Welcome to Victoria University and Victoria University Polytechnic! We hope that studying with us is one of the most memorable times of your life.
Orientations are a great way to start university or TAFE. You'll get important course information and make friends at fun social events.
On-campus orientations are held twice a year. In February/March (Semester 1) we call our orientation 'Summer O-Fest', and in July (Semester 2) we call it 'Winter O-Fest'.
As a new international student you need to arrive in Australia before your course starts and in time to attend your compulsory orientation session.
It’s a good idea to arrive at least a week before your international orientation. You'll then have time to explore Melbourne and go to O-Fest on your campus.
International orientation provides important information from VU staff, students and community organisations about living in Melbourne and getting a great start at VU, including:
Wednesday 10 July 2019
9am - 4pm
Room 1101, Level 11, City Flinders Campus
This orientation and enrolment session is essential for international students starting a:
Register for VU College/HE Diploma/Polytechnic international orientation
Tuesday 16 July 2019
9am - 4pm
Room L114, Building L, Footscray Park Campus
This orientation and enrolment session is essential for international students studying an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at the following course levels:
Register for Bachelor & postgraduate International Orientation
Friday 19 July
10am – 12pm
Room A330, Building A, Footscray Park Campus
This enrolment session is compulsory for international students under 18 years of age as of 19 July 2019 who are starting at VU in June or July.
Friday 19 July
11.45am - 3.45pm
VU Bar, Level 0, Building M, Footscray Park Campus
The Incredible Race combines team building and exploration into one action-packed afternoon. Working in teams, you’ll be given clues to help you explore our Footscray Park campus.
Lunch and afternoon tea will be provided.
The Very Useful Information Sessions are free sessions designed to help international students:
You can come along to as many sessions as you'd like.
