Considered change for other reasons
would like to be offered to do some by correspondence through newcastle as it is sometimes hard to find the time to attend when doing full time work
may or may not leave depending on postgraduate opportunities that the University may offer next year.
Yes, to reduce workload ( I work full time)
For honours course, as for communications in advertising there are only a select few which offer it.
Change in study field/elite sports training
Yes, to take a break and reconsider my options
To do a post-grad degree which isn't offered here.
yes to participate in a course not offered.
struggle to find time to study effectively and work for money
this university is more than adequite for my education at the present
Yes because QUT has degrees for events management....
Did not enjoy the course and so switched courses within the university
had personal issues towards the start of the year, but now im settled into univeristy life and am staying
Yes, because I do not agree with the First Year Medical Entry system at this University

Best aspects
Some very good lectures that makes lectures much more interesting and enjoyable
Relates coursework to practical applications e.g. lab work
Smaller classes - tutors can spend more time with each student.
There are some great lecturers who help with everything
The online side of the university is very good for the External students like myself and this makes things easier.
Most of the tutors I've had are very willing to help you, even in their own time and this encourage us to engage with them. MOST lectures are interesting and helpful.
They shall make a summer course for engineering student...
The university encourages us to think for ourselves. To look at situations in an objective manner and way up different arguments. We have been taught to look at things from other peoples' perspectives and act ethically and responsibly.
Its very practical and has a perfect mix of the real world knowledge and group work.
-very focused on practical work and career options
teachers are happy and enthusiastic about teaching
charismatic lecturers relevant to real world subversive respects individuality challenging and fulfilling
Extremely challenging and requires students to learn predominantly by themselves. Allows independent learning and separates the serious students from the ones that don't really care.
The relevant information that is given out about subjects, and all the extra help that is available if the student chooses to utilise it.
Staff are very helpful. Staff encourage students to be thinkers. Field trips and hands on learning.
Community development within the class. The number of industry personnel that make up the teaching staff
The small classes help to engage the students, as there is more one on one time with lecturers and tutors.
Most teaching staff are very friendly and supportive.
The use of online discussion boards and teaching forums is great for engaging students in learning as many students do not have the time to spend on campus, and because teaching staff are often not available for consultation.
* Small tutorials where there is more interaction with tutors * Great online help services for information and resources * Proactive about our future careers as teachers and what we need to know before going out into the 'real world'.
Fantastic lecturers who are really excited by the subjects they are teaching, challenging assignments which allow us to demonstrate the depth of our knowledge and bring together many aspects of our learning.
Some of the online parts were excellent and fascinating
getting to know everyone within your class
After completing an exchange year in Bangkok, I have come to appreciate the comparatively high level of importance that is place on critical analysis skills at the University of Adelaide, and the enormous benefits that enhancing a person's critical analysis can give in all aspects of their life.
constant email contact of the extra seminars and quest speakers attending uni
Great lecturers. Relevant course material. Group work. Links to sources of further information.
Most of the staff are very welcoming and will assist you outside of lesson time.
provide muck help to me well communication high quality of education
the strict acadamic rules and reputation of the courses
the technology in the classrooms, computers with projectors etc.
The university itself doesn't do anything to engage students. It provides piss poor IT services in particular, SERIOUSLY under par support for people who don't really know what they're doing. Victoria wants your money and nothing else. On the other hand, the School of Biological Sciences is amazing, provides all the support it can, has truly amazing staff in both administrative and academic roles and is so seriously under funded because we don't have the high enrolment numbers of BCA/BA students. The Biomedical Science program has the potential to be so much more amazing, with the Malaghan Institute on campus and so many of the top people in the field working there. But Victoria chooses not to give as much funding to Science.
Small Class sizes and lecturers that promote group disucssion
BEING A FLEX STUDENT I FIND THAT THE ON-LINE COMPONENT OF STUDYING AT CQU IS WELL PRESENTED, AND SUPPORTED BY ACADEMIC STAFF. MOST QUESTIONS I HAVE ARE ANSWERED ON-LINE, VIA EMAIL, OR BY TELEPHONE.
The lecturers all have really good experience in the areas that they are teaching which gives me confidence in what they are teaching. This also makes the content more interesting through listening to their stories.
I am an aexternal student, therefore the only classes i attend is at residential school once a term. Everything else is online. Blackboard is a great tool for online learning and comunication.
Having student representatives in the sciences who report back students feelings about individual courses.
The science department have been quite supportive in the coursework i have done by being available when i have problems.
efficient facilities, comfortable lecture theatre, experienced lecturer
Residential schools for distance education.
In the podiatry clinic, which gives us the best experience possible before we graduate
If student have questions or problems, teachers should definitely fix it out, at least try to. Think students feeling and giving the knowledge to student is the most improtant point.
Great tutor - student relationships...class discussions...fun environment. Natural atmosphere and plant life/greenery at LaTrobe make an overall great environment to learn in.
- mix of teaching methods - enthusiastic teachers
With law we are largely left to our own studies apart from tutorials, however there is quite a clique of lawyers who encourage and push each other to be better and study harder and are very supportive and helpful. I do not know if this is 'the university engaging students in learning.'
Real world applications and a sense of people skills rather than book smarts.
Realistic. The lab demonstraters and lecturers understand what student life is like and though they deliberately test our work load boundaries, it is never at the point where it is too much to handle.
The Education staff have been incredilby helpful and geniunely concerned for our learning and development in becoming new teachers. They are inclusive and generally always put in more to make sure they are available to us whenever we need them.
interesting teachers who challenge us interesting course content and options
Lecturers passionate about their topics.
For the most part the experience and enjoyment from each paper comes from the individual lecturer, and how they motivate the class with their own enthusiasum for the subject, eg. if the lecturer is intersting, or if they know your name, you are more inclined to pay attention, come to class prepared, volunteer information/opinions and work harder on assignments (so as not to dissapoint) smaller classes are also good.
They allow a degree of independence and self-motivation, as in tutorials and labs, and in research tasks, where things are 'found out' rather than stated and taken for granted.
requiring students to keep up to date with their work through weekly tutorials and or frequent mini tests etc
By giving us exciting industry assignments, which motivate us, and giving as much of their time as possible to help us.
lots of good enthusiastic lecturers and tutors encourage us to learn.
*Focuses on team work *small groups for tutes
Course content, open and active dialogue with lecturers and tutors.
Some of the lecturers/tutors do a great job at engaging the students in the topic being taught.
Small classes - allows for more time and space to engage in topic with other students and lecturer. Core subjects - e.g. Philosophy and ethics, allows students, in my opinion to learn and think critically about issues in more effective ways. I think that students find subjects that deal with universal, personal and public issues interesting, and hence more likely to engage with the literature.
A few assignments require to submit weekly-workshop-tasks together with minor essays, that requires students have to do homework regularly. A few lecturers are implementing better methods of engaging students in lectures, workshop. They also organise some activities during lectures and workshops that help students have a better methods of studying. MyMedia-communication and media learning- is surveying and working on projects to improve lecture recording use.
The teaching staff use real-life examples having a vast amount of experience in jobs where they've applied skills/knowledge from the discipline. This is very useful. The online learning system is excellent for staying up to date with studies and managing work/life balance.
assigning marks for attending class, giving extra information in class to those who attend then those who just read lecture notes at home. and student teacher interaction
One of the most engaging aspects of the classes at this university is really the quality of the tutors. In my studies up until this point, all of the tutors I have had have been knowledgeable in the relevant areas as well as easy to communicate with and listen to.
the lecturers are generally good, and the resources we have access to are quite extensive.
Work in tutorials/groups with other students to assess and solve real life clinical cases we will come in contact with by applying our knowledge gathered over the past two and a half years
Provide great readings, Has lots of resources
the lectures are directed towards contemporary learning styles that suit the majority of student
The quality and number of fieldtrips we partake in. These are absolutely essential to getting a job after uni life and if holidays were to be shortened like they want to do, and fieldtrips subsequently shortened/abolished then I would NOT come back. There always needs to be a high level of practical application as part of the course.
The emphasis on assessment rather than examination as well as a strong emphasis on group work really helps students to learn to work with each other in various situations. Whilst I have received a excellent education at UTS, it is the emphasis on helping others to help you (which is sponsored by UTS' encouragement of group work) where I have gained my most valuable education and friendships.
Lots of variety in lectures. Gives you lots of choice in what you want to learn about and allows you to choose subjects that interest you.
class sizes are relatively small lecturers and tutors are happy to help at anytime
Meeting and networking with different people.
Smaller class sizes than larger universities.
Field work and field trips are invaluable, especially when students get to hear from industry professionals who we otherwise have no access to at all. I have found that a two-week can teach me just as much as I would learn in a whole semester.
it is strong at the major which i am doing now
- quality, inspiring educators such as David Wood (Biology), Kevin Wainwright (Chemistry), Craig Simmons (Earth Sciences) - use of industry-standard instruments and computer software - inclusion of field-based learning such as field trips and field camps
Good one-on-one learning, practical courses, a range of learning and teaching methods
The lecturer's are always willing to help you pass as best they can.
CHALLENGING DUE TO HIGH STANDARDS AND ACADEMIC CONTEXT, IMPROVED MY ANALYSIS OF REAL WORLD ISSUES
The units are relevant to our needs and following current issue of what is needed in the society.
presenting questions that require critical thinking and that require an answer that is multi-dimensional. High school education generally requires one to fulfill the criteria, give the response that is on the teacher's mark sheet. At university, there is an understanding that knowledge is forever growing and has many aspects that need to be considered, although there is a correct and incorrect answer, one must seek the best answer and consider the circumstances
The Australian National University helped me find my own way of learning. I was able to explore my passions because the ANU presented a variety of courses, an ease of moving around the institution, a standard of teaching excellent, and an opportunity for further study. The ANU actively sought to also provide a culture that fostered inclusion, support and an opportunity to explore new things.
many opportunities, experienced staff, helpful staff, easily accessable assistance both teaching and other sources.
The lecturers are very informative and very approachable and willing to provide extra help to students.
I think with feed back of individual essays and assignments it gives me direction on what they are looking for, as well as discussion groups alot of information can be reviewed on these boards.
Having a number of field practice over 4 years. Some courses consist of the studetns from different programs, allowing to exchange ideas and interact with others more effectively.
Combining both large group lectures and small group tutorials in which there is a lot of discussion between students helps to think about ideas from all different angles
Show an interest in the learning of the students.
they let you try experiments and see for yourself how things work and not just make you sit down and read the textbooks. in addition, the lectures are knowledgeable and approachable.
lab work, discussion in tutorials, special topics
you are considered to be a person and not a number
provides real life practical work relevant to the course
Good staff, interesting tutorial discussions, lots of online materials...
Consideration of different learning styles. Quality lectures and tutors. Preparing students for lifelong learning.
Its much smaller so there are fewer students, the lecturers and tutors are always approachable and available to help.
strong focus on team work and real world skills to help in the transition to the workplace after uni.
The lecturers encouragement. I don't belief the university should get the credit for my learning when it is mostly self directed. I pay to be recieve direction from lecturers as to what I should be studying and the rest of my learning is from other students via group work or class presentations.
Greg Metha, Lynn Rogers, power point displays, engaging material with real world links
Interactive courses, good relations with lecturers (especially in later years)
follows up on students, and also by persuading
Great lecturers, friendly open environment
The university engages students in learning by providing a wide range subject areas, by the staff they employ (who provide us experiences within our particular field) and by facilities available om campus that allow for students to have access to must things they need and have the opportunity to mingle with other students during common hour (this helps develop positive interactions and as such help motivate and engage students in university life, as well as learning).
Staff Murdoch Uni needs to look after the existing staff because it is their care and attention to students that is the best aspect of the uni. Without these dedicated people (academic and support staff) they risk losing their best aset, especially with the "2010" changes (part of the new branding restructure) that is unsettling people.
The subjects that mark on tutorial participation make sure that learning materials are read each week as they need to be discussed for full marks. On a personal level it ensures that I keep up with the readings.
A fair variety of guest speakers working in my chosen field. I appreciate that not all the speakers are stream-lined into one field, but represent different employment opportunities after uni.
competition, internship, studentship, seminar programmes
I think having enthusiastic lecturers and lecturers who are good at teaching is very important in engaging students in learning. I think having some lecturers who fit this description is the best aspect of how my uni engages students in learning.
We are taught practical lifeskills and knowledge which can be applied not only within one subject but across all aspects of life.
In my science degree, mab=ny assignments involve team aspects and out of the classroom learning. This makes the learning more interesting and much more relevant.
providing student learning centre at no cost
By immersing students in the learning and providing real life experiences so that a thorough understanding of your chosen profession is gained
Use a variety of mediums e.g lecture videos, lecture notes, online content etc Small tutorial sessions with problem based learning The Moot Court
Provision of online units for students unable to attend university. (physically)
The university best engages me in learning by some of the quality teachers and programs offered.
Using an interactive style of teaching rather than all lectures
I personally think it is dependent on the lecturer taking the lecture or the tutorial involved. I like humour and student engagement, that works for me. However in saying that most lecturers do not involve humour or student engagement. Lecture delivery seems to be much about just that delivering the information.............that's all folks seeya later.
the university enages students by running activitys such as group sports day and also doing barba q day where students gather together and have fun
The willingness of most staff members, who go out of their way to assist students as much as possible, is invaluable to our desire and ability to learn.
Student environments which are student support, facilities, etc are quiet good for over sea student to understand easily
Tutorial Questions every week. Group assignments. Interesting Topics. Great Lecturers - passionate & knowledgeable
very open and respectful advice, always helpful if asked.
some tutors are amazing at preparing and running classes that are informative and applicable
tutorials. the topics are relevant. the discussions are heated and knowledge based. the tutoeial content is always appropriate
The similar interest groups. The best part of my course is the friends I have made along the way and some of the teachers. We also get to do a lot of hands on and one on one work with the teachers because of the small class sizes.
there are alot helping center avaiblable in a wide range of learning aspects such as learning skills,career employment,course adviser, international support etc. they are very helpful in guilding students through.
How you're given the liberty to plan your course, your time table. Nobody really cares if you work hard or not, you are responsible for yourself. Love the flexibility, at the same time that can be the greatest downfall of most uni students.
As an external student USQ had a very effective external mode of study with DG groups that were easily accessible and heaps of support materials sent out in package form. In six years of part time study, there was never one item missing that I required.
Tutorials and laboratories that require hands on learning and application of concepts leant in lectures.
Providing competent and engaging lecturers; using workbooks that follow lecture content; providing a huge number of resources eg. books and computers.
This is an unclear question... I guess they provide teaching staff.
Facilitations are like a cheat sheet into topics especially which students do a good job. TUTORS make all the difference. Interactive lectures and tutorial. Using all aspects of hearing, visual and kinestic learning.
Excellent lecturers and tutors who are enthusiastic about students and encourage students to learn at uni and at home. Good facilities with screens etc that make lecturers more interactive and recordings if more convenient.
They give us practical problems to solve and make us learn to think outside the box.
tough one they don't sometimes lectures are different then what is required in assignments and teacher-student interaction is not considered important. the tutorial sessions are interesting at times. other than that there is nothing else.
Respect, personal, and lecturers/tutors that have an invested interest in their students.
the knowledge that the ANU is a world class institution, leading to intrinsic value placed in the education offered.
good teachers, diverse specialising of courses
Small groups of students. One on one with lecturers and tutors.
Tutorials, and having teachers who are passionate about and committed to their students and teaching.
free internet, quite a few assisting facilities
quite a lot of societies and programme for students to go abroad or enhance their studies
the various ways of assessment and teaching tools teaching up to date research
Excellent teaching staff and library resources.
I think the university engages students in learning by compelling students to research extra study materials on their own because some lecturers choose not to co-operate by not giving clear explanations during lectures and by not answering to the questions that students have which simply prompt students to look up for their own.
talking to other students on line & using their experiences at work to deal with similar issues I face at my work/studies.
being external I still have all the same opportunities of being able to ask quesyions and get the help that I need when required
the lectures are amazing they will help you no matter what to make you reach your potential. they have fun and exciting ways of looking at learning.
Hands on experience to compliment theory
The readily available support from all teaching staff as well as administrative staff
Whilst some individual teachers lowered the overall score, and one or 2 particular subjects lowered it further, overall this university have provided me with skills that even if I change profession, which I expect I will, I will be able to take with me anywhere in life and in further studies. Overall many teachers and the ALO were very supportive in assisting me to manage my responsibilities as a sole parent, though 2 particular teachers were not at all supportive when family crises arose earlier this year (a death in the family and having to 'care for' and support my mother through severe depression and financial crisis). If I hadn't been let down by these 2 teachers/tutors I would have rated the overall with the highest score. The classroom discussions were awsome, especially in ethics. Faculty staff are easy to approach and actually take on board student feedback at rep meetings. I love this uni overall and would gladly return for post-grad studies or studies in another faculty (will definitely do at least one graduate diploma at this uni and am seriously considering another undergraduate degree in another faculty also).
Mainly tutorials, great tutors and lecturers who involve the students in grasping complex ideas.
We are provided with many opportunities to apply our learning in practical situations. Much of our study is self-directed, which allows students to select areas of the topic that they may want to explore further.
encourage class participation. in many subjests group projects are part of assessment
Group work - as we need this interaction in the workplace (B Business)
I don't think my university does engage students in learning. Students need to be self motivated and internally driven to succeed, as the university doesn't make much effort to assist students in learning.
clinical placement. it gives us the chance to see how our theory works in the real world. also i found i learn by doing not sitting in a lecture theatre.
Broad range of student services to help in academic studying, all very easy to access.
Involvement and participation and peer support, and good communications with lecturers at the end of the lectures
Through the use of MYLO, providing real world examples to work with, the degree is based on what is needed to work in the industry, current and relevant information.
Good study envrionment most staff are nice
If I want to find out something there are many pathways by which I can find that information.
The university's ethos engages students in learning. The ANU has a real commitment to research-led, multidisciplinary education. Really encourages critical thought and genuine intellectual growth. It manages to strike a balance between an exceptional standard of education and being relaxed and supportive at the same time. Classes are not competitive. Students are engaged in each other's mutual learning - probably not in a formal way but as an incident of the university's culture.
theory is blended well with practical examples of application and personal anecdotal experiences by teaching staff. access to requisit services to assist with understanding what is required via interaction with teaching staff, specialist programs and academic advisors.
Encouraging group work, team learning and the depth of field related knowledge possessed by lecturers.
The teachers generally relate well to the students and are available for consultation.
Offers a lot of opportunities for students to learn and improve their learning
supportive and accomodating academic staff and easy access to computers and study materials. Students are all plesant to talk to and students are respecting each other . We are treated the same here...
Most lecturers are interested in their course topics and explain them in interesting ways, including specific field related examples and interesting individual experiences/stories related to the topics. Many tutors for practicals and tutorials are competent and have the ability to aid in student understanding.
Trial and Error, Not Giving Up, Plan Well
assignments as it utilises the information acquired to solve problems reinforcing what we have previously learnt
The tutors are well-meaning and intent on helping students
The use of MyUni, an interactive site which ensures that you are up to date with information regarding your course
i wouldn't say it is a property of the university but rather the school of sciences and engineering at my university. simply in that the course i am studying is very focused on an intense independant learning, much the sameway as an engineer would be required to in a job
Having lecturers who are passionate about what they are teaching the students. It helps us enjoy the subjects more, and it helps make us interested in the subjects they are teaching. Most lecturers have voices which are really easy to listen to, which makes the lectures easier to understand.
The teaching staff of the Ancient history department are truly amazing. They engage, challenge and extend you within an intellectually 'safe' environment.
Some of the lecturers and tutors try and mix around the work in the class, by using various learning aids. Some of the lecturers and tutors also suggest that if any problems are occuring, to come and see them
Various, for example online learning, practical involvement, personal communication and facilitation of groups/individuals
- Plenty of support offered to assist the trasnistion to uni life and the skills required to succeed at uni - Lots of practical teaching to assist with transition to work
- Provides opportunity for different types of learning such as self-directed, peer learning, aural learning, book learning, theory into practice etc. - Utilises different methods within workshops such as small groups, large groups, discussions, practical, case studies etc. - Utilises teaching staff for each course which are relevant and have a background in that area. For example, a teacher who has previously worked for several years in the aged care industry will teach us about aged care services. - Teaching staff always are available for further discussion, advice, information etc if required. - The teaching staff make you aware of your own learning style and how to best optimise your learning.
Lecturers and tutors are really approachable the course readers make things alot easier
The amount of practical and clinical work.
Friendly environment, teachers always willing to help, great opportunities to get hands on practice.
Through tutorial work and discussions. Group work.
smaller classes allows for alot more face time with the lecturers and tutors, meaning that students have a greater interaction wi
We have access to a lot of online resources which makes it a lot easier to study in our own time.
Offering helpful computer learning programs, tutorials, peer support and lecturer advice (out of school hours)
University uses up-to-date technology to teach in labs, which make it more interactive for students as they are able to operate with new technology
The online components of the courses. Students can discuss problems and questions with the lecturers and with other students taqking the same papers. Helps students to feel more invloved than they would if they just sat in lectures and were too shy to speak up in front of all the other students.
Horticulture is a small group so theres an excellent relationsip between teacher and students and plenty of help avaliable.
taking a laid back approach to learning, giving a comfortable environment to leanr in.
Flinders is a friendly campus, with a generally positive attitude and culture. Nearly all staff are friendly and approachable, especially if you want to talk about the science (or whatever is relevant to their job) even if it doesn't directly concern coursework. As for the rest, in my experience, even the assholes are likable in their own way. I have been overwhelmed at times at how available *very* senior staff will make themselves for requests beyond the requirements of coursework for first-year students who must be almost insignificant (as yet) in such a massive system.
Small so easy to get to know the teacher and is practical which is very useful.
great 2 hour seminars for some subjects SRES 1001 has the best course website ever excellent library hours
They promote and encourage freedom in the way in which a question can be answered. This opens the door to all possibilities and angles that a question can be tackled from and in doing so makes learning an interesting and overall satisfying experience.
Friendly and interesting lecturers. Addressing real-world problems, reading and discussing them, the opinions of important people, ideals and realities so that we may form our own opinions in discussion.
They are very interactive and practical based
Small class sizes Knowledge of staff at uni - they know me, I'm more than just a number to them. 32 weeks of practical experience in schools/childcare Clean and well maintained facilities
Availability of Lecturers and Tutors to visit outside class for assistance. Ability to access most resources online from home.
the use of FLO (Flinders learning online) is a good idea, because it allows students to communicate off campus to help each other, and provides easy access to relevant materials. It also helps to keep students up to date with what is happening within their topics.
Teaching staff are all friendly and helpful and have a real and knowledgable understanding of most of the topics at hand. Tutors at this institution are excellent.
Flo - having access to information in previous lectures and tutorials - Student services to gain information in regards to essay writing, grammer etc
Being able to learn using learnline as i am unable to attend uni due to personal committments
Student Learning Centre. Flinders Learning online systems
The lectures are very engaging. There is a theatre company specifically designed for students, run by students. There are study support groups.
In engineering, Adelaide Uni offers tutoring help for subjects like maths outside of class for students, which is good. Also, the online discussion boards and resources on MyUni are helpful too.
Excellent online support for extramural students. Also great text books and appropraite amount of reading per paper.
Quality of services provided (lecturers, student help, etc)
Having nice teachers that are here to support and engage students in what they have to learn. Teachers are open and know how hard it is to be a student. Most teachers do not act superior above students but more act in ways of teaching at there level
One of the best aspects of QUT is the friendly staff that are always keen on sharing their knowledge and experience as well as helping out in any way needed. This really helps to engage in university work and at times even motivates you to do so. The great facilities also make learning a lot more enjoyable. The way that QUT tries to include their students as part of their community is great and helps in making them comfortable with the "identity" of the university itself.
The way they allow us to meet new people, this enables us to work in different learning environments and therefore learn about being able to fully discover the best ways of our learning capability. Also, there is a wide range of academics in many different areas that we can turn to for help.
Asks questions of students, really forcing them to think and learn about the issues at hand
Having such great lecturers is always a huge plus.
Tutorials are probably the best aspect of learning it combines what you have learnt in lectures with the readings and study that you've been doing and gives you a chance to reinforce key ideas and make sure that the ideas you have are relevant.
By supplying all relevant learning materials and being clear in their learning objectives for each unit.
Having guest lectures from people who help with developing learning strategies etc
The structure of lectures and tutorials. Big lectures and small tutorials are a very effective way of learning for me.
Smaller class sizes and using groups for maximum student interaction and involvement.
Advanced technology, various support services, and helpfulness of staff.
they are accessible and they answer things relatively quickly and are there for the students when needed
They try to make it interesting, and tie it all together.
tutorials are very engaging, hands-on, practical and social.
Interactive and supportive staff. Easily accessed help and information includig study materials (books, jouranals, study guides).
Amount of services and contacts to ask questions for external students.
Teaching staff take extra time to make sure that concepts taught in class are understood by students. Theory learnt in class can be applied to real-life situations.
the university encourages the students to rely on each others opinions and views, helping to create a adult enjoyable working environment/ community.... i am loving meeting new educated individuals from all walks of life, it has been a great expierience that is only getting better.
Teacher-student ratio very healthy and interactions with academic staff healthy.
everything the teachers and lectures are well prepared and are always there to help out when need
Using a variety of teaching methods in the classroom, including organising classroom observations for us to attend at a variety of different local schools. Providing lecturers who appear genuinely excited to be teaching us.
They use group discussion and allow for students to give their opinions.
The Uni of SA uses several methods of learning to appeal to a wide range of students, helping them to find the right method for them without disadvantaging them within the course. Use technology to record and post information on the website to assist students when they are at home and helps connect external students to the Uni environment.
In UNISA, our teachers are very kind to help us, especially for internaitonal studnents. not only help us to solve the study problems, but also help us to solve the living problems.
being able to talk to our tutors outside class
The university has a very friendly and accepting atmosphere which makes it easier to learn. It has great facilities which help to enhance student's learning and the lecturers are very approachable and enthusiastic people.
nearly everything can be done online/electronically
Tutorials- interesting activities that are not 'formal' but casual, Interesting lectures that the lecturer actually seems to enjoy and understand how boring it may be for many people.
environment both social and atmosphere of the campus lectopia so we can learn basically anywhere tutorials
The social aspect can bring students together for study, enabling positive group study sessions.
Equipping us with the right mindset for the business world & helping us meet more like-minded people that can help us on our way.
- The availability of excellent technologies to allow group projects etc to be completed efficiently - The technology available to students to enable assignments to be completed - The availability of learning material on various websites and through many mediums - The very approachable nature of lecturers, tutors and administration staff
The co coricular stuff, and the amazing library and learning facilities
Having the support of subject coordinators specially with Distance Education, the use of technology and the availability of the subject coordinator for students is ensured.
Orientation week activties through out the university where great for me to meet pepole with similar interests and within the same study field and help alot with my transition. Also the teachers and lecturers are always there and willing to help out if u give them the time which is excelent
Provides a supportive framework for students entering the university for the first time, a lot of communication between staff and students.
lecturers and tutors lead us to solve theoretical problems as well as practical ones
Team work and excellent tutors who you can talk to
They encourage individual learning while at the same time supplying many oppurtunities for group work. Excellent lecturers help engage students.
Very strong belief in allowing students to achieve the grades they wish. Take the students goals and adapt the teaching material to suit.
By providing the best teachers possible by employing professionals from the exact industry that the course aims towards, we can be sure that we have the best opportunity possible to make progress
learn jcu discussion board and tutorials
allowing flexibility, choice of different timetables so that students can work their lives outside of study around class, which lessens the negative impact that some students at other institutions may have; e.g. having to attend uni everyday all day stops them from having a job may lead to resentment and low motivation.
The creation of 'Oasis' and 'Blackboard' allows students to gain a range of information, even after a lecture.
Student Support Faciliies, that try to address the 'Missing Ingredients' that could have made 1st year university a more pleasant experience. Anything that has mitigated the coldness, and lack of 'Belongingness' inherant in the experience. of an older student.
assesments are handed back in a suitable and realistic time frame, allowing to learn quickly from what we have done Tutors and lecturers are always friendly and there for you if you need help, replying to emails etc promptly
That the university provides me with many information that I need to learn and that I receive help when ever I need it.
meeting different people, has many extra curricular activities and makes uni fun by having a games room, sport centre etc..
Face to face teaching is enjoyable and in easy to understand terms. You are not made felt inadequate.
My university's best aspects of how it engages students in learning is by mixing it up. Each of my units are in different forms and involve different ways of learning e.g. the duration of the session times vary, the session types (lecture, seminar, tutorial), the learning tools used (computers, text books and slides). Curtin is very supportive of all of its students by having many different social, academic and interest groups. You can be guaranteed support in any group you join or decision you make.
Unlike Flinders University where my girlfriend attends as a med student, UniSA seems to be a very business orientated university, from not only the core 8 business based subjects which are shared with some other courses, to the emails sent regarding career/work placement opportunities and events. Also the lectureres and tutors I have had so far have been able to relate the principals and learnings that they are teaching, to myself and my lifesyle. Eg: the teachings in Property Economics are relevant to me as I have recently become a first home owner.
The whole university is easy and simple. From enrolment, classes, campus to subjects and courses. They are willing to help and give assistance and make it understandable on how to get a degree and what you need to learn!
The online lectures because they allow me to catch up if I am unable to make the lecture, but they do not offer the same quality of education as actually attending the lectures and having the opportunity to ask questions in person which leaves me motivated to attend all the lectures unless there is no way for me to make it. Also some of my lecturers have been pretty funny with the jokes they pull, I respect these people more than the ones which just read off the slides without much expression and because I respect them more i pay more attention.
week to week study guides throughout semester very helpful to stay on track
There are many good leactures and that labs relate well to the lectures. They have many resources in the region for teaching purposes. I have also found the teaching fellows very approchable
giving a set out method/advice on how to prepare for exams and complete assignments
There are many programs to help with learning, especially the Lectopia recordings, for revision and for catching up with missed lectures. They make revision easier and less dull than just reading over notes.
the lecturers are able to be contacted after hours
students are gven the opportunity to learn by interaction with lecturers & other students, with wondeful resouces and well organised & equiped labs etc etc... as well as being encouraged to aquire skills that enable one to work succesfully, either alone or in groups.
When first starting a topic the lecturer always give you a very descriptive overview of the topic which is great.
Alot of different help options available.
- working in teams to help with better understanding of particular topics. - plently of advice available to help with improving your future study plans.
The practical application involved in theory based subjects. It makes the course more exciting
Good Environment. Really friendly and helpful teachers. Great library.
How it is easy to speak to lectures and people that are able to help you. The help classes and support centres. The easy access of technology and books.
Tuts and most of my lectures require student participation, different perspectives are seen through this.
Offer plenty of support, make learning fun by providing open days
I am a Health science student (Podiatry) partaking in the common first year, and I have found class discussions led by the facilitator are the most engaging.
excellent resources, staff with wide experience
The tutors use examples in lectures and tutorials that are current and modern, and relate to our lives.
Lecturers always avaliable, whether it be one-to-one or via email, questions are mostly always answered, good use of technology.
Group work is definately one of the best aspects for student engagement and motivation. Variety of activities Variety of lecturers from differnt backgrounds
Internet learning - makes missed lectures really accessible & everything is together in one place.
Quality of lecturers, good learning environment
Workshops and working closely with the teacher.
Provide us with podcasts, the "blackboard" online system is pretty cool.
how tutorials classes are very interactive. we are allowed to talk openly about the material being discussed and in return we recieve help and feedback.
Being able to do my studys exernal from home. Makes studying easy for me as it does not interfere with my family life.
Creative Industry lectures. Creative thinking. Real possiblity of Real world applications.
Allowing students to become more independent in thier study yet still providing help when required by the student.
It encourages both group and private study and all teachers make themselves available to help on a one to one basis
The large range of cultural diversity within the uni has allowed me to meet many other people from different backgrounds and sharing their different opinions i have found very interesting.
Lecturers are approachable and understanding.
A lot of the lectures and tutorials involve student participation so you can understand better the lessons they are trying to teach. e.g experiencing an aspect of life as a person with a disability/ pointing out on a partner specific muscle groups.
by holding interactive lectures and tutorials. Lecterer's are great a communicating with the students and make the learning experience as interesting as possible.
practical work through experiments and report writing
There are good lectures at the university and many clubs on campus which provide help via tutorials.
Student participation in classes via personal response devices, online quizzes, providing reading material, couse websites for ease of access to course info & work
It really comes down to the lecturers and how passionate they are about their subjects, which conveys onto the students and gets them interested in what they are doing.
I feel that student engagement depends on the quality of your tutors, and self motivation.
Tutorials because they are smaller and more helpful
The university is small which makes it more of a community than a learning institution.
The help and support in understanding what is expected and helping you to acheive this.
The amount of help that is provided for improving skills within writing and general education.
Different personalities of the lectures.
University life is very different to high school. I found it a dramatic change but one that I enjoyed. People are there to help you when you need help and everyone is friendly and approachable.
having friends the content of most subjects
The workshops,as well as the learning support.
The lecturers and tutors are generally really nice and enthusiastic... very approachable
every one cares about learning, helping each other
the best aspect is having small tutorial group so students grain more knowledge and get more attention from teachers.
A great deal of practical work and its relation to the work force.
well, we're not just asking them questions, they also question us to get us involved and really think about different aspects of each unit, the lecturers really allow us to expand our horizons of thinking and developing a way to analyse and conclude our own answers to our own questions.
There are a range of courses that people can do, therefore catering to a broad range of students with particular interests. Emails on career opportunities also encourages learning.
small tutorial classes, teacher to student ratio excellent
- La Trobe Mildura engages students in learning by having fantastic teachers, especially in the Nursing department. Their personalities and love of nursing help us to want to learn
Student Association involvement, location of buildings/classes etc
There a wide range of people from all different ages and backgrounds.Being able to work together and learn from differnet people helps to broaden understanding of some subjects and think in ways you wouldn't usually.
enthusiastic lecturers 'clicker device' to engage/ interact with students giving us immediate feedback well laid out powerpoint presentations and with availability of lecture notes on 'blackboard'
learning to work with others and not just as an individual
Small number of students, lecturers and tutors are approachable, most of the time
The use of power point presentations as well as additional information given by the lecturer and the tutors.
There are people always available to help you with anything at all - whether it's personal or academic
Tutors and lecturers are constantly willing to speak to students, consultation is encouraged and made easily accessible, there are many different people and resources on campus and online to give information, solve questions or direct to the correct area.
Lecturers that really know what they are talking about. Comprehensive lectures and pracs.
classes are right length; material covered is usually interesting
I like how the university offer workshops for first year students regarding assessment content (like essay writing). and the environment is nice to be in and motivates you to study
Small Classes and easy to reach lecturers.
Challenges students to step up to the plate, points you in the right direction with some information.
Occasional good teachers. Most subjects have interesting and valuable content.
It provides a relaxing but still stimulating environment making it easier to get the work that needs to be done, and done more effectively I believe than any other institution anywhere else.
i like how our lecturers allow us to work with other students, team work really gets us involved and engaged in the subject, plus we get to see how other people think and how we can improve our knowledge from their knowledge.
The best aspects of university engaging students comes through the many staff who are willing to provide extra hours and support to ensure that the students can achieve the things that they want to achieve.
i have some very interactive lecturers, who promote socialising with other students and working together. Some lecturers also set homework, which i find beneficial.
as i am a distant education student, the on line facilities are very helpful.
Some high quality lecturers, strong emphasis on using technology to learn.
Most of the teaching staff are very receptive of your thoughts, and encourage you to speak up even if you are unsure.
A lot of the tutorials have group work and group discussions so it is easier to talk to people and make friends.
Use of lecturers own experiences as examples of how specific aspects operate. Such as field work completed in a foreign country which allows Anthropology students to understand a specific aspect of relationships within a community.
the relevant skills learnt for practical situations in the real world.
By providing all information on line and by having extra informaion eg quizzes available for increased learning opportunities.
The lecturers and tutors are very knowledgeable and interested in the subjects.
online lectures, some engaging lectureers and tutors
Alot of group work, many forms of media used to present information e.g videos, texts presentations guest speakers
I have picked up an English paper this semester, and really appreciate the tutorials - they are of good value.
The use of Blackboard, and the majority of the tutors are well capable of engaging everyone in discussion.
As I am studying externally the learning material sent is of very high quality assisting greatly in the learning process.
The tutorials always emphasise groupwork and open discussion. So far these have contributed greatly to the quality of learning in the subject itself.
Staff seem availible alot. All assignments are relevant to each unit, and they interrelate. Encourages both working in a team and individually.

Needs improvement
More Tutorials which are driven by student discussion on coursework.
More work placement - earlier in the degree.
make sure that all lecturers are on the same page
More examples or help could be given to the more difficult subjects. sometimes it seems that there is a lot more available help and online examples in the easier subjects then the more difficult ones which can be frustrating when your studying externally.
Student services are very poor. I find the staff frustrating and unhelpful, especially in matters of enrollment. This has soured my experience at UTS as being unable to enroll in classes i am interested ha been so difficult and thus less engaging.
They shall make a summer course for engineering student...
Need to improve on incorporating workplace skills into the curriculum. Particularly in the more generalist degrees. Also there should be more opportunities to get credit through internships and volunteering, as through this you gain skills that you can not get through studying. However it is hard to balance this with a full time work load.
better instructions to assignments and more rigid management in some areas, especially residential services
A more personal 'dialogue' when discussing assessments
-Not to be taught by casual lecturers with unready web CT -To be taught by full-time academics devoted to teaching and are also good at Web CT
better understanding of disabilities from disabilities resources service- university administration should have a better understanding of autism spectrum disorders-half the world's top academics have ASD current entry requirements are too low-there are some very stupid people attending this institution-there is nothing wrong with being elitist
Less reading more learning. Seems to care more about internal students than external students. Too much emphasis on correct referencing when each teacher has a prefered mode of marking regardless. The educated forget that the uneducated know nothing therefore more time needs to be spent on basic links rather than assume that this will happen naturally upon hours and hours of reading.
The Law school is a very lonely place and more could be done to involve the teachers more with the students, and morfe career advice earlier in the degree
Quicker turnaround in marking assessments. More informative lectures by some teachers.
Improving communication, and reviewing courses.
face to face contact and allow more time for students in times of crisis
More could be done to prepare students for the workforce (particularly in the field of psychology, as there are no practical subjects or opportunities for real world practice).
* More specifically education, I would like more behaviour management units to have the knowledge and understanding of how to develop them into skills for the classroom.
provide more opportunities to get to know people studying the same course
More practical experience; many of us feel that we have little to no experience of the things we will be expected to do in the work place. Some compulsory work placements would be really beneficial.
Staff to join in the discussions groups more
more groups and events that could engage more people such as the international students
This University asked students to fill feedback surveys quite a lot, every semester, every year, just to prove that the uni seem to listen / open to suggestions from students, without implementing/putting suggestions into practice.
Offering students a bigger incentive to become involved practically in the field of their study, as well as the theoretical study. As a student of Development Studies, I am exited to hear that a limited number or internships will soon be offered as part of the degree. Opportunities such as this will assist student in their transition into the workforce and understand their personal interests in the field. Also, I believe that by providing more opportuniies for student to enhance their creativity and innovative skills through the assignments, the quality of current graduates from the University of Adelaide will increase.
Give teaching staff professional development on how to teach.
providing work placement schemes while at uni
Replace those (few) lecturers who are not effective teachers. I would like to hear from lecturers about career directions in relevant fields and also actual career prospects (even if it's only examples of jobs other students have won or are going for. As I'm studying a Bachelor of Arts (Writing & Creative Communication) I'm unsure of career options. I've spoken to the career counsellor and some lecturers but the advice they've given has been vague - I'd like more specific advice/guidance/ideas.
Better university facilities, everything keeps getting closed or moved
I would appreciate more time allocated teaching placement.
provide more convenience for international students
Fund the Science programs better! Between the Malaghan and MacDiarmid Institutes, both on campus, we have some truly amazing experts and so many potentially fantastic graduates there. So fund the Biology and Chemistry departments rather than wasting money on throwaway degrees like Philosophy, Gender Studies, Film and Media Studies, just because they have more enrolments because they're so easy and have no relevance to the real world!
MORE ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF STUDENTS STUDYING 'FLEX' BY LECTURERS. I HAVE FOUND THAT STUDYING ON-LINE IS VERY ISOLATING - AND SOMETIMES, LECTURERS DO NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THE PRESENCE OF FLEX STUDENTS WHEN RECORDING LECTURES ETC. IF MANY OF THE COURSES I AM STUDYING IS CONCERNED WITH COMMUNICATION - THEN TUTORS, AND LECTURERS NEED TO ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR 'FLEX' STUDENTS MORE OFTEN - NOT JUST ON-LINE.
have workplace placements, or securing a job at the end of university.
More support for external students. Communication is sometimes extreemly slow and we are not given the infomation we need in a reasonable period of time.
The way they organise information on there website. I have big issues with the department in question handling student fees. Often it seems they have a confusing and very had to navigate website to purposely mislead new students so they have to pay extra fees (I have fallen into this trap, and they are NOT compromising). They have also sold off carparks and made it often very difficult to attend classes from 11-2pm as it takes around 1 and 1/2 hours to find carpark. They also did not tell students that they will be selling carparks off prior to buying yearly parking tickets, and not long after when everyone had already bought there yearly tickets they announced they were selling off carparks!! They seem unorganised and very untrustworthy.
Communication skills of course co-ordinator; weekly tasks and engagement rather than two essays a semster only.
Although learning is very important in university, and teachers first reponsibility is to give knowledge to student, i think the imformation of course rules which student study should be very clearly told by teachers. I have a very poor experience in the university. Because in my first year, when the time PX grade is still allowed, i got a PX grade in Accounting For Manager, but no one tell me if i want to do the Accounting major, i can not do it because of i got PX in that unit. Also, after i talked to my course convener several times within 3 years, i just be told i have to do extra one elective, becase one of the unit i study in my first year was covered in my foundation. They always tell you the things in the last minute. I feel very awful about it because i have to wast of my time!!!
- different types of activities - different learning environments - field trips etc.
This is a silly and annoying question as is above.
The university could improve by allowing more insight into the workplace in the respective field and perhaps offer more opportunities for unpaid volunteer work/work experience.
I have to say that in the four years that I have been studying my double degreen in Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor Education JP/P, a lot of our subjects have not been overally relevant. I will go out in 6 months time to teach and feel that I have content knowledge but very little practical knowledge. We need more pracs. We need to know how to plan properly by being in a classroom. When I am set an assignment to do a unit plan I feel it's half-assed because it's not going to be used in a classroom with any students. Whereas if I do them when I'm on prac they are so much more detailed and creative because I know the students and the environment in which I am planning for. The theory that we have learnt behind our degree has been highly important and without it we wouldn't be effective teachers - I just wonder if there is a way that it can be condensed and not 'dragged out' over 4 years, but rather combine it into perhaps 2 - 3 years and give more time for pratical experience. EVERYONE that I have spoken to that has gone through Flinders to study Teaching has said the same thing. Something needs to change to make it more relevant. After all, isn't this what they are teaching us at uni - to integrate and make it relevant and engaging so that all students will be involved and want to learn- This applies to people of all ages.
I think the system is fine, the university provides everything needed for a good study environment, after that it is up to the individual student to put the effort in. I think i would happier if my university fees were not so much. (because then I wouldnt have to work at my lame part time job, and could spend that time studying.) (seriously, 60 hours a week for three months during summer, 60 hours behind a supermarket checkout)
Not having to write during lectures so that you can focus on taking in the information instead of trying to get everything down in a rush
less pressure, teach us how to balance life-work
There could be a better sense of community and belonging, and advise more in what we can do after we graduate.
I feel that the university adequately engages students, and any more effort should come from the interested party (ie the students) rather than the institution. Time might be more usefully spent improving other aspects of university than 'student engagement'.
For them to structure the courses better and include more relevant ones. Also for lecturers to care more about what they are teaching us, not to teach for the sake of teaching and pay cheques.
More relevant core subjects and better tutors who you can understand!
at the moment no need to change anything
Better tutors in commerce department - more engagement as opposed to just reading out tutorial answers Make online access to academic resources simpler - at the moment I have to use WebCT, Wattle, Webmail, ISIS and College home pages to access stuff
*Not as much internet work, more face to face lectures
link concepts to relevant real world experiences and practices.
....some lecturers/tutors do not engage students at all. Someone should be viewing/analysing their lessons.
Perhaps provide or set up more seminars/forums of discussion or talks which cover broader range of topics/issues/subjects at the university. Especially ones which are relevant to subjects students are undertaking in certain semesters.
Tutoring students how to use online discussion group. Discussion group is available in MyUni for students but they are rarely used. The computer suits of the university should be upgraded. Many of the computers out of order. There are not enough computers for students and the internet is slow. As mentioned above, only a few lecturers are launching new methods to engage students. There should be more. There are too much theories involved in the program and there is a very little practical works. Use more communication and media devices in teaching because I do prefer sounds and visuals in learning. There are too much plain talks and slices (without video). Having more guests from a wide range of industries to talk in the lectures and to participate in the WORKSHOP
The is sometimes a huge difference between the approach taken by convenors and lecturers, and their tutorial staff. I think more needs to be done to ensure tutorial staff whether casual or perminent are on the same page with lecturers about learning outcomes and the learning experiences envisaged for the students of the unit.
make it compulsory to attend 80% of classes when completing internal subjects, and regular assessment to be completed online so that students know where they stand before major assessments.
better administrators, who actually have answers to your questions. more employment advice for students. more internship/ work experience opportunities organised through the university.
reward based systems - give the students something to encourage greater participation
smaller classes with greater student involvement
More fieldwork if anything. Oh and FIX THE SCIENCE LECTURE THEATRES!! They're a friggin disgrace compared to all the others on campus.
I think that we need a greater emphasis on practical education, especially in architecture. During my degree I have had a few experiences (usually in my construction subjects) of going on excursions to construction sites or manufacturers and these experiences have been really useful. More of this sort of 'hands on' education would be excellent. Also a greater availablity of software tutorials would be especially useful in my degree. In addition to this I think that the culture of UTS, in terms of the way in which students interact outside of class needs to change. It is very much a university where you attend for your classes and then leave. I would really like to see a greater sense of community at UTS and this can only happen through a greater support for student organisations and major university events.
assign the most popular and highly rated lecturers to lecture for core courses so that it is not so painful to attend core course.
more feedback on students work (during and after assessments)
More specific subject offering in business & finance area and better lectures.
Better academic advice and less courses with the traditional 3 lectures and one 3hr practical per week.
more direct consultation time and more fast responsing by tutors and lectures to students who need help
- some 2nd and 3rd year science topics would be improved by the use of pre-requisite topics to ensure a knowledge basis from which to build upon
More focus on practical subjects rather than theory from 2nd year onwards.
LACK OF PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE/ CREATIVITY IN SOME COURSE STRUCTURES
to select real qualified tutors to teach us, and to make sure all the tutors and the unit controllers are responsible in responding to our queries and care about our needs.
I am a visual learner and I would like more visual aids offered.
As a graduate, I honustly could not fault the university. Improvement are minimal. Perhaps the only challenge that this institution faces is the prospect of keeping what they have achieved and this means keeping the institution fresh and adaptive.
Detailed feedback is great but once a lecturer did not send me back feedback because they went through it once and it didnt save so they didnt bother going back over it. I found this very dissapointing especially when i asked for more feedback they didnt reply. Being an external student this engagement is very important as i am not on campus to discuss with other students or lecturers.
More online /pod casting abilities. I study Psychology and there is no scope for external study, so I have to complete some subjects at CDU, as I am unable to get any more time off to go to uni. The course is very much focused on school leavers, not mature age students. More interaction with employers/industry would be useful. I completed a double degree in Commerce/HR in 2005 and did not engage once with an employer. I am part way through my Psych degree and the same is happening here. Text book study is only part of the learning - engagement with industry is the key to applying knowledge. If you go for 4 years without engaging with industry the information is lost.
Increase computers, library resources, study spaces and more for the students.
The delivery of information is in most areas presented in the same way. This could perhaps be improved so as to cater for various learning types.
More one on one learning or in smaller groups. Smaller class groups etc More emphasis on practical learning, rather than theoretical
be more aware that students learn at different pace. i can be a bit boring in class sometimes when the same topic is revised three times.
Better commnication and advertising of services available in your specific department
Afternoon/evening lectures for each subject, experience in workplace situations...
Improve help and enrolment services available to students.
Flexibility is an issue, given the size of the uni the number of tutorials offered is limited which often makes for an inflexible and inconvenient timetable.
I think we should have more input from the lecturers about the course content and training in practical skills work. On the down side - this means more hours at the uni. This in turn will overflow to alternate marking arrangements - my suggestion would be less written assignments (that students can copy and paste) and more in class examination such as open book exams, oral and practical skills assessments.
Lessen the amount of wrote learning involved and replace with real world topical information. Also material on recent developments made in my field of study
dont mix second year with third year classes
More relaxed social events where teachers and students can interact in a non academic way.
By allowing more student consultation in areas which affect us.
Their are one or two units that are very disorganised and frustrating as a student. These units are a blemish on an otherwise very well structured course. The units are well known and previous attempts to rectify them have been unsuccessful. At the risk of professionally stepping on toes other academics need have a more active role to rectify the situation.
More tutoring opportunities; specifically for students in courses that aren't focused on english and maths. Also, steming from this is a lack of face time with lecturers. Sometimes it can be quite difficult to meet with lecturers when necessary.
more scholarship for international students
Don't allow bad lecturers to lecture. Have more general interest seminars open to all students. Possibly be a bit more personable, ie. a bit more interactive with individual students.
perhaps provide more departmental get-togethers so that we can interact with our peers more on an educational level
Please improve the speed of tuition fee payment by transfer because students who paid fees by transfering have to wait for 10 working days .
more help with less popular science jobs ie physics
More effective use of information technology to inform/involve students (ie. SMS)
Revert back to tutorials and lectures, employ more staff.
more lecturers available on orange campus, offering summer sessions for pharmacy courses, better resources in labs, tutorials,and staff that is willing to aid you in your studies
Some of the lecturers are difficult to understand as English is their second language and its obviously new to them or unpracticed
Encourage more student participation in extra curricular activities
Find out what students want, their learning styles, vary the text delivery. If it seems the students are not being engaged vary, vary, vary until you succeed.
have more activitys that involves people from diversity backgroud to work togther
The Business & Law Faculty, could look into running some units over the semester breaks, in either a Summer or Winter School Intensive Program. This would really benefit students.
many of help system for student and also their are a lot of chance to contact with university
Review some lecturers - some may be really smart, and passionate about what they teach, but it doesnt show through in their lectures. Passion is something is inspiring for students and encourages them to be involved and to do their best.
Introduce more papers dealing with the basics or have a more broad over-view, not so specific or unusual esp. in the arts. Not everyone has done the subject at school so to do Russian photography for Art History, for example, can be confusing and not as enjoyable rather than having something wider e.g studying a movement like Mannerism. Also more classes giving the ability to cover more topics, in more depth and to learn more. Relate what we are learning to the world stage e.g how what we are learning is applied, understood etc in a larger context than just NZ.
increase contact hours. ensure tutors are prepared and informed on what is going on.
listening, understanding we all have different levels of understanding and accepting and acknowledging that "the only dumb question is the one you dont ask" is a valid point and should be acknowledged with respect, sometimes its hard to ask dumb questions, give us our dues, at least we dont wish to remain ignorant, this applies to some lectureres not all, without students there is no uni
Have some teachers create welcoming discussions rather than employing one-way correctness which can make studnets not wish to discuss or participate effectively.
cant think of any further improvment at the moment.
Now that I am in OC mode it would be great to have more guest speakers brought into lectures and some good old fashioned field trips where a small group of students visits industry work places on a short tour or similar mode. E.G. getting permission to visit some locations not just as a placement such as a psych ward. It would no doubt be difficult but worthwhile.
Lectures being more available for students to discuss/help with concepts/course content that is found to be difficult.
Removing lecturers and other teaching staff who are unwilling or unable to recognise the individual identities and ideas of students. Recording all lectures and making them available online. Providing free access to sporting equipment and entertainment.
publicise a guest lecture program accross the university for students who want to attend occasional lectures outside of their normal course.
More work experience and better information/subject outlines. There are a few subjects thats that I regret taking because I didn't know about alternatives and the subject outline provided was not specific enough. Upgrade UTSOnline. They should involve a 'real-time' element to it. For example, students could all log in at a specific time at night and chat - create an interactive space for discussion. Improve the format and look of UTS Online. Lots of students don't know about the services available to them. And most want to enjoy quality of life at uni so having weekly/fortnightly newsletters instead of monthly or sporaticlly would be great.
more recordings for distance education learners. or online lectures at night.
Nothing much really. Have absolutely no complaints about studying in ECU. Although, on a very unrelated note, help us find jobs as a trainee in our respective fields.
its all about assigning the right professor to teach the right course. i mean its a graduate level course and if the tutor is not that experienced or that course is not his/her area of expertise then how can he teach that course properly and there are times when the tutor himself is so busy with other things he cant concentrate on the course he is teaching.
Increased hands on experience. Also give relative examples to applying techniques in real situations
More one-on-one time between students and lecturers/tutors.
better dissemination of the concept of the value of a broad overview of society and ethics to complement the specialised knowledge learnt within the non-humanities degrees.
Not give important graduate level teaching positions to young upstart academics who are more concerned with their own progression than giving back to students.
I hope the lectures can be more interesting and offer some internship opportunities for students
Better communication between administration and students.
The university could employ more dedicated lecturers and choose diligently the course coordinators who would be more dedicated in teaching the students and who would have more interest and patience in explaining course materials to students.
I think more on campus sessions for external students. Better on line library. At times I find the articles I'm looking for on line (Google) after spending few hours trying to get electronic copies through Uni library.
I am very satisfied by the way things are and how the university assists me
Better academic advice, better feedback process from students and more flexibility on behalf of lecturers.
Lecturers could have assessments marked on time, students are expected to have them in on time so lecturers should have to have them back on time
providing more academic support for the students ie, consistent tutoring and advice on student's performances.
Stop cutting down subjects in Biological Sciences that are not related to marine biology
Less online component, more face-to-face. More faculty social functions and support for mature aged students and those with carer responsibilities. Mainly, less online and providing booklets of readings so one doesn't have to print out hundreds of pages or sit in front of a computer for hours at a time.
More specific group study times, so that there is a class-wide open study-session that can be passively attended by everyone.
I am happy with the way in which I am currently engaged in my study.
Some lecturers/tutors are very bland and boring
More suppot for students (personally, financially, academically etc)
More support and understanding of committments outside of university - there is no support or consideration for students who work, in fact, it is actively discouraged. Many students do not have the option of living at home, or with a partner who will pay their living expenses while they study, and it is extremely difficult, time-consuming, and stressful to try to hold down a job and study full time. Part time study is also an inadequate solution, as an 8 year degree simply isn't a practical choice for most students. Actively working with students who have other committments by offering improved online learning options, class times that are compatible with working hours, and altering assignment deadlines would all assist students integrate work and study more effectively. For example, at the moment, assignments needed to be physically handed in to the school/faculty office by 4pm, and buildings cannot be accessed after hours. This means that working students need to either take time off or miss work to hand in assignments, or hand in assignments one or two days early to fit in with their work schedule, whereas non-working students can work on their assignment all day when it is due, and hand it in easily 5 minutes before the deadline. Electronic submission of after hours drop off boxes would ease the pressure on working students. Increased resources would assist too, as it's difficult to study on campus. The libraries are large, but inadequately equipped with desks and computers, resulting in a constant circulation of students looking for a place to sit or a computer to use, with little success. Any wonder many students don't bother studying- The resources are not their to support them. Transport and parking on campus is inadequate. University shuttles operate between the university residences and points on campus, but students who live off campus have to rely on their own transport or on public transport. Public transport is inadequate - does not cover all areas of the city, and requires up to 1.5 hours worth of travel to come from some suburbs to the university. Parking is available, but not enough to accommodate even half of the staff and students, and permits for parking are expensive. This means that travelling to campus is difficult, resulting in many students who skip non-essential classes, do not study or spend their recreation time on campus because it is inconvenient and difficult. The university needs to improve transport to and from campus, and parking on campus, to encourage students to spend more time there.
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having more practical subject when at the campus.sitting in a lecture theatre is bad enough being tall, but its even harder when the subject is dry and somtimes Unnecessary .
More one on one time provided by staff after tutorials for questions relating to assignments or general topic information.
In the case of distance students they need to feel as if they are part of the virtual classroom, not treated like second class citizens just because they do their coursework via distance education.
change few staff who are not responsible enough
Improve the IT functionality and maintain up to date student information
Running of courses and administration are massive problems at the ANU. Courses are not designed around the needs of students - e.g. work, family commitments etc. Many lectures are not taped and little attention is directed towards the impact on course design on students (e.g. all tutorials being held in the same day). The ANU is slow to respond to practical barriers to learning (e.g. lack of parking spaces in a city where nearly everyone drives). Many aspects of the mid to low level administration of the university really let it down. Practical barriers detract from the educational experience the university offers.
Implementation of a comprehensive mentoring scheme has ensured that new students are engaged with the university life immediately they start. getting course web pages up earlier would be helpfull
Hiring lecturers based on teaching ability rather than academic and research success.
Some lecturers are a bit aloof or hard to approach to discuss understanding of a part of the course.
Offers more workshops that are outside of lecutre hours. I've wanted to go to some essay workshops but have been unable to attend due to lecutre clashes
Finding more interesting lecturers and competent tutors for a minority of courses who are not simply completing an honours course and dont really understand the course content anymore than students!
Be More Considerate on some certain projects
during first/second years the subjects are to general therefore to many students are in each class and there is very little if any interaction between students and lectures, (i.e. have more specific courses related to you program)
End student facilitations for all classes, with no actual teaching from tutors. Most classes revolve around watching ten minute presentations from other students, which is an absolutely useless learning experience. End low denominator group work assessment. Promote a challenging and alternative learning environment, as opposed to only emphasising job suitability as a desirable characteristic. My educational experience has been very generic and low denominatror, without any challenging material.
i have noticed that a more independant approach in other departments could be more beneficial
I would like more contact time with the the academic staff - the students are becoming increasingly aware of the time constraints that they must work within.
the university can invite more qualified staff to come and teach various subjects. The university can also offer a forum for students to go online and keep in touch with each other. The university can offer more things that students need e.g. more locations for computer use, as well as better services in terms of having the various classrooms fitted with working technology e.g. over-head projectors and microphones (for the larger lecture style rooms)
- Increased funding for further equipment, guest speakers, field trips etc to cement learning for students would be beneficial.
Using slides in most lectures and make them available online during the lecture, posting podcasts of the lecture audio after the days lectures.
Better communication between students and administration.
Identify and engage with employers of students doing "generalist" studies i.e. BArts to identify job opportunities. Stop focusing on minorities and international students. Universities should never have become money-making machines. Universities should be publically owned for Australian student placements first (lord knows we pay enough taxes!), then others on a stricly merit basis, not how much money they can pay. Why educated overseas doctors when our own candidates are knocked-back because of a stupid aptitude test run by a closed-shop of "the boys"- What happens when we've educated all these foreign students and they go home (the few that don't apply for PR -something that also needs to be fixed) and improve their own education systems. They won't need ours any more = loss of income for univerities who won't know how to survive without that income (due mostly to the "fat cats" at the top). We will become the third-world country. They will out price us in manufacturing industry, case-in -point is that we can send iron to China and have it manufactured their and sent back to us cheaper than we can produce it ourselves. We need to be less greedy-universities included.
I often feel I don't know my co-students. Perhaps social activities for students of a particular discipline would help this.
Improve the structure of the tutorials in order to provide a more interactive environment then an workbook
Really the only improvement would be on an individual basis in restructuring the Humanities department.
better communication between university and students assosiation, as well as between students assos and students
more engaging lectures with light instead of dim light that damages my eyes
more assignmets or activites to be presented or worked on in small randomly chosen groups. Helps students to get to know other students on a more personal basis. This would help those who could be feeling on the edge of their course etc.
More lines of communication available, easier access for students to a wide range of information.
setting everything out so it is easier to follow, ie. due dates and assignment requirements. dont rely so heavily on FLO
Although there was heavy social emphasis in O week and the first few weeks of Semester, almost *forcing* students to break down barriers and talk to people, and it was done very well, it wasn't followed up on quite so well. There's only so much they can do before the onus is on individuals to pick it up themselves thereafter, but this comes to some more easily than others. I felt extremely loney on a few occasions throughout the Semester, enough for it to impact my studies, and my grades. Academically, the pressure on academic staff to pass every student who continues past week 4 of a topic is counter-productive to the quality of the education, and the value of my degree. Final examinations were dumbed down so much that I literally laughed aloud during one of them at the absurdly easy content. Despite insomnia throughout the entire night before (no sleep at all) I managed to score a HD in the easiest of these. It was a joke. The quality of the learning resources themselves was much better however, so for engaged, motivated students, it is perfectly possible to get an excellent education at my Uni... It just won't necessarily be reflected by the degree itself, meaning we'll have to work that much harder after uni to differentiate ourselves to potential employers: A poor outcome for the universities, and the country.
streamlined webCT/wattle and COMPULSARY TRAINING on these before you can start studying! better publicise academic and guest lecturers/special events at ANU so that students know about them (in advance) and can plan to attend! There's a lot of great stuff out there, but unless you trawl the ANU website often it's over before you hear about it!
more flexibility with assignment due dates for those in full time employment studying at a distance would allow more time for engagement in forum discussions.
They could be more accepting of personal opinions rather than simply having to regurgitate what others have already said.
Perhaps discuss relevant career opportunities.
The work needs to be more challenging to engage students who come to uni with prior knowledge or are high achieving students. Need to provide more opportunities for students to go beyond learning the basic information, maybe independent research projects, honors options etc. so that they remain connected to the work and not bored. More student services such as gym, on-site childcare centre (for early childhood students to gain practical experience while they are waiting between classes e.g 2 or 3 hours, observe new practices and theories implemented into centre based care, observe professional in practice etc. An example would be a child care centre like mia mia at macquarie univeristy but with the opportunity for students to come and do work experience on a voluntary basis during university class breaks. This would provide students with experience and a place to observe best practice and 'new' practices implemented.) etc.
Ensuring that an individual lecture or tutorial does not try to cover too much in one class.
FLO is not designed very well, and at times I find it confusing.
Put a larger emphasis on the activities available in around the school.
Some tutors have given very little information to help from the start. It would be of great benifit to me as an external student, if the tutors could provide the correct tutor information for the unit and give prior information on required text for the units. I will behind because i need the text sent to me and i was not informed till too lateon the approriate text books needed.
make help and assistance more easily accessible
Perhaps some more flexible timetables would help. Later starts would be nice, but maybe that is being too hopeful.
seminars are workshops outside of university. The university could help with work experience in first year students so some students can find what they are good at.
The one thing I've noticed is the lack of information on course structure, making students confused at times on which role they play within their course.
Offer more classes for certain subjects and also try and extend the exam period so that we have more time to relax a little bit around here
More thorough teaching of some of the unfamier basic principles in different courses that many may not be entirely familiar with
This may not apply to many other degrees but particuarly with music, improved facilities may help.
Perhaps a clearer outline of the main ideas of the courses but that can end up being too much of a hand out and can take away from the learning expirence so it's understandable as to why it's not that clear.
More involvement outside of classes for practical demonstration of concepts.
Consistency throughout lecturers i.e they all have different rules and ways of setting out their part of the paper, it would be less confusing if all lecturers and tutors were on the same wavelength. i could spend less time remembering each lecturers particular rules and more time getting assignments done etc.
Make recordings of Tutorial and Practical Sessions. Just like they have Lectopia which is recordings of Lectures.
Supplement activities to practice recently gained knowledge.
the only thing that the school could do to improve is to maybe prepare and give students some of the information, study guides etc a little earlier than the first day of the semester
See actual results of tests, where answers were wrong, so we can learn from them.
More social acctivities to meet students from other subjects.
Group work disadvantages individuals - individuals are not marked for only their contribution as they are claimed to be and the vast majority of students share a distaste for it. Some topics are taught in a non-interesting way - if humor or more interesting aspects of the topic could be included, student's attention and enthusiasm would increase.
My opinion is probably tainted by my year as an external mature age student. Initially this semester there were technical problems with my enrolment. This put me behind, learnline then wouldn't let me do links. Then the book shop sent my core text somewhere else and it took 2.5 weeks for me to get them. This put me behind. Initially when new students start, there needs to be an online checking tutorial to ensure students have compatible computer programs, fire wall protection to cope with submitting assignments making links and a system in place easy to use as an external student there is a mammoth amount to absorb and orientate yourself with let alone submitting work etc. I strongly suggest learning online needs to have online lectures, audio or visual, as a podcast regularly so external students can see and hear as a big part of learning not just reading multiple text. Reading is fine but it not very interesting without a variety of mediums to take on all the information and ideas. Discussion groups are fine but I don't really have the time to put into it and I think again a podcast of tutorial would be more interesting than reading everything from the computer. Maybe these links could be through the leanline pages, like I have seen videos put on like this. This would make me feel more involved. As I am doing a teaching degree, I would have thought multi-literacies and learning styles should be known throughout Australian Universities. Thanks
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the university could get some of the lectures to travel around therefore giving the other campuses a more personel relationship with the lectures and subject co-ordinator's
more career forums and interaction with graduate students to acccess employment opportunities and job scope. Relevant preparations to deal with career pathways.
More class time, smaller class sizes, more participation in tuts
Make it easier for us to know whats going on. its all very complicated and hard to get used to for new students.
Parking and power points in lectures to charge laptops
Provide some social functions both on and off campus. Because no one lives on campus we tend to have little to do with each other outside of our classes. Provide a community kitchen that we could all use, instead of having to buy lunch at the canteen... too expensive.
They could use more interactive technology to engage the students.
More information needs to be provided about how to learn externally, maybe a section that externals can access specifically where they can chat with other externals and get help from experienced external students. Increase the amount of courses available a rural campuses
I think they are doing a pretty good job.
For some of my subjects last semester we had a discussion board on blackboard where the students, lecturers and tutors could post and answer questions about the lecture material, assignments etc. I found this really helpful and I think all of the subjects should have one
encourage more social events for ALL students, or making it compulsory for a bit of extra-curricular activities
No voting for student union - we do not need the fliers.
More information in preparing for the first week of uni in O week for example: identifying the need to print out the study guide and the initial readings.
More information to first years as to how to engage in the uni and with the lecturers in order to learn to study in a relevant way to the different courses and uni's.
There are some subhect coordinators that do not give the support needed by distance education students when they are relied upon to be a bit more involved with the subject queries and progression.
Im not a fan of the video lectures. I came to this university becuase at the university in my home town it was all done ovver conference but havnt achieved anyhitng. Think there needs to be more lectures so there in the class to answer questions
Make the registration system a lot simpler and easier to use without it being overloaded causing a lot of frustration.
Better feedback regarding assignments and tutorial discussions.
By facilitating programs that better bring students together.
it could organize more interactive activities in lectures and tutorial in order to help us learn more effectively.
Maybe more communication between staff and students - and a clarity on marks eg if subjects are scaled or not.
More education surrounding how to use technology as so much of course is online.
To ensure that if there is a change to a course timetable, students are notified personally, instead of being expected to research and find out for themselves, often after the start of semester
more interactive lectures and tutorials instead of just listening for an hour or two
allowing work placement opportunities earlier in the course - allows students to ensure that they are in the right course for them
More constructive, and effective feedback from tutors/lecturers. Also, an improved, and upgraded marking key's or rubric's for assessments.
Regarding, - 'very mature age students'. 1. Provide an initial acknowledgment of ones presence. 2. Try to address the lack of 'belongingness' felt by many mature age students. 3. Provide or seriously encourage forums or opportunities for informal communication related to the students subject matter. 4. Provide an opportunity for feedback and clarification of minor questions of sundry matters in order to save countless unneccessary Student hours and frustrations, that a concientious student is forced into....... In short, address, the cold non-inclusive, atmosphere. opportunity for communicating on the subjects, equal or better than than the local pub. Provide feedback and clarification when needed.
Since I am studying externally I am not too sure what improvements could be made.
less groups work and no peer review, as it did have major complications which greatly affected my marks. also coordinators should reply to emails.
Understanding of work load between subjects for time management. Units can communicate with each other on the deadlines of assignments.
This is my first year at UniSA so I am currently unsure of what could be done better as I am very satisfied with the overall university experience to date.
More campus activity at all the the different campus's in adelaide.
Some of the lecturers have a very strong accent which makes it difficult to understand them when they are explaining a large amount of information. I only have one lecturer with this problem but I'd rather not have it at all.
encourage new students (ie send letter) to spend a week navigating learnline prior to commencement of first semester.
I feel there isn't enough student feedback of lectures and none of teaching fellows. There have been some lectures and teaching fellows that have been hard to approch and they have put me off the subjsect. There have been others who feel simalar about these people but I'm unsure of the path ways to inform of these issues.
There needs to be more areas for group study in a relaxed environment. Like common/lounge rooms, where people can get together and study without having to book the rooms, also facilities close by that include things like microwaves, and sinks.
having lecture notes put up in advance for all lectures
offer more "hands on" experience trainig...
the university needs to better the upkeep of giving students avalibable information. Fpr example cotinually making sure that people are aware of teh when assignments are due etc.
Hands on learning. Not through a interent site which is faulty.
- more help with assignments in classrooms. - questions and conversations happening more often within lectures to help with understanding a topic before the workshop.
Inta-faculty discussion on timetable allocation
more directions to student when they first started, instead of they have to find out everything themselves. The Uni should give new students a orientation before they start, because when I first started, I had no idea where to check my time table, where is the the classes being held and just had no ideas how the uni study works.
Possibly more help classes, a chance to meet lectures and tutors one on one.
Small tutorial groups so there is more one on on time with tutors.
The conduction of activities in which we implement and practice the principles that have been taught to us in lectures.
Some staff training in lecture presentation. Smaller groups/lecture size.
More one on one time to help give students a greater chance of understanding.
More information on where to find guidance within the university e.g. what courses should i take- Am i doing the right courses for my degree-
More consultation w students eg. LEVY! :)
More information to first year students, especially out of towners. I'm from a rural town in Central Queensland, and moving to Brisbane really scared me, and I feel there wasn't altogether that much help provided by QUT to help me settle in.
Make classes a little shorter for some workshops.
Maybe also provide video records of lectures in case people miss them due to illness.
Mainly by improving lectures to obtain and keep students attention.
being more seective with teachers. Making partiularly sure they can communicate effectively in enlish and actually convey their nowledge in an intersting way
I am currently enrolled in a business course which is quite large and i would find it easier to learn and interact with others if the siz eof the tutorials were smaller as the large numbers of people in the room can be distracting and hard to get the most from the tutor.
Try not to overload lectures with information, especially with human biology/anatomy based units where it is similar to learning another language. All this does is makes the students 'switch off' and makes them dislike the unit.
Perhaps to bring in to the lectures more real life experiences as well as the academic side, but otherwise I really enjoy going to all lectures and tutorials.
make podcasts easier to access more explanation on slides being able to email teaching fellows anytime
I think a student will be engaged if they enjoy the course they are studying and if they do not then they will not be engaged so I think its more that they need to ensure students are happy in the course they're in and then they will be more engaged.
More practical classes for Media, Film and Communication instead of a theory based degree.
standardize the online access to course resources. Some use blackboard, some have their own website on the school's 'net, and there's no one way which the url could be constructed to find a course's website. It varies from school to school.
Not a lot, maybe give the lectureres more resources to use to get the students interested.
Providing more student activities, more help and hints with assignment rather than just talking at the students during lectures
More smaller groups/tutorials/workshops with time to access tutors and course coordinators personally
How to study programs done over one day instead of two hour sessions as i am travelling 2 houre for a 2 hour lesson. Makes it hard to attend.
pod cast of actual face to face lectures
Some lectures for instance should not be run simulataneously. As the other theatre has to watch a live streaming it actually is not worth for some people coming so far to just watch a video. It maybe best to have on the lecture on a different day
having more time with lectures and less with a computer better lecture times not 4-6pm not having online or filmed lectures
offer way more courses so they're not stuck taking a course thats of second best interest....
hand out more lecture notes for students have social events for students to interact with each other and have other uni functions and events, have a dining area for students,
have a greater international/ domestic study system.
Maybe by including more group interactions during classes, so that we can get to know others and feel more comfortable in our environment, I know as a first year it was very difficult to get to know anyone and very nerving, it would make it easier with group work and help us be more confident with getting involved in classes.
Sometimes I find lectures boring and hard to follow. Im not a listening person and feel as though I need to be doing more than listening. Perhaps some practical work could be tied into some of the lectures.
just keep interacting with the students and allow us to ask any questions etc, using diagrams and animations etc to keep our attention......
More individual work and more within our disipline
Provide more (free) groups that can help with course-work
The assessment/result process, for example the appeal process isn't long enough, most results aren't accessible to students until after we are able to appeal our marks, this doesn't make sense and isn't very fair!
The way the information given is set out in the powerpoint and relate more to real life situations to make it easier to relate and understand
more focus on individual engineering degrees in first year instead of broad focus on all of them
The lecturers could be more approachable and less intimidating in some cases
Technology and computer services could be updated and increased, some lecturers/tutors could be encouraged to further utilize the online Blackboard resources
Post lecture notes at the beginning of the semester so people can get organised.
present material in more interesting ways
can't think of anything at the time being.
Nothing they are always trying to enhance the learning experience for the student body.
More and better support for people who work full time and who do not have the ability to get to the university when the majority of things are open or when extracurricular studies are taking place, even things such as the UCB or the hubs
smaller tutorial groups, better trained tutors
Better explain expectations for assignments (and reduce emphasis on group assessments - this issue is especially prominent, given the number of students who are admitted to the university even though they are not competent in English).
students that dont attend lectures and tutes should be encouraged to come to classes more, its really unfair on those students there everyday
I think that the university needs to do more things that encourage students to get together and meet one another. I think that it needs to find ways to get students to interact and make new friends.
More relevant courses. Better standards of assessment, including significantly improving moderation and consistency.
hand back ALL assignments inform us of when assignments are ready to be picked up
Greater amounts of time some lecturers and tutors are available outside of class time. Some are only available while other lectures are on, not allowing some students the easy access for out of class queries.
classes could be more engaging and relevent.
Class room sizes have been too small for amount of students in some cases. This could be improved. Some students have had to sit on the floor.
Allow more one on one time with lecturers for extra understanding. It seems difficult to go to 3 different people (lecturers and tutorers) that all give you different views on the same topic... views that the other lecturers/tutorers wont accept. Hard to keep on the same wave length as everybody.
Letters to be sent by mail rather than always on the internet as some people do not have computers or internet all the time and may miss crucial information that is not repeated in person or during contact hours
I think the course could be more practically based.
smaller class sized, 550 people per lecture is a bit steep, tutorial provided for all people and and all races, not just maori/pacific island students.if they get free tutorials they should have higher entrance standards than those who are not provided
less boring teachers, more interesting subject matter
Having slightly smaller classes so that students do not go unnoticed
Last semester I was part of the First Year Health Sciences course, which promotes lack of social interaction and participation in all areas aside from study due to the excessive (and often misguided) workload this course requires in order to gain entry into Professional Courses. This course needs to be seriously evaluted, or dropped altogether as I believe Post Graduate entry into Medicine (and other Professional Courses) is the most efficient method of producing doctors etc of the hightest calibre.
N/A doing sciences I am usually already relatively engaged with other students
Not sure, I am enjoying the academic aspect of the university.
Less reliance on the web discussion board. I can appreciate that many subject contain many students and so the website is convenient but no one uses it. It has issues and is frustrating at best of times.
Spread assignments out a little more, so students have more opportunity to collaborate
Having tutorials for language learning students

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