VU Family Welcome Day

Join us for VU Family Welcome on Saturday 14 February and learn how to support your child as they commence their studies in 2026!

Families, guardians, friends and support persons will have the opportunity to gather information via sessions and stalls, while being provided lunch, refreshments and entertainment.

Our array of stalls will involve:

• information regarding the VU Block Model®, Learning Hubs and the wider array of support services available to students
• essential details regarding fees, government support, scholarships, admissions and enrolments
• VUHQ pop-up to assist students in live enrolment and queries
• information and question sessions will be held in L114 lecture theatre throughout the event.

Schedule

• 10am: Stalls & event Welcome
  Join us in the P Courtyard for information stalls regarding everything you need to get started at VU. There will also be free food and a range of activities running up until 1.30pm.
• 11am: How to support a student studying in Block Model
  Come understand what the Block Model is! – How do assessments work? What is expected of students? Do we need textbooks? Do we have exams?
• 11.30am: Student wellbeing
  VU offers a range of support for students to ensure their success. Find out about accessibility, counselling, welfare, student advocacy, and more!
• 12pm: University survival guide - For students & parents
  Join us and get tips, and hard-won secrets from VU Students to get the best uni experience. Also, for worried parents, we have something for you too to help you support your child in the best way possible!
• 12.40pm: Set yourself up for success at VU -  Study skills & academic support
  Begin your VU journey with confidence! Discover how Maths and Writing Advisors, Library Services and our amazing Student Mentors can help you stay on track and succeed in your studies. Whether it’s mastering assignments, getting up to speed with academic referencing, tackling tricky maths problems, or building your study skills, we’ve got you covered!  

Registrations are essential.