This is the start of something amazing. Celebrate your newness.

Feeling nervous? That's normal. But we know how you can make your transition to uni easier: get amongst it at Orientation.

If you're doing a Bachelor of Nursing (commencing as a second year student) mark Wednesday, 18 June 2025 in your diary. (Classes start Monday, 23 June.) And because your Orientation is earlier than other courses, you’ll basically have the campus to yourself.

Orientation is compulsory because it gives you everything you need to start strong — from course information to meeting your lecturers and support crew (and who can say no to a free lunch?). There's no need to register, we will automatically send you reminders.

Steps for a smooth start

Step 1
Enrol in your units if you haven't already.

Step 2
Explore the Nursing resources.

Step 3
Start gathering your mandatory documents.

Step 4
Check if you're eligible for a scholarship or grant 

Step 5
Pack your bags. We've got a handy list of what to bring (including your laptop) below - just scroll down. Then sit back and relax. We can’t wait to welcome you to Federation.

All done? Great! Check out the full list of pre-study essentials here.

Your Orientation schedule

Keen to find out a bit more about your course? Want to explore the campus, meet some other nervous students and grab a free burger or two? Perfect – it's all in the schedule below.

If you'd prefer a printable version, you can download the PDF booklet here.

TimeActivityLocation
8.30-9 amRegistration and check-inRoom 101, Building 2E
9-10 amCourse overview - Session 1Room 101, Building 2E
10-11 amCampus & library toursRoom 101, Building 2E
11 am - 12.30 pmCourse overview - Session 2Room 101, Building 2E
12.30-1.30 pmLunch (free food!)Student Lounge, Room 131, Building 3N
1.30-3 pmGetting connected
We'll get you set up and logged into our online systems, so you're all ready when classes start. You'll need your laptop for this session.		Room 101, Building 2E

Welcome to our Gippsland Campus

Gippsland is set on 60 luscious hectares (yes, there’s a lake), and Churchill is right next door.

After studying in peace you can reward yourself with a delicious meal in town.

Explore Gippsland

What to bring

1 - Student ID number (it's on your Offer Letter).

2 - Laptop, notepad & pen.

3 - Bank card (we're cashless). There’ll be loads of free food, but if you want a coffee or something extra, you'll need to tap.

4 - Smile and an open mind. Bring excitement to meet new people and explore campus life.

5 - Dress comfortably, and don’t forget your questions - this is your chance to get answers!

Can't make it to Orientation?

If you can’t attend for any reason, you must let us know by calling 1800 333 864 or +61 3 5327 9018 (from outside Australia), Monday to Friday, 9 am–5 pm AEST.