Orientation on demand
Whether you're studying online, starting at a different time or can’t make it to campus, our on-demand resources are available 24/7 to help you get ready for uni whenever it suits you.
Uni essentials
Practical tips for navigating being a student at La Trobe, from key systems you'll use every day to support services that help you thrive.
| Session | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Indigenous Strategy and Education | An introduction to Indigenous Student Services and the supports available to Indigenous La Trobe students. An overview of staff and how we can best support you mob through your La Trobe journey. | Session link |
| Library Essentials | Watch this video to get an overview of everything you need to know about library services and how we can help you succeed in your studies. Follow the prompts to ask questions and we will get back to you! | Session link |
| New to La Trobe: Essential Information | Meet the Student Advisor who specialises in your course and receive essential information about your course, your study plan options and how best to succeed at university. | Session link |
| Ready, Set, La Trobe! | Your FAQs answered by our ASK La Trobe team relating to all things Orientation and kickstarting your journey at La Trobe University! | Session link |
| Student IT Master Class | Learn about the university IT systems including MFA, LMS, StudentOnLine, Allocate+, Student Email and much more. | Session link |
| Welcome to Culture | La Trobe University sits across many different Aboriginal communities, Welcome to Culture aims to shed light onto the incredible Elders, Traditional Owners and stories that represent these communities. From our campuses on the border in Mildura and Wodonga, all the way through Shepparton and Bendigo in Central Victoria, to our main campus in Bundoora, Welcome to Culture celebrates Aboriginal Culture at La Trobe! | Session link |
| Session | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Management | At La Trobe we're committed to creating and maintaining a safe environment. Find out what to do in an emergency, where to log an incident or hazard, the University's expectations and the role you play. | Session link |
| Wellbeing Services | Wellbeing Services offer free counselling (inlcuding LGBTIQA+ and men’s wellbeing), financial counselling, legal advice and other services that can help you through your time at university. | Session link |
| Session | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| How to get the Career Ready Advantage | Career Ready Advantage is La Trobe's employability award program designed to help you develop the skills and attributes employers are looking for and improve your chances of successfully obtaining graduate opportunities when you leave La Trobe. Watch this video presentation to learn more about the program and how to achieve an award in each year of your studies | Session link |
| The Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary | Learn how you can connect with nature at La Trobe’s own Nangak Tamboree Wildlife Sanctuary. | Session link |
| Session | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| International Student Essentials Webinar | Understand your international student requirements, including your tuition fees, enrolment, study load, subject delivery and the academic calendar. Learn about the wide range of University services that are here to support you from course commencement to graduation. | Session link |
| International Student Pre-Departure Webinar | Get ready for your La Trobe studies even before you arrive in Australia! This webinar series covers essential information about your COE, OSHC and visa requirements, what to expect when you first arrive onshore, and how to get started at La Trobe. | Session link |
| Living in Australia Webinar | Welcome to Australia! This webinar series offers helpful tips, resources and information to support your transition to onshore study. Learn about accommodation, transportation, safety, health services, employment, and lots more. | Session link |
| Sponsored Students | Are you a sponsored student? Find out about your obligations, responsibilities and where you can get help throughout the University. | Session link |
Course essentials
Learn more about your course, your teaching team and how your degree works, as well as important resources to support your learning at La Trobe.
Can’t find your course below? Reach out to your Course Coordinator for more information – you can find their details on your course page in the University Handbook.
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Business Analytics (Undergraduate) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Business (Postgraduate) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Business Analytics and Business Info Systems (Postgraduate) | Session link |
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Criminology | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Laws | Session link |
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Biomedical Science | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Biomedical Science (Medical) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Pharmacy | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Sport and Exercise Science | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Occupational Therapy | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Paramedic Practice | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Nursing | Session link |
Course Essentials – Nursing (Pathways) This information is for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Pathway) and the Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry Pathway). | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Rural Health | Session link |
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Agriculture | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Animal and Veterinary Biosciences | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Biological Sciences | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Biomedicine | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Biotechnology and Bioinformatics | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Science | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Wildlife Conservation | Session link |
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Food and Nutrition | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Occupational Therapy (Honours) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Orthoptics (Honours) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Physiotherapy (Honours) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Podiatry (Honours) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Prosthetics and Orthotics (Honours) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Social Work | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Speech Pathology (Honours) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Sport and Exercise Science | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Sport and Recreation Management | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Sport Coaching and Development | Session link |
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Civil Engineering | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Computer Science and IT | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Data Science | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Engineering | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Quantum Information Technology | Session link |
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Early Childhood Education | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Education | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Outdoor and Sustainability Education | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Teacher Education | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Teaching (Primary and Secondary) | Session link |
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Archaeology (Undergraduate) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Archaeology (Postgraduate) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Arts | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Global Studies | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Visual Arts | Session link |
| Session | Link |
|---|---|
| Course Essentials – Health Information Management (Undergraduate) | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Health Sciences | Session link |
| Course Essentials – Digital Health | Session link |
The new student guide
Our new student guide walks you through what to do from your first weeks of class to your final exams.