Student accommodation
The Student accommodation category applies to tertiary-level student accommodations provided by Universities and Polytechnics. Also eligible for this category are accommodations provided by other alternative tertiary education providers.
Halls of residence, student apartments, and also self-catering flats or units that meet specific assessment criteria are eligible to apply for the Qualmark Star grading. Upon application the accommodation provider immediately receives 'Applied For' Qualmark status, the specific star grading entitlement being awarded post-assessment.
The main point of difference between the Student Accommodation criteria, and other Qualmark categories, is the emphasis on individual student support and pastoral care. This category covers quality checks in the areas of communications, safety and security, social activities, staff availability, residential support and satisfaction.
The development of the Student Accommodation Qualmark criteria has involved considerable input from, amongst others, the University of Auckland, in addition to wide consultation with the New Zealand Association of Tertiary Education Accommodation Professionals (NZATEAP).