Starting at ACU

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 and Orientation Day.

“There is too much information to process for one individual without going to Orientation. It is beneficial for the transition of students.”

“A very welcoming experience and made me feel like I’m becoming part of something.”
New ACU Students

Virtual Welcome

Join one of our onlineVirtual Welcome events for an opportunity to:

  • meet fellow ACU offer holders
  • chat with current ACU students and staff
  • hear from our alumni
  • ask early questions about transitioning to university life

These events are designed for ACU offer holders.

Date

Time

Students attending

Monday October 9

(5 – 6 pm AEST)

6 – 7 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – all students

Wednesday December 6

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – all students

Tuesday January 23

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – Nursing, Midwifery & Paramedicine

Wednesday January 24 

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – Nursing, Midwifery & Paramedicine

Thursday January 25 

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – Allied Health

Monday January 29 

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – Peter Faber Business School

Tuesday January 30 

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – Behavioural and Health Sciences

Wednesday January 31 

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – Faculty of Education and Arts

Thursday February 1 

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – Faculty of Theology and Philosophy

Friday February 2 

(1 – 2 pm AEST)

2 – 3 pm AEDT

Virtual Welcome – Thomas More Law School

Learn more about the Connect2Uni Virtual Welcome

Getting Started

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 e from 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.

Campus

Date

Students attending

Melbourne Getting Started Day

Tuesday 13 February 2024

Melbourne Faculty Health Sciences students

Melbourne Faculty of Law and Business students

North Sydney Getting Started Day

Tuesday 13 February 2024

North Sydney commencing students

Online Getting Started Day

Tuesday 13 February 2024

Online Students

Students unable to attend on their campus

Online Getting Started Day

Wednesday 14 February

Online Students

Students unable to attend on their campus

Blacktown Getting Started Day

Thursday 15 February 2024

Blacktown commencing students

Melbourne Getting Started Day

Thursday 15 February 2024

Melbourne Faculty of Education and Arts students

Melbourne Faculty of Theology and Philosophy students

Melbourne Global Education Pathways students

Brisbane Getting Started Day

Thursday 15 February 2024

Brisbane commencing students

Strathfield Getting Started Day

Friday 16 February 2024

Strathfield commencing students

Online Getting Started Day

Friday 16 February 2024

Online Students

Students unable to attend on their campus

Online commencing students

Ballarat Getting Started Day

Monday 19 Feb 2024

Ballarat commencing students

Canberra Getting Started Day

Monday 19 Feb 2024

Canberra commencing students

Orientation Day

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.

Campus

Date

Students attending

Ballarat Orientation Day

Tuesday 20 February 2024

Ballarat commencing students

Blacktown Orientation Day

Tuesday 20 February 2024

Blacktown commencing students

Brisbane Orientation Day

Wednesday 21 February 2024

Brisbane commencing students

Canberra Orientation Day

Wednesday 21 February 2024

Canberra commencing students

Melbourne Orientation Day 1

Wednesday 21 February 2024

Melbourne Faculty Health Sciences students

Melbourne Faculty of Law and Business students

Melbourne Orientation Day 2

Thursday 22 February 2024

Melbourne Faculty of Education and Arts students

Melbourne Faculty of Theology and Philosophy students

Melbourne Global Education Pathways students

North Sydney Orientation Day

Thursday 22 February 2024 (FEA and FLB)

North Sydney commencing students

Strathfield Orientation Day

Wednesday 21 February 2024

Strathfield commencing students

Online Orientation Day

Friday 23 February 2024

Online commencing students

New student checklist

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, 264KB)

International students

Find out more about accepting your offer and enrolling

Contact the friendly team at international student support

Predeparture guide for International students (PDF)

Gateway to ACU (VIC Students only)

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