The University of Auckland Pre-departure and arrival guide Contents Welcome to the University of Auckland 3 Ready, set, go! 4 About this guide Ready for departure Preparing for study in another country is full of excitement and challenges. We hope that this guide will Student visa 5 answer your questions, calm your nerves, and get you ready for life at the University of Auckland. IT essentials 6 Insurance 7 Pack your luggage 8 The more you know Get connected Airport arrival 9 We have a huge amount of information for international students Click the Facebook logo below to like our International Student available on our website. You can also contact our AskAuckland team Support page, and make sure to check your University email for Accommodation 10 with any enquiries. iNews - our fortnightly international student newsletter. Cost of living 11 Need a hand? Just arrived Our friendly and dedicated team of international student advisers City of Sails 12 are here to support you. If you need any guidance preparing for your departure or settling into life in Auckland, you can email us at Getting around 12
[email protected], or check the key contacts page for Staying connected 12 more details. Banking 12 Shopping 13 Employment ready 13 Adapting to Kiwi life Code of Practice 15 Culture shock 15 Kiwi culture 15 Staying safe 16 At the University Orientation 17 Student services 17 City Campus facilities 19 Key contacts 19 Welcome to the University of Auckland Welcome to the University of Auckland, and an exciting new By choosing to study with us, you will build yourself a foundation that academic life in New Zealand’s largest and most vibrant city.