Missed Orientation? Curtin University Orientation

Things to do:

1. Become familiar with OASIS (make sure you check the "StartUp" tab - it will provide a great deal of useful information about making a great start at Curtin)
2. Check you are enrolled in the correct units (check your enrolment advice)
3. Ensure you have registered for classes via eStudent (within OASIS)
4. Check out LibGuides for library workshops and tours and to get a head start on developing your research skills, provided by your Library
5. Find out where your classes will be held
6. Check your Curtin email address to receive Curtin news and information (via OASIS)
7. Organise your parking permit or public transport route
8. Plan your semester timetable
9. Check Blackboard (via OASIS) and read your Unit Outlines (if your lecturers have chosen to use Blackboard). You will also find lecture notes and tutorial information here.
10. If you are a new to Curtin Undergraduate student starting your FIRST YEAR and FIRST SEMESTER at Curtin get in touch with your Mentor!
11. Check out the Curtin Student Guild and their Student Clubs
12. View the various Orientation seminars that have been iLectured which are applicable to you (see the Orientation Guide for more details):
    • English Language Seminar - Identify your strengths and weaknesses when using English
    • International Student Enrolment Briefing: Curtin Business School
    • International Student Enrolment Briefing: Humanities
    • International Student Enrolment Briefing: Science and Engineering
    • International Orientation - Official information regarding studying in Australia for international students
    • Official Welcome - The official welcome to Curtin (video coming soon)
    • Humanities Official Welcome 
    • Cultural Literacy 500 - for postgraduate students 
    • Faith, Spirituality & Religion at Curtin - explore spirituality or practice your religion at Curtin 
    • Get to Know Your Guild Workshop - understand what the Guild does for you 
    • Getting on the Right Track - For new mature-age students 
    • Getting Around Safe and Sound - Information about Perth's public transport system, road safety and security 
    • How to Find Part-time Work - Tips on gaining employment whilst studying 
    • Kick Starting your Career - Ideas on moving toward your future career 
    • Mighty IT - IT related information for getting up to speed with Curtin's systems 
    • Postgraduate Research Student Orientation Session - For Postgraduate Research students 
    • Stretching Your Student Dollar - How to make your money go further while at university 
    • Succeeding at Uni - Tips and tricks for how to succeed at University 
    • The Brain Game - Find out how to turn brain power into successful learning
    • This is Australia! - An introduction to Australia and Australian culture 
    • When the Wheels Fall off at Uni
    • Your Rights as a Student - There are certain standards you can expect of the University (video coming soon)

International students need to also:

1. Contact your family to let them know you have arrived safely
2. Find permanent accommodation
3. Apply online to obtain your Overseas Health Cover card
4. Open a bank account (this can be done through BankWest or UniCredit)

Higher degree by research students need to also:

1. Review the information available for students who are new to a postgraduate research degree.
2. Become familiar with the Guidelines for research students.
3. Review the information available on preparing the Application for Candidacy.
4. Register to attend relevant seminars.

Contact Us

If you are concerned about your studies or are not feeling healthy, safe and happy as a student, please contact our new Student Wellbeing Service.