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Dear students,  

I hope you're feeling excited for the new academic year ahead.

Last year ended in darkness with the deeply horrifying and tragic events at Bondi. We continue to honour those who lost their lives and support those affected by this unspeakable attack. My hope is that this year brings light, peace and hope to our communities here and afar. We will be working hard to ensure our campuses are safe and welcoming places for all, and that our Jewish students feel valued and heard. All students have a role to play in ensuring an inclusive and safe environment across our campuses, including our classrooms. 

For those who are starting their university journey with us, welcome. I look forward to seeing you on campus for our Semester 1 Welcome Program, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet your educators and fellow peers, find out more about your faculty and school, make new friends through joining clubs and societies and get involved in our broad program of social events and activities.  

The Program begins next Monday 9 February with dedicated orientations for domestic, international, undergraduate and postgraduate students, followed by faculty, school and University-wide welcome events, workshops and activities that will run throughout the first four weeks of the teaching semester.  

For those returning for another year of study, welcome back. I strongly encourage you, too, to get involved in our Welcome Program – especially if you’re moving into a new course or postgraduate study. The Program is your opportunity to meet new peers, re-connect with friends, and set yourself up for success with academic and personal skills workshops.  

Whether you’re new to the University or have been part of our community for some time, I encourage you to get involved in campus life and make the most of the opportunities available to you here. From enhancing your employability with our careers development programs to growing your social circle through our study abroad and co-curricular opportunities, I hope you discover the many wonderful and unique experiences you can have beyond the classroom as a University of Sydney student.  

Enjoy the few weeks before classes start, and I’ll see you on campus at our Welcome Ceremony – your official welcome to the new academic year on Wednesday 18 February.  

Best,  

Joanne  

Professor Joanne Wright  

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education and Students) 

Ensure you're enrolled correctly ✅

Log in to Sydney Student to confirm you're enrolled correctly.

If you're a new student, read our guide to enrolment. And if you're returning for another year of study, ensure you've re-enrolled correctly, even if you made early unit of study selections in 2025.

If you're an international student, make sure you know the study load requirements relating to your student visa. 

If you're a PhD student, familiarise yourself with HDR units of study. 

Access and review your Semester 1 timetable 🕝

Your timetable is now available in Sydney Timetable. Review and make adjustments to your timetable well in advance of the deadline, 11:59 pm on Sunday 8 March. 

Familiarise yourself with the 2026 academic calendar 🗓️

Our key dates page allows you to highlight and filter dates related to your study – including enrolment, fees, intensive sessions and timetables. On this page you'll also find course-specific calendars, cultural events and our 2026 student wall calendar (pdf, 645 KB), where you can view the academic year ahead at a glance. 

Get set up with our digital services 🧑‍💻

Get to know the ICT resources and University systems needed to support your studies, including your Unikey and University email, Canvas and other digital learning resources, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and password management, and Wi-Fi on campus.

Whether you’re new to uni or back for another year, the Welcome Program is your chance to connect, explore campus, and get involved in student life. Even if you’ve attended before, there’s always something new – which is why we’ve put together a guide on why you should attend Welcome this semester (even if you’ve been before).

From tips around budgeting, lifestyle and transport to information about enrolment and key study dates, our guide for new students is your one-stop shop for preparing for university and student life. 

If you're moving to Australia or have just arrived from overseas, here's what you need to know about living and studying in Sydney as an international student.

Visit one of our Student Support @ Campus Connect hubs across Camperdown/Darlington campus and access support on a range of topics including enrolment, credit, fees and timetables. Learn more about support options available to you via the Student Centre and study-related support page.

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

Download SafeZone – a free mobile safety app available across the majority of our campuses. SafeZone enables you to quickly contact Protective Services for emergencies, first aid, or general assistance, and receive important, urgent notifications in the event of an incident or emergency.

Download SafeZone for your Apple or Android device, log in with your student email, and ensure essential permissions are switched on.

Make the most of student life at Sydney with University of Sydney Union (USU), your student union hosting hundreds of clubs and lots of festivals, events, gigs and parties throughout the semester. There’s something happening almost every day, so keep an eye on your student email and the USU Instagram to stay up to date with what’s on.

Most USU events require a free USU membership, so join USU today to avoid missing out! 

Drop by Study Snacks @ CreateSpace for free coffee, tea and snacks, and to meet the Library’s Peer Learning Advisors (PLAs), your go‑to people for study tips, academic support and campus know‑how. It’s the perfect low‑key introduction (or re-introduction!) to study in 2026.

Kick off Semester 1 with one of the biggest parties of the year! The USU Welcome to Sydney Party is your chance to meet new friends, enjoy free food, score drink specials, and dance the night away to a huge mix of hardstyle, EDM, R&B and international pop. This year’s theme shines a spotlight on Aussie hardstyle culture, so come dressed in black or white for maximum vibes!

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