9. Resources and Technology
9.1 Do I need to purchase textbooks or other materials?
9.2 What academic support is provided?
9.3 What computer/IT support is provided?
9.4 How do I access online resources?
9.5 Can I access the library?
9.6 Do I need a printer?
9.1 Do I need to purchase textbooks or other materials?
All units require that you access reading materials. Some units have textbooks, others have a selection of journal articles or book chapters. Some have both. For most units you will be required to buy a textbook. In many units you will be able to download additional readings in the form of pdf files from either the unit homepage, or the UNE Library.
9.2 What academic support is provided?
Each unit has an academic staff member as coordinator to provide academic support. The unit homepage has tools which make interaction with your coordinator easy, and you can expect a quick response to any questions that you have. We also have a Student Advisor who fields any questions about the degree generally, and troubleshoots any problems you might encounter.
9.3 What computer/IT support is provided?
There is stdent help available via the Blackboard online learning system, and the IT Service Desk provides computer support to all enrolled UNE students: Email: servicedesk@une.edu.au.
9.4 How do I access online resources?
Once you are enrolled, you'll get a UNE student username and password and be able to access your units via MyUNE. From the MyUnits page within MyUNE, you can visit the UNE Library homepage. There you will find directions for searching numerous online databases, and be able to access readings specifically listed for your units.
9.5 Can I access the library?
Yes, visit the UNE Library homepage – select “External Student” or “e-resources” or “e-skills” and follow the directions. Alternatively, you can access the UNE Library fom within MyUNE.
9.6 Do I need a printer?
Not officially. However most students find access to a printer to be very useful. Many readings are available online as pdf files. In our experience most people prefer to read from paper than a computer screen, so you will find it useful to have the ability to print course notes and readings.