News and Updates

Choose Science Careers' Evening – University of Canterbury

September 23, 2020: Where: C block lecture theatres, Ilam Campus, University of Canterbury, Christchurch Thinking about studying science? Not sure where it can lead? Come along to our careers evening and find out where science can take you. Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm Register for this free event - https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/choose-science-careers-evening-tickets-119197562117

Learn about degree options and campus life. Hear from some of our inspiring graduates and find out how they’ve turned their passions into successful careers with a science degree.

We need your help  

The Careers Department is trying to put together a list of professionals and trades people, who would be happy to have a wonderful St Bede's student undertake some work experience with them.  

If you think you could support our school in this way, we would love to speak to you more about it.  

Please Contact the Careers Department, ph: 03 375 0647 or jkershaw@stbedes.school.nz

Engineering Entry Requirements

We are pleased to confirm that for students completing NCEA Level 3 in 2020, the entry requirements for our Bachelor of Engineering Technology will be as follows:

University Entrance: NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at Level 3 and 20 credits at Level 2 or higher) which must include 12 credits at Level 3 in each of:

• Physics
• Calculus
• One other subject from the list of approved subjects

UE literacy & numeracy requirements also apply
Click here for further details.

NASDA Applications Extended

NASDA have re-opened applications for 2021. The final cut-off date to submit late applications is 25 September 2020. Please be aware that applications submitted on time, will be given preference. The successful late applicants will be contacted to confirm their audition time:

• Christchurch – Saturday 26 September only

If you cannot attend your in-person audition you can audition by video submission

NASDA presents 'On The Town'

Come check out our NASDA students in action! This is an awesome opportunity for any students considering studying at NASDA to see what our students get up to!

NASDA Theatre, Ara City Campus
7pm, 23 - 26 September
1pm Matinee on 26 September

Click here for more info! 

Update on Nursing Requirements at ARA

We are pleased to confirm that entry requirements for the Ara Bachelor of Nursing will follow the stipulations of the Ministry of Education & NZQA regarding 2020 University Entrance.

Therefore, for students who are completing NCEA Level 3 in 2020, the Bachelor of Nursing entry requirements will be as follows:

New Zealand University Entrance: NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at level 3 and 20 credits at level 2 or higher) which must include:

• 12 credits at Level 3 in each of:
• English or an *approved literacy subject
• Biology or physical education or chemistry
• One other subject from the list of approved subjects*
• Numeracy* - 14 credits at Level 1 or above

*NZQA approved subjects: see https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/

As previously mentioned, entry requirements for our Bachelor of Engineering Technology, Bachelor of Midwifery, & Bachelor of Medical Imaging will not be reduced at this time but we will advise further if anything changes.

If your students have any questions, or would like assistance applying to Ara, please contact engagement@ara.ac.nz or your Youth & Community Development Representative.

University Scholarships for Year 13 Students

MoneyHub has updated its directory of hundreds of scholarships for any student planning to start University in 2021. 
The comprehensive list includes scholarships offered by every university as well as those specifically available to local students. A list of privately-funded, Maori, Pacific and International university scholarships completes the list.

The URL is https://www.moneyhub.co.nz/scholarships-nz.html

There are a number of things happening at ARA...

Upcoming Application Closing Dates for 2021 Study 
Degrees

• Nursing - 30 September

• Broadcasting Communications - 30 September

• Social Work - 31 October

Certificates

• Animal Management - 30 October

• Animal Technology - 30 October 

Accommodation for Massey University

Students need to register with the Accommodation Gateway before you can apply for accommodation. You can register at any time, but applications for accommodation are open now.

To be considered in the first round of offers, your application should be received by:

· 27 September for full year and semester one

· 30 April for semester two

Applications received after these dates will only receive an offer of place if rooms are still available.
   
Further information regarding accommodation applications can be seen here: https://www.massey.ac.nz/?r956a1358y
Any questions - Phone: 0800 MASSEY (627 739) | 

School Shorts Competition

Calling all aspiring filmmakers - New Zealand Broadcasting School at Ara School Shorts competition is back! If you’re at high school in the South Island and you’ve got cinematic ambitions, here’s your chance to create a short video, show it to an audience at Reading Cinemas and be in to win awards and cool prizes. Submissions are due by 1 October. Click here for further details.

Click here for a School Shorts poster

Evening Ara Application Sessions

Over the next few months ARA will be hosting several Ara Application Sessions. This is relevant to all prospective students.   

Students are welcome to come along to find out more about the application process, have questions answered, and get advice on completing their application.

City Campus Christchurch

• Thursday 17 September, 5:30pm
• Thursday 15 October, 5:30pm

Click here for more information, or to register

Information and Preparation Events - Christchurch

• Creative Design Portfolio Workshop - 7 October

Architectural Studies Portfolio Workshop - 8 October 

Manawa Campus Tours

This is an opportunity to tour the Manawa Campus during the school holidays. It is suitable for anyone interested in checking out the new facilities for midwifery, medical imaging, and nursing.

Manawa Campus tours are available on:

• Monday 28 September at 1:30pm
• Tuesday 29 September at 10:30am

Click here to request.