UQ Life - University of Queensland

Here at UQ we celebrated Orientation over two Weeks: O-Week (13-17 February) and Connect Week (20-24 February).

Orientation Week (O-Week) is a program of social and academic activities designed to introduce you to life and study at UQ; and Connect Week provides events and networking opportunities that will help you meet and connect with others. There was a lot happening across all campuses and online! Scroll through our webpage to see some of the events, activities and sessions we held for our students.

St Lucia and Herston program Gatton program Faculty Orientation

Getting Started

Getting Started will help you make a smooth transition to campus life and includes essential information you need to get settled in and off to a good start. It will also give you an overview of what to expect in your first few weeks of university and living in Australia.

Safety in Australia

This session has tips on keeping safe while living in Australia - on, and off, campus. Learn about personal safety on and off campus, emergency services, where to seek support, water and wildlife safety, protecting yourself from scams, and more.

Accommodation and Budgeting

Learn more about accommodation in Brisbane, tenancy support service and practical tips on budgeting. Learn about finding accommodation and renting, your rights and responsibilities when renting, where to call to get help if you have a tenancy problem and living on a budget.

Your compulsory faculty information and sessions

Register for your faculty and program sessions, attend networking events and access important information before you get started.

What's on at St Lucia campus

Discover what programs, events and sessions are held during orientation at St Lucia campus during O-Week and Connect Week

What's on at Gatton campus

Discover what programs, events and sessions are held during orientation at Gatton campus during O-Week and Connect Week

Orientation Checklist

Follow this checklist to make sure you are prepared for the semester ahead! Make sure you can find everything you need whether you are studying online or on campus.

Information for international students

International students are required to attend and complete a number of compulsory workshops and modules to prepare them for study and life in Brisbane.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

In addition to your faculty orientation, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students will be invited to attend a number of events and workshops at St Lucia campus.

Market Day

Join thousands of students at St Lucia and Gatton campus as they discover hundreds of clubs, societies, services, programs and freebies!

Welcome BBQ

The Welcome BBQ at St Lucia and Gatton brings hundreds of new and returning students together over a free BBQ, live music and entertainment. Bring your student ID for registration.

Welcome Hub

The Welcome Hub at St Lucia and Gatton campus is a drop in space during Connect Week that provides events, information tents, campus tours and more.

St Lucia Virtual campus tour

Take a virtual tour of the iconic St Lucia Campus

Gatton Campus Virtual Tour

Take a virtual tour UQ Gatton's picturesque campus and all it has to offer

Herston Virtual campus tour

Get to know Herston campus - UQ's bustling medical and research precinct!

Navigate with UQ Maps

Find your way around quickly and easily with our new interactive UQ Maps app!
Available on the App Store and Google Play.

Connect with a group of other new students

Our Get Set Mentor program is designed specifically to help new students make new friends and get the support they need. The program provides you with peer mentors, tips and insider knowledge and access to exclusive events.

Key workshops and programs

There are a number of additional workshops and programs available to help you get ready for the semester from writing workshops to referencing and planning to help familiarise yourself with university expectations.

Get to know your Student Union

The UQ Student Union is an independent body that runs independent services, events and outlets. Join a club or society, access student advocacy and support and sign up to get your rewards card for discounts across campus!

Support and Wellbeing Workshops

At UQ we offer a range of workshops for all students to help them settle into life at UQ. Explore sessions on accommodation, disability diversity and inclusion, Art for Wellbeing, student support, International support, stress management and much more!

Get involved in volunteering

Upskill with volunteering, mentoring and leadership opportunities

Connect, grow and have fun with a Mentor

UQ offers a number of mentoring programs that provide valuable leadership and guidance through all stages of your time at UQ and beyond.

Clubs, societies and collectives

Discover hundreds of clubs, societies and collectives that support you!

Get active with UQ Sport

Join group fitness, social sport and get access to pools and gym facilities

The latest COVID-19 information

Get the latest advice and find out what UQ is doing to make your life at UQ a safe one. Find out more

Student Support

Find out where to get key information and support during your first few weeks at UQ. Find out more

Prepare for online learning

Find out where to get I.T assistance, what programs and platforms your need to download and access study tips. Find out more

Student Relations Network (SRN)

If you are a new undergraduate students starting at UQ, expect a call from our SRN Call Crew during your first few weeks. Learn more

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St Lucia

Student Central
(07) 3365 1704
student.services@uq.edu.au

Office hours
Monday to Friday
8am to 7pm
Saturday and Sunday
10am to 6pm

Gatton

Morrison Hall
(07) 5460 1046
student.services.gatton@uq.edu.au

Office hours
Monday to Friday
8.30am to 4.30pm

Herston

UQ Oral Health Centre
(07) 3365 1704
student.services@uq.edu.au

Office hours
Monday to Friday
8.30am to 4.30pm

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