to help keep you connected.
Check out the full schedule of workshops schedule for your Study Success
We have a great series of workshops each trimester to assist you with your study skills, course skills, and wellbeing
Click on the workshop title below to view the full details.
Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat - Session Times |
Mondays (AEST Time) |
Tuesdays (AEST Time) |
Wednesdays (AEST Time) |
Thursdays (AEST Time) |
BOOK A 1HR ONE-ON-ONE SESSION (ALL SESSIONS, (AEST Time) | Book a Session |
BOOK IN FOR A GROUP SESSION Fridays: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm (activity sessions AEST Time) |
Book a Session |
To ensure you and your computer are ready to start in week 1, join this introductory workshop that will take you through the basic difference between each Abobe program and how to install them on your computer. You will also be introduced to LinkedIn Learning, where you will find useful video tutorials to help you with aspects of your assessments and module activities.
New for Trimester 3 2020!
Join us for Digital Media software workshops, facilitated by one of our design lecturers. These workshops are delivered online, so you can attend these sessions from anywhere!
This Trimester, we'll be running two workshops for Digital Media. Please ensure that you are logged in 10 minutes before the workshop starts.
Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects: Do you have questions about your projects in Adobe Premiere or After Effects? Are you having workflow issues? Can't seem to get the narrative flow working right? Every Wednesday at 10 am Andy will be answering questions and demonstrating best practice by working on real live video projects in this editing and VFX workshop. Come along and ask questions, show Andy your projects or just watch him using the software.
Maya and Houdini: Join this workshop and ... 1. Review and learn common 3D Workflows 2. Get help and support for any 3D, VFX related questions or difficulties. Click here for a schedule of what each week's Workshop will cover.
Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects Workshop |
Maya and Houdini Workshop |
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Wednesdays 10 am - 11 am Run by Andy Marsh |
Thursdays 10 am - 11 am Run by Ivan Kintar |
Interior Design Student Mentor Session
Are you a Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration or a Bachelor of Interior Design student needing help? Come to our weekly drop in sessions, beginning Week 6.
This is run by our Interior Design Student Mentor Sue Chen.
- drop-in help
- questions answered
- development of skills
- further support
Sessions are held every Thursday, 2pm - 4pm AEST
Please make sure to have your computer and mouse, and arrive 10 minutes early so the session can start on time.
This workshop runs online Tuesdays 1:30-2:30pm AEDT
This AutoCAD workshop is for Bachelor students who are taking (or have taken) the BID108A subject. Need help to make sure that you're using AutoCAD to industry standard? Bring your questions regarding AutoCAD to get some assistance so you can continue with your assessments. Students who are using AutoCAD for their following subjects' assessment projects are also welcome.
This workshop runs online Wednesdays from 11am-12pm AEDT
These workshops are for students taking (or have taken) the MSP102 subject.
Or if you are wanting to trouble shoot or strategise 3D modelling for assessments in following subjects, please bring your questions to the workshop.
Revit workshop runs Online Wednesdays from 7pm-8pm AEDT
These workshops should not be attended by any students that have not yet started learning how to use Revit. The workshops are aimed at assisting current Revit students and those using Revit with their assessments in other final year subjects (eg. IDR302A, IDC303A, IDC304A).
New for Trimester 3 2020!
Join us for our Game Design workshop, facilitated by one of our design lecturers. These workshops are delivered online, so you can attend these sessions from anywhere!
Having trouble with Substance, Maya or a game engine like Unity & Unreal? Need some pointers in getting the most from them to complete your Assessments or personal projects? Join us each week for an ad-hoc problem solving session! All questions and problems welcome.
Workshops will be held every Monday from 3 - 4 pm AEST and will be run by Danny McGillick. Please ensure that you are logged in 10 minutes before the session starts.
Are you brand new to SketchUp or looking to build upon your existing SketchUp Skills?
Need help to make sure that you're using SketchUp to industry standard? Having trouble using SketchUp for your assessments?
With this series you can become a 3D modelling Pro in no time at all. Over the 9 sessions we will start from the very basics and work our way through to intermediate and advanced skills by the end of the term.
The Online SketchUp workshops will be run by Greg Lawson and run from 4-5pm (Eastern Time) every Tuesday from Week 3 - Week 11 inclusive.
Are you studying the Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration and need help? Come to our weekly mentor sessions, beginning Week 3!
Run by one of our interior design lecturers, you'll receive:
Click on the button below to attend a session. Sessions are held every Monday, 3-5 p.m. AEST and will be run by Eliza Binney.
Please make sure you have your computer and mouse, and arrive 10 minutes early so the session can start on time.
Did you miss an online workshop? Check out the workshop recordings below :
You will need to download and install Collaborate Launcher before the session begins.
Watch this video for help getting started.
Please allow at least 15 minutes to get set up.
Tune in for our daily virtual meditation session with our counsellors from across the nation. Take this time to introduce a little peace and calmness in your busy schedule to feel rejuvenated for the day ahead.
Check the daily meditation schedule at the Counselling page
Online Campus Student Representative Council (SRC) is now recruiting for new members!
Applications will be open from today, Monday 9 November until Friday 11 December.
This is your chance to join a community within Torrens University Australia dedicated to the students. You will work closely with the campus team and your fellow classmates to organise campus-run events, both online and face to face! Be the voice for your peers and create a positive experience.
HOW TO APPLY?
The SRC recruitment process will look a little different for Trimester 1.
In order to apply, you will be required to seek a recommendation. This recommendation may come from one of your lecturers, your Success Coach, or even from a current SRC team member.
Follow these simple steps:
Have someone complete your recommendation form
Send us an email with a brief statement about why you want to join the SRC
Attach your completed form to the email and submit to onlinesrc@laureate.edu.au
Submit your application before
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. Interviews will be conducted in December (14 -18).
Blackboard Learn
First time users: Please complete the "Forgot your password?" flow (link on the Sign In page) to setup your new password
Blackboard Collaborate
Make sure you have your student email details set up for Office 365, as we'll soon be introducing our single-sign-on feature. This means you will have access to all your important student resources, all with one easy email login.
Please ensure that you're able to access your student email!
If you are logging in for the first time, please click here for set up instructions.
If you just need to reset your password, you can do that here: https://passwordreset.microsoftonline.com
If you haven't received these login details please send a request for your Office 365 to IT support with your name and student ID number: itservicedesk@laureate.net.au
Online learning is different to learning in a classroom, so its important you know the difference between all of the online platforms you will use throughout your studies. View Getting Started for everything you need to know about your online learning environment. We've also put together 10 Tips on how to succeed as an online student to help you get started!
Did you know that as an online student you can still request a Student ID card, and depending on which state you're located in and whether or not you are studying full-time, you may be entitled to various student concessions? Visit Getting Started for information on how to request your Student ID card today!
Just because your studying online, doesn't mean you can't visit us on campus. Check where your closest campus is located and pop in to use the Library, register to attend workshops, arrange to meet with your classmates or teachers, ask your Success Coach for help with job interviews or finding placements, or just find a comfy space to study. We get excited when our online students visit!
If you haven't set up your Office 365 Student Email yet you might be missing out on some important updates and class announcements so make sure you set it up straight away!
It's also your login to be able to use the Student App, as well as being necessary for the WiFi and printing services if you visit us on Campus.
You should have received an email with login instructions. If you haven't received your login details, please send a request for your Office 365 to IT support with your name and student ID number: itservicedesk@laureate.net.au
We host Virtual Orientation sessions for our online students each trimester.
Virtual Orientation is an online interactive broadcast for you to learn about student support and expectations in a fun and face-paced environment. Join us to:
Jump online here and register to view our most recent Virtual Orientation 'on demand'.
Did you know that online students are welcome to use any of our campuses? You can pop in to use the Library, register to attend workshops, arrange to meet with your classmates or teachers, ask your Success Coach for help with job interviews or finding placements, or just find a comfy space to study.
Some of our campuses are home to all courses, and others are specific to one faculty. See below for more information:
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South Australia |
All faculties |
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Victoria |
Business, Design, Education, Health (Nursing), Hospitality |
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Health (Health Science) |
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New South Wales |
Sydney – Kent St |
Business (PG), English, Health (Nursing) |
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Business (UG), Hospitality (William Blue) |
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Health (Health Science and Nursing) |
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Sydney – Town Hall |
Hospitality (Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School) |
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Design |
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Blue Mountains – Leura |
Hospitality (Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School) |
Queensland |
All faculties |
Whatever course you’re enrolled in, you can contact us directly here:
You are also very welcome to visit Student Services at the campus that’s home to your course (see above).
Computer hardware |
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Internet |
A reliable, high-speed broadband internet connection, with sufficient upload and download capacity. Contact your internet service provider if you have concerns about your data allowance or internet speed. |
Web browser | The recommended web browser to access Blackboard (your Learning Portal) is Firefox, in addition some audio PowerPoints will require Google Chrome. |
Software |
Office software to create documents, spreadsheets and presentations. Office 365 is available as a free download as part of your student account. There may also be software required for your specific course. Your Learning Facilitator will advise you of this when you start studying. |
Find out how to get help with Blackboard here.
For troubleshooting please email itservicedesk@think.edu.au or contact Student Services.
Our expert teams are on hand to help you achieve success in your studies and beyond. Follow the links below and find out more on how you can book time with the team and how they can help:
As a Torrens University student you have free access to Studiosity, your on-demand academic literacy support service available 24/7.
Connect with Studiosity's team of specialists live via the chat function, or submit your assessment draft for writing feedback to help you feel confident in your studies
Start using Studiosity via Blackboard today.
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