April 2024 Orientation Programme for
Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme
Registered as UP International College Foundation Studies Programme
The UP International College Foundation Studies Programme is taught at our campus in Wellington, New Zealand and online around the world. We aim to prepare all students for entry into Victoria University of Wellington and equip them with the skills to succeed.
We are ready to help you succeed in your studies. In order to ensure a smooth start, we have arranged a series of orientation activities for you, and in some cases your parents too, so that you are all set to begin classes as planned.
Schedule
All sessions are held in New Zealand Standard Time.
Onshore student registration – UP International College Wellington – VUW | ||
10:30 am – 1:00 pm Wellington campus – Level 1, West Wing, Railway Station, 2 Bunny St, Wellington Roe Martinez-Sega, UPIC Administrator | All new students must attend on campus Students will need to report to the campus to complete their registration forms. Please bring your physical passport and visa with you. |
Homestay Workshop | ||
11:30 am – 12:00 pm Attend online from Campus | All Under 18 students and any Over 18 students staying in Homestay must attend on campus |
Lunch Break | ||
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm |
UPIC Meet and Greet | ||
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm Wellington campus – Level 1, West Wing, Railway Station, 2 Bunny St, Wellington Mike Schwass (Operations Coordinator) Roe Martinez-Sega (UPIC Administrator) | Onshore students will receive a welcome from their Head of College and other staff. |
Session 1: Welcome to VUW and Subject Selection | ||
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Bryce Pedersen, Head of College Jacques September, Dean Roe Martinez, UPIC Administrator Mike Schwass (Operations Coordinator) | All new students This session is designed to meet the Head of College and learn more about your chosen programme. There is also an opportunity at the end of the session to ask any questions you may have. |
Session 2: Digital Tools | ||
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Bryce Pedersen, Head of College UPIC | All new students Introduction to Blackboard which is our Learning Management System and where all resources will be available. Access to student email and how to navigate it. |
Session 3: Getting the Most out of your Study | ||
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Bryce Pedersen, Head of College UPIC | All new students Take students through tips and guidance for learning – both online and onsite. Making the most out of lesson times, how to communicate effectively with your teachers, planning your independent study time. |
Session 4: UPIC Welfare | ||
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Katie Gao, Student Support Team Leader Matt Kelly, Pastoral Care Coordinator | All new students Introduction to the Senior Leadership Team, Sonder and Student Services and their role, the Role of Tutors and Deans. |
Session 5: Q&A with Programme Leaders | ||
4:30 pm – 5:00 pm Online, Microsoft Teams Julian Latimer, Head of College UOAIC Bryce Pedersen, Head of College UPIC Brian Davy-Taefu (Foundation Connect Programme Coordinator) | All new students Open session for any questions that students might have before they commence their study. |
Checklist
Before each session:
- Check that you have a stable internet connection
- Set up your microphone and camera
- Use your school log-ins when joining the Orientation sessions if it is available
During orientation:
- Login to Blackboard
- Login to your student email
- Set up Outlook
- Set up Microsoft Teams
- Have you submitted your subject selection form?
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Key Contacts
During orientation, we will introduce you to your individual support contacts who will include the Tutors, Subject Teachers and Deans of your course.
- General enquiries: studentsupport@up.education
- UP Accommodation: accommodation@up.education
- UP Admissions: admissions@up.education
- Dean: jacques.september@up.education
- Timetable Enquiries: timetable@up.education