Faculty of Arts Asia Institute

Networks

The who's who of the Institute and the University. Where to go if you need advice or assistance about anything at all and how to make sure you stay in the loop and get to know your fellow postgrads!

Need Assistance?

If you are experiencing difficulties with any aspect of your studies at the Institute, or if you just have questions, please feel free to contact any of the people listed below, as well as your supervisor or subject coordinator.

Nadine Blair
Nadine is the Postgraduate Programs Officer and is your official go-to person. See her for any general questions you have, if you need someone's signature or feel free to just pop in for a chat. Nadine welcomes feedback on all things postgrad, so let her know if you have suggestions about anything you would like to see happen around the department.

Student Representation

At present the Institute does not have a student representative. If you would like to volunteer, or know someone you think would be great, please contact Nadine. She would be happy to provide information about what the role entails.

The Institute has a Research and Graduate Studies (RAGS) Committee which meets a number of times a year to discuss postgraduate matters. The Committee is currently chaired by Deputy Director Carolyn Stevens who also attends the Faculty RAGS Committee on behalf of the Institute. Should you have any matters of concern which you would like drawn to the attention of the Committee (Institute or Faculty), please contact either Carolyn, or the Postgraduate Programs officer.

Librarians

Aline Scott-Maxwell
The Institute's librarian for Indonesian Studies is available one day each fortnight (usually Monday, Room 230A) to assist postgraduate students with sourcing information and resources. She can also provide assistance to postgraduates in Arabic and Islamic Studies.
Michelle Hall
Michelle is the Japanese Studies Librarian in the East Asian Collection and is located on the 3rd floor of the Baillieu Library.Ph 8344-5365 or 8344-0444. Michelle may also be contacted for help with Arabic and Islamic Studies.
Bick-Har Yeung
Bick-har is the East Asian Librarian in the East Asian Collection responsible for Chinese Studies. She is located on the 3rd floor of the Baillieu Library. Ph: 8344-5362 or 8344-0444.

Note: There is no subject-specific librarian for Arabic and Islamic Studies. Please see the Indonesian librarian, Dr Aline Scott-Maxwell, or the Japanese Studies librarian, Ms Michelle Hall, for assistance in these areas.

Staying in the Loop

All Asia Institute postgrads are automatically subscribed to the postgrad mailing list. There is a postgraduate bulletin sent by email each Monday during semester with information about events on campus, opportunities to attend conferences or have work published, important dates to remember, as well as things happening in the wider community.

In addition to the email bulletin, the School recommends research students in particular subscribe to the following email updates:

There are also semi-regular get-togethers for postgraduates and staff to meet and socialise. Any suggestions for events or celebrations are warmly welcomed!

Get Involved!

All Honours and postgraduate students are encouraged to participate in the Asia Institute Seminar Series. This forum provides students (and staff) the opportunity to present their research to their peers and receive helpful feedback (and, of course, critical acclaim!).

University Contacts & Support Services

Faculty of Arts

The Faculty of Arts is located in the Old Arts building, and is responsible for the administration of all coursework and Masters by research degrees. Contact the Faculty office if you want to make an appointment with a course adviser, apply for a Leave of Absence, or if you have any general queries including course admission and selection, subject and course withdrawal and credit applications. The Faculty can be contacted by telephone on 8344 5235; by email at:

Coursework students should visit: http://arts-unimelb.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/arts_unimelb.cfg/php/enduser/ask.php.

School of Graduate Research (SGR)

SGR has a major role in the administration of the University's research higher degrees, administering all PhD candidates as well as Masters by Research students in Science. They also provide a range of programs and services for postgraduate students and staff. See SGR if you have any questions related to your enrolment or aspects of your candidature. Their website is an excellent resource.

University of Melbourne Postgraduate Association (UMPA)

UMPA provides postgraduate students with a range of support services and strong representation and advocacy on a range of matters concerning postgraduate students. It lobbies on postgraduate educational issues at all levels of the university and in the wider community. It provides services to postgraduates, including academic advice and support, study spaces, bursaries, workshops, social gatherings, cultural events, publications, funding to student groups, a computer lab and a print-room.

UMPA can also provide independent advice if you are experiencing problems with anything from supervision to leave arrangements.

Student Support Services

Chaplaincy

Chaplains represent different faith groups in the wider community. At the University, the team of chaplains consist of Christian chaplains from the Catholic, Anglican, Uniting and Lutheran Churches and a Jewish Chaplain (positions for chaplains of other faith traditions are currently vacant). The Chaplaincy offers students a place to discuss values, commitments and faith, or to think through how these are affected by your study, to get some information about different faiths, and how these faiths work or to find out about places of worship as well as guidance on other issues. Telephone: 8344 7566

Counselling

If you are having personal, family, work or other problems, a counsellor can help you to gain a clearer understanding the problem, and identify appropriate strategies or options for you to consider. The Counselling Service is located at Level 2, 138 Cardigan Street in Carlton, ph: 8344 6927/6928. It is recommended that you drop in or call ahead to make an appointment.

Disability Liaison Unit

The University provides services that accommodate the needs of people whose disability adversely effects their studies. Adjustments can be negotiated which assist such students to study and be assessed in a more equal environment. If you wish to know more about these services, please contact the Disability Liaison Unit (DLU), telephone: 8344 7068

Health Service

The University Health Service is a general practitioner service, but staff have particular skills and interests in contraception; sexual health; injuries from work, sport, or study; allergies and skin disorders; travel health; and mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and eating disorders. There are male and female doctors available, and you may also see a nurse. The Health Service is located at 138-146 Cardigan Street, Carlton, ph. 8344 6904 or 8344 6905. It is recommended that you drop in or call ahead to make an appointment.

International Student Services (ISS)

ISS staff are available to provide advice and support to all international students. Appointment are not necessary but desirable. ISS also coordinate a number of support programs throughout the year. ISS are located in the International Centre on Swanston St.

Language and Learning Skills Unit (LLSU)

The LLSU assists students with study and organisational issues, writing issues, assessment strategies, professional skills and research involvement and issues. The LLSU can also provide assistance to students encountering difficulties with English. The LLSU is located at 723 Swanston St.

Centre for Indigenous Education

The CIE provides indigenous students with assistance for course selection, tutorials, accommodation, study, personal support, community networking, cross-cultural development, career counselling and referral to approved agencies when required. The CIE provides meeting rooms, study areas, computer equipment and a resource library. The CIE also provides an opportunity for liaison between the Indigenous community and the University and is an important information service for those interested in Indigenous history and culture.

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