Students

2027 Camp

The 2027 Camp will run in January. Exact dates are to be announced.

Student applications are to be released mid-year 2026. Stay tuned on our socials for more info.


If you have any student-related enquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact our student manager at students@ignite.ywb.co.nz.

For students in years 11-13, this is an opportunity of a lifetime. Ignite is a five day long free residential camp held during the January school holidays, to inspire deserving students who have a budding interest in STEM, and associated fields. The camp is supported by our partners.

“Ignite has helped me realise that no matter what, don’t let anything stop you from doing what you want to do. Because life is always changing but if you stay true to yourself, nothing will ever stop you from being you.”

Student FAQs

  • Ignite Engineering Camp is fully funded by our generous partners and sponsors - no additional expenses are required from our students! This includes transport to camp if necessary, even if you’re located outside of Auckland.

  • Any student in who will be in years 11-13 in 2025 is strongly encouraged to apply, particularly those who come from non-traditional backgrounds. Non-traditional backgrounds may include (but are not limited to) Māori and Pasifika students, refugees, low socioeconomic status, rural, foster care, or those with special needs.

  • Although our camp has a focus on science, technology, engineering and maths, applicants do not necessarily have to aspire to study engineering or similar STEM courses - we welcome students from all aspirations! We look for students with a can-do attitude who are willing to give it a go.

“We believe that the right to tertiary education should be equally accessible to people from all cultures, backgrounds and communities. Our aim is to break down the barriers students face to accessing university through the support, encouragement and equipment of our students.”