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Welcome to La Trobe University

Contents

Registration and enrolment / 1

Your study timetable / 3

Orientation / 4

Free local guided tours / 5

Visit the iconic Great Ocean Road / 6

Join the city Amazing Race! / 6

Orientation week calendar / 7

Where to get more help / 15

Melbourne Campus map / 17

My orientation

Date Time Location

Get to know your course session

My timetabling session

My enrolment

My Need to Know session

Melbourne is a wonderful place to live, and our Melbourne Campus is a great place to study. During Orientation, you’ll do lots of fun things and make heaps of new friends!

You’ll find your Orientation calendar on pages 7-14 of this guide. We hope you enjoy the great array of activities we have planned to warmly welcome you to La Trobe.

At any time before classes start you can seek advice and support from the International Student Services team on level 3 of the Sylvia Walton Building. Alternatively, you can visit the International Student Welcome Desk in the foyer of WLT or find an international student host in a red t-shirt.

La Trobe University 1

Registration and enrolmentMELBOURNE CAMPUS

Register with La Trobe International

As a new student, you need to register your arrival with La Trobe International (LTI).

Monday 13, Tuesday 14 and Wednesday 15 February 2017 10 am–4 pm West Lecture Theatre (WLT) 1 (Map: E5)

Make sure you bring your passport and student visa, or if you applied online, your e-visa notification. Your original passport must be presented at registration.

A staff member will guide you through activating your student account and creating your password. Your fees need to be paid in full to activate your account.

If you can’t arrive in time for the above three days, your first step is to visit the International Student Welcome Desk in the Western Lecture Theatre foyer. Here you’ll be given information on how to register and enrol in your subjects.

13-17 February and 20-24 February 10 am–4 pm

Attend your Orientation information session

Once you’ve registered, take note of the details of your enrolment session and relevant Orientation sessions. Be sure to attend the Orientation information session for more information on your next steps.

City Campus students

Collins St and Franklin St Campus students should refer to the next page for your campus Orientation, registration and enrolment details.

1 2 Find your course details and print out course information

For full-degree students it’s important you understand your course and available subjects before attending your course expectations session. Visit the University Handbook to find out more: latrobe.edu.au/handbook

3Create your preliminary personal study timetable

This is compulsory for Study Abroad and Exchange students. For help and information on timetabling sessions and timetable helpers see page 3.

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Order your student ID card

Congratulations! You’re now enrolled.

This enrolment process is part of the compulsory Orientation program. Make sure you attend important information sessions and activities to help you settle into life and study at La Trobe University.

For more information, check your My Life at La Trobe guide or visit: latrobe.edu.au/students/new-students/international/arriving/registration

6Attend your course expectations session and enrol in your subjects

When you enrol you’re required to bring the enrolment checklist you received at registration, your My Life at La Trobe guide and your preliminary course timetable (compulsory for Study Abroad and Exchange students).

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College of Arts, Social Sciences and Commerce (ASSC)

Monday 13 February 11 am Undergraduate and Postgraduate LIMS 101 (LIMS Auditorium) (Map: F5)

Tuesday 14 February 11 am Undergraduate and Postgraduate LIMS 101 (LIMS Auditorium) (Map: F5)

Wednesday 15 February 11 am Undergraduate and Postgraduate LIMS 101 (LIMS Auditorium) (Map: F5)

College of Science, Health and Engineering (SHE)

Monday 13 February 11 am Undergraduate and Postgraduate LIMS2 302 (LIMS Auditorium) (Map: F5)

Tuesday 14 February 11 am Undergraduate and Postgraduate LIMS2 302 (LIMS Auditorium) (Map: F5)

Wednesday 15 February 11 am Undergraduate and Postgraduate LIMS2 302 (LIMS Auditorium) (Map: F5)

Please read this section carefully

2 international Orientation Guide – Semester 1

CITY CAMPUSES

If you’re studying at the City or Franklin Street Campus, you’re required to register and enrol at the City Campus, located at level 20, 360 Collins St.

We must see your original passport at the registration. You’ll receive your enrolment information when you register with La Trobe International.

If for any reason you’re unable to arrive in time for the above registration day, you need to visit the International Student Welcome Desk in the Western Lecture Theatre foyer on the Melbourne Campus where you’ll be given information on how to register your arrival with La Trobe International.

20-24 February WLT Foyer 10.00 am–4.00 pm

Once you’ve finish your enrolment you’ll receive further information on how to get your student card.

Conditional offers

If you’ve received a conditional offer, please provide the relevant documentation (as listed on your Letter of Offer) to the La Trobe International admissions staff.

Alternatively, email your documents to: [email protected]

We’ll then email your unconditional offer and instructions on accepting your offer. While you’re waiting to receive your unconditional offer, ensure you still attend Orientation.

La Trobe Melbourne Students

Make sure you attend the special Orientation session on Monday 20 February at 3 pm in WLT 1. This session is compulsory.

Orientation is compulsory for all new students, even if you’re already in Australia. During Orientation you’ll attend important information sessions to help you adjust to living and studying at La Trobe University, as well as attend fun social activities to help you meet new people. Orientation will be held at the Collins St Campus on Tuesday 21 February 2017. City Campus students are encouraged to also attend Orientation activities at the Melbourne Campus.

Access the Orientation schedule via: latrobe.edu.au/students/new-students/orientation

Time City Campus Tuesday 21 February

9.00 am International Orientation

10.15 Morning tea

10.30 International Orientation

12.00 pm Lunch

1.00 Registrations

3.00 Enrolments

Registration and enrolment

Please read this section carefully


Your study timetable

Check if any classes overlap. If they do, check the timetable to see if there are any alternative times for that subject requirement (alternative times will be displayed in the timetable grid).

Search for your subjects (using the subject code) on the Allocate Plus timetable: latrobe.edu.au/students/timetables

Click on the ‘public timetable’ link. View subject information and class requirements through Allocate Plus by clicking the blue ‘information’ button next to the subject code.

Once you’ve searched for a subject code, match the class requirements to the list of times shown in the timetable grid.

Check the Handbook to find out your course requirements (Study Abroad and Exchange students will find a list of approved subjects in their Letter of Offer and can skip to Step 2). The Handbook has individual subject information, such as class requirements, which you can view by clicking on a subject code.

latrobe.edu.au/handbook

Class requirements are listed at the end of each subject entry, and includes such information as the weekly contact hours for your lectures and tutorials.

1 2 3Need help with your timetable?

Come along to one of our timetable information sessions.

Timetable sessions

14-17 February 12 pm and 3 pm Health Sciences Building 2, Room 223 (Map: E5)

If you need further help after attending one of these sessions, come and see one of our timetable helpers (see below).

Timetable helpers

14-17 February 1 pm–4 pm Health sciences Building 1 HS 224 (Map: E6)

22-26 February 1 pm–4 pm Health sciences Building 1 HS 224 (Map: E6)

It’s compulsory for Study Abroad and Exchange students to create their preliminary study timetable prior to their enrolment information session.

Have you got your USB drive?

If not, be sure to attend one of the Orientation Information Sessions and pick one up.

Need help with university systems?

If you need help, please attend one of the three IT Master Classes offered during Orientation.

Tuesday 21 February 2.00 pm–2.30 pm BG 115 (Map: E7)

Wednesday 22 February 3.00 pm–3.30 pm BG 115 (Map: E7)

Thursday 23 February 2.00 pm–2.30 pm BG 115 (Map: E7)

Compulsory sessions

Don’t forget, the following sessions are compulsory for you to attend on the first day of Orientation (Monday 20 February).

Need to know 9.30 am–10.30 am WLT 1 (Map: E5)

Your health, OSHC insurance and services 11.30 am–12.30 pm WLT 1 (Map: E5)

Keeping yourself safe 2.00 pm–3.00 pm WLT 1 (Map: E5)

Don’t get lost during orientation

Download the Lost on Campus app for iPhone, Android and Windows Phone.


Free wireless

Throughout Orientation you can access free wireless on campus by logging in with these details:

Username: [email protected] Password: Welcome17

Need help with AIM and Wominjeka modules?

Attend one of the information sessions listed in the Orientation Schedule on pages 7-14.

La Trobe is on Snapchat!

Check out our stories throughout Orientation to get more info.

Orientation

Orientation is an essential and fun part of your transition to university life.

WIN an iPad Mini!

We have great prizes to give away throughout Orientation. The more sessions you attend, the more chances you have to win. So come along, take part and enjoy the activities. As we say in Australia, ‘you’ve got to be in it to win it!’

Get connected online

Build your orientation plan

The online Orientation planner hosts the full schedule of Orientation events and programs. It allows you to develop your personalised Orientation plan so you don’t miss out on important information. It has the dates and times of all the activities, as well as your course expectations session. Make sure you check the online planner for details of your course expectations session.

latrobe.edu.au/orientation

Connect Mentors

Connect Mentors are current La Trobe students who support you during Orientation. You’ll see them around as they help new students become familiar with the Campus. The Mentors are there to help you with your adjustment to university life by connecting you to relevant resources, services and peers within the La Trobe community.

Feel free to approach them if you need any assistance – they’re always ready to help.

Ready4Uni

Ready4Uni is an online resource that helps you prepare for university before attending Orientation. The webpage contains vital information about:

– university life

– support services

– your College

– academic preparation

– frequently asked questions.

Ready4Uni is the perfect opportunity to prepare for university life before attending Orientation at La Trobe.

latrobe.edu.au/students/new-students/ready4uni


Make sure you register in advance at the welcome desk, located in the WLT foyer, as places are limited.

Free local guided toursEnjoy your time between Registration and Orientation Week while getting to know your surroundings with these guided tours.

Explore Northland

Northland is the largest shopping centre in the northern suburbs. It has everything from furniture and homewares to clothes, books, sports equipment and food.

The bus leaves for Northland from the WLT complex at 10 am, returning at 12 pm.

Please register at the welcome desk.

Tuesday 14 February 2017

Wednesday 15 February 2017

Thursday 16 February 2017

Friday 17 February 2017

Explore Preston Market

Explore one of Melbourne’s best fresh food markets.

Leave WLT complex by 3 pm to Preston Market and the bus will pick you up from Preston Market at 5 pm.




Spot a roo

Can’t wait to see your first kangaroo? They’re right here on campus at our very own Wildlife Sanctuary.

Tour departs from WLT at 10.30 am and heads to our own La Trobe Wildlife sanctuary. Please make sure you wear comfortable shoes as there’ll be a bit of walking to do.






Polaris Shopping Centre

Polaris is the closest shopping centre for your grocery needs. You can walk or take the Glider – the free La Trobe shuttle bus service.

Leave from WLT complex at 1.30 pm. Check the Melbourne weather to make sure you’re prepared!







Visit the iconicGreat Ocean Road

Sheer cliffs, world-class surfing breaks, vast expanses of white sand beaches, lush canopies of national park and rainforest, and tranquil seaside towns make this a ‘must-see’ for any newcomer to Victoria.

The bus will depart the Melbourne campus at 7 am, taking take you from Melbourne through the regional centre of Geelong, then along the winding coastal sea-cliffs of the Great Ocean Road, stopping at Apollo Bay for lunch, and returning at 9 pm.

Bring sunglasses, a jacket, plenty of water, snacks and your camera, as this is a trip you’ll never want to forget!

Experience one of the most spectacular coastal landscapes in the world.


7 am–9 pm

$25 per person

Departs from David Myers Building central, Melbourne Campus.

Join the city Amazing Race!

City Amazing Race

Saturday 18 February 2017 10 am–5 pm

$10 per person Includes lunch and snacks.

Departs from David Myers Building central, Melbourne Campus.

Have a great time with new friends, following clues, completing team tasks and challenges while discovering Melbourne’s major landmarks and best-kept secrets.

Sign up during registration and enrolment week at the International Student Welcome Desk in the WLT foyer.

You must bring a myki card with credit. Places are limited. Everyone wins a prize.

Have a great time while getting to know Melbourne with new friends!


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NEED TO KNOW PRESENTATIONLa Trobe InternationalWLT 1(Compulsory session)

YOUR HEALTH, OSHC INSURANCE AND SERVICESLa Trobe International WLT 1(Compulsory session)

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CONNECT CENTRAL

Lost on campus?

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We also offer campus tours

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Tours leave from all checkpoints on the hour between

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If you’ve never experienced an Escape Room,

this is your chance to play for FREE.

Have fun and win fantastic prizes. Game

takes 45 minutes.

For more info: lib.latrobe.edu.au/

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For further information on the sessions, including times and locations, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/students/new-students/orientation


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Where to get more help

Looking for accommodation?

If you missed the online webinar on accommodation before you arrived, you’ll be able to access the presentation via the LMS through the International Student Services subject. You can also talk to Student Housing Helpers during Orientation.

They can share information with you about:

– how the Residential Office works

– how to access the housing/accommodation database

– how to call once you’ve found an advertisement you like

– and a whole lot more.

Student Housing Helpers are available at the times listed below.

13-17 February 1 pm–4 pm WLT Foyer

20-24 February 1 pm–4 pm WLT Foyer

For more information on student accommodation, contact Residential Services:

T 03 9479 1071 E [email protected]

latrobe.edu.au/accommodation

Don’t worry if you’ve missed some of our information sessions – you’ll find a few alternatives on this page. We’re here to help.

Got a question?

During Orientation, you can seek advice at the International Student Welcome Desk in the WLT foyer.

13-17 February 10 am–4 pm

20-24 February 10 am–4 pm

Compulsory sessions if you miss the orientation

If you missed Orientation, it’s important you attend one of the following repeat Orientation Sessions. Refreshments will be available.

Date Time Venue

Repeat Session 1 Thursday 2 March

10.00 am–2.00 pm To be confirmed

Repeat Session 2 Tuesday 7 March


Repeat Session 3 Thursday 16 March


Stay Informed

Subscribe to our La Trobe Times newsletter to stay informed about La Trobe University, on-campus activities, and studying in Australia.

latrobetimes.blogs.latrobe.edu.au/ category/subscribe


International student servicesThroughout your time at La Trobe, you’re always welcome to seek advice, information and support from the International Student Services (ISS) team.

They can help you with academic, social, financial and cultural issues during your studies. It’s important to seek help early if you experience any difficulties.

The ISS team also run social events and programs where you can make new friends with Australian and international students.

To enhance your experience in Australia, the University also provides many opportunities for you to actively engage in various cultural groups and local communities.

For a comprehensive support guide, see the My Life at La Trobe guide: latrobe.edu.au/students/international/ support/publications

Level 3, Sylvia Walton Building (Map: H7)

T 03 9479 1199 T 1800 758 360 (after hours) E [email protected]

latrobe.edu.au/international

Study abroad and exchange studentsStudy Abroad and Exchange students have access to the La Trobe Global Lounge, located behind Café Veloci, Upper Agora. It’s the perfect place to meet other Study Abroad and Exchange students.

Monday to Thursday, 11 am-3 pm


latrobe.edu.au/study/ exchange-and-study-abroad/study-abroad

Disability supportIf you have a disability, contact Equity and Diversity who’ll assess your needs and provide support so you can participate to the best of your ability.


latrobe.edu.au/students/wellbeing/studying-with-a-disability

What is the LMS?The University uses an online teaching tool called the Learning Management System (LMS) for all subjects.

International students are automatically enrolled in an International Student Services subject via the LMS. This subject provides essential information relating directly to your study experience. You can participate in weekly online activities, enter competitions and chat with staff and students in the forums.

Counselling serviceFor confidential personal counselling, contact the Counselling Service.


latrobe.edu.au/students/counselling

After Hours Emergency Phone Counselling Service.

T 1300 687 327

Become a successful learnerFor support in developing your academic skills, view the learning resources on the Student Learning website.

latrobe.edu.au/learning

LibraryPick up essential library skills that will save you time and stress when your first assignments are due. Book your guided tour and starter class via the link below.

latrobe.edu.au/library/help-and-training

Ask La TrobeFind out more about enrolment, fees, forms and other administrative matters by visiting the Ask La Trobe webpage or contacting the Help Zone. See the map on the back cover of this guide for the location.

Ask La Trobe is now QLess, which allows you to join the queue virtually from your mobile phone or via the web.

T 1300 La Trobe (1300 528 7623)

latrobe.edu.au/ask-us

ChildcareTo arrange for childcare, contact the Children’s Centre.


latrobe.edu.au/child

Get the most out of universityLanguage and Cultural Exchange Program (LACE)

Do you need to practice your English or another language? Would you like to do it in a relaxed environment and make new friends at the same time? The LACE program provides the opportunity for all students to expand their horizons and international networks. We put you in contact with other students interested in learning more about your language and country.

E [email protected]

latrobe.edu.au/students/international/ support/activities/lace

Clubs and societies

Find out more about the many student clubs and societies you can join and make new local and international friends!

latrobesu.org.au/clubs

Get involved

Enhance your skills and make friends for life through leadership, mentoring and volunteering.

latrobe.edu.au/students/leadership-volunteering

Student Union

Get involved with the peak representative body for students and access a range of support services including Student Advocates and the Student Lawyer.

latrobesu.org.au

Sport

For recreation and fitness, visit the Sports Centre.

latrobe.edu.au/sport

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