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Empowering your academic, social and cultural goals.
Your success is our success
Nura Gili's here to guide you towards achieving your academic, social and cultural goals while studying at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ.
Your time at uni is all about discovering the best version of yourself and what you want out of your future. Make new friends, find new hobbies, take your study overseas—whatever you want out of student life, we'll help you make it happen!
We're dedicated to empowering all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç with the essential skills to excel in an ever-changing and innovative world.
Nura Gili's services
To empower your journey through ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, we offer the following services.
If you have any questions about them or anything to do with being an Indigenous student at ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, please reach out to us or book a time to yarn.
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Indigenous students get exclusive access to our study space—equipped with computers, printing facilities, private study rooms, and a stocked kitchen to keep you fuelled.
We're located on the  at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Sydney (Kensington).
Our staffed office hours are 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç can access the space from 8am-10 pm, 7 days a week. Please ensure you have your student card to swipe in.
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We can guide you towards a variety of tools and resources like job opportunities, career workshops and coaching.Â
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Throughout the year we host a variety of events focussed on making students’ time at uni fulfilling and memorable.
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If you’ve got questions about accommodation, scholarships, or financial matters, we’re here to assist. We’ll work with you to answer your queries.
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Throughout the year we celebrate our students' wins, both big and small, with social events like our annual End of Year Bash!
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As a new student, you’ll be invited to our three-day program that’ll empower you to take on uni. You’ll learn academic skills, explore the campus, visit Sydney’s culturally significant areas, and more!
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Throughout the year, we hold workshops on a variety of topics ranging from academic skills to cultural matters.
Meet your Student Success team
Tanya Griffiths
Tanya Griffiths
Current Students Lead, Nura Gili
Tanya is a proud Ngiyampaa/Wangaapuwan/Yorta Yorta woman from far western NSW.
She has over 24 years’ work experience in higher education sector, in several positions in the student services area.
The most recent was leading the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Support Services team at the University of Sydney, where she was employed for 15 years.
Tanya has won a Vice Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Indigenous Education Strategies for implementing a peer mentoring program and has also worked on many major projects that help with the transition, support, and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students.
Shajarra Hughes-Hill
Shajarra Hughes-Hill
Student Success Officer
Shajarra is a proud Wiradjuri woman who grew up in Sydney. Her deep sense of community and culture has been shaped by her connection and involvement in the Redfern, Waterloo community, as well as her travels to Dubbo.
Shajarra is a people person with a bubbly personality that reflects her welcoming presence and ability to develop strong, genuine relationships and commitment to supporting others.
She holds a Bachelor of Business with majors in Human Resources and Marketing. Shajarra is dedicated to maintaining and encouraging Indigenous excellence through her values, commitment to education, and community involvement.
She is honoured to be a part of the Nura Gili Team.
Deidre Dargan
Deidre Dargan
Student Success Officer
Deidre is a proud Kalkadoon and Barada Barna woman from Far North Queensland in the Outback town of Cloncurry. She is an enthusiastic educator who has extensive experience working in the fields of Primary, Secondary and Tertiary education for over 20 years.
She is delighted to be part of the Nura Gili team as a student success officer, she will provide the students with the necessary support. Deidre hopes to encourage our students to thrive in their academic journeys.
Nathan Attard
Nathan Attard
Student Success Officer
As another passionate member of the Support Team, Nathan is responsible for providing support for students in the Faculty of the Built Environment and Enabling students. Nathan has over ten years of educational experience, holding academic and pastoral coordinator positions.
Financial assistance
We know how detrimental financial stress is on your ability to succeed at uni, so we offer a range of solutions and programs to provide alleviation where possible.
If you're unsure of which offering is right for you, please reach out to us or book a time to yarn.
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Discover a range of financial support for students in Australia, whether you’re enrolled as a domestic or international student, or you plan on studying overseas.
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ABSTUDY offers financial help for Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students or apprentices.
Depending on a your circumstances, ABSTUDY can help with:
- school fees
- boarding fees
- living costs
- travel costs
- buying school materials.
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ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç offers a wide range of scholarships to ease the financial burdens of studying at uni.
The options on offer are considered based on merit or equity.
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Nura Gili offers ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ's Indigenous students a number of grants and funding options to empower your time at uni. Get in touch to learn more.
Academic assistance
If you'd like assistance with getting through your coursework, assigments or test, we've got you covered with a range of programs designed to boost your academic skills.
If you're unsure of which offering is right for you, please reach out to us or book a time to yarn.
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In conjunction with ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼǒs faculties, ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ's Indigenous students get access to free individual or group tutoring—a great resource to assist you through the challenges you may face during your studies.
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If studying at a uni level isn’t something you’re comfortable with, the Academic Skills team have just what you need!
They offer online toolkits, one-on-one support and workshops that’ll get you up-to-speed on how to tackle your subjects.
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Equitable Learning Services is a free and confidential service that provides practical support to ensure your mental or physical health conditions do not adversely affect your studies.
Jobs and volunteering
Looking for ways to boost your career prospects, want a paid gig for while you study, or have some time on your hands that you want to spend giving back?
There are plenty of options that suit your ambitions! If you're unsure of which offering is right for you, please reach out to us or book a time to yarn.
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Our Student Ambassador program gives you the opportunity to actively engage, share and enhance your university experiences with key stakeholders and industry partners.
This program provides you with an opportunity to contribute to Nura Gili’s engagement events, activities and projects.
To be eligible for this program you must be a currently enrolled ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student with relevant university life experience.
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Whether you want to climb the ranks, explore different industries, or strike out on your own, the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Employability team can show you how to get ready for the career of your dreams!
They offer career development programs that’ll get you from figuring out which jobs suit you to nailing your interviews.
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Volunteers United connects ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç students to non-profit organisations to create positive social impact.
By providing diverse and accessible opportunities, students are able to make an impact on things they are passionate about, develop their skills, and give back to the world around them.
There are so many diverse opportunities each term so come find something to fit your interests, complement your degree, or just fill that odd hour of free time in your week.
Health, wellbeing and wellness
Maintaining your health is essential to succeeding at uni, so we offer a range of services to maintain your physical, mental and spiritual wellness.
If you're unsure of which offering is right for you, please reach out to us or book a time to yarn.
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We understand that being an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student is a unique experience, and our staff are here to lend an ear if you need it.
We can provide guidance on nearly any topic, including academic and financial worries, accommodation options, cultural matters and sorry business. We're also here to simply be company if your social battery's running low!
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The doctors, nurses and administration staff at ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Health Services are non-judgmental and are here to help you with any concerns you may have about your health and wellbeing.
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ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Psychology and Wellness provides confidential, short-term telehealth and face-to-face counselling to currently enrolled students, as well as a range of workshops, and digital self-help resources.
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Arc Wellness is all about:
- De-stigmatising the conversation surrounding mental health at uni
- Sharing resources to help students care for their mental wellbeing and find support services
- Make campus a brighter and healthier place for everyone
Uni can be tough. A lot of students experience mental stress, low mood, loneliness and relationship issues at some point during their degree- which isn't always easy to manage, especially alongside the pressure of academic work.
The good news is that when you're feeling the pressure of juggling uni, work, relationships and health there are heaps of other people who understand what you're going through.
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At ºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, our peer mentoring programs connect you with experienced students who can offer guidance, advice and a friendly face as you navigate uni life.
Joining a peer mentoring program offers a unique opportunity to expand your network and develop key skills that foster both personal and professional growth.Â
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ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Campus Security are available 24/7, providing safety escorts to accompany you on campus and operating the free night shuttle bus.
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TalkCampus is an app where you can talk with other students worldwide if you’re struggling feeling overwhelmed, homesick or just want to feel seen and heard.
Get involved on and off campus
Your time at uni is about so much more than studying. It’s also about growing into the person you want to be!
Through Arc ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Student Life, you'll get the best student experience through clubs, sport, volunteering, events, wellness and heaps more.
It's an organisation run by students, for students.
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There are so many clubs Arc offers! If you’ve got a niche interest, odds are there’s a club dedicated to it.
Like to box? Join the ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç Boxing Club! Love to knit and crochet? Join the Craft Society! Are you really into Nintendo games? Join the Nintendo Society!
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Indigenous Nationals is a week-long multisport competition for Indigenous student-athletes held annually in different locations.
It's an amazing environment to not only celebrate the rich sporting culture of Indigenous Australia but to also acknowledge the heritage and history of the participating student-athletes.
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Whether you’re keen to get active, want to represent #TeamºÚÁÏÍø´óʼÇ, or just have fun and meet new people, Arc Sport has you covered.Â
Find out more about social sport and dance classes, level up and join a Nationals team or dive back into sport with She Can.
Keen to join a club? There are 37!
Our undergraduate courses
It's only in Indigenous Studies that academic inquiry is organised around the interests of Indigenous peoples.
It develops your understanding of Indigenous philosophies, knowledges, and sovereignties while engaging with diverse Indigenous perspectives and aspirations of self-determination in local, national, and international contexts.
Our undergraduate courses offer a diverse set of topics to dive into. Some of our most popular courses include:
- Aboriginal Sydney
- Indigenous People and Public Policy
- Popular Culture of Indigenous Australia
- Genders, Sexualities, and Colonialisms
- Race, Colonialism and Whiteness
- Indigenous Cultural Heritage and the Environment
Got a question?
We know the process of applying for uni and completing your studies can be overwhelming, so if you have any questions at all, please get in touch.
Our friendly staff are here to help guide you through the process!
Learn more about us
Always was, always will be
ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç is located on the unceded territory of the Bidjigal/Bedegal (Kensington campus), Gadigal (City and Paddington campuses) and Ngunnawal peoples (Canberra) who are the Traditional Custodians of the lands where each campus of ºÚÁÏÍø´óÊÂ¼Ç is situated.
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