Monday April 9, 2018, Careers
University of Sydney Year 10 Info Evenings
Join us on campus for a fun and informative evening. You will hear from a range of speakers including University staff and students.
Camperdown/Darlington Campus – University of Sydney
Tuesday 8 May 2018, 6 – 8pm
Thursday 17 May 2018, 6 – 8pm
UNSW Year 10 Subject Selection and Info Evening
9 May, 6pm
This evening is the best place for you to start if you are thinking about coming to uni in two years’ time and are currently a year 10 student (or you are the parent or teacher of a year 10 student).
Register here – https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/year-10-subject-selection-information-evening-9-may
Uni of Wollongong Year 10 Subject Selection Info Evening
Thinking about going to university? Want to hear what it’s really like being a uni student? UOW is holding and information evening specifically for year 10 students and their parents. This will be an opportunity to hear from current staff and students about subject selection, and opportunities available to those who choose to study at UOW.
2 May – Cronulla Sharks Leagues Club
Find out more – https://www.uow.edu.au/future/events/index.html
Uni of Wollongong General Info Evenings for 2019
Sutherland Tuesday, 15 May
Kogarah Tuesday, 26 June
Find out more – https://www.uow.edu.au/future/events/index.html
UNSW Engineering Info Day
Tuesday, 15 May 8:30am to 3:30pm
UNSW Engineering’s High School Information Day is designed to give year 11 & 12 students the opportunity to sample several fields of engineering through interesting and stimulating hands-on activities over a day at UNSW Kensington Campus.
Find out more – https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/engineering-high-school-information-day
UTS Engineering and IT Undergrad Info Evening
Thursday 14 June 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Hear from industry professionals about future tech careers and the skills you need to get there. Follow with key course information for engineering and IT and UTS.
Find out more – https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/essential-information/events-and-info-sessions
Discover Nursing @ UTS
Thursday 21 June 5:30 pm
Wednesday 18 July 5:30 pm
There’s more to modern nursing than meets the eye. Whether you’re in high school, TAFE, working as an AIN or EN or looking to embark on a change in career, this session is for you. Hear from nursing academics and current students before touring our world-class clinical laboratories and taking part in a hands-on workshop.
Find out more – https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/essential-information/events-and-info-sessions
Notre Dame – Getting to Know Nursing
Tuesday 22 May, 6pm
160 Oxford St, Darlinghurst
Get to know what it’s really like at Notre Dame’s Getting to Know Nursing event.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet academic staff and hear from our guest speaker who will provide information on a current innovative nursing topic.
Places are limited. Please register here or contact us on 02 8204 4404 or sydney@nd.edu.au for further information.
Book here – https://www.nd.edu.au/events/?a=144028
UTS Law Undergrad Info Evening
Tuesday 19 June 2018
Discover why studying at UTS will give you an edge! This event is open to Year 11 and 12 students, and their parents. Careers advisers and teachers are also welcome to attend. Registrations will open here in February.
Find out more – https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/essential-information/events-and-info-sessions
NIDA Open Day
Saturday 16 June
Find out more – https://www.apply.nida.edu.au/open-day
Applications for 2019
Applications for 2019 Bachelor & Diploma Courses are open from 2 July to 30 September.
Apply here from July – https://www.apply.nida.edu.au/
The Hotel School Info Evening – Sydney 30 May
During the Hotel School Info Evening event prospective students have the unique opportunity to experience ‘The Hotel School Advantage’, meet academics and other key support staff and find out about studying at The Hotel School.
Find out more – https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/events/sydney-information-evening/
The Ultimate US/UK University Expo: Real Australian Students!
Saturday May 26
Are you serious about studying overseas? Don’t miss this opportunity to meet students from around Australia who have recently gained admission to Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Oxford, Columbia and more! Hear how they planned their journey, how they picked the universities to apply to and their tips for acing the academics, essays and interviews.
Use this link to get 50% off your ticket exclusive to MHS subscribers:
UTS HSC Economics & Business Studies Workshop
Tuesday 24 April
Join leading academics as they tackle the biggest challenges facing Economics and Business Studies HSC students, followed by an Info Night covering all our business options.
Find out more – https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/essential-information/events-and-info-sessions
ACU Community Achiever Program
Regular volunteer work in your community – through a social justice organisation, sporting, performance, cultural or religious group – may be rewarded through our Community Achievers’ Program with entry into an undergraduate degree.
A successful CAP application means you could receive an offer as early as August to study at ACU. Being part of this CAP group also offers unique opportunities to enhance your leadership and volunteering skills, while you study with us.
Applications open Tuesday 1 May 2018 and close Tuesday 31 July 2018
Find out more – https://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/pathways_and_entry_schemes/year_12_student_entry/early_entry
ACU Passion for Business – Early Entry Program
ACU’s new Passion For Business (P4B) program is not just about your ATAR – it’s about providing a unique opportunity for student’s with a passion for business. Are you a current Year 12 student studying a business related subject at school and want to gain an early competitive edge?
ACU believes passion and commitment to learning are important. Passion for Business is a guaranteed early entry program designed to nurture your learning passion and give you a step up in your future business career.
Find out more – https://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/pathways_and_entry_schemes/year_12_student_entry/passion_for_business
ACU Elite Athlete and Performer Program
We understand you might need support to maintain sporting or performing excellence while studying. The Elite Athlete and Performer Program (EAPP) is designed to give you that support, and encourage excellence in both your sport/performing and academic life.
Future Student Applications are open year round.
Find out more – https://www.acu.edu.au/student_experience/student_life/elite_athlete_and_performer_program
ACU Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Education
Commences in 2019. The Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Education degree has core studies that provide an extensive knowledge and skills base in human health, wellness and performance, with a specific focus on the role of sport, exercise and outdoor education.
Find out more – https://www.acu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/exercise_science/exercise_science/bachelor_of_sport_and_outdoor_education
Professional Cadetships Australia – Business, and Engineering & Tech Cadetships
Applications for the Business Cadetships Program opened on 5 March and close on Wednesday 16 May. The 2018 Program provides Year 12 students with the opportunity to apply for a cadetship at UBS, a top-ranking global bank.
Applications for the 2018 Engineering & Technology Cadetships (ETCAD) Program open on Monday 30 April. Under this Program, Engineering Cadets are placed at Cubic Transportation Systems and Technology Cadets are placed at Macquarie Group.
For details of these programs and for the Business Cadetships online application form, go to www.professionalcadets.com.au
SAVE THE DATE! Career Kickstarter – Business and Accounting – 23 May@ Luna Park
Previously known as “Meet the Business Leader”. Year 12 students are invited to attend to meet with and hear from business leaders in Industry. Students will also learn about work experience and scholarship opportunities. Registrations will open in the coming weeks.
NIDA HSC Workshops & Study Days
HSC Drama Performance
Comprehensive course for NSW students in year 11 and 12. Broaden your understanding of performance styles and develop improvisation, acting and devising techniques.
Years 11 & 12, cost is $615
16–20 April 2018, 10am–5pm
8–12 Oct 2018, 10am–5pm
Find out more – https://www.open.nida.edu.au/course/OHSCHDP
HSC IP Study Day
HSC IP Study Day is a fantastic way for students to explore the creative process from conception to successful completion. Participants gain a practical understanding of what is involved in the project area of their choice.
Tuesday 30 October 2018, 9.30am–3.00pm
Book now – https://www.open.nida.edu.au/course/OSCHSCIP
ADF Gap Year applications for 2019 have opened.
It’s a unique opportunity for your students to try out a career in Navy, Army or Air Force and get a feel for a military life without committing for a longer period.
In 2019 there are 14 roles to choose from ranging from admin to artillery and even flight crew, plus this year we’re offering 30 Army Officer roles – places are limited.
Army Officer – Closes 23 April 2018
Army Artillery Operator – Closes 23 April 2018
Army Infantry Soldier – Closes 14 May 2018
Army Driver – Closes 21 May 2018
Army Administration Assistant – Closes 21 May 2018
Army Warehouse Assistant – Closes 21 May 2018
Army Air Defence Operator – Closes 21 May 2018
Air Force Cabin Crew – Closes 7 March 2018
Air Force Warehouse Storeperson – Closes 28 May 2018
Air Force Aviation Support Technician – Closes 28 May 2018
Air Force Airbase Protection and Security – Closes 4 June 2018
Air Force Administration Assistant – Closes 4 June 2018
Closing dates are driven by demand and may close sooner than listed.
Apply now – https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year
UMAT 2018
Thinking of studying medicine, dentistry or health sciences? You need to know about UMAT.
UMAT stands for the Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test. It’s a test that’s designed to help select students for undergraduate medicine and health science programs for participating universities.
If you’re in your final year of secondary school and want to enter a medicine or health science degree next year then you need to sit UMAT in 2018. It’s only held once a year.
In 2018 it will be held on Wednesday 25 July , 2018
Find out more – https://umat.acer.edu.au/
Academy of Film, Theatre & Television Open Day
You’ll be able to soak up the culture, learn about the best way to finance your studies, meet our tutors and speak to current students about their experiences. Find out why AFTT is now Australia’s most contemporary fully immersive arts academy.
Saturday 12th May 2018, 9.30am to 2.30pm
41 Holt Street, Surry Hills
Register now – https://www.aftt.edu.au/events/open-days/register-for-our-next-open-day
The Hotel Career Expo
7 May @ Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
The Hotel Career Expo is your opportunity to go behind the scenes of this amazing industry and kickstart your new career with great rewards, internationally renowned training and strong management pathways. Meet highly influential professionals in the hotel industry and discover more about the opportunities available in some of Australia’s best hotels.
Register after 5 March – https://www.hotelcareerexpo.com.au/hotel-career-expo/
AIT After School 2D Animation Workshops
This after-school workshop gives students the opportunity to experience all of the steps involved in creating a polished full-colour 2D animation. In the final workshop, outlining and colouring will be the main focus and the final exported animation will be sent to each participant.
These workshops will run every Tuesday for five weeks beginning on May 1st 2018 in Ultimo.
Find out more and book now – https://www.ait.edu.au/events/after-school-holiday-workshops-2d-animation
UNSW Experience Built Environment School Holiday Workshops
Our free interactive ‘Experience Built Environment’ School Holiday Workshops incorporate Design, Architecture, Planning and Construction.
Open to Year 10-12 students.
Dates and Times:
Wednesday 18 April: 9am – 2:30pm
Thursday 19 April: 9am – 2:30pm
Friday 20 April: 9am – 2:30pm
Actuarial Experience Day – Macquarie Uni
Wednesday 18 April
If you’re in Year 12 and undertaking Mathematics Extension 2 (or IB equivalent), you’re invited to our Actuarial Experience Day.
The day is your opportunity to find out how a career as an actuary is both exciting and rewarding – actuaries are key to helping financial institutions and other businesses all over the world to prosper.
Book here – https://www.cvent.com/c/express/cee68b8c-b911-4379-ba14-1c85914a36c5
Teach.nsw Get Paid to Study
Want to become a teacher? You could get paid to study and have a guaranteed job on graduation. Subscribe to their mailing list to find out more – https://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/get-paid-to-study
AIT After-School Special Effects in Film Workshops
This workshop provides students with an introduction to desktop Special Effects compositing and motion graphics using Adobe After Effects.
These workshops will run every Thursday for five weeks beginning on May 3rd 2018 in Ultimo.
Find out more and book now – https://www.ait.edu.au/events/after-school-holiday-workshops-special-effects-in-film
Become a Drone Pilot
Upcoming course dates for RePL training in Sydney:
30 April (Monday) – 4 May (Friday)
21 May (Monday) – 25 May (Friday)
Find out more – https://aceaviation.com.au/
AFTRS Upcoming Courses
Our courses are the perfect way to learn new skills, have fun and make new friends and are taught by industry professionals at AFTRS’ state-of-the-art film, TV and radio studios in Sydney.
Apr 23 Video Editing with Premiere Pro: 13-17
Apr 26 HSC Video Intensive: 15-17
Apr 26 Blood & Guts Movie Makeup: 9 – 14
Jul 02 The Real Filmmaking Workshop: 13-17
Jul 09 AFTRS Trop Jr Filmmaking: 10-15
NECA Electrotechnology Apprenticeships
At NECA we’re here to help you complete a national qualification that supports a career in data/ communication, home automation, renewable energy, construction, the installation of lights, power, air conditioning, fire protection, building management systems and more.
They pay for everything, including your tools, and you’ll get a nationally recognised qualification.
80% of their apprentices graduate and 99% of graduates find a job in the first 3 months, with up to $91k starting salary.
Apply here – https://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/
Check out their infographic – https://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/career-paths/#infographic
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
NSW Police Recruitment
The police force is recruiting, and they’ve launched a new Facebook page – find it here – https://www.facebook.com/Recruitment.NSWPoliceForce/
They’re also running info sessions and practice sessions for the Physical Capacity Test.
Recruitment Information Session – Parramatta OPENING SOON
Saturday 21 April 9.00am – 12.00pm
Recruitment Information Session – Parramatta COMING SOON
Saturday 16 June 9.00am – 12.00pm
Find out more – https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment
Real Estate Training Reforms
NSW Parliament has passed reforms which increase the training requirement for Real Estate Agents. The previous course took 5 days (or less), but now recruits will need to complete more units and undergo 12 months industry experience before they can become a Licence holder.
Read more here – https://www.domain.com.au/news/nsw-parliament-passes-farreaching-training-reforms-for-real-estate-agents-20180222-h0weg6/
ADFA
Australian Defence Force Academy applications are now open. 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/
SkillsShow Australia
2-4 June ICC Darling Harbour
Skills Show Australia 2018 provides visitors with an opportunity to discover future careers through interactive events, demonstrations and competitions. It aims to equip young Australians with the knowledge to make an informed choice about their future career options. The Skills Show also provides them with a unique chance to network with the hundreds of industry and educational experts.
There are robotics competitions, and Try’aSkill events, plus much more.
Register to attend (it’s free) – https://www.worldskills.org.au/what-we-do/skills-show-australia-2018/
Good Careers Guide
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/
TAFE NSW 2018 Career Guide
Get your copy of the Career Guide by downloading it here – https://www.tafensw.edu.au/contact?rto=Hunter%20%26%20Central%20Coast
Breaking bad study habits
Start the new school year off right with these great tips for staying focused while studying.
Check them out – https://learningfundamentals.com.au/blog/breaking-bad-study-habits-16-effective-habits-for-success/
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 3 & 4
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.
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
Find out which occupations have skills shortages
Choosing a job in an industry where they need more workers is usually a smart decision. Right now, most professions are adequately supplied with large numbers of qualified candidates competing for vacancies. There are shortages for architects, surveyors, sonographers, audiologists and veterinarians, and many trades need more qualified people.
Find out where more people are needed here – https://www.employment.gov.au/occupational-skill-shortages-information
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/
How an engineering degree can build your future
This article from Deakin explores what an engineering degree can lead to in the current environment where what we know about manufacturing, business and career paths is all changing.
Read it here – https://this.deakin.edu.au/career/how-an-engineering-degree-can-build-your-future
Will Robots Take My Job?
Worried about robots stealing your job? Find out the chances of your chosen field becoming automated in the future.
Take the test – https://willrobotstakemyjob.com/
Where could STEM take you?
https://www.mskills.org.au/media-centre/news#NewsHint=14168
https://upto.com/embedded/detail/5HQ1O?pt=a1SO
STEM Subjects – Why are they in Demand?
https://www.skillsroad.com.au/parents/career-planning/stemsubjects
Surviving Year 12
This article from Youth Central has some great tips on surviving and succeeding in Year 12. Start your year off right by thinking about how you’re going to balance your year.
Read the tips – https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/studying-training/secondary-study/6-tips-for-surviving-vce
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
Good Universities Guide Resources
This page has electronic resources on a number of topics, including comparing universities by state or by degree. The information is all sourced from The Good Universities Guide 2018.
https://australiancareersservice.com.au/resources/ – good-university-guide-downloadables
How to choose a degree when you’re unsure
This article from Careers with STEM has some great tips for choosing a university degree if you don’t quite know what you want yet.
Read it here – https://careerswithstem.com/undergraduate-degree-advice/
5 Uni Courses that didn’t exist 10 years ago – from ECU
- Bachelor of Science (Sports Science and Football)
- Bachelor of Design (Games and Interactivity Major)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Renewable Energy)
- Graduate Diploma of Aeromedical Retrieval
- Master of Disaster and Emergency Response
Read the article – https://www.ecu.edu.au/features/tips/5-uni-courses-that-didnt-exist-10-years-ago
