Semester 1 and
Trimester 1
Welcome Week

Wollotuka Orientation 2026

10:00am - 1:00pm Wollotuka Institute • Birabahn, Newcastle Callaghan

Calling all Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students! Kickstart your uni journey with a warm welcome at The Wollotuka Institute - your home away from home. Join us for a morning of connection, course-specific yarns, and support to help you settle in and thrive. Can't make it? Our door's always open - come by anytime!

Newcastle International Student Welcome Event

10:00am - 12:00pm CT202 • CT Building, Newcastle Callaghan

A must for newly arrived international students. Kick-start your journey at the University of Newcastle with our International Student Orientation Session-meet peers, explore campus resources, talk to service providers and get essential guidance for settling into life in Australia.

Bachelor of Design (Architecture) & Bachelor of Construction Management (Building) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ADS209 • Architecture Design Studio, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master of Construction Management (Professional) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm BSC126 • Building Science, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master of Architecture - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ADS102 • Architecture Design Studio, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering & Bachelor of Renewable Energy Engineering - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm Engineering Precinct • Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome! This is your chance to meet the academics whoÕll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. YouÕll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. YouÕll also be joining your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Environmental Engineering, and Bachelor of Mining Engineering (Transfer) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm Engineering Precinct • Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome! This is your chance to meet the academics whoÕll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. YouÕll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. YouÕll also be joining your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master of Materials Science & Engineering - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm Engineering Precinct • Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome! This is your chance to meet the academics whoÕll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. YouÕll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. YouÕll also be joining your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering, and Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm Engineering Precinct • Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome! This is your chance to meet the academics whoÕll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. YouÕll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. YouÕll also be joining your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Bachelor of Medical Engineering, and Bachelor of Computer Systems Engineering - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm Engineering Precinct • Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome! This is your chance to meet the academics whoÕll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. YouÕll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. YouÕll also be joining your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master of Professional Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electronic & Electrical, and Geospatial & Surveying) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm Engineering Precinct • Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome! This is your chance to meet the academics whoÕll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. YouÕll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. YouÕll also be joining your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Coastal & Marine Science - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm G101 • Earth Sciences, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Environmental Science & Management - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm PG08 • Physics Building, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Biotechnology - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm SB107 • Science Building, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Science + Advanced - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm STHG01 • Science Theatre, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community. For combined students - please note there is another session happening at 1:00pm if you are unable to make this time.

Bachelor of Science + Advanced - Program Welcome Session

1:00pm - 2:00pm STHG01 • Science Theatre, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. For combined students - please note there is another session happening at 9:30am if you are unable to make this time.

Bachelor of Mathematics + Advanced - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm V101 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Information Technology, and Bachelor of Software Engineering - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ES305 • ES Building, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master & Graduate Certificate in Information Technology - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ES105 • ES Building, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Applied Data Science - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm EE108 • Engineering E, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master of Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, and Master & Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm EA101 • EA Building, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor and Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science - Program Welcome Session

1:30pm - 2:30pm VG07 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

All Diplomas - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm GP201 • The Beryl Nashar Building (GP), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Education (Primary) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm GP101 • The Beryl Nashar Building (GP), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Education (Secondary) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm V107 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood & Primary) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm V205 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master & Graduate Certificate in Education - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm V106 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master of Leadership and Management in Education - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm V104 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Arts - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm SRG09 • Social Science, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Social Science - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm SRG01 • Social Science, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master & Graduate Certificate in Social Change & Development - Program Welcome Session

1:00pm - 2:00pm SRG02 • Social Science, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin.

Bachelor of Development Studies - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm SRG03 • Social Science, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master & Graduate Certificate in Public Health - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm W105 • Behavioural Science, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community. This session welcomes all students in programs combined with the Master of Public Health

Bachelor of Biomedical Science - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 11:30am VG07 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Pharmacy - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm W238 • Behavioural Science, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master & Graduate Certificate in Laboratory Medicine - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ICT214 • Health Education Research Building (ICT), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm VG10 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Master of Exercise Physiology - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm V109 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Diagnostic Radiography) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm MS202 • Medical Sciences, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm LSTH100 • Life Science Theatre, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm VG01 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Speech Pathology - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm VG02 • The Griffith Duncan Building (V), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Radiation Therapy) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ICT331 • Health Education Research Building (ICT), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ICT340 • Health Education Research Building (ICT), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Medical Radiation Science (Nuclear Medicine) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ICT356 • Health Education Research Building (ICT), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ICT213 • Health Education Research Building (ICT), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Nursing - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm The Great Hall • The Great Hall, Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Bachelor of Midwifery & Master of Midwifery (Graduate Entry) - Program Welcome Session

9:30am - 12:30pm ICT218 • Health Education Research Building (ICT), Newcastle Callaghan

Kick off your university journey with our Program Welcome Session! This is your chance to meet the academics who'll be teaching you, get a clear picture of what your program is all about, and learn the essentials for succeeding at the University of Newcastle. You'll also get practical insights into uni life, key tips to help you feel confident starting out, and the opportunity to ask any questions before classes begin. After the session, you'll join your wider cohort for activities designed to help you connect, settle in, and start building your new community.

Open Foundation Welcome Session - Callaghan

9:30am - 10:30am CT202 • CT Building, Newcastle Callaghan

Join us as we welcome you to the University and give you a brief rundown of the basics of being a successful university student. Learn about all things Open Foundation & PALS support services, meet the team, get involved with the PALS Panel Q&A, and score some great Prizes and Giveaways! This session is for Open Foundation students based at Callaghan

Diploma & Open Foundation Enrolment Support - Callaghan

11:00am - 12:00pm GP Ground Floor • The Beryl Nashar Building (GP), Newcastle Callaghan

Need a hand planning your courses, enrolling, or making sense of your Program Planner? Drop in and chat with our Pathways team to get enrolment advice and learn about the support available to you throughout your Open Foundation or Diploma studies.

Postgrad Student Breakfast

8:30am - 10:00am Local Connections • Shortland Building, Newcastle Callaghan

Are you a new or returning postgraduate student looking to socialise and make new friends? Postgrad study can be quite different to undergrad study, so it's great to connect with other students who are on the same journey and find community early on. Come along and catch up with other postgrad students over breakfast! All postgrads are welcome, including both Higher Degree Research and Coursework students, as well as Honours students and anyone else looking to make connections. Let's have a chat, grab some food and make a few new friends to kick off 2026! Hosted in partnership between UNSA and Graduate Research. For catering purposes, please register if you wish to attend.