Students are our Future Leaders
Designed for senior Indigenous high school students, the Oorala Experience Program offers a 5-day, on-campus glimpse into university life. Schools can select which days to attend, based on students’ interests and availability.
Program Highlights
Within the year there are two on-campus Experience Programs available for students in years 10 to 12. One in the first half of the year and one in the second half.
Fully Funded
Travel, accommodation, and meals are all covered.
Academic Insights
Students engage directly with academics and course content, helping them make informed choices about their future studies.
Campus Living
Experience staying in a residential college, with access to sporting facilities, retail shops, and campus cafes.
Connection with Oorala
Meet the Oorala team and build supportive connections for the future.
Social Opportunities
Students connect with peers from other schools, gaining confidence in social settings similar to university orientation.
The program is aimed at high school students in years 10-12. We ask that schools select students they believe could benefit most from participating in this As many or as few as you need. You will be required to make a booking and select the dates your school group will be attending. The program is held across 5 days, however the academic sessions will be conducted on the Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Monday and Friday are considered travel days for those who aren’t located in the Armidale region. Whist you have the choice to attend individual days, we do recommend participation across the whole program. Yes. Students will need adult supervision in accordance with the Department of Education and school policies for school excursions. If your school is only sending one student, the student may be accompanied by their parent or carer instead. Supervision is the responsibility of the school to organise. There is no limit on how many students can attend. If you anticipate a large group, please let us know so we are able to make additional arrangements if needed. Yes, there are. This will generally include dinner and social activities such as movie nights, trivia nights, college dinners, food truck dinner night, etc. These will be organised at college and in town. We will have a select group of staff, student ambassadors, and college leaders in attendance each night. Yes! We can assist with the following expenses to attend the program: Travel Accommodation Meals Active Campus Your visit to UNE may fall within an active trimester. This means that there will be current residents of the college during your stay. However, Experience Program guests will be housed separately to current students (floors/blocks). Secure Rooms Students will have their own lockable room (includes all bedding). Communal Facilities Bathrooms are communal and include several toilet and shower cubicles. Students should be prepared to share these facilities with other Experience Day participants as this is the typical University experience. If schools or individuals have concerns with this arrangement, please advise the planning team prior to arriving. Are you a dog person? The college is also home to two friendly rescue dogs. If you are not a dog person, or maybe you have fears or allergies, it’s important to let us know.Oorala Experience Program FAQs
Fuel, public transport, and private transport costs will be reimbursed or paid for prior to departure. Please liaise with the team at Oorala to make your arrangements as early as possible.
Participants will be staying at a campus college.
All meals will be provided during your time on campus.
