Plan your Orientation

Frequently asked questions

• How do I connect with other students?
  

  How do I connect with other students?

  Check out the Orientation Social Activities page for connection opportunities like the New to SCU Facebook group and Student Association events and activities. You can also find out about upcoming events on the What's on page and check out the UniLife page for sport, health and wellbeing activities. Each unit on your MySCU (Blackboard) will also have a discussion board where you can interact with your fellow classmates.

• Where can I watch my Orientation session recordings?
  

  Where can I watch my Orientation session recording

  You can watch your session recordings in the FYI Module. 

  Course Information Sessions can be found under the 'Faculty Information' pages in the side-menu. 

  Orientation workshops can be found under the 'Orientation workshops' page in the side-menu. 

• How do I get help with enrolling?
  

  How do I get help with enrolling?

  Instructions are provided on the Accept your offer and enrol pages. If you require assistance, you can contact Student Services and they will be happy to answer any questions and help you through the process.

• How do I read my timetable?
  

  How do I read my timetable?

  All rooms are listed like this M.G.13 M=Block/Building G=Building Level (lower ground, ground, 1, 2 etc) and the last number refers to the door number. For more information, visit the Campuses page or the Timetables page.

• How do I find my classroom?
  

  How do I find my classroom?

  You can find campus maps on the Mobile@SCU App (available for iOS or Android) or our Campus Location pages.

• Do I need a parking permit?
  

  Do I need a parking permit?

  Students and staff must display a parking permit with a valid expiry date when attending the Lismore or Gold Coast Campuses, you can get your permit during Orientation using the instructions below. Coffs Harbour students do not require a permit but are required to use the designated parking areas.

  To be issued a parking permit, please complete the Parking Permit Request Form and present it to the Student Services Hub with a form of identification. If you have trouble completing the request form, please email propertyservices@scu.edu.au. 

• Where can I get my Student ID Card?
  

  Where can I get my Student ID Card?

  Southern Cross University issues Student ID Cards to all students. The card remains valid while you are a student and should be carried with you whenever you are on campus.

  You must read the terms and conditions of Student ID Card use before you submit a request for your Student ID Card.