Orientation
Orientation encompasses programming for students new to QUT and there are plenty of opportunities to connect with peers, QUT staff, student clubs and development opportunities on campus and online.
Orientation is a great time to:
- attend Welcome Week events, workshops and seminars
- explore QUT's huge range of student clubs and societies
- find out about opportunities to play sport at QUT, including esports.
Accepted your offer? Log in to HiQ to start your orientation.
Have you accepted your QTAC offer?
What you need to know about responding to your QTAC offer.
Need help?
HiQ is your first stop to find information about anything at QUT.
Call us, email us, or chat to us online.
Get social
Check out our Welcome Week highlights reel and join our Facebook community to connect with new students who are also starting their university journey.
Register for orientation activities
You may need your QUT student login details to register for some of these events.
7 July
Non-School Leaver Welcome Session
Are you aged 21 or over and returning to study in 2026? Learn practical strategies to help you build resilience, manage stress and maintain a healthy work, life and study balance.
When: 10:30am 7 July
Where: GP-P-512, Gardens Point Campus
8 - 9 July
KickSTART Semester Two, 2026
KickSTART your life at university from Wednesday 8 July to Thursday 9 July 2026. Get to know other commencing QUT students and learn about the various services, programs and resources available to help you succeed at university!
Where: QUT Gardens Point & Kelvin Grove Campuses
Prepare for university
Make sure you have everything you need to start your study.
Financial or personal support
Whether you’re the first in your family to attend university, experiencing financial hardship, or want a bit of guidance to help you study at your full potential, we can help.
Studying effectively
Learn how to manage your time, lower your stress levels and find the support you need for your university life.
Campus life and sport
We have clubs, sports and events that you can be involved in to make the most of your university experience.
Clubs at QUT
Events
Join us at Orientation Week and other flagship QUT events.
Sport
Playing recreational or competitive sport is a great way to meet people and keep fit.
Get involved
Learn how you can make the most of your university experience.
Understanding your course
Once you're accepted your offer, you can enrol in your course.
Courses
Your course is the degree or award you are enrolled in, like a Bachelor of Business. It's also identified by a code, such as BS05. Courses are made up of units.
Units
Units are individual subjects you enrol in each semester. They're identifiable by a name and a code, such as BSB110 Accounting.
Classes
Each semester, you'll need to register for and attend classes for each of the units you have enrolled in. You need to enrol in your units before you can register for classes.
International students
As an international student at QUT, you will have access to Orientation events and activities to help you get involved in university life, meet local students, join clubs and societies, and learn more about your QUT campus.
If you need assistance with accommodation, language and learning support, counselling, disability or medical support or financial advice, our dedicated support services team are available throughout your study journey.
Orientation & Welcome Week
Welcome to QUT! We’re so excited to welcome you to the QUT community.
Orientation and Welcome Week are your chance to connect with other new QUT students, QUT staff, student clubs and so much more – both on campus and online.
Take your pick of events and activities:
- Attend Welcome Week events, workshops and seminars
- Explore QUT’s huge range of student clubs and societies
- Find out about opportunities to play sport at QUT, including esports.
Accepted your offer and ready to go? Log in to HiQ to start your orientation.
All about HiQ
HiQ is your first stop to find information about anything at QUT.
Call us, email us, or chat to us online.
Need help with your QTAC offer?
Everything you need to know about your QTAC offer.
Register for orientation activities
You may need your QUT student login details to register for some of these events.
7 July
Non-School Leaver Welcome Session
Are you aged 21 or over and returning to study in 2026? Learn practical strategies to help you build resilience, manage stress and maintain a healthy work, life and study balance.
When: 10:30am 7 July
Where: GP-P-512, Gardens Point Campus
8 - 9 July
KickSTART Semester Two, 2026
KickSTART your life at university from Wednesday 8 July to Thursday 9 July 2026. Get to know other commencing QUT students and learn about the various services, programs and resources available to help you succeed at university!
Where: QUT Gardens Point & Kelvin Grove Campuses
Prepare for university
Make sure you have everything you need to start your study.
Financial or personal support
Whether you’re the first in your family to attend university, experiencing financial hardship, or want a bit of guidance to help you study at your full potential, we can help.
Studying effectively
Learn how to manage your time, lower your stress levels and find the support you need for your university life.
Campus life and sport
We have clubs, sports and events that you can be involved in to make the most of your university experience.
Clubs at QUT
Events
Join us at Orientation Week and other flagship QUT events.
Sport
Playing recreational or competitive sport is a great way to meet people and keep fit.
Get involved
Learn how you can make the most of your university experience.
Understanding your course
Once you're accepted your offer, you can enrol in your course.
Courses
Your course is the degree or award you are enrolled in, like a Bachelor of Business. It's also identified by a code, such as BS05. Courses are made up of units.
Units
Units are individual subjects you enrol in each semester. They're identifiable by a name and a code, such as BSB110 Accounting.
Classes
Each semester, you'll need to register for and attend classes for each of the units you have enrolled in. You need to enrol in your units before you can register for classes.
International students
As an international student at QUT, you will have access to Orientation events and activities to help you get involved in university life, meet local students, join clubs and societies, and learn more about your QUT campus.
If you need assistance with accommodation, language and learning support, counselling, disability or medical support or financial advice, our dedicated support services team are available throughout your study journey.