Study and Career Options for 2021
See below for information regarding University Open Days, Liaison visits, Halls of Residence and Scholarship application plus info on the Defence Force and SIT applications.
Otago University
Scholarships
Scholarship applications are now open. Applications close on 15th August.
Otago University Liaison visit - 2021 Course Planning
Monday 17th August. All sessions will be held in the PAC, and the timetable is as follows:
8.50-9.10 General chat to all boys about the process, key dates etc for remainder of year, general questions etc.
9.10-9.40 Health Sciences (incl HSFY, BioMed etc.)
9.40-10.10 Surveying and Engineering first year
10.10-10.30 Law overview session (all Law students attend and return to appropriate second session later)
10.30-11 Bachelor of Teaching
11-12 Bachelor of Arts (incl Social Work)
12-12.30 break
12.30-1.30 Bachelor of Science/Applied Science
1.30-2.30 Bachelor of Commerce
2.30-3 Music and Performing Arts
Residential Hall Applications
Applications are now open. Applications close on 30th September, but please aim to have your application done by mid-September to allow your CCRF form to be completed.
Otago Polytech
The Liaison Officer will be visiting Kings High School on Thursday 20th August to discuss course options for 2021. Sessions will be in the Williams Room and the schedule is as follows:
9.00-10.00 - Trades - Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical, Carpentry
10.00-10.30 - Engineering Technologies and Quantity Surveying – Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and QS
10.30-11.00 – Creative - Art, Design, Architectural Studies, Digital Media and Photography, Food, Culinary Arts, Hospitality
11.25-11.55 – Health - Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Services, Health Bridging, Sport, Personal Training, Massage Therapy
11.55-12.25 - Everything Else - Business, Tourism, IT, Natural Sciences, Stonemasonry, Arboriculture, Apiculture, Sports Turf, Farming, Brewing, Outdoor Adventure, Snowsports, Avalanche Safety, Early Childhood Education
1.25-3.00 – Drop in you missed your session or have a question
Victoria University of Wellington
Scholarships
Scholarship applications are now open. Applications close on 1st September
Hall of Residence Applications
Applications are now open. Applications close 1st October, but please aim to have your application done by mid-September to allow your CCRF form to be completed.
Open Day
We are pleased to confirm that we will be hosting our Open Day on Friday 21st August. Students will have the opportunity to explore study options, tour our campuses and halls, attend sample lectures, and experience student life at the University. In a change from previous years, we will run course planning sessions on Saturday 22 August at our Pipitea campus. Students can register to attend Open Day on our website.
Liaison Visit
The Liaison Officer will be visiting King's High School on 17th September.
University of Canterbury
Scholarships
Applications are now open. Applications close on 15th August
Hall of Residence Applications
Applications are now open. Applications close on 24th September, but please aim to have your application done by mid-September to allow your CCRF form to be completed.
University Open Day
Thursday 27th August is your opportunity to get information in person, while also exploring the UC Campus and what Ōtautahi Christchurch has to offer. Register interest here>
Liaison Officer Visit
The University of Canterbury Liaison Officer will be visiting on 9th September
University of Auckland
School Leaver Scholarships
Applications are now open and will close on the 19th August.
Open Day Online
Tuesday 25 – Thursday 27 August, 6–9pm
Over three evenings, this vibrant online experience will excite and motivate you. We offer a variety of sessions to meet your needs for both information and inspiration. There’ll be online webinars, virtual tours and more from our eight faculties and many of our service units. Fill out the registration form for full session details and further updates.
Open Day On Campus
Saturday 29th August, 9am–2pm
Come and experience our impressive environments and facilities first hand. We’ll be hosting exhibition areas, presentations, tours, entertainment and more. Our faculties are offering a great programme of presentations and tours. You’re also welcome to visit our Halls of Residence and other key facilities. Register for full session details and further updates.
To register for further details and updates please visit openday.ac.nz
Defence Force
The Defence Force are holding an information evening on Wednesday 19th August at ASB House, 248 Cumberland Street from 5-6pm.
Southern Institute of Technology
SIT have an Open Day on Friday 28th August.