Postgraduate orientation
Welcome to all of our new postgraduate 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 the Orientation Hub. You will need your student login details to register.
If you're undertaking a research degree, see New HDR candidate information.
Semester 1 Block 1
Session details for 2026 are still being finalised. This page will be updated once sessions are confirmed.
Once released, you will be able to register for your orientation session on the Orientation Hub.
International students
All international students studying on an International Student Visa (subclass 500) are strongly encouraged to attend International Student Orientation, as well as your course orientation. Information about your course orientation could be found above.
Before you attend orientation, please follow our step-by-step instructions to enrol online.
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.
When: Thursday 12 February, 2pm—4pm AEST
Where: Footscray Park Campus, Building L, Room L114
About: This is a great opportunity to meet other VU commencing international students and get valuable insights and resources that will significantly contribute to your 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, as well as some of the fantastic people from Student Services at VU, who 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
Commencing students are invited to attend any of the on-campus Orientation Festival (O-Fest) activities at any campus, regardless of your main campus of study.
