latrobe.edu.au/study/international SEMESTER 1 Welcome to La Trobe

Bendigo is a wonderful place to live, and our Campus is a great place to study. During Orientation, you’ll do lots of fun things and make heaps of new friends! You’ll find your Orientation calendar on pages six to ten of this guide. We hope you enjoy the great array of activities we have planned to warmly welcome you to La Trobe.

Contents

Registration and enrolment / 1 When and where to enrol / 2 Library orientation sessions / 3 Subject timetable / 4 Orientation timetable Monday 20 February / 6 Tuesday 21 February / 7 Wednesday 22 February / 8 Thursday 23 February / 9 Friday 24 February / 10 Your support network / 11 Bendigo campus map / 13

Disclaimer: The information contained in this brochure is indicative only. The University does not give any warranties in relation to the currency, accuracy or completeness of the contents. The University reserves the right to make changes without notice at any time in its absolute discretion, including but not limited to varying admission and assessment requirements, and discontinuing or varying courses. Users of this publication are advised to check with the relevant faculty or department before acting on the information published in this brochure. To the extent permitted by law, the University does not accept responsibility or liability for any injury, loss, claim or damage arising out of or in any way connected with the use of the information contained in this brochure or any error, omission or defect in the information contained in this brochure. Published by , January 2017. La Trobe University is a registered provider under the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). CRICOS Provider 00115M.

ii Bendigo International Orientation Guide – Semester 1 Registration Please read this section carefully and enrolment BENDIGO CAMPUS

Print out your course information 1 2 3 For full-degree students, it’s important you Register with Attend your Orientation understand your course and available subjects before attending your course expectations La Trobe information session session. Visit the University Handbook to find International out more: latrobe.edu.au/handbook Once you’ve registered, As a new student, you need take note of the details to register your arrival with of your enrolment session Create your preliminary La Trobe International (LTI). and relevant Orientation sessions. See pages 2–3 personal study timetable for further details. This is compulsory for Study Abroad and 4 Exchange students. For help and information Thursday 16th February on timetabling sessions and timetable helpers 10 am–3 pm see page 4. La Trobe International Education Building Level 2 Attend your course expectations session and enrol Room 2.14 in your subjects

Make sure you bring your When you enrol, you’re required to bring the enrolment checklist you received 5 at registration, your My Life at La Trobe guide and your preliminary course timetable passport and your student visa, or if you applied online, (compulsory for Study Abroad and Exchange students). your e-visa notification. Your original passport must be presented at registration. Have your photo taken during your enrolment session A staff member will guide and collect your student identification card you through activating your student account and creating Congratulations! You’re now enrolled. your password. However, your This enrolment process is part of the compulsory Orientation program. Make sure fees need to be paid in full 6 you attend important information sessions and activities to help you settle into life to activate your account. and study at La Trobe University. If you can’t arrive in time for the above date, your first step is to visit the La Trobe International office, located in the Engineering Building. Here you’ll be given information on how to register and enrol in your subjects.

La Trobe University 1 When and Please read this section carefully where to enrol

Enrolment for all international students, Date Course enrolment including Study Abroad and Exchange, is on Friday 17 February 2017. Monday 20 February 2017 International students only Session 1 is 10 am–12 pm, and Session 2 is 2 pm–4 pm. Tuesday 21 February 2017 All students including international

Please go to La Trobe International – Wednesday 22 February 2017 All students including international Education Building, level 2 for more information. Thursday 23 February 2017 All students including international

Free wireless internet Throughout Orientation, you can access free wireless on campus by logging in with these details: Username: [email protected] Password: Welcome17

Postgraduate research students Conditional offers Postgraduate research students will need If you’ve received a conditional offer, please provide the relevant to visit La Trobe International, Education documentation (as listed on your Letter of Offer) to the La Trobe Building, level 2 to register and enrol. International admissions staff. You are also encouraged to attend activities Alternatively, email your documents to: [email protected] during Orientation to help you settle into life We’ll then email your unconditional offer and instructions on accepting and study at La Trobe University. your offer. While you’re waiting to receive your unconditional offer, ensure you still attend Orientation.

2 Bendigo International Orientation Guide – Semester 1 Library orientation sessions

Have you got your USB drive? If not, please go to La Trobe International, Education Building, level 2, for more information.

Library tour and 101 classes Library starter classes General Bendigo library information The library will be offering a 10-minute Semester 1, weeks 1–3 library tour and a 20-minute Library 101 La Trobe University Library is a leading class during Orientation. The 101 class Learn how to find items on your reading academic library operating as one service gives an overview on navigating your way list and recognise the difference between across all campuses. The Heyward through the library website, and getting references for books, book chapters and Library at the Bendigo Campus provides started in using the library. You don’t need journal articles. You’ll also get tips on why substantial collections, facilities and to book your session, just come to the and when you need to cite/reference services to support coursework and library prior to one of the times below. your work, and be introduced to online research. A large and growing proportion referencing tools. This session is aimed Tuesday 21 February of the Library’s scholarly information 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm at new undergraduates, but all students resources are available in digital form and are welcome. To make a booking, please can be accessed by all students and staff, Wednesday 22 February visit the link below: regardless of location. More information 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm lib.latrobe.edu.au/training/ regarding library services can be found at: Thursday 23 February program/1819/bendigo latrobe.edu.au/library 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm

Opening Service desk Bendigo hours hours help desk Monday−Thursday (hours the library T 03 5444 7453 8.30 am–12.00 am is staffed) Friday Monday−Friday 8.30 am–7.00 pm 8.30 am–7.00 pm Saturday−Sunday Saturday–Sunday 9.30 am–5.00 pm 1.00 pm–5.00 pm

La Trobe University 3 Subject timetable

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 8 AM 9 10 11 12 PM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 Check the Handbook to find Search for your subjects Write the subject code and Check if any classes out your course requirements by subject code on the type of class requirement overlap, and if they do, (Study Abroad and Exchange Allocate Plus timetable: (e.g. lecture) in the grid above. check the timetable to see students will find a list latrobe.edu.au/students/ if there are any alternative of approved subjects in their timetables times for that subject Letter of Offer and can skip requirement (all alternative Click on the link that says to Step 2). The Handbook has times will be displayed ‘public timetable’. individual subject information, in the timetable grid). such as class requirements, View subject information which you can access and class requirements by clicking on a subject code: through Allocate Plus latrobe.edu.au/handbook by clicking the ‘information’ button next Class requirements are listed to the subject code. at the end of each subject Need help with your timetable? entry and include such Once you have searched If you need help creating your personal study timetable, please information as the weekly for a subject code, match speak to one of our International Student Hosts or La Trobe contact hours for your the class requirements International staff. subjects and tutorials. to the list.

4 Bendigo International Orientation Guide – Semester 1 La Trobe University 5 MONDAY For your enrolment checklist, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/students/ 20 FEBRUARY enrolment/international-enrol/regional-campuses

BENDIGO 8 STUDENT ASK A AM ASSOCIATION CONNECT (BSA) VOLUNTEER FREE TOASTED SANDWICHES Still have questions Student Union Floor about timetabling, accessing your 9 emails, LMS or tutorial sign-up?

NEED TO KNOW SESSION Don’t panic. Essential information about being an international student, services on campus and your student visa. Connect Volunteers are available all day to help you 10 navigate the University systems.

They’ll be wearing their Connect Mentor T-shirts MORNING TEA during Orientation 11 Morning tea with Student Support Services and Student Engagement. as well as the first few weeks of the semester so you KEEPING YOURSELF SAFE can ask questions Meet a local police officer to learn about safety in Bendigo and on campus. at any time.

BSA 12 FREE LUNCH PM Student Union Floor WELCOME LUNCH INTERNATIONAL Enjoy a delicious lunch with current international students and hear about STUDENT their experience in Bendigo. ORIENTATION 1 Health Sciences Building

Rooms HHS2 327 ACADEMIC LANGUAGE AND LEARNING PREPARATION and 328 2

INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN INFORMATION AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES 3

CITY TREASURE HUNT Explore Bendigo CBD in small groups. Get to know main streets and landmarks while making friends and trying to win prizes. 4

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BSA MOVIE NIGHT (8.30 PM–LATE) Sports Field

6 Bendigo International Orientation Guide – Semester 1 TUESDAY For further information on the sessions, including times and locations, 21 FEBRUARY please visit: latrobe.edu.au/students/new-students/orientation

8 BSA BREAKFAST ASK A AM Student Union Floor CONNECT VOLUNTEER Still have questions about timetabling, accessing your 9 emails, LMS or tutorial sign-up?

Don’t panic.

Connect Volunteers are available all day to help you 10 navigate the University systems. MEET CONNECT VOLUNTEERS They’ll be wearing AND FIND YOUR WAY their Connect AROUND CAMPUS Mentor T-shirts during Orientation 11 Student Union Floor as well as the first few weeks of the semester so you CITY OF GREATER BENDIGO CIVIC WELCOME can ask questions Sports Field at any time.

BSA MARKET DAY LA TROBE 12 Activities and stalls UNIVERSITY PM featuring clubs WELCOME LUNCH and societies, local Sports Field organisations, food, etc. Sports Field APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, BURSARIES OR AWARDS 1 Circular Lecture Theatre

HOW TO UNI: TIPS AND TRICKS TO MAKE UNI EASIER Circular Lecture Theatre

LIBRARY 101 CLASS AND TOUR LEARNING IN THE DIGITAL AGE IT MASTERCLASS 2 Library McKay Lecture Theatre BUS 153/154 PC Lab

LIBRARY 101 CLASS AND TOUR ASSIGNMENTS, WRITING 3 Library AND REFERENCING McKay Lecture Theatre

LIBRARY 101 CLASS AND TOUR IT MASTERCLASS 4 Library BUS 153/154 PC Lab

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BSA PROGRESSIVE DINNER (5.30 PM–9.00 PM) BSA LAUNCH PARTY (6.30 PM–11.00 PM) A progressive dinner at Bendigo eateries. Huge dance party with live DJs. Buses leave from the Student Union. 18+ licensed event. All-ages event. Sports Field

La Trobe University 7 WEDNESDAY For your enrolment checklist, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/students/ 22 FEBRUARY enrolment/international-enrol/regional-campuses

8 AM BSA AND STUDENT WELLBEING BREAKFAST Student Union Floor 9

COLLEGE/SCHOOL MEET AND GREET 10 Check online planner for location: latrobe.edu.au/students/new-students/orientation/orientation-planner

GETTING READY TO STUDY (COURSE INFORMATION SESSIONS) Check online planner for location: latrobe.edu.au/students/new-students/orientation/orientation-planner 11

BSA 12 FREE LUNCH PM Student Union Floor

APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, LEARNING IN THE DIGITAL AGE NURSING 1 BURSARIES OR AWARDS EDU239-ELT ESSENTIALS: Circular Lecture Theatre PLACEMENTS HOW TO UNI: TIPS AND TRICKS McKay Lecture TO MAKE UNI EASIER Theatre Circular Lecture Theatre STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES LIBRARY 101 CLASS AND TOUR IT MASTERCLASS ASSIGNMENTS, 2 INFORMATION SESSION Library BUS 153/154 PC Lab WRITING AND Circular Lecture Theatre REFERENCING EDU239-ELT

LGBTIQ+ AND ALLY STUDENT LIBRARY 101 CLASS AND TOUR NURSING 3 WELCOME Library ESSENTIALS: Student Union Floor GETTING STARTED ON PEBBLE PAD ED 2.21

LIBRARY 101 CLASS AND TOUR IT MASTERCLASS POSTGRADUATE 4 Library BUS 153/154 PC Lab AND MATURE-AGE INFORMATION SESSION Student Union Floor

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BSA PIZZA DINNER (6.00 PM–7.00 PM) BSA STEPHEN SPELLMASTER’S HYPNOSIS SHOW (7.00 PM–9.30 PM) TBA Watch Stephen Spellmaster make students do outrageously funny things under hypnosis. All-ages event. Sports Field

8 Bendigo International Orientation Guide – Semester 1 THURSDAY For further information on the sessions, including times and locations, 23 FEBRUARY please visit: latrobe.edu.au/students/new-students/orientation

BSA AND STUDENT 8 WELLBEING BREAKFAST AM Student Union Floor OUTDOOR AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 9 TRANSITION DAY IBC 102 and

POSTGRADUATE AND MATURE-AGE 10 INFO SESSION Student Union Floor

INTERFAITH BLESSING AND MORNING TEA 11 Circular Lecture Theatre

BSA 12 FREE LUNCH PM Student Union Floor

APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, JIMBEYER 1 BURSARIES OR AWARDS BOONDJHIL Circular Lecture Theatre CENTRE BUSH FOOD AND CRAFT HOW TO UNI: TIPS AND TRICKS ACTIVITIES TO MAKE UNI EASIER SSC Courtyard Circular Lecture Theatre LIBRARY 101 CLASS LEARNING IN THE STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES IT MASTERCLASS 2 AND TOUR DIGITAL AGE INFORMATION SESSION BUS 153/154 PC Lab Library McKay Lecture Circular Lecture Theatre Theatre

LIBRARY 101 CLASS ASSIGNMENTS, 3 AND TOUR WRITING AND Library REFERENCING McKay Lecture Theatre

LIBRARY 101 CLASS IT MASTERCLASS 4 AND TOUR BUS 153/154 PC Lab Library

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BSA GAME OF ZONES (5.30 PM–9.00 PM) BSA MYSTERY BUS TOUR (5.30 PM–LATE) Laser tag, roller blading, mini golf and more. Pick a theme, dress up and jump on a bus with 50 other All-ages event. students to visit a selection of hotels for a few drinks. All groups meet at a nightclub for the after party. Student Union Floor 18+ licensed event. Sports Field

La Trobe University 9 FRIDAY 24 FEBRUARY

BSA SPORTS JAM 12 Major League Sport PM Play bubble soccer or dodge ball in air-conditioned comfort. 1

2 ‘Attending the International Students Welcome Festival and University Orientation was really helpful. 3 BSA POOL PARTY Free entry to pool including pizza, Arriving here for the first time, soft drinks and DJ music. many things are new and it can feel All‑ages event. overwhelming. Brennan Park Pool 4 The Orientation events helped me to find other students who feel the same, and I made friends easily. Information provided during those events 5 was streamlined and really helpful. With the right information, and good friends, adjusting to a new place was easy. I recommend all students, especially 6 International Students, attend Orientation and the Welcome Festival. It will turn out to be both useful and fun.’ 7 Rushabh Shethia Bachelor of Information Technology Student from India, Bendigo Campus 8

For your enrolment checklist, please visit: latrobe.edu.au/students/ enrolment/international-enrol/regional-campuses

10 Bendigo International Orientation Guide – Semester 1 Your support network

Don’t worry if you’ve missed some of our information sessions – you’ll find a few alternatives on this page. We’re here to help.

International It’s also the perfect place to meet other Ask La Trobe webpage or contacting the Student Services (ISS) Study Abroad and Exchange students. Help Zone on the first floor of the Library. Monday to Friday 9 am–5 pm T 1300 La Trobe (1300 528 7623) Throughout your time at La Trobe, latrobe.edu.au/ask-us you’re always welcome to seek advice, information and support from the Disability support International Student Services (ISS) team. Childcare They can help you with academic, social, If you have a disability, contact Equity financial and cultural issues during your and Diversity who’ll assess your needs Visit the website below for a list studies. It’s important to seek help early and provide support so you can of childcare centres in Bendigo. if you experience any kind of difficulty. participate to the best of your ability. bendigo.vic.gov.au The ISS team also run many social events T 03 5444 7223 and programs where you can make new E [email protected] friends with Australian students and other latrobe.edu.au/students/wellbeing/ international students. Get the most out studying-with-a-disability To enhance your experience in , the of university University also provides many opportunities for you to actively engage in various cultural Counselling Service UniMates – International groups and local communities. Friendship Program For a comprehensive support guide, see For confidential personal counselling, UniMates brings international and the My Life at La Trobe Guide: contact the Counselling Service. Australian students together for regular latrobe.edu.au/students/international/ T 03 5444 7223 social and cultural activities in Bendigo. support/publications E [email protected] It’s your chance to get to know other Education Building, level 2, room 2.14 students while having fun. latrobe.edu.au/students/wellbeing T 03 5444 7286 E [email protected] T 1800 758 360 (after hours) E [email protected] Become a successful learner Clubs and societies latrobe.edu.au/international Find out more about the many student For support in developing your academic clubs and societies you can join and make skills, view the learning resources on the new local and international friends! Student Learning website. Learning Management bsabendigo.com.au System (LMS) latrobe.edu.au/learning Get involved The University uses an online teaching tool called the Learning Management Enhance your skills and make friends System (LMS) for all subjects. Library for life through leadership, mentoring and volunteering. International students are automatically We strongly encourage you to take enrolled in an International Student a tour of the Library. The tour will provide latrobe.edu.au/wildlife/get-involved Services subject via LMS. This subject you with an insight into the services the provides essential information relating Library provides, its facilities, and how Student Union directly to your study experience. You it can make your academic learning Get involved with the peak representative can participate in weekly online activities, at university a little easier. body for students, and access a range enter competitions and chat with staff lib.latrobe.edu.au/training/program/ of support services including Student and≈students in the forums. 1819/bendigo Advocates and the Student Lawyer. bsabendigo.com.au

Study Abroad and Sport Exchange students Ask La Trobe For recreation and fitness, visit Find out more about enrolment, fees, Students at the Bendigo Campus can Feelgood Fitness. student ID, travel concession forms and drop by to speak to staff at La Trobe other administrative matters by visiting the feelgoodfitness.com.au International’s Bendigo Office.

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General Information, AS1 Applied Science 1 D5 Student Union and Library AS2 Applied Science 2 D6 ARTS Humanities / Social Sciences G8 Visual Arts View St La Trobe International Centre Pall Mall (Regional Campuses) BUS Business J9 C Child Care Centre D12 International Student Services McIvor Highway City Education Building CC Computer Centre / ICT E7 CLT Circular Lecture Theatre F7 Centre Building CR Student Res Common Room E12 Williamson St Outside Courtyards DD O‚ce of Deputy Directors I7 High St and Sports field DI Nancy Long Dining Hall D10 Bendigo E Engineering F6 Train CP Carpark Station ED Education G9 Condon St Boom gate FS Financial Services J7 GDP Graphic Design / Multimedia E8 Walkway HHS Health / Human Sciences D8 HHS2 Health / Human Sciences 2 C9 Designated Pine St smoking area IBC Ironbark Centre G11 L Library F8 LRHS La Trobe Rural Health School C9 Edwards Rd MLT McKay Lecture Theatre D8 Retreat Rd PC People and Culture I7 PE Physical Education I7 R1 Student Residences D11 Osborne St SC Sports Centre H3 SSC Student Services Centre E6 Osborne St Edwards Rd Campus Campus SU Student Union G8 VA Visual Arts E9

BC Business Courtyard J8 LSO La Trobe Sports Oval F5 RC Reunion Court E6 UCF Education Undercroft G9

La Trobe University 13 View answers to frequently asked Ask La Trobe Help Zone questions online or contact the Ground floor, Library (Map: G8) Ask La Trobe Help Zone below for advice about your course, subject La Trobe International Student Services selection or any other questions La Trobe International is a place where about your academic program. international students are always welcome to seek advice, information and support latrobe.edu.au/ask-us on personal and visa issues.

T 1300 La Trobe (1300 528 7623) Level 3, Sylvia Walton Building (SWB) (Map: H7) T 03 9479 1199 T 1800 758 360 (after hours assistance) E [email protected]

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