Student Orientation

General

Orientation is a program of activities that introduces you to your place of study and the services available to help you find your way around and pursue your studies knowing that you will be supported in your learning and other needs as they may arise. The Orientation Program is one of these services and is provided in line with the Sydney College of Divinity policy and the current Higher Education Standards.

A list of student services is set out below with an indication of where to find the relevant information on this website or in the Moodle Learning Management System, as relevant. The main part of this list of services is available for all students enrolled in awards of the Sydney College of Divinity through St Andrew's Greek Orthodox Theological College, to assist you to reach your academic goals and keep you safe and well along the way.

Academic Mentoring
Academic Writing (Studiosity)
Chapel Participation
Critical Incidents
Employment
Facilities
Government Financial Assistance
Graduation
Grievance Policy and Procedures
Health and Safety
Health and Wellbeing
Health Services
Library Services
Mental Health and Support
Moodle & I.T. Support
Residential Life

For all students, the Student Support Officer may always be contacted for any matter of concern at any time.

Contact details:

  2025 Orientation Program (draft)

All Sydney College of Divinity students commencing their studies are required to participate in the Orientation Program arranged for their benefit. Through it you will be offered useful information about academic matters, about how we will support your studies, and how we will strive to make your overall experience while you are with us safe and enjoyable. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions.

Dates & Times: Wednesday 26 February 2025, 10:00am to 5:00pm, Thursday 27 February 2025, 7:00am to 4:00pm, and Friday 28 February 2025, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Place: On campus at 242 Cleveland Street, Redfern NSW 2016

Students commencing their studies are asked to access and read carefully the POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND ADVICE available online in time for the commencement of their studies, and to access the STUDENT SUPPORT section within Moodle. Both of these resources are for your ongoing reference.