Bachelor of Science Orientation

For students starting the Bachelor of Science, Orientation and the Extended Orientation program are important opportunities to learn about everything you need to get started in your course.

Before Orientation – get started

If you haven't yet, make sure that you've accepted your offer and enrolled in your course: Get Started at Melbourne.

After that, explore different subject areas that may interest you and understand all the other great programs that make up your undergraduate experience in the Bachelor of Science Course Guide.

Find out what opportunities are available to you both inside and outside the class to enrich your university experience with the Science Enrichment Planner.

Science Enrichment Planner

BSc Orientation

BSc Orientation took place on Tues 16 July on Parkville Campus. At BSc Orientation, new students were able to get familiar with Science at the University of Melbourne, learn how to prepare for their first few weeks of class and how to make the most out of their  degree, and find out who their lecturers are.

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You can view the full event program, along with recordings of the Official Welcome, Enriching your BSc Sessions, Student Panel as well as Getting Started Sessions below.

TimeSession
9am - 9:15amOfficial Welcome from BSc Director, Associate Professor Andrew Drinnan
9:15am - 10:50am'Enriching your BSc' Information Sessions
10:50am - 11:20amStudent Panel with the Science Students' Society
11:35am - 1:55pmSubject Getting Started Sessions
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Earth Sciences
- BioSciences
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Engineering and IT 
11:50am - 2pmFirst Year Expo and Campus Tours

Recording of Official Welcome, Enriching your BSc, and Student Panel

Getting Started Sessions

These sessions were run by first-year subject coordinators and outline all the information you need to be prepared for your first classes.

Extended Orientation

Dates: Week 1 - Week 4
Location: Parkville

Following orientation week, you will continue to be supported in your transition to university and the BSc. The Extended Orientation program will cover different topics in your first few weeks of study.

Check out the weekly themes and related events and activities below to help you transition into University.

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  • Week 1: Building Connections

    Welcome Lunch & Science Clubs Expo

    Connect with current students who are at the forefront of showcasing creativity and innovation within our university's science community! Explore a range of clubs, participate in fun and dynamic mini games, and win exciting prices.

    The Faculty of Science’s Science Clubs Expo is a great opportunity to forge connections with like-minded peers who share your passion for science and academic pursuits.

    Tues 23 Jul, 12-2pm.

    Register here

    Clubs are an integral part of many students' university experience. You can find out more about clubs and societies at the university below.

    Find out more

  • Week 2: Building Connections

    International Student Welcome Dinner

    Are you an International Student?

    The Faculty of Science, Faculty of Business and Economics and Faculty of Engineering and IT presents the 2024 International Student Welcome Dinner!

    Connect with fellow international students in an evening full of informative presentations on navigating aspects of Australian life!

    Indulge in a variety of activities, savour delicious food, and join in engaging games with exciting prizes up for grabs.

    The International Student Welcome Dinner is a fantastic opportunity to help you transition smoothly into university life, and build connections with like-minded peers who share your enthusiasm for new experiences.

    Wed 31 Jul, 5.30-7.30pm.

    Register here

  • Week 3: Up Your Grade

    Study Sessions (Chemistry)

    Are you looking for a study group? Join us in an informal study session with Science graduate students who have previously excelled in the course to allow you to understand its challenges. They will share first hand experience of how to approach Chemistry 1/Chemistry 2 and the BSC journey!

    Thurs 8 Aug, 12-1.30pm.

    Chemistry 1:

    Register here

    Chemistry 2:

    Register here

    Study Sessions (Physics)

    The Physics Students Society are running fornightly study sessions. More details below.

    Physics Study Sessions

    The University offers a number of workshops and resources to assist you with academic reading, writing and referencing.

    Check out this page for plenty of useful resources:

    Academic Skills Resources

    And register for helpful events here:

    Academic Skills Events

  • Week 4: Wellbeing Matters

    Faculty of Science & Science Students' Society BBQ Lunch

    Join the Faculty of Science & the Science Students' Society (SSS) at the Welcome BBQ.

    Come and grab a snag, meet other science students, connect with our Peer Health Advocates, and learn more about the free programs offered by MU Sports.

    Thurs 15 Aug, 12-2pm.

    Register here

Frequently asked questions

We have received many questions during previous Orientation Weeks, and have collected some answers and related resources below.

  • How is Science: Day 1 different from Orientation?

    Science: Day 1 is an important pre-Orientation event that acts as your introduction to science at Melbourne. You will learn important information about the various subjects we offer, interact with some of our cool facilities, gain beginner's tips on course planning and make some friends who you can later meet up with at Orientation. At Orientation, you will delve deeper into your course, the subjects you have chosen and the services the University provides.

  • Do I need to attend both Science: Day 1 and Orientation?

    We strongly recommend you attend BOTH Science: Day 1 and Orientation, as each event offers unique information that will ultimately better prepare you for your BSc.

  • How do I register for Science: Day 1?

    If you have received an offer to study Science at UniMelb, you will have received an email with a registration link to sign-up for Science: Day 1.

  • Can I bring along a friend or guardian to Science: Day 1?

    As this a registration-only event specifically for students who have received an offer to study a BSc at the University, we will not be able to accommodate additional guests.

  • What if I can’t make it to Science: Day 1?

    If you cannot make it to Science: Day 1, we will be uploading Course Planning: 101 sessions which you can view live and on demand.

Other orientation activities