Getting started

Prepare to arrive and thrive in your first semester

There are many steps you can take to get prepared before starting university. Once you're here, we offer plenty of help and guidance.

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What to expect

Prepare for the next chapter of your education

You’ve earned the grades, accepted your offer and enrolled. But you may still not be sure what to expect from university or what it will expect from you. Here are some basics you need to know.

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Orientation at the University of Sydney

You're enrolled. What happens at Orientation?

Orientation is your chance to find your bearings on campus and meet other students before lectures start.

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Your first semester

Adapting to university study doesn't have to be stressful

Use the first week of semester to get into good habits. Plan out your time between classes, seek advice from your faculty, tutors and fellow students, and always read your course materials before class.

Connect with other students

Sydney among top five cities for student life

QS Best Student Cities 2016 revealed

Sydney has been rated as one of the top five student cities in the world, according to the latest QS Best Student Cities Rankings.