STARTING UNI WELL
Uni brings new freedom, new pressures, and new questions about faith. Here are some simple ways to stay grounded, connected, and confident as you start uni life as a Christian.
Make Contact
early
CU runs welcome events for new students before semester even begins. It’s one of the easiest times to meet people and settle in before the rush of Week 1.
If you’d like to know what’s coming up, send us a message and we’ll help you get connected.
Get Connected
GETting KNOWN
AS A CHRISTIAN
One of the simplest ways to start uni well is to be open about your faith early on. It doesn’t have to be a big deal, just natural and low-pressure, like:
“I’m heading to Christian Union at lunchtime. I’ll catch you later.”
“I met them through Christian Union.”
Small, ordinary moments like this help set a clear and honest foundation for your friendships. Getting known as a Christian might take a bit of courage. But it doesn’t have to be awkward or showy. It’s about living openly and confidently as you follow Jesus at uni.
You’re at uni
for more than a degree!
Uni is about learning and preparing for the future — but it’s also a formative time for who you’re becoming.
God never intended faith to sit on the sidelines of life. At CU, we want to help you connect your studies, friendships, and future plans with Jesus. He’s the one who gives meaning and direction to it all.
Joining Christian Union is about finding steady ground in the middle of uni life, and learning to see the bigger picture as you follow Jesus.
Get Connected
International Students
Moving to Australia for uni can be exciting. It can also be isolating. You’re not meant to do it alone. CU includes many international students, and we have specific meetings designed to help you connect, make friends, and feel at home. Whether you’re exploring Christianity or looking for Christian community, we’d love to meet you.
Learn MoreCommon Questions
Yes! CU is affiliated with the Student Union as an official group.
You’re very welcome to come – regardless of your experience of church (or if you have no experience of church!). RMIT CU is a place to make friends and discover more about Jesus.
That’s great. AFES groups aren’t trying to replace church. They bring Christian community and the Bible into the place where students spend a huge part of their lives — uni.
CU helps you think through what following Jesus looks like in lectures, friendships, assignments, and future plans. It’s also a natural place to invite classmates to explore Christianity in a setting that feels familiar and accessible.
For many students, AFES groups become a key space to grow in faith, deepen their understanding of the Bible, and learn how to live and speak as a Christian at uni — alongside their involvement in a local church.
Our group is part of AFES, the Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students, a national community of students discovering Jesus together. All AFES groups across Australia stand in the same grace of God, the same gospel of Christ. Being part of this wider community means we’re connected to other campus groups, supported by experienced staff, and able to be part of something bigger than ourselves.
We understand the pressures on uni students – exams, assignments, work, and more. It can be hard. We don’t want to overload your schedule, but we really do want you to make the most of your time at uni by exploring faith together with us. We run several events a week, on different days and times – some in the day, some in the evening. Just start off small. Perhaps there is just one event that you can make it to?rnThere are also opportunities to connect outside of semesters, including our midyear camp in July, and NTE (our National Training Event) in December. 🙂
Totally valid question. There’s an increased awareness of questionable sects operating on university campuses. At RMIT CU, we’re never okay with manipulating or coercing people. We strive for transparency: we openly name our beliefs, affiliations and leaders, and are associated with the RMIT Student Union.