Tena Koe Henry,

Thank you for your enquiry to The University of Auckland.

Your assumption is correct. A preferred name is simply the name you wish to
be known by, but the legal name must correspond exactly with the official
documentation (such as your passport) that you provide to us.

If you have any further queries, please feel free to contact us via one of
the avenues listed below.

Kind regards,

Caroline Reid

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AWESOME!!!! Quick someone think of an incredibly witty name. Please, don't give me Hugh Jazz.