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Orientation

Welcome to the University of Newcastle College of International Education!

Whether you study on campus or online, Orientation is a great opportunity to meet the College staff and your new peers, learn about your program and our services and facilities – so you can have the best possible start to your educational journey at the college.

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2025 Orientation Dates
Program
Term
Orientation Date
Pre-Master's Program
Trimester 1

15 January 2025 

16 January 2025

Foundation Studies
Trimester 1

19 February 2025 

20 February 2025

Express Preparation Program
Trimester 1

19 February 2025 

20 February 2025

Express Preparation Program
Semester 1

19 February 2025 

20 February 2025

Degree Transfer Extended
Trimester 1

19 March 2025 

20 March 2025

Pre-Master's Program
Trimester 2

7 May 2025 

8 May 2025

Foundation Studies
Trimester 2

18 June 2025 

19 June 2025

Degree Transfer
Semester 2

16 July 2025 

17 July 2025

Pre-Master's Program
Trimester 3

20 August 2025 

21 August 2025

Foundation Studies
Trimester 3

15 October 2025 

16 October 2025

Express Preparation Program
Trimester 3

15 October 2025 

16 October 2025

Degree Transfer
Trimester 3

15 October 2025 

16 October 2025

Pre-Master's Program
Trimester 3

15 October 2025 

16 October 2025

If you are unsure about your start date, please check your Confirmation of Enrolment and the Fees & Key Dates page.

Your Orientation

Orientation takes place one week before the start of your program. More information about the Orientation schedule will be sent to the email address you included on your College application. If you do not receive your orientation email one week before your program starts, please contact us.

 

During orientation you can expect to:

  • Learn more about your program and enrol in your first courses;

  • Meet key staff members, your peers and current College students;

  • Join interactive sessions to help you navigate the online learning systems;

  • Learn about studying and living in Newcastle.

Have more questions? Contact the Student Experience Team.

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