Semester 1 O Week Events

Enjoy your start to uni life by engaging in the three elements of Orientation: 

• Complete How2RMIT – an online onboarding module designed to help you get set up and prepared for RMIT life.
• Attend your program induction – Learn about your program structure and requirements, meet academic staff, peers and more. You’ll be auto registered so check your RMIT email for your confirmation.
• Go to O Week events – Explore campus, meet other students and enjoy tours, free food and connect with support services while personalising your own orientation experience

While not always mandatory, we highly recommend you participate fully in Orientation. The many activities and experiences are a rite-of-passage for new students and can help you experience all the vibrant RMIT community has to offer. Plus, it’s a great way to meet new people and make friends.

 Additionally, Orientation is the time where you’ll receive essential information and support to help you settle in and succeed from day one.

How2RMIT is an online onboarding module that gives you a complete overview of RMIT’s systems, support services, facilities, and more. It’s a one-stop source of all the information you’ll need to set yourself up for study and life at RMIT.

The module is conveniently located on your Canvas dashboard and can be completed in your own time. You’ll also be able to re-visit the information whenever you need it.

Most sessions are delivered in person however some program inductions are available in online or hybrid delivery format.

O Week is designed for enrolled students. However, we recognise that some students may need or prefer to attend with a support person, and you are welcome to do so. If a friend or family member is acting as your support person, they are also welcome.

If you need advice or additional support, please contact Student Connect.

• Please bring your phone to show your Orientation registration confirmation email with your QR code.
• Bring your student card (you can order a card online here) and valid legal identification (e.g. drivers’ licence, passport) 
• Remember to check the weather before attending and dress appropriately and wear comfortable shoes!
• If you’re an international student and you want to set up an Australian bank account with the banking representatives who’ll be attending O Week events, remember to bring your confirmation of enrolment (CoE)

Free earplugs are available from the Welcome Hub at City campus, Building 8, Level 4, Room 11 (Megaflex 1), and you can register for sensory friendly campus tours.

Please ensure you add activities to your Orientation registration so we can capture your requirements. When you’re on campus for Orientation events, head to the Welcome Hub at the City campus, Building 8, Level 4, Room 13 (Megaflex 3) for information and accessibility support.

When you’re on campus for Orientation events, head to the Welcome Hub at the City campus, Building 8, Level 4, Room 13 (Megaflex 3) for information.

Student Connect is the place to go for any queries related to enrolment, course information, fees, timetables, wellbeing support and more. You can submit a query online, ask the Chat, or visit in person at each campus.

There are several calming, inclusive and neuroaffirming spaces across our campuses.

City campus

• Snooze lounge: Building 80, level 03, room 13
• Women’s room: Building 10, level 05, room 62 
• Queer space: Building 05, level 01, room 7
• Sensory Friendly Space: Building 12, level 05, room 104

Carlton North

• Neuro-affirming room: Building 56, level 04, room 91 
• Women’s room: Building 56, level 04, room 92

Brunswick

• Women's room: Building 514, level 02, room 003
• Queer space: Building 514, level 02, room 03A

When you’re on campus for Orientation events, head to the Welcome Hub at the City campus in Building 8, Level 4, Room 13 (Megaflex 3) where you can collect free earplugs and chat to the team for more information.

Yes, RMIT students have access to free WiFi on campus. Learn how to set it up here.