Student Support and Wellbeing team

Student support

At Torrens University Australia, we take your needs seriously. Whether you require academic guidance or social support, we’re here to help from enrolment right through to graduation.
We strive to be inclusive and socially aware and have systems and services in place to support your studies and wellbeing.
The University’s Support For Students Policy outlines both academic and non-academic supports available.

Support services

We offer a range of learning development and support services to enhance your success and academic achievement – we are here to help.

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Success Coaches

Studying with us means you’ll have access to our Success Coaches to help you achieve your goals and maximise your potential. By supporting, motivating and preparing you the Success Coaches give you the tools and guidance to feel more empowered and confident throughout your studies.
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Student Onboarding

Starting at Torrens University? Our Future Student Onboarding Team ensures a seamless transition into your first trimester. They introduce essential tools and provide dedicated services to support your early university days, setting you up for success from the very beginning.
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Diversity and inclusion

Inclusive and socially aware, we support the needs of staff and students and ensure they have equal opportunity for success. We promote a culture that both welcomes and embraces diversity, whether it be on campus or online.

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Student organisations

Our Student Representative Council (SRC) is committed to improving student life on and off campus. Advocating for the interests of their peers, the SRC promotes the academic and social wellbeing of the entire student body.

Why study with us?

At Torrens University, employability drives everything you study. You will learn from industry experts, build experience through placements and benefit from flexible study options and personalised support that prepares you to take the next step in your career. Our flexible study options, personalised approach and partnership placements will help you find a career you love.

Are you feeling unsafe, overwhelmed or in distress and need to speak to someone right now?

Our Wellbeing Support Line is available 24hrs a day, all year round. Call or text to talk to a mental health professional who can offer immediate support.

Phone: 1300 093 800
Text: 0485 829 959

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Torrens University has a great student support network, guiding you all the way through your studies. I’m so glad I made the decision to pursue an MBA.
Craig Robinson
Graduate, MBA Sports Management

Student support team members

We can help you with your questions about anything to do with your studies and learning experience.

Susan Anderson
National Lead Counsellor
Leading the Torrens University Counselling services, Susan offers on-campus and online support to students. Making the mental health and wellbeing of others her priority, Susan is determined to ensure students thrive during their journey at university.

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Holly Davison
Holly Davison
Accessibility Advisor - Learning Services
Holly is our Accessibility Advisor based at Surry Hills. With expertise in inclusion, she provides personalised and equitable support to students both on campus and online. Working closely with students and staff, Holly works to remove barriers, foster accessible learning environments, and support equitable participation, helping students thrive throughout their university journey.

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Skyye Corrie
Future Student Onboarding Officer
As part of the Future Student Onboarding team, Skyye connects with new students to ensure they are confident to begin their journey. Educating them with essential knowledge on Uni platforms, systems and support avenues. Skyye is committed to helping new students Start Strong, Stay Strong and learn how to be successful.

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Peter Stowasser
Academic Support Facilitator - Numeracy
Peter works in the Academic Success Team which supports students in the development of their academic literacy and numeracy. Numeracy is Peter’s real passion which he uses to help students feel comfortable working with numbers.

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Sam Sannasgala
Peer Assisted Study Session (PASS) Coordinator
Through trained Student Leaders, Sam coordinates PASS (Peer Assisted Study Sessions), a free, academic study assistance program run by students for students. PASS aims to improve subject engagement and learning though online study sessions.

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