The Fitzroy campus is home to Think Education, and Torrens University Australia.
Fitzroy campus information
Campus opening hours
Updated: Monday 4 January 2021
The Fitzroy campus will be open, for Student Services support and scheduled Summer School classes and exams only, from Wednesday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm for the next four weeks (dependent on government health advice). There will be no access to the library or printing services during this time. After that we will be open as per usual.
The Practice Wellbeing Centre at Fitzroy will be open as per normal.
Please check the Fitzroy campus page for specific information.
We ask that you adhere to the established Covid safety guidelines whilst on Campus.
All student enquiries will also be serviced via phone and email. Please call us on 03 9415 3333 or email us at sservices@laureate.edu.au
Building 25Monday & Tuesday Wednesday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm Saturday & Sunday |
Building 21Monday to Friday Saturday & Sunday |
Student Services hours
Please note that whilst we endeavour to support our state government in the control and management of emerging Covid clusters, the Fitzroy campus is temporarily closed for general access. Access is permitted to the campus for students who have scheduled Summer School classes.
We ask that you adhere to the established Covid safety guidelines whilst on Campus.
All student enquiries will be serviced via phone and email. Please call us on 03 9415 3333 or email us at sservices@laureate.edu.au
Teaching weeks
| Day | Opening | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 8.00am |
5.00pm |
| Friday | 8.00am | 5.00pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | Closed |
Non-teaching weeks*
| Day | Opening | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 8.00am | 5.00pm |
| Friday | 8.00am | 5.00pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | Closed |
* These times are subject to change
Check the Library page for opening hours
Check the Think Wellbeing Centre page for opening hours
Getting to campus
The campus is readily accessible by car, but we encourage you to travel by bike or public transport.
Driving to campus
Driving is not recommended as a means of transport unless you have no other option. Besides the parking issues, we try to be as green and environmentally aware as we can here at Fitzroy Campus as a reflection of our holistic approach.
| On-street parking |
Two-hour free parking is available outside the building. However, much of Victoria Street parking is reserved for local residents. Parking inspectors are very vigilant in this area and you will more than likely be fined if you park for longer than the allowed time. |
| Commercial parking |
All-day parking is available at Melbourne Museum on Nicholson Street. Check the Museum site for rates. Coles Supermarket on Johnston Street (entry via Argyle Street). This car park is operated by Carepark.Please 75 Rose Street - operated by Greenco Parking, this car park offers reasonable hourly and daily rates. |
Public transport
Check PTV for train, tram and bus timetables, or to download public transport apps.YarraTrams also has timely tram info.
Public transport concession is available for full-time students. Download the concession application from the PTV site.
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Parliament Station is a 15-minute walk or short tram ride away. |
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Route 11 - West Preston to Victoria Harbour Docklands, via Brunswick Street Fitzroy. Route 96 - East Brunswick to St Kilda Beach, via Nicholson Street. |
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Route 200 (City Queen St to Bulleen) and Route 207 (City to Doncaster Shoppingtown) travel along Johnston Street, one street back from Victoria Street. Get off at Brunswick Street stop. |
Biking
Bike racks are available for those people that wish to cycle to the campus. Remember to bring your own bike lock. More information and to plan your bicycle journey.
There are hundreds of bike paths throughout Victoria. More information on bike paths and rail trails can be found at bikepaths.com.au or railtrails.org.au
Throughout your studies you may find you need IT assistance. IT services are able to assist you with basic network access such as connecting to Wi-Fi or how to use printing facilities.
Accessing the internet
Campus WiFi connection details:
- Wireless name: ThinkWireless
- Password: thinkb81
There are student PCs available in the Student Services lounge and in the library.
Printing, scanning and copying
For study related printing, scanning and copying, please visit the Library in Building 35.
Troubleshooting or questions?
For troubleshooting please email itservicedesk@think.edu.au or contact Student Services.
Locker hire
Lockers are available for hire on campus. All money from locker hire goes to your SRC.
Locker Hire rates and forms are available at Student Services
Safety information
Safety on campus
Like most inner city areas, Fitzroy presents a range of challenges so we recommend the following approaches:
- Avoid being on Campus alone at night
- Travel with a colleague or in a group
- Be alert and aware of your surroundings
- Avoid dark, vacant or deserted areas; use well-lit, well-travelled routes
- If your car is in the car park and you know you will be leaving after dark, try move your car to a safer place earlier in the day
If you sense you are in trouble:
- Move away from the potential threat if possible
- Join any group of people nearby; cross the street and increase your pace
- If a threatening situation is imminent yell, scream or make a commotion in any way you can to get their attention
- Go to an open business
- Call the Police on 000 from a safe location
- Make sure you let your manager know if an incident happens. We work closely with, and under the guidance of, the local police to try and ensure we take all reasonable steps to reduce risk and promote safety.
First Aid
There are first aid kits in every building on campus. Look for the green cross first aid signs.
We also have a number of staff on campus who are trained in first aid. If you come across an incident requiring first aid, please contact your nearest staff member.
Emergencies
In an emergency evacuation, don’t panic! Emergency and evacuation posters are on display in every building.
At all times during an emergency follow the instructions of the Building and Area Wardens.
If the evacuation alarm sounds, or if instructed to do so by a Warden, leave the building by the nearest and safest exit route.
If possible take hand held personal belongings (such as handbags and briefcases) with you when you leave. Do not return to collect belongings.
Walk quickly and calmly to the designated assembly area for your building or as advised by a Warden or Fire and Emergency Services personnel.
Triple Zero: Police, Fire & Ambulance
Phone:000
In an emergency, call 000 and ask for the service you require. They will respond as appropriate.
Non-Emergency Police, Fitzroy Station
Phone:03 9934 6400
Poisons Information Centre
Phone:131 126
The Australian Poison Information Centres provide toxicological advice on the management of exposures to prescription and non-prescription pharmaceuticals, household and industrial chemicals, plants, animal envenomations, pesticides and other agricultural products.
Non-Occupational Post Exposure Prophylaxis (NPEP):24 hour hotline
Phone:1800 889 887
Information about risk of infection from needles.
Yarra Syringe Disposal Hotline
If you find a discarded syringe on/near campus, do not attempt to remove it. Contact the disposal hotline immediately or notify campus staff to contact them.
Phone: 9417 5125 (24 hours, seven days a week) or atYarraSyringe.Disposal@cohealth.org.au
Mental Health Support
Find out aboutcounselling, support and mental health services.
Work health and safety
What is a hazard?
A hazard is anything in the workplace that has the potential to harm people. Hazards can include objects in the workplace, such as machinery, dangerous chemicals or liquid spillage.
If you see a hazard please remove it if safe to do so or contact campus staff to attend to the hazard.
Reporting an incident
An incident is any situation that unexpectedly arises in the workplace which has the potential to cause injury, damage or harm.
An accident is actually an incident that resulted in someone being injured or damage being done to property.
If there is an incident or accident on campus, please report it to campus staff immediately.
Footwear on campus
Please remember that for WH&S purposes:
- Bare feet are not acceptable under any circumstances. The only exception is if it is required as part of teaching and authorised by your lecturer.
- If you see any someone not wearing shoes, please introduce yourself and ask them to put their shoes back on.
- Anyone who do not have shoes with them may be sent home.
- Open toed shoes are not permitted in the clinic, in the herbal manufacturing lab (T3) where there are knives and hot substances, or in any space where needling takes place (M5). Students will not be permitted to take part in the class if they are not wearing appropriate footwear.
- In all other areas, open toed shoes are permitted but not recommended.
Location
Where are we?
21-45 Victoria Street
Fitzroy VIC 3065
When on campus...
- Carry your student ID card at all times.
- Do not use frayed or broken chargers for your mobile devices or laptops - chargers are available in the Library to borrow.
- No bare feet - unless required as part of a practical class.
- No smoking near the buildings. Dispose of any cigarette butts safely.
- Respect our neighbours, both business and residential.
- Respect your fellow students and staff - they are your current and future professional colleagues.
Local discounts
Firm N Fold
440 SMITH STREET COLLINGWOOD
VIC 3066
Firm N Fold offer students a 15% discount and staff get 20%. Just provide proof of employment / student enrolment.
Industry Beans
3/62 Rose Street Fitzroy, VIC 3065
click here for Google Maps
+61 3 9417 1034
fitzroy@industrybeans.com
Weekdays 7am - 4pm
Weekends 8am - 4pm
Download the loyalty app (App Store or Google Play) to earn points and get a discount on coffee and food.
Perfect Potion
237 Brunswick St, Fitzroy
03 9445 0853
10% discount for students and staff. Show your ID card when purchasing (conditions may apply).
The Source Bulk Foods
202 Smith St, Collingwood
SSNT students get a 10% discount on Thursdays (upon showing their ID card)
The Vegetable Connection
255 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy
03 9417 2788
Great fruit, veg, juices and tasty food. The Vege Connection offer 10% discount on Tuesdays (minimum spend of $10) upon showing your student or staff ID card (conditions may apply).
