Important COVID-19 notice
Our Student Support Advisors are here to support you.
Face-to-face and virtual consults available
In Alert Level 1 Student Support Advisors are now available for face-to-face consults. They can also provide virtual consults via phone, email, or video if needed. If you have any questions, please contact the team on the details below.
Book an appointment online
You can book an appointment online to see one of our Student Support Advisors.
COVID-19: Hardship Fund
Students (domestic) who have been affected financially by COVID-19, may be eligible for the COVID-19: Hardship Fund.
Contact
PHONE: 0800 10 75 10
EMAIL: studentsupport@unitec.ac.nz
For more information
- How will classes be taught at this time, visit our Teaching and Learning Online page
- How to access our Student Services at this time, see our Student Services Online page
- See the latest email updates and news for students, visit our Stay Informed page
- Advice and tips on how to be kind at this time, visit our Stay Kind page
- For a list of external support and services available to students, go to our Stay Safe page
- About COVID-19, visit the official government website www.covid19.govt.nz
- Updates from Unitec, visit our coronavirus/COVID-19 page
What are Student Support Advisors?
If you need support during your studies, our Student Support Advisors are here to help guide you in the right direction. As they work closely with all student support services across both campuses, they can refer you to or connect you with the right people and services. They’ll help you navigate your way around your studies and ease you into student life on campus and can support you through anything you find difficult that’s impacting your study experience.
What can they help you with?
Our Student Support Advisors can help you with:
- Identifying the issues that may be impacting your studies
- Financial support for hardship and study needs
- Support with StudyLink and Fees Free
- Information and support for the Youth Guarantee Scheme
- Referrals and/or connecting you to other student support services both on and off campus
- Mentoring opportunities
- A range of scholarships, awards and grants
Meet the team (click to expand)
Ashutosh Basnyat - Student Support Advisor
In my role as Student Support Advisor, I can relate to both International and Domestic students as I have had the privilege of walking in both shoes at Unitec. I understand challenges that all our students face as they endeavour to achieve their study goals, and I find my role fulfilling in being able to assist students on their journey.
Helena Finau - Student Support Leader – Student Liaison & Mentoring
Malo e lelei, it’s a great honour to serve Unitec students for a career. I’m passionate about working alongside students every day as they journey in their waka to achieve their outcomes of student success. My door is always open and I welcome anyone who needs a helping hand
Amy Brockbank - Student Support Co-ordinator
I’m a down to earth, calm, practical person. I enjoy bike rides, coffee, my cat Misty, exercise, driving and sleeping. I have been having a ketogenic diet but I occasionally (OK, weekly) splurge on things like cake and Ben and Jerry’s. I’m passionate about helping support students through their learning journeys.
Martina Blonk - Scholarships Co-ordinator
When I’m not helping students and working to make a difference to their lives while they study, I really enjoy cooking for friends and gardening in my spare time.
Monique Bell - Student Support and Scholarships Manager
I’ve been working with students for 12 years in the US, UK, Australia and now New Zealand. My passion for students stems from my own experience as a student and I believe that all students should be entitled to pursue a higher education if that’s what they want. I moved to New Zealand with my husband and dog, Mudgee, 2 years ago and I’m really enjoying exploring all New Zealand has to offer. Outside of work I can usually be found trawling farmers markets or looking for new dog friendly beaches with my 2-year old daughter, Makayla.
Jo-Anne Hammond - Student Support Advisor
Jo-Anne is passionate about helping others and making a positive difference to the lives of students. She works part-time.
Andrea Stills - Student Support Leader – Financial Assistance & Youth Guarantee
My journey through education was not linear, as a mature student and single parent, I struggled with the workload, kids, money (a severe lack of it) and the stresses of life. So, I love being able to see students at times when they need a friendly ear, or some practical assistance – it’s great to be able to show someone there are always solutions and people to talk to. When times get tough, the team is here for you.
Book an appointment
You'll need to book an appointment to see one of our Student Support Advisors. You can make an appointment online, give us a call on 0800 10 75 10, or email studentsupport@unitec.ac.nz.
You can also visit a Student Central (Te Pae Kōrero), or see someone at the Ask Me Desks to help book an appointment.
Financial assistance form
For those students applying for financial assistance, you'll need to fill out the online Student Financial Assistance form.
Student Financial Assistance Form
International student support advisors
International students are welcome to book appointments with our Student Support Advisors if they prefer they can also speak to an International Student Support Advisor. For more information on this team, visit their Student Advisor page.
Go to International Student Support Advisors page
Contact Us
| Where | Building 180 (Te Puna), Level 2, Mt Albert campus Building 510 (Student Central), Waitākere campus |
|---|---|
| Hours | Mt Albert campus Monday to Friday By appointment only Waitākere campus Monday and Wednesday By appointment only Online Monday to Friday By appointment only |
| Phone | 0800 10 75 10 |
| studentsupport@unitec.ac.nz |
Are you looking for
- Ways to manage your money while studying, see our Managing Your Money page
- Ways in which to fund your studies, visit our Funding Your Study section
