New Students’ Orientation

Nau mai, haere mai, welcome. Each trimester, the University runs New Students’ Orientation to welcome all new students and get you off to the best start.

Whether you're coming straight from school, returning to study as a mature student, starting your first degree, transferring from another tertiary institution, or beginning a postgraduate qualification—our New Students' Orientation events are here to support your journey from day one.

Need a bit of help getting started? Use this introduction to plan your Orientation activities. Most Orientation sessions take place on our Kelburn campus—this short guide describes some key rooms and buildings.

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Join us in 2026—apply for your chosen programme of study (qualification and major), then select your courses to complete your enrolment.

How to apply

Help and advice

We’re here to help if you need course advice, have been declined admission, are on a waitlist for a course, or are having problems with your application.

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