This year, Waitākere College joined with Rutherford College and Massey High School in a new pilot programme for senior students interested in Engineering, Plumbing, and Electrical trades.

Over eight weeks each term, selected Year 13 students took part in 2-hour after-school workshops, learning practical skills and gaining real-world industry experience. Students chosen for the programme were already on a university pathway into engineering.

A highlight was a recent trip where 11 of our students, along with 5 from Rutherford College, visited the Engineering faculties at the University of Auckland, AUT, and Unitec. They heard from lecturers, explored the campuses, and gained a valuable understanding of what each university offers.

This experience has given our students fresh insight and inspiration as they prepare for their future studies and careers in engineering.

by Robert Solomone