General University Terms

What is a Prerequisite?

Some papers build upon the knowledge gained in previous papers. For this reason it is necessary to take the earlier papers. These pre-condition papers must be taken prior to enrolling in other papers.

What is a Corequisite?

Pairs or groups of papers that must be taken at the same time.

What is a Corresponding Paper?

A paper that is equivalent or contains a significant amount of common content as another paper. Only one of these papers should be taken, as you will receive credit for one paper only.

Credit Points

Each paper is allocated points. The value reflects the workload linked with that paper.

120 points = 1 EFT. This means that 120 points is equivalent to one year of full-time study.

Undergraduate Qualifications

Normally the first degree for a student is an undergraduate degree. Students take papers starting at Level 1.

Graduate Qualifications

Students who have successfully completed an undergraduate qualification may be eligible to undertake a graduate qualification. The School offers a number of graduate qualifications such as the Master of Arts and Master of Māori and Pacific Development.

Enrolment Forms

There are two types of forms that students use for enrolling. These may be obtained from the Gateway (University enrolment office). For first time enrolments, students use the ATE1 (Application To Enrol) form. For returning students, ATE2 forms should be used.

To obtain an ATE1 or ATE2 application form, contact the University on 0800 Waikato or (07) 838 4176 and an enrolment pack will be sent to you. Complete and return your ATE to the University as soon as possible so that you have a better chance of gaining a place in your choice of qualification and papers.

Students can also enrol on-line at http://enrol.waikato.ac.nz/

Change of Enrolment

Once enrolled, you may change your programme of study (with the approval of your lecturers). You may collect a Change of Enrolment form from the reception area in the School. Instructions on how to complete the form are on the front page. When you have completed the form, you should return it to the reception area for signing by the Academic Programmes Manager. You are responsible for collecting your signed and approved form from reception.You must complete your change of enrolment within the timeframe or a late penalty fee may apply.

Applying for Credit for previous study

You can apply for credit for previous study completed at another tertiary institution and count that credit towards a University of Waikato programme. Any credit awarded is dependent on the type of qualification studied and the level, content and number of papers passed. When indicating that you wish to credit some papers towards your Waikato qualification, you will need to provide your academic record. Please contact the Credits Office on 838 4466 extension 8417 or email Jo Chambers at jocham@waikato.ac.nz.

StudyLink

StudyLink (formerly Work and Income new Zealand (WINZ)) administer student allowances and loans, and Unemployment Benefit Student Hardship.

Student Allowance - helps with your costs while you're studying
Student Loan - lets you borrow money to finance your tertiary studies
Unemployment Benefit Student Hardship - helps with your costs if you can't find work during the study break

To avoid delays, we recommend that you contact StudyLink at least six weeks before your papers begin. To find out about your eligibility and for application forms and more information, you can visit their website or call StudyLink free on 0800 88 99 00, or email student.services@winz.govt.nz. You can also contact our Study Link liaison officer Nadine Hayes on (07) 838 4790 or email her on nhayes@waikato.ac.nz.

Class Representative System

One or more class representatives (class reps) are appointed from among the student body of each undergraduate paper, normally early in the semester. The class representative system provides a means of ensuring that the student body has a voice in academic forums across the University. Class reps are available to assist with student complaints and represent students enrolled in the paper on the subject committee of the appropriate department. The co-ordinator of the class representative system, Brendon Gardner, is in the Student and Academic Services Division and can be contacted on (07) 838 4466 extension 6622 or email student.reps@waikato.ac.nz.

Students with a disability

The University is firmly committed to providing equity in education and welcomes students with disabilities into all areas of campus life. The University also has a commitment to increasing access for people with disabilities. Staff of the Disability Support Service and other University staff are here to assist all students with disabilities, impairments, injuries or chronic illnesses who are studying at the University, and will ensure students' learning requirements are being met. It is your responsibility as a student to contact one of the Disability Support Staff as early as possible so that appropriate assistance and strategies can be put in place. You can contact the Disability Support Service on (07) 838 4711 or (07) 838 4719, visit their website www.waikato.ac.nz/disability or email disability@waikato.ac.nz.

If you are a disabled student studying at the Tauranga campus, you will need to contact the Disability Support Service staff at the Hamilton campus to organise any services you may require. You can also contact the Manager of the University of Waikato at Tauranga who is based at the Bongard Centre.

Telephone + 64 7 577 0620.

Computer Facilities

The School has a number of computers available for use in a computer laboratory which is a shared facility with the School of Law. The lab is located at the Law School, Room G79 and is available to all SMPD and Law students. The lab is available during working hours, 9am - 5pm unless it is booked for tutorials. Students may gain access outside these times by acquiring an after-hours access card. For further information please contact Neville Black, SMPD Computer Consultant, phone (07) 838 4658 or see him in room AG.14.

Accommodation

The University has several Halls of Residence on campus open to all students. To obtain further information on all aspects of accommodation, contact the Accommodation and Conference Service Offices on (07) 838 4321 or visit the website Halls of Residence.