At the start of each new study period, it’s important to look at how it is structured and become aware of the milestones and deadlines that will affect you.

As a new student commencing your first period of study, these are some of the dates you should mark in your diary and calendar:

• Orientation and OWeek.
• When unit sites open.
• The date to select your campus timetable in STAR.
• Week 1 (when classes start).
• The last date you can add a unit to the study period.
• The invoice due date (even if you are using a HELP loan, you should check your invoice each study period).
• The census date (the last date to finalise aspects of your enrolment, particularly withdrawing from units to avoid incurring the full fee).
• When the exam timetable is released.
• Dates for end-of-unit assessments, exam periods, and results release.
• The end of the teaching period, University holidays and any University closure dates.

A quick and easy way to make sure you are aware of all the important dates relevant to you is to add your university calendar to your Deakin email.

It’s also a good idea to tell your friends and family about your new commitment to study – they'll be your biggest supporters.

View the important dates webpage