Kāpehu is your portal to all your online study, information, support and services. 

Become familiar with the layout, how to find things and what's on offer with this overview of Kāpehu.

• A device with a keyboard is helpful, as you will need to be typing or word processing 

• The device should be easy to transport, such as a laptop 

• The device should be new enough to run all programmes - less than two years old is recommended. If the device is a PC, is best if it is running Windows 10 and above. 

• If you have a device that you were using at high school it will probably be sufficient for your first year of study. 

• When buying a device be aware that a cheap deal may mean the device is older or out of specifications. 

• It is a good idea to avoid Chromebooks. 

• Use OneDrive for storing your data as this will safe guard it against loss or damage to your device. 

Follow the instructions on the Eduroam WiFi network page.

You will use a range of digital tools while studying at OP. These tools will be available to you for free while you are a student (exceptions are some Adobe programmes).

Explore the essential digital tools you need during your study.

IT Support Services has step by step instructions on how to use them all. You can also contact them if you need help.

These tools include OP Moodle, our Learning Management System, where you can find course information and resources.

Your teachers will let you know where your classes will be held. You will be given a room number for each class location. Use the room numbering tips below to find your classroom and the campus maps to find the building.

• Use the Dunedin interactive campus map to get to know your way around.

• Access the Central Campus map

Room numbering tips

Find a room by its code:

Building letter + floor number + room number

H127 = H block + 127 (ground floor, room 27)

D202 = D block + 202 (first floor, room 2)

Usually you just bring yourself, a pad and a pen – and lunch and something to drink.

Check with your orientation pack and through email, as if there is a specific request it will say so there.

• Visit the Student Hub and check out the links and news items that appear there. Once logged-in, you can access:

• Your student email

• Quick links

• OneDrive storage space

• Your personal details 

• Timetable

• Support resources and

• Your Moodle courses

• Moodle is your online student learning platform. Take a look, and get familar with it. In Moodle you will find your course timetables and outlines. You can check in to see what the lecture will be covering the night before. 

• Get connected - get your wifi set up so that you are ready to go. Visit the campus and log into the Eduroam network.

For Dunedin learners:

• The Hub has facilities for heating food, hot water and filtered water.  

• Eden café sits in the Hub also, where you can purchase food and coffee 

• The Robertson Library common room has microwaves, sinks and vending machines. There are tables and couches for you to use. 

• Te Punaka Ōwheo serves Kai every Wednesday for our Maori learners and the Pasifika room caters for our Pasifika learners.  

• Fluid is our local café across from H Block, and we also have the Dairy next to the cafe for snacks. 

• Some schools provide a common area for their students, you can find out more about this from your school admin. 

• Throughout the year there will be food trucks and markets in and around the Hub where you can buy food. 

• The Stadium has a café in the ground floor next to the entrance to UNIPOL, called the Plaza Café. It has a great fenced kids’ playground. 

• There are various other options near campus. A packed lunch is cheap and easy and there many places to sit and eat. Find out more about the Living Campus, you can eat the plants! 

For Central Campus learners:

The Student Common room offers a place to socialise, have tea or coffee and your lunch.

For Auckland Campus learners:

• The Student Hub on Level 1 has a kitchen. Check out the OPAIC campus page for more information.

• OPAIC is in the middle of the city and is surrounded with cafés, restaurants, takeaways and food courts all around.

Your timetable may not be available in the weeks leading up to the start of your programme. If you haven't received it earlier, you will be given your time table in the first days of study.

Talk to your school or college administrator if you need to know before time your schedule for planning childcare etc.

Learning to managing your time and setting your own goals are important ways to help yourself succeed. Beating procrastination and staying motivated also help you stay on track during your study year. 

Visit the page Plan your study for more information. 

You can also come and meet with our Learning Advisor team at Student Success, who can help you plan your semester, organise your assessments and get you started with some great study tips and strategies.