Issue 10 SJC News 2020

SJC Subject and Careers Expo

Students and families have access to presentations and resources to assist with subject selection at school, as well as opportunities post school through the SJC Careers Web page and the Subject and Careers Expo. This resource is still open and available. The Year 10 and Senior Student Handbooks are also available on this page.

The links to the pages are below:

• Subject and Pathways Expo: https://www.sjccareers.com/custom-page/2

• SJC Careers Programs, Subject Selection and Pathways Resources: https://www.sjccareers.com/custom-page/3

• SJC Careers Web Page: https://www.sjccareers.com/

Currently in Year 12 and considering Tertiary study?

Students will receive a VTAC presentation, by the Careers Coordinator, on how to apply through VTAC as well as pathways, at school starting in July. These presentations will take place in class, at Careers.

VTAC - Victorian Courses

The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) processes course applications on behalf of participating higher education institutions.

From Monday 3 August, you will be able to create a VTAC account and apply for vocational and higher education courses. Year 12 students will be attending a presentation on VTAC and Pathways by at Careers starting in late July.

VTAC has developed a series of resources to assist students with their applications. Year 12 students can find many of these resources on the SJC Careers Web Page, in the SJC Careers Pathways and Subject Selection Resources space, under For Students (scroll down to Year 12 once on the page) via this link: https://www.sjccareers.com/custom-page/3

The following are examples of useful VTAC resources:

Website: The website and social media channels contain information about the application process, Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS), and scholarships etc., www.vtac.edu.au/

Year 12 Guide: Year 12 students can access an online resource to assist them with their applications https://bit.ly/2Zpe6Ri

They can also download a printable guide, https://bit.ly/38RMFD9

Instructional videos: these outline how to set up a VTAC account, how to search for courses and how the preference system works, http://bit.ly/2a9lzwg

VTAC CourseSearch app: You can download the app from Google Play or the App Store.

NSW and Canberra courses

The Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) processes course applications on behalf of participating higher education institutions.

NSW students are able to apply for vocational and higher education courses now for the 2021 intake, and Victorian students will be able to from apply from Saturday 1 August.

UAC has developed a series of resources to assist students with their applications

Website: The website and social media channels contain information about the application process, key dates, Education Access Schemes and Scholarships etc., www.uac.edu.au

Downloadable publications: you can download resources on the application process, key dates, Education Access Schemes and Scholarships etc., https://bit.ly/2WcBBvd

Instructional videos: https://bit.ly/2CwiiFW

Other states

Information and resources for other states can be accessed at the following websites:

SA/NT www.satac.edu.au

Queensland www.qtac.edu.au

WA www.tisc.edu.au

Tasmania www.utas.edu.au

Post school qualifications

Why is completing a vocational or higher education qualification after school so important? According to the My Career Match website:

Of the 13 million jobs in Australia in 2020, 11 million (85%) will require a Certificate III or higher. Four million (30%) will require a Bachelor degree or higher.

Many of the careers and jobs that are around today will disappear by the time students get their first job and many new careers will be created.

To read more about the future automation, globalisation and collaboration of the future workforce, read the following report by the Australian Foundation for Young Australians - http://bit.ly/29ARTcf

Preparing the digital workforce of tomorrow

ING have released a Future Focus Report that explores the rapid acceleration of digital technologies in the workplace brought on by the impact of COVID.

It looks at the impact this is having on the jobs and skills needed for the future workforce. Students may find the research interesting.

You can download the report at https://bit.ly/3h8iL0n

Updates from Australian Catholic University

New early entry program – ACU Guarantee

Launching this year is the ACU Guarantee program, which will allow Year 12 students to gain entry to ACU based on their Year 11 results.

Opening in August for 2021 applications, the ACU Guarantee program will see offers made as early as September – although students must still complete their Year 12 exams to qualify.

Students can also apply for additional adjustment factors by submitting up to three statements outlining personal circumstances and their motivation for university study.

Applications open 3 August 2020 and close 25 September 2020, https://bit.ly/32fo8GD

Note: Students can also still apply for the Community Achievers Program, and the Passion for Law and Passion for Business early entry programs, https://bit.ly/39y07e6

Year 12 Revision Webinars

To help students tackle their final exams, ACU will be running Year 12 Revision Webinars. These free 90-minute virtual sessions will be led by experienced Year 12 teachers and exam markers so that students can get personal help in a wide range of subjects, https://bit.ly/2ZtKMJL

Support for Year 12 students

Please check out the new support page for Year 12 students, https://bit.ly/306o6y5

New La Trobe University pathways

The following is information from La Trobe about two new pathway options for the 2021 intake:

ATAR is just one way to get into university and our research has shown it’s not the only predictor of success. We recognise many Year 12s have had their year impacted so we’ve created two new free pathways that offer current Year 12s the option to study online at a university level in tandem with their VCE, HSC or VCAL.

We’ll use their subject mark or average mark to calculate a La Trobe ATAR equivalent score, and if they also receive an ATAR in 2020 we’ll use whichever result is higher to assess their application. You can research the pathway options below:

Achieve at La Trobe, https://bit.ly/3eplH6H

Prepare for La Trobe, https://bit.ly/3evcSs6

Note: Students can also still apply for the Aspire Program, http://bit.ly/2v9WOLN

ATAR Notes

The ATAR notes website has resources for VCE and HSC students. You can download free exam preparation and summary notes for subjects and watch lectures. You can also access paid online tutoring for subjects and purchase subject guides. Register at https://atarnotes.com/

STEM Careers

The following articles are from Careers With STEM, http://careerswithstem.com.au

Thinking about studying IT or computer science?

There'll be 3.5 million new jobs in cyber security by 2021, which makes it an awesome and in-demand area to specialise in. Check out the brand-new Careers With STEM cyber security careers hub – you will find out what to study, which employers to hit up and what's involved in the job, https://bit.ly/304ovkE

Quiz: what should you study after school at university?

Stumped on what to study after high school? These five study quizzes are designed to help you find a University degree that fits, https://bit.ly/2OiUo3s

What can you do with a degree in physics?

Sold on a Bachelor of Science, but not sure which subjects to major in? These are four cool and unexpected jobs a Bachelor of Science (Physics) could lead to, https://bit.ly/3fsvfzp

How a maths degree could lead you to working at ASIO

A maths degree could lead to a career with the Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO), a government body that exists to protect Australians from serious threats to security, https://bit.ly/38RMGXH

Naval Ship Building Industry

The Naval Shipbulding College aims to equip young people for the jobs of tomorrow in the ship building industry.

There is a career path to suit everyone in the naval shipbuilding industry. More than 15,000 jobs are expected to be created in Australia as part of the continuous Naval Shipbuilding Program over the next 50 years.

The Naval Industry needs new workers to help in ship building careers, including the building of navy vessels and submarines. These are skilled workers. the naval shipbuilding college is the place to go to find out more about careers in ship building. They have a workforce register where you can sign up to get assistance with the potential opportunities that are potentially available to you.

The NSC has tools to assist students to understand the types of jobs and careers available. You can access this by joining the workforce register.

Opportunities include apprenticeships, traineeships and accredited courses through University.

https://www.navalshipbuildingcollege.com.au/

I attended a Webinar about the Navy Ship Building college where I heard from two people working in the naval shipbuilding industry. Matty Rickets from Austal spoke about her apprenticeship and her journey. She is a third year electrical apprentice. She initially completed a degree in photography and writing! then decided to pursue a trade. She also liked the idea of working on ships and boats. Working in this area is mentally stimulating and challenging. There is also a lot of opportunity for growth. After her apprenticeship, Matty wants to continue working on ship building.

David Welling - Naval Group Australia: He started as an apprentice as a tool maker, specialising in machining. After finishing his apprenticeship, he started working at BAE Systems working on the F35 Jet Fighter. He then pursued further study at night school, in Engineering, to improve his qualification and become a technician. Working in Defence based companies provides opportunities to do a variety of work as well as work on different programs. He was able to move onto Ship Building on the Hunter Class Frigate Program, as a project manager. His advice to young people is to consider a trade, as well as consider the many different opportunities that are available. Often these can be gained by doing extra study and training.

There are opportunities also for graduates from University. there are many pathways into the ship building sector. There are also opportunities for career progression.

Work Ready.com.au gives students access to a wide range of information on careers and opportunities. The online taster course can also be accessed through an augmented reality program on the NSC webpage.

NSC is also on social media platforms. You can use these to interact with other people in the industry.

www.navalshipbuildingcollege.com.au

Go here to access the free national workforce register.

BAE systems has recently listed 18 apprenticeship opportunities.

Employability Toolkits

University of Sunshine Coast has developed these fantastic employability toolkits for students:

Toolkit 1 (professional branding): https://bit.ly/2AWko1w

Toolkit 2 (maintaining a professional LinkedIn profile): https://bit.ly/3j3boZx

Toolkit 3 (develop your digital portfolio): https://bit.ly/3gS8PaQ

Toolkit 4 (support your personal brand in a job application process): https://bit.ly/2CCHmLt

Upcoming virtual events and recorded webinars

UNSW Careers in Medicine

The UNSW Rural Clinical School is running a Careers in Medicine webinar for students interested in studying medicine in the future.

Date: Thursday 23 July, 6pm – 7pm

Information and RSVP: https://bit.ly/2CakvHh

Australian Institute of Music (AIM)

AIM is located in Melbourne and offers courses in:

• Audio, Classical, Contemporary
• Composition & Music Production
• Music Theatre
• Arts Management & Entertainment Management
• Dramatic Arts

The Institute is running a virtual open day for prospective students and their families.

Date: Saturday 25 July, 2pm – 6pm

Information and RSVP: https://bit.ly/32rvreH

Discover Deakin Seminars

Deakin University is running the following online information sessions for prospective students:

July

15 Medical Imaging

20 Occupational Therapy

21 Public Health & Health Promotion

22 Optometry

23 Nursing and Midwifery

27 Exercise and Sport Science

28 Nutrition Sciences

29 Psychology

30 Health Sciences

Information and RSVP - https://bit.ly/2YIZXi5

Monash University – Online Information Seminars

Monash is running the following online information sessions for prospective students:

Inside Monash Seminars - July

15 Design

15 International Business

22 Education and teaching

23 Nursing and Midwifery

28 Advanced Science degrees

29 Careers in the health sector

30 Occupational Therapy and Paramedicine

Inside Monash Seminars - recorded webinars

You can watch the following webinars at any time:

• Fine Art and Art History and Curating

• Architecture

• Business

• Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science

For all Inside Monash Seminars, visit https://bit.ly/2LaE3fA

Information evenings

Monash is hosting online information evenings for prospective students and their families on the following dates in August: 11, 12, 25.

Register via https://bit.ly/39GmmOQ

Australian Catholic University – Talk with Industry series

You can watch recorded webinars at any time focussed on the following course areas:

• Exercise Science and Physiotherapy

• Business and IT

• Law

• Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine

• Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology

Visit - https://bit.ly/2XwbkYr

The Hotel School Melbourne

The Hotel School offers courses in hotel management and international hotel management.

The School is running a virtual event where you can meet and talk to current students about the course they are studying and also speak to a course adviser via Live Chat.

Date: Thursday 23 July, 2020

Information & RSVP, https://bit.ly/2Ox1NfT

The University of Melbourne

Meet Melbourne Live

You can watch recorded webinars at any time focussed on the following course areas:

• Agriculture & Food Science

• Health

• Law

• Architecture, Building, Planning & Design

• Science

• Engineering

• Visual & Performing Arts

• Music

• Education

• Veterinary Medicine

• Commerce

• IT & Computer Science

You can watch the webinars by visiting http://bit.ly/2TJWmxa

Bite Sized Lectures

Watch lectures from University of Melbourne lecturers at https://bit.ly/3g1DZwn

Federation University – Your Fed Future

Federation University is running the following online webinars for prospective students:

July

15 Early Childhood Education

15 Professional writing and editing

16 Electrical and Mechanical Engineering

21 Psychology

22 Biomedical Science

30 Food and Nutritional Science

Information and RSVP - https://bit.ly/2WfWfLo

You can watch recorded webinars at any time focussed on the following course areas:

• Engineering

• Social Work

• Business

• Criminal Justice and Criminology

• Teaching

• Sport, Physical and Outdoor Education

• International Sport Management

• Science

• Community & Human Services

• Arts / Social Sciences

• Communication Design

• Visual and Fine Arts

• Nursing

• IT

• Scholarships

• Virtual campus tours

• Pathways

Visit https://bit.ly/3fp9Yqh

RMIT University – Discover What’s Next series

RMIT University is running the following online sessions for prospective students:

July

16 Fashion

23 Health & Biomedical Sciences

28 Education & Social Sciences

30 Building & Construction

Information and RSVP - https://bit.ly/2M0UGeg

Tertiary Information Service (TIS)

TIS is running the following online information sessions for students:

• 29 July: VTAC applications

• 26 August: SEAS and Scholarship applications

• 1 October: transition to university/moving away from home

Information and RSVP, https://bit.ly/2NoSH3W