From 2019, students interested in studying Medicine and Dentistry will instead sit the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) as part of their admissions process. The UCAT is a well-established and internationally respected test, used widely in the UK since 2006 (under the name UKCAT) to select students to medicine and dentistry courses at the majority of UK universities. The new test, which will replace the UMAT (Undergraduate Medical and Health Sciences Admission Test), offers many benefits to students and to the universities adopting the test. See the attached documents for more information.
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If you are interested in studying commercial music, design or fine arts, you can head to Strathmore Park Community Centre on Friday 19th October 2pm - 5pm to meet Warren Maxwell, lecturer from Massey University's Centre of Creative Arts and even show him your portfolio. See attached flier for more details.
If you are planning on studying Science at The University of Auckland, consider applying for the Science Scholars Programme. This is a competitive programme that is for students who are keen to be involved in answering science's burning questions. The programme involves receiving one on one mentoring, careers support as well as cross-disciplinary and research opportunities as you attend additional seminars and meet visiting scientists in person. Find out more about the programme here. Find out more about how to apply here. Note that applications are due on 8th December 2018 (for students attending in 2019), however, if you apply before September 8th you are guaranteed a place in O'Rorke Hall (you also need to apply for the hall as well).
On Monday 10th September we have Georgia visiting from Canterbury University to help students enrol for 2019. Come to A5 straight after assembly. Bring your laptops and lunches.
The University is offering two four-year conjoint degrees with the Bachelor of Product Design for 2019:
To enrol in one of these conjoint programmes students must have an overall merit endorsement in NCEA or equivalent for IB. A reminder that applications for accommodation at The University of Otago are due by 30th September. Applications are submitted through a new online eVision portal for the first time this year. You will need to create an account on the University's website in order to be able to submit your application. For more support with applications you can make appointments with Prajesh who is based here in Wellington and you will know from visits earlier in the year. You can contact him on [email protected].
Each year The University of Otago invites 400 current year 11 or 12 students from around the country to spend a week in Dunedin over their summer break exploring university life and a project of their interest with academics. Projects include for example, anatomy, anthropology, archaeology, classics, computer science, food science, genetics, immunology, marine science, nanochemistry, pharmacology, philosophy, electromagnetic radiation, physiology, politics, psychology, sports sciences, zoology and more. Students also get the opportunity to 'snack' on other topics in addition to their core project.
The cost of the programme is $675 which covers accommodation, meals and activities. Transport to the event is an additional cost. Scholarships are available to cover costs. Applications for the programme are due by Friday 19th October, and scholarship applications are due by 28th September. If you are keen to attend Hands-On at Otago, please see Mrs Gooch in A5 for application forms etc. You can also find out more here. The University of Otago is the only university in New Zealand to offer the opportunity to pursue a career as a surveyor. This is a four year degree and suits students who have good ability across the curriculum including particularly English, Maths and Science. Surveyors have excellent job prospects. There are now three three year degree options available as outlined below.
The University of Otago is now also offering a three year Bachelor of Applied Science majoring in Geographic Information Systems. This degree suits people who enjoy social and physical geography, wildlife, the environment and who also enjoy working within a computer environment. Students who are interested in Land Development as a specialty area can complete a three year Land Planning and Development Bachelor of Science degree which encompasses land planning, urban design, land law and civil engineering for land development. Finally, students have the option of completing a Bachelor of Science in Survey Measurement which is ideally suited to students who are good at Maths. Graduates work in the construction industry, mining industry, hydrographic surveying, surveying and can also work in multidisciplinary companies. For more information about the National School of Surveying see here. We have a number of university visits coming up. These are focused on helping Year 13s through the enrolment process. Bring your laptops and your lunches to A5.
If you are considering enrolling at Lincoln University, here are some key dates and places to find information:
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