Congratulations on your decision to study at Macquarie University!
Making the decision to travel to the other side of the world to study takes a lot of courage and commitment. Ahead of you are opportunities, experiences and challenges that may change the way you see the world and your place in it.
In this session you will meet the International Student Services (ISS) team. ISS will provide information relating to your student visa, tips to help you adjust to life in Australia and information relating to various services on campus. Attendance is compulsory. You only need to attend the one orientation session which is relevant to your program of study.
Undergraduate Orientation Sessions
Students entering from SIBT Pathway and all other new undergraduate students (direct or agent applications)
Attend the orientation session below according to your family name:
Family name A – I
Friday 13th February 2009
9am – 12.30 (BBQ lunch from 12.30 – 1.30pm)
Location to be confirmed.
Family name J - L
Friday 13th February 2009
9am – 12.30 (BBQ lunch from 12.30– 1.30pm)
Location to be confirmed.
Family name M - V
Friday 13th February 2009 (arrive at 12.30 for a BBQ lunch)
1.30pm – 5pm
Location to be confirmed.
Family name W - Z
Friday 13th February 2009
1.30pm – 5pm (arrive at 12.30 for a BBQ lunch)
Location to be confirmed.
To view a map of the campus, follow the link below:
All Postgraduate students - excluding the below programs
Monday 16th February 2009, 10am – 12pm (BBQ lunch at 12pm)
Location to be confirmed.
Master of Arts in International Communications
Thursday 19th February 2009, 10am - 12pm (BBQ lunch at 12pm)
Location to be confirmed.
Return to this venue for Academic Advising at 1pm
Master of International Relations
Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations
Postgraduate Certificate in International Relations
Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods (International Relations)
MIR Component of Double Degrees
Monday 16th February 2009, 9am-10am
Location to be confirmed.
Remain at this venue for Academic Advising followed by a BBQ lunch at 12.30pm
Graduate Accounting and Commerce Centre (GACC)
Including Master of International Business (MIB), Master of Commerce (MComm) and all double degrees with an MIB or MComm
Tuesday 17th February 2009, 10am-12pm (BBQ lunch from 12pm - 1pm)
Location to be confirmed.
Return to this venue after lunch for Academic Advising at 2pm
Masters of Translating and Interpreting
Thursday 19th February 2009, 9am – 10.30am
Location to be confirmed.
Remain at this venue for Academic Advising
To view a map of the campus, follow the link below:
Attend compulsory Enrolment Preparation Sessions. Bring your Letter of Offer, Passport and CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment) with you.
All undergraduates must attend a group Enrolment Preparation Session led by an Academic Adviser, which will assist you in further planning your enrolment and answer any queries you may have.
Go to the following link to view your enrolment preparation session:
http://www.student.mq.edu.au/enrol/undergrad/new/scheduleMid2008.html
Go to the following link and follow the steps:
http://www.student.mq.edu.au/enrol/postgrad/new/index.htm
Go to the following link and follow the steps:
http://www.student.mq.edu.au/enrol/undergrad/new/indexInternationals.htm (click on step 7)
Go to the following link and follow the steps:
http://www.student.mq.edu.au/enrol/postgrad/new/index.htm (click on step 7)
The Transition Program is for all students who are commencing study at Macquarie University. It focuses on skills to help you academically in your first weeks and gives you the chance to meet other new students studying in your area. It is different from Macquarie International's orientation session and you should attend both to get the best start to your academic life.
Further information and how to book are available by visiting the site below:
Orientation Activities gives you the opportunity to get to meet other new students. Activities include an orientation camp, orientation party, social club and Sydney day trips. Special Interest Sessions are aimed at raising awareness of the many issues that will affect the quality of your studies and life in Australia.
Check out the Orientation Activities and Special Interest Session section in the page below:
If you require further information please contact an International Student Adviser:
http://www.international.mq.edu.au/StudentServices/MIServices
The International Student Services (ISS) team is look forward to meeting you at Orientation 2009!