WELCOME TO WESTERN
Welcome to Western Sydney University The College online Orientation. Orientation is one of the first steps in your Unlimited journey. Take this opportunity to find out more information about your course, learn about the support services we offer, meet some of your academics and fellow students, or just explore your new campus a bit more.
We are committed to providing a high-quality educational experience, and the University community is working together to ensure you are supported in your studies. The quality of your learning will be just as high whether you are studying online or face to face.
To help you learn remotely, many of our support services are available online including the Library, IT, Student Central and Wellbeing Services. Our First Year Experience Coordinators (FYEC) will also be accessible during your studies for academic and course advice.
We look forward to meeting you in your Orientation Session. To ensure you get the most out of your session and are ready to commence your studies, make sure you watch this video.
Redeem your Welcome Pack
Redeem your Welcome Pack to help you settle into your studies. It includes some handy items, including a student diary, academic calendar, face mask, water bottle, a pen and more. If you're eligible, you'll receive an email with your unique discount code so make sure you use it to redeem and for free shipping. Terms, conditions and eligibility criteria apply.
GET THE MOST OUT OF ORIENTATION
1) Take the first step in being ready for The College by accepting your offer and activating your account.
2) Plan your enrolment and watch the video playlist to be guided through the steps of enrolment.
3) Watch the tutorial registration playlist for step-by-step instructions on tutorial registration for The College.
4) Check out the schedule below and attend your orientation session.
5) Apply for your student ID Card.
6) See the many support services Western has to offer to ensure your transition to The College runs smoothly.
7) Find out about our clubs, societies and support services to learn more about life on-campus.
8) Any questions? Contact our Course Information Centre on study@westernsydney.edu.au or 1300 897 669 or chat now.
Acknowledgement of Country
With respect for Aboriginal cultural protocol and out of recognition that its campuses occupy their traditional lands, Western Sydney University acknowledges the Darug, Eora, Dharawal (also referred to as Tharawal) and Wiradjuri peoples and thanks them for their support of its work in their lands in Greater Western Sydney and beyond.
Orientation Sessions
Staying Motivated and Getting the Best Out of Yourself
A recording of this session is available now
Confidence with Career Selection
A recording of this session is available now
Arts
- Diploma in Arts / Bachelor of Arts
- Diploma in Arts / Bachelor of Arts (Interpreting and Translation)
- Diploma in Arts / Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Birth-5/Birth-12)
- Diploma in Arts / Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Primary)
- Diploma in Arts / Bachelor of Arts (Pathway to Teaching Secondary)
- Diploma in Arts Extended – Arts
- Diploma in Arts Extended - Interpreting and Translation
- Diploma in Arts Extended - Pathway to Teaching Birth-5/Birth-12
- Diploma in Arts Extended - Pathway to Teaching Primary
- Diploma in Arts Extended - Pathway to Teaching Secondary
Business
Communication
- Diploma in Communication / Bachelor of Communication
- Diploma in Communication / Bachelor of Creative Industries
- Diploma in Communication / Bachelor of Screen Media (Arts and Production)
- Diploma in Communication Extended – Communication
- Diploma in Communication Extended - Creative Industries
- Diploma in Communication Extended - Screen Media (Arts and Production)
Criminal and Community Justice
Engineering
Foundation Studies - Health Science/Nursing
Health Science
Information and Communications Technology
- Diploma in Information and Communications Technology Extended - Information Systems
- Diploma / Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology
- Diploma in Information and Communications Technology / Bachelor of Information Systems
- Diploma in Information and Communications Technology Extended - ICT
Science
Social Science
- Diploma in Social Science / Bachelor of Humanitarian and Development Studies
- Diploma in Social Science / Bachelor of Social Science
- Diploma in Social Science / Bachelor of Tourism Management
- Diploma in Social Science Extended - Humanitarian and Development Studies
- Diploma in Social Science Extended - Social Science
- Diploma in Social Science Extended - Tourism Management
Social Science (Policing)
Student stores
As part of your preparation for Term 1, you will find out about any items you may be required to purchase to assist you with your Units at your Orientation session and can visit our Student Stores webpage to buy the textbooks, equipment and apparel you need.
International Advising Session
The International Advising session prepares International students with information about our wellbeing services; counselling, disability and welfare. You will learn about how to transition into university life successfully, what is expected of you as a student of Western and how to access the student support services that are readily available.
This orientation session was held on Monday 22 February, 2021. A recording of this session is available now.
IGNITE: Arrive & Thrive
IGNITE: Arrive & Thrive is an interactive Pod designed for new students to complete before their course commences. The Pod IGNITES your passion about your chosen course, helps you to unlock your potential, embrace your diversity, and paves the way for you to transition successfully into higher education.
There are four short, interactive and fun modules to prepare you in your academic journey:
- Module 1 focuses on helping you to build the important skills of resilience, time and organisational management
- Module 2 provides insights into where your chosen course might lead in terms of upskilling or changing your career
- Module 3 equips you with the tools to access cutting-edge digital technologies to thrive in any learning environment
- Module 4 assists you with organising and completing assessments tailored for academic success
The modules are not required to be completed in any particular order, so you are able to choose first what you think would benefit you the most in order to optimise your learning experience.
WE'RE HERE TO ANSWER ALL YOUR QUESTIONS
Accepting Your Offer
To enrol, you need to activate your student account (called your 'WesternAccount'). This account gives you access to all our online services including My Student Records (MySR) – your online student record, the Library, your student email account and more.
You'll need your Western Student ID number (which we emailed to you together with your offer). If you're having problems finding this, chat with us now.
Student Email
Email is the official communication channel at Western Sydney University. We send important information about your enrolment, exams, results etc to your student email account, not by post, so it's important that you check it regularly - every day if you can or at least twice a week. Your student email address is studentid@student.westernsydney.edu.au.
Enrolment
Planning your enrolment
Find your course on the unit guide and choose your units. Not sure what it all means? Contact the course information team on 1300 897 669 or email study@westernsydney.edu.au
Enrol online
Ready to enrol? Login to My Student Records (MySR) and let's get started. This video playlist will guide you through the steps of enrolment in MySR.
Tutorial Registration
Tutorial Registration is how you choose your tutorials (and other classes) and put together your timetable. Allocate+ is the online system used to complete this process. You'll need to make sure you are enrolled in all of your units. After being allocated into your classes, you may be able to swap classes depending on availability.
If you have just completed your enrolment, it may take a couple of hours for your units to appear in Allocate+. Check back later if they do not show up in Allocate+ immediately after enrolment.
Important additional information to do with Tutorial Registration can be viewed on our Tutorial Registration page.
Note: After your timetable is complete, if you have been allocated to an on-campus class and not able to attend due to an underlying health condition, please contact your First Year Experience Coordinator to discuss the options available to you.
Important Dates | T1 2021
Monday, 18 January 2021 - Tutorial registration options available to view only
Monday, 25 January 2021 - Preference Selection Opens
Thursday, 11 February 2021 - Preference Selection Closes
Friday, 12 February 2021 - Tutorial registration opens to make adjustments, based on availability
Student ID Cards
Students can now apply for their Student ID card to be posted to them by following these steps:
- Go to onlineid.westernsydney.edu.au and upload a photo that meets our guidelines.
- Email idcard@westernsydney.edu.au with your photo along with primary and secondary proof of identification.
Please view the getting your new Student ID Card document for photo guidelines and acceptable documentation.
Offshore International Students do not need to undertake the Student ID Card process while overseas. You can get your Student ID Card once you arrive in Australia.
TalkCampus
TalkCampus is a free app that you can download onto your device to talk anonymously to other students from universities and colleges around the world. Access free mental health support, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
TalkCampus is a safe student network that’s all about support. This means you can talk to your peers about exam stress, anxiety, depression and a range of other matters. The app is available in 25 languages including English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Urdu and Bengali.
The TalkCampus app is available for free to all Western students. You can download the app from Google Play or the App Store. To sign up, please use your Western student email address to unlock the app free of charge. For more information, visit the TalkCampus webpage.
Parking on campus
Planning on driving to campus? Get ready with a permit for your upcoming session. We have daily, half-yearly and annual permits available.
Important Dates
Below are the important dates that you need to know for your first teaching session at Western Sydney University. Whether you want to know when the term break is to plan a holiday or organise your final examination study schedule, visit the Session Calendar for a printable version.
Term 1
1 March - 18 April 2021
Term 1: Session 1
31 March 2021
Census Date Term 1
19 April - 25 April 2021
Mid-Term Break
26 April - 30 May 2021
Term 1: Session 2
31 May - 6 June 2021
Exams
7 June - 27 June 2021
Term Break
Term 2
28 June - 8 August 2021
Term 2: Session 1
31 July 2021
Census Date Term 2
9 August - 15 August 2021
Mid-Term Break
16 August - 26 September 2021
Term 2: Session 2
27 September - 3 October 2021
Exams
4 October - 24 October 2021
Term Break
Term 3
25 October - 19 December 2021
Term 3: Session 1
30 November 2021
Census Date Term 3
20 December 2021 - 5 January 2022
Mid-Term Break
6 January - 30 January 2022
Term 3: Session 2
31 January - 6 February 2022
Exams
Student Services
At Western Sydney University, the welfare of our students is our number one priority. That’s why we happily provide multiple support services to ensure your transition to university runs smoothly.
Student Life
As a student at Western Sydney University, you become part of a dynamic, thriving and culturally rich community.
There are diverse opportunities for sport and recreation, entertainment, going out and engaging with the community – both on and off campus. From the ultra-modern and high-tech to more serene, pastoral environments, each of our campuses are different – but all are friendly, multicultural and inclusive.
Our on-campus facilities include libraries, computer laboratories, innovative social learning spaces, wireless internet, cafes, bars, gyms, sporting grounds, tennis courts, and lots of open space to hang out in.
Scholarships
The University offers a range of scholarships exclusively for students at The College.
WE'RE HERE TO ANSWER ALL YOUR QUESTIONS
Explore our campuses
Choose from one of our modern, student-centred and conveniently located campuses. Reach your Unlimited potential.
Nirimba
Nirimba is a leafy green campus combining modern architecture with rolling hills, blue skies and landscaped gardens.
Explore our Nirimba campusBankstown
To realise your unlimited potential, you need great resources and facilities. Western’s Bankstown campus offers you just that.
Explore our Bankstown campusPenrith
Expand your mind. And thrive in the big, wide world with facilities, transport options, and student activities.
Explore our Penrith campus
