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Coronavirus (COVID-19) - University of Newcastle advice

At the University of Newcastle, students are at the heart of all that we do. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic we have a range of information and resources available for all students.

For the most up-to-date information and FAQs about the University’s response to the evolving nature of COVID-19, visit our dedicated website.

If you’re a student looking for support and resources for studying during the changes brought on by COVID-19 (including studying from home), visit the Uni @ home page.

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Get the program advice you need, including how to change your degree, full-time and part-time study requirements, and what to do if you want to take a break from study or when you've almost finished your degree.

Study options

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Enrolment

All the info on how and when to enrol, as well as details on changing your enrolment, applying for credit and studying in the summer and winter terms.

Fees and scholarships

Important info about fee due dates, types of tuition, how to pay, plus ways to access financial assistance including scholarships, and details on additional study costs.

Assessments and exams

Access timetables, assignment help and result info. You can also apply for adverse circumstances and learn more about Academic Integrity.

Graduation

Check out the steps to graduating and everything you'll need for your ceremony, accessing your graduation documents, and some info about life beyond uni.

Workshops and events

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Upcoming dates

Mar 5th	Semester 1 - Last day to add a course through myHub without approval
Mar 19th	Semester 1 - Census date Last day to withdraw or drop a course without financial penalty.
Apr 2nd	Semester 1 - Recess April 2nd - April 16th
Apr 16th	Trimester 1 - Concludes
Apr 19th	Trimester 1 – Examinations April 19th - April 23rd
Apr 19th	Semester 1 - Resumes
May 7th	Trimester 1 - Results released Fully graded date
May 10th	Trimester 2 - Commences
May 21st	Trimester 2 - Last day to add a course through myHub without approval
Jun 4th	Trimester 2 - Census date Last day to withdraw or drop a course without financial penalty.
Jun 4th	Semester 1 - Concludes Last day to drop a course without academic penalty
Jun 7th	Semester 1 – Formal Examinations June 7th - June 19th (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)
Jun 12th	Semester 1 – Formal Examinations June 12th - June 17th (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)
Jun 14th	Winter Term - Commences Last day to add a course through MyHub without approval
Jun 25th	Winter Term - Census date Last day to withdraw or drop a course without financial penalty
Jul 2nd	Semester 1 - Results released Fully Graded Date (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)
Jul 9th	Winter Term - Concludes Last day to withdraw without academic penalty. Subject to change.
Jul 16th	Winter Term - Results released Fully graded date. Subject to change.
Jul 19th	Semester 2 - Commences
Jul 30th	Semester 2 - Last day to add a course through myHub without approval
Jul 30th	Trimester 2 - Concludes Last day to drop a course without academic penalty
Aug 2nd	Trimester 2 - Examinations August 2nd - August 6th
Aug 13th	Semester 2 - Census date Last day to withdraw or drop a course without financial penalty.
Aug 20th	Trimester 2 - Results released Fully graded date
Aug 23rd	Trimester 3 - Commences
Sep 3rd	Trimester 3 - Last day to add a course through myHub without approval
Sep 17th	Trimester 3 - Census date Last day to withdraw or drop a course without financial penalty.
Sep 20th	Semester 2 - Recess September 20th - October 4th
Oct 5th	Semester 2 - Resumes
Oct 29th	Semester 2 - Concludes Last day to drop a course without academic penalty
Nov 1st	Semester 2 - Examinations November 1st - November 13th
Nov 12th	Trimester 3 - Concludes Last day to drop a course without academic penalty
Nov 15th	Trimester 3 - Examinations November 15th - November 19th
Nov 26th	Semester 2 - Results released Fully graded date
Dec 1st	Trimester 3 - Results released Fully graded date

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PASS timetables

Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) provide a platform for you to compare notes, discuss difficult concepts and review weekly material with other students.

The PASS timetables for both face-to-face and Online Interactive Sessions can be found below.

Callaghan campus (PDF, 167.4 KB)
Central Coast campus (Ourimbah) (PDF, 92.6 KB)
Port Macquarie campus (PDF, 515.1 KB)
Newcastle City campus (PDF, 113.5 KB)

You can also view session times by logging in to UONline (Blackboard) and selecting 'Online PASS' from the 'My Other Sites' list.

Find out more about PASS

Library

Visit the library site for info on workshops, opening hours, booking a study space and borrowing help.

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Student Progress Advisors

Need help with your degree? Student Progress Advisors provide advice and support throughout your studies.

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