Orientation

Welcome to your orientation for the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology.

Orientation will prepare you for the start of your studies at UQ within the Faculty.

You will get the information you need to help get you started in your degree, learn about the services and support available in the Faculty and across UQ, connect with clubs and societies, and meet staff and students.

Getting started in your program

The University of Queensland Orientation Week ("O-week") for Semester 1, 2023 is scheduled for Monday 13 - Friday 17 of February.

The Faculty of EAIT orientation day is Tuesday 14 of February.

Specific sessions will be held for each degree in the faculty, and these will provide essential information about your degree, tips for successful study and getting the most out of university, the opportunity to ask questions and to meet staff and other students.

As part of your Orientation preparation, be sure to watch the Welcome to EAIT presentation, Associate Professor Liza O'Moore, Associate Dean Academic, shares essential information for new students and tips to help you get started at UQ. 

Orientation

First Year Engineering Specialisation Event - Civil Engineering

17 April 2023 12:00pm1:00pm
This event is for students who have chosen or are considering on choosing civil engineering as their specialisation.

First Year Engineering Specialisation Event - Mechanical Engineering

19 April 2023 1:00pm2:00pm
This event is for students who have chosen or are considering on choosing mechanical engineering as their specialisation.

First Year Engineering Specialisation Event - Electrical Engineering

21 April 2023 11:00am12:00pm
This event is for students who have chosen or are considering on choosing electrical engineering as their specialisation.

First Year Engineering Specialisation Event - Mechatronics Engineering

24 April 2023 12:00pm1:00pm
This event is for students who have chosen or are considering on choosing mechatronic engineering as their specialisation.

First Year Engineering Specialisation Event - Software Engineering

26 April 2023 1:00pm2:00pm
This event is for students who have chosen or are considering on choosing software engineering as their specialisation.

First Year Engineering Specialisation Event - Chemical Engineering

28 April 2023 11:00am12:00pm
This session is for students who have chosen or are considering on choosing chemical engineering as their specialisation.

International Women's Day - Women in Engineering Event

8 March 2023 5:30pm8:00pm
We can all challenge gender stereotypes, call out discrimination, draw attention to bias, and seek out inclusion. Collective activism is what drives change. Join us as we bring together leaders and changemakers who are redefining innovation.

EAIT International Student Welcome

23 February 2023 5:00pm7:00pm
Join us in welcoming our international students to The University of Queensland at our Networking and Barbeque event!

EAIT Orientation - IT and Computer Science Programs

14 February 2023 10:30am4:00pm
Come and s'EAIT Information Technology and Computer Science students: a full day of activities awaits!

EAIT Orientation Day - Architecture and Design Programs

14 February 2023 10:00am2:00pm
Come and s'EAIT architecture and design students: a full day of activities awaits!

EAIT Orientation Day - Engineering Programs

14 February 2023 9:00am2:30pm
Come and s'EAIT! Welcome to the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology's orientation activities.

Welcome to the Master of Urban Development and Design (Online)

10 February 2023 9:00am10:00am
This essential information seminar is for students entering their first semester of the Master of Urban Development and Design and is designed to help get you started in your degree.

Welcome to the Master of Architecture (Online)

3 February 2023 3:00pm4:00pm
This online program information session is for new students commencing in the Master of Architecture and is designed to help you get started in your degree.

Welcome to the Bachelor of Design (Online)

3 February 2023 1:00pm2:00pm
This online program information session is for new students commencing in the Bachelor of Design and is designed to help you get started in your degree.

Welcome to the Master of Interaction Design Suite (Online)

3 February 2023 1:00pm2:00pm
This essential program information session is for commencing students in the Master of Interaction Design Suite and will help you get started in your course.

Welcome to the Bachelor of Architectural Design (Online)

3 February 2023 10:00am11:00am
This essential orientation session is for new students commencing in the Bachelor of Architectural Design and is designed to help you get started in your degree.

Welcome to the Master of Computer Science Suite (Online)

1 February 2023 2:00pm3:00pm
This essential program information session is for commencing students in the Master of Computer Science Suite and will help you get started in your course.

Welcome to the Master of Data Science Suite (Online)

1 February 2023 1:00pm2:00pm
This essential program information seminar is for new students commencing in the Master of Data Science suite and is designed to help get you started in your degree.

Welcome to the Master of Sustainable Energy (Online)

31 January 2023 5:00pm6:00pm
This essential information seminar is for students entering their first semester of the Master of Sustainable Energy and is designed to help get you started in your degree.

Welcome to the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Online)

31 January 2023 2:00pm3:00pm
This online program information session is specifically designed for first-year students in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) to help get you started in your degree.

Welcome to the Master of Cyber Security Suite (Online)

31 January 2023 12:30pm1:30pm
This essential information seminar is for new students commencing in the Master of Cyber Security suite and is designed to help get you started in your degree.

Welcome to the Master of Information Technology Suite (Online)

30 January 2023 3:00pm4:00pm
This essential program information session is for commencing students in the Master of Information Technology Suite and will help you get started in your course.

Welcome to the Bachelor of Information Technology (Dual Degree) (Online)

30 January 2023 2:00pm3:00pm
This online program information session is designed for first-year students in the Bachelor of Information Technology (Dual Degree) to help get you started in your degree.

Welcome to the Master of Engineering and Master of Engineering Science Suite (Online)

30 January 2023 1:00pm2 March 2023 3:00pm
This essential program information seminar cover the Engineering specialisations for new students commencing in the Master of Engineering and Master of Engineering Science suite and is designed to help get you get started in your degree.

Welcome to the Bachelor of Computer Science (Dual Degree) (Online)

30 January 2023 11:00am12:00pm
This essential program information session is for commencing students in the Bachelor of Computer Science (Dual Degree) and will help you get started in your course.

Kickstart your Career Bootcamp

30 September 2021 9:30am6:30pm
Want to enhance your employability while at university but have limited availability to do so? Hosted by The EAIT Student Employability Team, this is your chance to attend the FIRST ever Kickstart your Career Bootcamp.

Chemical Engineering

26 August 2021 12:00pm1:00pm
First year chemical engineering students are invited to meet staff, senior students and student societies from the School of Chemical Engineering in a relaxed setting, to learn more about the specialisations and majors available to study within your program.

Electrical Engineering

24 August 2021 12:00pm1:00pm
First year electrical engineering students are invited to meet staff, senior students and student societies from the School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering in a relaxed setting, to learn more about the specialisations and majors available to study within your program.

Mechatronics Engineering

19 August 2021 12:00pm1:00pm
First year mechatronic engineering students are invited to meet staff, senior students and student societies from the School of Mechanical and Minning Engineering in a relaxed setting, to learn more about the specialisations and majors available to study within your program.

Civil Engineering

16 August 2021 12:00pm1:00pm
First year civil engineering students are invited to meet staff, senior students and student societies from the School of Civil Engineering in a relaxed setting, to learn more about the specialisations and majors available to study within your program.

Mechanical Engineering

16 August 2021 11:45am12:45pm
First year mechanical engineering students are invited to meet staff, senior students and student societies from the School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering in a relaxed setting, to learn more about the specialisations and majors available to study within your program.

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Get ready for orientation

To complete your orientation, you need to do five things:

1. Download the UQ Nav app

If you are attending any events on-campus, install the UQ Nav app to help you find your way around the UQ Campus.

2. Install Zoom

If you will be attending any events online, install Zoom on your device, and log in with your UQ username and password.

3. Questions

Make a note of any questions you may already have and bring them along to the information session for your program. Each session will include a Q&A with your academic advisors.

4.  Attend

Attend the orientation information sessions for your program.

5.  Follow us

Follow us on Facebook (@UQEngTech and @UQArchitectureSchool) and Instagram (@UQEngTech and @UQArchitecture) to keep up to date with EAIT events.
 

Get online with Zoom

Online orientation sessions are held using Zoom, an online video, audio and screen sharing platform. You'll be asked to log in to Zoom using your UQ student username and password.

Before Orientation, ensure you have Zoom installed on your device and practice logging in with your username and password.

UQ provides information and support for installing Zoom, and accessing your UQ username and password.

Get in touch

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