Student life

Get set up for success—get an idea of what to expect in your first year, read our study tips and explore opportunities to get involved in university life.

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Your first trimester

Your first trimester will bring new expectations, experiences and challenges. Find out what to expect so you can make the most of it.
Two female Pasifika students working on laptops in the library.

How to study

Get some helpful study tips and tricks for your first year—managing your time and assessments, avoiding plagiarism, and figuring out who to ask for help.
A group of male Pasifika students performing a traditional dance at a graduation celebration at Victoria University of Wellington

Get involved

University isn’t just essays and assessments. Extracurricular activities are a great way to boost your CV, broaden your mind, make new friends, and have fun.
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Online learning

Learning online is great for flexibility. Take this online module to help harness the skills you need to make the most out of learning online.
WGTN (Wellington) Hall students socialising and playing games in the Hunter Lounge

WGTN Hall

WGTN Hall is ‘a hall without walls’—a programme that will help you get involved and make the most out of your first year at university.
Three smiling students wearing T-shirts saying 'student ambassador' standing outside a faculty office.

UNI101

Get involved with the UNI 101 programme when you start uni—connect with other new students, find your way around and get tips for study and student life.
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Set career goals

It's never too early to start thinking about where your degree could take you after you graduate—our Careers and Employment team can help.