Preparing for university - Parent's Hub
From high school to university: Helping your teen navigate the move
University is different from high school in many ways including how it’s structured, and the learning and social environment. Check out the key differences and find out how you can support your teen through this significant, but exciting new chapter.
Helping your teen navigate applying to uni
Learn how you can support your teen through the university application journey to ensure they apply on time and their application goes smoothly.
Choosing high school subjects to prepare for a university future
Subjects chosen at high school can provide your child with a foundation for future study at AUT. You can help your child to make the right choices so they can start working towards their tertiary study goals.
Money matters: costs and funding options for university study
Cost is an important factor when thinking about university study. This article gives you an idea of the costs associated with university study, and different options to help fund your child's education.
Four essential things to consider when choosing a university
World university rankings have significance, but they are one of several key things you should consider when choosing where to study in New Zealand.
Why is AUT a great choice for your child
From our innovative teaching to our support services, explore the reasons why AUT could be the right university for your child.
What to do if my child doesn't get into the programme they want
Students can sometimes miss out on their first choice degree. It's not the end of the world as there may be alternative ways they can start their pathway to learning at AUT.
How to cope with your child moving away from home to study
When your child moves out of home to study at university it’s a time of big change for the whole family. Here are our tips on how to support them from a distance.
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