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Welcome to Flinders!

Congratulations on commencing study at Flinders University in 2026. We’re thrilled to help you get started. Orientation is an important time that will prepare you for your first year of study.

This site provides you with information you need to know before you start studying, including details about our Orientation Program.

Starting university is an exciting experience. It’s a chance to follow your passion, make new friends and learn new skills, all while on the path to your chosen career.

During O'Week and Connect Week, there are many events for you to help you be successful in your studies. Click on the Events Planner below to find and register for sessions. Watch the following video guide to use the planner.

Orientation Events Planner

^{Finding Your Way at Flinders}

Finding Your Way at Flinders is our online orientation topic and is designed to help set you up for success.

The perfect orientation resource to get started with your studies, navigate through the Flinders Learning Online (FLO) platform and learn the ropes here at Flinders.

Finding Your Way at Flinders

Commencing your studies as a Flinders Online student? Visit our Online Orientation page to get familiar with our online learning environment and learn what services are available to support you.

Meet new people, learn more about Flinders and your course and get ready to study.

23-27 February 2026

O'Week

Connect with students and staff and get involved in university life.

2-6 March 2026

Connect Week

Welcome Hub

Visit the Welcome Hub on campus and say hello to our friendly student ambassador team! They can answer your questions and help you find your way around. Just look for the people in the yellow Student Ambassador T-shirts.

Bedford Park Campus - Student Hub building, Ground Floor
Monday 23 February to Friday 6 March

City Campus - Level 1 Foyer
Monday 23 February to Friday 6 March

Tonsley - Ground Floor
Tuesday 24 February 9am - 2pm

Flinders Medical Centre
Tuesday 24 February 11am - 3pm

Sturt Precinct - Courtyard
Wednesday 25 February & Thursday 26 February