The First Year Experience (FYE) section is committed to making the smoother transition from pre-tertiary education into university studies. There are three coordinators based in the Laucala campus however the services are provided to the region through virtual channels. 

Mission

• To provide a broad network of support services and programmes that address the academic, personal, and social needs of first-year students and promote student success.

• To provide outreach and necessary interventions to students who might be experiencing academic and/or social difficulties. To actively encourage students to engage in the school, centre, and university community. To promote critical thinking and life-long learning.

Initiatives

Orientation Programme: A school-based orientation programme is held at the beginning of the semester. Discipline orientation is also organised within the first few weeks of the semester.

Drop-in Consultations (Face-to-Face & Virtual)

Students have the opportunity to communicate with the first-year coordinators either through face-to-face mode or through virtual modes.

FYE Moodle Page

Virtual FYE support is available to students via the FYE Moodle page. Students are welcome to ask any questions using the discussion forums.

Outstanding First-Year Award

A school-based award is given to students who are excelling well academically. More details can be obtained from the FYE Coordinators.

Early Intervention Programme

Students are monitored through their academic participation and performance. These include their pre-tertiary performance, Moodle activity, submission of assessments, mid-semester performance and grades. These students are assisted by various support sections at USP.

Career Coaching

FYE Coordinators provide career coaching services through face-to-face and virtual channels for students who require or seek clarifications while choosing their programme of study.