We're helping everyone BUDDY UP before uni even starts. Register to join a group of first years with a third year buddy who can guide you through making your first friends and getting settled at UNSW.  

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What is Buddy Up? 

Buddy Up is a peer mentoring program where senior UNSW students take a group of 10 first year students through 4 introductory sessions. Each session will involve making memories with like-minded peers and finding opportunities to get involved in uni-life, whether it’s sports, volunteering or student clubs!

How does it work? 

Once you register, you’ll be invited to a Discord server with other mentees and mentors. Two weeks before O-Week, you’ll be assigned a group and attend your first session with a peer mentor and fellow new students. Through a series of amazing races and personalised activities, your mentor will help you settle into uni life and explore what UNSW has to offer!

What if I'm an international student and don't arrive until later?

That's fine! You can join online group sessions until you arrive and then attend in person once you get here. However, once Week 1 starts, all sessions will be in person only. We do this because its the best way to get connected. 

How do I join?

Find out more about this program here!

How much does it cost?

Nothing! It's free for all UNSW students. 

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Get in touch

Membership Enquiries

E:membership@arc.unsw.edu.au

A:Gate 5 on High St, UNSW