High School Students

Have you ever thought about engineering as a possible career path for yourself? Maybe you know exactly what you would like to study or maybe you are just scoping out options – either way, we’re here to help!

We want to help you achieve your full potential in mathematics and physics and help you understand what it’s like to be an engineering student at the University of Auckland.

Check out our range of support services below, or dive straight in if you have any questions for our Women in Engineering team!

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Thinking about applying?

Click below to find out about FAQs, entry requirements, scholarship opportunities, Faculty of Engineering tours, and more!

Resources

Lots of information, interesting stories and resources about career pathways and engineering specialisations. Click below for them!

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Academic Subject Support

Gain more confidence in maths and physics!

Get help with your homework, internal standards and exam revision support. Connect with our current student study mentors through our free virtual tutoring and in-person study hubs.

  • Maths and Calculus
  • Science and Physics

Holiday Camp

A three day camp for Year 11 self-identifying females to really help answer what ‘is’ engineering? Spoiler alert: you’ll find it everywhere! Students will get hands-on experience from real-life experts within the field, with a special focus on sustainability.

WIE Holiday Camp 2022

High School Buddy Programme

To learn more about what your future with engineering looks like, join our High School buddy programme. It’s a cool opportunity to get to know some current uni students, as well as meet fellow school students interested in this career path!

Engineer Her Student Experience

A fun and information evening with presentations and discussions from women in engineering students in each of our 10 specialisations. Learn about what life will be like as an Engineering student and Q&A.

International Women in Engineering Day

The 23rd of June is International Women in Engineering Day (INWED).

In 2022 we celebrated with a panel of motivating speakers alongside a breakfast. Find out more here.

In 2023 we organised an evening event with nibbles and round table discusssions, sponsored by Aurecon and Diversity Agenda.

2024 event info is on its way!

Enginuity

We really enjoy hosting so many of you at Enginuity Day in July every year.
It is a great opportunity to meet other self-identifying female students interested in STEM and learn more about the applications of engineering in hands-on workshops showcasing different specialisations.

Design Competitions

Learn design skills that will give you a head start if you are considering pursuing an engineering degree at university. We have created some simple CAD Tutorials to get you started.

Get involved for an awesome experience and the chance to win your own 3D Printer!

Check out previous winning designs here.

 

WEN Presents

Have you ever wondered what engineers do out in the world?
WEN Presents is a seminar series that looks to provide an insight into where you could end up going with engineering. The Q&A panels give great career insights and highlight a range of topics of interest such as diversity and sustainability.
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