QUT Real Talk

Study hacks for Neurodivergent Students (and Neurotypicals)

Welcome to Real Talk, the QUT Student Services Podcast. Each episode, we dive into real-life challenges, share practical coping strategies, and interview experts who offer valuable insights on managing stress, anxiety, and the pressures of academic life. Tune in, take a breath, and let's build a healthier, more resilient university experience together. In this episode, Sarah chats with Senior Disability Advisors Amy and Guy about how universities can best support accessibility for Neurodivergent students. They share really practical and useful tips that will help both neurodivergent and neurotypical students get on top of their study. (Skip to 17 minutes if you’re only interested in the resources and study hacks). QUT Students with a disability, injury or health condition can access support and information here: Studying with a disability, injury or health condition - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/study/studying-with-a-disability-injury-or-health-condition] If you need urgent mental health support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or the QLD Health Mental Health Line on 13MH CALL. If you or others are in immediate danger of harm or in the case of a mental health emergency, always call 000. Counselling support is available to current QUT students at both Garden’s Point and Kelvin Grove Campuses. Visit  Counselling and psychology - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/health-and-wellbeing/counselling-and-mental-wellbeing/counselling-and-psychology#h2-0] for details, or call (07) 3138 2019. Resources mentioned: What-is-neurodiversity.pdf [https://australiandisabilitynetwork.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/What-is-neurodiversity.pdf] Genio Notes - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/it-and-printing/software-and-learning-tools/genio-notes] Study support and workshops - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/study/study-support] Student success coaching - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/enrolment/plan-your-studies/enhance-your-studies/student-success/coaching] Forest - Stay focused, be present [https://www.forestapp.cc/] Home - Goblin Tools [https://goblin.tools/] Assignment calculator - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/study/assignments/calculator] Google NotebookLM | AI Research Tool & Thinking Partner [https://notebooklm.google/] – use with caution, always fact check AI content Eisenhower Matrix.pdf [https://sps.columbia.edu/sites/default/files/2023-08/Eisenhower%20Matrix.pdf] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Cultural identity, Spirituality, and the QUT Chaplaincy Service

Welcome to Real Talk, the QUT Student Services Podcast. Each episode, we dive into real-life challenges, share practical coping strategies, and interview experts who offer valuable insights on managing stress, anxiety, and the pressures of academic life. Tune in, take a breath, and let's build a healthier, more resilient university experience together. Sarah Winkleman is a Clinical Psychologist and counsellor at QUT Student Services. Melanie Rolfe is a current PhD student at QUT a well as a psycho-social researcher in paediatric health. In this episode, Sarah and Mel chat with QUT chaplain Joseph to answer common questions about the chaplaincy services available, and the importance of cultural identity, spirituality, and community for our wellbeing. Information about the Chaplaincy service and events can be found here: Spiritual wellbeing - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/health-and-wellbeing/spiritual-wellbeing] CHAT program website: Chat Project | Cultural Hearing Asking Telling [https://chatproject.org.au/] SolveSquad: https://www.solvesquad.co/ [https://www.solvesquad.co/] If you need urgent mental health support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or the QLD Health Mental Health Line on 13MH CALL. If you or others are in immediate danger of harm or in the case of a mental health emergency, always call 000. Counselling support is available to current QUT students at both Garden’s Point and Kelvin Grove Campuses. Visit  Counselling and psychology - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/health-and-wellbeing/counselling-and-mental-wellbeing/counselling-and-psychology#h2-0] for details, or call (07) 3138 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Financial Basics for Students

Welcome to Real Talk, the QUT Student Services Podcast. Each episode, we dive into real-life challenges, share practical coping strategies, and interview experts who offer valuable insights on managing stress, anxiety, and the pressures of academic life. Tune in, take a breath, and let's build a healthier, more resilient university experience together. Sarah Winkleman is a Clinical Psychologist and counsellor at QUT Student Services. Melanie Rolfe is a current PhD student at QUT a well as a psycho-social researcher in paediatric health. In this episode, Sarah and Mel chat with social worker Allie about the impact of financial stress on students, and share tips and resources to get you started on budgeting, saving, and starting good financial habits. The information presented here is not financial advice. If you need individualised financial advice please speak with a financial advisor or financial counsellor - Find a Financial Counsellor - National Debt Helpline [https://ndh.org.au/financial-counselling/find-a-financial-counsellor/] Other Resources: Money Smart - https://moneysmart.gov.au/budgeting/budget-planner [https://moneysmart.gov.au/budgeting/budget-planner]  HiQ (QUT Students only) includes information on Equity Scholarships and Emergency an d WIL Bursaries - https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/health-and-wellbeing/financial-help-and-support/financ… [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/health-and-wellbeing/financial-help-and-support/financial-help-and-equity-support]   Centrelink - https://www.centrelink.gov.au/apps/clkonline_cof/payment-service-finder/payments-finder [https://www.centrelink.gov.au/apps/clkonline_cof/payment-service-finder/payments-finder]   Gambling help - https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/ [https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/]  -https://gamblinghelpqld.org.au/ [https://gamblinghelpqld.org.au/]  Keep an eye out on QUT Guild [https://qutguild.com/] for information on the latest financial relief initiatives. No Interest Loans - https://goodshep.org.au/services/nils/ [https://goodshep.org.au/services/nils/] Negotiate payment terms - National Debt Helpline [https://ndh.org.au/debt-solutions/negotiate-payment-terms/] Understanding Indexation and why it’s important -  Loan increases and indexation - Study Assist, Australian Government [https://www.studyassist.gov.au/managing-and-repaying-your-loan/loan-increases-and-indexation]  How to budget effectively Podcast playlist: How to Budget Effectively! - playlist by She's On The Money | Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1wDJDpvM7d1sBUcQgCxuSQ?si=_qfc5XjmTJOh6UpWjoGgLw&nd=1&dlsi=ff21c6fff6a243b9]     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

From Service to Study: Interview with ADF Veterans

Welcome to Real Talk, the QUT Student Services Podcast. Each episode, we dive into real-life challenges, share practical coping strategies, and interview experts who offer valuable insights on managing stress, anxiety, and the pressures of academic life. Tune in, take a breath, and let's build a healthier, more resilient university experience together. Sarah Winkleman is a Clinical Psychologist and counsellor at QUT Student Services. In this episode, Sarah interviews two ADF veterans, Sam and Trent, about their experiences transitioning from service to study at QUT. Sam and Trent share their tips for making the process as smooth as possible, and share the support services they have found helpful on the journey. Links: QUT - Veterans Academic Success Program (VASP) [https://www.qut.edu.au/study/veterans-academic-success-program]  Health and wellbeing - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/health-and-wellbeing] Academic help and workshops - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/study/academic-help-and-workshops] QUT Veterans and Families Club on Facebook: QUT Student Veterans and Families Club | Brisbane QLD | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/people/QUT-Student-Veterans-and-Families-Club/61579190347051/?mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=1hPKyw1tY6fTXUJv&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1CDKtBiP3s%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr] And Instagram: QUT Veterans & Families Club (@qutveteransfamiliesclub) • Instagram photos and videos [https://www.instagram.com/qutveteransfamiliesclub/]   Counselling support is available to current QUT students at both Garden’s Point and Kelvin Grove Campuses. Visit  Counselling and psychology - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/health-and-wellbeing/counselling-and-mental-wellbeing/counselling-and-psychology#h2-0] for details, or call (07) 3138 2019. This podcast touches on topics relating to mental health and is for educational purposes only. It does not replace the valuable experience of personalised counselling support. If you need urgent help, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. If you or others are in immediate danger of harm or in the case of a mental health emergency, always call 000.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

How to make the most of your first semester at Uni (LIVE from Welcome Week)

Welcome to Real Talk, the QUT Student Services Podcast. Each episode, we dive into real-life challenges, share practical coping strategies, and interview experts who offer valuable insights on managing stress, anxiety, and the pressures of academic life. Tune in, take a breath, and let's build a healthier, more resilient university experience together. Sarah Winkleman is a Clinical Psychologist and counsellor at QUT Student Services. Melanie Rolfe is a current PhD student at QUT a well as a psycho-social researcher in paediatric health. In this episode, Sarah and Mel chat with Stacey, Allie, Glen and Guy about all the wonderful services available to QUT students, as well sharing our top tips to get the most out of your first semester. Support is available to current QUT students at both Garden’s Point and Kelvin Grove Campuses. Visit Health and wellbeing - Student - QUT Portal [https://qutvirtual4.qut.edu.au/group/student/health-and-wellbeing] for details, or call (07) 3138 2019. This podcast touches on topics relating to mental health and is for educational purposes only. It does not replace the valuable experience of personalised counselling support. If you need urgent help, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. If you or others are in immediate danger of harm or in the case of a mental health emergency, always call 000.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]