International Orientation
A great way to familiarise yourself with your new study environment and place of living.
Orientation is held in the week prior to the start of the semester.
- Semester One: 23-27 Februrary 2026
- Semester Two: 13-17 July 2026
We recommend arriving in Auckland in time to attend International Orientation. The interactive information sessions will give you a great start to your overseas study experience and help you navigate Auckland and the University.
You will not only meet other new students but we will also cover a number of essential topics:
- Visas and insurance
- Support available for students
- Living in Auckland (and New Zealand)
- Staying safe during your time here
Semester One
Date: Monday 23 February 2026
Time: 8.30am-1.15pm
Location: Sir Owen G Glenn Building, 12 Grafton Road, City Campus, Auckland Central 1010
Remember to also register for your faculty specific orientation.
Note for short-term Study Abroad and exchange students:
If you are an international student coming to study as a short-term Study Abroad or exchange student please do not register through the link on this page. You will receive a separate registration link in your email from the Study Abroad team.
If this applies to you, your programme on your Offer of Admission to the University of Auckland will say:
- Certificate of Proficiency - Exchange, or
- Certificate of Proficiency for Overseas (Study Abroad)
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Orientation
Whether you are an undergraduate or postgraduate student, we advise you to attend your respective undergraduate or postgradaute orientation, in addition to the International Orientation event. These events cover different topics related to your particular degree and faculty.
International Doctoral candidate induction
There is a lot to think about when embarking on your PhD journey, not only academically but also setting up your life in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
It is compulsory to attend the in-person Doctoral induction, held by the School of Graduate Studies (SGS), within the first two months of your enrolment start date. We recommend you attend as soon as possible.
At the end of each Doctoral induction, you are encouraged to stay for an additional information session tailored for international candidates.
You can find out more under Information for new doctoral candidates.
Quarter intakes for Business Masters students
If you are starting your studies with us in one of the masters degrees at our Business School in Quarters Two or Four, please refer to the communication from the team at the Graduate School of Management.