Orientation

Welcome to Victoria University! We hope that studying with us is one of the most memorable times of your life.

Orientation is a great way to start university or TAFE. You'll get important course information and meet other students at social events.

Join the O-Fest social program in addition to your Orientation to make friends, join a club or society, find out about all the programs and support services available to you at VU, and participate in some fun activities.

Find your orientation

Students sitting around in the City Campus student lounge

Preparation, VCE & English orientation

Find orientation times, dates and other information for ELICOS and Foundations students.

A group of students gathering around the Student Leadership stall at the City Campus O-Fest in 2023.

Diploma & bachelor degree orientation

Find orientation times, dates and other information for undergraduate students.

Postgraduate orientation

Find orientation times, dates and other information for postgraduate students.

Kick off university life with the Orientation Festival (O-Fest) activities and social program brought to you by Student Life.

There will be free food and entertainment throughout each day.

You can attend O-Fest activities at any campus, regardless of your main campus of study.

The next O-Fest for Semester 2 Block 3 students is Thursday 28 September, 2023.
The next O-Fest Block Party is Tuesday 3 October, 2023.

Students enjoying O-Fest at Footscray Park campus

O-Fest social program 2023

Attend to meet other students, join a club, find out about support services, get involved with student life, and take part in fun activities!

Performer twirling fire at Block Party event at Footscray Park campus while crowd watches

O-Fest Block Party 2023

For all VU students (new and returning) from all campuses. Join us for a magical evening of free food, drinks and entertainment!

International students

If you are an international student visa holder (subclass 500) you must attend one compulsory 'Meet your International Student Support team' session, where you will learn important information.

Register international session