What is Orientation?
Orientation is about getting prepared to start university.
Semester 2, 2020 Orientation will be held completely online. Through a mix of live workshops, webinars, video recordings and interactive sessions, you will meet your teachers, learn about your program and get familiar our with online systems.
We'll also introduce you to our wide range of support services and help you make connections with other students. You’ll feel ready for the semester to begin with opportunities to refresh your study skills and ask all of your questions about getting started.
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Access to Orientation activities and workshops will be available from 22 June.
This will give you four weeks before your classes commence to work your way through webinars and video recordings and attend live workshops and interactive sessions. Here's a sneak peak at what Orientation will look like.
Welcome to USC
We're so excited to welcome you to USC! Get to know your University, your campus and your learning community.
Getting started
Get organised for study using the Getting Started checklist.
Support
Meet the people here to support you throughout your USC journey.
Study skills and learning resources
Learn simple strategies to enhance your learning, improve your skills and get the most out of your studies.
Get connected
Actively embrace opportunities to connect with your fellow students with help from your Student Guild, Student Clubs and Student Wellbeing.
Program information
Learn essential information about your program and meet your teaching staff.
Live sessions, events and social opportunities
Join in on social activities including trivia nights, yoga, Q&A sessions, a Student Club fair and more!
Your First Year
Ongoing advice and support for your first day, first week, first month, first semester and beyond.
Getting started
First thing's first - if you haven't already, activate your offer to study at USC.
Get organised now to make the most of Orientation and give yourself the best possible start to your studies. Register for a Preparing for USC session and Academic Skills workshops and start completing your Getting Started checklist.
Setup your student email, download Microsoft Office 365 and get familiar with our IT systems and how to use Zoom for learning.
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Log in to USC Central and select your courses and class times. Class selection for Study Period 2 opens 22 June. You will need to activate your offer before you can enrol.
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Submit a photo for your student ID card so you can start reaping the student benefits!
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If you have studied before, submit a credit application now.
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Plan how you will manage your study, social and work commitments.
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Find your textbooks, workbooks and other study materials required.
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Check the Academic Calendar and save important dates such as enrolment, grade release and Census date.
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AccessAbility Services
If your studies are affected by a disability, learning disorder, mental health issue, injury or illness, you are strongly encouraged to connect with AccessAbility Services as early as possible. AccessAbility Services can provide access to appropriate reasonable adjustments and practical advice about the support and facilities available to you throughout the University.
Register now
Register for upcoming sessions and workshops starting from 23 June. Use your USC username and password to login to Student Hub and register.
Preparing for USC
Attending a Preparing for USC session is a great way to get all of your questions about starting university answered. Find out about essential services and supports available to you, learn strategies to manage your study and meet other students!
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Academic Skills Workshops
Want to know how to get the most out of a lecture, or get some tips on reading and researching? Attend as many Academic Skills workshops as you can to help brush up on your skills before the semester starts.
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Getting started with Zoom
Zoom is a collaboration tool that is ideal for online classes, meetings, special events and webinars. Many Orientation sessions and activities will be delivered via Zoom as well as some of your classes when they begin. Download the Zoom software today (free for all USC students) and start getting familiar with using Zoom for learning.
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What is Blackboard?
Blackboard is the web-based system that you will use to access your course learning materials. It is also where you will access all of your Orientation resources from 22 June. You can access Blackboard from the Current Students page on the USC website and will need your USC username and password to login. Visit Blackboard Learn for support, tutorials and FAQs.
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Explore support services
Discover the huge range of support available for all students including learning support, counselling services, health and wellbeing support, AccessAbility services and expert career guidance. We're here to support you throughout this entire journey.