We know UQ is big place to navigate, so let us help you get off to a great start.

In this information session, you'll gain an overview of your studies in the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences, including information about your School and studying at UQ.

Orientation program

Registration9:15am

Welcome from HMBS Faculty Executive Leadership

Interactive activities where you can meet your peers

Panel Q&A session with current students

Tips for academic success from a learning advisor

10:00am
Mini expo where you can find out more about UQ11:30am

Who should attend?

This session is recommended for all students joining the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences, including:

  1. Commencing undergraduate and high-school leavers;
  2. Students who have already studied at UQ, and are commencing a postgraduate program;
  3. Students who:
    • Have had a long break (more than 2 years) between formal study
    • Are not recnet high-school leavers
    • In different life stages, or have additional commitments to study, such as employment, or parenting/caring duties, or
    • Are already qualified i one field but are pursuing a career change

About HMBS Orientation

Orientation Week (O-Week) is a program of social and academic activities designed to introduce students to life and study at UQ. 

In addition to your program orientation session, be sure to also register for a faculty orientation session, to ensure you have all the right information and tools you need to succeed at UQ. It will also be a great opportunity to meet some like-minded students from throughout Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences, and understand how the faculty can support you in your journey. 

Click on your preferred faculty Orientation session below for full event details and a registration link (both sessions below will deliver the same content);

 Friday, 21 February 2025 - 10:00am to 12:30pm (please arrive from 9:15am)

 Friday, 21 February 2025 - 2:00pm to 4:30pm (please arrive from 1:15pm)

 UQ Centre (27a), Union Road

Venue

Building (27a), Union Road, St Lucia
Room: 
UQ Centre