Week 1: First impressions matter
The Code of Practice emphasizes that tertiary institutes must ensure that students are provided with accurate and comprehensive pre-departure information that enables them to make informed decisions about studying in New Zealand. As someone working in a tertiary institute, it’s your responsibility to ensure that this information is accurate, up-to-date, and easily accessible to students.

Here are a few tips to ensure that you are meeting this requirement:
– Review your institution’s pre-departure information regularly to ensure it is accurate and up-to-date.
– Make sure that this information is accessible to students, whether it be through a website or a dedicated portal.
– Provide information on a range of topics including cost of living, accommodation options, academic expectations, and support services available to students.
– Don’t limit this information to just text, include photos and videos that can provide students with a sense of what life is like in New Zealand.

By providing accurate and comprehensive pre-departure information, you can help students make informed decisions about studying in New Zealand and ensure that their first impression of your institution is a positive one.