Orientation is designed for new students, to help you make the best possible start to your university experience.
Explore the Orientation program below and make sure you book into your Program Welcome session and workshops. Want to attend some sessions online? Check out the Online Orientation program for sessions available via Zoom.
Step 1: Book in for your Program Welcome session
At your Program Welcome session you will meet your teaching staff and other students, learn all about your program, get the lowdown on what to expect and have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.
Select your program from the drop-down list for your session date, time and location. Once you've found your session, check out the full Orientation program for other activities and sessions to attend. If you are studying a double-degree, we recommend attending both Program Welcome sessions if possible.
Orientation tip - Before you attend Orientation, make sure you watch your Program Information video and explore the online Orientation resources.
Step 2: Register for the Orientation skills workshops
There's a range of workshops available to help set you up for study success. Explore what’s on offer below and book in to as many workshops as you like!
Wednesday 23 February
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Time and location |
Session |
Register |
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10-11am in MB A.G.72 |
Study Skills Find out what key skills you need to acquire to be prepared for your first week of study. |
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11.15am-12pm in Auditorium A.G.23/A.G.25 |
IT Essentials An overview of the University's IT systems including Canvas, USC Central and your student email. You will also learn how to connect to the WIFI and the IT support that's available. |
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11.15am-12.15pm in MB A.G.47/48 |
Referencing and Academic Integrity Prepare for the start of the semester with this Academic Skills workshop. |
Click here to register for the Referencing and Academic Integrity workshop |
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12.20-1.20pm in MB A.G.47/48 |
Reading and Notetaking Learn tips for taking effective notes in class and while studying! |
Click here to register for a Reading and Notetaking workshop |
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12.30-1.15pm in Auditorium A.G.23/A.G.25 |
IT Essentials An overview of the University's IT systems including Canvas, USC Central and your student email. You will also learn how to connect to the WIFI and the IT support that's available. |
Click here to register for an IT Essentials workshop |
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1.30-2.30pm in Auditorium A.G.23/A.G.25 |
Study Skills Find out what key skills you need to acquire to be prepared for your first week of study. |
Click here to register for a Study Skills workshop |
Step 3: Attend student life events
Make sure you check out the social activities taking place during Orientation – it's a great way to connect, build friendships and learn about USC life. You don't need to book in for these activities, just show up and get involved in the student life at USC.
Wednesday 23 February
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Time and location |
Activity |
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9-9.45am in Auditorium A.G.23/A.G.25 |
Executive Welcome and Welcome to Country Join us for the Welcome to Country where the traditional custodians formally welcome you to their land on which we live, work and study. You can register for this session via Student Hub. |
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9am-3pm at the Concourse |
Lawn Games Come and join us on the Concourse for some fun lawn games with your fellow students. |
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9am-3.30pm at the Concourse |
Campus Tours Join in on a campus tour! Be guided by current students who know the best spots on campus and are here to help make your transition into university life smooth and enjoyable. |
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9am-4pm at the Concourse |
Scavenger Hunt Explore the campus with a riddle-filled scavenger hunt. |
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10.30am-3pm at the Concourse |
Stalls, Activities and Live Music Check out the Student Guild and student clubs, take the time to explore support services, pick up some freebies, meet your fellow students and enjoy live music, great food and fun activities! |
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12-12.30pm in MB A.G.33 |
Speed Friending Speed friending is your chance to meet people and make friends with a little help from our current students! |
| 2.45-3.15pm in MB A.G.33 |
Speed Friending Speed friending is your chance to meet people and make friends with a little help from our current students! |
| 3-4pm at The Rise |
Mario Kart on the Rise Play against other new students and see who is the ultimate Mario Kart champion! |
| 4-6pm in MB A.G.16 |
Trivia Night It’s time to get social! Join other new students to compete for prizes and bragging rights as you put your minds to work! Registration is essential for trivia and limited seats available - book in today! |
The above information is correct at the time of publishing. Please check back regularly for any changes.
Your Online Orientation program
Can't attend some of the workshops on campus? Explore what's happening online across the week so you don't miss out on learning everything that's available to you at USC.
Download the Orientation program
You can download the print version of the Orientation program to see what's happen on campus and online. Click here to download the print program.