International Student Support Advisors
Our team of International Student Support Advisors are dedicated to supporting international students.
To make an appointment
For advice and support, make an appointment to see us. To make an appointment, book one online, email us internationalsupport@unitec.ac.nz or call us +64 9 815 4321.
They're available from Monday - Friday, 9am - 3pm, and are located in Building 180 (Te Puna) on our Mt Albert campus.
Meet the team
Tahreem Zia
Team Leader of International Business Support
Tahreem looks after the International Support and the Business support Team.
She started her journey in New Zealand as an International Student and has been working within the New Zealand Education sector from thereon.
She understands the highs and lows of being an International student and is always happy for a chat whenever a student might need help!
Phone No.+64 9 815 4321 Ext. No. 7227
Jessica Rudman
International Student Advisor
Jessica was a student at Unitec before starting her role in 2016. She loves travelling New Zealand and Internationally and hearing about your experiences at Unitec and in New Zealand.
Jessica can provide support for any questions related to your journey here at Unitec.
Phone No.+64 9 815 4321 Ext. No. 8856
Grace Zhang
International Student Advisor
As an experienced member of the team, Grace has an in-depth knowledge that spans 17 years at Unitec. Grace is passionate about looking after international students and ensuring you have a wonderful learning experience here.
Grace also loves the natural beauty of New Zealand and enjoys tramping with family and friends over the weekends.
Phone No. +64 9 815 4321 Ext. No. 8133
Nadia Bulanova
International Student Advisor
As a former International Student, Nadia understands your journey and is always ready to lend a helping hand.
Nadia likes city walks, horse-riding, travelling in her spare time and speaks Russian fluently.
Phone No. +64 9 815 4321 Ext. No. 7564
Aline Meerburg
International Student Advisor
Previously being an International student, Aline has had hands on experience that she can relate to when working with Unitec students. She has worked in the marketing team at Unitec and the position gave her a great deal of insight into student expectations and improvements. She is also an adventure ambassador, she loves the outdoors including the beach, surfing or tracking.
Email Aline Meerburg