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Orientation

Alice Springs Orientation

14 July 2025
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This Orientation program for Alice Springs-based students will help you get to know CDU so you can feel connected and supported for study.

Remember to use the personalisation tool to view content specific to Domestic or International students. 

Orientation in just three steps...

Teal petal with text in the middle "1. Pre-Orientation check"
Yellow petal with text in the middle "2. See your schedule"
Red petal with text in the middle "3. Access resources"

This Orientation program for Alice Springs-based students will help you get to know CDU so you can feel connected and supported for study.

Remember to use the personalisation tool to view content specific to Domestic or International students. 

Orientation in just three steps...

Teal petal with text in the middle "1. Pre-Orientation check"
Yellow petal with text in the middle "2. See your schedule"
Red petal with text in the middle "3. Access resources"

1. Your pre-Orientation check

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New to CDU

Everything you need to get started at CDU and settle into student life, one step at a time.  

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International student information

Everything you need to know before arriving in Australia and commencing studies. The International Student Support Team is here to help navigate your journey.

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2. See your campus schedule

If you are studying externally as a domestic student, you are welcome to attend Orientation sessions outlined for your nearest campus location.

All times are in Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) unless stated otherwise.

Day 1 - Monday 14 July

Activity

Time

Welcome to CDU Alice Springs Orientation
and morning tea

Main meeting area Alice Springs campus, Student 
Central, Building 1

10.30 am - approx. 
11.30 am
Get an official welcome to CDU followed by a Welcome
to beautiful Arrernte Country. Meet the teams who provide
essential student services. Enjoy free morning tea, take a tour
around the campus and make connections with your 
fellow new and current students.
 

2. See your campus schedule

All onshore international students in Australia are expected to attend sessions outlined in their campus Orientation program. If you are unable to attend Orientation due to delays, please contact us for assistance.

All times are in Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) unless stated otherwise.

Day 1 - Monday 14 July

Activity

Time

Welcome to CDU Alice Springs Orientation
and morning tea

Main meeting area Alice Springs campus, Student 
Central, Building 1

10.30 am - approx. 
11.30 am
Get an official welcome to CDU followed by a Welcome
to beautiful Arrernte Country. Meet the teams who provide
essential student services. Enjoy free morning tea, take a tour
around the campus and make connections with your 
fellow new and current students.
 

If you live with a health condition or any kind of disability and require any additional support to fully participate in Orientation and in your studies, please let us know by emailing alicesprings@cdu.edu.au.

We will keep your information private and do everything we can to ensure you are set up for success from the very first day. We are committed to developing a fully inclusive community that is fully accessible to all staff, students and visitors with disabilities; a community characterised by dignified accessibility.

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Getting there

Alice Springs campus

10 Grevillea Drive
Alice Springs
NT 0871

Transport

You can plan your journey on public transport with the NT Bus Tracker app. The major bus interchange is at Railway Terrace, nearby Stuart Highway. Get student concession for bus travel by presenting your Student ID card to the bus driver on-board.

Parking

Parking at CDU Alice Springs campus is free. View the campus map for exact locations.

Safezone app on a smartphone

SafeZone

A free app to help you stay safe at CDU.

Request help in real-time and receive important notifications during an emergency.

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3. Access New to CDU resources

Study essentials
How to enrolWatch video
How to use LearnlineWatch video
Library support
Library 101Watch video
Return to study: Harness your strengths as a mature studentWatch video
Your online libraryWatch video
Student life and connection
CDU 101: The basics of student life at CDU,
Darwin and the Northern Territory
View PDF
All things uni - Let's talk CDU services and 
student support
Watch video
Let's talk scholarships 101Watch video
Regional report - From Alice Springs to SydneyWatch video

Connect with Student Central

Want advice on starting your first semester and navigating the university? Connect with the Student Central team. Our Student Advisors can offer support to help you enrol in the right units, choose a suitable study load, use CDU's online learning platforms, make friends with your peers and much more. 

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Opening hours

Monday - Thursday: 8.30 am - 4 pm
Friday: 8.30 am - 3 pm

1800 654 865 (Freecall)

(08) 8959 5311

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