Orientation

Welcome to Victoria University! 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 social events.

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.

Find your orientation

  • Preparation, VCE & English: For ELICOS and Foundations students.
  • Diploma & bachelor degree orientation: For undergraduate students studying a bachelor or diploma course.
  • Postgraduate orientation: For student studying a masters, graduate diploma, graduate certificate.

O-Fest Social Program

Preparation & English orientation

Diploma & bachelor orientation

Postgraduate orientation

International student orientation

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 24 July, 2—4pm AEST
Where: Room L114, Level 1, Building L, Footscray Park Campus

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.

Social events & preparation programs

Kick off university life with the Orientation Festival (O-Fest) activities and social program brought to you by Student Life. You can attend O-Fest activities at any campus, regardless of your main campus of study. There will be free food and entertainment throughout each day.

You can also come along to our preparation programs to help you get ready for 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!
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Students standing outside, holding an ice-cream and soft drink and smiling at camera.
VU Family Welcome Day
If you're a parent or guardian, come along to our VU Family Welcome Day and learn how to support your child as they commence their studies in 2025.

VU Kick Start Program

VU Kick Start is a free program for first-year students who are of the first in their family to attend university.

VU Kick Start Program - transcript
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!
A group of VU's Student Mentors standing in the courtyard outside M Building on VU's Footscray Park campus.
Student Mentor campus tours
Couldn't make it to your orientation session? No worries! Opt for a campus tour and support session with a friendly Student Mentor, guiding you through your campus and VU systems.

Getting connected videos

We have a full series of short videos to help you get connected to VU online and find out all you need to know to get started at VU.

Get started by watching the first 3 right now: