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Student Hub: Orientation

Orientation: Learn how to 'uni'

Orientation will help you establish connections and start your academic journey with confidence. It is an essential step to ensure you make the most of your time at Torrens University or Think Education.

We’re here to help you feel at home and set you on the path to success.

Here's what we cover during Orientation

Understanding university life

Learn what it means to study at Torrens University, including our academic expectations and what it takes to succeed.

Navigating your course

Get to know your course structure, learning outcomes, and what’s required for assessments, industry connections, and employability.

Accessing essential systems

We'll guide you through logging into key systems like the online learning platform and your student email.

Exploring services

Discover where to find support services and how to make the most of the campus environment, including safety and local amenities.

Embracing inclusivity

We’re dedicated to a campus culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Setting career goals

Start thinking about your career aspirations and how your degree will help you achieve them.

When is my Orientation?

Orientation is held the week before the start of the study period. Check the Key dates for your study period start date.

Specific study period information will be updated closer to the Orientation date.

Trimester 3 2025 - Torrens University and Think Education

Orientation is key to your success! It introduces you to campus, academic programs, and support services. You’ll meet peers and faculty, helping you build a sense of community. Plus, you'll gain valuable skills like study habits and time management, setting you up for a confident and successful educational journey.

International students - attending an Orientation is compulsory.

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Business & Hospitality

On-campus Orientation: Wed 10 or Thu 11 Sep

Virtual Orientation: Mon 8 Sep

Design & Creative Technology

On-campus Orientation: Thu 11 Sep

Virtual Orientation: Wed 10 Sep

Health & Education

On-campus Orientation: Thu 11 Sep

Virtual Orientation: Tue 9 Sep

Science for Success: Fri 12 Sep

Nursing

On-campus Orientation: Thu 11 Sep

Late Nursing Induction: Fri 19 Sep

Higher Degrees by Research

Online session: 9 or 12 Sept

Science for Success

Online workshop: Fri 12 Sep

Start strong with our Getting Started Guide!

Whether you're studying online or on campus, this easy-to-follow guide will walk you through everything you need to hit the ground running. From accepting your offer and setting up your student email to exploring Orientation, key platforms, academic support, and wellbeing resources - this is your go-to checklist for success in your first trimester and beyond.

Get ready. Get confident. Get connected.

What can I do to prepare?

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1 Pre-orientation prep

Welcome! It’s never too early to start getting ready. Check out what you can do before Orientation.

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2 Attend Orientation

Get to know us and your course, connect with services, and find out essential information for a great start.

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3  Your first week!

We've got lots of great things to help you in your first week of classes... and beyond. Find out more.

Get to know MyLearn

MyLearn, your online learning platform, keeps all your course materials in one handy place.

Access course and subject resources, stay organised with due date calendars, collaborate seamlessly with OneNote, and benefit from a fully accessible platform designed to fit your university life.