Why Uni Is the Best Time to Ask Big Questions
22 October 2025
Andy
Starting university is exciting, but can be a little overwhelming. You’re stepping into a world of independence, new ideas, and new experiences. Beyond that though, uni is also a time when many students start asking deeper questions:
- Who am I really?
- What do I believe?
- What’s worth living for?
These aren’t questions that your degree will wrestle with, but life-shaping ones, and uni is the perfect place to explore them.
Freedom to Think, Space to Grow
At uni, you’ll meet people from all walks of life. You’ll hear new perspectives, be challenged by different worldviews, and maybe even question things you’ve always taken for granted. That’s not a bad thing but an opportunity.
As Christians, we believe that asking big questions is part of growing in wisdom. The Bible doesn’t shy away from hard questions – in fact, Jesus often responded to questions with more questions, inviting people to think deeply and personally.
You’re Not Alone in the Search
AFES campus groups exist to help students explore life’s big questions in community. Whether you’re a committed Christian or just curious, you’ll find a space to ask, wrestle, and discover.
At campuses all across Australia, student groups run regular Bible studies, public talks, and one-on-one meetups where you can dig into questions like:
- Is there truth in a world of opinions?
- Can faith and science coexist?
- What does the Bible say about identity, purpose, and hope?
Start Asking Now
You don’t have to wait until classes begin. Reach out to your local AFES group, follow us on socials, or join a pre-uni Bible study. Uni is a season of discovery. And we’d love to walk with you as you ask the big questions that matter most.
Common 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.
CU complements – not replaces – church. We’re a community to walk alongside you in your faith during your uni years. They’re a great place to invite classmates who might not feel comfortable entering a church service to explore Christianity. AFES groups will grow your love for God, biblical understanding and missional heart in a unique and unmissable way whole you’re at uni!
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?
There 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.
