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Orientation tour on Auckland campus.

Auckland campus orientation - Ahunga ki Ōtehā

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

Join us for orientation week beginning 7 July 2026.

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.

Browse our orientation schedule to see what's on. You can navigate through the schedule by clicking on the dates available and use the category filters to find events relevant to you.

We recommend you attend the Mihi Whakatau, a Massey 101 session and your college or qualification welcome. If you are an international student, you should also attend the international student orientation session.

Auckland campus orientation schedule

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Monday July 6

  • 6.00pm to 7.00pm - Massey halls Auckland welcome session (residents only)

    In person
    SNW100
    Welcomes and tours

    Join us for an overview of Massey halls, including our services, how we operate, important community living expectations and everything you need to know to help you settle in and make the most of your halls experience.

Tuesday July 7

  • 11.00am to 1.00pm - Pasifika students drop into the Fale

    In person
    Fale
    Pacific

    Pasifika students can drop into the Ōtehā Fale to check in with our Pasifika staff and hear about the services available.

  • 11.30am to 12.30pm - Campus tour

    In person
    AT2, Atrium Building
    Welcomes and tours

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

  • 12.00pm to 2.00pm - Te Rau Tauawhi – Māori student support

    In person
    Te Whare Taupua - Atrium Building 1.23
    Support and advice
    Māori

    Drop in during orientation to meet our team and get support with enrolment, Stream, passwords, scholarships and general queries. Enjoy a welcoming space with kai and opportunities for kōrero.

  • 12.00pm to 1.00pm - Lunch with Te Tira Ahu Pae - your student association

    In person
    Student Plaza
    Social

    We're teaming up with Massey to bring you free lunch!

    Swing by, grab some food and enjoy some good vibes while you're there.

  • 1.00pm to 2.00pm - Massey Business School undergraduate welcome

    In person
    IC2.51
    Business

    Join us for Ignite, Massey Business School's undergraduate orientation. In this session, you'll meet some of your first-year academic staff, the dedicated support team who are here to help you succeed and your fellow students.

    Ignite orientation is an opportunity to build connections and have some fun, to set you up for a successful and enjoyable semester.

  • 1.00pm to 2.00pm - Bachelor of Construction welcome

    In person
    SC1.27
    Sciences
    Distance

    Official welcome to new distance construction students. You will meet key school staff and find out all you need to know for your semester in construction.

  • 1.00pm to 2.00pm - Construction masters and postgraduate qualifications welcome

    In person
    IC1.07
    Welcomes and tours
    Sciences

    Come and join the postgraduate team from the School of Built Environment to talk all things postgraduate study in Construction.

    This session is for all Masters in Construction, Postgraduate Diploma in Construction or other construction postgraduate students. Students studying a Graduate Diploma or Diploma should attend the undergraduate session.

  • 3.00pm to 4.00pm - Massey halls Auckland welcome session (residents only - Mandarin translation)

    In person
    Te Rito
    Welcomes and tours

    Join us for an overview of Massey halls, including our services, how we operate, important community living expectations and everything you need to know to help you settle in and make the most of your halls experience.

    For this session, we will also have a Wellbeing Advisor present who will be able to provide support with translation in Mandarin.

  • 7.00pm to 9.00pm - Online escape room

    Online only
    Social

    Join us on Zoom for an online escape room where you'll solve clues and work together to beat the clock. Plus, there may be prizes up for grabs!

Wednesday July 8

  • 11.30am to 12.00pm - Campus tour

    In person
    Student plaza
    Welcomes and tours

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

  • 12.00pm to 2.00pm - Te Rau Tauawhi - Māori student support Matariki Event

    In person
    Te Whare Taupua - Atrium Building 1.23
    Support and advice
    Māori

    Join us for a Matariki-themed activity. An opportunity to connect, celebrate Matariki, ask questions and learn more about the support services available as a Māori student.

  • 12.00pm to 1.00pm - Student services showcase

    In person
    Student Plaza
    Welcomes and tours
    Support and advice

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

  • 12.00pm to 1.00pm - Lunch

    In person
    Student plaza
    Social

    Join us for free kai.

  • 1.00pm to 3.00pm - Master of Management welcome

    In person
    IC2.01
    Business

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

  • 1.00pm to 3.00pm - Master of Finance welcome

    In person
    AT5
    Business

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

  • 1.00pm to 3.00pm - Master of Professional Accountancy welcome

    In person
    AT6
    Business

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

  • 1.00pm to 5.00pm - Massey University College (MUC) programme welcome

    In person
    IC1.15
    Welcomes and tours

    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.

    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)
  • 2.00pm to 3.00pm - Agribusiness,Agricultural Sci, Animal Sci, Earth & Environmental Sci, Horticultural Sci

    Online only
    Sciences

    Come to this session to meet key lecturers, find out what to expect from your distance agricultural science related studies at Massey and where to get information and advice. This is for all students studying the following qualifications:

    • Bachelor of Agribusiness
    • Bachelor of Agricultural Science
    • Bachelor of Animal Science
    • Bachelor of Earth & Environmental Science
    • Bachelor of Horticultural Science.

Thursday July 9

  • 9.00am to 11.00am - Te Tumu Whakatipu welcome

    In person
    IC1.15
    Welcomes and tours

    If you're enrolled in the Certificate of University Preparation or the Certificate in Foundation Studies, we can't wait to meet you at this session.

    Join us to connect with fellow ākonga and our team. 

  • 11.00am to 11.30am - Craft and connect

    In person
    IC1.13
    Social

    An interactive session designed to help new students settle into university life and build meaningful connections with their peers. Through anonymous sharing, open conversations and a creative bracelet-making activity, students can begin forming friendships in a fun and supportive environment.

    Facilitated by Massey Guides, the session encourages a sense of belonging and helps students feel more confident and connected within the Massey community.

  • 11.30am to 12.00pm - Study skills 101

    In person
    IC1.15
    Support and advice

    Study Skills 101 is a practical, introductory workshop offered during orientation week. It helps students understand what’s expected as they begin their studies and introduces the wide range of support available through the Centre for Learner Success.

  • 12.00pm to 2.00pm - Kai & Kōrero with Te Rau Tauawhi - Māori student support

    In person
    Te Whare Taupua - Atrium Building 1.23
    Support and advice
    Māori

    Join us for kai and kōrero in a relaxed, welcoming space. An opportunity to connect, celebrate Matariki, ask questions and learn more about the support services available as a Māori student.

  • 12.00pm to 1.00pm - Campus highlights tour

    In person
    Student plaza
    Welcomes and tours

    Explore key spaces such as reception, the gym, study areas, Māori and Pacific support, student services and the library. Perfect if you usually study from home but want to know what’s here when you visit campus.

  • 12.00pm to 1.00pm - Lunch

    In person
    Student plaza
    Social

    Join us for free kai.

  • 1.00pm to 1.30pm - Library tour

    In person
    Library
    Welcomes and tours

    Tour the library, study spaces and the rest of your campus.

  • 6.30pm to 9.00pm - Trivia quiz night

    In person
    The Merchant
    Social

    Got random facts taking up space in your brain? It's your time to shine at our Pub Quiz Night. Grab your mates or go in pairs and compete for some epic prizes.

  • 7.00pm to 8.00pm - Massey Business School welcome

    Online only
    Business

    Connect with other Massey Business School students, meet some of your core teachers, hear great advice from experienced students and get familiar with the support and opportunities open to you.

Saturday July 11

  • 1.00pm to 5.00pm - Massey Business School event for Pacific students

    In person
    Sir Neil Waters Building
    Business
    Pacific

    Pacific Student Success - Massey Business School College-Based Advisors Naita and Akanesi invite all Pacific business students to come and be inspired for the year ahead. Regardless of what year of study you are in and whether you are studying on campus or distance online, this event is an opportunity for you to be inspired and make meaningful connections with fellow students, staff and alumni. This event is open to all Pacific students if you want to know more about services available to you.

    Please contact Akanesi Moimoi for more information at A.Moimoi@massey.ac.nz

Monday July 13

  • 11.00am to 2.00pm - Welcome day

    In person
    Student Plaza
    Social

    Welcome Day is the perfect chance to connect, explore and get involved. There'll be popcorn, cotton candy and sausage sizzles.

  • 7.00pm to 9.00pm - Murder mystery

    Online only
    Social

    Join us for an interactive online Murder Mystery Party where secrets, clues, and unexpected twists await. Plus, there may be prizes up for grabs!

    Register to receive more information on your character, what to expect and online access.

Tuesday July 14

  • 6.30pm to 9.30pm - Movie night

    In person
    Event Cinema
    Social

    We're heading off campus to the Events Cinema for an upcoming movie screening of Minions & Monsters. All attendees will be provided free popcorn.

Wednesday July 15

  • 11.00am to 2.00pm - Clubs' Day

    In person
    Student Plaza
    Social

    Join a club! Meet new people, try something different and discover what our campus has to offer at Clubs Day.

Thursday July 16

  • 1.00pm to 1.30pm - Lunch on us - Te Tira Ahu Pae

    In person
    Enterprise room
    Social

    Join Te Tira Ahu Pae for lunch - your student association.

  • 7.00pm to 9.00pm - Murder mystery

    Online only
    Social

    Join us for an interactive online Murder Mystery Party where secrets, clues, and unexpected twists await. Plus, there may be prizes up for grabs!

    Register to receive more information on your character, what to expect and online access.

  • 8.30pm to 11.59pm - Student bar night

    In person
    Mama Loco
    Social

    Join us for student bar night at Mama Loco and enjoy food and drinks included with your $10 ticket. Ticket sales close 48 hours before the event. You must bring physical ID (not student ID) to enter. No ID, no entry.

Saturday July 18

Two students seated and talking in social hub on campus. Two students seated and talking in social hub on campus.

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.