Orientation at Gippsland
Orientation at Gippsland Campus provides comprehensive online resources and enriching on-campus experiences. Access course materials and support services online. Participate in orientation events, explore facilities, and engage in campus life.
Before Orientation
There are a few things you should do before the semester officially begins. Follow our checklist for new students, explore your course resources and brush up on your study skills.
Our step-by-step guide will help you enrol and get set up for success in your first semester.
Your institute coordinators and academics have put together a collection of course-relevant resources that you can use during your studies.
FedReady is a free study skills course designed to help you understand academic essentials and boost your confidence.
What happens at Orientation?
In-person orientation is all about building belonging, finding connection and having fun. You'll get to meet other new students, chat to second and third years, and speak to lecturers and support staff.
Find out more about your course so you know what to expect.
Let our tour guides show you the campus, the Library and our student accommodation.
Learn how to research, plan and write assessment tasks.
Find out how to navigate Federation's online learning platform.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students: Find out how the AEC can support you while you're at Federation.
Chat to our Careers staff about ways you can get work-ready at Federation.
Find out what services you can access for free during your studies.
There will be plenty of free food available, including dietary requirements.
International students: If you haven’t logged in yet, we’ll guide you through accessing the Federation system and selecting your subjects.
Attendance is compulsory for all students. If you can't attend, let us know and we'll make sure you have everything you need to start with confidence.
Get to know your campus location
Gippsland Campus is set on 60 lush hectares (yes, there’s a lake), and Churchill is right next door (it'll only take you about 20 minutes to walk to the centre of town). Before Orientation, plan how you'll get there. (Will you drive? Get public transport?) Check out our Gippsland Campus page to learn more.
Find your community
Log into Vygo with your Federation student ID and password to access forums so you can chat to other new students.
Explore our existing student clubs or create your own.
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