Orientation - Trimester 2, 2023
Trimester 2, 2025 Completing Students
Results for Trimester 1, 2025 will be released by 30 May 2025. Student Services will begin creating completion documents after this date. Completion documentation will be prioritised in order of visa expiry dates. Completion documentation cannot be issued to graduands who have outstanding fees, library items on loan or have not applied for or recorded their Unique Student Identifier in their Student Portal.
Completing students do not need to lodge requests for completion documents.
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Completing students whose visa may expire before or on 30 May 2025 are asked to notify Student Services as soon as possible by lodging an enquiry.
Membership Opportunities with Professional Industry Associations!
 Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM)
The following APIC courses are endorsed by the Australian Insitute of Project Managment:
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Bachelor of Business - Project Management Specialisation
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Graduate Certificate in Project Management
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Graduate Diploma of Project Management
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Master of Project Management and Business
As an Academic Partner of the Australian Institute of Project Management (AIPM), APIC's goal is to improve the professional outcomes of our current students and graduates.
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Current students of AIPM’s Academic Partners enjoy 50% discount to student membership (online application only).
Graduates of our AIPM endorsed course(s) are eligible for automatic recognition and the opportunity to obtain a nationally recognised professional RegPM™ certification as a Certified Practising Project Practitioner (CPPP). Furthermore, our partnership offers additional benefits to graduates, including a 50% discount on a one-year full AIPM membership when applying for CPPP certification automatic recognition. This offer is valid for 12 months after completing the AIPM endorsed course and other terms and conditions apply.
Australian Information Security Association (AISA)
All APIC IT students are now eligible for a complimentary AISA student membership!
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In September 2025, APIC was formally added in the list of Participating TAFEs and Universities on the Australian Information Security Association's (AISA) Student Membership webpage.
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry professionals, access exclusive resources and participate in events that support academic growth within the IT discipline and career development in the cybersecurity field.
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More information about AISA can be found at ASIA's About Us web page.
Key Dates for Trimester 3, 2025
Fee Due Dates for Trimester 3, 2025:
​​This is important for Brisbane students to be aware of in relation to enrolment and application closing dates.
The time zone in Sydney and Melbourne is currently Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT). Brisbane's time zone is Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). The time zone difference means that Sydney and Brisbane are one hour ahead of Brisbane.
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Daylight Savings or Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) starts in Sydney and Melbourne on Sunday 5 October 2025. The time zone difference means that from Week 2 of Trimester 3, 2025 Sydney and Melbourne will be one hour ahead of Brisbane. ​The time zone in Brisbane does not change during the year, remaining in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) thoughout.
Important information for Brisbane Students:
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When Daylight Savings starts in Week 2, classes in your Student Portal will be scheduled in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT).
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Brisbane students who enrol into an online class and their lecturer is located in Sydney or Melbourne need to attend the online class one hour earlier than the time in Brisbane from Week 2 onwards.
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When online enrolment opens, please select your classes carefully to ensure your on campus classes don't clash with any online classes that may be available to you.
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Daylight savings ends towards the end of Trimester 1, 2026 on Sunday 5 April 2026 and all states will then be in the same time zone.
Key Dates for Mid Trimester 2, 2025
Orientation @ Your Campus
Bring your laptop or device!
Orientation is a full day event, please make sure that you are available for the full day.
Students are asked to arrive at 9:30am to register, the day's proceedings should conclude at 4:30pm.
Brisbane Campus: Tuesday 27 May 2025
Melbourne Campus: Wednesday 28 May 2025
Sydney Campus: Thursday 29 May 2025
​You will need to bring your laptop or device on the day for a special Online Account session with IT Technical Staff who will help you access your online accounts so you can Get set for Success! ​
Save the Date for Orientation @ Your Campus
O-Week: Monday 2 - Friday 6 February 2026
Orientation is conducted on-campus the week before classes commence. Every student is required to attend Orientation prior to commencing their APIC studies.
​​Orientation is an opportunity for you to learn about your rights, safety and wellbeing in Australia, your requirements as a student, the support services APIC provides, and to connect with your academic team and classmates. Orientation provides all the information you need to know to commence your course.​
Orientation is a full day event, please make sure that you are available for the full day.
Students are asked to arrive at 9:30am to register, the day's proceedings should conclude at 4:30pm.
Sydney Campus: Tuesday 3 February 2026
Melbourne Campus: Wednesday 4 February 2026
Brisbane Campus: Thursday 5 February 2026
Brisbane Campus: Friday 6 February 2026
- Meet Your Course Coordinator Webinar
Bring your laptop or device!
​You will need to bring your laptop or device on the day for a special Online Account session with IT Technical Staff who will help you access your online accounts so you can Get set for Success! ​
Tuition Fee Due Dates
Mid-Trimester 2, 2025
As students undertake one unit during an intensive study period, fees are due two instalments of 50% each. ​​​Student can choose to pay their full tuition fee in Week 1 or make payment in the two instalments of 50% at the beginning of Weeks 1 and 4.​
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For new students who are commencing their first study period your prepaid tuition fee amount contributes towards the first instalment of 50%.
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​Fee Instalment Due Dates - Mid-Trimester 2, 2025:
T2-2025 Fee due dates
Must Attend
Orientation Days
February 2024
6
Tuesday
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7
Wednesday
8
Thursday
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10am - 5pm
10am - 12:30pm
12:30am - 2:30pm
Students are required to attend on campus Orientation sessions over three days:
Tuesday 6 February 2024: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday 7 February 2024: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Thursday 8 February 2024: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Save the Date for Orientation @ Your Campus
Orientation is a full day event, please make sure that you are available for the full day.
Students are asked to arrive at 9:30am to register, the day's proceedings should conclude at 4:30pm.
Brisbane Campus: Tuesday 23 September 2025
Melbourne Campus: Wednesday 24 September 2025
Sydney Campus: Thursday 25 September 2025
Bring your laptop or device!
​You will need to bring your laptop or device on the day for a special Online Account session with IT Technical Staff who will help you access your online accounts so you can Get set for Success! ​
February 2025
4
Tuesday
Sydney students: Tuesday 4 February 2025
Bring your laptop or device!
Campus Time Zone Differences During Trimester 1, 2025
This is important for Brisbane students to be aware of in relation to enrolment and application closing dates.
The time zone in Sydney and Melbourne is currently Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT). Brisbane's time zone is Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). The time zone difference means that Sydney and Brisbane are one hour ahead of Brisbane.
Fee Payment Options
Bank Transfer/Deposit
If you elect to pay your tuition fees electronically, you can do so by transferring money to APIC's bank account:
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Account Name: Asia Pacific International College Pty Ltd
Bank Name: HSBC Bank Australia Limited
BSB: 342 011
Account Number: 523537-001
Swift Code: HKBAAU2S
IMPORTANT: Transaction Reference or Description
When making payment via bank transfer/deposit please use your Student ID Number as the transaction reference or description, this identifies the payment as yours and allows Accounts to receipt payment once funds are received. Students who don't include their Student Id number will experience delays in payments being receipted.
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Credit Card and Debit Card
Students are able to make payment via Credit Card or Debit Card via their Student Portal. 
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Login to your Student Portal using a computer, you need to allow a pop-up window to undertake the transaction. The pop-up doesn't appear when a mobile phone or tablet is used. 
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Go to the “Payment” Tab in the Student Portal
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Double Click on the "Pay Now" link to pay the invoice and allow the pop-up window
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Enter the amount you would like to pay
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Click on the Credit Card icon to continue
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Enter Your Credit Card Details
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Click on the button “Pay” to complete transaction
You may be prompted to enter a security code that will be sent by SMS from your bank.
February 2025
5
Wednesday
Brisbane students: Wednesday 5 February 2025
Bring your laptop or device!
February 2025
6
Thursday
Melbourne students: Thursday 6 February 2025
Bring your laptop or device!
Must Attend Orientation Days
September 2024
24
Tuesday
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25
Wednesday
26
Thursday
10:00am - 2:00pm
9:30am - 3:30pm
9:30am - 2:00pm
Commencing students are required to attend all O-Week sessions on
Tuesday 24, Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September 2024.
25
SEPT.
Wednesday
9:30am - 3:30pm
AEST
Wednesday 25 September 2024 - Must Attend
Bring your laptop or device and Get set for Success!
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9:30am:
10:00am:
10:30am:
11:00pm:
12.00pm:
12.30pm:
1:30pm:
3.30pm:
3:30pm:
5:00pm:
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Arrival and Registration, Coffee/Tea, Meet and Greet.
Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome and introductions, Get to know your fellow students, Student Learning Support and Library Services, Academic Integrity and Tips for study success!
Time Management
Course Overviews
Healthy Habits for Financial Wellbeing
Lunch (provided) - make new friends and get to know APIC's staff whilst enjoying lunch together
Online Accounts Session (following successful login students may leave for the day)
End of the mandatory sessions.
Drop in to see Student Services for support or queries
End of day
24
SEPT.
Tuesday
10am - 2pm
AEST
Tuesday 24 September 2024 - Must Attend
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10:00am:
10:30am:
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12:15pm:
12:45pm:
1.45pm:
2.00pm:
2:00pm:
5:00pm:
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Arrival and Registration, Coffee/Tea, Meet and Greet.
Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome, Staff Introductions, Dean's Welcome, Rights and Responsibilities, Health, Wellbeing & Safety. During this session we'll have some fun with Australiana trivia - there are prizes to be won!
Overseas Student Health Coverage and Q&A by Allianz
Student Panel Q&A - hear what to expect from your Student Ambassadors and have your questions answered by students who are currently studying or have graduated from APIC!
Campus intro and tour
Approximate end of the mandatory sessions for the day, OR
Drop in to see Student Services for support, or queries.
End of day
25
SEPT.
Wednesday
9:30am - 3:30pm
AEST
Wednesday 25 September 2024 - Must Attend
Bring your laptop or device and Get set for Success!
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9:30am:
10:00am:
10:30am:
11:00pm:
12.00pm:
12.30pm:
1:30pm:
3.30pm:
3:30pm:
5:00pm:
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Arrival and Registration, Coffee/Tea, Meet and Greet.
Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome and introductions, Get to know your fellow students, Student Learning Support and Library Services, Academic Integrity and Tips for study success!
Time Management
Course Overviews
Healthy Habits for Financial Wellbeing
Lunch (provided) - make new friends and get to know APIC's staff whilst enjoying lunch together
Online Accounts Session (following successful login students may leave for the day)
End of the mandatory sessions.
Drop in to see Student Services for support or queries
End of day
Student Support Drop In Days
September 2024
23
Monday
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27
Friday
Dedicated days to providing students one-on-one support, guidance and enrolment assistance!
Even though there are no on campus O-Week sessions on Monday 23 and Friday 27 September 2024 they are still important days of O-Week as they provide the opportunity to visit and meet with the Student Services Team for personalised one-on-one support and guidance.
If you have a personal question that you would like answered it's best to come to campus on Monday and Friday so your query can be discussed with a Student Services Team member in a more private setting than during the group O-Week sessions.
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Melbourne Students - there's a public holiday on Friday!
Friday 27 September 2024 is a public holiday in Victoria and Melbourne campus will be closed. Should you have any enquires on Friday, please lodge an enquiry and a member of your Student Services team located in Sydney or Brisbane will assist you.
Dates
February 2024
3
Monday
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7
Friday
Commencing students are required to attend all sessions on:
Tuesday 4, Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 June 2024.
So, what's Monday and Friday about?
Monday and Friday are important days of Orientation Week as they provide students with the opportunity to visit meet with the Student Services Team for personalised one-on-one support, guidance or advice. If you have a personal question that you would like answered it's best to come to campus on Monday and Friday so your query can be discussed with a Student Services Team member in a more private setting than during the group orientation sessions.
Key Dates for Trimester 3, 2024
Fee Due Dates for Trimester 3, 2024:
Orientation
O-Week is next week and we can't wait to meet you!
Orientation Week, or O-Week, is the week before classes commence. Every student is required to attend Orientation prior to commencing their APIC studies.
O-Week is held on campus and an opportunity for you to learn about your rights, safety and wellbeing in Australia, your requirements as a student, the support services APIC provides, and to connect with your academic team and classmates.
O-Week provides all the information you need to know to commence your APIC course from Monday 30 September 2024!
Must Attend
Orientation Days
September 2024
24
Tuesday
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25
Wednesday
26
Thursday
10:00am - 2:00pm
9:30am - 3:30pm
9:30am - 2:00pm
Commencing students are required to attend all O-Week sessions on
Tuesday 24, Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September 2024.
24
SEPT.
Tuesday
10am - 2pm
AEST
Tuesday 24 September 2024 - Must Attend
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10:00am: Arrival and Registration, Coffee/Tea, Meet and Greet.
10:30am: Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome, Staff Introductions,
Deans Welcome, Rights and Responsibilities, Health, Wellbeing & Safety. During this session we'll have some fun with Australiana trivia - there are prizes to be won!
12:15pm: Overseas Student Health Coverage and Q&A by Allianz
12:45pm: Student Panel Q&A - hear what to expect from your Student Ambassadors and have your questions answered by students who are currently studying or have graduated from APIC!
1.45pm: Campus intro and tour.
2.00pm: Approximate end of the mandatory sessions for the day, OR
2:00pm: Drop in to see Student Services for support, or any query you have.
5:00pm: End of day
25
SEPT.
Wednesday
9:30am - 3:30pm
AEST
Wednesday 5 September 2024 - Must Attend
Bring your laptop or device and Get set for Success!
9:30am: Arrival and Registration, Coffee/Tea, Meet and Greet.
10:00am: Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome and introductions, Get to know your fellow students, Student Learning Support and Library Services, Academic Integrity and Tips for study success!
10:30am: Time Management
11:00pm: Course Overviews
12.00pm: Healthy Habits for Financial Wellbeing
12.30pm: Lunch (provided) - make new friends and get to know APIC's staff whilst enjoying lunch together
1:30pm: Online Accounts Session (following successful login students may leave for the day)
3.30pm: End of the mandatory sessions.
3:30pm: Drop in to see Student Services for support, or any query you have.
5:00pm: End of day
26
SEPT.
Thursday
9:30am - 2:00pm
AEST
Thursday 26 September 2024 - Must Attend
Employability, Application Tips and Safer Living
The agenda for each campus will be published soon - watch this space!
The agenda for each campus varies on Thursday. Select your campus below for a rundown of Thursday's O-Week sessions at your campus.
Student Support Drop In Days
September 2024
23
Monday
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27
Friday
Dedicated days to providing students one-on-one support, guidance and enrolment assistance!
Even though there are no on campus O-Week sessions on Monday 23 and Friday 27 September 2024 they are still important days of O-Week as they provide the opportunity to visit and meet with the Student Services Team for personalised one-on-one support and guidance.
If you have a personal question that you would like answered it's best to come to campus on Monday and Friday so your query can be discussed with a Student Services Team member in a more private setting than during the group O-Week sessions.
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Melbourne Students - there's a public holiday on Friday!
Friday 27 September 2024 is a public holiday in Victoria and Melbourne campus will be closed. Should you have any enquires on Friday, please lodge an enquiry and a member of your Student Services team located in Sydney or Brisbane will assist you.
Orientation Week
Orientation is next week! We hope you are excited as we are to meet you next week. Orientation is held on campus and is an opportunity for you to learn about your requirements as a student, the support services APIC provides, and to connect with your academic team and classmates. Orientation provides all the information you need to know to commence your APIC course from Monday 10 June 2024!
Dates
February 2024
3
Monday
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7
Friday
Commencing students are required to attend all sessions on:
Tuesday 4, Wednesday 5 and Thursday 6 June 2024.
So, what's Monday and Friday about?
Monday and Friday are important days of Orientation Week as they provide students with the opportunity to visit meet with the Student Services Team for personalised one-on-one support, guidance or advice. If you have a personal question that you would like answered it's best to come to campus on Monday and Friday so your query can be discussed with a Student Services Team member in a more private setting than during the group orientation sessions.
Orientation for New Students - Save the date!
O-Week: Monday 3 - Friday 7 June 2024
APIC’s Orientation Week is the week before classes commence. Orientation is an opportunity for you to learn about your requirements as a student, the support services APIC provides, and to connect with your academic team and classmates. Orientation provides all the information you need to prepare to commence your APIC course.
Must Attend
Orientation Days
February 2024
4
Tuesday
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5
Wednesday
6
Thursday
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10am - 3pm
10am - 12.30pm
12.30pm - 2.30pm
Students are required to attend on campus Orientation sessions over three days:
Tuesday 6 February 2024: 10:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday 7 February 2024: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Thursday 8 February 2024: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Orientation Week
Orientation is next week! We hope you are excited as we are to meet you next week. Orientation is held on campus and is an opportunity for you to learn about your requirements as a student, the support services APIC provides, and to connect with your academic team and classmates. Orientation provides all the information you need to know to commence your APIC course from Monday 10 June 2024!
3
JUNE
Monday
9am - 5pm
AEDT
Monday 3 June 2024
Haven't enrolled yet? - Visit Student Services
Do you have any questions that are sensitive? - Visit Student Services
Is your Student Id Card ready for collection? - Visit Student Services
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There are no mandatory sessions to attend on Monday and Friday, these days are reserved for personalised one-on-one support, guidance or advice with a member of your Student Services Team. ​
4
JUNE
Tuesday
10am - 5pm
AEDT
Tuesday 4 June 2024 - Must Attend
Bring your laptop or device!
10:00am: Arrival and Registration, Coffee/Tea, Meet and Greet.
10:30am: Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome, Meet your Student Services Team, Deans Welcome, Rights and Responsibilities, Health, Wellbeing and Safety. During this session we'll have some fun with an
Australiana trivia quiz with prizes to be won.
12:30pm: Lunch + taste some iconic Australian favourites - can you guess?
1:30pm: Academic Course Overviews.
2.00pm: Introduction to your Online Accounts including login support
3.00pm: End of mandatory session.
3:00pm: Drop in to see Student Services for support, or any query you have.
5:00pm: End of day
5
JUNE
Wednesday
10am - 5pm
AEDT
Wednesday 5 June 2024 - Must Attend
Get set for Success!
10:00am: Arrival and Registration, Coffee/Tea, Meet and Greet.
10:30am: Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome and introductions, get to
know your fellow students, Your Student Learning Support and Library
Team and Services, and Tips for study success!
11:30am: Time Management
12:00pm: Campus Tour
12.30pm: End of the mandatory sessions.
12:00pm: Drop in to see Student Services for support, or any query you have.
5:00pm: End of day
6
JUNE
Thursday
9am - 5pm
AEDT
Thursday 6 June 2024 - Must Attend
Employability, Networking and Surf Life Saving Water Safety
9.00am: Drop in to see Student Services for support, or any query you have.
12.30pm: Arrival and Registration, Coffee/Tea, Meet and Greet.
1:00pm: Acknowledgement of Country, Welcome and introductions,
Employability Skills, Networking and Connecting with Community.
1:30pm: Surf Life Saving Water Safety
2.30pm: End of the mandatory session.
2:30pm: Drop in to see Student Services for support, or any query you have.
5:00pm: End of day
7
JUNE
Friday
9am - 5pm
AEDT
Friday 7 June 2024
Haven't enrolled yet? - Visit Student Services
Do you have any questions that are sensitive? - Visit Student Services
Is your Student Id Card ready for collection? - Visit Student Services
Do you need assistance with your Online Accounts? - Visit Student Services
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There are no mandatory sessions to attend on Friday, it's reserved for personalised one-on-one support, guidance or advice with a member of your Student Services Team. If you have any questions at all, come in and see Student Services ​before classes commence next Monday.
6
JUNE
Tuesday
3pm - 4pm
AEST
Session 1: Welcome & General Information Webinar
Orientation week starts with the Welcome and General Orientation Information webinar. You will be introduced to several members of the Student Services team who will support you throughout your studies, APIC’s Dean looks forward to welcoming you, essential information related to policy, procedure, and course progression (including your rights and responsibilities) will be presented, along with important safety and wellbeing information.
During this session we will answer any questions you may have including questions about access the various student systems and the learning platform. The session finishes at approximately 3:45pm AEDT and students will be asked to login and activate their Office 365 account and College email address following the webinar.
Password: T2Orient
7
JUNE
Wednesday
3pm - 4pm
AEST
Session 2: Course Overview & Introduction to your Head of Discipline Webinar
The Course Overview Webinar with your Head of Discipline will provide a specific orientation to your course and take you through information about the course structure, assessment, timetabling, unit information plus much more.
Locate your course in the below listings and click on the Zoom Link button below your course to connect to your webinar. The password for all webinars is: T2Orient
Information Technology Courses
Information Technology Courses
Business Courses
Project Management Courses
8
JUNE
Thursday
3pm - 5pm
AEST
Session 3: Canvas, Library & Student Learning Support Webinar
Orientation continues Thursday with the Online Learning System, Library and Student Learning Support webinar. This webinar will introduce you to APIC's Student Learning Support, Library Services and Digital Learning Support teams and the support that they provide to help you succeed with your studies. You will have a chance to explore your online class space (Canvas), ask questions and evaluate your readiness to start your studies and identify any skills gaps so that you can seek the right support for you to achieve your best.
The Student Learning Support team will guide you through what you need to do to succeed with your studies and introduce you to the wealth of available online academic skills resources and provide guidance on how to best use them.
The Library team will cover what you need to know about using the library including how to find resources for your assessments and where to find guides so you can be efficient and effective in your research.
The Digital Learning Support team will show you how to navigate Canvas and find your units, view announcements from lecturers, access course materials, submit assessment tasks, locate zoom links for online classes, and find support for Canvas.
Password: T2Orient
9
JUNE
Friday
3pm - 5pm
AEST
Session 4: Academic Skills Workshop
Your final webinar is an Academic Skills Workshop, this webinar is designed to help ready yourself for your study at APIC. The workshop will be delivered by APIC's Student Learning Support & Library teams and will help you develop your academic writing and referencing skills, understand your academic integrity responsibilities and how to maintain your academic integrity during your study at APIC and beyond. With this knowledge and skills, you will find it easier to get started on your assignments when the study period commences.
Password: T2Orient
13
JUNE
Classes Commence
Classes for Trimester 2, 2023 commence from Tuesday 13 June 2023 as per your individual enrolment. This is due to the public holiday on Monday 12 June 2023.
Your individual class timetable is available via your Student Portal.
You may only attend classes that you have enrolled into.
Trimester 2, 2024 Classes Commence
from 10 June 2024
10
MON
11
TUES
Classes start the Week Beginning Monday 10 June 2024.
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Brisbane Students:
Classes commence from Monday 10 June 2024 as per your units of enrolment.
Sydney and Melbourne Students:
As Monday 10 June 2024 is a Public Holiday and Sydney and Melbourne Campuses will be closed, classes will commence from Tuesday 11 June 2024.
APIC looks forward to meeting and engaging with you during Orientation week. APIC’s Orientation webinar program will assist you to settle in, prepare for your new course and get all the information you need to make a flying start with your APIC studies!