WELCOME TO ORIENTATION
Welcome to Western Sydney University’s online Autumn 2021 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 virtually explore your new campus a bit more.
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.
Welcome Month Schedule
Be sure to check out our jam-packed Welcome Month schedule of activities where you can register for helpful workshops, social and sporting events and network with other students.
Online Short Courses (Undergraduate Certificate) Students
This orientation session will be held:
Tuesday, 23 February 2021 | 5:30pm - 6:30pm AEST
Academic Orientation Sessions
Immerse yourself in a number of informative presentations. This is your opportunity to meet your future lecturers and learn more about your course structure, expectations and the support services available.
Tuesday, 23 February
Wednesday, 24 February
Thursday, 25 February
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.
Getting started
You're at the start of one of the most memorable periods of your life. Besides the many friends to be made, social life and other university mainstays, your time at university will challenge you, inspire you and most of all prepare you to take on any challenge you may face.
It is important that you enrol into your units and register for your tutorials. See the information below to get started now.
Enrolment
Enrolling is the first and most important thing you need to do when starting at Western Sydney University. You need to complete your enrolment in My Student Records (MySR).
International Students
Before enrolling, International Students must accept their offer and activate their account. Please view the How to Accept page for step by step instructions.
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.
Autumn Session 2021
Monday, 11 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.
International
If you're an International Student and need to speak with someone about how to accept your offer, pay your fees, how to enrol or registering for tutorials, you can chat with us now or get in contact on +61 2 9852 5499 or email internationalstudy@westernsydney.edu.au.
WE'RE HERE TO ANSWER ALL YOUR QUESTIONS
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 goes 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
Western offers over $25 million in scholarships every year. Explore our range of scholarships that reward academic excellence, leadership and community involvement, and support motivated students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Scholarships are not only available to high achievers, but cover a broad range of criteria including those with long-term family difficulties, people from rural or remote areas, course selection and community involvement initiatives.
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.
Parramatta South
Western’s Parramatta campus offers cutting-edge facilities and technology. Gives you access to world-class academics.
Explore our Parramatta South campusParramatta City
Our brand new Parramatta City campus is home to state-of-the-art learning facilities and unique study spaces.
Explore our Parramatta City campusLiverpool City
Liverpool City Campus is our brand new, state-of-the-art campus. Its facilities, transport options, and student activities are just as impressive.
Explore our Liverpool campusBankstown
To realise your unlimited potential, you need great resources and facilities. Western’s Bankstown campus offers you just that.
Explore our Bankstown campusCampbelltown
Campbelltown campus is close to everything that’s great about Western Sydney fantastic cafes and world-class facilities.
Explore our Campbelltown campusHawkesbury
Hawkesbury campus gives you access to cutting-edge facilities. Allows you to enrich your mind and get your hands dirty.
Explore our Hawkesbury campusPenrith
Expand your mind. And thrive in the big, wide world with facilities, transport options, and student activities.
Explore our Penrith campusNirimba
Nirimba is a leafy green campus combining modern architecture with rolling hills, blue skies and landscaped gardens.
Explore our Nirimba campusSydney Olympic Park
Sydney Olympic Park campus is in the heart of Sydney's famous Olympic precinct.
Explore our Sydney Olympic Park campusSydney City
Our brand new Sydney City Campus brings the same Western Sydney University experience to the heart of Sydney city.
Explore our Sydney City campus
