International Orientation

Join us for international students' orientation to get the best start to your University of Auckland experience.

2025 Orientation

Orientation is a great way to familiarise yourself with your new study environment and place of living. The University's Orientation Weeks are held in the week prior to the semester start. 

Semester One: 24-28 Feburary 2025
Semester Two: 14-18 July 2025

New international students are encouraged to attend Internatioanl Orientation and their respective Postgraduate or Undergraduate Orientation, during that week, to set you up with the best possible start to your study experience in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Registration links will be posted soon.

2025 International Orientation

We encourage all new international students to arrive in Auckland in time for International Orientation.

When: 24 February 2025, 8.30am-1pm
Where: University of Auckland Business School, 12 Grafton Road, City Campus (map)

This morning of interactive information sessions will give you an overview about what you need to know when studying at the University of Auckland, living here and enjoying your time in New Zealand. 

We will cover:

  • Visas and insurance
  • Support services at the University
  • Living in Auckland and New Zealand
  • Saftey and security

Short-term Study Abroad and Exchange students

International students coming to study at the University of Auckland as short-term Study Abroad or Exchange student, i.e. your programme on your Offer of Admission to the University of Auckland states:

  • Certificate of Proficiency - Exchange, or
  • Certificate of Proficiency for Overseas (Study Abroad)

Please do not register through the link on this page. You will receive a separate sign-up link in your email.

Register for Semester One 2025 International Orientation

International Doctoral Candidates' orientation

There is lots to think about when embarking on the PhD journey not only academically but also setting up your life in a new country. In addition to the main compulsory doctoral induction programme, the University holds special inductions for international doctoral candidates.

Dates for 2025 will be released soon.

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