FAQs
Who are Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars?
Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars are students who have been identified and selected during later years of secondary school as having outstanding academic and leadership potential. To find out more about the Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars program, visit http://www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/courses/kwongleedow.html
Do KLD Young Scholars have to apply to join the Kwong Lee Dow First Year Program?
No. Students who have been selected as KLD Young Scholars and then go on to enrol at the University of Melbourne after completing secondary school automatically become members of the Kwong Lee Dow First Year Program.
What can I expect from the Kwong Lee Dow First Year Program?
- The KLD First Year Program will offer you a range of optional activities including:
- An extensive seminar series in Semester 1
- Interactive online community with other Young Scholars
- Social events
- Outdoor activities
- Community involvement opportunities in Semester 2
- End of year celebration event
How will I find out about activities offered by the KLD First Year Program?
We will alert you to upcoming events via this website and by email. You should check your University email regularly (at least once a day) for information regarding the KLD program and many other important messages which will be issued through your University email account.
Does the KLD First Year Program offer individual support if I have any problems?
The KLD First Year Program Coordinator is responsible for the planning and organisation of all activities offered in the program. Any questions about these activities or about the program itself can be directed to the Coordinator.
If you have problems related to your course or your first year experience in other ways, such as financial or housing difficulties, learning or health issues, you have access to a wide range of support services which are available at the University. See the Uni Life Directory of Services and Facilities for access to all websites and contact details regarding support options.
Your first point of contact for questions related to your enrolment, course or student life issues should be through your Student Service Centre. Student Advisors in the Centres have expertise in dealing with enquiries specific to students in your course.
Can I start planning my options for overseas study in second or third year now?
Good idea. Contact the Melbourne Global Mobility office to find out more.