Careers and Pathways
Virtual Open Days This Weekend
Virtual Open Days this weekend - Swinburne University, Deakin University, Deakin College and JMC Academy. All of these Open Days are set to be a virtual experience that Year 10, 11 & 12 students will not want to miss!
Deakin University & Deakin College All Campuses | Sun 16 August | 9am – 4pm | 1800 334 733 https://www.deakin.edu.au/openday (03) 9244 5197 |
JMC Academy Melbourne Campus | Sat 15 August | (03) 9624 2917 | |
Swinburne University Hawthorn Campus | From Wed 12 August | Various times | 1300 SWINBURNE |
VTAC KEY DATES
Applications for 2021 entry
| Open – 3 August 2020 at 9am Close – 30 September 2020 at 5pm |
Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS)
| Open – 3 August 2020 at 9am Close – 9 October 2020 at 5pm |
VTAC Scholarships
| Open – 3 August 2020 at 9am Close – 9 October 2020 at 5pm |
Offers
| January Offers – 14 January 2021 February Offers – 1 February 2021
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For more details regarding important dates, and applicable fees, please refer to VTAC Key Dates
VTAC FAQs
How many courses can I apply for, and how should I order them?
| You may apply for up to 8 preferences. You should order them from what you would most want – your dream course – down with a safety-net course last. Make sure you have Plan A, Plan B and even Plan Z course preferences!!! |
How do I apply?
| Applications to VTAC are made on-line on the VTAC website. There are no paper applications. The online application service can be accessed at www.vtac.edu.au |
What is a CSP course?
| A CSP course is a Commonwealth Supported Place and students pay part of the cost of their courses whilst the government pays the major part of the cost. All Australians, some New Zealand citizens and Australian Permanent Residents can apply for a CSP course. |
What do the course codes mean?
| In the VTAC Guide, all CSP and Government-funded TAFE course codes end in “1” while local Full-Fee course codes end with “2”. Type “4” courses only apply to students older than 20 years of age. Course codes that end with “3” are for International Students. |
What if I do not have the prerequisite subjects or meet the essential requirements?
| A course preference will be disregarded by the course Selection Officer if an Essential Requirement has not been satisfied or you do not have a pre-requisite subject. |
Are the Lowest Selection Rank ATARs the same every year?
| No, you should use the Lowest Selection Ranks from previous years only as a guide to the relative level of difficulty of gaining entry into a particular course. It is important to realise that Lowest Selection Ranks are always subject to fluctuations as a result of pressures of supply and demand and therefore accurately predicting future entrance scores is not possible. |
What is SEAS?
| SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) is for all applicants whose education has been affected by long-term disadvantage such as disabilities, long-term illness, or difficult family circumstances. |
Does VTAC decide if I get into a course?
| No, VTAC does not decide who gets into a course, and that decision rests with each universities’ selection officers and is based on having the correct prerequisites, essential requirements (if necessary) and the Lowest Selection Ranks ATAR. |
News from Deakin University
Useful YouTube Recordings on Courses at Deakin University:
| Biomedical Science | https://youtu.be/LlRYbedQo8o |
| Commerce and Business | https://youtu.be/5ktwqfdbxqo |
| Communication | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiAKJ9eI5ao |
| Criminology | https://youtu.be/HWu3eGkeuJg |
| Creative Arts | https://youtu.be/gH85fmsNp6Q |
| Design | https://youtu.be/mipnTzsWRBQ |
| Environmental | https://youtu.be/AHWsiQsZpWs |
| Law at Deakin | https://youtu.be/_4oLrZX3pP0 |
| Teaching | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Th7FplKuyHU |
| Marketing (Psychology) and HR (Psychology) | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQdBN4rvw2s |
CASPer Dates
Students applying to study teaching at Deakin University must successfully complete the CASPer test, which is an online situational judgement test measuring non-academic suitability for teaching. The following dates are set for students entering Trimester 1 2021:
• Thursday July 16, 7.00pm • Friday August 14, 10.00am
• Friday September 11, 7.00pm
• Thursday October 8, 11.00am
• Sunday November 15, 1.00pm
• Tuesday December 8, 8.00pm
• Friday January 8, 8.00pm *
• Thursday January 28, 8.00pm *
• Tuesday February 9, 8.00pm *
*February Round Offers only
For more information on CASPer test, visit the Take CASPer website to find out more. Students are also reminded of the Deakin CASPer webinar taking place on Wednesday 16 September, from 5.00pm – 6.00pm. Register here.
Monash Entry Schemes
At Monash, we know that a student’s ATAR might not accurately reflect their ability. Life can be a bumpy road, and there are all sorts of circumstances that can get in the way of a student’s academic achievement.
We operate two schemes – the Monash Guarantee and the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) – that can help students enter their preferred course, even if their ATAR is below the lowest selection rank.
By having two schemes, Monash wants to create a level playing field for everyone who aspires to an exceptional education. By operating both schemes, Monash can also help as many students as possible reach their full potential.
Students do not have to choose between the two schemes – depending on their situation and background, they could be eligible for one or both.
- The Monash Guarantee
The Monash Guarantee can get a student into a Monash course even if they do not reach the course’s lowest selection rank. Students could be eligible for the Monash Guarantee if they:
- have experienced financial disadvantage
- live in a low socio-economic area
- are an Indigenous Australian
- attend a Monash list under-represented school
So, every Monash undergraduate degree has a Monash Guarantee ATAR, which is lower than the expected selection rank for that course. For most courses, if a student meets the eligibility criteria, achieves the Monash Guarantee ATAR (starting at 70.00), and completes all course prerequisites, they will be eligible for a place at Monash. To be considered for the Monash Guarantee, Year 12 students must submit a VTAC course application, complete a Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) application including any required documentation, and complete a VTAC Scholarship application.
Find out more at The Monash Guarantee.
- Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS)
SEAS adjusts a student’s ATAR in recognition of circumstances that may have affected their education. This gives students a better chance of getting an offer for the course they want. Monash uses this adjusted ATAR for selection into a course.
Find out more at Monash SEAS
The University of Melbourne Entry Schemes
- Guaranteed Entry Scheme
The University offers four types of guaranteed entry pathways to its professional entry graduate courses. For each pathway, students must enrol in an undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne to be eligible. A guaranteed entry is available for most graduate degrees, depending on the ATAR a student achieves:
| ATAR of 99.90+Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholarship | A Guaranteed Commonwealth Supported Place in one of the Graduate Course Guarantee Courses for students who meet the prerequisite course and entry requirements for the master degree. Visit Melbourne Chancellor's Scholarship to find out more specific details about the exact value of the scholarship for domestic and International students. |
| ATAR of 96.00 – 99.85 | Domestic students will be guaranteed a CSP place in a professional entry master’s (coursework) degree from a select list if they satisfy the course prerequisites. In most cases, they need to achieve a particular weighted average mark (GPA) in their undergraduate degree as well. International students will be guaranteed an international fee place in a professional entry master’s (coursework) degree from a select list if they satisfy the course prerequisites. In most circumstances, they need to achieve a particular weighted average mark (GPA) in their undergraduate degree as well. Visit Courses for ATARs 96 and above to find out which courses apply and the exact GPA required. |
| ATAR above 94.00 | A guaranteed Australian fee* or international fee place into one of a limited list of graduate programs for students who commence and complete an undergraduate course at the University of Melbourne with a GPA of 75% and meet the prerequisites for the graduate degree. Visit Courses for ATARs 94 and above to find out which courses apply. There are a number of CSP courses available too* |
| ATAR below 94.00 | These guaranteed entry pathways into limited graduate courses are based on academic performance in a current University of Melbourne undergraduate degree and are not subject to any ATAR requirement. Eligibility will also be based on meeting the prerequisites for the graduate degree. Visit Course Guarantees without an ATARto find out more. |
Find out more at Guaranteed Entry to Graduate Degrees
- Access Melbourne
Access Melbourne is a special entry and access scheme offered by the University of Melbourne to domestic students. By applying through Access Melbourne, students can be assured that any circumstances that have affected their education will be considered when the university assesses their Year 12 results. Access Melbourne can assist eligible students to enter a course even if their ATAR is below the lowest selection ranked ATAR and to also be considered for a scholarship.
Year 12 students can apply using one or more of the following categories:
- Disadvantaged financial background
- Applicants from rural or isolated areas
- Under-represented school
- Difficult circumstances
- Disability or medical condition
- Non-English-speaking background
- Recognition as an Indigenous Australian
Access Melbourne categories that provide a guaranteed entry are:
- Disadvantaged financial background
- Applicants from rural or isolated areas
Students eligible to apply as a rural or financially disadvantaged student, and meet course prerequisites, may apply for guaranteed entry to the University of Melbourne with an -ATAR of 78.00 for a place in Design or Science
ATAR of 80.00 for a place in Arts
ATAR of 88.00 for a place in Commerce
ATAR of 90.00 for a place in Biomedicine
The University now also offers guarantees for Indigenous students who meet course prerequisites and apply with an ATAR of:
- 50.00 Arts (Extended)
- 55.00 Science (Extended)*
- 70.00 Design
- 75.00 Science
- 75.00 Arts
- 75.00 Commerce
- 85.00 Biomedicine
*Applicants for guaranteed entry to the Bachelor of Science (Extended) also require a study score of 25 in at least one of: VCE unit 3/4 Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Further Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics, or equivalent
Even if a student's ATAR falls below these levels, they may still be considered for a place. To apply for the Access Melbourne scheme, students must make use of the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) application on the VTAC website. There are also several Melbourne Access scholarships available through the University's scholarships program, so students are encouraged to browse Melbourne Access Scholarships
Visit Access Melbourne to find out more about Access Melbourne.
Snapshot of Melbourne Polytechnic in 2020
- Melbourne Polytechnic has been delivering vocational training since 1912 and today offers a diverse range of innovative, hands-on TAFE (VET) and Higher Education (Degree) programs
- In October 2014, the Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE (NMIT) changed its name to Melbourne Polytechnic
- There are hundreds of courses to pick and choose from at Melbourne Polytechnic including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships, and short courses too
- Melbourne Polytechnic offers students a range of services, facilities and learning resources across its campuses. There are six libraries, as well as learning services, conference facilities, restaurants and much more
- Melbourne Polytechnic has a range of campuses including two Skills and Job Centres in Northland and Plenty Valley.
- Melbourne Polytechnic also participates in the Free TAFE for Priority courses
- A number of scholarships are available to a range of students, and they differ from semester to semester and year to year so students are encouraged to keep an eye on what may be available to them.
Ms Vivian Seremetis
Careers Coordinator