Starting university is an exciting adventure, but it can also feel overwhelming. From getting to know campus to finding your community, there’s a lot to adjust to. That’s where UC Mentors come in, experienced students who have been through it all and are here to help you feel at home.
UC Mentors are second-year students or above who understand what it’s like to start university. They can answer your questions, share their experiences, and help you connect with people, places, and opportunities on campus. Whether it’s discovering social groups, finding your favourite spots, or pointing you toward support services, they are here to help you find your place at UC.
Explore other peer support options designed to suit your needs. UC offers a range of initiatives, each providing support through different perspectives and catering to the diverse experiences of our students.
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UniLife
UC's "Halls Without Walls"
UniLife is a supportive community of first-year undergraduates, all eager to make the most of their university experience from day one. Open to students not living in the halls, this free mentoring programme connects you with like-minded peers, student services, and a range of academic and social opportunities to ensure a supportive, fun, and enriching start to your UC journey. Learn more about UniLife below!
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UniLife
UC's "Halls Without Walls"
UniLife is a supportive community of first-year undergraduates, all eager to make the most of their university experience from day one. Open to students not living in the halls, this free mentoring programme connects you with like-minded peers, student services, and a range of academic and social opportunities to ensure a supportive, fun, and enriching start to your UC journey. Learn more about UniLife below!
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UniLife
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(PALS) Peer Assisted Learning Support
(PALS) Peer Assisted Learning Support is a peer-to-peer programme that brings students together in regular group study sessions that are aligned with a first-year course. These sessions are facilitated by PALS leaders who are motivated and successful past students of that course. Find out more about PALS.
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(PALS) Peer Assisted Learning Support
(PALS) Peer Assisted Learning Support is a peer-to-peer programme that brings students together in regular group study sessions that are aligned with a first-year course. These sessions are facilitated by PALS leaders who are motivated and successful past students of that course. Find out more about PALS.
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(PALS) Peer Assisted Learning Support
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Māori & Pacific tutoring
This tutoring programme provides additional tutoring for Pacific and Māori students at no extra cost. It's available to supplement what you learn in lectures and tutorials. Find out about Māori and Pacific tutoring options at UC.
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Māori & Pacific tutoring
This tutoring programme provides additional tutoring for Pacific and Māori students at no extra cost. It's available to supplement what you learn in lectures and tutorials. Find out about Māori and Pacific tutoring options at UC.
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Māori & Pacific tutoring
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ENGME!
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ENGME!
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ENGME!
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Student Wellbeing Team
Te Oranga Ākonga
From peer support to campus events, the Student Wellbeing team helps you look after your wellbeing while you study.
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Student Wellbeing Team
Te Oranga Ākonga
From peer support to campus events, the Student Wellbeing team helps you look after your wellbeing while you study.
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Student Wellbeing Team
In addition to UC MAPS and other UC-led initiatives, students can explore programmes run by UCSA, the University of Canterbury Students’ Association.
UCSA Pathseekers Programme
The Pathseekers Programme is a peer support programme where knowledgeable students are paired up with any students who want support from a peer.
