Computing Systems - Robotics & AI
Tuesday 14th July, 9am - 3:30pm  &  Wednesday 15th July, 9am - 3:30pm  

Ready to dive into the world of computing and artificial intelligence?

Join our Jetracer taster session where you'll teach a cutting-edge AI car to navigate a large-scale track—no programming skills required!

Connect with fellow enthusiasts, work together to improve your AI car, and join an exciting race!

Environmental Studies & Horticulture
Thursday 16th July, 9am - 12pm

Have you thought about a career that helps the environment?

Come along to our environmental studies taster session, meet our team, and explore environmental science through hands on laboratory activities and take a walk and connect with nature at EIT’s Ōtātara Outdoor Learning Centre!

Visit the OOLC gully for a hands-on experience tracking and trapping pests. It’s interactive, practical, and gives you a real taste of working in horticulture and agriculture.

Teaching Early Childhood Education
Tuesday 15th July, 9am - 12pm

Are you interested in early childhood education?

Come and find out more at our taster day. You will get a glimpse into the world of an early childhood teacher, and what it looks like to provide care and education to infants, toddlers and young children.

Meet the lecturers, learn more about EIT’s early childhood education degree and what career opportunities are available in the industry. 

Veterinary Nursing
Wednesday 15th July, 9am - 12pm

Are you interested in becoming a vet nurse?

Join us for a hands-on taster workshop and find out more about EIT’s vet nursing degree.  You’ll have the chance to explore our modern veterinary nursing facilities, learn about the exciting programmes we offer, and try your hand at some essential veterinary nursing skills.

From surgical preparation and instrument handling to first aid, bandaging, and suturing, you’ll get a taste of the practical skills needed in animal healthcare.

Sport & Exercise
Tuesday 14th July, 10am - 12:30pm

Sport and Exercise Science Are you passionate about health, fitness, exercise, and performance? Thinking about a career in sport?

Come along to our interactive taster session at EIT! Meet our experienced team, explore the science behind athletic performance, and get hands-on in our Sport Science Lab, dedicated Teaching Gym, and Indoor Courts. Be prepared to move—this session includes practical activities! Uncover the ways sport science improves physical performance, optimises movement, and promotes overall well-being.

Social Work
Wednesday 15th July, 9:30am - 12pm 

Are you passionate about people and looking for a career where you can create real change?  
 
Join us for an engaging 3-hour taster session and explore what it means to be a social worker in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond. 
Our interactive session will introduce you to the values, roles, and impact of social work. Learn how social workers advocate for social justice, empower individuals and whānau, and work across diverse settings to strengthen communities.