Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
If you have a question about your enrolment or any of the Faculty's services/facilities, please check this section first as you may not be the only person wondering what the answer to your query is.
Advice for students
- I think I am almost finished my degree. How can I check?
- What papers should I take next year?
- How do I change my papers after I am enrolled?
- How long do I have to change my papers?
- How do I ensure re-entry into my degree in the following year?
- Where can I find my timetable?
- Where do I get a lab coat?
- Where can I get subject-specific advice?
- What do I do if I have missed a compulsory lab?
- How do I get after hours access to the computer labs?
I think I am almost finished my degree. How can I check?
Make an appointment with the Dean's Office staff by calling them on 0800 438 254, calling in to F.1.07 or by email.
What papers should I take next year?
Make an appointment with the Dean's Office staff by calling them on 0800 438 254, calling in to F.1.07 or by email.
How do I change my papers after I am enrolled?
You need to complete and submit a Change of Enrolment application online through your iWaikato account. Click on Me > Enrol or Graduate > Enrolment > Change Enrolment.
How long do I have to change my papers?
You have until the end of the first week of classes (for S or T semester papers) and until the end of the second week of classes (for A, B and Y Semester papers) to change your papers with a full refund of fees for papers dropped. You may still be able to withdraw after this, but penalities will likely be incurred. If you are not sure where you stand, please contact the Dean's Office for advice as soon as you can - and the sooner the better.
How do I ensure re-entry into my degree in the following year?
You should aim to get the best possible grades you can, but if you are struggling at all, then it is best to try to clearly pass with a C grade or better all your papers. The absolute minimum you need to be automatically eligible for re-entry is unrestricted passes (ie; C grades or better) in papers worth at least half of the total points you are enrolled in for the year. If you become ineligible for re-entry, that ineligibility will remain on your record forever.
Where can I find my timetable?
The University's Online Timetable is available for everyone to be able to search for timetables associated with most papers offered. Use the Create a Timetable function to create your own personal timetable. You can also use the functions on the Timetable page to check what lab names are available and where and when lectures are held.
Where do I get a lab coat?
Just pay $51.00 at the Fees Office in the Student Centre and then take your receipt to collect it from the Science Store, which is located on the Ground Floor of F block. Alternatively, you can purchase a second-hand one at ApparelMaster, 10 Main Street, off Sunshine Ave, Te Rapa.
Where can I get subject-specific advice?
Make an appointment with one of the First Year Mentors or contact the relevant convener of your programme. Names of the conveners can be found in the Undergraduate Handbook.
What do I do if I have missed a compulsory lab?
You should try to get to another lab stream that week. On your first day back on campus after illness you should immediately see the course convener to discuss your options and any work you have missed. You may be asked to provide a medical certificate.
How do I get after hours access to the computer labs?
You need to complete the required form at your Departmental Office.
