WiE CAN is a 5 day/4 night Women in Engineering residential programme featuring a range of interactive workshops, inspiring presentations, and fun social activities. You will be immersed in student life and experience the range of engineering subjects on offer at UC.
There are 60 places available and you don’t have to be top of the class to apply!
If you are…
- A female* student completing Year 12 in 2025 at a New Zealand high school
- Currently studying physics and maths**
- Excited to explore the limitless opportunities in engineering
- Interested in innovation, problem solving, and making a difference to society
- Wanting to experience life as a UC student
- Looking for a fun challenge to take on during the summer holidays
…this FREE, hands-on programme is for you!
* Applications open to female students and those who identify as female.
** Learn more about the BE(Hons) at UC.
WiE CAN details
Date: 11-15 January 2026. You will arrive the afternoon of Sunday 11 January to settle in and meet your fellow students, and depart Thursday 15 January after 12.30 pm.
Location: University of Canterbury, Christchurch.
Accommodation: Tupuānuku
Cost: FREE! UC will provide accommodation and meals during the programme, from afternoon tea on Sunday 11 January through to morning tea on Thursday 15 January. Any other meals or accommodation required are at the expense of the attendee.
Attendees are responsible for travel to and from the camp. For those experiencing financial hardship, assistance for travel expenses is available at the approval and discretion of the organisers.
Sample Timetable: WiE CAN 2024 programme (subject to change in 2026)
Application Dates: Applications open 21 July and close 29 August. Successful applicants will be notified by 19 September.
