New Students’ Orientation
At the start of Trimesters 1 and 2, we welcome new students to the University through our New Students’ Orientation programme.
Monday 24–Friday 28 February, Trimester 1 2020
Victoria University of Wellington's 2020 New Students' Orientation is the week before official classes commence—sessions and activities will run throughout the week.
Māori students’ Orientation and Pasifika students' Orientation will also run during the week.
Keep an eye on your inbox, email, and our social media channels for more information.
Orientation timetable
Use the New Students' Orientation timetable to figure out what events and workshops are going on throughout the week—there's something for everyone.
Take a tour
Explore the University's campuses—during orientation take a tour of our campuses or the central library so you can get your bearings before you start classes.
Study skills and IT workshops
Attend a range of workshops and sessions for study, essay writing and academic tips and get you set up online to help you succeed in your studies.
Social events and workshops
Make the most of orientation—join WGTN Hall, come to the Welcome Festival, workshops and info sessions, and see what's happening at the Recreation Centre.
International Orientation
If you are an international student, your two-day International Orientation will provide information and support to help you settle into New Zealand.
Māori orientation
The Māori orientation programme includes a pōhiri at the marae plus loads of other events to connect you to your whānau on campus.
Pasifika orientation
The Pasifika orientation helps Pasifika students prepare for a successful journey. Find out about the events and how we can help you.
Postgraduate students' orientation
If you are starting Honours, a postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma or a Master’s, come to the postgraduate orientation session.
OWeek
OWeek is the annual festival run by the students' association, and starts off every year at Victoria University of Wellington with a bang.
Things you can do at Orientation
- Understand and confirm your lecture timetable.
- Locate your lecture theatre(s).
- Visit your Faculty office.
- Buy your course books and texts at Vic Books, at Kelburn or Pipitea campus—a full list of course textbooks will be posted in the store and on the Vic Books website.
- Take a look at what’s on offer at Victoria Recreation.
- If you have housing questions visit the Accommodation Service.
- Check out some of our other student services.
- Careers and Employment, Level 1, Hunter Building, Kelburn Parade.
- Disability Services, Level 1 (ground floor), Robert Stout Building, Kelburn Parade.
- Financial Support and Advice, Level 1, Hunter Building, Kelburn Parade.
- Student Counselling and Student Health, Mauri Ora, Level 1, Student Union Building.
- Student Learning, Level 0, Kirk Building, Hunter Courtyard, Kelburn Parade.
- Awhina—Māori Student Support, Te Herenga Waka Marae, Kelburn Parade.
- Pasifika Student Support, Pasifika Haos, Mount Street, Kelburn.