graduates. Surveys conducted by the Graduate Careers Council
of Australia have found that graduates with postgraduate
qualifications are more likely to be employed full-time than those
with Bachelor degrees, and with substantially higher earnings.
With this in mind, La Trobe University has a comprehensive range
of career services designed to help you get ahead. Services
include one-on-one careers counselling and career planning, job
interview practise, resume checking, regular seminars and events
(e.g. the Graduate Recruitment Expo), access to a careers library,
and an online careers and employment database where students
can find part-time employment opportunities.
are available.
students. Counsellors are available, by appointment, to help
students deal confidentially with any problems they may be facing.
Counselling staff are committed to providing an environment that
is respectful of cultural diversity and individual differences.
and equal participation of all students and staff at La Trobe
University and fosters an environment free of discrimination and
harassment. If you are considering applying to study at La Trobe
University and think you may require support, it is important to
contact the staff at the EDC as soon as possible. This will enable
EDC staff to determine your eligibility for services and set up
support arrangements prior to your study commencing.
to help students adjust to living in Australia. We understand the
difficulties international students might face in adjusting to a
new culture and landscape, making new friends and studying
successfully, all at the same time. Our staff will ensure you don't
have to cope with this all on your own. Services provided include:
· A Welcome Festival orientation program and an Arrival Guide
· Staff who offer advice and support on personal, financial or
La Trobe University
exchange program
available to students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Experienced
staff provide support for computer facilities. All students are given
an email account for the duration of their course.