2016 Programme Handbook

Bachelor of Performing Arts

Te Hoe Toi
Department of Creative Industries
Rraki Upoko - Contents

Throughout the Year - I k w o te tau 5

Welcome to CPIT .................................................................................. 5
Important Dates .................................................................................... 8
Contact Details ..................................................................................... 9
Key Staff .............................................................................................. 9
Teaching Staff .................................................................................... 10
Part-Time Teaching Staff ..................................................................... 11
Key Support Staff ................................................................................ 11
Department Links ................................................................................ 12

Facilities - K t whare 13
Health and Safety ............................................................................... 13
Personal Safety After Hours ................................................................. 13
Emergency Procedures........................................................................ 13
What to do in an Emergency ................................................................ 14
Using CPIT Facilities ........................................................................... 15
Theft .................................................................................................. 15
Privacy Guidelines .............................................................................. 15

Resources - K rauemi 16
CPIT ID Card ...................................................................................... 16
Parking .............................................................................................. 16
Wi-Fi Access ...................................................................................... 17
Noticeboards ...................................................................................... 17
Lockers .............................................................................................. 17
Using CPIT Computers and the Internet ................................................ 17
Using CPIT Computers ........................................................................ 17
Code of Conduct for ICT Users ............................................................ 18
Contacting the Service Desk ................................................................ 18
Backing up Your Work ......................................................................... 18
Using the Intranet, Internet, and Printing Services ................................. 18
Using Moodle ...................................................................................... 19
How to log in ...................................................................................... 19

Programme Details - K krero m te akoraka 20

Programme Philosophy ........................................................................ 20
Programme Aim .................................................................................. 20
Graduate Profile ................................................................................. 21
Programme Regulations ...................................................................... 22
Programme Structure .......................................................................... 23
Programme Matrix ............................................................................... 24
Attendance ........................................................................................... 1
Non-Engagement .................................................................................. 1
Rehearsals and Productions .................................................................. 1
Equipment ............................................................................................ 3
2016 Book List ...................................................................................... 3
Basic musical and dramatic texts ........................................................... 3
Clothing and equipment ......................................................................... 4
CPITs Access to Your Work .................................................................. 7
Shows, Competitions and Exhibitions ..................................................... 8

Assessments - K Aromatawai 9
Assessment Information ........................................................................ 9
Assessment Types ................................................................................ 9
Presenting Your Work ......................................................................... 10
Submitting Your Work .......................................................................... 10
Quality Assurance ............................................................................... 10
The Grade Scale ................................................................................. 11
Assessment Regulations ...................................................................... 13
Extensions .......................................................................................... 13
Resubmission/Resits ........................................................................... 13
Second Results ................................................................................... 13
Assessment Arrangements for Students with Particular Needs ............... 13
Credit Recognition .............................................................................. 14
Alternative Assessments...................................................................... 14
Aegrotat ............................................................................................. 14
Reconsideration .................................................................................. 16
Conceded Pass ................................................................................... 16

Results & Graduation - K putaka me te

Whakaptaetaka 17
Accessing Your Results ....................................................................... 17
Academic Transcripts .......................................................................... 17
Exam Scripts and Assessments............................................................ 17
Graduating From Your Programme ....................................................... 18

Policies & Procedures - K ture me k tikaka 19

Academic Policies ............................................................................... 19
Student Rights and Responsibilites ...................................................... 19
Your Rights as a Student ..................................................................... 19
Your Responsibilities as a Student ....................................................... 20
Academic Support and Progression ...................................................... 22
Formal Academic Contract ................................................................... 22
Academic Misconduct .......................................................................... 22
Probation............................................................................................ 24
Exclusion............................................................................................ 24
Suspension ......................................................................................... 24
Cancellation of Enrolment .................................................................... 25
Refusal of Future Enrolment ................................................................ 25

Useful Information - krero hai whina 26

How to Change Your Enrolment ........................................................... 26
How to Change Your Contact Details .................................................... 26
Hardship............................................................................................. 27
Financial Support Between Study Periods ............................................. 27
Compassionate Withdrawal Process ..................................................... 27
How to tell CPIT When Youre Absent ................................................... 27
How to make a Complaint .................................................................... 27

FAQ - K ptai 28
Where to go for Help ........................................................................... 28
Academic & Study Support ................................................................... 29
Learning Services ............................................................................... 29
Disability Services ............................................................................... 29
Library ............................................................................................... 30
Language Learning Study Space .......................................................... 30
Support for Maori & Pasifika Students .................................................. 30
Support for International Students ........................................................ 31
Support for Refugees and Migrants ...................................................... 31
Student Advocate ................................................................................ 31
Student Voice ..................................................................................... 31
Other Services .................................................................................... 32
Campus Life ....................................................................................... 32
Health Centre ..................................................................................... 33
Recreation Centre ............................................................................... 33
Career Centre ..................................................................................... 33
Career Hub ......................................................................................... 33
Understanding your Timetable ............................................................. 35
Throughout the Year - I k w o te tau

WELCOME TO CPIT
Welcome to the Department of Creative Industries at CPIT and particularly to the
Performing Arts Programme.

Its great to have you here in this Department, where you will be in for a most
exciting and invigorating time alongside staff and fellow students who share your
passion for the creative arts. We all look forward to working with you throughout the
year, and we know you will do your utmost to take advantage of all that is on offer in
our supportive and stimulating learning environment.

The nature of this dynamic learning environment means that both students and
staff need to be aware of our particular responsibilities and requirements
throughout the year. This handbook is designed to give you this information in a
single, easy to use book and covers the key areas that you will need to be aware
of. It is your responsibility to learn about and understand the guidelines and
regulations outlined in this handbook.

We are happy to explain in detail any of the enclosed information that you do not
fully understand. Should you need any further information regarding CPIT Policies
and Procedures, you can go to the CPIT student website http://campus.cpit.ac.nz to
learn more.
For those of you new to the programme, we heartily welcome you to the NASDA
family. You will have much anticipation for what lies ahead, and hopefully in the first
week we should be able to answer any questions you have as you settle in.

For those of you returning, we welcome you back and trust you have had a
refreshing and restful break. I am sure you will have set your sights on what you
wish to achieve this year, and we look forward to helping you work towards your
goals.

Richard and his staff have been working hard on planning for an exciting year for you
all. This handbook is designed to provide you with information on the courses in the
programme, as well as some important policies and procedures relevant to your
course of study. Please read it carefully and keep it in a safe place for future
reference.

Also contained is a year planner. I urge you to note when your assessment points
occur and to plan your year carefully as it will surely be a busy one.

Please remember that were here to facilitate and help your learning. If there are
ever any issues or problems, or you just need to have a chat, please dont hesitate to
get in touch with Richard or me.

Have a tremendous year. Make every day here count.

Tom Rainey
Head of Department
Creative Industries
February 2016
Kia ora and welcome to what I hope will be a fantastic year of study with us. Please
familiarise yourself with this booklet and refer to it throughout the calendar year.

My door is always open to offer advice and guidance and there is a large network of
facilities and support within the institution to assist you while you study.

I trust you will find your time with us rewarding and enjoyable.

Work hard on your craft, practice heaps and make the most of what CPIT has to
offer. Celebrate your successes and learn from your mistakes.

Have a fabulous year.

Angela Johnson
Acting Programme Leader
NASDA
IMPORTANT DATES
The following apply to the majority of courses. Start and finish dates may vary
between individual courses, and this is certainly likely between different programmes,
which may affect you if you take elective courses from other programmes.
SEMESTER ONE DATES

TERM 1 22 February 15 April

Good Friday Friday 25 March

Easter Monday Monday 28 March

Easter Tuesday Tuesday 29 March

Anzac Day Monday 25 April

TERM 2 2 May 8 July

Queens Birthday Monday 6 June

Mid-semester break Monday 11 July

SEMESTER TWO DATES

TERM 3 25 July 23 September

TERM 4 10 October 25 November

Labour Day Monday 24 October

Show Day Friday 11 November

Final Course Results published Friday 9 December

CONTACT DETAILS

Key Staff
Tom Rainey Teaching areas:
Head of Department Responsible for:
Creative Industries
Oversight of the
940 8430
Creative Industries
Room: JZ101C Department.
Tom.Rainey@cpit.ac.nz The quality of
teaching and
learning in the
Department.
The quality of
student experience
in the Department

Angela Johnson Responsible for:

Acting Programme Leader Students learning
940 8485 and assessment for
Room: E215 students.
Angela.Johnson@cpit.ac.nz Counselling students
about their courses.
Helping solve
students problems.
Timetabling
Teaching Areas
Singing Course
Leader
Production

Richard Marrett Responsible for:

Programme Leader(on Students learning
sabbatical until 1 July, 2016) and assessment for
940 8371 students.
Room: E202 Counselling students
Richard.Marrett@cpit.ac.nz about their courses.
Helping solve
students problems
Rebecca de Prospo Responsible for:
Operations Coordinator
Operating the
940 8695
facilities, shows and
Room: E215 productions in
Rebecca.DeProspo@cpit.ac.nz Performing Arts
Providing Health and
Safety information
Booking specialist
rooms and
timetables
Working to promote
student shows and
events and
organising ticketing
Helping solve
student problems

Sharon Moynihan Responsible for:

Department Support
Helping solve
940 8063
students problems
Room: JZ123D Providing students
Sharon.Moynihan@cpit.ac.nz with information
about being absent,
enrolments, results,
courses and who
they can go to for
help.
Providing a link
between staff and
students for official
CPIT information

Teaching Staff

Name/teaching area Room Phone Email

Kirsty Allpress E215 940 8273 Kirsty.allpress@cpit.ac.nz
Dance Tutor
Production
Tony McCaffrey E215 940 8289 Tony.mccaffrey@cpit.ac.nz
Theatre Studies 1 & 2
Research,
Production
Juliet Reynolds- Midgley E215 940 8447 Juliet.reynolds-
Singing/Voice tutor midgley@cpit.ac.nz
Production

Part-Time Teaching Staff

Names

Alana Gebbie Gemma Kearney

Glen Harris Julian Hay
Lea Henderson Valerie Wycoff
Jillian Hewson Vernon Midgley

Key Support Staff

Role Room Phone Email

Learning L211 940 8390 learningservices@cpit.ac.nz

Advisor

Liaison Librarian S175 940 7513 library@cpit.ac.nz

Admissions and X121 0800 24 24 76 enrolmentsupport@cpit.ac.nz

Enrolments

Results X126 0800 24 24 76 results@cpit.ac.nz

Student Finance X110 940 8110 studentfinance@cpit.ac.nz

Scholarships & L103 940 8238 Debbie.Noonan@cpit.ac.nz

Hardships

Student X106 940 8518 Duncan.Dunbar@actionworks

Advocate 027 273 6246 .org.nz

International A121 940 8728 intadvisors@cpit.ac.nz

Advisors 940 8434

Student Voice: 940 8264 Jo.Carter@cpit.ac.nz

021 955 560
Madras St L232
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Facilities - K t whare

Health and Safety

Every Department has a first aid kit and staff trained in first aid. If you are off site as
part of your programme, your tutor will carry an appropriate first aid kit.

We encourage you to report near miss incidents to Department staff as CPIT is

keen to minimise hazards on campus and will use this information to inform changes
that reduce risks.

You will be given a hand-out with health and safety information that is specific to
NASDA during Orientation.

Personal Safety After Hours WORKING

LATE AFTER
The Atrium is open 24 hours for both staff and students. It is HOURS?
well lit and you must have a student ID card to enter after
hours.
If you are here
Staff and students have access to their specialist buildings late or at
from 7am11pm, seven days a week but after hours access weekends we
is for enrolled students so do not bring family or friends with strongly suggest
you. that you are not
working alone
Any suspicious behaviour ring 1-111 and report it to the coordinate with a
Security Team. classmate.
Ring Security on
Emergency Procedures 027 540 8076 and
they will escort
Every room has an emergency procedure notice on display you to your car.
detailing response to a fire, earthquake or ringing alarms
(like the one following):
If you require assistance during an evacuation, tell your tutors. The computer
suites, workshops, studios, and laboratories have specific Health and Safety
requirements. Your tutors will tell you about any safety requirements before you
start practical work in these rooms.

For further details, you can select Emergency Procedures from the Student Life
menu of the student website at http://campus.cpit.ac.nz

Emergency Telephone Numbers

Police, fire, or ambulance Dial 9999 from any phone.

After hours Dial 1-111 from any phone.

Non-emergency Dial 940 8076 for Security (or extension 8076). If

assistance Security do not answer the phone in the office, it
will transfer to a cell phone wherever they are on
campus.

What to do in an Emergency
During an emergency, alarm bells will sound throughout
the building. OUR
EMERGENCY
ASSEMBLY
POINT IS?
1 All persons must immediately leave the building
using the most direct safe route. Students who
would normally use the lifts to reach the ground Barbadoes Street
floor and need assistance during an evacuation for Carpark
accessibility/disability reasons should wait beside
the lift and assistance will be provided as part of our
standard evacuation plan. You can talk to
 Department staff in advance of any drill or evacuation to understand what this
means for you.

2 Go to the designated assembly point.

3 Staff and any wardens must ensure that all visitors are moved to a safe area
and then on to the assembly point.
4 You must check in with a warden at the assembly point before leaving the
site or returning to a building.

Lifts Keep out of the lifts. Use the stairs to exit the building.

Technical equipment If it is safe to do so switch off all non-essential

equipment to reduce potential electrical hazards.

Lights Turn on, or leave on, all building lights. It improves

visibility for anyone who has to enter the building after
it has been evacuated.

Smoke stop doors Close smoke stop doors behind you as you leave.

Using CPIT Facilities

Please follow the guidelines below when you use the labs, workshops and specialist
rooms.

Keep the furniture and equipment in good condition.

Clean up your personal and shared work spaces.
Do not drink alcohol, smoke, or take drugs (other than those prescribed by a
medical practitioner).

Theft
Due to the high amount of 'traffic' using CPIT buildings it is unsafe to leave personal
belongings in any unsupervised rooms. For your own security please keep
valuables with you at all times. If you find any lost property, please take or report it
to the Security Office opposite the main Enrolments area.

Privacy Guidelines
Under the Privacy Act (1993) CPIT staff are unable to confirm, deny or divulge an
individuals presence on campus or whereabouts. We would advise friends and
family to contact you on your cell phone or at home. We can only share information
related to your enrolment with your express (usually written) permission.
Resources - K rauemi

CPIT ID Card
A CPIT ID Card is your formal student ID and Learning Resource Centre (library)
card. It can be used for photocopying, printing, security access and for student
discounts. We recommend you keep your CPIT ID Card on you at all time as
access may be restricted in some buildings without adequate identification.

Your ID card can be issued at the Security Office opposite Admissions & Enrolments
in Rakaia Centre by giving them your ID number (from your invoice).

You can use your card to borrow items from the library once your course starts. It
will also give you general after hours access, i.e., computer suites, bike lock-up.

Parking
There is limited student parking and you are encouraged to consider alternative
transport or arrive at CPIT before 8.30am to secure a park. To use any of the
student car parks on campus you must display this years parking authority sticker in
the front window of your vehicle. These can be collected from Admissions &
Enrolments or Security in the Rakaia Centre on presentation of your fees receipt or
CPIT ID Card.

Parking in any of the student or mixed (staff and student) car parks on campus will
cost $2 per day. Parking in the visitors carpark outside the Rakaia Centre will cost
you $1 an hour. Please use the pay and display machines located in each of the car
parks and ensure the fee receipt is placed on the dashboard of your vehicle; with the
date, time and cost of the receipt clearly visible from the outside of the vehicle.

Do not park in the Staff or Reserved car parks or you will be towed away.
Illegal parking results in vehicles being towed and impounded and only released
upon payment of a fine (approximately $90).
Wi-Fi Access
Free wi-fi is freely available for students and staff. Connecting JOIN
is usually as simple as connecting to wi-fi at home. CPIT WIFI

CPITs wireless network is designed to be a convenient

supplement to the wired network for general functions such as Using the
web browsing and email. We are constantly working to password
improve coverage and although 90% of campus has wi-fi, noproblemo
there are some spots with no coverage. Check the Campus easy as that.
Life website for updates on wi-fi availability.
Madras Street
Campus: wi-fi is
Noticeboards available in 90%
of areas.
Timetables and other student information, including
employment opportunities, will be posted on the notice boards
on the first floor notice board.

Lockers
Each student has their own locker on the ground floor of E block. Should you wish
to use a locker you must supply your own lock. By placing your lock on an unused
locker it effectively becomes yours for the duration of the programme. It is
recommended you use a combination lock to remove the stress of lost or forgotten
keys. Please only claim a locker if you are going to use it on a daily basis.

USING CPIT COMPUTERS AND THE INTERNET

Using CPIT Computers

You are given a login username and password once you are enrolled and can use
these to log in to any computer on campus. There are many computers around
CPIT for student use. If you have any problems, please contact the ICT Service
Desk. After-hours access to a variety of computer labs is possible using your
Student ID Card as swipe access at the door, which can be encoded by Security.

As a CPIT student you get a free email account. You can access this anywhere,
anytime. Your email address is your network username (which is alphanumeric, i.e.,
abc123) followed by @student.cpit.ac.nz, for example: username@student.cpit.ac.nz
Access your email using the link: http://campus.cpit.ac.nz/
Code of Conduct for ICT Users
CPIT has a Code of Conduct that provides guidance on the proper and allowance
use of CPITs ICT resources.

For details on regulations regarding access to computers please read CPITs

Code of Conduct for Computer Users which is available with other policy
documents via the CPIT website http://www.cpit.ac.nz/policies

Use the computers, intranet and internet responsibly.

Contacting the Service Desk

Report any computer or printer problems immediately to the ICT Service Desk. If
the problem is significant, tell a tutor about it. Each computer suite on campus has a
telephone hotline to the ICT Service Desk. You can contact the Service Desk by
phoning, emailing, or visiting them.

Phone 940 8800 (or extension 8800)

Email ICTServiceDesk@cpit.ac.nz

Visit T Block

Backing up Your Work

Back up all your important work and assessments onto portable media, like a USB
pen drive or portable hard drive.

Using the Intranet, Internet, and Printing Services

It is free to use CPIT email, the intranet, and internet, but your use is monitored.
The links on the Your Study menu on the student website help you use the facilities
at CPIT. To access this go to http://campus.cpit.ac.nz/ This includes access to the
Tribal Student Portal. You can use this to check your results and update your
contact information and view your timetable. To print from the CPIT printers or use
the photocopiers, you will need to add money to your ID card. You can do this at
the kiosks in the Atrium or Library.
Using Moodle
You can use Moodle to find information about your classes, submit assessments
electronically, and view resources your tutor has uploaded. For more information
about using Moodle, contact your tutor.

How to log in
Use the steps below to log into Moodle:

1 To access Moodle you open a web browser such as Internet Explorer or

Google Chrome and type in the URL moodle.cpit.ac.nz

2 When prompted to login, which you can do 21 days prior to your courses
starting, use your standard CPIT username and password. If you have any
issues logging in you can contact the ICT Service Desk on 03 940 8800.

3 You can change the password when you have logged in.

Once logged in you should see a menu containing links to the courses you are
currently enrolled in. If any courses are missing this could be because your tutor has
not yet granted access to the page, in this case ask your tutor when you go to your
first class, alternatively it may mean your enrolment is still being processed. When
you finish your course you retain access to the course page for approximately 14
days.
Programme Details - K krero m te
akoraka

Programme Philosophy
The BPA is based on well established curriculum design principles, consistent with
international and local models of education, tried, tested and modified by NASDA
since its inception. These principles include:

The carefully crafted and managed balance between theoretical teaching in the
key disciplines of dance and movement, singing and music theory, acting and
voice studies, and theatre and performance theory, history and practical
experience of performing garnered under industry conditions within a range of
theatre and music theatre genres.
The central focus on producing true graduates: students who are fundamentally
work-ready and immediately useful to industry by the end of their training.
The immersion-based, applied study approach that covers the curriculum from a
range of intersecting angles.
An acknowledgement of the importance of effective group functioning in
performance (which translates into a strong emphasis on the development of
group skills within a tutored performance environment).
Integration of practical performance into the timetable, apart from set productions
(eg weekly formal and semi-formal performance opportunities).
A curriculum that acknowledges a bi-cultural New Zealand, allowing opportunities
for students to explore what this means in performance-based contexts.
A focus on the development of the reflective performer: able to self-analyse and
understand the difference between intellectual knowledge and understanding,
physical ability and training and how to bridge the gap that sometimes lies
between.

Programme Aim
The Bachelor of Performing Arts is an applied, contemporary, practice-based
programme that aims to develop performing arts graduates who are professionally
trained to meet the needs of industry in both Aotearoa-New Zealand and a wider
global context.
The programme aims to enable students to develop:

Advanced competencies across the professional performing arts, including musical

theatre performance-based skills; and the ability to engage professionally with
practitioners of associated disciplines.
Specialist performance skills in Singing, Dance and Acting.
Transferable skills in intellectual engagement, critical analysis and research.
Highly refined subject-specific and professional skills, allowing graduates to operate
successfully and with artistic integrity in various professional situations.

Graduate Profile
The Graduate Profile provides a picture of a students skills and attributes as they
progress through the Bachelor of Performing Arts. The Profile is broken into three
components representing a student at the conclusion of full-time equivalent
successful study at years three, two and one.

On successful completion of this qualification at year three, students will be able to:
Apply principles and practices of theatre, specifically music theatre within the
professional body of performers and theatre professionals as a specialist singer,
dancer and actor.
Participate effectively in the wider theatre community and develop a sustainable
career.
Form professional links with all allied theatre professionals including directors,
producers, teachers, critics, writers and journalists, production designers and
technicians.
Apply research methods and resources that will equip them for further enquiry
and higher levels of study in theatre related fields.
Analyse and evaluate new information, concepts and evidence from a wide range
of sources and communicate this information in a reasoned and accessible
manner.
Critically appraise their own work and that of others.

On successful completion of year two, students will be able to:

Apply principles and practices of theatre, specifically music theatre, take part as a
specialist singer, dancer and actor.
Recognise the links between aligned artistic roles and professions.
Undertake inquiry through a range of methods and resources.
 Reflect on and appraise own work.
On successful completion of year one, students will be able to:
Describe principles and practices of theatre, specifically music theatre.
Participate effectively in company classes and individual classes using a range of
performance techniques and practices.
Describe a range of roles within professional theatre.
Read, analyse and respond to a range of theatre texts and resources.
Demonstrate problem solving skills.
Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills.
Reflect on their own work outcomes.
Work effectively in group situations.

Programme Regulations
The programme regulations for Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music Theatre) are as
follows:
The Bachelor of Performing Arts is a three year full time equivalent programme of
study requiring the completion of courses at levels 5, 6 and 7 with a combined value
of 360 credits. One credit is equivalent to approximately 10 hours of student learning,
including scheduled class time, other staff directed activities and self directed study,
as defined by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority. The formal abbreviation for
the degree is BPA.
Applications for entry to the degree are evaluated against the stated entry and
selection criteria published annually in the CPIT Prospectus. All relevant credits from
other approved qualifications will be considered for credit recognition via credit
transfer, cross credit, recognition of prior learning and/or advanced standing
according to CPIT Standard Policy and Procedures. A database of standard credit
recognition will be established.
Full time students are expected to maintain a workload of 120 credits per year. The
degree must be completed within a maximum five year period. Exceptions to this can
be made by applying to the Head of School in cases where the student can
demonstrate current competency and any transition arrangements as a result of
changes to the programme are adhered to. The Head of School will advise the
student if any additional courses are required, due to changes made to the
programme in the interim period.
The programme comprises 345 compulsory course credits and 15 specified elective
course credits, with a minimum of 105 credits at Level 7.
Progression through the courses is dependent on meeting the prerequisites for each
course.
The Bachelor of Performing Arts (with specialisation) will be awarded to all students
who successfully complete all the requirements laid down by the Academic Board
and the School of Performing Arts.
Programme Structure
The programme consists of 360 credits delivered over three years of full-time
equivalent study. For details refer to the programme matrix.

Year One
120 compulsory credits at Level 5

Year Two
120 compulsory credits at Level 6

Year Three
105 compulsory credits at Level 7

Elective Credits
Not available for BPA (Music Theatre)
.
Programme Matrix
Use the tables below as a guide to the courses in your programme. You can find out how many credits each course is worth, and
how many credits and courses you need to do to complete your study. Use the key below to identify different types of course
Year One
Course Course Title Level Credits Contact Hours ODH Self Total Course
Code (Tuition Hours) (Production Directed Learning Factor
Hours) Hours Hours
BPAS501 Singing 1 5 30 92 25 183 300 0.2500
BPAD502 Dance 1 5 30 92 25 183 300 0.2500
BPAA503 Acting 1 5 30 100 25 175 300 0.2500
BPAT504 Theatre Studies 1 5 15 46 25 79 150 0.1250
BPAP505 Production 1 5 15 35 75 40 150 0.1250
TOTAL 120 365 175 660 1200 1.000

Year Two
Course Course Title Level Credits Contact Hours ODH Self Total Course
Code (Tuition Hours) (Production Directed Learning Factor
Hours) Hours Hours
BPAS601 Singing 2 6 15 66 50 34 150 0.1250
BPAD602 Dance 2 6 30 100 50 150 300 0.2500
BPAA603 Acting 2 6 15 92 30 28 150 0.1250
BPAT604 Theatre Studies 2 6 15 46 15 89 150 0.1250
BPAP605 Production 2 6 45 25 300 125 450 0.3750
TOTAL 120 329 445 426 1200 1.000
Year Three
Course Course Title Level Credits Contact ODH Self Total Course
Code Hours (Production Directed Learni Factor
(Tuition Hours) Hours ng
Hours) Hours
COMPULSORY
BPAS701 Singing 3 7 15 62 60 28 150 0.1250
BPAA703 Acting 3 7 15 46 60 44 150 0.1250
BPAT704 Research Project 7 15 15 15 120 150 0.1250
BPAP705 Production 3 7 60 23 400 177 600 0.5000
COMPULSORY
BPAD622 Movement for 6 15 92 30 28 150 0.1250
or Performance
BPAD702 Dance 3
TOTAL 120 238 565 397 1200 1.0000
Programme Totals 360 932 1185 1483 3600 3.0000
Attendance
Experience has shown that students who attend regularly and participate in the class
activities and formative assessments are more likely to succeed. To this end, full
attendance and commitment is encouraged.

You are expected to be punctual, and must comply with the various behaviour and
safety requirements of classrooms, workshops and labs. Satisfactory development
of employment skills and philosophy is enhanced by interaction in classrooms and
appropriate industry based environments. As well, the development of an attitude
which values full attendance and punctuality is an important employment related skill
that students should aim to establish.

For International students satisfactory progress is defined as 100% attendance and

successful completion of 75% or more of your courses.

Non-Engagement
CPIT has regulations to deal with students who formally enrol here but do not
engage with their studies. That is, if you do not attend and/or participate and/or
submit assignments and/or sit assessments or only attend briefly or spasmodically
and/or do not engage significantly.

To meet the expectations of the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) who fund
CPIT, we are required to notify such students and withdraw them from the course or
programme if they are not genuinely pursuing their studies.

Rehearsals and Productions

This section gives you basic information about how rehearsals work and how to get
the most out of them.

What happens at a rehearsal?

Rehearsals start on time, and you will be called. To make sure you are ready, do the
following before you are called:

1. Complete your warm-ups.

2. Put on your rehearsal costume if appropriate
3. Check any props.

Once called, make sure you are easy to find during the rest of the rehearsal call,
even if the director is not ready for you. Immediately after the production, return your
scripts to the Stage Manager. Check that they are clean and reusable.

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Using scripts and scores
Bring a pencil and eraser to each rehearsal. You will use these to take notes and
mark the script or score.

Professional Practice at rehearsals and productions

Be courteous and sensitive to other performers during rehearsals and productions.
When you enter and leave rehearsal or production spaces, be quiet and considerate.

Successful rehearsals depend on skilful and sensitive communication, so do not be

afraid to express your views about the direction your character takes. Remember
that in productions:

designers have spent time thinking through their decisions.

bringing a story to life in performance is a sensitive, collaborative process.
the director makes any final decisions.

Staff undertake the casting for productions with care and considerable discussion. If
you are unhappy, talk to your tutor or Programme Leader.

Using rehearsal time

Good performers make the maximum use of rehearsal time, even when theyre not
on the floor. For example, you could use the time to:

work on the script or music.

record the directors notes or your own notes.
collate research
observe rehearsal

Troubleshooting
You may have concerns or questions about rehearsals and productions.

Concerns or Questions What to do

If you have problems about a
production.
If you are required to do an activity
that is potentially harmful to your
voice or body.
Visit Programme Leader in E202 or
call 940 8464
Visit the relevant Singing, Spoken
Voice or Movement tutor.
Note: Tell your tutor before you seek
any independent assistance.

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EQUIPMENT
You will need text books, equipment, footwear, and clothing for your programme.
The lists below show you what you need to buy. The costs indicated below are
approximate.

2016 Book List

(Textbooks are available from Bennetts Bookshop, in the CPSA building. Please
contact them for current prices)

Required Text

Deer, J. and Dal Vera, R. (2008). Acting in Musical Theatre. A

Comprehensive Course. Oxon, New York; Routledge. (approximately $70.00)

Kayes, G. (2004). Singing and the Actor. London, New York: A&C Black;
Routledge/ Theatre Arts Books. (approximately $50.00)

Taylor, M. and Symonds, D. (2014) Studying Musical Theatre. Theory and

Practice: London; Palgrave (approximate cost $50.00)
You will also be required to buy scripts for plays. These will be confirmed at the
commencement of the year.

Basic musical and dramatic texts

For Year 1 students with little or no piano or keyboard background:

Bastien, James. The Older Beginner Piano Course (Level 1). Kajos West. (This can
be purchased at local music stores but may need to be ordered in advance)

For all students:

You may need to purchase additional music and dramatic texts. These will be
chosen to suit individual needs and development.

Material reproduced by CPIT and provided to you in booklet form may incur further
minimal cost.

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Clothing and equipment

Required equipment

Equipment Requirements

Sound recording A small portable sound recorder is required for

device recording singing lessons, repertoire classes, coaching
(essential) etc. It is recommended you purchase an MP3 type
recorder.
Headphones Each student will require their own set of headphones
with a small stereo jack and large stereo jack adapter.
These can be portable type and will be required for use
with keyboards and computers on campus.
Makeup kit All students will be expected to acquire their own basic
stage makeup kit. It should include a variety of bases,
blushers, lipsticks, eye makeup and mascara, powder,
and hair accoutrements. (Approx. $100.00)
Screwdriver All students will require their own Philips-head
screwdriver for the maintenance of tap equipment.

Yoga Mat Each student will require a yoga mat for floor and body
awareness work.

Required footwear for dance courses

Shoes Requirements Approx

costs
Tap Black Capezios Flex Master or Grove Flexi Tap. $160

Jazz Black Slip on Jazz shoe (no laces) - Paul Wright (Approx $70.00),
Bloch (approx. $105.00) or Capezio* ($80.00) style EJ2.
Ballet Black or pink leather pump or canvas pump, or canvas split sole. $40

Other Women: Beige Bloch or Capezio* Cabaret shoes, (2 inch)(approx.

$150.00) and Black T-strap Capezio* (approx.. $140.00)
Men: Classic style, black lace-up dress shoes. The toes should
not be square or too pointed. (see below for images).

Tip: Check that your shoes fit well. Dance shoes should be hugging your foot
comfortably but not tight - you should be able to wiggle your toes. Please note that
some dance shoe specialists insist that shoes should be extremely tight. This is not the
case.

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Required clothing
All students attending the programme will be required to have the following uniforms
and equipment

Concert dress for women Concert dress for men

Black skirt and black top, or black dress Black dress trousers

Note: The skirt or dress should not Black long-sleeved business-style shirt.
be any shorter than just above the
knee

A pair of black dress shoes. No stilettos Black standard tie and socks

Neutral-coloured underwear, including a Classic black belt

skin-toned bra with adjustable straps

At least one pair of Columbine mocha A pair of classic style black lace up
tights dress shoes (approximately $200.00)
(approximately $300.00)

Dance clothing for women Dance clothing for men

Black leggings Black tights

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 Black close-fitting singlet tops or black Close-fitting tops
leotards. (Ballet skirts (optional)
We recommend Capezio Bratek Black Jazz pants
Camisole Leotard (approximately
$100.00).
Ballet supports (compulsory)
(approximately $100.00)

Clothing and equipment for rehearsals and classes

All students are required to wear non-restrictive, comfortable clothing; no skirts
(unless required for character), and no jeans. All hair must be tied back and no
jewellery worn.

Please bring these to all classes:

a hand towel
a water bottle
deodorant

Total cost of course-related equipment and clothing

The estimated total of the textbooks, equipment, and clothing you will need for your
programme is shown below. All costs are approximate.

Equipment or clothing Cost

Required texts $ 200

Recording device and headphones $ 150

Stage make-up $ 100

Stationery $ 80

Tap shoes $ 160

Jazz shoes $ 100

Ballet shoes $ 40

Cabaret / Dress shoes $ 290

Movement clothing $ 100

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Concert dress $ 200

Total Cost $1420

*Dance items are available with a special discount for NASDA students please
contact canterburydancewear@gmail.com for further information

CPITs Access to Your Work

We may contact you to discuss the right to copy, reproduce, and use your student
work for promotional and education purposes for CPIT. For more information, see
http://campus.cpit.ac.nz/copyright_contracts

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Shows, Competitions and Exhibitions
The table below lists the main events you will participate in each year. For more
information and accurate dates, contact your Programme Leader, Angela Johnson
or Operations Manager, Rebecca de Prospo

Year 1 MTE BPAP505 Musical Theatre Ensembles. These are a

series of short, informal concerts in the E Block Theatre
showcasing the work of Year 1 students. They are
performed in in the third term, and friends and family are
welcome.

Year 1 TIE BPAP505 Theatre in Education. Two teams devise shows

and tour Christchurch primary schools mid-November.

Year 2 - Play BPAP605

Year 2 - Musical BPAP605

Year 3 - Play BPAP705

Year 3 - Cabaret BPAP705 Students devise and perform a season of cabaret

in November in teams

Year 3 - Musical BPAP705 Year 3 students perform a musical theatre show.

If off-site, there may be some expense incurred for which
you should budget course-related costs.

For all other events please check the

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BPANASDAatCPIT/
Facebook site.

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Assessments - K Aromatawai

Assessment Information
At the start of each course, you will be given a Course Outline. Before each
assessment you will be given an assessment brief. They will show:

The number, type, and due dates for all assessments. This includes tests and
assignments.

The weighting of each assessment in your course that contributes to your final
grade, if applicable.

The assessment policy for resits, second results and alternative assessments,
if they are different from the policies in this handbook.

The time frame for getting your marked assessments back from tutors, if they
are different from those stated in this handbook.

The penalties for handing assessments in late, if they are different from those
stated in this handbook. These may be different for each course.

If you do not receive this information, talk to the course tutor or

Manager/Programme Leader.

Assessment Types

Formative assessment Verbal and written feedback that takes place

throughout classes and the programme.

Summative assessment Assessments throughout the year that are based on

learning outcomes for the course, and determine how
well you have achieved each outcome. You are given
grades and written feedback. These assessments
may include practical tests and projects.

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If at any point your tutor or Programme Leader is concerned about your progress,
they will let you know.

The contents of the course work will be explained by the tutor for each course, but
will typically comprise written tests, projects, laboratory reports, practical exercises
and assignments. These assessments also provide formative assessment
(feedback on your level of skill and knowledge). In general, to pass this course, you
must achieve a minimum mark of 50% overall and attempt all assessments. A guide
to attempt all assessments requires that you strive to achieve a minimum of 40% for
each assessment remembering that you need to average 50% overall.

Presenting Your Work

Below are the guidelines for presenting your assignments.
Use a computer to create your assessments. Use an appropriate programme
for the assessment, such as a word processing programme, desktop
publishing programme or an electronic file.
Print on a single side of paper
Staple or bind your assignments. If an assignment is large, get it bound.

Submitting Your Work

Your tutor will let you know how to submit your work. You may be required to submit
your work manually or electronically. If you submit your work electronically, keep a
copy until your official results are published at the end of the semester. If you have
any questions, contact your Programme Leader.

Note: CPIT uses as part of its assessment processes electronic plagiarism

detection. Students will, from time to time, be required to submit
assessments for scanning. Electronic copies of assessments must be
retained by the student until the official results are published after the end
of semester or year.

Quality Assurance
Your assessments and exam scripts may be used for internal and external
moderation, monitoring, programme reviews, aegrotats, and the resolution of
academic appeals and complaints. This helps CPIT meet internal and external
academic quality assurance requirements. If your assessments are used this way,
before they are used, any information that could reasonably be expected to identify
you will be removed.

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The Grade Scale
The various assessments within a course will be combined according to the weights
shown in the course descriptor, and a grade for the course as a whole will be
assigned from the table shown below. A "C-" grade and above represents a pass for
the course.

The following grade scale (G29aa) will be used for all courses on the programmes
unless advised otherwise in the course descriptor:

Marked Grades
Grade Mark range Pass or fail

A+ 90-100 Pass

A 85-89 Pass

A- 80-84 Pass

B+ 75-79 Pass

B 70-74 Pass

B- 65-69 Pass

C+ 60-64 Pass

C 55-59 Pass

C- 50-54 Pass

D 40-49 Fail

E 0-39 Fail

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Unmarked Grades
Grade Pass or fail Title Description

ADV Pass Advance A grade that is used when Advanced

Standing Standing is awarded allowing a student
to enter at an advanced level in the
programme following assessment of
prior learning.
AP Pass Aegrotat Pass Allows you to pass an assessment if
you were unable to attend it because of
a serious impairment, or if you attended
it but your performance was seriously
impaired.
CC Pass Cross Credit A grade you can get if you have
successfully completed similar work in a
different course. That work is credited
to the current course.
CP Pass Conceded A grade that allows you to pass and go
Pass to the next level.
CPX Pass Conceded A restricted pass. Allows you to pass,
Pass but does not allow you to go to the next
(Non- level.
advancing)
CT Pass Credit Transfer A grade you can get if you have
completed an NZQA unit standard
previously. The credits from that unit
are transferred to your current
programme.
FF Fail Forced Fail A grade you get if you did not complete
a minimum mandatory requirement.
INC Incomplete Due to non- A grade you get if you did not complete
completion a mandatory assessment.
P Pass Ungraded An ungraded pass you get when you
Pass have shown the learning through
alternative assessment, i.e., CAPL or
specific resit situations.
RPL Pass Pass via A grade that recognises that you gained
Recognition of the learning previously.
Prior Learning
WD N/A Withdrawn A grade you get if you withdrew from
the course.

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ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS

Extensions
If you are unable to complete an assessment by the due date, you may be able to
apply for an extension of time.
Available for some courses, refer to course descriptor. If you are unable to meet the
assessment due date, an application for an extension must be made to the course
tutor.
Only in exceptional circumstances as approved by the Head of Department will
extensions apply for more than one practical assessment.

Note: Students are allowed up to 6 weeks to complete an assessment under

this provision.

Resubmission/Resits
You may be able to apply for a resubmission if you fail an assessment, or a resit if
you fail a test or exam.
Available for some courses, refer to course descriptor. One resit per assessment.
Maximum mark of 50% of total mark. Attendance record of 80% or better required to
be eligible for resit. The tutor is to advise students of the opportunity for a resit when
a failed result may impact on the chances of passing the course. It is your
responsibility to apply for the resit prior to publication of results. A standard fee
applies.

Second Results
Available for some courses, refer to course descriptor. Must be completed within 12
months of the end of course date. A Second Result, for a failed assessment,
enables you to resit a test/exam or resubmit an assessment. No additional tuition
from the institution is provided. A standard CPIT fee applies. For more information
about the fee, see http://www.cpit.ac.nz/study-options/fees-and-finance

Assessment Arrangements for Students with

Particular Needs
Students with a disability or reading/writing difficulty may qualify for extra assistance
for tests and examinations. The assistance may take the form of extra time, a
separate room, or a reader/writer assistant. If you would like to know if you are
eligible for this assistance please speak to Department Support Administrator or
Learning Services at least one month before your assessment is due.

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Further details, including eligibility criteria, are to be found in CPIT Policy APP509
Additional Assessment Arrangements
http://cmsstatic1.cpit.ac.nz/assets/pdf_file/0006/131586/APP509-additional-
assessment-arrangements13.pdf

Credit Recognition
If you believe that a course or unit standard you have previously completed at CPIT
or from another recognised educational institution, or work/life experience, may be
relevant to the qualification you are studying now, you could apply for credit
recognition. You should apply for credit recognition for the course rather than
enrolling in the course concerned. Application forms are available from the
department support administrator or the Admissions and Results team. In most
cases a fee is payable.

Alternative Assessments
For major assessments (test/exams) if you are unable to sit a test or exam on the
scheduled date, or complete an assessment on the due date, you may be able to
apply for an alternative assessment. Check with your tutor or the department support
administrator as soon as you can.

You will be charged a fee for an alternative assessment. If there are no extra costs,
the fee is $25 per hour. For more information about the fee, see
http://www.cpit.ac.nz/study-options/fees-and-finance

To apply for an alternative assessment:

Contact your tutor to check if you are eligible within seven working days of the
original exam or assessment date. You must provide appropriate evidence, such
as a doctors certificate.

Aegrotat
You may be able to apply for an aegrotat when illness, injury, bereavement,
childbirth, or other unforeseen critical circumstances occur on or immediately prior
to the day of assessment, and:
prevent you from attending the assessment.
seriously impair your performance during the assessment itself.

This means that:

You are unable to sit an examination, test, or other assessment.

You do not perform as well as expected during an assessment (impaired
performance).
You cannot complete an assignment.

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Restrictions on Aegrotats
Alternative assessments must be taken if available. If not available, students should
attempt the original assessment if at all possible and apply for an Aegrotat for
impaired performance. Aegrotat applications for assessments worth 25% or more of
total assessment will result in AP grade for course. Where the value of approved
aegrotat applications account for 25% (or less) of the overall assessment for any
paper, assessed marks for those applications will be included in the final grade.

To apply for an aegrotat, you must fit the criteria above, but only if:

Your course allows for aegrotat passes.

The Department cannot provide alternative arrangements for you to complete
the assessment. If not available, students should attempt the original
assessment if at all possible and apply for an Aegrotat for impaired
performance.
Aegrotat applications for assessments worth 25% or more of total
assessment will result in AP grade for course. Where the value of approved
aegrotat applications account for 25% (or less) of the overall assessment for
any paper, assessed marks for those applications will be included in the final
grade.
You meet the criteria set out in the Aegrotat Pass Regulations. For more
information about these regulations, see http://www.cpit.ac.nz/about-
us/policies/ select Academic Procedures and click on APP510a Aegrotat
Application - Student Information.

Checking if you are eligible to apply

Before you apply for an aegrotat, you must check the restrictions to see if you are
eligible. You cannot apply for an aegrotat when absence or impaired performance
is because you have been unable to attend classes, study or prepare for the
assessment. An aegrotat only covers your condition during or immediately prior to
the day of assessment.

You must attempt the assessment if at all possible and apply for an aegrotat on the
basis of impaired performance. An application will not be accepted if you were able
to attempt the assessment, but chose not to do so.

In certain circumstances support can be arranged for you to do an assessment, e.g.

use of a writer if your arm is injured and you are unable to write. You are expected
to use support if it is available and undertake the assessment. Please contact
Learning Services (upstairs in the Library) as soon as possible to check, and make
arrangements if relevant.

How to Apply for an Aegrotat

1 Contact the manager or programme leader or the department support
administrator as soon as possible after the assessment. They will help you

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 find out if you are eligible. If you are not eligible, check with the manager or
programme leader if an alternative assessment is an option for you.

2 Get an Aegrotat Application form from the department support

administrator. This includes a form for providing evidence of your
circumstances.

3 Give the completed application forms to the department support administrator.

You must do this within seven calendar days of the assessment, excluding
public holidays.

The Head of Department considers your application. You will be notified of the
outcome in writing.

Reconsideration
You can apply for a reconsideration if you think the mark you have been given for
an assignment, test, or exam is incorrect or unfair. You will be charged a fee of $50
for the reconsideration, which is refunded if the grade changes to a pass or there is
a 5% variance. To apply for a reconsideration, see the steps below:

1 Within 10 working days of receiving your mark, contact your tutor or the
manager or programme leader and discuss your options.

2 If you want to go ahead with the reconsideration, give a written request to the
manager or programme leader within 10 working days of the discussion.

For more information about how to apply for a reconsideration, see

http://www.cpit.ac.nz/aboutus/policies/ select Academic Procedures and click on
Academic Procedures APP505 Assessment. The reconsideration information is on
page 13. APP505c is also useful.

Conceded Pass
You may qualify for a conceded pass if you have good overall marks, but failed
marginally in one area, or were unable to complete all of the required work because
of an exceptional circumstance. The Department Board of Studies will make the
decision and let you know if they give you the conceded pass.

There are two kinds of conceded pass. An Advancing pass allows you to pass the
course and progress to the next level of your programme. A Non-advancing pass is
a restricted pass that allows you to pass the course, but not progress to the next
level of your programme.

For more information about conceded passes, see http://www.cpit.ac.nz/about-

us/policies/ select Academic Procedures and click on APP505 Assessment. The
conceded pass information is on page 12.

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Results & Graduation - K putaka me te
Whakaptaetaka

Accessing Your Results

Results of individual assessments will be made available to you as soon as possible
after the assessment; usually within two weeks of the test or due date of an
assignment. These results may be returned to you in class or online. Final grades
for each course will be available online after the publishing date for the end of the
semester from the CPIT Student Portal at http://campus.cpit.ac.nz/

Note that staff members are under no obligation to advise you of your final grade for
a course. After you have completed all the assessments in a course, we ask that
you allow the staff time to complete the marking. At the end of semester staff
members are under great pressure to submit final results to Academic Records so
that they can be processed and then made available to all students as soon as
possible.

Academic Transcripts
If you require your results to be printed, visit Central Academic Records (CAR) in
N118 or email records@cpit.ac.nz to request a transcript.

Exam Scripts and Assessments

Assessments and marked scripts for those courses with major final exams will be
made available for pick up by students at the end of each semester on specified
dates (to be advised but usually for up to four weeks after results are published).
Subsequently all scripts held will be archived for confidential destruction.

Please note that in order to meet internal and external academic quality assurance
requirements, student assessments and examination scripts may be used for the
purposes of:
Internal and external moderation
Programme review

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 Aegrotats (if available)
Resolution of academic appeals and complaints
Assessments used for these purposes will have information which could reasonably
be expected to identify the individual removed before they are copied and used.

Graduating From Your Programme

Graduation ceremonies are held twice each year. Students who have successfully
completed the requirements of an approved programme of study leading to a
qualification at or above level 4 are entitled to receive the award at the official CPIT
Graduation Ceremony whether the qualification is a certificate, diploma or degree.

1 Once your eligibility has been confirmed, you will be sent a graduation pack.
This will give you information about when and where each graduation is held,
how many guests you can invite, how to apply for tickets for your guests, and
information about the hire of regalia you are required to wear to the ceremony.

2 When you receive your graduation pack, complete and return the required
forms advising CPIT which graduation ceremony you wish to attend, or if you
wish to graduate in absentia.

Note: If you believe you are entitled to graduate and do not hear from
CPIT please contact the Department Support Administrator or Academic
Records.

Inclusion of other programmes in the graduation ceremony is approved on a case by

case basis.

There are two graduation ceremonies each year:

Autumn graduation Thursday 24 March

Spring graduation Friday 16 September

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Policies & Procedures - K ture me k
tikaka

Academic Policies
All policies are accessible on the CPIT website http://www.cpit.ac.nz/policies CPIT
provides a student advocacy service. Visit Student Services at Student Central
(opposite enrolments) for support.

It is well known that people learn better when they work together, and this is
encouraged, but when it comes to assessment, collaboration (working together) is
not permitted unless it is a formal part of the assignment set by the tutor(s). Each
student is also responsible for making sure his/her work is not able to be copied by
others. Sharing or comparing tests, exams and assessments is prohibited and, if
detected, will be treated as academic misconduct.

STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITES

CPIT is committed to the wellbeing and achievement of ALL students. To create
and maintain the best possible teaching and learning environment, all students
enrolled at or attending/using services at CPIT agree to accept certain
responsibilities, respect the rights of others and behave in an acceptable manner.

Your Rights as a Student

As a student at CPIT you have the right to:

Fairness
Open and accurate information.
Fair evaluation and assessment, and timely feedback.
Problems handled as quickly as practicable and consistent with natural
justice.
Personal privacy.

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 Support, representation and advocacy from the Student Advocate if
requested.

Respect
Academic freedom, defined in the Education Act as freedom, within the law,
to question and test received wisdom, put forward new ideas and state
controversial or unpopular opinions.
Freedom from any form of harassment or unjust discrimination.
Respect for personal, social and cultural differences.
Representation in the development, implementation and review of policies
through student representation.

Standards
Programmes that meet internal and external standards for approval and
registration.
Competent and effective teaching.
Appropriate support services, delivered in a professional manner.
Facilities and resources that meet or exceed Health & Safety legislation.

Your rights will be upheld by CPIT management. If you think they have been
infringed, please contact your Head of Department/Programme Manager, Student
Advocate, Student Services Managers, Registry Manager or Human Resources.

Your Responsibilities as a Student

As a student at CPIT you are expected to:

Behave safely
Take care when using equipment and facilities.
Wear suitable clothing.
Comply with health and safety guidelines and instructions.
Take precautions so as not to endanger yourself or others.
Comply with visa requirements.
Follow relevant professional guidelines.
Ensure you are not intoxicated or under the influence of drugs when at CPIT
or involved in CPIT related activities, e.g., field trips.

Respect others
Be sensitive to personal, social and cultural differences.
Respect the needs, rights, and freedoms of others.
Help to uphold the integrity of CPIT qualifications by discouraging/reporting
dishonest practices.

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Observe CPIT rules
Familiarise yourself with what CPIT expects of you as a tertiary student.
Behave appropriately for a tertiary education environment.
Endeavour to meet all course requirements including financial obligations.
Be honest when completing assignments/other assessments.
Comply with requirements of programme handbooks.
Follow CPIT policies and regulations (refer: http://www.cpit.ac.nz/about-
us/policies).

Unacceptable Behaviour for Students, Staff or Visitors at CPIT

Your responsibilities as a student include behaving in an acceptable manner. The
following are not acceptable behaviours for anyone (staff, students or visitors) at
CPIT or involved in CPIT related activities:

Breaking any New Zealand law (e.g., assault, theft).

Any form of cheating (including plagiarism and other dishonest practices).
Misuse of technology, software, hardware, or communication systems
provided by CPIT (refer Code of Conduct for Computer Users in particular).
Any form of harassment, bullying, or discrimination including social media.
Unacceptable sexual behaviour (e.g., sexual harassment, accessing
pornography/other restricted material).
Substance misuse including drugs and alcohol affecting behaviour, health or
safety.
Smoking in all CPIT buildings, in CPIT vehicles or on all CPIT land and
perimeters including all car parks, green spaces, and external eating areas.
Violence or threats of violence.
Vandalism or other abuse of facilities and buildings.
Disruptive behaviour in class and or designated learning areas (e.g., arriving
late, unauthorised use of technology, interfering with the learning of other
individuals).

Academic staff have the responsibility to maintain a safe and effective learning
environment. They may ask you to leave the class if your behaviour indicates limited
ability to be safe, disturbance to others learning, or put others at risk.

CPIT takes this statement of rights and responsibilities seriously. Your marks,
reports, and references may include an assessment of your behaviour, as well as
your educational achievement. Infringement may lead to probation or exclusion may
lead to cancellation of a current enrolment and/or refusal of a future enrolment (see
relevant policies).

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Further Information
This is supported by a formal policy available electronically, via CPITs website.
You are also invited to contact Head of Department/Programme Manager, Student
Advocate, Student Services Managers, Registry Manager or Human Resources if
you need further information or help in interpreting your rights or responsibilities.

Academic Support and Progression

Support will be available to any student having difficulty meeting academic standards
or who seeks guidance, assistance or support with study related matters.

Students who are not achieving satisfactorily will receive specifically targeted advice
and assistance at an early stage.

Academic staff members will work with a student who is not meeting academic
standards to document and implement a plan. This will include identifying and
monitoring goals, expected academic progress, timelines and support.

If satisfactory progress is not made then the student will be invited to meet with the
Head of Department or his/her delegate, who will explain the circumstances, discuss
the consequences, and give the student the opportunity to present their view of
events leading up to the meeting. Depending on the outcome of the meeting a
Formal Academic Contract may be entered into.

Formal Academic Contract

Any student whose progress in a current course is still considered by tutors to not be
satisfactory will be invited to a meeting and advised in writing by the Head of
Department or delegate.

The Formal Academic Contract will record the deficiencies or concerns, the progress
which must be met, any assistance available, the time within which progress or
change must be demonstrated, and the method and criteria by which such progress
or change will be measured.

For more information about Academic Support and Progression, see

http://www.cpit.ac.nz/about-us/policies select Academic procedures and click on
APP511 Academic Support and Progression.

Academic Misconduct
Cheating, plagiarism and other dishonest academic practices have serious
consequences in this programme and students who fail to meet academic standards
may be subject to educative processes or penalties.

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Plagiarism
Copying, taking or using someone elses work or ideas and presenting them as if
they were ones own original work or thought, without clear acknowledgement of the
actual source.

Cheating
Acting deceitfully or dishonestly to gain academic recognition or an academic result.
Examples include copying answers from another persons work, taking useful
information secretly into a test or exam, improperly accessing information about
questions and/or answers, arranging for someone else to produce an assignment or
to sit a test or exam.

Dishonest Academic Practice

Any other act or omission that contravenes CPIT academic requirements of a
programme or course.

Educative Processes
These are actions designed to assist the student in understanding the expected
standards and skills needed to succeed and may include facilitated discussion with
an appropriate staff member, a formal contract with Learning Services or other
appropriate staff member for skills development including specific learning
outcomes and timeframes, additional work may be required, a formal written
warning may be given or marks deducted.

Penalties
These are actions designed to deter misconduct and/or deal with the consequences
of it in a fair and appropriate way and may include:
A decision not to mark or assess the work or record a mark/grade
Formally recorded fail / zero for the work concerned which remains on your
academic record
Cancellation of credit already awarded if the academic misconduct is
admitted/ established after assessments have been completed and recorded
Formal notice indicating Intentional Plagiarism (or other misconduct) placed
on academic record for a specified period of time
Formal written warning
Probation or suspension from the programme or other penalty.

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Probation
Any student whose behaviour is unacceptable and of concern to staff or other
students, will be advised of this in writing by the Head of Department. This written
warning is known as probation.

The written advice must briefly record the deficiencies or concerns, the progress or
standards of behaviour which must be met, any assistance available, the time within
which progress or change must be demonstrated, and the method and criteria by
which such progress or change will be measured.

The progress or change required should be reasonable and the criteria for
assessing whether the progress or change has been achieved should be easily
understood and capable of being clearly demonstrated.

The written advice must include the warning that failure to make progress or achieve
change may lead to suspension and/or cancellation of current enrolment(s) and/or
refusal of future enrolment(s).

These requirements are known as the terms and conditions of probation.

For more information about probation, see http://www.cpit.ac.nz/about-us/policies

select Academic procedures and click on APP506 Probation.

Exclusion
An exclusion may apply to one or more specified courses, a whole programme, or all
enrolment at CPIT. An exclusion may also apply to one or more specified services
or facilities.

Suspension
Suspension is a short-term exclusion and is the formal process by which a student
is temporarily prohibited from attending classes in one or more courses and/or is
refused access to one or more services/facilities provided by CPIT. In serious
circumstances a Trespass Notice may also be issued.

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Cancellation of Enrolment
CPIT may cancel a students enrolment on any of the Education Act (1989) grounds:

The person is not of good character.

The person has been guilty of misconduct or a breach of discipline.
The person is enrolled for full-time instruction in another institution or in a
school.
The person has made insufficient progress in the persons study or training
after a reasonable trial at the institution or at another institution.

The decision to cancel or refuse an enrolment may be made only by the Chief
Executive or nominee.

Failure to meet the terms and conditions of Academic Contract and/or probation may
lead to exclusion.

When a cancellation is being considered, the Head of Department must invite the
student to an interview.

Refusal of Future Enrolment

Any person may, for good reason and on good evidence, be refused enrolment at
CPIT generally or in a particular programme or course only by the Chief Executive or
by his or her nominee under specific delegation.

Enrolment may be refused on any of the Education Act (1989) grounds.

Failure to meet the terms and conditions of probation may lead to exclusion.

The Head of Department must forward a recommendation to the Chief Executive that
the persons application(s) to enrol be refused. The recommendation must state
which of the Education Act (1989) grounds is the basis of the recommendation and
must include the supporting evidence.

For more information about Exclusion, including Appeal Rights and Other Rights,
see http://www.cpit.ac.nz/about-us/policies select Academic procedures and click on
APP512 Exclusion.

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Useful Information - krero hai whina

How to Change Your Enrolment

If you wish to add, withdraw or change your programme of study, the first step is to
talk with the relevant academic staff member or administrative staff member who
can offer advice and assistance.

All requests for course amendments or withdrawals must be made in writing

preferably on an official Enrolment Amendment form that can be obtained from the
Admissions team or your department support administrator. All requests for course
amendments and withdrawals are subject to the Terms and Conditions of
Enrolment.

Note: You can also send an email to enrolmentsupport@cpit.ac.nz and

say which course you are withdrawing from.

Please note that changing your enrolment may affect loans and/or allowances paid
by StudyLink, or eligibility for a Student Permit to study in New Zealand. This is also
the case if you decide to withdraw from the entire programme, so no matter what the
reason, we strongly recommend that you discuss any changes to your enrolments
with staff.

How to Change Your Contact Details

You are required to ensure that CPIT also has your current contact details. This is
because important information is sent out during the year.

If you need to change your email, cell phone or postal address details at any time
this should be done by ringing 0800 24 24 76 or via the Student Portal.

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Hardship
If you are struggling to continue with your study due to unforeseen financial issues
you may be able to apply for assistance. Call Student Support Officer Debbie
Noonan on 940 8238 to discuss your situation and find out what you could be eligible
for.

Financial Support Between Study Periods

If you have a break three weeks or longer between study, and you are not working to
support yourself during this time, you may be eligible to apply for Jobseeker Support
Student Hardship assistance. More information is available at
http://www.studylink.govt.nz/other-help/jobseeker-support-student-hardship.html

Compassionate Withdrawal Process

There are situations, e.g., serious injury or illness, relocation to another centre, in
which CPIT will consider a refund of fees and charges on compassionate grounds
after the published last withdrawal date. Applications for compassionate
consideration are made by the student to the Head of Department. Forms are
available from the department support administrator.

How to tell CPIT When Youre Absent

Let CPIT know when you are absent from classes or if you are sick.

If you will be absent from class, contact your Rebecca de Prospo with details
of staff affected by your absence on 940 8695 or email
rebecca.deprospo@cpit.ac.nz before you go away.

If you are sick, contact your Rebecca de Prospo with details of staff affected
by your absence on 940 8695 or email rebecca.deprospo@cpit.ac.nz

How to make a Complaint

You may have a concern or complaint about a course, tutor, or another aspect of
your programme. To make a complaint, contact the Programme Leader, Manager,
or the Head of Department. They will advise you about what to do next, and CPITs
policy.

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FAQ - K ptai
WHERE TO GO FOR HELP
Question
If you need information about
timetables or classes.
If you need to add a printing credit
If your class is cancelled
Finding out important information
Arriving on time
Managing your workload
Using campus buildings
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How
Visit your Programme Leader, Angela
Johnson in E215 or call 940 8485
Use the Docupos kiosks located in the
Atrium and Library to pay for a top up.
A message will be put on our Facebook
page.
We send announcements to your email
address or post them on Moodle,
Facebook or our websites. Check your
email regularly.
Punctuality is an essential skill for working
in the industry, so arrive on time for
classes and assessments.
To do well in your courses, we
recommend you keep up with your
homework and assessments.
Keep your ID card with you whenever you
are on campus, especially after hours.
Security guards and custodians may ask
you for it. If you cannot show it to them,
they are entitled to ask you to leave the
building.
ACADEMIC & STUDY SUPPORT
CPIT has a wide range of services available to help you get the most out of your
time here. Our services are available regardless of what stage you are at in your
study journey.

Learning Services
TAKE
Learning Services offers free learning and study RESPONSIBILITY
advice to CPIT students. We focus on supporting FOR YOUR OWN
you to manage your own study, and to develop LEARNING.
the academic skills you require to complete your
coursework successfully.
If you miss a class, catch
Learning Services offers you: up on any material you
may have missed.
A 'drop-in' service for 20 minute
consultations with a learning advisor (at If you get a part-time job,
Madras campus) - no appointment make sure you are able to
required. attend classes, tutorials
Maths support. and assessments.
Online learning and study resources and
free print handouts. If you have any problems
Lunchtime seminars. with your workload,
A Moodle page for academic skills support. contact your Programme
Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS) for Leader for advice.
subject-related help.
Group study rooms. If you want to learn new
strategies or get support,
Please note: We do not provide a proofreading contact Learning
service or edit or correct your work. Instead, we Services.
can help you learn strategies for editing and
proofreading your own work.

Where to find us:

At the Madras campus, Learning Services is located on the ground floor in the
library. The best way to make an appointment for maths at the Madras campus is to
telephone us on (03) 940 8005 during our opening hours. Feel free to drop-in for a
20 minute consultation with Learning Services about academic issues or questions.

Disability Services
Disability Services assists students with their studies and works with them to find
support strategies. Services we may provide include: note-takers, reader/writers,
assistive technology and study related advice. If you would like to talk to one of our
advisors, please come and make an appointment to see us. We are located on the
ground floor of the library, in the same space as Learning Services. If you have any

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documentation of your disability or health condition, e.g., a Seabrook Mackenzie
report, please bring this to your appointment.
Where to find us:
At the Madras campus, you will find Disability Services, alongside Learning Services,
on the ground floor in the Library. At the Trades campus, you can contact Learning
Services for disability related assistance.
Learning Services opening hours are:
City Campus: MondayThursday, 8am-6pm, Friday, 8am-5pm, Saturday, 10am-
5pm, Sunday Closed.

Library
Access books, magazines, e-books, journals, article databases, DVDs and musical
scores, get help from our librarians to find the best resources for your assignment,
get help with referencing, book a group study room or have a study session with your
classmates.
Where to find us:
The library is located in the Rakaia Centre or you can contact us by phone on 940
8089 or email library@cpit.ac.nz
Library opening hours are:
City Campus: MondayThursday, 8am8pm, Friday, 8am5pm, Saturday, 10am
5pm, Sunday, 12pm5pm.

Language Learning Study Space

The Language Self Access Centre (LSAC) is where you can come to practise.
There are resources at all levels to help you learn at your own pace. As well as
English resources, there are materials for students learning Spanish, German,
Japanese, French, Italian, Chinese, Indonesian/Malay, Korean, Portuguese, Arabic,
Hindi and Russian.
Where to find us:
The Learning Self Access Centre is located on Level 2 attached to the library or you
can contact us by phone on 940 8131 or email Kerstin.Dofs@cpit.ac.nz

Support for Maori & Pasifika Students

CMPA will help you do your best at CPIT, plus have some fun! They have links to all
the services within CPIT along with external agencies and groups.

The CMPA also hold social events like karakia, BBQs, sports tournaments, and
hangi - bring your friends and whnau!

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Where to find us:
The Centre for Maori and Pasifika Achievement (CMPA) is located in X117 or you
can contact us by phone on 940 8359 or email cmpa@cpit.ac.nz

Support for International Students

Providing advice or support with accommodation, immigration, your study, course
work, assessments. Tell us if you are feeling lonely, isolated and worried, having
difficulty understanding your tutors or other students and dont know who to talk to.

Where to find us:

The International Student Advisors are located in A124 or you can contact us by
phone on 940 8728 or email intadvisors@cpit.ac.nz

Support for Refugees and Migrants

Our advisor can provide help and support with general advice, Studylink,
employment, housing, study issues, benefits.
Where to find us:
The Student Advisor is located in Student Central or you can contact us buy phone
on 940 7565 or email Millan.Gurung@cpit.ac.nz

Student Advocate
The Student Advocate is an independent person who can help you with difficulties
(inside or outside CPIT) that may affect your studies or ability to achieve your
academic goals.
Where to find us:
Call the Student Advocate, Duncan Dunbar, on 940 8518 or 027 273 6246, or email
Duncan.Dunbar@actionworks.org.nz

Student Voice
Having a say and being able to influence decisions about CPIT is a vital part of making
CPIT a place you are proud of. How can CPIT improve if we dont know we need to?
There are lots of ways you can get involved:

Talk to your tutor in the first instance Always the best first point of contact if you
have any questions or suggestions about your course.

Course evaluations and the Student Experience survey this helps let us know
what we are doing well, and where we need to improve so please let us know your
views.

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Programme/Student Representative meetings if you are a good communicator
and passionate about your course, put your hand up and represent your class and
come together with other programme reps from your department. Meetings take
place termly. Its approximately four hours commitment a year. There will also be
occasions when you are asked to be involved in programme and Industry advisory
committees. Looks great on the CV!

Student Council This is an opportunity for Programme reps and other student
representatives to come together and look at wider CPIT issues affecting your study
and drive forward ideas or change. This involves a minimum of 25 hours
commitment a year. Training opportunities also available.

Comments box you will see some of these around campus. Your feedback can
be anonymous or if you want direct response, let us have your contact details

Online fill out the Have Your Say tab online www.campus.cpit.ac.nz/support-for-
you/student-feedback

Facebook - If your course has a Facebook page, join up and be part of the
conversation. Check out the student run page
www.facebook.com/CPITstudentplugin

You Say, We Did want to know whats happening to some of your feedback, check
out the Student Voice noticeboard and www.campus.cpit.ac.nz/student-life/student-
voice

Student Groups Get involved with one, or start one yourself. Join like-minded
students www.campus.cpit.ac.nz/student-life/student-groups

If you want to get involved, have something to say or have got suggestions please
contact Jo Carter, Student Voice Coordinator, 021 955 560 or
studentvoice@cpit.ac.nz

OTHER SERVICES

Campus Life
Campus Life is the student website at CPIT, with information on your study, support
for you and student life. You can access Moodle, the Student Portal, student
timetable, student email, Career Hub and Library from here. You can stay
connected with notices, a student blog and student chat.
Where to find us:
Check us out at http://campus.cpit.ac.nz/

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Health Centre
A great range of health services, including GP, nursing and counselling services, at
a discounted rate.

Health Centre opening hours are: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm (Doctors available until
3.15pm by appointment only.)

Where to find us:

The Health Centre is located in the Whareora (W Block), Madras Street Campus or
check us out at http://campus.cpit.ac.nz/supportfor-you/health-centre

Recreation Centre
The Rec Centre is a multi-purpose sports and fitness facility that offers students a
variety of services, including a gym/weights room, sports court and fitness studios.
Where to find us:
The Rec Centre is located at Whareora (W Block), Madras Street Campus. For
more information, please feel free to contact the Recreation Centre Team at
reccentre@cpit.ac.nz or phone 03 940 8435 or check us out at
http://campus.cpit.ac.nz/supportfor-you/rec-centre

Career Centre
Our Career Centre can we help you with career planning, CV preparation, interview
techniques, job search strategies.
Where to find us:
The Career Centre is open on a drop-in basis during these times:
Rakaia Centre, Madras Street Campus: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 12
noon to 1pm.

Career Hub
Career Hub is a student job search site, with jobs specific to the programme.

Career Hub has casual, part time, temporary and full time job opportunities as well
as info on upcoming career seminars, workshops and more.

Where to find us:

Check us out at http:/cpit.careerhub.co.nz/

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Other useful links

Studylink www.studylink.govt.nz Provides information about your student

loan and living costs.

SJS http://www.sjs.co.nz/ A student job search site, with a large

range of jobs available.

Disclaimer:
All care and attention has been given to ensure the information in this handbook is accurate at the time of printing. CPIT Aoraki
does not take responsibility for any loss or harm incurred as a result of reliance upon any information which is incorrect or out of
date.

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Understanding your Timetable
This timetable is a sample of how a week might look during our programme. The times of your lectures or other commitments will change during the year and
are available on your personal version of the timetable. If you have any questions about your timetable, contact your Programme Leader.

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