In addition to course registration, the orientation program provides students with an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the campus and meet some of the University staff, as well as giving a general introduction to studying and living in New Zealand. The International Centre assists in the provision of the services outlined below. Housing The halls of residence cater for approximately 530 residential students. Students live in modern, carpeted, fully furnished, single bedrooms, with shared bathroom facilities. Each of the six halls has a communal TV lounge, kitchens for cooking light meals, and laundry facilities.
Housing includes two meals per day, breakfast and dinner.
A wide range of services and activities are provided for residents. These include academic tutoring, workshops on study and exam skills, video and social evenings, special dinners, and sports competitions. The Recreation Centre offers such sporting activities as squash, badminton, volleyball, aerobics, rugby, soccer, golf, and swimming. For those students interested in living off campus, the International Centre provides temporary housing while they are looking and assistance in locating accommodations.