Business, Economics and Law Orientation
Semester 1, 2023 | 6-17 February
Welcome to the Business, Economics and Law Faculty
We can’t wait for you to join us for Orientation at The University of Queensland! Orientation is full of social and academic activities designed to introduce you to life and study at UQ.
Compulsory Sessions
Your journey with UQ starts now! Register for your compulsory events, including your Program Orientation Session and the BEL Orientation Festival, to ensure you have all the right information and tools you need to succeed in your program.
Program Orientation Session
6–16 February 2023
Registration essential
Find out everything you need to know and what to expect from your degree (program). You’ll hear from teachers, program advisers and fellow students with great insider knowledge and tips to answer your questions and help you make the most of your university experience. Session may be held in person or online, depending on your program.
BEL Orientation Festival
16 February 2023
Registration essential
The BEL Orientation Festival is your chance to experience all UQ has to offer – make new friends, connect with BEL Buddies, explore the St Lucia campus on a scavenger hunt, play games, win prizes, discover support services, clubs and societies to join, and more. Plus, there will be lots of free food, drinks and entertainment for you to enjoy at BELfest!
Explore what's on offer at the BEL Orientation Festival
Highly recommended sessions
We recommend joining in on as many Orientation activities as you can to set yourself up for a successful semester ahead. Here are two recommended sessions to help you get your studies off to the right start.
Your Support Services Session
17 February 2023, 12–1:15pm
Online via Zoom
Registration essential
Discover the range of academic, wellbeing and social support services available to you as a first-year BEL student. Get library tips and tricks to help with your assessments, learn about UQ clubs and societies and how you can get involved, finalise all your administrative tasks before classes begin, and start strategically working towards your career goals with staff who'll ensure you're prepared and confident every step of the way.
Your Questions Answered Session
17 February 2023, 2–4pm
Online via Zoom
Registration essential
If you have questions or are feeling unsure, don't worry, we're here to help. Come along to this online question and answer session. Our support team will be on hand to answer any queries you have about your first semester, studying internationally, making friends, getting ready for your career and more.
BEL Orientation Festival
Meet your BEL Buddies
The BEL Orientation Festival is your first taste of campus life at UQ! Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by BEL Buddy student volunteers who'll match you with other students studying the same program as you. Your BEL Buddies will help you break the ice with your new classmates and share their tips to settle you into university life. This meet and greet is run by experienced BEL students with great first-hand student knowledge, so feel free to ask them any questions you have before heading off to explore the campus.
Scavenger Hunt
Work with your teammates to solve riddles and find the hidden clues, while you make your way around the beautiful St Lucia campus. Along the way, you'll discover important information about your School, your Faculty and UQ. Complete the scavenger hunt and answer all the questions correctly for your chance to WIN some great prizes. All participants will also go into the lucky draw prize to win a prize pack.
BELfest
Join us for free food and drinks, live entertainment and plenty of ways to continue connecting with your fellow business, economics and law students. This festival-style celebration is a chance for you to meet face-to-face with lecturers and support services staff, learn more about clubs and societies you can join, and enjoy fun games and activities.
Want more?
Discover workshops, information sessions and social events across UQ with the Orientation Planner.
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