Helpful directions

When you arrive in Melbourne, take some time to recover from your long journey. VU will support you through your Orientation and enrolment periods. Below are some suggestions to help you enjoy your time here.

First days in Melbourne

When you arrive you may feel tired, anxious and even apprehensive. Take time to adjust to your new environment. It may take a while before you feel comfortable and relaxed. This is a normal reaction for new international students and you should not feel alone. To find out more about coming to Melbourne download the Arrive and Thrive guide. Use the on-arrival checklist on pages 4-5 to make sure you don't neglect essentials like:

• finding accommodation
• accessing money
• using public transport
• visiting your VU campus
• finding restaurants and takeaway food outlets

Important dates for new international students

Some of the key important dates you need to know for Semester 2, 2010. If you need further advice and counselling contact the International Student Support Team.

Orientation

VU hosts at Orientation

Orientation is the perfect opportunity to get started on a great life at VU. It is important that you attend the Orientation Program to get essential information about living and studying in Melbourne. Make sure you register for Higher Education or TAFE orientation to have the chance to win an ipod touch and other great prizes when you attend.

What is orientation?

A fun and social event, Orientation is a comprehensive program designed to:

• create an opportunity for you to make new friends
• help you with your transition to university life
• put you on the path of your once-in-a-lifetime student journey
• provide you with essential information about living in Melbourne and studying at Victoria University

Orientation includes official events such as enrolment and information sessions and a variety of other events. During Orientation you will:

• meet fellow classmates and other international students
• meet staff from the International Student Support team and the VU faculties
• learn about our campus facilities

You will also receive information on the services and facilities at VU and in the local community, including:

• International Student Support (ISS)
• Facilities and services
• Legal services
• Emergency services
• complaints and appeal processes
• visa conditions

Orientation dates 2010

International student orientation - higher education
Semester 2, 2010
Wednesday 21 July, 9am - 4pm 
Footscray Park Campus, Building M Room 001

International student orientation - TAFE
Semester 2, 2010
Thursday 15 July 2010, 9am - 12.30pm
Footscray Nicholson Campus, Building T, Room T142

Enrolments

Semester 2 enrolment sessions for international students begin on July 12 for Vocational Education (TAFE) courses and on July 22 for Higher Ed courses.

Check our schedule of enrolment dates for international students for semester 2 to find the date, time, campus and room of your enrolment session.

Higher education - changes to your units of study

Any changes made to your units of study after week one of any semester will incur a late amendment fee.  

Census Date

Your student enrolment details must be finalised for each semester by:

• Semester 1, 2010: 31 March
• Semester 2, 2010: 31 August

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