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Getting yourself sorted

15 July 2025

Welcome to UC! We’re excited to have you. 

HOW TO APPLY

It can be tricky knowing how to start university. To help you settle in and get going on your path to success, you will find some Student Notices with the key information you need to start your journey on the right foot throughout the term.

Today’s notice will steer you in the direction of some key information about being a UC student.  

Complete your enrolment

Sounds simple, but don't forget to complete your enrolment by 27 July! Find more about the enrolment process here

Accepted your enrolment agreement? Here are your next steps

‘Welcome to UC’ from the Crusaders 

Starting university is a new journey, and it's up to you to make the most of it! 

Hear from the Crusaders on how to make the most of this transition.  

Stay connected at UC 

Keep connected with what’s happening on campus, the latest news and advice, competitions, upcoming events, and student stories. Here are the digital channels and publications you should follow to stay in the know:

  • Current students page - This page is regularly updated and includes everything you need to succeed throughout your journey at UC. Bookmark the page so you can check it regularly – and easily – for updates!

  • UC student email address – all students are provided with one. Make sure you check your student email at least once a week to ensure you don’t miss any important messages. Find out how to access your email address here>  

  • Student Notices – Your go-to space to stay informed and connected to UC. Whether it’s essential university announcements, upcoming opportunities, or need-to-know info, you’ll find it all here.

Libraries 

We have three libraries at UC – Puaka-James Hight Central Library, Engineering and Physical Sciences Library and the Macmillan Brown Library. They each offer a range of services to support your academic studies. You can read more about them here.

Te Pātaka

UC’s Te Pātaka | Student Services Hub is the first place to visit if you’ve got a question or need help with something while you’re studying here. Te Pātaka is located in the centre of Ilam campus on level 2 in Puaka-James Hight Central Library.   

Kaitoko | Student Advisors   

If you are in your first year of study at UC, Kaitoko provide academic and holistic support for first year students to help you navigate UC and achieve your study goals. Find out more about Kaitoko here.

Timetable

Once you've accepted your Enrolment Agreement you'll be able to create your personalised timetable using My Timetable. You are responsible for accessing and checking timetable information to work out where and when your lectures and tutorials are. Learn how to organise your timetable here.

AKO | Learn 

AKO | Learn provides all the resources you need for each course. Log in regularly to access your course material and course calendar, find details about assessments, connect with other course members, and read important updates from your lecturers.  

Te Pokapū Pūkenga Ako | Academic Skills Centre (ASC)

Whether you need to level up your writing, stay on top of deadlines, or pick up smarter study hacks - they’ve got free workshops, resources, and expert advice to help you work smarter, not harder. Read more and see the Term 3 programme.


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