VU Ready Skills Lab

Monday 17 February 2025, 9–11am
Monday 17 February 2025, 2–4pm
Tuesday 18 February 2025, 2–4pm
Wednesday 19 February 2025, 2–4pm
Thursday 20 February 2025, 2–4pm

70-104 Ballarat Rd, Footscray, VIC 3011, AU
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Free

Join the VU Ready Skills Lab, an interactive on-campus program designed to help you transition smoothly into university life. Build your academic skills, connect with friendly staff and fellow students, and gain the confidence to succeed in your studies!

Program highlights

Four engaging 2-hour workshops delivered during Orientation Week (Monday 17 Feb to Thursday 20 Feb 2024) at Footscray Park Campus.
Choose individual sessions or attend them all to boost your academic skills to the maximum!
Meet other new students as well as our friendly team of Learning Advisors!

Workshop schedule

Workshop Title	What's covered?	When & Where?
Thriving in Uni Life	Goal-setting, time management, wellbeing, and mental health.	Monday 17 Feb, 2–4pm Footscray Park Campus
Engage & Excel in Class	Group work, presentation skills, and public speaking.	Tuesday 18 Feb, 2– 4pm Footscray Park Campus
Study Success Essentials	Critical thinking, reading, note-taking, research, and assignment rubrics.	Wednesday 19 Feb, 2–4pm Footscray Park Campus
Academic Writing Toolkit	Academic writing, referencing, academic integrity, and assignment expectations.	Monday 17 Feb, 9–11am Thursday 20 Feb, 2–4pm (repeat session) Footscray Park Campus

Why attend?

Learn essential academic skills such as effective writing, time management, and public speaking.
Access helpful resources and tips tailored to new university students.
Meet fellow students and create lasting connections.

Don’t miss out!

Spots are limited, so register now to secure your place! Bring your laptop or mobile device if you have one (limited loan laptops will also be available).

We can’t wait to see you there!