Semester 1 Orientation
Orientation is your chance to get prepared, meet new people, and feel supported as you begin your studies.
Attend compulsory orientation events, such as your faculty Rā Whakawhanaukataka | Orientation Day and International Student Orientation, to ensure you’re ready to start your Lincoln University journey.
Whether you're an undergraduate, postgraduate taught, research student, or pursuing a diploma or certificate, we’ve got you covered. Whānau and friends are welcome to support you as you start this exciting journey.
You are only required to attend the orientation activities that are specific to you.
Step 1: Start with your faculty
Start by identifying your faculty. A tailored orientation programme will be available for each faculty, including:
- Compulsory events like the LU official welcome, faculty welcome, programme orientation and International Student Orientation if you are an international student.
- Key activities and support services.
- Checklist to help you prepare and complete your enrolment.
Contact us if you need more information to find your faculty: mylinc@lincoln.ac.nz
Step 2: Mark your calendar
A Uni-Wide Orientation Calendar will provide you with a comprehensive schedule of all faculty-specific events and university-wide sessions, including enrolment help, course and timetable support, IT help, campus tours, and the Mihi Whakatau. The calendar will be colour-coded to help you easily identify your faculty and the tailored events for your cohorts.
Watch this space and save the dates to make a plan to attend your compulsory sessions. Whānau, family, and friends are welcome to join you to provide support.
Mihi Whakatau
Please join us in welcoming all new students and staff as they begin their journey at Lincoln University.
Step 3: Register for compulsory events
Registration is required for these compulsory events. Eligible students will receive an email with their registration link in January, and links will also be available on this page.
For all new students
Register for your faculty Rā Whakawhanaukataka | Orientation Day. It is tailored to your programme and connects you with faculty staff and other new students.
For new international students:
Attend both your faculty orientation and the International Student Orientation to help you settle into life and study in New Zealand.
Under-18 Orientation (domestic students not living on campus)
A chance to find out more about life as a uni student, meet fellow students and be briefed on the support available to you. You are welcome to bring whānau with you. It is important you still register for and attend your other orientation activities. Students will receive an email with more information about this orientation.
Step 4: Access support services
We're here to support you every step of the way. Throughout Orientation, you can access these services in Ivey Hall (Library), the School of Landscape Architecture (SoLA) building and the Student and Visitors Centre (SVC) Forbes building. These services are available throughout Orientation, so you can choose a time that works best for you.
- Enrolment help, course advice and timetable support: Get help completing your enrolment, choosing your courses, building your timetable, and getting prepared for the semester.
- Student ID card: Make sure your enrolment is completed before collecting your student ID card from Ivey Hall.
- IT help: Receive guidance to set up your Lincoln email, learning tools, printing and campus Wi-Fi.
- Campus tours: Join a guided tour to get familiar with the campus, locate key facilities, and find your classes.
- StudyLink support: Get help managing your StudyLink account and addressing questions about student loans and allowances.
Step 5: Plan your visit (what to bring)
A detailed activity calendar will be available in January.
Checklist: What to bring
- Orientation registration confirmation email(s): You'll need the QR code on the email to check in at your Faculty Orientation Day and International Student Orientation (if applicable).
- Device: Bring your laptop or tablet to get help setting up campus Wi-Fi, Akoraka, your timetable, printing services, and more. Devices will be used during sessions throughout the day
- Original documents: Bring your passport, NZ driver’s licence, or birth certificate to complete your enrolment and collect your student ID.
- Enrolment confirmation: Have a copy or email of your enrolment confirmation handy for student ID card collection.
We're here to help
If you have any questions or need assistance with Orientation, contact Wheako Tauira Student Experience.
Email: mylinc@lincoln.ac.nz
Visit: The Welcome Desk in the School of Landscape Architecture (SoLA) during orientation, or the staff in the Student and Visitor Centre (SVC).
Online Orientation
This session is for new students studying on campus who cannot attend their Faculty Rā Whakawhanaukataka | Orientation Day. The session will be recorded and uploaded to Akoraka during the first week of lectures.
For online study students:
Your orientation is available through Akoraka under My Courses - Whakawhanaukataka - Orientation (Online). It will be available after you are fully enrolled. If you cannot see the course after fully enrolling and your classes are starting within a week, please contact us for assistance.
You are also welcome to join the Online Orientation if you have time.