Whether you're starting your first degree, or returning to study after some time away, we want you to get the most out of your studies.
Get your best start to university life by accessing essential resources and registering for our induction programs: Virtual Welcome, Getting Started Day, and Orientation Day.
Join one of our online Virtual Welcome events for an opportunity to:
These events are designed for ACU offer holders.
For more information regarding dates and session details please visit the Virtual Welcome webpage.
The one-day Getting Started program is designed for any students who would like some extra, one-on-one support and peer-connection before Orientation Day and the start of semester.
The program explores common challenges that students experience throughout their first year at university. Connect with friendly student mentors and hear about what you need to know and do to be successful.
You only need to attend one Getting Started Day either on campus or online.
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Campus |
Dates |
Session times |
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Ballarat |
Monday 23 February |
8.30am – 12pm (AEDT) |
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Blacktown |
Thursday 19 February |
8.30am – 12pm or 12.30 – 4pm (AEDT) |
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Brisbane |
Wednesday 18 February |
8.30am – 12pm or 12.30 – 4pm (AEST) |
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Canberra |
Monday 23 February |
8.30am – 12pm (AEDT) |
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Melbourne |
Tuesday 17 February or Thursday 19 February |
8.30am – 12pm or 12.30 – 4pm (AEDT) |
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North Sydney |
Wednesday 18 February |
8.30am – 12pm or 12.30 – 4pm (AEDT) |
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Strathfield |
Tuesday 17 February |
8.30am – 12pm or 12.30 – 4pm (AEDT) |
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Online |
Monday 16 February |
11.45am – 2.15pm (AEST) 12.45 – 3.15pm (AEDT) |
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or Thursday 19 February |
4.45 – 7 .15pm (AEST) 5.45 – 8.15pm (AEDT) |
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or Friday 20 February |
8.45 – 11.15am (AEST) 9.45am – 12.45pm (AEDT) |
Attending Orientation Day is an essential part of starting your ACU journey. During your Orientation Day you will find out important information about your course, and what to expect in your first semester. Go on campus tours, learn about your campus student association, student clubs and societies, make friends, and speak to our expert staff about everything that ACU can offer you.
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Campus |
Dates |
Event times |
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Ballarat |
Tuesday 24 February, |
9am – 3pm (AEDT) |
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Blacktown |
Tuesday 24 February, |
9am – 3pm (AEDT) |
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Brisbane |
Tuesday 24 February, |
9am – 3pm (AEST) |
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Canberra |
Wednesday 25 February |
9am – 3pm (AEDT) |
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Melbourne |
Wednesday 25 February |
9am – 3pm (AEDT) |
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North Sydney |
Thursday 26 February |
9am – 3pm (AEDT) |
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Strathfield |
Wednesday 25 February |
9am – 3pm (AEDT) |
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Online |
Friday 27 February |
11am – 3pm (AEST) 12 – 4pm (AEDT) |
We have developed a hybrid program for term-based students, giving you many of the usual sessions offered at the semester Orientation.
Access information from the Orientation website before classes start and attend your course day to get the best start.
Orientation activities for term 1 2026 will be held on Friday 30 January 2026 10am – 3pm.
Please note that classes begin from Monday 2 February 2026, for students undertaking:
We have developed a library of online resources and a short program for ACU Online students. These contain the relevant portions of the semester-based orientation, tailored to your needs as an online student.
ACU Online term 1 commences Monday 2 February. Take the following steps to ensure you are well prepared to start uni:
We've compiled a step-by-step checklist for you to use to ensure you tick-off all the essential tasks before you start uni.
Access your checklist (PDF, 130 KB)
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