Personalised for LOCAL students.
Local student means; you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder.
Personalised for INTERNATIONAL students.
International student means; you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder.

Student Orientation

Make a successful transition to studying in Melbourne by attending our orientation programs.

Get to know your campus better and make new friends.

Our Student Life at Melbourne Polytechnic (SLAM) team runs a number of orientation and social activities to introduce students to the Melbourne Polytechnic community.

The International Student Welcome Day and Orientation programs give International students a chance to get accustomed to all the services and contacts available

It is compulsory for International students to attend the International Students Welcome Day and your Course Specific Orientation to help you get familiar with study and life at Melbourne Polytechnic.

The SLAM team are here to help during your learning journey. We will be on your campus on your first day to welcome you, help you find your classroom and answer the questions that many new students have.

Attending your orientation will help you get familiar with your campus, the services and support available to you during study and other important information you might need to know. 

For students learning remotely, the SLAM team run online events and webinars, be sure to check out the SLAM Facebook and Instagram to learn more.

Get to know your SLAM team: 

International students might also like to check out the Melbourne Polytechnic International Office Facebook page for upcoming events and stories from around campus.