Orientation

Orientation at UOW Eurobodalla

We welcome all new students with Orientation at UOW Eurobodalla. At these sessions, you'll find out important information about your course and handy hints for your first year at UOW.

Our next Orientation sessions will be for students commencing in the first semester of 2023.

Wednesday 15 February 2023. 

Arts and Business students from 9:30 am to 1 pm

Nursing students from 9.30 am to 2 pm

Topics include:

  • Online study tools and expectations
  • Key dates in the uni calendar
  • How it all works - timetabling, classes and attendance
  • Exploring your course structure
  • Current students share their tips and tricks 

We look forward to meeting you at Orientation!

Free lunch is included.

Ready 4 Uni program

Our four-day Ready 4 Uni program is free of charge for all commencing students and provides an opportunity to learn the ropes from our experienced support staff and current students. Further information and registration for this program will be available during your orientation.

Monday, 13 February from 10 am to 2 pm

Tuesday 14 February from 10 am to 2 pm

Thursday, 16 February from 10 am to 2 pm

Friday, 17 February from 10 am to 2 pm

Workshop topics include:

  • Time management
  • Academic reading and writing
  • Critical thinking
  • Evidence and referencing

 

Tips for new UOW Batemans Bay students

From the inner city to the coast and out to the country, all UOW locations have one thing in common: a five-star educational experience. Regional campuses offer you the best of both worlds, as you will also be part of a small supportive community on campus. We would like to share with you our 4 top tips for uni success.

Congratulations on choosing to study at the University of Wollongong.

From the inner city to the coast and out to the country, all our locations have one thing in common a five-star educational experience.

Regional campuses offer you the best of both worlds as you will also be part of a small supportive community on campus.

We are a hundred percent behind you and would love to share four top tips from your UOW campus to help you succeed

Tip 1: Enjoy the journey. Studying at University is a journey, that means it's absolutely ok if you're not certain about your career direction. Remember that there are UOW career consultants available to support you along the way, plus your time at UOW will allow you to explore new opportunities and experiences to help with these decisions.

Tip 2: Give yourself time. Creating a balanced timetable for your university studies and your personal life, is a great way to manage your time. Plan not only for classes, but for reading study and revision, and don't forget to include downtime for family and fun.

Tip 3: Your campus is a community. Ask lots of questions of your tutors, coordinators and local campus staff they are your support network and will go above and beyond to help you. Plus they have specialist knowledge about studying at a regional campus, and can point you in the right direction for academic or personal support. Also don't forget that your fellow students are a great resource for you to share information and reach out for support.

Tip 4: Tap into UOW resources. There are lots of a regional scholarships and extra funds available which can help you by resources and support yourself whilst you study. Simply ask the team at your campus, or search online for the scholarships that best suit your needs.

You are a future leader and we are proud to have you studying with us in our campus community with all of the resources that you UOW has on offer you can feel confident to achieve your educational goals [Music]

Contact us


At UOW Eurobodalla we're always happy to help. Call or email with your questions or book a time to come on campus to talk in person and take a tour. Our campus is located at 'Hanging Rock', Beach Road, Batemans Bay.