Information for new Bachelor of Commerce students
Congratulations on receiving an offer to study in the Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Melbourne!
Enrolment
Your next step is to accept your offer and enrol. You will need to attend Academic Advice day on either Monday 21 January (for Round 1 VTAC offers) or Thursday 21 February (for International offers and later round VTAC offers.
Orientation
Orientation is one of the most important weeks of the University calendar for new students. It aims to introduce you to the University including lecture and tutorial formats and student support services, familiarise you with the physical layout and campus environment and to understand the expectations the University has of its students.
Week O (Orientation) is Tuesday 26 February - Friday 29 February. More information.
More information to get you started
Heading off to university can be one of the most exciting and challenging times of most people's lives. A range of activities and support services are available to help you with the transition to university:
Peer Mentoring Program
The First-Year Peer Mentoring Program aims to help new students make the transition into university life as smoothly as possible, by providing a support network, opportunities to meet new people and a forum in which to ask other students questions. Peer mentoring flyer (pdf 200kb)
Transition 2 Commerce (T2C)
T2C is a lecture series designed to familiarise you with the kind of learning and teaching you'll experience in the Faculty of Economics and Commerce and to arm you with the tools you'll need to succeed. It will automatically appear on your allocated subject timetable.
Faculty Student Clubs and Societies
Membership of a club or society is an excellent way for you to meet new people, expand interests and take on leadership roles while studying. The Faculty of Economics and Commerce has seven clubs and societies which aim to meet the specific interests of our students.
The Student Experience - Academic Enrichment activities
Under the Melbourne Model we aim to give you access to programs and activities which are designed to enrich your university experience, support your learning, develop your skills, facilitate your involvement, and help you to realise your potential as a leader and effective global citizen. A taste of what is available is contained in the Student Experience flyer (pdf 391kb). Printed copies are available during Oweek or through the Commerce Student Centre.
University Transition and Orientation website
Visit the University Transition and Orientation website for helpful information for new students.
Transition Officer & Course Advisers
The Faculty has a dedicated staff member who is able to assist you if you are experiencing problems transitioning to university. You are also able to make appointments to see the Transition Officer and Course Advisers throughout the year. More information on course advice appointments.