Bond Business Extension Program for New Zealand Year 13 students

Are you in Year 13 and want to get a head start when it comes to getting into university? 

The Bond Business Extension Program is a free two-day workshop where students gain an insight into Bond, and to assist the transition from high school to university. Our expert academics will facilitate the opportunity for students to experience an enrichment of the senior school syllabus through real world applications.

Program dates

Business stream options

Monday 27 - Tuesday 28, April, 2026 or;

Wednesday 6 - Thursday 7, May, 2026

Why participate?

  • Get a real taste of university life
  • Work alongside Bond’s expert academics and current students
  • Gain access to the Bond FinTech Hub, including a Bloomberg session
  • Participate in an immersive experience in the Transformer - our Australian-first innovation and entrepreneurship space
  • Small group sizes ensure close interaction with academics and meaningful learning 

Scholarship opportunities^ 

Top-performing students from each stream will be awarded: 

  • 1st Place: 50% tuition scholarship
  • 2nd Place: 25% tuition scholarship
  • 3rd Place: $10,000 bursary toward 2027 tuition fees

^Excludes the Bond Medical Program.

We also invite all students, and their families, who successfully complete the two-day program to join us at a special awards night on Tuesday, 2 June, 2026.

What can students expect?

Before the program 

  • Q&A online meeting hosted by the Extension Program Coordinator approximately two weeks before the event 

Day one highlights

  • Tour and experience the campus and facilities
  • Meet fellow participants, Bond academics and current students
  • Complete a Bloomberg data session
  • Complete an advanced MS Excel session (Business Stream) or R programming session (Maths Stream)
  • Enjoy a session in the Transformer innovation space
  • Catering provided (lunch and afternoon tea) 

Day two highlights 

  • Group project work with fellow students supported by Bond academic staff
  • Start and complete written and oral assessment pieces
  • Be part of a group presentation to fellow students and academics
  • Catering provided (lunch and afternoon tea) 

The program will run from approximately 8.30am - 3pm each day. The final timing will be communicated closer to the event.

Parent session 

Parents are warmly invited to join us on day one for a campus tour and lunch with our team. It’s a great way to meet the Bond community, ask any questions and explore our learning spaces.

Oscar Florey

"The Bond Business Extension Program provided great insight into life as a Bondy,’ allowing me to experience all the opportunities available to students firsthand while also making new connections and friendships. A highlight of the program was engaging with the FinTech Hub and Transformer program, as well as learning how to use the Bloomberg terminals. I would highly recommend this program to any Year 12 student looking to challenge themselves, build lasting relationships, and gain a head start on their university journey."

- Oscar Foley, Bachelor of Commerce 

Getting to Bond from New Zealand

Bond Business School is pleased to assist students travelling from New Zealand to complete the Bond Business Extension Program.

A parent / guardian is required to attend with their student or alternatively consent given for travel with another parent must be given. Bond University will reimburse reasonable flight and ground transfer costs for the travelling student.

Parents will pay for their flight and arrange accommodation for themselves and student.

Applying for the Extension Program

  • Talk to your teacher or career advisor and parents to get their support
  • You will need to confirm that you have permission to attend when registering.

 

Register now

Want to apply to Bond University

At Bond, we do things a bit differently to other universities, and that philosophy extends to our application and entry processes. If you are completing Year 13 in New Zealand this year, apply with your Year 12 and Year 13 Semester 1 results.

Offers for current Year 13 students will be made as soon as possible. Once you have successfully completed the two-day program, you can apply direct.

How to apply

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