accelerated orientation - The University of Auckland International College

September 2023 Orientation Programme for

The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies Accelerated (Level 3)

The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies (Level 3) programme is taught at 345 Queen Street, Auckland and around the world, online.

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.

Schedule

All sessions are held in New Zealand Standard Time.

Note: At Online Orientation, we strongly recommend a laptop with Windows system and installed with Google Chrome as the browser for the best user experience

Day 1 - Thursday August 31

Day 2 - Friday September 1

Day 1 - Thursday August 31

Session 1: Intro to University of Auckland (UoA) and University of Auckland International College (UoAIC)
10:00am – 11:00am Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC, UoA Guest/s	All new students – both onshore and offshore. 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 Click here to join

Session 1: Intro to University of Auckland (UoA) and University of Auckland International College (UoAIC)

10:00am – 11:00am

Online, Microsoft Teams

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC,
UoA Guest/s

All new students – both onshore and offshore.

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

Click here to join

Session 2: UoAIC Subject Selection
11:00am – 12:00pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC	All new students – both onshore and offshore. Information about UOA entry requirements and information about subjects will be given. Students will then be able to ask questions and then fill in the MS Form for subject selection. Click here to join

Session 2: UoAIC Subject Selection

11:00am – 12:00pm

Online, Microsoft Teams

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

All new students – both onshore and offshore.

Information about UOA entry requirements and information about subjects will be given. Students will then be able to ask questions and then fill in the MS Form for subject selection.

Click here to join

Session 3: Introduction to Digital Tools
1:00pm – 2:00pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC	All new students – both onshore and offshore. 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. Click here to join

Session 3: Introduction to Digital Tools

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Online, Microsoft Teams

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

All new students – both onshore and offshore.

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.

Click here to join

Session 4: Getting the most out of your study
2:00pm – 3:00pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC	All new students – both onshore and offshore. 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. Click here to join

Session 4: Getting the most out of your study

2:00pm – 3:00pm

Online, Microsoft Teams

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

All new students – both onshore and offshore.

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.

Click here to join

Session 5: Live Lesson 1
3:00pm – 4:00pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC	All new students – both onshore and offshore. This session is the first of two Live Lessons on NZ Culture. This is to give students a taste of what online learning looks like, and to allow them to practise with the digital tools. At the end of this Live Lesson, the students will be given instructions and a code to access their Flexible Learning Activity that will need to be completed before the Live Lesson on the following day. Click here to join

Session 5: Live Lesson 1

3:00pm – 4:00pm

Online, Microsoft Teams

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

All new students – both onshore and offshore.

This session is the first of two Live Lessons on NZ Culture. This is to give students a taste of what online learning looks like, and to allow them to practise with the digital tools.

At the end of this Live Lesson, the students will be given instructions and a code to access their Flexible Learning Activity that will need to be completed before the Live Lesson on the following day.

Click here to join

Day 2 - Friday September 1

Session 6: ISST Documentation
8:30am – 9:30pm The University of Auckland City Campus Welcome Centre UP Student Support	ONLY onshore students. Students will need to report to the campus to complete their registration forms. Please bring your physical passport and visa with you.

Session 6: ISST Documentation

8:30am – 9:30pm

The University of Auckland City Campus
Welcome Centre

UP Student Support

ONLY onshore students.

Students will need to report to the campus to complete their registration forms.

Please bring your physical passport and visa with you.

Session 7: Campus Tour
9:30am – 10:00am Campus to SCR Downstairs Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC Brian, Jackie H	Only onshore students.

Session 7: Campus Tour

9:30am – 10:00am

Campus to SCR Downstairs

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

Brian, Jackie H

Only onshore students.

Session 8: UoA Introductions/UoAIC Introductions
10:00am – 10:30am SCR Downstairs Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC Brian, Jackie H, Jackie M, Brian, UP ISST, UoA Guest/s	Only onshore students.

Session 8: UoA Introductions/UoAIC Introductions

10:00am – 10:30am

SCR Downstairs

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

Brian, Jackie H, Jackie M, Brian, UP ISST, UoA Guest/s

Only onshore students.

Session 9: Morning Tea
10:30am – 11:30am SCR Downstairs Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC Brian, Jackie H, Jackie M, Brian, UP ISST, UoA Guest/s	Only onshore students.

Session 9: Morning Tea

10:30am – 11:30am

SCR Downstairs

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

Brian, Jackie H, Jackie M, Brian, UP ISST, UoA Guest/s

Only onshore students.

Session 10: Welfare
1:00pm – 2:00pm Online, Microsoft Teams Matt Kelly, Pastoral Coordinator Katie Gao, International Student Services and Support Team Lead	All new students – both onshore and offshore. Introduction to the Senior Leadership Team, Sonder and Student Services and their role, the Role of Tutors and Deans. Click here to join

Session 10: Welfare

1:00pm – 2:00pm

Online, Microsoft Teams

Matt Kelly, Pastoral Coordinator

Katie Gao, International Student Services and Support Team Lead

All new students – both onshore and offshore.

Introduction to the Senior Leadership Team, Sonder and Student Services and their role, the Role of Tutors and Deans.

Click here to join

Session 11: Live Lesson 2
2:00pm – 3:00pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC	All new students – both onshore and offshore. This session is the second of two Live Lessons on NZ Culture. This is to give students a taste of what online learning looks like, and to allow them to practice with the digital tools. Click here to join

Session 11: Live Lesson 2

2:00pm – 3:00pm

Online, Microsoft Teams

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

All new students – both onshore and offshore.

This session is the second of two Live Lessons on NZ Culture. This is to give students a taste of what online learning looks like, and to allow them to practice with the digital tools.

Click here to join

Session 12: Q&A with Heads of College
3:00pm – 4:00pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC	All new students – both onshore and offshore. Open session for any questions that students might have before they commence their study. Click here to join

Session 12: Q&A with Heads of College

3:00pm – 4:00pm

Online, Microsoft Teams

Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC

All new students – both onshore and offshore.

Open session for any questions that students might have before they commence their study.

Click here to join

Checklist

Before each session:

During orientation:

last updated: 7 August 2023

Student Declaration

Student Resources

Parent Resources

See what other students say about studying with UP Education

During my Foundation programme, I felt very supported as the teachers took on a student-focused approach and they were experienced with teaching international students. In addition to teaching the subjects, they played a role in the notable improvement of my language and critical thinking skills. I also received valuable feedback on my progress and advice regarding university.

It’s a really nice, small campus in the city centre and close to the university. Class sizes are quite small, about 20-30 students. Teachers are experienced and very kind. Each student is assigned a tutor, and you get regular meetings to see how you are progressing and if you need more help.

The teachers are extremely helpful and often go above and beyond in helping me understand and pass the assignments. They always keep in touch with us out of class time through social media and are available to answer any of our questions. The teacher’s support and commitment have instilled more confidence, reassurance, and motivation to continue with my goals. Thanks to the teachers I can maintain high grades as they nurture me through every step of the way.

You never have to worry about not understanding anything. UP Education teachers are extremely experienced with international students and very helpful. They understand our challenges and often go above and beyond to make sure I pass my assignments. Our tutors also get in touch with us personally to talk things through and make sure we’re progressing well and that we’re happy. I always feel as supported as I would in class.

The teachers have made learning online a good experience and lot easier and smoother than I expected. They are really helpful and have been super supportive and caring. They’re very clear with instructions and provide a lot of assistance.I feel I get plenty of personal attention and they’ve been great mentors over getting to university.

Key contacts

During orientation, we will introduce you to your individual support contacts who will include the Tutors, Subject Teachers and Deans of your course.

General Enquiries: studentsupport@up.education
UP Accommodation: accommodation@up.education
UP Admissions: admissions@up.education
Timetable Enquiries: timetable@up.education

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September 2023 Orientation Programme for

The University of Auckland Certificate in Foundation Studies Accelerated (Level 3)

Table of Contents

Schedule

Checklist

Before each session:

During orientation:

Student Declaration

Student Resources

Parent Resources

See what other students say about studying with UP Education

Key contacts

Foundation Studies

Extension Programme

Undergraduate Degree

Student Support

Life on campus

University Pathways

Online delivery

Study in NZ