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Deciding what you want to be or do after school can be scary. At Wintec, we talk to students every day who are dealing with this challenge, and we have developed a range of resources and programmes below to help you make the big decisions.

Explore the options below to discover our resources. 

Experiences

Use our Future You tool to discover what job or career could be right for you, and which programmes of study can take you there.

Experience what a job or programme could be like at one of our STAR taster courses.

Study trades and gain qualifications at Wintec while you are still at high school.

Spend a day being a student at Wintec.

Find out if hospitality or cookery could be a career for you.

For those 16-19 ready to leave school, you may be eligible to study one of our foundation courses for free.

Take a tour of our campus and facilities.

Choosing your school subjects

So it is time to choose your subjects, and like many people across the country, the endless options can give you a headache. Do not stress; you are not alone and have plenty of options. If you are a few years off finishing school, try keeping your subjects as broad as possible. If you can, we recommend studying maths, English and science to keep your options open as you move closer towards study after high school.

If you realise in your final year of school that you have not taken all the subjects you need to get into the course you want to do, do not panic. Talk to the Careers Advisor at school, or contact our Wintec recruitment team to discuss what your options are.

Upcoming Events

Orientation Day 2026 - Rotokauri Campus

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Starting your journey with us is exciting, and we want to make sure you feel ready and supported from day one. Orientation Day is a friendly, relaxed event designed just for you - your chance to explore your new community and start feeling at home here. 

What Can You Expect? 

  • Explore at your own pace - Browse stalls, or just take it all in 

  • Get your questions answered - Friendly staff everywhere, ready to help 

  • Discover support services - Academic support, wellbeing, accessibility, community services, and opportunities 

  • Enjoy free food – Collect stamps from our support services and get free kai 

  • Meet other new students - Connect with people starting this journey too 

  • Take breaks - Quiet spaces available whenever you need them 

We've Got You 

✓ Accessible for everyone - Wheelchair access, and quiet spaces 
✓ Friendly helpers - Look for people in bright vests 
✓ Safe environment - Zero tolerance for harassment or discrimination 
✓ No pressure - Do as much or as little as feels right 
✓ Bring support – Friends or support people welcome 

Most students tell us Orientation helped them feel less anxious, more connected, and like they actually belong here. Because you do. 

 

 

Quick Questions

Do I have to come?
No, but students say it’s really helpful.

Can I bring someone?
Yes! Support people and friends are welcome.

What if I need accessibility support?
Contact us beforehand or on the day.

What if I feel overwhelmed?
Quiet spaces are available, and helpers can support you.

 

 

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Location
Between G Block and the Hub, Rotokauri Campus