The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 3) programme is taught at 345 Queen Street.
The programme is designed to prepare international students for entry into a University of Auckland undergraduate degree programme. We aim to equip all students with the skills to succeed at University.
All sessions are held in New Zealand Standard Time.
Onshore registration – University of Auckland International College | ||
9:00 am Start Auckland campus, 345 Queen street, Auckland Central 1010 International Student Services and Support Team | All new students must attend on campus Students will need to report to the campus to complete their registration forms. Please bring your physical passport and visa with you. |
Homestay Workshop | ||
11:30 am – 12:00 am Auckland campus, 345 Queen street, Auckland Central 1010 | All Under 18 students and any Over 18 students staying in Homestay must attend on campus |
Lunch Break | ||
12:00 am – 1:00 pm |
University of Auckland International College (UOAIC) Meet and Greet | ||
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Auckland campus, 345 Queen street, Auckland Central 1010 – Student Common Room Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC Dr Brian Davy-Taefu, UOAIC Programme Coordinator | Onshore students will receive a welcome from their Head of College and other staff. |
Session 1: Welcome to University of Auckland International College | ||
10:00 am – 11:00 am Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC | This session is designed to meet the Head of College and learn more about your chosen programme. There is also an opportunity at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
Session 2: UoAIC Subject Selection | ||
11:00 am – 12:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC And other Teaching and Support Staff | This session is designed to learn about the different degrees available under each faculty and the recommended or compulsory subjects for each. |
Session 3: Digital Tools | ||
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC | Introduction to Blackboard which is our Learning Management System and where all resources will be available. Access to student email and how to navigate it. |
Session 4: Getting the Most our of your Study | ||
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC | Take students through tips and guidance for learning – both online and onsite. Making the most out of lesson times, how to communicate effectively with your teachers, planning your independent study time. |
Session 5: University of Auckland International College Welfare | ||
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Katie Gao, Student Services and Support Team Lead Matt Kelly – Pastoral Care Coordinator | Introduction to the Senior Leadership Team, Sonder and Student Services and their role, the Role of Tutors and Deans. |
Session 6: Q&A with Programme Leaders | ||
4:30 pm – 5:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC Bryce Pedersen, Head of College UPIC Brian Davy-Taefu (Foundation Connect Programme Coordinator) | Open session for any questions that students might have before they commence their study. |
Campus Tour at University of Auckland | ||
9:00 am – 12:o0 pm The University of Auckland City Campus Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC |
All new students must attend on campus Meeting at University of Auckland City Campus (outside the General Library), at 9.15 am or meeting at University of Auckland International College (UoAIC) at 9.00 am to walk up together. Meet and greet UoA staff. Hear from the Student Support team and International Office. |
last updated: 19th March 2024
During orientation, we will introduce you to your individual support contacts who will include the Tutors, Subject Teachers and Deans of your course.