Information for upcoming Tertiary Open Days, Scholarships and Career Opportunities
University of Auckland Open Days -- online 29 June + on campus 28 August
We’d like to invite you, your students, their parents and family/whānau to Open Day 2021.
First up we offer Open Day Online, Tuesday 29 June, 6–9pm.This one-night event will be especially useful for those who can’t make it in person on 28 August, and for those who wish to explore their options before their on-campus visit. There’s nothing like being here – so we’d also love to meet you in person at Open Day On Campus, Saturday 28 August, 9am–3.30pm.
Whether your students know exactly what they want to study, or are yet to decide, our Open Day is their chance to explore study options and career opportunities. They can meet and talk with our staff and current students. And most importantly they’ll be able to experience what it’s like to be a student on campus.
We encourage you and your students to register now for updates in the lead-up to Open Day.
We look forward to welcoming you all to our City Campus.
Aukaha Tau 12 @ UC for all Y12 Maori students
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury is excited to invite you and taiohi Māori in Year 12 to Aukaha Tau 12.
Te rā | Day: Rātū 6 o Toru | Tuesday 6 July
Te wā | Time: 9:00am – 1:30pm
Te wāhi | Venue: Rātā | Engineering Core, Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury (view map)
Aukaha kia kaha!
Bind the lashings of a waka together so that it is strong.
This Ngāi Tahu whakataukī speaks to the importance of strengthening the lashings of a waka before embarking on a voyage to ensure the vessel remains buoyant, safe and strong in its journey. Our programme provides taiohi Māori with the opportunity to strengthen connections, relationships and understandings of the many pathways in tertiary education available before they embark on a potential new journey of learning at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha.
Whakawhanaungatanga is a valued part of our Aukaha Tau 12 programme. Taiohi will meet and share kai with other taiohi Māori, kaimahi and Tuākana (senior Māori students) and learn more about ākonga experiences and life on campus.
Forestry Scholarships
Thinking of a career in forestry?
A Ngā Karahipi Uru Rākau Forestry Scholarship is your first step to a career in one of New Zealand’s largest export earning industries.
Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service, is committed to creating greater diversity across forestry and wood-processing and we encourage Māori and those who identify as female to take up careers in forestry and help transform New Zealand’s future.
“Forestry is among the most dynamic industries in New Zealand. This qualification allows me to develop my interests in conservation, biology, Māori land use, and innovative methods for fighting environmental degradation.
Robyn Patient, Te Arawa (Rangi Te Aorere) and Ngāi Te Rangi (Ngapotiki): B.For.Sc.
Who can apply?
We want to hear from applicants1 who are Māori and/or identify as female enrolling in a:
Bachelor of Forestry Science at the University of Canterbury; or a
Diploma in Forest Management at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology.
Scholarships are also available for all applicants1 enrolling in a:
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Forest Engineering at the University of Canterbury (from their first year).1 Must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
What you’ll receive
Recipients will receive $8,000 for each year of their four-year degree or $6,500 for each year of their two-year diploma.2 The scholarship also includes a paid internship each summer of four to ten weeks with Te Uru Rākau – New Zealand Forest Service, or an employer in the forestry sector. 2 Subject to successful completion of each academic year.
“When I first realised I got this scholarship I was stoked. I was very excited to get into the industry and into study. My iwi own forestry and I want to be able to give back to them. There are so many avenues in forestry a lot of people don’t know about.”
Cole Grace, Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Tuwharetoa, B.For.Sc.
How to apply
Check out our website for more information about eligibility, and how to apply: www.mpi.govt.nz/forestryscholarships
Applications open 1 June and close 15 August.
Why study forestry?
By studying and choosing a career in forestry, you can:
help New Zealand reach its climate change goals
enhance and protect our country’s biodiversity
partner with Māori and iwi to optimise land use potential and outcomes
create a sustainable environment for the future
help create new industries and technologies
be part of the move to building a bioeconomy
“Forestry is so broad. You can go into basically anything. For instance, there is engineering, environmental, harvest planning, biology, business, just to name a few!”
Tessa McCarthy, B.For.Sc.
“There’s going to be a demand for forestry engineers and opportunities in New Zealand and around the world in the next few years. Forestry isn’t just about cutting down trees. It’s a massive field with almost endless opportunities for people to take, from planting trees to building roads. I appreciate the help to get a foot in the door on my chosen career path.”
Max Gomez, Ngāi Tahu, B.E.
Victoria University of Wellington - key dates & details for Y13s
Key dates for 2021
30 June
Christchurch Information Evening
Mid–June
School–leaver scholarshipapplications open
1 August
Halls of residence applications open
20 August
1 September
School–leaver scholarship applications close
10 September
Online enrolments open
15 September
Halls start to send out offers
Accommodation applications
Applications for our halls of residence open on 1 August. We encourage students to get their applications in early, as the halls will start offering places from mid-September.
To help students explore their accommodation options, they can use the new comparison tool on our website:
www.wgtn.ac.nz/accommodation/halls/profiles
Bachelor of Dental Technology; Otago University
What is a Dental Technologist?
Dental technicians can be thought of as artists who, with a thorough understanding of dental materials science, use their artistic skills to fabricate the form, colour and function of individual teeth or maxillofacial prostheses for a patient.
Dental Technology is the technical side of dentistry where a dental technician, on prescription of a dentist, makes any prosthesis or appliance for the head and neck. This could consist of:
- Artificial teeth such as complete dentures, partial dentures, crowns and bridges and implant supported dentures in various materials such as acrylics, alloys, and ceramics;
- Removable orthodontic appliances consisting of springs and retainers in acrylic bases for the movement of teeth. Mouthguards to protect against sports injuries;
- Maxillofacial appliances such as artificial eyes, ears, and facial prostheses that may be required after surgical treatment.
Here are the regulations to be accepted straight from secondary school;
To be considered for admission under the Secondary School category, an applicant should normally:
- have attained a minimum of 14 credits in each of two National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 approved subjects (or equivalent) from Science, Mathematics or Technology.
- have provided a statement of interest and a current curriculum vitae.
Selection of applicants who have met these criteria will be based on academic merit. Final admission is subject to the fulfilment of the University’s entrance requirements and confirmation of satisfactory NCEA Level 3 results (or equivalent).
Notes:
(i) Although not required, study of Biology to at least NCEA Level 2 would be an advantage.
(ii) Applicants who have not yet completed NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent) are initially considered on the basis of their NCEA Level 2 (or equivalent) performance in subjects taken for NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent). Applicants must have completed (or be completing) NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent) subjects within the last five years. Admission from Secondary School will be based on a scoring process similar to that used for Managed Enrolment.
For more information of the Bachelor of Dental Technology click here
University of Canterbury Open Day – 9th September
Rā Tōmene | Open Day is your chance to explore our campus and learn about how we help our students to become graduates who are prepared to make a difference. Register Here
Career Opportunities
Fulton Hogan - Cadetships Civil Construction
Cadetships – Civil Construction
Fulton Hogan are currently recruiting Cadets for their Operational Teams in Ashburton, Timaru and Christchurch.
These opportunities are available to Year 12 or 13 students, who want to work outdoors and build a career in Civil Construction.
A Class 1 licence is desirable however Fulton Hogan will consider the right students with learners/restricted licences. No other pre-requisite training or education is required to apply.
Next Steps: Once students have expressed interest, information evenings will be held for both students and parents, date/s to be confirmed and following that, interviews and appointment.
On offer are permanent fulltime employment contracts for 2 years fixed term being an ‘earn as you learn program’ for cadets. A limited number of positions are available. Beyond 2 years we will look to home the cadets in the teams of their choosing.
A Cadetship at Fulton Hogan includes: 3-6 monthly rotation to a new operational team where new skills are learnt, one-on-one mentoring, fast tracking of licences, machine operation skills and additional development at our purpose built Training Ground.
Our REAL values are very important to us at Fulton Hogan and we are looking for people who reflect these values of ‘Respect, Energy and Effort, Attitude and Leadership’ in their everyday life.
If you love working outdoors, are eager to learn and want be a part of excellence in Civil Construction then please apply. The career pathways and opportunities are huge.
See Mrs Eustace in the Careers Centre for more information or Apply Here