Nau mai ki te poka pū hou, ara, ko Kāpehu
Kia ora and welcome to your new student hub - Kāpehu.
Kāpehu means compass in te reo Māori.
If you’re feeling lost, Kāpehu is here to help you find your way.
Let’s get started…
Your profile menu. All your personal details are now accessible from this menu in the top left corner.
Quick links help you find the most commonly used items and will be visible on all pages in Kāpehu.
From software and learning tools to room bookings, this is your study toolkit.
Are we missing anything? Let us know and we can add it for you.
Need support or guidance? Find a full list under Support Services.
Never miss a free feed or event again.
Find out what’s happening around campus, keep up with important news, find a flatmate or sell a car – it’s all here.
We’ll be adding more features to these pages soon but welcome any suggestions you might have.
Tēnā rawa atu koutou
Ka kite ano
News
Getting started in 2025
Published on 05 February 2025
Your quick-start guide to Orientation and studying at OP.
News
How to use Kāpehu
Published on 17 January 2025
This handy overview should help you find your way around Kāpehu, your student intranet.
News
Donate blood at the Uni
Published on 21 February 2025
Visit the mobile blood drive and help save lives.
News
Check in before you change course
Published on 20 February 2025
It’s okay to have second thoughts about your study programme. Let our Careers Team help you find the right path.
News
Halberg Awards win for grad Anna Grimaldi
Published on 19 February 2025
Huge congratulations to Dunedin Paralympian and Otago Polytechnic alumnus Anna Grimaldi for winning the Para Athlete/Team of the Year Award at the 62nd ISPS HANDA Halberg Awards.
News
Applications are open now for Audacious 2025
Published on 19 February 2025
Build your CV, learn business skills, and develop as an entrepreneur. Get your application in by March 12.
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OPSA presents: Rec Day and Ice Cream
OPSA
Come along and check out the different recreational options available to you through OUSA's Clubs and Socs, the Unipol Gym, the Polytechnic's Tapuae Gym, and more!
Tuesday, 25 February 2025 – Friday, 25 February 202811:00am – 1:00pmThe Hub -
Study Buffet in Central - Every Wednesday
Central Campus
Join us every Wednesday during Semester 1 for Study Buffet at the Bannockburn campus in Cromwell!
Wednesday, 26 February – Wednesday, 18 June 2025Multiple session timesCommon area and Room 16 located upstairs in the trades building at the Bannockburn campus -
OPSA presents: Taco Tuesday
OPSA
Need we say more!?
Tuesday, 04 March 202512:00pm – 1:00pmThe Hub -
Soup and Buns, with a side of activity
Student Success
Grab some kai and get involved
Tuesday, 11 March 202512:00pm – 1:00pmThe Hub
Blogs
Central Campus 2025 Welcome
Published on 20 February 2025
Our 2025 Welcome Day for Cromwell and Wānaka students.
Blogs
Policies/Procedures Updates January 2025
Published on 04 February 2025
Otago Polytechnic Policies/Procedures Updates – January 2025
Below is an update of Otago Polytechnic policies and procedures.
Please note all Te Pūkeng...
Blogs
Campus Services Team have got us covered!
Published on 26 November 2024
New Drainlaying pit cover installed by Campus Services at our Plumbing facility!
Notices
Get climbing this O-Week!
[External offer] Get a FREE climb with your 2025 student ID at Resistance Climbing.
Notices
FREE entry to Orokonui Ecosanctuary
[External offer] Get in free with your 2025 student ID during O-Week
Notices
Thirst for Knowledge kicks off for 2025
Have a bevvie and hear about the latest research happening in Otago.
Notices
Bug Day at Tūhura Otago Musem
Whether you’re a bug-lover or hater, you'll find something to enjoy at Bug Day on February 15th.
Notices
Event management project assistance
A researcher working with performing artists in Dunedin needs some assistance....
Think something is missing?
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