Administrative Transition

Universities are very large institutions that can be confusing, and while administrative transition is often overlooked by prospective students, getting and staying on top of all your admin is absolutely essential.

Below is a list of the more common issues faced by students - have a look and check if there are any that you wouldn't have anticipated.

University and you:

If you've come from school, you (and your parents) will have to get used to the fact that all of the University's communication will be with you: no more newsletters or reports.

Timetable:

You will have to organise your own timetable and sort out any clashes that might occur.

Registration:

It is your responsibility to attend registration (and register for subsequent courses) on time.

Due Dates:

You need to keep track of all due dates for enrolment, subject changes and assignments dates and times.

E-mail:

It is expected that during semester and end-of-year breaks, that you will stay in touch by regularly checking and responding to e-mails sent to your University account.

E-mail tip:

E-mail: Activate and regularly check your free University e-mail account.

myEssex:

It is a student portal with links to Student Administration, Library and Student Service

Take a library tour and familiarise yourself with the resources available to you.

Check out the Albert Sloman Library Catalogue before you arrive.

Last modified on 01 February 2011