Sydney Orientation
This Orientation program for Sydney-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 Sydney-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 Eastern Standard Time (AEST) (Sydney local time) unless stated otherwise.
Monday 13 July - Welcome to CDU Sydney
Activity | Time | Location |
| Welcome to CDU Sydney | 9 am - 4 pm AEST | Main meeting area: Foyer, Ground Floor, 815 George Street, Haymarket NSW 2000 |
| Join us for a warm welcome and formal introduction to CDU Sydney. Meet the teams who will support your learning, health and wellbeing, and enjoy free food while connecting with fellow students. Get help with enrolments, student cards and any questions you may have. |
Tuesday 14 July - Faculty day and social activity
Activity | Time | Location |
Faculty day and social activity
| 9.30 am - 4 pm AEST | Main meeting area: Foyer, Ground Floor, 815 George Street Haymarket NSW 2000 |
| Today is your introduction to all things faculty, including a meet and greet with your lecturers and learning support team. Network with your peers over free lunch and refreshments. Join the CDU Student Life session to discover the wide range of support services, student communities and opportunities available to you. |
Wednesday 15 July - Job Search Boot Camp
Activity | Time | Location |
| Job Search Boot Camp | 10 am - 1.30 pm AEST | Level 8, 815 George Street Haymarket NSW 2000 |
| In this session, you will learn what Aussie employers want and gain job search, interview and resume skills to kickstart your career. Plus, you will be fuelled with a free pizza lunch. |
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 Eastern Standard Time (AEST) (Sydney local time) unless stated otherwise.
Monday 13 July - Welcome to CDU Sydney
Activity | Time | Location |
| Welcome to CDU Sydney | 9 am - 4 pm AEST | Main meeting area: Foyer, Ground Floor, 815 George Street, Haymarket NSW 2000 |
| Join us for a warm welcome and formal introduction to CDU Sydney. Meet the teams who will support your learning, health and wellbeing, and enjoy free food while connecting with fellow students. Get help with enrolments, student cards and any questions you may have. |
Tuesday 14 July - Faculty day and social activity
Activity | Time | Location |
Faculty day and social activity
| 9.30 am - 4 pm AEST | Main meeting area: Foyer, Ground Floor, 815 George Street Haymarket NSW 2000 |
| Today is your introduction to all things faculty, including a meet and greet with your lecturers and learning support team. Network with your peers over free lunch and refreshments. Join the CDU Student Life session to discover the wide range of support services, student communities and opportunities available to you. |
Wednesday 15 July - Job Search Boot Camp
Activity | Time | Location |
| Job Search Boot Camp | 10 am - 1.30 pm AEST | Level 8, 815 George Street Haymarket NSW 2000 |
| In this session, you will learn what Aussie employers want and gain job search, interview and resume skills to kickstart your career in Australia. Plus, you will be fueled with a free pizza lunch. |
Our students' Orientation experience
"The best part of Orientation was getting comprehensive information about my course and all the necessary information that I needed to be prepared for Week 1 and beyond."
"I loved getting a feel for uni life after being out of school for many, many, many years."
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
Sydney campus
Levels 8 - 11
815 George Street
Haymarket
NSW 2000
Transport
You can plan your journey on public transport with Transport NSW Trip Planner. Check your eligibility for student concession and get discounted travel fares.
Parking
There are no CDU parking facilities at Sydney campus.
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
| 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
| All things uni - CDU services and student support | Watch video |
| Let's talk scholarships 101 | Watch 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.
Opening hours
Monday - Thursday: 8.30 am - 4 pm
Friday: 8.30 am - 3 pm