NorthVoy is a free academic guidance tool for high school students. It uses a structured 9-question questionnaire to match students with their ideal university major, career paths, and universities across 20+ countries.

How does NorthVoy work?

Answer questions about your subjects, interests, strengths, work style, and goals. NorthVoy's scoring engine evaluates your answers across 9 personality dimensions and ranks the best-fit majors from a list of 30+ academic fields. Results include career paths, skill breakdowns, university suggestions, and a 12-month action plan.

What is the difference between the Quick Quiz and the Detailed Analysis?

The Quick Quiz takes about 5 minutes (9 questions) and gives you an instant first read on your best-fit majors. The Detailed Analysis takes about 12 minutes (24 questions) and adds a 16-statement personality profile plus real-life scenario questions, producing more detailed, better-differentiated recommendations. Both are free and cover all 30+ majors.

Is NorthVoy free to use?

Yes. NorthVoy is completely free. No registration is required to take the quiz and see your results. You can optionally create a free account to save your results and track your applications.

How long does the NorthVoy quiz take?

The quiz takes approximately 5 minutes. There are 9 questions covering your academic interests, strengths, work style, learning approach, and career goals.

What university majors does NorthVoy cover?

NorthVoy covers 30+ university majors including Computer Science, AI & Robotics, Business, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace), Creative Arts, Music, Environmental Science, Psychology, Law, Data Science, Biotechnology, Physics, Education, Finance, Architecture, Pharmacy, Sports Science, Hospitality, Media Studies, International Relations, Cybersecurity, Game Design, Nursing, Marketing, and Linguistics.

What languages is NorthVoy available in?

NorthVoy is fully available in English, Turkish (Türkçe), and German (Deutsch). You can switch languages at any time using the language selector in the navigation bar.

Does NorthVoy have information about studying in Turkey?

Yes. NorthVoy includes a dedicated Turkey Hub with information on studying in Turkey and abroad, including YKS exam types, top Turkish universities, scholarships, and city guides.

Mechanical & Civil Engineering

Mechanical & Civil Engineering is one of 30+ university majors covered by NorthVoy's free academic guidance platform. Graduates typically earn $65,000–$130,000 per year, with projected job growth of 11% (High).

Key skills you will develop

CAD Design (AutoCAD / SolidWorks)
Applied Physics & Structural Mechanics
Project Management
Materials Science
Systems Thinking

Career paths

Mechanical Engineer
Civil Engineer
Structural Engineer
Robotics Engineer
Aerospace Engineer
Construction Manager

Salary and job outlook

Graduates typically earn $65,000–$130,000 per year, with projected job growth of 11% (High).

Highest-paying roles: Senior Engineer, Project Director, Engineering Manager.

Best countries to study Mechanical & Civil Engineering

Germany
Netherlands
United Kingdom
Japan
South Korea
Canada

Top universities

TU Munich (Germany — low fees)
TU Berlin (Germany)
TU Delft (Netherlands)
KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden)
University of Waterloo (Canada)
University of Edinburgh (UK)
KAIST (South Korea)
Tokyo Institute of Technology (Japan)
MIT (USA)
Imperial College London (UK)
ETH Zurich (Switzerland)
Caltech (USA)
University of Cambridge (UK)

How to get started

Participate in robotics competitions, maker clubs, or engineering challenges at school.
Strengthen your Physics and Mathematics — they're the core of any engineering program.
Explore Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering programs.

Your first project

Design and build a bridge or structure from craft sticks that can hold maximum weight. Document your design process with sketches, note what failed and why, and calculate your load-to-weight ratio.

12-month action plan

Jan–Mar: Strengthen Foundations

Focus on Physics and Mathematics — especially mechanics, calculus, and geometry
Watch 3Blue1Brown or CrashCourse Physics to deepen your intuition
Build or fix something at home — understanding how things work physically matters

Apr–Jun: Get Practical

Learn basic CAD with Tinkercad (free, browser-based) or Fusion 360 (free for students)
Join a robotics club, STEM competition, or school engineering team
Study how a real product is designed and manufactured — reverse-engineer something

Jul–Sep: Build Something Real

Design and build a project that solves a real problem, however small
Enter an engineering challenge (e.g. F1 in Schools, bridge-building competitions)
Explore CAD software more deeply or learn basic programming for microcontrollers (Arduino)

Oct–Dec: Prepare & Apply

Research engineering programs — compare specializations (mechanical, civil, aerospace, etc.)
Build a short portfolio showing your projects with photos and explanations
Prepare for technical interviews or entrance tests if required

Study cost: Moderate.

Take the free quiz to see whether Mechanical & Civil Engineering matches your profile.