Your Orientation is personalised to suit your individual needs as a student. It is essential to attend as it will help you in being more familiarised with the campus, give you the chance to meet with other students and staff.
O-Week is held on 19-23 February 2024 (Semester 1) and 15-19 July 2024 (Semester 2).
Note: For courses that commence in January or early February, you will be emailed directly to your UWA student email by staff with your personalised orientation schedule. Including students commencing their studies in; Medicine, Dentistry, Optometry, Pharmacy, Social Work, Law and Master of Business Administration (MBA).
Albany Campus O-Day Semester 1 - Wednesday 21 February 10am-1pm. If you are a commencing Albany based student starting your studies at the beginning of 2024, you must attend the orientation session. You will receive an official welcome to the campus by the Director and UWA Guild, campus tour, morning tea, introductions to student life, access and campus card set-up and a Q&A session.
Onboarding Event Dates
Pre-Departure Sessions 2024 (International Students only) (Online via Team)
Join our UWA International Student Support team to receive tips and advice related to you as a new to UWA international student. We encourage you attend one session prior to your arrival in WA. Thursday 15 February 2pm-3pm (AWST). Join the online MS teams call via Meeting ID: 428 019 906 996 and Passcode: FvD6Sx
Enrolment and Timetable Support (all students) (in-person at the Perth, Crawley Campus)
Visit Student Central, Perth Crawley Campus to receive personalised tips and advice from a UniMentor (current UWA student) to help you with navigating the UWA systems, guidance for you as a new to UWA student.
Monday 19 February until Friday 23 February, and Monday 26 February - Friday 1 March 9.30am-4.30pm.
Registration not required. Note: this is drop-in style simply visit Student Central, Perth Crawley Campus during the above times.
Key O-Week Events Semester 1! 19-23 February 2024
Welcome ceremony; Friday 23 February
The Welcome Ceremony will be held for all commencing students on the morning of Friday 23 February at Winthrop Hall, UWA Crawley Campus.
Session 1: 10am-11.30am
Session 2: 11.30am-12.30pm
The ceremony provides a formal welcome to the University by a dignitary and the UWA Guild President. Students also receive a Noongar Welcome to Country.
No registration required.
Course Specific Sessions; Tuesday 20-Friday 23 February
You are encouraged to attend the orientation event that is relevant to your degree-specific major.
Tuesday 20 Feb 9am-2pm: Undergraduate Arts and Law (at Octagon LT), Design and Education (at ALYA Couryard, Design Campus), Business School (at Business School Building)
Wednesday 21 Feb 9am-2pm: Undergraduate Schools of Science (at Prescott Court), Health Sciences (at Patricia Crawford Court), Engineering, Physics, Mathematics and Computing (at grass area outside EZONE).
Thursday 22 Feb 4pm-8.30pm: All postgraduate students
See the planner for more details about each activity.
UWA Residential College specific sessions
If you are new to UWA College Row resident then it is important you attend your College specific orientation activities. You will be emailed directly about these activities.
UWA College Row includes; St Catherine’s College, St George’s College, St Thomas More College, Trinity Residential College and University Hall.
Campus Tours
Join other new students and a UniMentor who is an experienced student from your study area, for a tour of the campus. Held on Tuesday 20-Thursday 22 February.
Guild O-Day; Friday 23 February
Come along on Friday 23 February 11am-3pm to Oak Lawn for the Guild O-Day! Discover all the student clubs and societies you can join, extra-curricular activities on campus and enjoy a range of games, rides, food trucks, giveaways and more.
You can explore the UWA Guild Clubs page here.
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Check out the great services on offer, places to eat and drink around campus.
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950 bus stop
The University of Western AustraliaTransperth's 950 'Superbus' – Perth's highest frequency service – runs to UWA. Every one to four minutes during weekday peak hours, the 950 transports passengers between Morley Busport and QEII via UWA and Perth.
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Arts and Law Student Advising Office
The University of Western AustraliaYour allocated student office is your one-stop shop for your course-related queries. The friendly team can assist with checking your enrolment, creating your study plan and advising on global and extra-curricular experiences to add value to your degree. The student experience team is committed to enabling your success throughout your studies. For office location and opening hours, see ask.UWA.edu.au.
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ATM
The University of Western AustraliaWestpac ATM facility is available in Guild Village.
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Barry J Marshall Library
The University of Western AustraliaThe Barry J Marshall Library is the University's hub for science students and researchers. Named after UWA's Nobel Prize-winning professor, it has sound-proofed study rooms, multimedia suites and a café on site.
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Beasley Law Library
The University of Western AustraliaA branch law library was set up in 1928, one year after the Law School was established. The library has changed over time to increase access to computers (including after-hours access) and additional collaborative working areas.
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Broadway Fair
88 Broadway, NedlandsBroadway Fair is a three-level shopping centre within walking distance of the campus. It's a handy place to pick up your groceries, post items or mail or grab a bite to eat at one of the food vendors.
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Business Student Advising Office
The University of Western AustraliaYour allocated student office is your one-stop shop for your course-related queries. The friendly team can assist with checking your enrolment, creating your study plan and advising on global and extra-curricular experiences to add value to your degree. The student experience team is committed to enabling your success throughout your studies. For office location and opening hours, see ask.UWA.edu.au.
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Catalyst Cafe - Barry J Marshall Library
The University of Western AustraliaInside the Barry J Marshall Library, this café offers a variety of food and drinks, including specialty cold-brew coffee.
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College Row
The University of Western AustraliaCollectively known as College Row, UWA’s five residential colleges are directly opposite the University and provide students with a world-class living and learning environment.
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Design and Education Student Advising Office
The University of Western AustraliaYour allocated student office is your one-stop shop for your course-related queries. The friendly team can assist with checking your enrolment, creating your study plan and advising on global and extra-curricular experiences to add value to your degree. The student experience team is committed to enabling your success throughout your studies. For office location and opening hours, see ask.UWA.edu.au.
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EDFAA Library
The University of Western AustraliaThe Education, Fine Arts and Arcihtecture (EDFAA) Library was re-opened in February 2012, designed by UWA graduate Honey Hiranandani. The facility includes group study rooms with multimedia equipment for student collaboration, a teaching room for flexible learning and technology for self-service loans.
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Engineering and Mathematics Student Advising Office
The University of Western AustraliaYour allocated student office is your one-stop shop for your course-related queries. The friendly team can assist with checking your enrolment, creating your study plan and advising on global and extra-curricular experiences to add value to your degree. The student experience team is committed to enabling your success throughout your studies. For office location and opening hours, see ask.UWA.edu.au.
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Guild Secondhand Bookshop
The University of Western AustraliaThis is a great place to find bargain books or make quick cash on textbooks you no longer need (or want). Stop by to peruse the ever-growing selection of text books.
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Guild Village
Guild VillageGuild Village is the heart and soul of campus life at UWA with the Guild Student Centre, cafés, food trucks, student services, shops and club activities in one lively area.
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Hackett Cafe
The University of Western AustraliaLocated near Winthrop Hall, Hackett offers affordable sandwiches and brunch options.
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Health and Medical Sciences Student Advising Office
The University of Western AustraliaYour allocated student office is your one-stop shop for your course-related queries. The friendly team can assist with checking your enrolment, creating your study plan and advising on global and extra-curricular experiences to add value to your degree. The student experience team is committed to enabling your success throughout your studies. For office location and opening hours, see ask.UWA.edu.au.
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IGA Xpress
The University of Western AustraliaGetting to uni early or staying late to study? The IGA Xpress has you covered. It's a handy place to pick up your groceries, or grab a bite to eat and is conveniently located in the Guild Village.
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J Robin Warren Library
Monash AvenueThe J Robin Warren Library is located on Monash Avenue next to the Oral Health Centre of Western Australia and Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre. The space was recently refurbished, with an emphasis on collaborative study and expanded e-learning capabilities.
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James Oval
The University of Western AustraliaJames Oval is the largest oval on campus and home to sporting matches and uni events throughout the year.
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Medical Centre
The University of Western AustraliaThe Medical Centre is a fully equipped and accredited health service providing safe, high-quality and confidential health care to UWA students and staff.
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Nedlands Cafe - EDFAA
The University of Western AustraliaStudying architecture or education? The Nedlands Café will be your one-stop shop for food and drinks.
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Oak Lawn
The University of Western AustraliaThe Oak Lawn is a popular grassy area near Guild Village with heaps of space to relax with friends in the sun. Grab a picnic bench and enjoy the various food trucks available during semester.
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Octagon Theatre
The University of Western AustraliaThe Octagon Theatre is a contemporary yet intimate thrust stage venue that is home to diverse performances, such as opera, classical and popular music, dance, theatre, stand-up comedy and seminars.
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Prescott Court
The University of Western AustraliaA lush, green space ideal for a picnic lunch or grabbing some sunshine between lectures.
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QEII
The University of Western AustraliaThe Queen Elizabeth II Medical Centre is home to the Faculty of Heath and Medical Sciences, as well as the Oral Health Care Centre of WA and Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital – a progressive, fully accredited teaching hospital.
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Quobba Gnarning - Reid Library
The University of Western AustraliaWith a name meaning 'good food', Quobba Gnarning focuses on providing fresh and healthy meals near Reid Library study areas.
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Reid Library
The University of Western AustraliaNamed after Sir Alexander Reid (UWA Chancellor 1956-1968), the newly renovated library is the largest academic library in WA, holding more than a million books. Recent works doubled the collaborative student spaces and upgraded the facilities, technology and services on offer. There's also a new café and study skills drop-in sessions with the Student Services team.
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Riley Oval
The University of Western AustraliaRiley Oval is at the northern side of The University Club of Western Australia and hosts various sporting activities and social events year-round.
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Science Student Advising Office
The University of Western AustraliaYour allocated student office is your one-stop shop for your course-related queries. The friendly team can assist with checking your enrolment, creating your study plan and advising on global and extra-curricular experiences to add value to your degree. The student experience team is committed to enabling your success throughout your studies. For office location and opening hours, see ask.UWA.edu.au.
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Somerville Auditorium
The University of Western AustraliaNamed for William Somerville’s idea to create an open-air auditorium resembling a ‘cathedral of trees’, the picturesque venue is used to showcase the best world cinema at the annual Perth Festival.
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Student Central
The University of Western AustraliaNeed some help? Admissions, Future Students, Student Administration, the Global Learning Office and Transition Services are all located right here.
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Sunken Garden
The University of Western AustraliaThe Sunken Garden is a beloved feature of the stunning campus, featuring an amphitheatre with gardens, ponds and terraced lawns.
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The Refectory
The University of Western AustraliaFound in the Guild Village, the Refectory has a range of food and drink choices close to the Oak Lawn.
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Tropical Grove
The University of Western AustraliaThe Tropical Grove is an intimate, shaded area surrounded by trees and shrubs. Take a book or enjoy a coffee in the tranquil space.
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UniPark
The University of Western AustraliaNeed help with parking on campus? Visit UniPark to discuss parking permits, daily tickets and for all payments and advice related to UWA parking.
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UWA Sport
The University of Western AustraliaUWA Sport offers high-quality sport, fitness and recreation facilities, as well as services and programs to students, staff, graduates and the community. Join in with a social sporting competition or sign up to a group fitness class.
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UWA Student Guild
The University of Western AustraliaThe UWA Student Guild provides academic, financial and welfare support; offers volunteering and leadership opportunities; and organises diverse and exciting events on campus.
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Wigmore Music Library
The University of Western AustraliaThe Wigmore Music Library is an open space with discussion rooms and areas for informal study. The library collection includes scores, performing editions of musical works, sound recordings, DVDs, videos and music reference books.
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Winthrop Hall
The University of Western AustraliaThe Hall is one of the Hackett Memorial Buildings funded by a bequest from the first Chancellor of the University, Sir John Winthrop Hackett. It features a Clock Tower, a glazed terracotta gryphon’s frieze that circles the building just under the roof eaves, an undercroft and a reflection pool at the front.
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