Welcome to Victoria University and Victoria University Polytechnic!

We hope that studying with us is one of the most memorable times of your life.

Orientation is a great way to start university or TAFE. You'll get important course information and meet other students at fun social events. Currently our Orientation sessions are being held online.

Join the O-Fest social program in addition to your Orientation to make friends, join a club or society, find out about all the programs and support services available to you at VU, and participate in some fun activities.

Welcome to Uni - Orientation Week - Transcript

2021 orientation program

New to VU? Make sure you attend your Welcome Session(s) as well as our virtual O-Fest activities and social program.

Be sure to watch all of the Getting Connected videos before your Welcome as these contain essential information to help you get ready for your first day of classes.

You will receive an email with details on how to access your relevant sessions.

If you’re about to commence an undergraduate degree in January, come along to this Welcome Session to get prepared before your first class. You'll have the opportunity to ask academic staff, Student Mentors, and Student Advisors any questions you might have.

All sessions will be hosted via the Zoom online meeting platform.

Summer Block 1 welcome session

Wednesday 13 January, 10.30am-12pm AEDT

O-Fest Social Program

Wednesday 13 – Friday 15 January

Make sure you attend our virtual O-Fest activities! You can meet other students, get involved with student life and take part in fun activities.

Register for Summer O-Fest

Saturday 13 February 2020

Starting university can be a big step. Come along to our annual Orientation event - VU Family Welcome – to learn how to support your child, parent or friend starting their studies in 2021.

You will learn more about: 

  • the difference between studying at high school and university
  • housing, fees, scholarships and more
  • VU's free support services
  • current students' experiences.

Registrations open January 2021.

If you’re starting an undergraduate degree in February, come along to your Welcome Session to get prepared to commence your studies. You'll have the opportunity to ask academic staff, Student Mentors, and Student Advisors any questions you might have.

There will be multiple sessions taking place Monday 15 – Friday 19 February.

Come along to your virtual postgraduate orientation session to get to know our friendly college and school staff. Gain all the essential information you need to start your study.

LGML Graduate Diploma in Migration Law

Saturday 16 January 2021

This is not a live session, your orientation recording will be displayed in your VU Collaborate space on Saturday 16 January 2021.

For instructions on how to access VU Collaborate, please watch our Getting Connected videos. 

It is essential for all enrolled students to listen to the course orientation recording prior to commencing their classes.

Students will gain an understanding of course structure, assessment requirements and academic support options.

VU Business School Welcome

Wednesday 17 February, 2-3.15pm AEDT

Zoom Online Platform

If you’re about to commence your studies with Victoria University Business School, come along to this Welcome Session to get prepared. You'll have the opportunity to ask academic staff, Student Mentors, and Student Advisors any questions you might have.

If you are commencing your Foundations course, please attend the compulsory VU College Course Welcome for the Foundation Programs.

During your orientation you will learn about the Foundation program, get the opportunity to meet your classmates, receive enrolment support and learn how to navigate the VU Collaborate platform in a session delivered by your teachers.

All sessions will be hosted via the Zoom online meeting platform.

You will receive the meeting information for your session via email.

Foundations Welcome

Trimester 1, 2021: Thursday 11 February, 10am-2pm AEDT

  • Session 1: Foundation course welcome
  • Session 2: Enrolment and timetable support
  • Session 3: VU Collaborate support session

If you are commencing one of the following courses, please attend the Foundations Welcome before your course starts:

  • JQAG International Foundations at VU
  • JQAH International Foundations at VU (Extended)
  • JYAC Foundations at VU

If you’re about to commence a Higher Education Diploma course with VU College, come along to your Welcome Session to get prepared to commence your studies.

During your orientation your Program Managers will provide you with important information about you course. You will also get the opportunity to meet your classmates and teachers, plus have the opportunity to ask any questions before your course commences.

All sessions will be hosted via the Zoom online meeting platform.

You will receive the meeting information for your session via email.

Higher Education Diploma Welcome session

Friday 19 February, 10am–12pm AEDT

If you are commencing one of the following courses, please attend the Higher Education Diploma Welcome:

  • VDBE Diploma of Business (Enterprise)
  • VDEN Diploma of Engineering
  • VDIT Diploma of Information Technology.

As a new international student, you must attend one compulsory Meet Your International Student Advisors session before your course start date.

International Student Advisors (ISAs) understand the challenges you might face as you adjust to a new culture and environment. Our dedicated ISAs will provide you with information and support every step of the way.

You can ask questions and find out about VU's many support services to help you make the most of your time at VU.

Check your Welcome to VU email to register. For more information, contact our ISAs.

All sessions will be hosted via the Zoom online meeting platform.

  • Thursday 14 January, 1-1.45pm AEDT
  • Friday 12 February, 1-1.45pm AEDT
  • Wednesday 17 February, 1-1.45pm AEDT
  • Monday 8 March, 1-1.45pm AEDT
  • Thursday 29 April, 1-1.45pm AEST
  • Friday 2 July, 1-1.45pm AEST

Students are encouraged to follow our step-by-step instructions to enrol online prior to attending Orientation.

If you are having difficulties with your enrolment, please attend one of the following online drop-in enrolment support sessions and our friendly Enrolments team will assist you.

You will receive a link to your session via email. 

HE Diploma students drop-in session

Tuesday 9 February, 2-3pm AEDT

Undergraduate students drop-in session

Wednesday 10 February, 2–3pm AEDT

Postgraduate students drop-in session

Thursday 11 February, 2–3pm AEDT

HE Diploma, undergraduate & postgraduate drop-in session

Tuesday 16 February, 2–3pm

Monday 15 – Friday 19 February 2020.

Make sure you attend our virtual O-Fest activities! You can meet other students, get involved with student life and take part in fun activities.

Registrations will open mid-January.

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First-in-family program

During O-Fest, the Kick Start program will hold a session for participants.

Read about the program and how to apply.

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