This is the first step of the HELPS assignment success formula. Remember to book a one-to-one consultation after the chat.
Assignment Chat
At Assignment Chat (drop-in advice) sessions, you can ask quick questions about your studies and assessments (except for any subject content matter) without having to make an appointment. We can also, if you need it, book you in for a longer one-to-one consultation closer to the due date for when you have your draft ready.
Assignment chat sessions are available in person and online as we understand that every student has a different mode of study.
Assignment Chat schedule:
Important Update!
The HELPS programs will be available online only from 19 – 24 December 2024 and 2 – 3 January 2025. Please note that we will be closed during the university closure period from 25 December 2024 to 1 January 2025.
If you have any questions or would like to book a consultation session, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at HELPS@uts.edu.au.
Thank you for all your support in 2024. Happy holidays!
- HELPS team
2024 Summer schedule
Assignment chat sessions are still available through bookings for UG and PG students - please contact us via email: helps@uts.edu.au or call 9517 0733 to make an appointment.
2024 Spring session
Campus sessions (UG and PG)
- No booking is needed. Just be there!
- Location: HELPS Office (CB01.05.25)
- Dates: start on 5 Aug until 1 Nov (Week 1-12)
- Time: 11am-5pm (Mon-Fri)
Online sessions (PG) booking required
Location: Online via MS Teams (book with link below)
Dates: 20 Aug until 30 Oct (Week 3-12)
Time: 5pm - 7 pm (Tue & Wed)
Contact HELPS if you have any questions helps@uts.edu.au
Online assignment chat via Teams:
New online assignment chat using Teams (UG and PG)
11am - 5pm, Mon-Fri (5 August - 1 November)
Watch the below video to see how to join an online Assignment Chat session, or head straight to this page.
This video walks you through how to join our online Assignment Chat sessions.
FAQs
What sort of help can I get at assignment chat sessions?
A drop-in advice session may cover:
- understanding an assignment question and the assessment criteria
- clarifying an assignment type (e.g. what’s a literature review?)
- planning an assignment
- offering strategies for effective reading/note-making/presentation
- obtaining information on self-study resources.
However, you can’t:
- expect the Advisors to comment on all of your assessment - it’s not humanly possible
- seek assistance on the day the assignment is due - please plan in advance.
If you are research students, you can also drop in to learn more about the use of language to develop arguments and express ideas clearly.
How many assignment chat sessions can I have per day?
Due to high demand, this service is limited to one session per day for one assignment. Students are allowed a maximum of two sessions if they have questions about two different assignments.
When should I drop in?
Come and see us at drop-in at the initial stage of the assignment writing process. The best time to see us is when you first receive your assignment.
Who can drop in?
HELPS service is open to all UTS students. So you can drop in to ask any questions about your study if you are UTS Undergraduate, Post Graduate or Research students.
Go to One-to-one consultation or Online assignment review information.
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HELPS students and Peer Advisors outline the Assignment Chat service.
