YOUR WORLD IN SPORT AND EDUCATION - Wintec

LEARNING MADE EASY AT WINTEC
FOUNDATION STUDIES
Not sure what you want to study? Been a while since
you last studied? Worried or nervous about entering
a study environment? The Certificate in Introduction
to Study, Level 2 or 4, can help.
COMPUTER ACCESS
Computers are available to all enrolled students at
all Wintec campuses. The Gallagher Hub at our City
Campus has over 130 computers for students to use
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
It’s designed to prepare you for tertiary study by
developing an understanding of what is expected
at a tertiary level, and providing you with the skills,
knowledge and confidence needed to succeed.
STUDENT LEARNING SERVICES
If you need help with your studies, there’s a team
of people at Wintec whose job is to provide that
help. They offer a mentoring programme along with
one-on-one, small group and workshop sessions on
topics ranging from introduction to study, reading
and essay writing, to science, maths and study skills.
LIBRARY
There are two main libraries at Wintec – one on
the City Campus and one at Rotokauri Campus.
Both provide a huge range of resource material
from books, newspapers, specialist journals to exam
papers, DVDs, audiotapes and more. Thames and
Te Kuiti Campuses also have library collections and
material can be sent to students studying by
distance learning.
MOODLE
Moodle is Wintec’s online learning and teaching tool
containing programme material which may include
lecture notes, research material and practice
tests. If you have a computer and an internet
connection you have Moodle at your fingertips,
giving you the flexibility to study from home or
anywhere, anytime.
The City and Rotokauri campuses also have wireless
hotspots and IT helpdesks to assist with using the
computers, printers, scanners and Mytec.
MYTEC
Keep track of your timetable, check your emails, get
your results, study online; do it all in one place, day
or night, from anywhere, online in Mytec.
MĀORI AND PASIFIKA STUDENTS
Ki te whakakaha i te iwi hāpori mā te ara
matauranga, rangahau arā umanga whanakenga.
The Māori and Pasifika Learning and Support Centre,
Te Kete Kōnae is a warm welcoming space that
supports all students, their whānau and staff
at Wintec with academic and learning, financial,
cultural, pastoral and counselling support.
Email tkk@wintec.ac.nz.
SCHOLARSHIPS
There’s a wide range of grants available to
Wintec students, many providing substantial
financial and other assistance. You’ll find
information and application forms at
www.wintec.ac.nz/scholarships.
EMPLOYMENT ADVICE AND SUPPORT
If you need help with preparing your application for
your holiday job, part time work or in preparation for
your first graduate role, go to Student Life. They can
also help with your CV, interview techniques and any
employment advice.
LOANS AND ALLOWANCES
Contact StudyLink for a student allowance or loan
on 0800 88 99 00 or go to www.studylink.govt.nz.
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