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. Even if you're studying online with USC, you can still join in on the on-campus sessions, workshops and activities. Check out your local USC campus program and join us on the day!
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!
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Time |
Session |
Register |
| 10–10.25am |
Discover the Library Meet the library staff who will introduce you to the services, spaces and extensive print and online resources offered through the library. |
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| 10.45–11.30am |
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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| 1–2pm |
Study Skills Find out what key skills you need to acquire to be prepared for your first week of study. |
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Time |
Session |
Register |
| 10–11am |
Reading and Notetaking Learn tips for taking effective notes in class and while studying! |
Click here to register for a Reading and Notetaking workshop |
| 12.15–1.15pm |
Referencing and Academic Integrity Prepare for the start of the semester with this Academic Skills workshop. |
Click here to register for a Referencing and Academic Integrity workshop |
| 1.30–2.15pm |
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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| 2-3.30pm |
Postgraduate and HDR Academic Skills and Research session Learn about beginning research, managing your reading, and academic writing from our Learning Advisers, Library and eResearch teams. |
Click here to register for this session |
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Time |
Session |
Register |
| 10–11am |
Study Skills Find out what key skills you need to acquire to be prepared for your first week of study. |
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| 11.30–11.55am |
Discover the Library Meet the library staff who will introduce you to the services, spaces and extensive print and online resources offered through the library. |
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Time |
Session |
Register |
| 10–11am |
Referencing and Academic Integrity Prepare for the start of the semester with this Academic Skills workshop. |
Click here to register for a Referencing and Academic Integrity workshop |
| 11.30am–12.15pm |
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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| 1–2pm |
Reading and Notetaking Learn tips for taking effective notes in class and while studying! |
Click here to register for a Reading and Notetaking workshop |