From the Head of Senior Studies and Careers, Kath Knowles
UNSW Events
Engineering High School Information Day – 17 May 2017 – 9:00am to 3:00pm
Year 10 Subject Selection & Information Evening – 23 May 2017 – 6:15pm to 7:30pm
Year 10 Subject Selection & Information Evening – 25 May 2017 – 6:15pm to 7:30pm
Career Paths in Music, Theatre and Performance – 30 May 2017 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm:
An information evening for students (and parents) with a passion for music, theatre and performance.
Year 10 Subject Selection & Information Evening – 31 May 2017 – 6:15pm to 7:30pm
Scholarships Information Evening – 7 Jun 2017 – 6:15pm to 8:00pm:
This evening is designed for Year 11 & 12 students interested in applying for a scholarship or the Co-op Program.
https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/whats
UOW Info Evenings
Year 12 Information Evenings:
Wollongong – Tuesday 16 May
Liverpool – Tuesday 27 June
https://www.uow.edu.au/future/events/index.html
UTS Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) Co-op Scholarship – Information Evening
Tue 16th May, 6.30 – 7.30pm @ Aerial Function Centre, UTS Building 10 (level 7), 235 Jones Street, Ultimo
Meet current students, graduates, sponsors, and staff of this elite program.
Closing date for Round 1 applications: Friday 2 June 2017
Closing date for Round 2 applications: Friday 20 October 2017
(Places for Round 2 applicants will be limited)
www.bachelorofaccounting.com
UTS Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) Co-operative Scholarship
You must apply through both the Universities Admissions Centre and directly through UTS.
Successful applicants are selected on a combination of interview + ATAR.
Round 1 closing date: 3 September
Round 2 closing date: 13 October
UTS Discover Nursing
5.30pm, 15 June – Discover Nursing
5.30pm, 12 July – Discover Nursing
https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/health/why-health-uts/events-and-brochures/discover-sessions
University of Sydney Scholarships information evening for Year 12 students
6 – 8pm, Tuesday 20 June.
https://sydney.edu.au/study/admissions/events-for-future-students.html
University of Sydney: Your Path to Uni
At this information evening, you can find the answers to all your questions to make informed decisions as you progress, through school, onto university.
Thursday 25 May, 6 – 8pm @ Park Royal Hotel, Parramatta
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/your-path-to-the-university-of-sydney-registration-33104093234
Law Admission Test
The LAT is a requirement for domestic applicants who wish to study an Undergraduate Law Dual Degree program at UNSW.
The LAT 2017 will be held on Tuesday 26 September 2017.
Registrations for the LAT 2017 are now open and will close at 5:00pm AEST on Friday 11 August 2017. Late registrations will be accepted from 5:00pm AEST on Friday 11 August 2017 until 5:00pm AEST on Wednesday 6 September 2017. A late registration fee will apply.
UTS Law Undergraduate Info Evening
6 – 8pm, 21 June @ UTS Haymarket Campus – Building 5, Block B, cnr Quay St & Ultimo Rd, Haymarket, Sydney.
Open to Year 11 and 12 students and their parents.
Register: https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-law/events/law-undergraduate-info-evening
Macquarie University Undergraduate Information Evening
At the undergraduate information evening on Wednesday 17 May, 5pm – 8pm, the information session will run twice on the evening, giving students the flexibility to attend at a time that suits them.
For students interested in science, we’re also running an optional tour of our world-class science facilities from 5pm.
https://www.mq.edu.au/about/events/view/undergraduate-information-evening-3/
Macquarie University Global leadership entry program
Applications open 8th May 2017
The program is open to students completing the HSC or SSC or the IB, who are active in the community and achieve good results in school. To register your interest for the program, complete the online form on the website.
Macquarie University: Bonus Points.
Bonus points are added to your ATAR and allow you to be considered for courses above your official ATAR. In addition to the categories of academic advantage, the rural bonus scheme, educational access scheme, & athletes and performers there is also the big history scheme. Completion of the big history scheme will get an extra 3 bonus points for most degrees.
https://www.mq.edu.au/study/high-school-students/getting-into-university/bonus-points
Scholarship opportunities for future teachers
Applications open May/June 2017 for 2018
The NSW Department of Education offers presentations via video conference to groups of students interested in teaching. To keep up to date with the various scholarships offered and when applications open and close, subscribe to Teach NSW.
Notre Dame: Getting to Know Nursing
16th May 2017, 6pm, 160 Oxford St, Darlinghurst
For students interested in a career in nursing, the event will provide the opportunity to speak to academic staff and a guest speaker, who will give an insight into what a career in nursing is like.
https://www.nd.edu.au/events/2017/getting-to-know-nursing
The University of Notre Dame: Young Achievers Early Offer Program
Applications for the 2018 Young Achievers Early Offer Program will open soon and will close at the end of July.
Applicants are able to apply in one of four categories:
Commitment to community and/or church
Commitment to and excellence in cultural pursuits
Commitment to and excellence in sporting achievements
Academic Excellence
https://www.nd.edu.au/nav-future-students/young-achievers-early-offer-program
UOW Early Admission
Applications open 1 – 25 August 2017
With UOW Early Admission, we’ll get to know you, look at your results so far and reward your hard work with a place at UOW before you even sit your first exam.
https://www.uow.edu.au/future/early-admission/index.html
University of Canberra: Schools Recommendation Scheme
Students are able to secure an offer to the University of Canberra if their school recommends them for admission. This scheme is available to domestic students completing a year 12 program
Engineering and Technology Cadetships (ETCAD) Program
Study at university while you work at Westpac Group or Macquarie Group.
For students who are in Year 12 in 2017. Technology Cadets combine work in Sydney with university study in computer science, information technology or information systems. Alternatively, cadets may undertake a commerce or arts degree and select information systems as one of their majors.
Applications close: 16 June, 2017
https://www.professionalcadets.com.au/engineering-technology-cadetships-how-they-work.asp
JMC: How to break into the arts and entertainment industries
This article from JMC Academy provides some great tips on how to break into these industries and others like them.
https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/news/how-to-break-into-the-arts-and-entertainment-indus
SAE QANTM Study for a Day
Are you interested in studying Audio, Graphic Design, or Film?
9am – 4pm, 1 July in Sydney and Byron Bay.
https://sae.edu.au/news-and-events/events/sydney-study-for-a-day/?date=2017-07-01&id=894
https://sae.edu.au/news-and-events/events/byron-study-for-a-day/?date=2017-07-01&id=895
https://sae.edu.au/news-and-events/events/
The Creative Network
JMC Academy and Fire Entertainment bring you a series of uniquely crafted events designed to expand your knowledge, challenge your thinking and connect you to the real opportunities and professionals you need to know in the creative industries in 2017.
There are Masterclasses, Speakshops / Industry Q&As, Workshops, Pitch Nights, & Networking Events.
Register your interest: https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/the-creative-network
Considering a career in games, 3D or VFX?
Sat 27th May, 11am – 4pm (AEST)
If you have ever wanted to study 3D animation, game design or VFX for film online with AIE then the Online Experience Day is an ideal opportunity to find out about the programs the Academy of Interactive Entertainment offers without attending an open day in person.
Myfuture 2017 Updates
Myfuture has made updates to its website for 2017. These include my career profile. The account registration for users has also been simplified as well as a simplification of the course search to make finding a course or career path easier. For any other feedback or suggestions for the service contact, careers@esa.edu.au
Good Universities Guide Website Update
The Good Universities Guide has been revamped and they are seeking feedback on the site from students and careers advisers: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/3321734/GUG-Website-Survey
https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/
HSC and Careers Expo 2017
1st to 4th June 2017, Royal Hall of Industries, Moore Park
The Expo includes exhibitors from tertiary institutions, training organisations, employers, career and gap year resources. Admission is $10 per person, with school group discounts available.
https://www.hscandcareers.com.au/
STEM Subjects – Why are they in Demand?
https://www.skillsroad.com.au/parents/career-planning/stemsubjects
Medical Schools Around the World
Find and compare med schools around the world.
UMAT 2017 Registrations Open Soon
Registrations for UMAT 2017 open early December 2016 and close 2nd June 2017.
The test takes place nationally on the 26th July 2017.
UMAT is a test that is used specifically to assist with the selection of students into the medicine, dentistry and health science degree programs at undergraduate level at the universities listed on this website.
EducationUSA
This U.S. Government Website provides advice to students interested in applying to U.S. colleges and universities. Information includes how to apply, testing, financial aid, visas, and more. The U.S. Consulate General in Sydney has an EducationUSA Centre, and students, parents and career advisers can make appointments to visit the centre.
https://www.educationusa.info/australia
Changes to Police Officer Recruitment Process
The main changes to the recruitment process include no minimum academic requirement, introduction of a University Certificate in Workforce Essentials, the entrance exam is now known as the Police Entrance Exam, copies of transcripts and other mandatory documents need to be certified by a Justice of the Peace, online application via JobsNSW and a case office will contact applicants once applications are received.
https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/home
Australian Defence Force 2018 Gap Year Intake
Applications for a 2018 gap year open in March 2017.
The ADF Gap Year program provides an opportunity for young Australians who have finished year 12 or equivalent, aged between 17 and 24, to experience military training & lifestyle whilst gaining new skills over a paid Gap Year.
To apply, visit: https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/gap-year/
ADFA
Australian Defence Force Academy applications are now open for 2018. While this may seem like a long way away, the application process can take 3–12 months depending on your circumstances. To avoid having to do the application when you are busy with year 12 exams, think about starting your application soon!
https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/how-to-apply/
Defence Jobs Info Sessions
MAY16 Parramatta: ADF Careers Combat Roles
MAY23 Parramatta: Parents Information Session
https://www.facebook.com/pg/DefenceJobsAustralia/events/
University of Sydney: Introduction of Mathematics Prerequisite
The University of Sydney will introduce a mathematics prerequisite for some courses in 2019. The courses that will have the prerequisite are listed in UAC’s 2016 Year 10 guide.
TSFX Succeeding in the Exams
Saturday 27 May and Sunday 4 June 2017 @ University of Sydney
Provides students with valuable study skills advice, teaches them how to avoid the costly mistakes made by past HSC students and discover the most powerful, effective and time-saving learning techniques that will not only greatly improve marks – but also boost confidence, reduce procrastination and motivate students to excel in the HSC.
FREE OF CHARGE. We do, however, require that students participating in this program make a *minimum $10 donation to The Fred Hollows Foundation representatives that will be in attendance on the day.
https://www.tsfx.com.au/?hsc-program=mastering-the-hsc
https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/portal/event/discover-engineering-coffs-harbour
Kickstart in the School Holidays
Kickstart Biology, Chemistry and Physics are running in the July School Holidays at the University of Sydney (Camperdown campus). Students can register individually to attend these sessions.
3 July – Physics; 4 July – Biology; 5 July – Chemistry.
https://sydney.edu.au/science/outreach/high-school/kickstart/school-holidays.shtml
ACE the HSC Free Seminars
10am – 12pm, 3 July 2017 @ UTS Haymarket
10am – 12pm, 6 July 2017 @ Macquarie University
10am – 12pm, 10 July 2017 @ University of Newcastle
10am – 12pm, 10 July 2017 @ University of Wollongong
https://hscintheholidays.com.au/our-program/hsc-ace-the-hsc-seminars/
HSC in the Holidays
Preliminary Subject and HSC Subject Lectures in the July holidays.
Focused HSC Lectures in September.
https://hscintheholidays.com.au/our-program/
University of Sydney HSC Preparation Courses
The courses run at various times throughout the year. There are preparation courses for biology, chemistry, economics, exam preparation, legal studies, music, visual arts, business, design and technology, English, history, mathematics and physics. Dates for specific courses can be found by following the below link.
https://cce.sydney.edu.au/courses/education/hsc
HSC Syllabus Update
The HSC curriculum is being updated, with changes set to be implemented from 2019. The new syllabus with have a greater focus on learning in depth rather than a breadth of topics.
Good Careers Guide
Available from May 8 2017. A resource that provides students and career advisers access to the relevant tools to explore career, education and employment options.
The 400+ job descriptions covered by the guide include information about personal requirements, education and training, employment opportunities and related jobs.
https://goodeducationbookshop.com/products/the-good-careers-guide
ATO Tax File Number Applications
A tax file number is a unique nine-digit number issued to individuals and organisations to help administer tax and other Australian Government systems. Students need a TFN before they can start any type of paid work.
For information on how to apply visit: https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Tax-file-number/
Young Endeavour
Applications to sail on the Young Endeavour in 2017 are now open. If you’re aged 16–23, you can apply to take part in the program, in which you will develop self-awareness, leadership and teamwork skills.
https://www.youngendeavour.gov.au/
Smartphone Apps to Help with Studying
This article features some smartphone apps that can help students to improve their study habits.
Think Education Surviving Year 12 eBook
Think Education have produced a free eBook with tips on how to master your final year of school.
https://beyou.think.edu.au/surviving-year-12
TSFX Exam/Study Tip 1
https://www.tsfx.com.au/hsc-study-tips
TSFX Edge Online
Edge Online is an online resource portal that provides exclusive resources designed to provide students with the best opportunities to optimise their Year 11 and 12 scores.
Edge Online members receive over $300 worth of resources at no charge.
https://www.tsfx.com.au/resources/
TSFX: HSC Study Tips – Top Tips from Past Year 12 Students
https://www.tsfx.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/HSC-2016-Study-Tip-1.pdf
Tips for note-taking
https://this.deakin.edu.au/study/students-take-note-and-ace-your-exams
Tips for volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to give to your community, meet interesting people, and learn new skills. It can also be a great way to get some experience on your resume before you get a job. Youth Central have some tips on finding a volunteering position and making sure you’re not being exploited in the role.
https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-careers/volunteering-work-experience/volunteering
Careers in Sport
This website is for anyone interested in a career in sport and fitness. There is information about recommended qualifications and pathways, along with a list of available positions and courses.
https://www.sportspeople.com.au/
Where could STEM take you?
https://www.mskills.org.au/media-centre/news#NewsHint=14168
https://upto.com/embedded/detail/5HQ1O?pt=a1SO
TSFX Free HSC Survival Guide
The School for Excellence (TSFX) have put together a 36 page guide to help year 12 students achieve the best possible marks in end of school exams. The guide has advice about goal setting, managing stress and procrastination, time management skills, effective learning techniques, planning study timetables and more.
Download it here: https://www.tsfx.com.au/hsc-survival-guide-edge-teachers
