Before you start

Everything you need to take care of before the trimester begins—set up your student account, pay your fees, and start planning your life on campus.

Get your student admin sorted

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Set up your student account

Confirm your enrolment, set your password, and sort your student account to start accessing services and tools.
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Sort out your fees

Find out how and when to pay your fees, and how to get help from our financial advisers when applying for student loans and allowances.
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Get your course materials

Buy or order your textbooks and course materials in advance so you're ready for when classes start.

Settle into student life

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Find your accommodation

Make sure you've sorted out somewhere to live before the trimester starts. We can help you find a hall, flat, or homestay.
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Your life at VUW

Discover the opportunities to engage in activities and programmes beyond the lecture room, and learn more about what to expect when you arrive on campus.
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Follow us on social media

Keep up with news, events, and competitions—and be the first to hear what's happening across the University.