Melbourne Orientation
Orientation Week Program
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Remember to bring a copy of the Orientation Program with you on the day.
Faculty of Business, Economics and Law
Orientation for local and international students
Tuesday 26 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
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10.00am – 12.00pm |
Meet your Connect Mentor and find your way around campus |
Simpson Lawn |
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12.00pm – 1.00pm |
Faculty welcome lunch |
Between Social Sciences and Donald Whitehead Building (Map ref: G5) |
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1.00pm – 2.30pm |
Postgraduate welcome and getting ready to study session |
ELT 6 |
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1.15pm – 2.00pm |
Undergraduate welcomes |
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Department of Accounting |
ELT 2 |
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School of Economics |
Economics Lecture Theatre 214 |
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Department of Finance |
ELT 4 |
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La Trobe Law School |
ELT 1 |
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Department of Management |
ELT 5 |
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Department of Marketing and Tourism and Hospitality |
ELT 3 |
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2.30pm – 3.30pm |
Mature age students information session and afternoon tea |
Library Seminar Room Ground floor, Library (Map ref: G5) |
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3.00pm – 5.00pm |
La Trobe Student Union scavenger hunt |
Simpson Lawn |
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3.00pm – 5.30pm |
UniSmart presentation |
Union Hall |
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5.00pm – onwards |
Vice-Chancellor’s Dinner |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Wednesday 27 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
|
10.00am – 11.00am |
Getting ready to study – Business, Economics and Law |
ELT 2 |
|
11.00am – 12.00pm |
Getting ready to study – Business, Economics and Law (repeat session) |
ELT 2 |
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12.00pm – 3.00pm |
Sports Centre BBQ |
Simpson Lawn |
|
12.00pm – 2.00pm |
Drop-in session |
Computer labs, Level 2, Donald Whitehead Building (Map ref: G5) |
|
1.15pm – 2.00pm |
Transition from school to university |
ELT 2 |
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2.00pm – 3.00pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
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3.00pm – 3.30pm |
Thinking about volunteering? |
ELT 3 |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Money matters |
ELT 3 |
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4.00pm – 5.30pm |
Wildlife walk |
Meet at Glenn College |
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4.00pm – 6.00pm |
Chill out in the Eagle Bar |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
5.00pm – onwards |
Oh! Fest Music and Arts Festival Tickets will be available during O-Week and online at: latrobesu.org.au |
Simpson Lawn |
Thursday 28 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
|
10.00am – 11.00am |
Getting ready to study – Advanced Standing and TAFE students |
ELT 1 |
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11.00am – 12.00pm |
Amazing Race |
Agora |
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11.00am – 12.00pm |
Getting ready to study – Business, Economics and Law (repeat session) |
ELT 2 |
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12.00pm – 2.00pm |
The LTSU Clubs and Societies Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
|
12.00pm – 2.00pm |
Drop-in session (repeat session) |
Computer labs, Level 2, Donald Whitehead Building (Map ref: G5) |
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2.00pm – 3.00pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
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2.00pm – 5.00pm |
Preston Market shopping bus |
David Myers bus loop |
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3.30pm – 5.00pm |
Short Flicks screening |
Agora Cinema |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Living in Melbourne |
ELT 3 |
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7.00pm – onwards |
End of O-Week party |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Welcome message
Welcome to the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law, La Trobe University’s Faculty of business and the professions. We offer courses at La Trobe’s main campus in Melbourne, as well as at our four Regional campuses across Victoria: Bendigo, Albury-Wodonga, Shepparton and Mildura.
There are three Schools in the Faculty:
- La Trobe Business School
- La Trobe Law School
- School of Economics
These schools undertake important research within their discipline areas and contribute to a host of national and international conferences.
Within La Trobe Business School there are four departments:
- Department of Management
- Department of Marketing and Tourism and Hospitality
- Department of Finance
- Department of Accounting
As a Faculty, we have continued to expand our international focus, forming partnerships with universities in Asia and Europe, as well as nationally. Our overseas student exchange program provides opportunities for our students to expand their horizons, both personally and academically, while our study abroad options grow our diverse university culture.
We are leading the way with many Australian first courses, such as our postgraduate degrees in 'Islamic Banking and Finance', 'Corporate Social Responsibility', our undergraduate degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics, and a unique, compulsory first year Dispute Resolution subject for law students.
Our MBA and our Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality) have been awarded EPAS accreditation from the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD).This is the first MBA program in Australia to be recognised by the EFMD, which is one of the leading global accreditation bodies in the field of business and management, offering an assurance of quality and excellence.
In addition to leading courses, teaching and research, the Faculty offers language and academic skills and work integrated learning tools to help our students achieve their best academically and develop practical experience and networks vocationally.
We look forward to assisting you to achieve your educational and career outcomes.
Professor Leigh Drake
Executive Dean
Faculty of Business, Economics and Law
Faculty of Education
Orientation for local and international students
Tuesday 26 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
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9.30am – 11.00am |
Meet your Connect Mentor and find your way around campus |
Student Hub courtyard |
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11.00am – 12.00pm |
Course welcomes |
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Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) |
HU-ED Lecture Theatre |
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Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary) |
ED 2 329 Education 2 (Map ref: H7) |
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Bachelor of Outreach and Community Education |
HU-ED 106 Education 2 (Map ref: H7) |
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Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary) |
Agora Theatre Agora Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) |
Agora Cinema Agora Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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12.00pm – 1.00pm |
Postgraduate lunch |
Odeon |
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12.00pm – 1.00pm |
Undergraduate lunch |
ED2 329 Education 2 (Map ref: H7) |
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1.00pm – 3.00pm |
Faculty welcome |
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Bachelor of Teaching (Primary), Bachelor of Teaching (Secondary), Bachelor of Outreach and Community Education |
Agora Theatre Agora Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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Graduate Diploma in Education (Primary), Graduate Diploma in Education (Secondary) |
Agora Cinema Agora Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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3.30pm – 5.00pm |
UniSmart presentation |
Union Hall Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
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3.00pm – 5.00pm |
La Trobe Student Union scavenger hunt |
Simpson Lawn |
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5.00pm – onwards |
Vice-Chancellor's Dinner |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Wednesday 27 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
|
12.00pm – 3.00pm |
Sports Centre BBQ |
Simpson Lawn |
|
2.00pm – 3.00 pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
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3.00pm – 3.30pm |
Thinking about volunteering? |
ELT 3 |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Money matters |
ELT 3 |
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4.00pm – 5.30pm |
Wildlife walk |
Meet at Glenn College |
|
4.00pm – 6.00pm |
Chill out in the Eagle Bar |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
5.00pm – onwards |
Oh! Fest Music and Arts Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
Thursday 28 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
|
12.00pm – 2.00pm |
The LTSU Clubs and Societies Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
|
2.00pm – 3.00pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Living in Melbourne |
ELT 3 |
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3.30pm – 5.00pm |
Short Flicks screening |
Agora Cinema |
|
4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Preston Market shopping bus |
David Myers bus loop |
|
7pm – onwards |
End of O-Week party |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Welcome message
Congratulations on being accepted into your course in the Faculty of Education! You have worked hard to get here and I am pleased to welcome you to the Faculty of Education, La Trobe.
This may be your first university experience, or it may be you have changed directions or are starting a new degree. Whether it is your first time at university, your first time at this university or the beginning of a new course it will be a time of change, of excitement but also probably some nervousness.
Take time to read and view the material provided for you here, in orientation week and during the semester. Don’t worry about asking questions, even if they seem inconsequential. It is by asking questions and wondering that we learn. The academic and administrative staff are willing to assist you negotiate your way around the buildings, paperwork, timetable and other aspects of your study.
Spend some time exploring the other university and faculty resources available for you. I know it may be tempting to avoid reading the numerous student and subject manuals you will be provided. However, it will be time well spent as they provide useful and important information to support your learning this year.
During the year the First Year Experience Coordinator for your campus academic unit will provide important information to you through your La Trobe email account, and through the university online learning system. Please ensure that you check your LTU email inbox regularly as this is main mechanism for communicating important university and faculty information to students.
For further information about the Faculty of Education, including its academic units please refer to the Faculty’s website.
All the best for the year ahead.
Brendon Munge
First Year Experience Coordinator, Faculty of Education
Faculty of Health Sciences
Orientation for local and international students
Tuesday 26 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
|
9.30am – 11.30am |
Course welcomes |
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Audiology |
WLT2 |
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Dietetics (undergraduate entry only) |
HS2 224 |
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Health Sciences, Health Sciences/Business, Health Sciences/International Development Video linked with ELT 2 |
ELT 1 |
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Health Information Management |
HS1 120 |
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Human Nutrition |
HS2 222 |
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Nursing and Midwifery |
WLT 1 |
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Occupational Therapy |
Szental Lecture Theatre Hooper and Szental Theatres (Map ref: F7) |
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Orthoptics |
HS2 223 |
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Physiotherapy |
WLT 3 |
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Podiatry |
ELT 5 |
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Prosthetics and Orthotics |
Teaching Room |
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Social Work (including Graduate Entry Masters) |
ELT 3 |
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Speech Pathology |
WLT 2 |
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11.30am – 12.00pm |
Meet your Connect Mentor |
Health Sciences Lawn |
|
12.00pm – 1.30pm |
Faculty welcome by Dean and First Year Coordinator followed by Lunch |
Health Sciences Lawn |
|
1.30pm – 3.00pm |
Connect Mentor tour |
Health Sciences Lawn |
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3.30pm – 5.00pm |
UniSmart presentation |
Union Hall Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
3.00pm – 5.00pm |
La Trobe Student Union scavenger hunt |
Simpson Lawn |
|
5.00pm – onwards |
Vice-Chancellor's Dinner |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Wednesday 27 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 10.00am - 11.00am | Getting ready to study in the Faculty of Health Sciences Advice about academic skills, the Library, Learning Management System (LMS), student email, timetables and support available to ease your way into university study. |
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| Audiology, Dietetics, Human Nutrition, Nursing and Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, Social Work and Speech Pathology | WLT 1 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
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| Health Information Management, Health Sciences, Health Sciences/Business, Health Sciences/International Development, Orthoptics, Podiatry, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Physiotherapy | WLT 2 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
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| Course Welcome Master of Dietetic Practice (Graduate Entry) | HS2 223 Health Sciences 2 (Map ref: E5) |
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| Getting ready to study Introduction to the Learning Management System. Compulsory for all commencing students. |
Agora Cinema Agora Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| 11.15am - 12.15am | Getting ready to study in the Faculty of Health Sciences (repeat session) Advice about academic skills, the Library, Learning Management System (LMS), student email, timetables and support available to ease your way into university study. |
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| Audiology, Dietetics, Human Nutrition, Nursing and Midwifery, Occupational Therapy, Social Work and Speech Pathology | WLT 1 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
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| Health Information Management, Health Sciences, Health Sciences/Business, Health Sciences/International Development, Orthoptics, Podiatry, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Physiotherapy | WLT 2 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
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| Getting ready to study (repeat session) Introduction to the Learning Management System. Compulsory for all commencing students. |
Agora Cinema Agora Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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12.00pm – 3.00pm |
Sports Centre BBQ |
Simpson Lawn |
| 1.00pm - 2.00pm | Introduction to human physiology and anatomy Human Biosciences A Information about the prescribed textbook and associated online resources, assessment, timetable, overview of content and the three-step study process associated with effective learning. For students enrolled in Audiology, Dietetics, Human Nutrition, Nursing and Midwifery, Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology. |
WLT 1 West Lecture Theatre Video linked with WLT 2 (Map ref: D5) |
| 2.00pm - 2.30pm | Timetabling information session Staff explain everything you need to know to organise your timetable. |
ELT 1 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
| 2.00pm - 3.00pm | Introduction to human physiology and anatomy Human Biosciences A. Information about the prescribed textbook and associated online resources, assessment, timetable, overview of content and the three-step study process associated with effective learning. For students enrolled in Health Information Management, Health Sciences, Health Sciences/Business, Health Sciences/International Development, Orthoptics, Podiatry, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Physiotherapy. |
WLT 1 West Lecture Theatre Video linked with WLT 2 (Map ref: D5) |
| 2.00pm - 3.30pm | How to succeed in first year chemistry – for students enrolled in Dietetics and Human Nutrition A revision of chemistry basics and special skills and resources required in the subject Basic Chemistry (CHE1BAS). This session is compulsory for those who have not completed VCE Chemistry 3 and 4. |
ELT 5 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
|
2.00pm – 3.00 pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
| 2.30pm - 4.30pm | Timetable drop-in session Still don't understand your timetable? Don't panic, drop in for some help. |
HS2 226 Health Sciences 2 (Map ref: E5) |
|
3.00pm – 3.30pm |
Thinking about volunteering? |
ELT 3 |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Money matters |
ELT 3 |
|
4.00pm – 5.30pm |
Wildlife walk |
Meet at Glenn College |
|
4.00pm – 6.00pm |
Chill out in the Eagle Bar |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
5.00pm – onwards |
Oh! Fest Music and Arts Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
Thursday 28 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9.30am - 11.00am | Getting ready to study anatomy and physiology – chemistry session Essential overview of chemistry skills and knowledge to help you succeed in anatomy and physiology. |
HS3 301, 302, 309, 310, 311, 325 and 326 Health Sciences 3 (Map ref: E4) |
| 11.30am - 1.00pm | Getting ready to study anatomy and physiology – biology session Essential overview of biology skills and knowledge to help you succeed in anatomy and physiology. |
HS3 301, 302, 309, 310, 311, 325 and 326 Health Sciences 3 (Map ref: E4) |
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12.00pm – 2.00pm |
The LTSU Clubs and Societies Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
| 2.00pm - 2.30pm | Timetabling information session (repeat session) Staff explain everything you need to know to organise your timetable. |
WLT 2 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
|
2.00pm – 3.00pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Living in Melbourne |
ELT 3 |
|
3.30pm – 5.00pm |
Short Flicks screening |
Agora Cinema |
|
4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Preston Market shopping bus |
David Myers bus loop |
|
7pm – onwards |
End of O-Week party |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Friday 1 March
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9.30am - 10.00am | First year – what you can expect The First Year Coordinator and staff will let you know what first year is all about . |
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| Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics; Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Orthoptics; Bachelor of Human Services/Master of Social Work; Bachelor of Nursing/Midwifery | ELT 1 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| Bachelor of Nursing (3 year program) | ELT 2 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| Bachelor of Arts/Health Sciences, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Health Sciences/ Business, Bachelor of Health Sciences/International Development; Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Health Information Management | WLT 1 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
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| Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Dietetic Practice; Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Occupational Therapy Practice; Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Physiotherapy Practice |
WLT 2 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
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| Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Clinical Audiology; Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Podiatric Practice; Bachelor of Health Sciences/Master of Speech Pathology; Bachelor of Human Nutrition | WLT 3 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
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| 10.15am - 12.00pm | Course commencement Further information about your discipline and an opportunity to get to know your fellow students by attending your course session. |
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| Audiology | HS1-204 Health Sciences 1 (Map ref: E5) |
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| Dietetics and Human Nutrition | HS3 308 – 311 Health Sciences 3 (Map ref: E4) |
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| Health Sciences, Health Sciences/Business, Health Sciences/International Development, Arts/Health Sciences |
WLT 1 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
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| Health Information Management | HS1 120 Health Sciences 1 (Map ref: E5) |
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| Nursing and Midwifery | ELT 1 and ELT 2 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| Occupational Therapy | Szental Lecture Theatre Hooper and Szental Theatres (Map ref: F7) |
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| Orthoptics | HS1 136 Health Sciences 1 (Map ref: E5) |
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| Physiotherapy | HS3 206, 209 and 407 Health Sciences 3 (Map ref: E4) |
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| Podiatry | ELT 3 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| Prosthetics and Orthotics | Teaching Room Health Sciences Clinic (Map ref: D1) |
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| Social Work | HS2 222 / HS2 224 Health Sciences 2 (Map ref: E5) |
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| Speech Pathology | WLT 2 West Lecture Theatre (Map ref: D5) |
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Orientation for local and international students
Tuesday 26 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
|
9.00am – 9.30am |
Faculty welcome |
Union Hall Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
9.30am – 10.30am |
Postgraduate information session |
Venues to be announced |
|
9.30am – 10.30am |
Undergraduate information session |
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Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Arts / Health Sciences, Bachelor of Arts Education |
Union Hall Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
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Bachelor of Archaeology |
DW 132 |
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Bachelor of Creative Arts |
HU-ED 107 Education 2 (Map ref: H7) |
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Bachelor of International Development |
PW 215 Peribolos West (Map ref: F7) |
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Bachelor of International Relations |
PW 217 Peribolos West (Map ref: F7) |
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Bachelor of Journalism and Journalism (Sport) |
HU-ED Lecture Theatre |
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Bachelor of Legal Studies |
DW 128 |
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Bachelor of Media |
TV Studio Education 2 (Map ref: H7) |
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Bachelor of Social Sciences |
ELT 4 |
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Bachelor of Strategic Communication |
HU-ED 101 Education 2 (Map ref: H7) |
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|
10.30am – 12.00pm |
Meet your Connect Mentor and find your way around campus |
Flagpole Lawn |
|
12.00pm – 1.00pm |
Faculty welcome lunch |
Tree Stump Gardens near Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
3.30pm – 5.00pm |
UniSmart presentation |
Union Hall Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
3.00 pm – 5.00 pm |
La Trobe Student Union scavenger hunt |
Simpson Lawn |
|
5.00pm – onwards |
Vice-Chancellor's Dinner |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Wednesday 27 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9.30am - 10.00am | Work-ready Bachelor of Arts information session Find out all you need to know about the Work-ready Bachelor of Arts. |
ELT 3 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
| 10.00am - 11.00am | Getting ready to study – timetable and Learning Management System Learn about La Trobe University's Learning Management System (LMS), and find out about your timetable and class structure. |
ELT 3 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
| 11.00am - 12.00pm | Getting ready to study – transition and study skills This session covers many of the common challenges encountered by new uni students, particularly in first year. Pick up strategies to overcome hurdles so you can step into first year with confidence. |
ELT 3 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
|
12.00pm – 3.00pm |
Sports Centre BBQ |
Simpson Lawn |
| 1.00pm - 2.30pm | Drop-in session Still don't understand everything you need to know about some University systems? Don't panic, this drop-in session offers one-on-one help from current students and staff. |
Collaborative Classroom 1.01 Library (Map ref: G5) |
|
2.00pm – 3.00 pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
|
3.00pm – 3.30pm |
Thinking about volunteering? |
ELT 3 |
|
4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Money matters |
ELT 3 |
|
4.00pm – 5.30pm |
Wildlife walk |
Meet at Glenn College |
|
4.00pm – 6.00pm |
Chill out in the Eagle Bar |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
5.00pm – onwards |
Oh! Fest Music and Arts Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
Thursday 28 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 9.30am - 10.00am | Work-ready Bachelor of Arts information session (repeat session) Find out all you need to know about the Work Ready Bachelor of Arts. |
ELT 3 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
| 10.00am - 11.00am | Getting ready to study – transition and study skills (repeat session) This session covers many of the common challenges encountered by new uni students, particularly in first year. Pick up strategies to overcome hurdles so you can step into first year with confidence. |
ELT 3 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
| 11.00am - 12.00pm | Amazing Race Join your peers in a fun competition while you find out more about your faculty and the campus. Register your team online or register individually and we'll put you in a team with other new students. Great prizes to be won! |
Agora (Map ref: G6) |
| 11.00am - 12.00pm | Getting ready to study – timetables and Learning Management System (repeat session) Learn about La Trobe University's Learning Management System (LMS), a web-based system designed to help you access learning materials and find out about your timetable and class structure. |
ELT 3 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
|
12.00pm – 2.00pm |
The LTSU Clubs and Societies Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
| 1.00pm - 2.30pm | Drop-in session (repeat session) Still don't understand everything you need to know about some University systems? Don't panic, this drop-in session offers one-on-one help from current students and staff. |
Collaborative Classroom 1.01 Library (Map ref: G5) |
|
2.00pm – 3.00pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Living in Melbourne |
ELT 3 |
|
3.30pm – 5.00pm |
Short Flicks screening |
Agora Cinema |
|
4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Preston Market shopping bus |
David Myers bus loop |
|
7pm – onwards |
End of O-Week party |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Welcome message
Congratulations on your entry into the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences! We hope you will find the next few years with us both challenging and rewarding. Moreover, we hope that you will make the very most of all that university study has to offer.
The La Trobe Advantage: put yourself ahead of other students.
Your years at University are sure to be full of excitement and personal growth, but there will also be times when the going is not so easy. Because of this, we are eager to hear from you and support you when necessary. For first contacts, please see our list of student support services below. And don’t forget, you are always welcome to approach your tutors with any questions you might have.
Once again, we welcome you into the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and we wish you every success in your first year.
Bret Stephenson
First Year Coordinator, Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering
Orientation for local and international students
Tuesday 26 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
|
10.00am – 12.00pm |
Meet your Connect Mentor and find your way around campus |
Academic Lawn |
|
12.00pm – 1.00pm |
Faculty welcome lunch |
Student Hub courtyard |
|
1.00pm – 1.30pm |
Faculty welcome and information session |
Union Hall Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
1.45pm – 2.30pm |
Course information sessions |
|
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Agriculture (related double degrees), Animal Veterinary Biosciences |
WLT 1 |
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Bioscience, Biological Science (Advanced), Wildlife and Conservation Biology |
Szental Lecture Theatre Hooper and Szental Theatres (Map ref: F7) |
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Biomedical Science, Medicinal Chemistry |
HU-ED Lecture Theatre Education 2 |
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Computer Science (related double degrees), Games Technology, Computer Systems Engineering, Business Information Systems, Information Technology and Information Technology (Professional) |
WLT 3 |
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Electronic Engineering (related double degrees), Electronic Technology |
ED2 329 Education 2 (Map ref: H7) |
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Nanotechnology (related double degrees) |
VisLab – Physical Sciences 1 |
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Psychological Science |
Hooper Lecture Theatre Hooper and Szental Theatres (Map ref: F7) |
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Science, Science double degree program, Science/Accounting, Science/Science Education, Arts/Science, double degrees |
Union Hall Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
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Science (Applications in Society) |
PW 219 |
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3.30pm – 5.00pm |
UniSmart presentation |
Union Hall Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
|
3.00pm – 5.00pm |
La Trobe Student Union scavenger hunt |
Simpson Lawn |
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5.00pm – onwards |
Vice-Chancellor's Dinner |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Wednesday 27 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 10.00am - 11.00am | Getting your studies organised These sessions are organised by discipline. The 10am session is for students whose surnames (family name) begin with A to K. Book online |
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| Agriculture (related double degrees), Animal Veterinary Biosciences, Bioscience, Biological Science (Advanced), Wildlife and Conservation Biology, Biomedical Science, Medicinal Chemistry, Psychological Science, Science (Applications in Society) (related double degrees) |
ELT 5 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| Electronic Engineering (related double degrees), Electronic Technology, Computer Science (related double degrees), Games Technology, Computer Systems Engineering, Business Information Systems, Information Technology and Information Technology (Professional), Science, Science double degree program, Science/Accounting, Science/Science Education, Arts/Science, Nanotechnology, double degrees | ELT 6 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| 10.00am - 12.00pm | Drop-in session Still don't understand everything you need to know about some University systems? Don't panic, this drop-in session offers one-on-one help from current students and staff. |
BG 114 and 115 Beth Gleeson Building (Map ref: F7) |
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12.00pm – 3.00pm |
Sports Centre BBQ |
Simpson Lawn |
| 1.00pm - 2.00pm | Getting your studies organised These sessions are organised by discipline. The 1pm session is for students whose surnames (family name) begins with L to Z. Book online |
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| Agriculture (related double degrees), Animal Veterinary Biosciences, Bioscience, Biological Science (Advanced), Wildlife and Conservation Biology, Biomedical Science, Medicinal Chemistry, Psychological Science, Science (Applications in Society) (related double degrees) | ELT 5 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| Electronic Engineering (related double degrees), Electronic Technology, Computer Science (related double degrees), Games Technology, Computer Systems Engineering, Business Information Systems, Information Technology and Information Technology (Professional), Science, Science double degree program, Science/Accounting, Science/Science Education, Arts/Science, Nanotechnology, double degrees | ELT 6 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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| 1.00pm - 3.00pm | Drop-in session (repeat session) Still don't understand everything you need to know about some University systems? Don't panic, this drop-in session offers one-on-one help from current students and staff. |
BG 114, 115 and 16 Beth Gleeson Building (Map ref: F7) |
| 2.00pm - 3.00pm | How to succeed in first year chemistry A revision of chemistry basics and special skills and resources required to succeed in the subject Basic Chemistry (CHE1BAS). This session is compulsory for those who have not completed VCE Chemistry 3&4. Book online |
ELT 5 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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2.00pm – 3.00 pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
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3.00pm – 3.30pm |
Thinking about volunteering? |
ELT 3 |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Money matters |
ELT 3 |
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4.00pm – 5.30pm |
Wildlife walk |
Meet at Glenn College |
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4.00pm – 6.00pm |
Chill out in the Eagle Bar |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
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5.00pm – onwards |
Oh! Fest Music and Arts Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
Thursday 28 February
| Time | What | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 10.00am - 11.00am | Postgraduate study sessions | Hooper and Szental Lecture Theatres (Map ref: F7) |
| 11.00am - 12.00pm | Amazing Race Join your peers in a fun competition while you find out more about your faculty and the campus. Register your team online or register individually and we'll put you in a team with other new students. Great prizes to be won! |
Agora (Map ref: G6) |
| 11.30am - 12.30pm | Postgraduate information sessions | |
| Biotechnology | PS4 351 Physical Sciences 4 (Map ref: E5) |
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| Electronic Engineering | BG 445 Beth Gleeson Building (Map ref: F7) |
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| Computer Science and Computer Engineering | BG 139 Beth Gleeson Building (Map ref: F7) |
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12.00pm – 2.00pm |
The LTSU Clubs and Societies Festival |
Simpson Lawn |
| 2.00pm - 3.00pm | How to succeed in first year chemistry (repeat session) A revision of chemistry basics and special skills and resources required to succeed in the subject Basic Chemistry (CHE1BAS). This session is compulsory for those who have not completed VCE Chemistry 3 and 4. Book online: |
ELT 5 East Lecture Theatre (Map ref: G6) |
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2.00pm – 3.00pm |
Christopher Brookings Memorial Lecture |
ELT 4 |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Living in Melbourne |
ELT 3 |
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3.30pm – 5.00pm |
Short Flicks screening |
Agora Cinema |
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4.00pm – 5.00pm |
Preston Market shopping bus |
David Myers bus loop |
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7pm – onwards |
End of O-Week party |
Eagle Bar Union Building (Map ref: G8) |
Welcome message
Congratulations on being accepted into your course!
Coming to university is often associated with big changes in your life - new activities, new friends, and new responsibilities. For some of you studying means moving away from family and friends, and finding a new place to live. Maybe your studies have brought you to live in Australia for the first time. Maybe you're juggling study and a job, and caring for family members as well. Whatever your personal circumstances, there are times when you may need some support. It's good to know that help is available. Within the Faculty and around the uni there are support services available to you.
University is an important time to explore your personal interests, and to meet others who share your passions. You'll find that your hobbies and activities outside of work / study can connect with and enrich your University studies in surprising ways. Extra-curricular activities can open you to new intellectual interests, and can also be a way to put into practice some of the ideas you first met in the lecture hall or library.
Spend some time exploring the other resources available to support you. The Faculty of Science, Technology & Engineering Survival Guide contains useful information, as do the Faculty and University websites. I know how tempting it can be to avoid reading the numerous student manuals you will be provided. However, I would encourage you to at least dedicate some time to reading through this Survival Guide as it provides useful and important information to support your learning this year.
Please ensure that you check your LTU email inbox regularly as this is main mechanism by which we communicate important information to students.
On behalf of all the staff in the Faculty, I hope you enjoy your first year experience and I wish you every success with your first year studies this year.
Tania Blanksby
First Year Coordinator, Faculty of Science, Technology & Engineering
Don't get lost - Get the Lost on Campus App

Worried about getting lost on campus? Well don't be! Besides the Campus Map included in your Orientation Program, La Trobe University is featured on the Lost on Campus App - available for Apple iOS users in the App Store, Android users from Google Play and in a mobile web-friendly format.
Vision Impairment and Auslan information
- If you have a visual impairment and require a large print version of this program, contact: newstudents@latrobe.edu.au
- If you need an Auslan interpreter at any Orientation sessions, email: equality@latrobe.edu.au
Connect Mentor Program
The Connect Mentor Program is a peer support program designed to assist you with your early transition to La Trobe University. Prior to Orientation you will be assigned to a Mentor Group of between 10 to 20 students and allocated a Connect Mentor who studies the same course or is in the same faculty as you. Connect Mentors are students in second year or above who have been carefully selected and trained to provide you with support in your transition to university.
Your Connect Mentor will contact you via your student email before Orientation to give you information on where to meet them. Refer to the box on the inside cover of the Orientation Program to find out how to access your student email. If you don’t hear from your Mentor before Orientation, just drop in at your designated faculty marquee on Tuesday 26 February at the time listed below and our Mentors will help you.
Your Mentor will take you on a tour of the campus with other students you will be studying with.
Throughout the first six weeks of semester, your Mentor will maintain regular contact with you so you can ask questions or have a chat with other members of the group about how you are settling in. Connect Mentors are not academic advisors, but can offer firsthand knowledge on the student experience at La Trobe. They can point you in the right direction for appropriate services, resources and other avenues of support.
TIP – Connect Mentors will be wearing colour coded t-shirts according to their faculty, so check the list on the first page in the Orientation Program and look for people wearing t-shirts in your faculty colour on the day.
| Faculty | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Business, Economics & Law | 10.00am | Simpson Lawn (Map Ref: H6) |
| Education | 9.30am | Student Hub Courtyard (Map Ref: F6) |
| Health Sciences | 11.30am | Health Sciences Lawn (Map Ref: E5) |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | 10.30am | Flagpole Lawn (Map Ref: F9) |
| Science, Technology & Engineering | 10.00am | Academic Lawn (Map Ref: F8) |
Also, see the map below for rough locations.
La Trobe on Facebook
To find out what’s happening and to stay in the know, like us on Facebook. Ask us questions and find out what’s going on around campus during Orientation and beyond.Student Hub
General enquiries regarding enrolment, student administration and fees.Level 1, Thomas Cherry Building (Map ref: F6)
Enrolment hotline: 1800 77 44 52
T: 03 9479 2005
E: studentcentre@latrobe.edu.au


