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Ensure your personal details are up to date ✅

It's important we have the correct contact information for you in case of an emergency. You can update your personal and contact information, including your mobile number, residential address, personal email address, and emergency contact details, in Sydney Student.

Check your financial statement in Sydney Student 💻

Find out how to pay your fees in Sydney Student. Your financial statement lists each unit of study you're enrolled in for that payment period. 

Take note of Census date 🗓️

It's important to stay on track with your study and assessment tasks before the census date, Tuesday 31 March 2026. Census date is the last date you will be able to finalise or withdraw from any units of study without it affecting your grades or being financially liable for units of study.

You should also regularly check your student email for important updates from your unit of study coordinators. If you need any personal, academic or learning support, visit the student life, wellbeing and support page.

Browse our Welcome Planner and register for events ✍️

Our Welcome Program has now begun, so there's no better time to check out the Welcome Planner and register for events. From fun social events to information sessions and workshops to help you prepare for semester, there's something for all students during Welcome. 

Our Welcome Program is packed with essential orientation sessions for new students, helpful workshops and info sessions for returning students, and plenty of social events for everyone. We’ve put together a guide to help you make the most of Welcome in 2026, so you can start the year feeling confident and connected.

Celebrate the start of semester with 50% off selected University of Sydney hoodies, crew necks and tees at USYD stores on campus this Welcome. From Monday 16 February, current students can shop in store during Semester 1 Welcome and rep the Uni with pride – while stocks last. A valid student ID is required, with a limit of two eligible items per transaction.

New to Sydney or starting your studies in Australia? International Welcome is your chance to get oriented, meet other international students, and start building connections on campus. From helpful sessions to social events, this program is designed to help you settle in and feel at home at the University of Sydney from day one.

Last week, we checked in to see what you’re most excited about for Welcome – and it’s all about connection. Making new friends, catching up with familiar faces, joining clubs and societies and scoring some freebies were top of the list. This week, we want to know what you want to see more of at Welcome. Sound off below!

We are experiencing a high volume of demand for some of our units of study. Our teams are working to provide students with details regarding their timetable as a priority. However, there may be a short delay as we work to accommodate the needs of all our students in advance of the start of semester. We'll continue to keep you updated. Further information is on the Class timetables webpage. If you have any concerns or need tailored enrolment support, please contact the Student Centre. 

For more information on important study dates, check out our key dates page.

Whether you’re stepping onto campus for the first time or coming back for another year, the Library is here to help you discover, grow and stay connected throughout your student journey. With 15 locations across campus, including Learning Hubs and TechSpaces, there’s a Library space for you.

Keep an eye out for the Library marquee during Welcome to learn more about how the Library can support your studies (and maybe score some free merch!). You can also explore Library events and workshops running for Welcome via the Library Welcome homepage.

Looking to meet new people and get moving during Welcome? Head along to Sydney Uni Sport's (SUS) Social Sport Fun Day where you can try indoor sports and activities in a friendly, low‑pressure environment. It’s a great way to break the ice, have some fun between classes and see what social sport at Sydney is all about.

Explore Sydney with USU Welcome to Sydney Day Trips and discover iconic spots while meeting new friends along the way. Trips run for 3–5 hours and include a friendly student volunteer guide. You can also join a USU Campus Tour to get your bearings, learn the best campus spots, and start semester feeling confident. Registration and USU membership is essential!

Party at Manning returns with three themed parties to start semester at Manning Bar! Rodeo Roundup (18 Feb), Back to 2016 (25 Feb) and Let’s Get Wiggy (4 Mar). It’s the perfect way to start your semester, make new friends, and get your boogie on. As a student, you can score discounted tickets, with bundle deals available (two for $17 or all three for $25). 

Exhibition logo by Emma Pham

Looking to explore campus beyond the classroom? Verge Gallery is our very own contemporary art space on campus, presenting exhibitions and programs that support student creativity and learning. This Welcome, Verge Gallery and PULP Magazine present How to dismantle the world (and still feel good about yourself in the morning), featuring work by student and alumni artists and writers. 

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