Darwin Orientation
This Orientation program for Darwin-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 Darwin-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 checklist
For all new commencing students, this interactive checklist will get you to start well at CDU and settle into student life, one step at a time.
Complete the checklist2. See your Orientation 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) (Darwin local time) unless stated otherwise.
Wednesday 11 November - Welcome to CDU Orientation
Activity | Time | Location |
| Welcome to CDU Orientation | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm ACST | Danala | Education and Community Precinct, Community Learning Room and Foyer area |
This is our official CDU welcome event! We provide essential information to start student life, where new students can connect with the CDU teams who support their learning journeys, key community organisations and enjoy a campus tour. Join us to discover what's ahead - collect your Welcome Pack, hear the Welcome to CDU address followed by a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. Participate in interactive information sessions to learn about student life at CDU, finding balance with study and work as a domestic student and essentials of living in Darwin (with a chance to win prizes). There will also be plenty of free food and drinks. |
Thursday 12 November - Faculty day
Today is about immersing in all things faculty. You will meet your lecturers and the learning support team, network with your peers and even get to make industry connections with peak bodies. Be treated with free food and also take a tour of your study spaces. See the schedule to find the session for your faculty.
Faculty | Time | Location |
| Faculty of Arts and Society | 10 am - 2 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Danala | Education and Community Precinct, Level 3, Room 3.08 |
| Faculty of Health | 10 am - 12 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Casuarina campus, Blue Building 5, Level 1, Room 01 |
Faculty of Science and Technology* For students in the following discipline: Information Technology | 10 am - 1 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Danala | Education and Community Precinct, Community Learning Room, Level 4, Room 16 |
Faculty of Science and Technology* For students in the following disciplines: Engineering, Science and | 1.30 pm - 4 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Casuarina campus, Yellow Building 1, Level 1, Room 39 |
*Check your discipline to make sure you attend the right faculty session.
Friday 13 November - Student Carnival: Red Carpet edition
Activity | Time | Location |
| Student Carnival: Red Carpet edition | 5 pm - 7 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Danala | Education and Community Precinct |
| Get ready for an evening filled with free food, DJ, photobooth and lots of fun. Dress up or down, feel free to wear your favourite multicultural attire. But as long as you're there, it's a party! |
2. See your Orientation 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) (Darwin local time) unless stated otherwise.
Wednesday 11 November - Welcome to CDU Orientation
Activity | Time | Location |
| Welcome to CDU Orientation | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm ACST | Danala | Education and Community Precinct, Community Learning Room and Foyer area |
This is our official CDU welcome event! We provide essential information to start student life, where new students can connect with the CDU teams who support their learning journeys, key community organisations and enjoy a campus tour. Join us to discover what's ahead - collect your Welcome Pack, hear the Welcome to CDU address followed by a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. Participate in interactive information sessions to learn about student life at CDU, things to know as an international student and essentials of living in Darwin (with a chance to win prizes). There will also be plenty of free food and drinks. |
Thursday 12 November - Faculty day
Today is about immersing in all things faculty. You will meet your lecturers and the learning support team, network with your peers and even get to make industry connections with peak bodies. Be treated with free food and also take a tour of your study spaces. See the schedule to find the session for your faculty.
Faculty | Time | Location |
| Faculty of Arts and Society | 10 am - 2 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Danala | Education and Community Precinct, Festival Learning Room, Level 3, Room 3.08 |
| Faculty of Health | 10 am - 12 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Casuarina campus, Blue Building 5, Level 1, Room 01 |
Faculty of Science and Technology* For students in the following discipline: Information Technology | 10 am - 1 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Danala | Education and Community Precinct, Community Learning Room, Level 4, Room 16 |
Faculty of Science and Technology* For students in the following disciplines: Engineering, Science and | 1.30 pm - 4 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Casuarina campus, Yellow Building 1, Level 1, Room 39 |
*Check your discipline to make sure you attend the right faculty session.
Friday 13 November - Student Carnival: Red Carpet edition
Activity | Time | Location |
| Student Carnival: Red Carpet edition | 5 pm - 7 pm ACST | Main meeting area: Danala | Education and Community Precinct |
| Get ready for an evening filled with free food, DJ, photobooth and lots of fun. Dress up or down, feel free to wear your favourite multicultural attire. But as long as you're there, it's a party! |
Enrolment support at Orientation
Drop in and say hello on Monday 9 November and Tuesday 10 November so you can get your student ID, meet your CDU team, get help with enrolment and ask any questions before the semester starts.
Danala | Education and Community Precinct
Level 1, Foyer
9 am to 3 pm
Our students' Orientation experience
"It was honestly incredible! For me, having the event spread over multiple days was great because it kept my energy levels high the whole time. I'm really glad I decided to attend every day."
"The best part of Orientation was exploring different stalls, learning about scholarships and job opportunities, and of course the freebies and food. I also got to meet new people from all over the world."
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 contacting Access and Inclusion.
Phone: (08) 8946 6288
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.
Getting there
Danala | Education and Community Precinct
Danala | Education and Community Precinct
54 Cavenagh Street
Darwin
NT 0800
Casuarina campus
Ellengowan Drive
Brinkin
NT 0810
Transport
You can plan your journey on public transport with the NT Bus Tracker app. The major bus interchanges are located at Casuarina Shopping Centre, Darwin interchange and Palmerston interchange. Get student concession for bus travel by presenting your Student ID card to the bus driver on-board.
CDU Student Bus service
Hop on the free CDU student bus to travel from campus to campus throughout the day and night. Just present your current student ID when boarding. See the timetable and more details on the Bus service page.
Parking
Free parking, parking permits and pay and stay parking are available at Casuarina, Waterfront Darwin and Danala | Education and Community Precinct. See Parking facilities for more details.
You may also use paid parking along City of Darwin's on-street parking zones or off-street CBD multi-level car parks.
SafeZone
SafeZone is a free app for all CDU students, staff and contractors that connects you directly to our security and safety teams. It enables staff and students to raise an alert that sends their GPS location directly to the Security Command Centre.
SafeZone3. Access New to CDU resources
Study essentials
| Your enrolment at CDU: A video series | Watch playlist |
| Introduction to Learnline: Your online learning platform | Watch video |
Connect at the 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 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.
Opening hours
Danala | Education and Community Precinct
9 November to 13 November 2026
Level 1 Foyer
Monday - Friday: 9 am - 3 pm ACST
16 November to 20 November 2026
Level 1 Foyer
Monday - Friday: 10.30 am - 1.30 pm ACST
Casuarina campus
16 November to 20 November 2026
Library, Red Building 8, Level 1, Room 05
Monday - Friday: 10.30 am - 1.30 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