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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.
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New students' checklist
Our step-by-step guide will help you enrol and get set up for success in your first semester.
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Your course resources
Your institute coordinators and academics have put together a collection of course-relevant resources that you can use during your studies.
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Prepare for study
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.
Course info
Find out more about your course so you know what to expect.
Tours
Let our tour guides show you the campus, the Library and our student accommodation.
Academic skills
Learn how to research, plan and write assessment tasks. 
Moodle intro
Find out how to navigate Federation's online learning platform.
Careers advice
Chat to our Careers staff about ways you can get work-ready at Federation.
Support services
Find out what services you can access for free during your studies.
Free food
There will be plenty of free food available, including dietary requirements.
Enrolment help
We'll show you how to log in to the Federation system and choose your subjects.
AEC orientation
Find out how the Aboriginal Education Centre can support you while you're at Federation.
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

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Connect with other first years
Log into Vygo with your Federation student ID and password to access forums so you can chat to other new students.
Student clubs
Explore our existing student clubs or create your own.

Here's what 2024 looked like

It was really great to have a bit of a personalised introduction to the Uni campus and get shown around. All of the support seems really positive, and it made me feel so much more at ease."
Bree1st year student