At the Gatton Science Orientation Day you'll hear from academic staff and current students, meet your peers and future friends, and find out how to make a successful start to your studies.
Thursday 23 July 2026
9am–3pm
8111 Plant Industries Building
For students commencing postgraduate studies (Masters, Graduate Diploma/Certificate) in:
- Agribusiness
- Agricultural Science
- Animal Science
The day will include:
- an information session run by current students and academics to help you settle in at UQ
- group activities where you will meet others in your program
- a showcase of student support services and opportunities
- a free lunch (vegan, halal and gluten free options available).
Student immunisation requirements
If you're enrolled in a program or course working with animals or in agricultural environments, you need to be up to date with several vaccinations.
Depending on your program or course, you may need to provide evidence of vaccinations or immunity against:
- tetanus
- Q fever.
Depending on the work and environment within which you interact with animals, you may also require vaccination against:
- lyssavirus
- rabies
- influenza (flu).
Other useful information
International students
If you're an international student arriving at Brisbane International Airport between 1 and 22 February 2026, you can register for a free airport welcome and shuttle service.
UQ Maps mobile app
Find everything you need on campus using our free UQ Maps app. It has indoor and outdoor maps, and a wayfinder to navigate your way around campus.
Social story
We've created a 'social story' to provide more details on what to expect on the day: UQ Science Orientation social story (PDF, 4.1 MB)
Contact us
Program planning, academic advice, study options and timetabling
The Science Student Enquiries team is available Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm, except public holidays.
enquire@science.uq.edu.au+ 61 7 3365 1888 (St Lucia)
Health & wellbeing, accommodation, diversity, disability & inclusion, learning skills and settling into your studies
UQ Student Central services are free for students, including 10 free counselling sessions per year.