Orientation
Choose from Hamilton or Tauranga campus and dive into a whirlwind of fun events, campus tours, and the chance to connect with fellow students. Start your uni journey with Orientation at the University of Waikato!
Welcome to Orientation!
Orientation is the time for new students to get acquainted with the University! Find out where things are, how to use our systems, what spaces are available for you to enjoy and who will support you during your time studying with us.
Getting started with Moodle
Moodle is the primary online learning environment at the University of Waikato. Discover helpful tips and instructions for accessing and using Moodle.
There is also an Orientation self-enrol online Study Smart Moodle to set you up for success in your first year at Waikato.
What to expect
Re-Orientation will run from the 1st - 5th July 2024 and is specifically designed for new students to help you settle into University study. Essential presentations will be hosted on campus so that you get all the information and support you need for your first year of study, as well as plenty of fun activities throughout the week.
Disorientation will run from the 8th - 12th July 2024 of Orientation. Hosted by the Waikato Students’ Union, Disorientation is meant for both current students and new students to have fun and make connections. There will be activities, competitions and prizes up for grabs.
Check out the WSU Facebook page for more information.
Re-Orientation – Hamilton 2024
11am — 12.00pm
Event: New student Pōwhiri
Join us at the wharenui in our new state-of-the-art facility, The Pā, to be formally welcomed to start your University journey. There will be refreshments served afterwards and all whānau are welcome.
A pōwhiri is a welcome ceremony conducted in accordance with tikanga Māori (Māori protocols and customs). The pōwhiri contains multiple interlocking rituals for both men and women. You can view a good guide of what you will see and experience as part of the ceremony by watching this Guide to the Unitec Pōwwhiri on YouTube.
Venue: Ko Te Tangata, The Pā
12pm — 1pm
Event: Campus Tour
A guided tour with our Student Ambassadors exploring our campus, facilities and study spaces.
Venue: Level 2 foyer, Te Manawa – Student Centre
12.30 — 1pm
Event: Library tour
In the heart of Te Manawa, the Student Centre, you will find the University Library full of resources and staff who can support you in achieving your academic goals. Whether you need to find a resource, someone to help format your reference list, or simply want somewhere quiet to study, the Library is here to help. Come take a look for yourself to see what the Library has to offer during your studies
Venue: Level 2, Te Manawa – Student Centre
12.30 — 2pm
Event: Māori ki Waikato
Kickstart your akoranga, your studies, by connecting with whānau that will enhance your student experience. Being part of the Māori community on campus is about making epic memories, lifelong friendships, developing yourself personally and professionally, and learning sets of skills that will equip you for your studies and beyond. Wepua e hoa mā! 2024 We got this!"
Venue: Ko Te Tangata, The Pā
10am — 12pm
Event: Study Smart: Academic Information
Set yourself up for academic success with our Study Smart session. Across five activities, learn about essential study skills, key systems, and the services available to help you succeed, including how to: - use key learning technologies like Moodle; - manage your time; - study efficiently and effectively; - use the Library's online and print resources; and - make the best use of lectures, tutorials and labs.
There is also a self-enrol online Study Smart Moodle shell that you can complete in your own time.
Venue: L Block
12 — 1pm
Event: Bachelor of Health and Bachelor of Sport & Human Performance Orientation
Learn more about you can expect from your first trimester of study in the Bachelor of Health or Bachelor of Sport and Human Performance programme, meet other new students and connect with staff. Lunch will be provided.
Venue: S.1.03
12 — 1pm
Event: Campus Tour
A guided tour with our Student Ambassadors exploring our campus, facilities and study spaces.
Venue: Level 2 foyer, Te Manawa – Student Centre
12.30 — 1pm
Event: Library tour
1 — 2pm
Event: Science and Engineering Laboratory Health & Safety
Labs are an important part of your degree, and in most cases compulsory. Come find out everything you need to know before heading into your first lab!
Venue: F.2.11
10am — 12pm
Event: International Students Orientation
This is a compulsory session for all new international students joining the University. During this session, you will meet key support staff and receive information regarding specific services available to international students.
Venue: PWC, Management School
12 — 1pm
Event: Campus tour
A guided tour with our Student Ambassadors exploring our campus, facilities and study spaces.
Venue: Level 2 foyer, Te Manawa - Student Centre
12.30 — 1pm
Event: Library tour
1 — 2.30pm
Event: Academic and Support Services Expo
Come along to find out more information on academic services and study advising from key Divisional staff aswell as other services provided on our campus including support teams, Student Health, UniRec, eSports arena, Wellbeing Hub, Library and more.
Venue: Te Ahurutanga, The Pā
10.30 — 11.30am
Event: Pacific at Waikato
Warm Pacific greetings and welcome to Pacific at Waikato. Come find out more about what we have to offer for Pacific student success.
Venue: The Conch
12 — 1pm
Event: Campus tour
A guided tour with our Student Ambassadors exploring our campus, facilities and study spaces.
Venue: Level 2 foyer, Te Manawa - Student Centre
12.30 — 1pm
Event: Library tour
10.30 — 11.30am
Event: International buddy programme.
Venue: By invitation only.
Tauranga Orientation - Tuesday 2 July 2024
New student welcome & morning tea.
Nau mai, haere mai. Your University of Waikato Tauranga journey starts here. We warmly invite you to gather in The Hub on Level 1 before being welcomed by the University's kaumātua and after, invited to enjoy some morning tea.
Please bring your own water bottle for the day. Filtered water stations are available on campus.
Venue: Te Manawaroa (1.07)
Make sure you're ready for study by attending this session. It will cover a whole bunch of topics including: facilities, services and the support systems are available to you.
Venue: Te Manawaroa (1.07)
Get a head start on your studies.
Moodle is our online learning space; all your papers and supporting materials can be found here. Come along to find out what it is, how to use it, how to navigate the Library website and find quality academic resources for assignments. We'll discuss time management, academic integrity, and where to find referencing help and academic learning support.
Venue: Te Manawaroa (1.07)
The Tauranga Campus was designed with history, heritage and cultural identity carefully integrated into the design. Come along to this tour to unlock the stories told in the carvings and artworks of the campus.
Nau mai haere mai.
Join us for Subway
Venue: Ātea
A warm welcome to the University of Waikato! This is a compulsory session for all new international students joining the University on our Tauranga campus. During this session, you will meet other international students, support staff and receive information pertaining to international students.
Venue: TCBD.G.04
Tūtira mai ngā iwi! E ngā iwi, kia tapatahi, kia kotahi rā ki Te Toka a Tirikawa me Te Kāhui Pīrere!
Come along to this session and find out what it means to be part of a Māori community on campus.
Venue: TCBD.2.12
Kia orāna, mālō e lelei, tālofa lava, fakaalofa lahi atu, ni sa bula vinaka, taloha ni, halo olaketa, kia orana, ko na mauri, tālofa, aloha and warm Pacific greetings.
Venue: TCBD.2.13