Monday 31 August is the last date to withdraw from standard Semester 2 subjects, take a leave of absence or withdraw from your course without incurring liability for fees and a ‘withdrawn’ grade on your academic record.

For a 'how to' guide to withdrawing from subjects, click here.

International students International students on student visas are expected to complete their course by the course end date on their Confirmation of Enrolment (COE). Usually this means a standard load of 50 points per semester. International students can only reduce their load in limited circumstances and an application is required. Further information is available from International Student Services.

Local students Local students do not need to apply to reduce their study load. Please note that dropping your study load to part-time study may affect Centrelink or scholarship benefits and eligibility for public transport concession fares. Withdrawing from a subject may impact your progression in and duration of your course. Use the Handbook to check whether the subject you are considering to withdraw from is a prerequisite for subjects you intend to take in future.

In order to access the Melbourne School of Design building and/or the Baldwin Spencer building outside of normal business hours, students must read and acknowledge the terms and conditions set out on the Building Induction web page (login required).

Upon successful completion of the Building Induction by eligible students, student access to ABP Buildings will be provided from 7am - 11pm, Monday to Sunday.  Please note that access make take up to two working days to be activated.

Building Access and your Student Card

• You must have your student card on you when you are in any ABP Buildings (and anywhere on campus)
• You will be required to present your student card to Security staff if asked to do so (if you refuse you will be asked to leave)

Opening Night
Date: Friday 25 September
Time: 7.00pm
Venue: Andrew Lee King Fun Gallery, MSD building

Global Architectural Profiling (GAP) seeks to cultivate cross cultural ties between Melbourne and cities around the world by organising an annual public exhibition to showcase design and architecture from different urban centres across the globe.

The sixth annual GAP exhibition at the University of Melbourne in  features design and architecture from Casablanca, Kingdom of Morocco. 

The exhibition runs from 22 September - 2 October in the Andrew Lee King Fun Gallery, MSD building.

Entries due: Friday 25 September
Prize: Total prize value of $3000

This Public Space (TPS) calls on students to work in teams to develop innovative design and programming strategies that make public spaces more inclusive.

TPS asks participants to consider: why do we seek escape from the city, and what forms of escape can we find within the urban environment?

Submissions must come teams of up to four members, and should be multidisciplinary where possible; individuals may not participate alone.

Three shortlisted teams will be invited to present their work at a panel at This Public Life: Festival of Landscape Architecture in Melbourne in October 2015.

Date: Wednesday 26 August
Time: 7.00pm - 8.00pm
Venue: Basement Theatre B117, Melbourne School of Design
RSVP: Register via Eventbrite

Acclaimed scientist, bestselling author and founder of the Australian Climate Council Tim Flannery will launch his latest book at the Melbourne School of Design's award-winning green building.

The book 'Atmosphere of Hope' focuses on the innovative technologies currently available and the possibilities that Australia should embrace for a safe and prosperous future. 'Atmosphere of Hope' will be available for purchase (RRP $29.99) with the opportunity for personally signed copies.

Scholarship value: $3,800
Applications close: 18 September
How to apply: Via scholarship website

The ARC Centre of Excellence Undergraduate Summer Scholarships in Climate System Science are highly competitive scholarships intended to provide undergraduate students from Australian universities an introduction to cutting-edge climate science research at one of our five universities, or our national partners: CSIRO, Bureau of Meteorology and Department of Environment.

Students should be in their second, third, or post-honours year and interested in pursuing honours or a postgraduate degree in climate system science.

Scholarships are available for students to conduct supervised research for a six-week period during the summer break from November to February, with a break around the holidays. The scholarships are valued at $3,800 for the six-week research project.

Date: Saturday 5 September
Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Venue: Burnley Campus, 500 Yarra Boulevard, Richmond
RSVP: Register online

Studying one of our courses at the University of Melbourne’s famous heritage-listed Burnley campus could kick start an exciting career in horticulture, landscape design, green infrastructure, or environmental management.

Delivered in partnership by the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Science and the Friends of Burnley Gardens (FOBG) the program caters to all budding horticulturalists.

Program highlights include:

• Course expo showcasing undergraduate, graduate, and short courses
• Special guest speaker David Glenn of Lambley Nursery
• Friends of Burnley Gardens plant sale
• Garden tour with the Friends of Burnley Gardens
• Green roof and nursery tours

This is a friendly reminder that staff, students and visitors are prohibited from smoking on University property, except for those areas established as designated smoking areas.

What will happen if I smoke on campus outside a designated smoking area?

You may be politely reminded of the University's policy and the location of the designated smoking area.

Those persistently breaching the policy may be subject to action through student discipline procedures, staff misconduct procedures, and/or a request to leave the campus.

Date: Every weekday
Time: 12.00pm - 2.00pm
Venue: Ground floor, Baillieu Library
RSVP: No bookings necessary

Academic Skills' popular academic writing drop-ins are running again this semester. Undergraduate students can bring along a draft of a written assignment to receive feedback from a peer writing adviser.

The writing drop-ins are on the ground floor of Baillieu Library Monday-Friday12-2 PM. No bookings necessary. Please bring a paper copy of your assignment.

Date: Wednesday 26 August
Time: 1.30pm - 2.30pm
Venue: Yasuko Hiraoka Myer Room, Sidney Myer Asia Centre
RSVP: Register via Eventbrite

Established by the Yenching Academy of Peking University, the Yenching Scholars Program provides outstanding scholars with the opportunity to pursue a one-year, interdisciplinary Master of Art degree in China Studies.

In this session, Associate Dean of the Yenching Academy John L. Holden will guide you through the scholarship and provide you with insights on how to be successful in your application.

Afternoon tea is to follow the presentation.

A recording of the event will be uploaded onto the Melbourne Scholarships website for those who do not attend.

Dates: Monday to Friday, 10am - 12pm
Venue: Environments and Design Student Centre at the Eastern Precinct

If you are seeking career advice, a review of your resume or cover letter, or have a career related question or issue that you want resolved, the Melbourne Careers Centre is now offering a Career Drop In every day to assist you.

No appointments are required, but please bring a printed copy of your documents if you want these reviewed.

Contract Admin, Estimating and Procurement | Rhodes Projects
Kew, VIC
Part time; $18.98 per hour
Commences: 31 August
Applications close: 27 August

Environmental/Urban Planning Intern | WSP
Southbank, VIC
Casual; market remuneration
Applications close: 28 August

Vacation Employment Program | Glencore Coal Assets Australia
Newcastle, NSW
Casual; $900 per week
Commences: 30 November
Applications close: 30 August

2016 Knight Frank Student Program | Knight Frank
Melbourne, VIC
Part time; $145 per day
Commences: February 2016
Applications close: 31 August

Full stack developer with GIS experience | Jemena Limited
Docklands, VIC
Full time; $60 - 90k p.a. + bonus
Commences: September/October 2015
Applications close: 1 September

Trainee Development Manager | Mirvac Group
Southbank, VIC
Full time; negotiable salary
Applications close: 4 September

Intern Program 2016 | Places Victoria
Melbourne, VIC
Part time; $53,992.43 package (pro rata)
Commences: February 2016
Applications close: 11 September

Green Army - Melbourne Region | Conservation Volunteers Australia
Melbourne, VIC
Full time; paid allowance dependent on level of education
Commences: 28 September
Applications close: 25 September

Hassad Australia Graduate Program (Agriculture) | Hassad Australia
Various locations, Australia
Full time; TBA
Commences: December 2015
Applications close: 25 September

ABCB Cadetship Program 2016 | Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB)
Canberra, ACT
Full time; $54,000
Applications close: 30 September

Use your student or staff login to access Careers Online to see other full time, graduate, part time and casual jobs available.