I was literally scouring the internet for a video like this the past 6 months for before I come to uni this Feb. not to glaze too hard but you literally couldn't have explained this stuff clearer, so THANK YOU
this video was so helpful, i'm from Perth and i'm wanting to go to UNSW next year for uni, the biggest thing i'm worried about is making friends since i'll literally know noone 😭. Would you say people tend to stick close to their highschool friends? and are the people there friendly?
@Shriya-q6g Beat of luck getting in! If you end up living on campus, that would help a ton! Also, if you want to avoid high school cliques, then join the societies. It does exist there somewhat, but I didn't have many people from my high school go UNSW and still found it quite easy to make society friends :)
Hey mate! Awesome video! I’ve just subscribed! I do have a question though! Since I’m currently in high school in QLD, how difficult is it to get into UNSW for a bachelors in Computer Science (or even engineering?) I’d appreciate if you answer this! Thanks!
Thanks for commenting from Queensland! UNSW Comp Sci is decently difficult, the ATAR required is 90, engineering is around the same but it depends what type you do. Best of luck! Hope to see you here.
@ ohh! I have a few follow up questions, if you could answer them. 1.) Is 90 ATAR a guaranteed admission or the minimum required? (cuz unimelb has a guaranteed admission score too) 2.) Is the Computer Science degree worth getting? Since id have to move from QLD to NSW? And is it true that UNSW is the best engineering university in Australia?
@yxsh10 1) it's the lowest selection rank, so including bonus points. But it should be guaranteed (unless a bunch more people decide to do comp sci in your year and push up the minimum requirement) 2) Depends on you! If you enjoy coding then that's a factor. The job market is really oversaturated right now though so you will need to prove yourself some way to get a job, usually through high marks and a substantial portfolio. And yes UNSW is known as the best but it's not as if you NEED to go to UNSW to get a coding job. They will push you more than other institutions but idk if it's worth it if its the sole reason you are moving to NSW. IDK much about their programs but UQ has a good reputation from what I know.
How do the camps work? Does my society organize a camp for its members? Or is it a thing only for internal members? Also is it easier to participate in a society if you live on campus rather than off campus?
Yes, the society will have organised the camps already for you. You just need to find a society which has a camp (usually your faculty) and join them and wait for them to post their event page for camp, then buy a ticket! It's run by internal members, for external members. And for whether it's easier to participate, I would say it doesn't make much of a difference since most people live off campus. Of course, since most events are run on-campus, or in the city if you live close to campus then it becomes a bit easier. But as long as you're willing to show up, that's what matters!
While I haven't personally done much college stuff, they are very much alive, especially the kensington colleges and colombo. There's an event nearly everyday and party's every week. So if you're going to one of those you'll have plenty of fun :) try not to completely fail your degree tho HAHA
Thank you for this video! This has been very helpful thank you! I was wondering how you would set up a progression plan for your course? I hear a lot of people are using circle, is that a good app? I also have tried it but it doesn't work cos I'm doing a double degree. Also do you think a double degree is worth the time and money?
well UNSW actually just created a new service called 'MyPlan' which isn't available for everyone but is worth checking for your degree. It has a planning feature and an up-to-date progression tracker! I probably should've mentioned that in retrospect haha. And whether a double degree is worth it depends on what it is. I think it's worth it as long as you're doing something you enjoy or which is relevant to your desired career path. But for example, for comp sci, it's really unecessary, as long as you have a portfolio and know how to code. But for something like arts its almost essential haha
Glad to have you! Vibes in the uni are great if you can find the right people. You might struggle as a post grad joining many of the societies tho as they are very undergrad focused. I'd recommend taking a look at any postgraduate focused societies or some of the volunteering programs
well I should clarify that I did drop out HAHA. But the biggest thing with law is that there is the readings. They're dense and there's a LOT of them. finding an effective way to understand the material is crucial. I used to use previous HD students notes on StuDocu and that helped a heap with comprehension. The second thing is they'll teach you IRAC in your intro to law, make sure to really understand that, because many students who understand the content fail in its application (which IRAC is a framework for - like PETAL/TEEL in English). And lastly, try and join the LawPlus mentoring program, it's a really good intro to everything law! Hope that helps :)
Do you have any time management tips (especially for engineering if you know of some). I tried my best with time management during yr 11 but I gave it up 2 terms in and went with the flow, which I don't wanna do again.
Biggest thing with time management is definitely building habits and having the discipline to apply then consistently and forgive yourself when you need a day's break, just making sure not to turn it into a weeks break. It's hard but that's the reality. I'd recommend looking into channels like improvement pill, his tamed course specifically, or the book atomic habits
@@CuriousCockatoo Thanks a lot for your advice, I think I've forgotten this is reality and its actually happening so I'll definitely have to build some habits.
im doing a ba of arts and majoring in the three ppe pillars because I'm hoping to transfer to a ba of ppe after 2 terms. do you have any advice or thoughts on the ppe degree?
@dashi3l sure thing, I can tell you my experience. Firstly, imo the econ part sucks. I loved economics in high school but in uni it is basically just covering the same year 12 concepts but now with more math. If you like math that's fine tho, but you learn more econ theory in pols and philosophy courses. It's also difficult to get a job with ppe since you're such a generalist, it's not enough econ to justify the jobs associated with that degree, philosophy has no direct work, and politics is really aimed to government or non for profits. So you're left with either pursuing government, union, or consulting jobs once you graduated. Most of my ppe friends did law in addition to or as a masters after their ppe degree. And I am now doing a bachelor of comp sci. BUT I wouldn't have changed everything because I genuinely loved the classes I did. Sad part is employability, so make sure to get experience as you study if you want to get a grad job.
@@CuriousCockatoo i really appreciate the advice! i was planning to do a masters in public policy after i finish my undergrad because like you said it seems that many people struggle with employment after graduating. econ sounds like a bit of a shame because i also did it for my hsc and im not particularly into math but im sure it will end up being alright (especially when combined with the other areas of study). hopefully it all ends up coming together.
you login to moodle through UNSW's specific moodle, look up moodle telt and it will take you to a site that should let you log in using your UNSW account. You won't have any courses yet but they'll pop up a week or two before class
@davidwalker7312 good question, I'd say all the admin stuff still applies. But ngl I got no idea. Even here for med students they don't do trimesters they do terms, so the scheme might be diff there too
Can general education course be any course outside my faculty. Coz there are some course not in the list of general education but they are outside my faculty
I was literally scouring the internet for a video like this the past 6 months for before I come to uni this Feb. not to glaze too hard but you literally couldn't have explained this stuff clearer, so THANK YOU
very nice to see how many people this video has impacted! keep this up man your videos are very informative
wow im a 2nd year student and i wish i had this when i started uni.
this video was so helpful, i'm from Perth and i'm wanting to go to UNSW next year for uni, the biggest thing i'm worried about is making friends since i'll literally know noone 😭. Would you say people tend to stick close to their highschool friends? and are the people there friendly?
@Shriya-q6g Beat of luck getting in! If you end up living on campus, that would help a ton! Also, if you want to avoid high school cliques, then join the societies. It does exist there somewhat, but I didn't have many people from my high school go UNSW and still found it quite easy to make society friends :)
thanks for the video lol im not even going to unsw this year but it helped
Hey mate! Awesome video! I’ve just subscribed!
I do have a question though! Since I’m currently in high school in QLD, how difficult is it to get into UNSW for a bachelors in Computer Science (or even engineering?)
I’d appreciate if you answer this!
Thanks!
Thanks for commenting from Queensland! UNSW Comp Sci is decently difficult, the ATAR required is 90, engineering is around the same but it depends what type you do. Best of luck! Hope to see you here.
@ ohh! I have a few follow up questions, if you could answer them.
1.) Is 90 ATAR a guaranteed admission or the minimum required? (cuz unimelb has a guaranteed admission score too)
2.) Is the Computer Science degree worth getting? Since id have to move from QLD to NSW? And is it true that UNSW is the best engineering university in Australia?
@yxsh10 1) it's the lowest selection rank, so including bonus points. But it should be guaranteed (unless a bunch more people decide to do comp sci in your year and push up the minimum requirement)
2) Depends on you! If you enjoy coding then that's a factor. The job market is really oversaturated right now though so you will need to prove yourself some way to get a job, usually through high marks and a substantial portfolio. And yes UNSW is known as the best but it's not as if you NEED to go to UNSW to get a coding job. They will push you more than other institutions but idk if it's worth it if its the sole reason you are moving to NSW. IDK much about their programs but UQ has a good reputation from what I know.
How do the camps work? Does my society organize a camp for its members? Or is it a thing only for internal members? Also is it easier to participate in a society if you live on campus rather than off campus?
Yes, the society will have organised the camps already for you. You just need to find a society which has a camp (usually your faculty) and join them and wait for them to post their event page for camp, then buy a ticket! It's run by internal members, for external members.
And for whether it's easier to participate, I would say it doesn't make much of a difference since most people live off campus. Of course, since most events are run on-campus, or in the city if you live close to campus then it becomes a bit easier. But as long as you're willing to show up, that's what matters!
What about colleges and partying? Do they have partys? Are colleges dead? Have you been to any college parties without being in college
While I haven't personally done much college stuff, they are very much alive, especially the kensington colleges and colombo. There's an event nearly everyday and party's every week. So if you're going to one of those you'll have plenty of fun :) try not to completely fail your degree tho HAHA
Thank you for this video! This has been very helpful thank you! I was wondering how you would set up a progression plan for your course? I hear a lot of people are using circle, is that a good app? I also have tried it but it doesn't work cos I'm doing a double degree. Also do you think a double degree is worth the time and money?
well UNSW actually just created a new service called 'MyPlan' which isn't available for everyone but is worth checking for your degree. It has a planning feature and an up-to-date progression tracker! I probably should've mentioned that in retrospect haha. And whether a double degree is worth it depends on what it is. I think it's worth it as long as you're doing something you enjoy or which is relevant to your desired career path. But for example, for comp sci, it's really unecessary, as long as you have a portfolio and know how to code. But for something like arts its almost essential haha
Hey man, I’m an exchange student from Canada and I love the video,
What is the vibes after university? How is it post grad
Glad to have you! Vibes in the uni are great if you can find the right people. You might struggle as a post grad joining many of the societies tho as they are very undergrad focused. I'd recommend taking a look at any postgraduate focused societies or some of the volunteering programs
Yo come to badminton club!!!
Hi! Do you have any specific advice for law students as you mentioned in your previous video that you were one
well I should clarify that I did drop out HAHA. But the biggest thing with law is that there is the readings. They're dense and there's a LOT of them. finding an effective way to understand the material is crucial. I used to use previous HD students notes on StuDocu and that helped a heap with comprehension. The second thing is they'll teach you IRAC in your intro to law, make sure to really understand that, because many students who understand the content fail in its application (which IRAC is a framework for - like PETAL/TEEL in English). And lastly, try and join the LawPlus mentoring program, it's a really good intro to everything law! Hope that helps :)
Do you have any time management tips (especially for engineering if you know of some). I tried my best with time management during yr 11 but I gave it up 2 terms in and went with the flow, which I don't wanna do again.
Biggest thing with time management is definitely building habits and having the discipline to apply then consistently and forgive yourself when you need a day's break, just making sure not to turn it into a weeks break. It's hard but that's the reality. I'd recommend looking into channels like improvement pill, his tamed course specifically, or the book atomic habits
@@CuriousCockatoo Thanks a lot for your advice, I think I've forgotten this is reality and its actually happening so I'll definitely have to build some habits.
im doing a ba of arts and majoring in the three ppe pillars because I'm hoping to transfer to a ba of ppe after 2 terms. do you have any advice or thoughts on the ppe degree?
@dashi3l sure thing, I can tell you my experience. Firstly, imo the econ part sucks. I loved economics in high school but in uni it is basically just covering the same year 12 concepts but now with more math. If you like math that's fine tho, but you learn more econ theory in pols and philosophy courses. It's also difficult to get a job with ppe since you're such a generalist, it's not enough econ to justify the jobs associated with that degree, philosophy has no direct work, and politics is really aimed to government or non for profits. So you're left with either pursuing government, union, or consulting jobs once you graduated. Most of my ppe friends did law in addition to or as a masters after their ppe degree. And I am now doing a bachelor of comp sci. BUT I wouldn't have changed everything because I genuinely loved the classes I did. Sad part is employability, so make sure to get experience as you study if you want to get a grad job.
@@CuriousCockatoo i really appreciate the advice! i was planning to do a masters in public policy after i finish my undergrad because like you said it seems that many people struggle with employment after graduating. econ sounds like a bit of a shame because i also did it for my hsc and im not particularly into math but im sure it will end up being alright (especially when combined with the other areas of study). hopefully it all ends up coming together.
How do you access Moodle for lectures? Are we meant to already have the login info?
you login to moodle through UNSW's specific moodle, look up moodle telt and it will take you to a site that should let you log in using your UNSW account. You won't have any courses yet but they'll pop up a week or two before class
Do you think this apples to adfa too? Since it’s technically ran by unsw too
@davidwalker7312 good question, I'd say all the admin stuff still applies. But ngl I got no idea. Even here for med students they don't do trimesters they do terms, so the scheme might be diff there too
@ thanks for that
Can general education course be any course outside my faculty. Coz there are some course not in the list of general education but they are outside my faculty
@infinitypokeblader9808 not every course can be used for general Ed, it has to say "general education" in the course handbook
@@CuriousCockatoo Can I ask for special permission to allow it to be counted as a Gen Ed
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