PhD candidate Stephanie Holm has been announced as the recipient of the prestigious Children’s Literature Fellowship from the State Library of Victoria.

Miss Holm, PhD candidate in the field of Natural History Illustration, will receive funding to develop a graphic novel exploring representations of Australian fauna and flora in early Australian children’s book publishing.

“I’m incredibly excited and elated to have this opportunity. Illustrating and books are two of my greatest interests, …

University of Newcastle – Location and Lifestyle

Situated on the sunny East Coast of Australia, Newcastle is one of the world’s most beautiful coastal cities – it attracts thousands of international students, every year. It has been ranked as the 5th Most Liveable City In The World by the Lonely Planet Guide (2011). Once you’ve experienced it for yourself, you’ll understand why.

Newcastle’s international students enjoy the area’s bustling culture, without the stress of more expensive Australian cities. …

ACCOMMODATION TYPES AT
 THE UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE AUSTRALIA

I am often asked about accommodation and what is available to students and the best type of accommodation to get. The University of Newcastle Australia have it explained perfectly! Note, temporary accommodation is a great way to start. Have somewhere to go to when you land and while you attend orientation week etc!

TEMPORARY ACCOMMODATION

International students who are intending to live off-campus generally choose to stay somewhere temporarily (approximately 3 – 10 days) while they source more permanent housing. …

Want to live on campus at the University of Newcastle in Australia. Well, you can for a bit cheaper now that they’ve waived the application fee! 

The University of Newcastle (UoN) has waived the $100 application fee for living on campus. Students can apply now free of charge to be part of our vibrant living environment.

Living on campus at the University of Newcastle offers a range of unique benefits to students that simply can’t be found in other accommodation. …

Today’s blog will contain very little text. I wanted to give you all a break on the Monday before Christmas, I know, I know, I’m too good. So, take a break from reading for today and watch and listen to the great videos we have on our Youtube channel below. You’ll find video’s for individual universities, video’s on their different programs and faculty’s, the university itself and life in the cities and towns surrounding them! …

Dave Lotimer is a Canadian student who recently finished his studies within the Law faculty at University of Newcastle.

Here is what he had to say about his journey….

DAVE LOTIMER (CANADA)

What better way to find out about the experience our international students have at UON than to let them tell you themselves? Our new student profile videos take you into the lives of a diverse range of students from a variety of countries. …