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Orientation

Getting started in your research degree

You are at the start of one of the most rewarding degrees you will undertake, and you are joining a vibrant group of researchers.

- Professor Wayne Spratford, Dean, Graduate Research School

Checklist

Are you ready for your brand new HDR degree? Get started on the right foot with the Graduate Research Orientation Checklist

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Semester 2, 2025 Graduate Research Orientation Day

When:  Tuesday 22 July, 9am–3.30pm

Where: Ann Harding Conference Centre, University of Canberra campus

Register now for Orientation

Register for Orientation Session Walk and Talk Discovery Experience

Join the Graduate Research School and your fellow candidates for your dedicated Graduate Research Orientation Day! We'll cover all the important information you need to get started in your HDR degree:

  • Getting familiar with UC campus and UC services
  • Enrolment, fees, and HDR milestones
  • Managing your degree
  • Understanding candidate rights, roles, and responsibilities
  • Academic student supports at UC
  • Student Wellbeing supports and services

Morning tea, lunch and tea and coffee provided. Dietary options available on registration.

Attendance is compulsory for all Semester 2, 2025 commencing students. We encourage in-person attendance to get the most out of your orientation experience, but online attendance is available if needed, details provided in registration.

Orientation guide

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What's on offer in O-Week

Find out about other O-week events and activities across the university.

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International Students

Join the “International Essentials” Information Session.

This is a compulsory, in-person session for all international student visa holders.

If you are an international student visa holder you must attend one out of the following three options:

  • Orientation week
  • Week 1 of semester 2
  • Mid-semester

For more information contact the Student Wellbeing and International Support team

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