Diploma Programs
Orientation is compulsory to attend for all new students, including students transitioning to new programs at UNSW College.
Orientation provides an essential introduction to studying at the College and includes resources events and information sessions designed to set you up for success.
- Key dates
- Compulsory orientation day
- Get ready for classes
- If you missed orientation
Key dates
Compulsory to attend
Attend Orientation Day
Date:
- Day 1: Thursday 28 August 2025
- Day 2: Friday 29 August 2025
Time:
- Day 1: Arrive at 8:30am
- Day 2: Your arrival time will be based on the following:
- If you are an under 18 student, arrive at 9am
- If you are studying Communication and Academic Literacy, arrive at 9:30am
- If you are not studying Communication and Academic Literacy, arrive at 10am
Location:
Sir John Clancy Auditorium, UNSW Sydney, International Rd, Kensington NSW 2052
All new students including students transferring from other UNSW College programs are required to attend Orientation Day.
If you do not attend Orientation Day you will not be commenced as a student.
Check your personal email 3 days before Orientation Day. An important email will be sent by UNSW College with all the information you need to be ready to come to campus.
Every student must bring with them to Orientation Day:
- Windows or Apple Mac laptop (NOT an iPad, Android tablet, or Chromebook)
- Student ID card (if you collected it prior to Orientation Day 1)
- Water bottle
Where to go on your Orientation Days?
DAY 1: THURSDAY 28 AUGUST
Students must arrive by 8:30am at the Sir John Clancy Auditorium which is located on the UNSW Sydney campus (please do not go to the UNSW College Building).
DAY 2: FRIDAY 29 AUGUST
Students must arrive at the Sir John Clancy Auditorium which is located on the UNSW Sydney campus.
Your arrival time on Day 2 will change depending on the below:
- If you are studying Communication and Academic Literacy, arrive at 9:30am
- If you are not studying Communication and Academic Literacy, arrive at 10am
Getting ready for class
Every student should pack and prepare the following:
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As part of the University’s commitment to safety, we encourage all students to download the SafeZone app from the App Store or Google Play.
SafeZone plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety of our UNSW community. It aims to provide our staff and students with the following advantages:
- Access to personalised emergency assistance without delay. (Emergency Alert, First Aid or Non urgent matters)
- A direct line to the UNSW Security Operations Centre who can deploy appropriate emergency resources
- Prompt notifications regarding safety issues in their vicinity.
In the event of an emergency, the app allows you to quickly share your location and details with the University Security team who will be able to get the right assistance to you.
Please download SafeZone via the link HERE and using your zID to register.
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Here is the check-list for you to help you to prepare for your first day of classes:
- Laptop & Charger
- Phone & Battery pack.
- Headphones
- Notebook & Pen
- Water bottle
- Lunch/Snacks
-
You can find your academic calendar on the Quick Links page.
If you missed your orientation
If you missed Orientation, this page is your introduction to studying at UNSW College. It includes resources, events and information sessions designed to prepare you to be successful from day one of your classes. Please follow all the steps on the right-hand side. These steps are compulsory for you to be ready to succeed in your program.
As a new student who has not gone to an Orientation, you are required to attend a compulsory Late Orientation session at the start of your program. Attendance will be recorded and if you do not attend this session, you will not be commenced as a UNSW College student.
- Key dates
- Compulsory orientation day
- Get ready for classes
- If you missed orientation
Key dates
Compulsory to attend
Attend Orientation Day
Date:
- Day 1: Thursday 28 August 2025
- Day 2: Friday 29 August 2025
Time:
- Day 1: Arrive at 8:30am
- Day 2: Your arrival time will be based on the following:
- If you are an under 18 student, arrive at 9am
- If you are studying Communication and Academic Literacy, arrive at 9:30am
- If you are not studying Communication and Academic Literacy, arrive at 10am
Location:
Sir John Clancy Auditorium, UNSW Sydney, International Rd, Kensington NSW 2052
All new students including students transferring from other UNSW College programs are required to attend Orientation Day.
If you do not attend Orientation Day you will not be commenced as a student.
If you can not arrive on time for your Orientation, please contact your education agent to discuss options.
Check your personal email 3 days before Orientation Day. An important email will be sent by UNSW College with all the information you need to be ready to come to campus.
Every student must bring with them to Orientation Day:
- English language Windows or Apple Mac laptop (NOT an iPad, Android tablet, or Chromebook) with English version of Windows 10 or macOS Big Sur (11.0) Note: Your laptop must have Operating system set to English language. Office 365 installed in English. Google Chrome installed in English.
- Confirmation of Enrolment document
- Passport (both physical or digital copy accepted)
- A copy of your student visa (both digital or printed copy accepted)
- Student ID card (if you collected it prior to Orientation Day 1)
- Water bottle
Where to go on your Orientation Days?
DAY 1: THURSDAY 28 AUGUST
Students must arrive by 8:30am at the Sir John Clancy Auditorium which is located on the UNSW Sydney campus (please do not go to the UNSW College Building).
DAY 2: FRIDAY 29 AUGUST
Students must arrive at the Sir John Clancy Auditorium which is located on the UNSW Sydney campus.
Your arrival time on Day 2 will change depending on the below:
- If you are an under 18 international student, arrive at 9am
- If you are studying Communication and Academic Literacy, arrive at 9:30am
- If you are not studying Communication and Academic Literacy, arrive at 10am
Getting ready for class
Every student should pack and prepare the following:
-
As part of the University’s commitment to safety, we encourage all students to download the SafeZone app from the App Store or Google Play.
SafeZone plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety of our UNSW community. It aims to provide our staff and students with the following advantages:
- Access to personalised emergency assistance without delay. (Emergency Alert, First Aid or Non urgent matters)
- A direct line to the UNSW Security Operations Centre who can deploy appropriate emergency resources
- Prompt notifications regarding safety issues in their vicinity.
In the event of an emergency, the app allows you to quickly share your location and details with the University Security team who will be able to get the right assistance to you.
Please download SafeZone via the link HERE and using your zID to register.
-
Here is the check-list for you to help you to prepare for your first day of classes:
- Laptop & Charger
- Phone & Battery pack.
- Headphones
- Notebook & Pen
- Water bottle
- Lunch/Snacks
-
You can find your academic calendar on the Quick Links page.
If you missed your orientation
If you missed Orientation, this page is your introduction to studying at UNSW College. It includes resources, events and information sessions designed to prepare you to be successful from day one of your classes. Please follow all the steps on the right-hand side. These steps are compulsory for you to be ready to succeed in your program.
As a new student who has not gone to an Orientation, you are required to attend a compulsory Late Orientation session at the start of your program. Attendance will be recorded and if you do not attend this session, you will not be commenced as a UNSW College student.
Late orientation session
Date: Monday 20 October
Time: 8am – 9am
Location: Room 131, Level 1, UNSW College L5 Building, 223 Anzac Parade, Kensington NSW 2033
Remember to bring your:
- Passport
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
- Student visa
Both physical or digital copies of the above documents are accepted.
UNSW College delivers its Foundation Studies, Academic English, Diplomas, and Pre-Masters Program, under CRICOS Provider Code 01020K; TEQSA Provider ID: PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education).
UNSW College delivers its Applied Degrees under TEQSA Provider ID: PRV13020 (Institute of Higher Education).
UNSW College also delivers UNSW Diplomas on behalf of UNSW Sydney under CRICOS Provider Code 00098G; UNSW Sydney TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12055 (Australian University).
See unswcollege.edu.au/esos for more information.
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