BCom Students

Congratulations for accepting your place in the Bachelor of Commerce. The Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics, Professor Paul Kofman, welcomes you to the Bachelor of Commerce and to the University of Melbourne.

Welcome to all new students

You'll be able to access BCom Orientation information and resources on this page. More information will be available in the coming weeks.

Get involved

  • Sign up for Melbourne Orientation

    Get to know your University Faculty and classmates at Melbourne Orientation running between Monday 27 July - Friday 31 July. Register and attend the workshops below to help you get started in the Bachelor of Commerce.

    Register for Melbourne Orientation

    Welcome to the Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE)
    Monday 27 July | 3.00-4.30pm AEST
    Your official welcome to the Bachelor of Commerce! Meet our Deputy Dean and the group of students you will be starting your journey with. There will be an official welcome followed by a fun social activity.

    FBE Essentials
    Tuesday 28 July | 3.00-4.30pm AEST
    Not sure if you've got your subjects right? Unsure what to expect in class? This is your BCom 101 to ensuring you are set up for success in your degree. You will learn about the course structure, hear about opportunities to enhance your degree and meet your academics! You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

    Making the most of FBE
    Thursday 30 July | 3.00-4.30pm AEST
    This session is a chance to be guided through planning your own unique journey in your Bachelor of Commerce. The session will cover your student experience, career planning and key study tips. There will also be a live Q&A with current students and recently graduated students.

    My Global Community: China
    Friday 31 July | 1.00-2.00pm AEST
    A networking opportunity to meet students and alumni from your region. Learn what to do and what not to do when starting your degree. This session will focus on students in China.

    My Global Community: SE Asia
    Friday 31 July | 3.00-4.00pm AEST
    A networking opportunity to meet students and alumni from your region. Learn what to do and what not to do when starting your degree. This session will focus on students in Southeast Asia.

    My Global Community: India
    Friday 31 July | 4.30-5.30pm AEST
    A networking opportunity to meet students and alumni from your region. Learn what to do and what not to do when starting your degree. This session will focus on students in India.

  • Subject and Course Planning
    • Find helpful Course Planning resources in the next tab. Download the BCom Planner for you to create your degree.
    • Do you need clarification on your course rules or are unsure on choosing subjects? Watch short videos presented by fellow students by topic on Getting Started.
    • Once you have identified the subjects necessary for meeting your degree requirements and academic goals, you can enrol into subjects via your Study Plan. Enrolling in a subject means you are officially admitted to study that subject. You can find further information on enrolling here.
    • There's also a handy calendar to help you navigate through what you'll need to know in each week of your first semester.
  • BCom Enrichment Opportunities

    Find out more about the enrichment opportunities available to Bachelor of Commerce students.

    BCom Enrichment Programs

  • Connect with us on social

    Once you’ve accepted your offer in the BCom, you can request to join the Faculty of Business and Economics’ Current Students Facebook Group. Simply enter your student ID and degree to gain access to the group. You’ll receive information on industry opportunities and what’s happening in the faculty, in student clubs and around campus.

    Stop 1 Facebook and Twitter will keep you up to date with important enrolment information.

    Connect with the wider University community on social media to find groups and communities who share similar interests to you.

  • Have a question?
    • ask.unimelb: Your first stop for answers to frequently asked questions.
    • students.unimelb: For information on enrolment, administration and services.
    • Contact Stop 1 via phone, live chat or email for assistance with administration, course planning, enrolment assistance, skills development and support services.