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Access and review your Semester 1 timetable

Your class timetable is now available in Sydney Timetable. You can review and adjust your timetable until 11:59 pm on Sunday 9 March. 

Explore Canvas

Canvas is our online learning platform, where you'll find your unit of study outline, learning resources such as lecture notes and recordings, and activities including quizzes. Log in to Canvas to view your units of study, compulsory modules and to set your notification preferences. 

Complete the compulsory Academic Honesty Education Module (AHEM) on Canvas

If you're a new undergraduate or postgraduate coursework student, you're required to complete the Academic Honesty Education Module on Canvas before census date, 31 March 2025. The module takes you through your academic responsibilities – taking part in your education in an honest and authentic manner. 

If you're required to complete AHEM this semester, you'll be automatically enrolled on Canvas.

Familiarise yourself with your student responsibilities

It's everyone's responsibility to foster a safe and inclusive environment on campus. Familiarise yourself with our University values and student expectations via the Engaging with Civility module on Canvas, and ensure you know your rights and responsibilities around freedom of expression at the University.

Discover the Library

Our libraries, tech spaces, and learning hubs offer more than just a place to study. They're venues for workshops, social events, and academic support. Explore our Library and everything it has to offer. 

Kick-off the festivities by attending our Welcome Ceremony, your official welcome to USYD. The Ceremony takes place in the iconic Great Hall (pictured above) from 10 am on Wednesday 19 February, but you can arrive at 9 am for a free breakfast and to score your free commemorative Welcome t-shirt (while stocks last).

Celebrate rich Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island culture, meet your student representatives and University leaders, and hear from Eddie Woo, Australia’s most famous maths teacher, in a special keynote address. 

In last week's Student News poll about Welcome Fest, 43% of you told us that you were excited about making new friends (or seeing old ones!), 22% told us you were keen on getting all the freebies, 21% were excited to join clubs and societies, and 12% were looking forward to getting to know their Faculty/School! 

Welcome Fest (19–21 February) is your opportunity to do all of the above and so much more! From free food and hundreds of club and society stalls, to a movie night under the stars and silent disco, there's plenty to enjoy day and night on campus. 

Not sure where to start? Check out our ultimate guide to Welcome Fest, which will help you plan your time and hit all the must-dos.

Welcome Fest is the best time to join a club or society! Becoming a member of a university group is a great way to meet new people, find new interests and get involved in student life on campus.

Need more convincing? Here are five reasons you should join a club or society at USYD.

Take advantage of quiet hour from 9–10 am, visit our quiet rooms or relax in our shaded chill-out zones across campus.

There are also plenty of ways to beat the heat – refill your bottle at our water stations and pick up free sun-smart merch, including umbrellas, sunnies and sunscreen, throughout campus. 

Our friendly Student Life Ambassadors (SLAs) at info booths across campus can help you find your way. Access the Welcome Fest map (pictured below) on USU's Welcome Fest page and follow the wayfinding on campus so you don't miss a thing! 

For Welcome Fest and beyond, you can also access our campus map online or on the Student Portal.

To celebrate a decade of marching in the Sydney Mardi Gras parade, we're giving away 10 pride tote bags! All you have to do is head to the pride tote post on the University of Sydney Instagram and tell us in 25 words or less what you're most looking forward to at this year's Mardi Gras.

The tote features an original artwork by current student Siena Bhuiyan (Mooxy), titled 'Sparks of Hope into Flames of Pride'. 

You can now contact the National Student Ombudsman

The National Student Ombudsman (NSO), launched on 1 February 2025, is a free, impartial and independent service for students to escalate complaints about their higher education provider. Learn more about reporting an issue or making a complaint at the University, and your options to engage with the NSO. 

Read The Sydney Morning Herald for free

Get free Premium Digital access to The Sydney Morning Herald, owned by Nine Entertainment, via Campus Access. Enjoy all articles, exclusive newsletters, Good Food, puzzles, and more. Plus, visit the Nine Entertainment stall at Welcome Fest for some goodies when you sign up! Need help? Contact campusaccess@smh.com.au.

🚲 Pedal power: Bike racks and end-of-trip facilities are available across campus. Remember to always be considerate of others when riding (or scootering) in pedestrianised areas.  

🚍 Bus it: Plenty of buses stop near City Rd, Parramatta Rd and Redfern Station. 

🚶 Walk from Redfern: It’s a 15-minute walk from Redfern Station via Lawson St footbridge.

🎓 Student discounts: Check if you're eligible for a concession Opal card.

Travelling to one of our other campuses? Check out the Getting to campus page for how to get there by public transport or free University shuttle bus.   

No matter how you’re getting to campus, it's important to check your travel route before you head off. Plan ahead and check Transport NSW for the latest updates.

We’re so excited to welcome the newest cohort of international students to our community. Last week, new students attended International Student Welcome, where they had the chance to connect with peers, learn more about USYD, and find out how to make the most of student life in Sydney. 

Start the semester strong and learn how to set up and navigate Canvas, plan your semester, and stay on top of assessments. Hear from Peer Support Advisors (PSAs) and ICT staff, and have your questions answered about managing your study workload.

Discover the best study spots and resources on the Big Library Tour! Explore Fisher, Law, and SciTech Libraries, and ThinkSpace, our creative tech hub. Learn about key collections, study spaces, and resources to support your studies.

Not sure where to start with making friends on campus? Join Speed Meet & Chat – a fast-paced, fun way to meet other new students! You’ll have the chance to chat, share stories, and make friends in a relaxed, no-pressure setting. With a series of fun questions and small groups, it’s the perfect way to break the ice!

Fei Gao, The Path, 2024 (pre-production still). Commissioned by Parramatta Artists Studios. Photo by Garry Trinh.

As part of the You're Welcome? exhibition, Verge will host The Path, a series of limited performances created by Fei Gao which bring to life the diverse migration journeys of five friends, taking place in the context of You’re Welcome? during the Welcome Program. Don't miss the final performance from 6 pm Thursday 20 February, accompanied by live music, free food and more!

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