Your student journey begins here
Orientation is essential for a successful start at university. You can get all the information you need, make connections and build a community that enhances your new student experience.
Plan your Orientation
On-campus Orientation sessions are all about:
- exploring your campus and study spaces
- connecting with your faculty and meeting your lecturers
- finding information about key support services
- being social and getting involved in student life.
No matter where or how you study, you can find an Orientation schedule so you can join in on all the fun.
Alice Springs Orientation
Arrernte Country
14 July 2025
Join us on campus, get your welcome pack and connect with your CDU support teams and fellow students.
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Darwin Orientation (Casuarina campus and Danala | Education and Community Precinct)
Larrakia Country
14 July 2025
16 - 18 July 2025
Come along to four days designed to connect you with CDU support teams and your fellow students, and gain the tools you need to set yourself up for success.
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Sydney Orientation
Gadigal Country
14 July 2025
16 - 18 July 2025
Discover all the essential info to kick-start student life and connect with CDU staff who will support your learning journey.
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Online Orientation
10 July 2025
12 July 2025
15 July 2025
External students are invited to after-hours online sessions about student life, connecting with your Faculty, meeting staff and other students.
See detailsTake a virtual tour of CDU
Prepare for Orientation
Are you ready for study?
Whether you are online, face-to-face, domestic or international, the New to CDU checklist will set you up with to-do tasks and essential information for a great start in your first semester of study. Bonus - once you complete the checklist, you can go into a draw to win exclusive CDU merch!
New to CDU checklistYour go-to guides for all things uni
Explore Faculty and course information
Your Faculty looks after the course you are enrolled in. Find out more and access resources for detailed course information.
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Need help? Get in touch
Visit Ask CDU and get answers to frequently asked questions at any time.
You can also contact us for live support and help with any issues you may have.
Feedback and suggestions
We want to hear from you. Join the CDU Your Voice Student Network for your chance to provide feedback about Orientation and your transition into student life.
Your Voice Student Network