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Uni Stuff => Universities - Victoria => La Trobe University => Topic started by: Abdulhai on March 11, 2011, 06:00:04 pm

Title: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: Abdulhai on March 11, 2011, 06:00:04 pm: Sup, I'm just wondering about LATROBE, and the prevailing environment. If possible gimme some comments about some of their law courses.
Thanks.
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: onur369 on March 11, 2011, 06:00:56 pm: lol wrong thread, this is the methods thread, ask it in the law thread
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: Abdulhai on March 11, 2011, 06:06:46 pm: Damn, I'm new to this.
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: onur369 on March 11, 2011, 06:07:38 pm: haha
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: pi on March 11, 2011, 06:08:35 pm: Quote from: Abdulhai on March 11, 2011, 06:06:46 pm
Damn, I'm new to this.

Also PM a mod/admin to delete this thread (as deleting privileges have recently changed I think)
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: Gloamglozer on March 11, 2011, 10:02:42 pm: Done. Moved to the appropriate board.
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: gs on March 25, 2011, 05:19:33 pm: Would appreciate some feedback from those who go here at present. I'm looking at Law as well at La Trobe (Bundoora), if anyone can shed some light on the quality/environment/parking/computers avail/etc that'd be great.
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: Aqualim on March 25, 2011, 05:38:06 pm: 1) Building are pretty old, with some buildings (ELT - Eastern lecture theatre) having no air conditioning. But that shouldnt really bother you much.
2) Theres a shitload of trees, and its essentially in th middle of a bush. Very multicultural ( I don't mean that in a bad way)
3) There is a lot of parking but generally if you come between 9-12, you will struggle to get a car parking spot. Especially in the health sciences spots
4) Library is fairly always busy, but there is a lot of study space. If you end up with group work and require a study booth. This will need to be booked in advance, normally a couple of days before you need the room
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: gs on March 26, 2011, 02:04:34 pm: Cheers Aqualim. Must be a few more studying at La Trobe that can contribute!
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: ilovecake on March 27, 2011, 11:23:24 pm: Quote from: Aqualim on March 25, 2011, 05:38:06 pm
1) Building are pretty old, with some buildings (ELT - Eastern lecture theatre) having no air conditioning. But that shouldnt really bother you much.
2) Theres a shitload of trees, and its essentially in th middle of a bush. Very multicultural ( I don't mean that in a bad way)
3) There is a lot of parking but generally if you come between 9-12, you will struggle to get a car parking spot. Especially in the health sciences spots
4) Library is fairly always busy, but there is a lot of study space. If you end up with group work and require a study booth. This will need to be booked in advance, normally a couple of days before you need the room

This pretty much sums it up. But just to clarify you can get a parking spot easily at anytime of the day, you just wont be able to get one right next to where you need to be. Oh.. and I believe the ELT is having air conditioning installed shortly.

I dont know anything about the law courses offered here, but if there is anything else you want to know, ask away.
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: gs on March 28, 2011, 12:39:32 pm: Just another question that popped up haha, is it free parking? I imagine it would be, but just to be sure.
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: lexitu on March 28, 2011, 02:18:26 pm: The outdoor setup is beautiful with heaps of trees and a lake as Aqualim said. Plenty of open space. Also, the Agora is an awesome social hub with plenty of spots to grab lunch, too.

The library has just been upgraded so it's pretty spiffy although the organisation of books is illogical. It has a lot of books but many are too old.

And La Trobe has great sports facilities on campus!

Transport is good (if you don't want to drive) with a bus terminus as well as tram servicing.
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: lexitu on March 28, 2011, 02:19:45 pm: Quote from: gs on March 28, 2011, 12:39:32 pm
Just another question that popped up haha, is it free parking? I imagine it would be, but just to be sure.

Nope, you have to pay. Or you can just wait for the fine to come and hope you don't get too many in the year.
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: gs on March 30, 2011, 03:49:21 pm: Ok cool thanks lexitu. You do law or?
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: gs on March 30, 2011, 03:50:12 pm: Just noticed you're at RMIT in sig, not to worry
Title: Re: LATROBE, Tell me about it, just some general comments from people who studythere
Post by: lexitu on March 30, 2011, 04:21:26 pm: Haha, no worries :) I will be working at La Trobe Sports Centre so I may see you around if you end up coming to La Trobe. All the best. Love your display picture by the way.