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Auckland campus orientation - Ahunga ki Ōtehā

Welcome to the Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University whānau in Auckland!

Orientation is the best way to prepare for study. We put on heaps of fun events so you can meet other students. You’ll also learn important study information, learn the campus and understand support services. By the time classes start, you’ll be ready to get going.

Orientation schedule

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Wednesday Feb. 11

  • 11.00am to 12.00pm - Massey tour

    In person
    Recreation Centre
    Welcomes and tours

    Massey Guides will take you on a tour. Discover where to find essential places and services. You'll also find out where the different lecture theatres are on campus.

    Follow Massey Guide on masseypedia_akl Instagram page.

Saturday Feb. 14

  • 11.00am to 2.00pm - Pacific family day orientation

    In person
    SNW Foyer
    Pacific

    A welcome session for all new (on-campus and distance) students at Massey Pacific in Auckland.

    We want to welcome not only the students but also their support systems at home.

Monday Feb. 16

  • 11.00am to 11.45am - Library tour

    In person
    Library building L2
    Welcomes and tours

    Explore the spaces and services available to you.

  • 2.00pm to 2.45pm - Library tour

    In person
    Library building L2
    Welcomes and tours

    Explore the spaces and services available to you.

Tuesday Feb. 17

  • 10.00am to 11.00am - Mihi Whakatau – Official university welcome and morning tea

    In person
    Student Plaza
    Welcomes and tours

    Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa. E mihi atu nei ki ā koe me tō whānau i tēnei wā.

    Kia ū, kia mau ki te ara o te mātauranga, ā, kia kaha.

    Welcome to Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University. A special occasion for all new tauira (students) and whānau as well. We invite you to join us to welcome you to Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa Massey University.

  • 11.00am to 11.45am - Library tour

    In person
    Library building L2
    Welcomes and tours

    Explore the spaces and services available to you.

  • 11.30am to 12.30pm - Campus tour

    In person
    Student plaza
    Welcomes and tours

    Join our Massey Guides for a tour around campus. Discover where the essential places and services are and find out where the different lecture theatres are on campus.

    Allow 30 to 45 minutes.

  • 1.00pm to 3.00pm - Massey Business School undergraduate orientation

    In person
    SNW 100
    Business

    Connect with other MBS students, interact and have fun, meet some of your core teachers, hear great advice from experienced students and get familiar with the support and opportunities open to you.

  • 2.00pm to 2.45pm - Library tour

    In person
    Library building L2
    Welcomes and tours

    Explore the spaces and services available to you.

Wednesday Feb. 18

  • 9.00am to 10.00am - Submitting assignments in te reo Māori

    In person
    Te Whare Taupua - Te Rau Tauawhi
    Māori

    If you are intending on submitting assignments in te reo Māori, come along to this session to learn the process.

  • 11.00am to 2.00pm - Pacific drop in session

    In person
    Pacific Fale
    Pacific

    Opportunity for Pacific students to meet the Pacific staff at the Fale and answer any questions they may have, or just hang out.

  • 11.30am to 1.30pm - Campus tour

    In person
    Student plaza
    Welcomes and tours

    Join our Massey Guides for a tour around campus. Discover where the essential places and services are and find out where the different lecture theatres are on campus.

    Allow 30 to 45 minutes.

  • 12.00pm to 1.00pm - "Ask Me" stand

    In person
    Student Plaza
    Support and advice

    Visit our Massey Guides at their info desk if you would like help with Portal, Stream and other issues.

    Please bring your laptop with you if you need help with Portal or Stream.

  • 12.00pm to 5.00pm - Master of Applied Social Work

    In person
    SNW2.32
    Health

    Welcome to the School of Social Work. Join this session for an introduction to your qualification, to meet our staff, your lecturers and peers.

  • 1.30pm to 2.30pm - Sciences postgraduate student welcome

    In person
    SNW 300
    Sciences

    Your introduction to postgraduate studies in sciences at Massey, and an introduction to the key postgraduate contacts. Come for crucial advice for your Masters or Doctoral studies. We will end with a Q & A session and you can meet other PG students!

    Please note that Construction postgraduate qualifications are within the College of Sciences at Massey.

    Meet at the central plaza or concourse if you don’t know where you are going (look for the sciences signs) – and someone will show you the way.

  • 2.00pm to 2.45pm - Library tour

    In person
    Library building L2
    Welcomes and tours

    Explore the spaces and services available to you.

Thursday Feb. 19

  • 9.30am to 10.30am - Bachelor of Construction

    In person
    SNW 200
    Sciences

    Official welcome to new construction students. You'll meet with the school staff, find out what you need to know and meet student society reps.

  • 10.30am to 12.00pm - Construction BBQ

    In person
    Grass area between the Quad A Building and the IC Building
    Sciences

    A chance to meet other students in construction, as well as all the staff from the School of Built Environment at an informal BBQ.

    Both undergraduate and postgraduate students are welcome.

  • 11.00am to 1.00pm - Campus tour

    In person
    Student plaza
    Welcomes and tours

    Join our Massey Guides for a tour around campus. Discover where the essential places and services are and find out where the different lecture theatres are on campus.

    Allow 30 to 45 minutes.

  • 12.00pm to 2.00pm - Student services showcase

    In person
    Student Plaza
    Support and advice

    Come along to find out all about the services and support Massey has to offer you.

  • 12.00pm to 12.30pm - Study Skills 101 workshop (undergrad)

    In person
    IC1.07
    Support and advice

    Study Skills 101 is a practical, introductory workshop. You'll learn what’s expected as you begin your studies and be introduced to the wide range of support available through the Centre for Learner Success.

  • 12.30pm to 3.30pm - Massey University College programme inductions

    In person
    IC1.07
    Welcomes and tours
    Support and advice
    Business

    For new students enrolled in the following programmes:

    • General English
    • English for Academic Purposes 1
    • English for Academic Purposes 2
    • Foundation Certification (International)
    • Foundation Certification (International Accelerated)
    • Diploma (Business)
    • Graduate Diploma (Marketing)
    • Graduate Diploma (Management)

    The MUC Orientation session is an opportunity for you to meet your classmates and teachers, finalise your course enrolment, get your timetable and find out about all the support and opportunities available to you within your specific programme. It is compulsory that you attend this session so that you don’t miss any important information.

Friday Feb. 20

  • 9.00am to 11.30am - Massey Business School postgraduate qualifcations orientation

    In person
    SNW2.32
    Business

    Connect with other MBS students, interact and have fun, meet some of your core teachers, hear great advice from experienced students and get familiar with the support and opportunities open to you.

  • 11.00am to 11.45am - Library tour

    In person
    Library building L2
    Welcomes and tours

    Explore the spaces and services available to you.

  • 12.00pm to 1.00pm - Campus tour

    In person
    Student plaza
    Welcomes and tours

    Join our Massey Guides for a tour around campus. Discover where the essential places and services are and find out where the different lecture theatres are on campus.

    Allow 30 to 45 minutes.

Saturday Feb. 21

  • 9.30am to 2.45pm - Distance students day

    In person
    SNW
    Distance
    • Arrive, check in and explore info tables
    • Welcome Mihi
    • Study Buddy mixer – find your people
    • How to succeed as a distance student activity – connect and create
    • Massey 101 for distance students
    • Lunch
    • Campus highlights tour
    • Study skills session with achievement support, Māori and Pacific support, wellbeing and careers
    • Lift and shift – tea/coffee meet-up
    • Q&A – what do you need/want
    • Finish – wrap-up and next steps
  • 11.00am to 11.45am - Library tour

    In person
    Library building L2
    Welcomes and tours

    Explore the spaces and services available to you.

Monday Feb. 23

  • 7.00pm to 8.30pm - A Night to Remember

    In person
    Student Lounge
    Social

    Join us for A Night to Remember!

    We've got bingo, prizes, snacks and a Q&A 'ask the expert panel'.

    We have experts from a range of external organisations specialising in sexual health, rainbow and takatāpui, drug and alcohol safety and sexual violence prevention coming to answer all your questions on how to stay safe and have fun!

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Set yourself up for semester

Make sure you're ready for starting study. Set up your password, log in to the student portal and learn to use Stream, MyHub and the Massey Uni app.

Services and support

We want you to have a great experience while you study with us. That's why we offer lots of support to help you make the most of student life.

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Campus library services

The library supports your study and research. Find out about our on campus services.

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Maps, transport and parking for Auckland campus

See maps and transport for our Auckland campus. View details of East Precinct and Albany Village, including buildings, bus stops, bike racks, parking and accessibility.

Facilities on the Auckland campus

Find locations, hours and contact details for the main facilities on the Auckland campus in Albany. We'll help you succeed in your studies and enjoy student life at Massey University.

Auckland halls of residence, apartments and studio units

Auckland student accommodation is in the heart of the campus at Te Ōhanga Village. There are catered halls, self-catered apartments, studio units, and shared communal facilities.