The University uses email as an official form of communication for students. All UNSW students have their own email account. The School of Optometry and Vision Science also makes use of this form of communication.

It is extremely important that you know how to use your Unimail and ensure that you check it regularly. You are advised to link your official UNSW email address to your habitual email address (e.g. hotmail). You will miss out on vital information from the School and University if you do not check your Unimail.

For more information or if you are having connection or access problems, see:

IT Service Desk
www.disconnect.unsw.edu.au
Telephone: 9385 1777
Email: servicedesk@unsw.edu.au

Unfortunately, the School does not have the resources to maintain its own library and the library on level 3 is for the use of postgraduate students and staff only.

The School Office is located in room 3.003 on Level 3 of the Rupert Myers Building. The administrative staff are involved with much more than just student administration. Therefore, the School Office is open to student enquiries at the following times:

10.30 am to 12.00 noon*
3.30 pm to 5.00 pm*

*These hours will also apply during all recesses.

Interruptions outside these hours are not appreciated and should only be made if absolutely necessary.

At the same time, we recognise that the first two weeks of Session are usually the busiest and most confusing, therefore the hours are extended for this period only. Enquiry times for weeks 1 and 2 of Session ONLY are as follows:
9.30 am to 12.30 pm
2.30 pm to 5.00 pm

There is a slot in the enquiry counter. Forms, assignments, etc., can be deposited here at any time (without disturbing the office!).

The School has academic staff members appointed as Student Advisors. You may approach A/Prof Barbara Junghans (room 3.017A, email b.junghans@unsw.edu.au) or Dr K. Avudainayagam (Avudai) (room 3.010, email k.avudainayagam@unsw.edu.au) or Dr Chitra. Avudainayagam (room 3.010, email c.avudainayagam@unsw.edu.au) to talk about any academic or personal issues affecting your studies.