Reference guide for new students

Welcome to the Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries, the University of Auckland's centre of creative learning and professional expertise.

Below are some helpful links to support you as you settle into life in our faculty. For information specific to your school or programme, contact the Student Hubs.

Student support at the Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries

Key dates for the academic year

Find semester start and finish, study break, public holiday, special events and exam dates for the current academic year:

Important dates

Study essentials

To help you settle into your studies, the University offers a range of excellent student services, including access to course planning advice, academic skills programmes and specialist career guidance.

Student support services

New undergraduates

Before you start

Learn how to enrol in classes, view your timetables, update your details and more; and find out about the University's academic policies and procedures.

Student Services Online
Academic policies and procedures

Grade descriptors

Grade descriptions and percentage values are listed in the document below. Course aims, learning outcomes and assessment criteria are course specific – for more information, please refer to the relevant Course Outline on CANVAS.

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New postgraduates

Before you start

Please contact the relevant postgraduate adviser to discuss degree planning prior to starting the enrolment process and familiarise yourself with the University's policies and procedures.