Alice Springs Orientation
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...
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...
1. Your pre-Orientation check
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.
Learn more2. See your campus schedule
Make sure to register your details to reserve a limited Orientation welcome pack for collection on the day. Registered students who attend Orientation will also go in the draw to win the ultimate CDU starter pack!
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 - Wednesday 26 February
Activity | Time |
Welcome to CDU Alice Springs Orientation Main meeting area Alice Springs campus, Student | 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
Make sure to register your details to reserve a limited Orientation welcome pack for collection on the day. Registered students who attend Orientation will also go in the draw to win the ultimate CDU starter pack!
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 visit our online Welcome Centre for assistance.
All times are in Australian Central Standard Time (ACST) unless stated otherwise.
Day 1 - Wednesday 26 February
Activity | Time |
Welcome to CDU Alice Springs Orientation Main meeting area Alice Springs campus, Student | 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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Welcome to CDU Alice Springs Orientation
Welcome to the CDU Alice Springs Orientation. Take a campus tour, meet the team and have morning tea.
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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
A free app to help you stay safe at CDU.
Request help in real-time and receive important notifications during an emergency.
Learn more3. Access New to CDU resources
Study essentials
| How to enrol | Watch video |
| How to use Learnline | Watch video |
Library support
| Library 101 | Watch video |
| Return to study: Harness your strengths as a mature student | Watch video |
| Your online library | Watch 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 101 | Watch video |
| Regional report - From Alice Springs to Sydney | Watch video |
Connect at the Online New Student Welcome Centre
Want advice on starting your first semester and navigating the university? Connect with us at the New Student Welcome Centre. Our Student Advisors can offer one-on-one 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. This service is available online during those initial weeks when you are setting up for success.
Opening hours
From 3 March - 14 March 2025
Online
Join the Online New Student Welcome Centre via Zoom link below:
Monday - Friday: 12 pm - 1 pm ACST
Still have questions?
If you prefer to call or send an email, get in touch with Student Central. Your enquiry will be answered by our knowledgeable staff.
Contact Student Central
Monday - Thursday: 8.30 am - 4 pm
Friday: 8.30 am - 3 pm
1800 654 865 (Freecall)