Orientation Phase
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      1. Tomorrow University Student Handbook
      2. Program Guidance
      3. Orientation Phase

      What to Expect in the Orientation Phase

      After completing your onboarding journey, you’ll transition into your first official learning phase at Tomorrow University: the Orientation Phase.

      This phase is designed to give you the foundational knowledge and skills you need to succeed, no matter which program you're in. You’ll explore key topics, connect with your peers, and gain clarity on what’s ahead in your study journey.

      🧠 What You’ll Learn

      In the Orientation Phase, all learners will:

      • Understand Tomorrow University’s challenge-based learning approach

      • Begin shaping your personal mission and long-term goals

      • Build skills in teamwork, innovation, sustainability, and leadership

      • Get to know the faculty and community supporting your growth

      • Take on your first group challenge

      What’s Included in the Orientation Phase?

      Here’s a look at the shared and program-specific challenges:

      Shared by All Programs

      • The ToU Way of Learning - This is a self-paced challenge you can work on alongside your other Orientation challenges. We recommend starting it early to set a strong foundation for your journey. There are no live sessions for this one.
      • Mission Identification 
      • Build Your Dream Team 
      • Sustainability Foundations 
      • Intro to Innovation & Entrepreneurship 

      Program-Specific Challenges

      BA RE & BAIST

      • Technology Revolutions

      • Orientation Group Challenge 

      • BAIST: Intro to Coding for AI

      • AB RE: Choose 1 of 2:

        • Intro to Strategy

        • Intro to Product Design

      IMSc

      • Technology Revolutions

      • Introduction to Digital Strategy

      • Orientation Group Challenge 

      IMBA

      • Strategy & Global Markets

      • Responsible Organizations & Leaders

      📍 Where to Find Your Challenges

      You’ll complete your Orientation Phase inside the Tomorrow University Learning App, one challenge at a time. Each challenge has milestones, lessons, and guidance to keep you on track.

      You need to sign up for all challenges before they start! You can find more information on how to do that here.

      You’ll also receive calendar invites for all challenge-related live sessions, once you have signed up for them, directly via email, so keep an eye on your inbox!

      Need Support?

      You can find detailed information on how to get support in the Learner Support article in the student handbook.