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International Student Orientation

Welcome to the University of Sydney! The University has many important and useful programs for newly arriving students. Our programs will help you adjust and make a smooth transition to your new environment.

During sessions, we will answer any questions you have about Sydney and the University. You will also have the chance to meet our staff, other students and enjoy social activities. There are different sessions you should attend depending on the type of study you are undertaking.

If you are here to study for six or twelve months only and you are taking your academic credit back to your home university, you are a Study Abroad or Exchange Student (STABEX). If you will complete a full degree at the University of Sydney you are an International Full Degree Student.

STABEX students are encouraged to attend:

Full Degree Students are encouraged to attend:

Postgraduate Full Degree students should also attend the Postgraduate Welcome and Orientation.

If you are still in need of a place to live, please attend one of the New to Sydney Accommodation Information sessions.

International Student Welcome

The International Student Welcome is a formal event to officially introduce new students to the University of Sydney community. The program will welcome you to Australia and the University, familiarise you with life in Sydney, and provide an opportunity for you to get to know other students.

Study Abroad and Exchange Students (STABEX)

Welcome
Monday 27 February, 10am
The Great Hall, The Quadrangle, Camperdown Campus
The welcome will be followed by morning tea in the Refectory, Holme Building, followed by Orientation in Eastern Avenue Auditorium.

Study Abroad or Exchange Students Orientation
When: Monday 27 February 2012, 12–2pm
Where: Eastern Avenue Auditorium, Eastern Avenue (see map)

Study Abroad or Exchange Students Enrolment
When: Tuesday 28 February 2012, 9.30am–12pm
Where: Eastern Avenue Auditorium, Eastern Avenue (see map)

After these events on Tuesday, you are invited to participate in games and a BBQ lunch, hosted by Sydney University Sport and Fitness (SUSF). We also encourage you to attend the University of Sydney Union's Sydney Day Trips.

Please note: Study Abroad and Exchange Students do not need to attend Faculty orientation sessions. For full details see the International Office website.

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Full Degree Students (undergraduate)

Welcome
Tuesday 28 February, 9am
The Great Hall, The Quadrangle, Camperdown Campus

All undergraduate and postgraduate international students are invited to join in a morning tea at 10am in the Quadrangle. The morning tea will be a chance to meet each other and make some new friends.

After these events, you are invited to participate in games and a BBQ lunch, hosted by the Sports and Fitness Centre (SUSF). We also encourage you to attend the University of Sydney Union's Sydney Day Trips.

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Full Degree Students (postgraduate)

All undergraduate and postgraduate international students are invited to join in a morning tea at 10am in the Quadrangle. The morning tea will be a chance to meet each other and make some new friends.

Welcome
Tuesday 28 February, 11am
The Great Hall, The Quadrangle, Camperdown Campus

After these events, you are invited to participate in games and a BBQ lunch, hosted by Sydney University Sport and Fitness (SUSF). We also encourage you to attend the University of Sydney Union's Sydney Day Trips.

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International Student Arrival Information Sessions

As soon as you arrive in Sydney, you should attend the next available information session, which will provide practical information to get you settled in and ensure your first few weeks in Sydney run as smoothly as possible.

Staff and students from across the University will be on hand to tell you about key resources on campus. Please bring any questions you have about living or studying at the University of Sydney. You only need to attend one of the three sessions.

When:

  • Tuesday 21 February, 9.30–11.30am
  • Thursday 23 February, 9.30–11.30am
  • Thursday 1 March, 9.30–11.30am

Where: Carslaw 157, Eastern Avenue Complex, Camperdown Campus (see map)

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USU Activities

The University of Sydney Union has organised two events, targeted to International students.

  • Sydney Day Trips
    Choose from a trip to Manly, Darling Harbour or the Rocks.
    When: Tuesday 28 February, 1.30pm
    Where: Meet at the International student lounge, Level 4 Wentworth Building. See map.
    Click here for further information or to register please visit USU's Facebook page
  • Welcome to Sydney Party
    To welcome the new incoming international students, USU is once again hosting a welcome party for our new visitors.
    When: Tuesday 28 February, 7pm
    Where: Manning Bar
    Click here for further details.

In addition, you are strongly encouraged to participate in O Week 2012: The Circus

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New to Sydney: Accommodation Information sessions

Information sessions will be held about temporary and permanent accommodation options for all students new to Sydney. These sessions will provide information about the different types of accommodation available, where to look, and some tips for living in Sydney. Staff will be available to answer any questions you might have, and you will have the opportunity to meet other ‘new to Sydney’ students.

Each session will take place from 11am to 12pm, unless stated otherwise.

When: Wednesday 15 February
Where: Eastern Avenue Seminar Room 406, Eastern Avenue Complex (see map)

When: Friday 17 February
Where: Eastern Avenue Seminar Room 404, Eastern Avenue Complex (see map)

When: Tuesday 21 February and Thursday 23 February at 12pm (following the International Student Arrival Information Sessions).
Where: Carslaw Lecture Theatre 157, Eastern Avenue Complex (see map)

When: Wednesday 29 February, 12–1pm
Where: Room 311, Eastern Avenue Complex (see map)

When: Thursday 1 March, 12–1pm
Where: Carslaw Lecture Theatre 157, Eastern Avenue Complex (see map)

For further information about temporary and permanent accommodation see the Accommodation Information Service website.

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