Institute of Health and Wellbeing (Domestic)
We take care so you can give care
The Institute of Health and Wellbeing (IHW) is all about nurturing the next generation of health professionals. We know you’ve already got plenty of those vital soft skills – empathy, critical thinking, active listening. The next step is exploring the specifics of your chosen field and applying that knowledge in real-world situations. You’ll get to do clinical placement – which means getting out of the classroom (and your comfort zone) and connecting with local employers.
IHW cares about your career. IHW is your institute.
Your Orientation schedule
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11–11.30 am | Enrolment lab and collect student ID | Library |
| 11.30 am–12 pm | Library Tour | Library |
| 12–12.30 pm | Self-guided campus tour (tip: download the free Actionbound app from the App Store before the tour) | Albert Coates Complex |
| 12.30–12.45 pm | Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony | Place of Belonging (opposite Albert Coates Complex near the bridge) |
| 12.30–2 pm | Free lunch | Albert Coates Complex |
| 2–3 pm | Course overview | Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science Bachelor of Psychological Science Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) |
Want other free lunches? Oh yes, you're welcome to join on Friday 12, Wednesday 17 and Thursday 19 July from 12–1 pm at Student Lounge, Level 1, Building U.
Master of Professional Psychology and Master of Psychology (Clinical) students only
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9 am–4 pm | Course orientation | Room 312, Building F |
| 12–1 pm | Free lunch | Student Lounge, Level 1, Building U |
Academic Skills Day
Starting uni can be daunting. The research. The essays and reports. The online systems. We get it. That's why we're running Academic Skills Day during Orientation.
You'll get to practice all kinds of basic academic skills. Yes – practice. Not hear about. This is a hands-on session. And there's free food.
When: Thursday 18 July, 10 am to 3 pm
Where: Library
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Register for your sessions
After you take in your Orientation schedule you can register for as many sessions as you like. It's easy. Registration isn't compulsory, but it means you'll get a nifty reminder and you can add the sessions to your calendar.
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