Career Advice at BBC / Tertiary Education & Scholarship Information

Careers & Guidance at Bream Bay College -Sandra Hayward:

You need to read the notices and check your school email daily as Mrs Hayward is constantly sending out information to help you.  

If you have any further questions please email shayward@breambaycollege.school.nz or pop in to Mrs Haywardoffice to make an appointment. You can call her on 09 4328226 ext 726.

Open Days:

You find your own way there but I can prob help with transport costs if you see me. 

Auckland Uni have a free bus you register for online:

https://uoa.custhelp.com/ci/documents/detail/2/Courses_and_Careers_Signup

Programme selection:

You apply online for admission to degree programmes. Check online after 1 August to see if the link has been activated on the website of the provider(s) you are applying for. Be aware of closing dates and special requirements for some programmes eg portfolios, interviews, auditions. Mrs Hayward organises the universities to visit school during Term 3 to help you choose the papers for your programme of study.  Please make sure you take advantage of the advice they give.  The dates for these visits are on the common room wall and in the school calendar.  If the tertiary provider you are intending to apply for is not listed please see Mrs Hayward so she can organise for them to visit.  

University of Auckland have produced this information about pre-requisites for their courses- this may help with subject planning in Yr 13

https://cdn.auckland.ac.nz/assets/central/publications/Subject%20Guide%20for%20Students%202014.pdf

Finances:

Studylink is the place you need to go to get your student loan and living costs sorted. Mrs Hayward can help you through this process if you require it.

Breakout this is a link on to the Breakout Website to search a database for relevant awards, grants and scholarships.

Accommodation:

2017 Halls of Residence info:

 When can I apply?

Applications for 2017 for most university halls open online from August 1st 2016.

 Is there an application deadline?

Applications are generally required before October 1st 2016 in order to be considered for the initial round of accommodation offers. 

It is essential that students check their emails in case the Accommodation Service needs to contact them regarding their application.

Is there more than one type of hall?

Most universities offer Catered and Self-Catered. Catered Halls are generally reserved for 1st year students and provide all meals as well as a range of services and activities. Self-catered halls are usually self-contained apartments or flats where students cook for themselves. 

 How do I choose what to apply for?

Students to pick halls based on personal preference. Factors which may be considered include whether it’s preferable to live in the city or further away, the size of the hall, and the facilities available. 

What is a CCRF?

A CCRF is a Common Confidential Reference Form. This is required for accommodation applications across many tertiary institutions in New Zealand and is completed by a representative from the student’s secondary school. More information can be found atwww.ccrf.ac.nz.  Once you apply for a hall they send me a CCRF form for you and I forward it on to your DP who fills it in for you.  

What fees do I have to pay?

There is usually a one off, non-refundable application fee of. Upon acceptance of an offer of accommodation a deposit is required which is typically between $500 - $600.  Accommodation fees for domestic students are generally paid in quarterly instalments with the first instalment due in early-mid February.  

Does Studylink pay my fees?

Studylink does not pay for student accommodation fees directly. Students will need to be able to pay the first instalment up front as Study link payments will not begin until after the instalment is due. After this residents can arrange with their bank for Studylink payments to be credited against the next fee instalment. It’s also worth noting the Studylink may not cover all of your accommodation costs.

All universities have pages online with info about applying for accommodation.  For example here is a link to the Victoria Uni one as it has useful information on it: http://www.victoria.ac.nz/accommodation/halls/applying.aspx

Did you know ... that a general degree at university is called a BA?

 BA stands for Bachelor of Arts - and that doesn't mean Art like the kind of Art you do at school - it means areas of study that give you a general knowledge.  

 A BA is a great choice if you are not certain what actual job you want yet.   

 It can prepare you for the changing job market by providing you with skills and knowledge that you can use in a wide range of careers - including those we can't imagine yet! :) 

 If you want to know more about a BA have a look at Auckland Uni's page.  Lots of others Uni's offer this degree too but this will give you some good general information:

 http://www.arts.auckland.ac.nz/en/about/our-students-and-graduates/graduates.html

 Come and see me if you have any questions.