ACADEMIC Careers
CAREER CONVOS These sessions were held on Thursday mornings before school in the Jacobs House Leadership Lounge. More boys – particularly from Years 11–12 – are attending each year, keen to hear from Old Boys as they outline their career journeys. The Old Boys share wisdom and advice and also answer excellent questions. The following Old Boys generously gave their time: Max Goodwin Achieving a Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) with 1st Class Honours, Max was signed up to join leading engineering consultancy Beca while still in his final year of study at the University of Canterbury. Now Auckland-based in the Beca industrial team, Max is dealing with “a very broad manufacturing market”. To the next generation of College boys, he urges that they “try what you love”. Finlay Adam After leaving Christ’s College in 2017, Finlay headed to Massey University School of Aviation where he attained all his civilian licences and ratings during the first two years, choosing a management option in the third year to complete his Bachelor of Aviation (Air Transport Pilot) in 2020. Now based in Ohakea near Palmerston North in 42 Squadron, he is flying a twin-engine Beechcraft King Air 350 before moving on to the C-130J Hercules. Louis Gunn When it came time to find the right university, Louis visited and considered several before committing to a “wide umbrella degree” at the University of Canterbury. It was there he found
the best balance between theoretical and practical work in the Bachelor of Sports Coaching with a Double Major in Sports Management and Strength and Conditioning with Nutrition. After a part-time contract with the Crusaders, he has decided to study for the Master of Sport and Recreation Management at Lincoln University. Elliot Nye Heading to the University of Canterbury in 2015, Elliot gained his Bachelor of Laws and joined White Fox & Jones. He moved to Anthony Harper in 2022 and was appointed senior solicitor. He shared his career pathway and highlighted the importance of finding a mentor and making the most of the time at College. “From the start one needs to set ambitious goals and keep chasing your dreams.” POST-COLLEGE PLANS Below are the statistics – as of November 2024 – for boys leaving College at the end of the year. In all, 92% intend to study at tertiary institutions in 2025 while others intend to work or take a GAP year.
The following percentages apply to those who are attending tertiary institutions in 2025 and their intended places. 42% University of Canterbury 21% University of Otago 10% Lincoln University 10% Victoria University Wellington 9% Overseas universities 4% University of Auckland 4% Ara Institute of Technology Trends since 2015: More boys are attending the University of Canterbury, and fewer are heading to the University of Otago. More boys have been favouring Lincoln University since 2019. Meanwhile, Victoria University numbers fluctuate between 5% and 11%. The numbers intending to study overseas has been below 5%, with an increase since 2021. The University of Auckland has shown a drop in numbers since 2015, from 22% to between 5% and 11%. Of the 2024 leavers attending tertiary institutions in 2025, the following percentages indicate the intended areas of study.
27% Commerce / Commerce & Law 17% Science / Science & Law 13% Health Sciences 12% Arts / Arts & Law 10% Engineering 8% Sport, Sport & Recreation Management 2% Architecture 2% Music 2% Surveying 2% Property Management/ Building Science 2% Aviation/Aeronautical Engineering 1% Agriculture 1% Digital Screen 1% Automotive Since 2015, Commerce/Commerce & Law has trended up towards 30% while Science/Science & Law has also proved more popular. Chris Sellars Careers Advisor
Career interviews We continue to interview Years 12–13 boys in Terms 1–2. This year, more Year 11 boys have made appointments to see the Careers Advisor. Their questions mainly relate to Year 12 subject selection. Many boys plan for their post- College year but also need to have a ‘Plan B’. Some first-year students may opt to change course and that is acceptable. Considering subject selection in preparation for university is helpful, along with being prepared for university liaison course planning sessions in Term 3. Tertiary providers Tertiary providers have visited College to talk to boys about their university or polytechnic options. The introductory visit covers courses, scholarships, accommodation, and university life.
The follow-up visit provides more in-depth information and covers course planning. Course planning reinforces what has been discussed in our one-on-one sessions. It is important to build flexibility into their first-year university programme to allow for changes. The University of Melbourne has highlighted the subjects that need to be taken in Year 13 for some first-year courses. Subject Options Evening/ College Diploma This is a worthwhile event, with Lincoln University, Ara, and University of Canterbury representatives present. They provide relevant information and discuss potential options across an array of courses. Regarding the College Diploma for Years 10–11, subject choices are explained.
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