Diploma & bachelor orientation

Looking to register for orientation?

To register for your orientation session, you will need to access the Orientation Hub with your student login details. Here you can also find all the resources you need to get set up and started at VU.  

Access Orientation Hub

Welcome to all of our new undergraduate students! 

Come along to your orientation to meet lecturers, explore your campus, and get important course information. Be sure to register for your orientation session on through the Orientation Hub. You will need your student login details to register. 

Don't miss out on the O-Fest social events across our campuses.

Semester 1, Block 1

Undergraduate degrees

Diplomas

International student orientation

Before you attend orientation, please follow our step-by-step instructions to enrol online.

All international students studying on an International Student Visa (subclass 500) are strongly encouraged to attend International Student Orientation. 

You should also attend your course orientation. Information about your course orientation could be found above. You will be able to register for the session via Student Hub closer to the event.

Upcoming orientation

When: Thursday 12 February 2026, 1.30–3.35pm AEST
Where: Footscray Park Campus, Building L, Room L114

This is a great opportunity to meet other VU commencing international students and get valuable insights and resources that will help you transition into the Victoria University community.

You’ll have the chance to meet our special guests from Life Saving Victoria, Fire Rescue and Victoria Police. Some of the fantastic people from VU Student Services will be sharing information about the various services available to international students.

Additionally, you'll learn how to make the most of your Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) to ensure you’re fully supported during your time at VU.

Related events & programs

Get ready for uni life with our events and preparation programs. 

Come along to any of the on-campus Orientation Festival (O-Fest) activities at any campus, regardless of your main campus of study. Join VU Kick Start or VU Ready Skills Lab to get help transitioning smoothly into university life.

Students enjoying O-Fest at Footscray Park campus
O-Fest social program
Attend to meet other students, join a club, find out about support services, get involved with student life, and take part in fun activities!
A young student with long hair and a black 'rock' t-shirt sits in a campus courtyard
VU Kick Start Program
VU Kick Start is a free program for new students who are of the first generation in their family to attend university.
Students attend a VU Leadership conference.
VU Ready Skills Lab
Build your academic skills, connect with friendly staff and fellow students, and gain the confidence to succeed in your studies!