Free HSC and VCE revision lectures
Australian Catholic University is running a series of free HSC and VCE revision lectures. You can access dates and register for sessions at this link - https://bit.ly/3irvVGc
Several universities have recently held virtual open days. You can watch recorded webinars on scholarships, accommodation, early entry, student services, courses, clubs and societies, and entry pathways.
If you are considering studying at university in the future it’s essential you watch webinars that interest you. The following are examples:
La Trobe University
Monash University
Deakin University
https://openday.deakin.edu.au/
Federation University
Charles Sturt University
https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events/open-day
Torrens University
The University of Melbourne
https://study.unimelb.edu.au/openday
Victoria University
Upcoming closing dates include:
Southern Cross University
STAR Early Offer
Applications close 10 September
www.scu.edu.au/star-early-offer
University of Technology Sydney
Early Entry program
Applications close 12 September
Virtual information sessions
The Hotel School offers courses in hotel management and tourism management. The School is running virtual information sessions for prospective students starting on 25 August. Register via https://bit.ly/3gdWq39
Industry insights day
Students will go behind the scenes of a luxury hotel in Melbourne and learn about hotel management careers, 12 September, https://bit.ly/3iWtPBp
Get ready to apply expo
Students applying for courses in Victoria can participate in this virtual event to get assistance with their VTAC application. 1 September, 4 – 7pm, www.monash.edu/open-day
Monash Fine Art, Design & Architecture Experience Day
This on-campus event is for students interested in studying Fine Art, Curating, Design or Architecture. Students will participate in hands-on workshops and learn about Monash courses. 11 September, 10.30am – 12.30pm, https://bit.ly/3z1BFzk
The following are examples of amazing engineering programs
Charles Sturt University
Charles Sturt University (CSU) offers an innovative civil and structural engineering program like no other in Australia or the world.
Forget studying semester-long subjects, taking exams, or listening to long lectures. Through the CSU ‘Topic Tree’ model, students study bite-sized content, and skills and knowledge on demand.
The engineering program is offered at the Bathurst campus (NSW) and students complete four-years of paid work placement and graduate with a Bachelor and Master level qualification, www.csu.edu.au/engineering
Swinburne University
Swinburne offers the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Professional) degree. This amazing program guarantees 12-months of paid industry experience. Whilst most engineering degrees offer 12-weeks of non-paid industry placement, this degree is an attractive alternative and will increase graduate employment prospects in a competitive market, http://bit.ly/2WelVZ6
Victoria University
Victoria University offers engineering degrees in Civil, Architectural, Mechanical and Electrical & Electronic. They have a unique learning and teaching model called the ‘VU Block Model’ and are the first Australian university to offer this. Students study their subjects consecutively (one at a time) instead of concurrently (like you do in the VCE), http://bit.ly/39oxOj0
UNSW
UNSW offers the amazing co-op program. Recipients are awarded a large scholarship (around $20,000 per annum) and complete industry placements, leadership training, networking, and professional development. The program is highly competitive and applications close 30 September, www.coop.unsw.edu.au
Year 12 students applying for nursing or midwifery should be mindful of the following entry requirements:
VTAC
Applicants applying for nursing or midwifery courses via the Victorian Tertiary Admission Centre (VTAC) will need to complete the ‘Nursing and Midwifery Declaration Form’ within their VTAC account.
Victoria University
Bachelor of Nursing applicants will need to register for and sit the CASPer test. Note – applicants who are also applying for Initial Teacher Education courses will need to pay and sit for two separate CASPer tests, https://takealtus.com/casper/
UAC
Applicants applying for nursing or midwifery courses via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will need to complete an ‘English Proficiency Declaration’ within their UAC account.
Scholarships available from the Master Builders Victoria Foundation
If you’re thinking of undertaking a pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship or other construction-related training, there are scholarships available to provide financial assistance.
The Early Career Scholarship is valued at $2,200 and funds are split into two:
$1,200 towards approved course fees
$1,000 towards quality tools relevant to your
Trade
For more information visit https://bit.ly/3Dc1hfl
Would you like to become a psychologist?
You will need to start your education by studying a Bachelor degree with an Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) approved major in psychology. Not all psychology majors are approved by APAC, so you will need to contact the institution you would like to study at to double check. For more information, go to www.psychologycouncil.org.au
Careers in Psychology: Deakin University has developed an excellent website showcasing different careers in Psychology. Go to https://psychologycareers.org.au/
Free HSC and VCE revision lectures
Australian Catholic University is running a series of free HSC and VCE revision lectures. You can access dates and register for sessions at this link - https://bit.ly/3irvVGc
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Make an impact on the world stage with a career in international development or global studies. Our students gain a greater understanding of complex international issues, the impacts of globalisation, and a changing society through the lens of an informed global perspective.
Since graduating from ACU, Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Global Studies graduate Catherine Middleton has seen firsthand how strong communities can build strong children in Myanmar, https://bit.ly/3afEdhv
Search Global Studies and International Development courses at www.acu.edu.au