Information for new students

You will be able to enrol via UQ’s online enrolment system (mySI-net) with the username and password issued by UQ’s Information Technology Services. For more information on enrolment see Enrol Online on the Starting at UQ website. Enrolment opens before the start of semester, and you are encouraged to enrol as early as possible.

Refer to the course list for your program for the full enrolment pattern. This can be found in the ‘what you can study’ section within your program details.

Important UQ dates can be found on the Academic Calendar. Classes start the week commencing:

Summer semester, 2022:             Monday 28 November

Semester 1, 2023:                          Monday 20 February

Semester 2, 2023:                          Monday 24 July

Summer semester, 2023:              Monday 27 November

If you need to find accommodation, UQ Accommodation Services is a great place to start searching for a place to live, whether on or off campus. UQ can also arrange your airport reception upon arrival in Brisbane.

Orientation Week activities run in the week before classes commence. School staff conduct welcome and information sessions for all new SHRS students and attendance is compulsory. Students are encouraged to attend other sessions, such as getting started at UQ, IT and eLearning, academic and personal skills, and Library sessions.

my.UQ is your one-stop-shop for information and services throughout your study at UQ. It brings together all the online resources students use at UQ on one dashboard. From here you can:

• access systems; such as student email, Learn.UQ (Blackboard), and mySI-net
• access information; such as assessment and examinations, progress and results, integrity and conduct, complaints and appeals, etc.

Please familiarise yourself with your my.UQ portal as soon as possible.  

You can access your timetable from UQ’s online enrolment system mySI-net. For some of your courses, you need to register (sign-on) for classes. For example, you may be required to sign-on for a lecture, a tutorial, and/or a practical class. For other courses, you will be automatically allocated to classes.

Please note, there is a substantial time commitment and you should be available for classes between 8 am and 5 pm, Monday to Friday.

Your UQ student ID card can be issued one working day after you have enrolled. Go the ground floor of the Prentice Building (Building 42) between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday, and take proof of identity, such as a Passport or Australian Drivers Licence. You will need your ID card to borrow books, for some classes, as well as for all examinations.

Firstly, follow the instructions for setting up your student email. Please ensure you log in to your student email account daily to check for important updates and information. All correspondence to you from the university will be sent to your student email account. Once set up, you can access your student email from your my.UQ portal.

mySI-net is UQ’s online enrolment system where you can manage your enrolment and conduct essential administrative functions. You can access my-SI-net from your my.UQ portal.

You can use my-SI-net to:

• Enrol in courses
• Update your personal details
• View course profiles and timetables
• Sign-on to classes (lectures, tutorials, practicals)
• Pay your fees
• Apply for financial assistance (domestic students)
• Request a change of program
• View your examination timetable
• View your results

Please note, students are required to keep their contact details up to date in mySI-net for the duration of their study.

The UQ eLearning system is called Blackboard and is the platform where you access the online components of your course and electronic assignment submission. You can access Blackboard from your my.UQ portal via the Learn.UQ link.

Course profiles contain all the information you need to know about a course, including the aims and objectives and associated learning and assessment activities. They are available online when classes begin. You can find them by searching for your course on the courses and programs website. Once you have enrolled in a course you will also have access to the full course profile in mySI-net.

Textbooks can be purchased via mySI-net when you complete your enrolment (Courses tab, Course Summary). Alternatively, you can visit The School Locker in person or online to find textbooks, software, general books, stationery and UQ merchandise. A list of required and/or recommended textbooks is included in the course profiles, Learning Resources section.

If you have completed relevant, previous studies you may be eligible for credit towards a UQ program. To transfer credit between UQ programs, or if you have studied at another university, see Credit for previous study at UQ. We receive a large volume of credit transfer requests at the beginning of each semester and therefore urge you to submit your credit application as soon as possible.

Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, and Speech Pathology students are required to purchase a clinical uniform. During the first two to three weeks of your first semester, you will be contacted via email (to your student email address) regarding uniform orders.

The uniform consists of a custom made polo shirt and/or tailored shirt. These are to be worn with tailored trousers in navy blue or black with enclosed footwear. In winter, a uniform style cardigan or sleeveless vest may also be worn. Please note that these should be neatly fitting to avoid interference during treatment sessions. Student ID cards are also required.

Physiotherapy students are required to wear suitable clothing during their practical classes, for example shorts, running shorts, t-shirt, singlet or halter neck sports top. Student ID cards are also required.

Student Services provides a range of support services to students, including learning support, counselling, disability support services, etc.

Located on each UQ campus, Student Centres are your one-stop-shop for all student administration and general enquiries relating to UQ, such as payment of fees, traffic and parking, student visas, etc.

UQ Health Care is an accredited, general practice providing comprehensive health services to students of UQ.

The School is located at the St Lucia campus. The getting to St Lucia website contains helpful information on various travel options to UQ.

UQ Maps is a free mobile application that contains searchable maps of UQ's campuses. Enter your destination and UQ Maps will show you where it's located. Students, staff and visitors can use UQ Maps to help find lecture theatres, laboratories, school and faculty offices, as well as where to grab a coffee, have a bite to eat or catch up with friends. Simply follow the prompts to download the app.

The Get Set Mentoring Program matches you with an experienced student in your field of study who will mentor you through your first six weeks of study at UQ.  You can ask questions, connect with fellow new students, and gain valuable insights into university life, activities and services.