UPCOMING EVENTS

For further information about how to get involved in any of the listed activities, please contact Ms Dimasi fdimasi@sjcmda.vic.edu.au or drop into the career’s office located in the library.

ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGE VTAC/SATAC PRESENTATIONS

St Joseph’s College is aware that many students and their families may feel overwhelmed by the process of navigating post Year 12 study options and making applications to the relevant state admissions centres. 

The college will host two presentations to assist students and their families with the application process. If you would like guidance, or simply need reassurance, when making applications to the relevant state admission centres, please feel free to attend the following information sessions:

• Student VTAC/SATAC Presentation, Thursday, August 4, Periods 4 & 5
• Student and Family VTAC/SATAC Presentation, Monday, August 8, 5:00 – 7:00pm

The workshops will include information about the role of the admission centre, how to apply for courses, Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS), scholarships and assist with other supporting documentation that may be required for the application.

Please also refer to alternate VTAC run presentations at https://www.vtac.edu.au/events 

LA TROBE UNIVERSITY YEAR 12 PRESENTATION

On Thursday, August 11 there will be an opportunity to speak with our local future student advisors. The presentation will be around Aspire applications, ordering of preferences, pathways and scholarships.

If there is anything further you would like covered, please let Ms Dimasi know. 

FLINDERS UNIVERSITY

Flinders University will once again be offering uniTEST to current Year 12 students as an entry pathway for 2023.

uniTEST is an aptitude test that has been developed to assess the kinds of generic reasoning and thinking skills that underpin studies at higher education and that are needed for students to be successful at this level. uniTEST is offered to students at no cost and they cannot be disadvantaged by participating. 

SELECTION PROCESS 

Flinders University will select applicants based on both Year 12 results (60% weighting toward the ATAR selection rank) and uniTEST results (40%). Flinders will also consider applicants based on uniTEST results (100%) as a standalone entry score (subject to SACE completion and any course pre-requisites or specific admissions requirements).

PARTICIPATION 

In 2021, almost 2000 students took part in Flinders UniTEST. Participation led to offers in courses across the university, including popular courses such as Law, Psychology, Medical Science, Nutrition & Dietetics, Paramedic Science, and Speech Pathology.

DELIVERY MODE 

The college will administer the online delivery of uniTEST, under examination conditions, on Wednesday, August 31at 2:00 - 5:30pm in Q5. 

HOW TO REGISTER

To confirm your registration to sit the Flinders’ University uniTEST, please contact Ms Fiona Dimasi, Careers Practitioner via email fdimasi@sjcmda.vic.edu.au with the following information: 

• Date of Birth 
• SATC ID number (students will only have this number if you have registered course preferences through SATAC – can be added later)
• Personal email account (other than your school email account)
• Residential suburb and postcode.

Work experience is the short-term placement of students with employers to provide insights into the industry and the workplace in which they are located. Students are encouraged to organise their own work experience placement early so that they have the greatest chance of securing their place of choice.

It provides students with the valuable opportunity to:

• Develop employability skills.
• Explore possible career options.
• Understand employer expectations.
• Increase their self-understanding, maturity, independence, and self-confidence.

Term 3 School Holidays 

• Monday 19 – Friday September 23, or 
• Monday 26 – Friday September 30

Term 4 School Holidays

• Final day – Thursday December 15, 2022

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT WORK EXPERIENCE - PUBLIC SERVICE

OPEN DAY DIRECTORY

To find out when university open days are occurring across Australia - click here

DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

Visit Deakin University Open Day – HERE 

More news from Deakin University – HERE

SWINBURNE UNIVERSITY

Open Day is your best chance each year to experience student life on campus. Wander the corridors and classrooms, meet Swinburne academics and students, and get a feel for study with Swinburne. 

Date: Sunday July 31, 2022

Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Venue:  Hawthorn campus – follow the link for information and to register. 

MONASH UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS

Monash Open Day is back and it’s better than ever! If you are considering studying at Monash University, open days is one of the best ways to help you decide. You will discover course information, explore campuses, meet current students and staff, and get a taste of what Monash has to offer including scholarships, and study abroad opportunities. For more information, dates and location click here.

ONLINE SEMINARS

• Monash Virtual School VCE revision sessions in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics (Further, Methods, Specialist), Physics and Psychology (all year) *these sessions are free and the exam revision ones may be particularly useful!
• Access Monash seminar: Exam preparation and techniques (Tuesday September 13, Zoom)
• VCE Revision Lectures (September 26-29) 

BOOST YOUR CHANGES EMAIL NEWSLETTER

Do not forget the Boost Your Chances email newsletter! This goes to Year 10 to 12 students every second month, with important dates, tips and resources to support regional students with an interest in applying for medicine. July update can be found here. 

ORANA FASHION BUSINESS COLLEGE

Orana Fashion Business College is hosting an Open Day on Saturday August 27, 2022. If you have been wondering what they are all about or thinking about a career in fashion or social media, this is the perfect opportunity to get all your questions answered! Limited spots available so be sure to book in today.

LA TROBE UNIVERSITY OPEN DAY

La Trobe Open Days are back on campus in 2022 – bigger and better than ever! 

This is your chance to get a behind-the-scenes look into all things La Trobe and find out how they support you to succeed throughout the transition from high school to university.   

You will have the opportunity to: 

• chat with students and teachers 
• compare your students’ course and study options 
• get all your questions answered
• tour the campus and facilities 
• discover the La Trobe by You study model
• find out about scholarships, pathways and our Aspire program.

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA OPEN DAYS

Jump online for UniSA’s Virtual Open Day and access all of your study and career information in one place. You can download resources, watch a degree presentation, join a live Q&A or take a virtual tour around the campuses. You can also attend on campus to meet future teachers, attend a career presentation, and take a tour to explore the unique spaces and facilities. Register here. 

ONLINE

Virtual Open Day: Tuesday August 9

4:00pm to 8:00pm 

ON CAMPUS 

Mount Gambier: Sunday August 7

City West and City East: Sunday August 14

Mawson Lakes: Sunday August 21

Magill: Wednesday August 24

Whyalla: Sunday August 28

APPLYING TO UniSA AND ORDERING PREFERENCES

Date: Wednesday July 27

Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm (ACST)

Link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/applying-to-unisa-and-ordering-preferences-tickets-329275159867

This webinar will provide an overview of the admissions process including:

• Applying via the SATAC website
• How to order preferences
• Checking and confirming Year 12 results (including adjustment factors)
• Responding to an offer.

FLINDERS UNIVERSITY

The Flinders University Open Days program is ready for download start planning you visit now! More information about Flinders and course highlights click here.

VICTORIA UNIVERSITY

VU Monthly update can be found here. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Undergraduate webinars on demand

Watch our informative, on-demand webinar series to find out about study options and courses at VU.

VU Guaranteed Webinar

Want more information about VU’s early entry program? Register for the VU Career Practitioner live webinar on July 26.

Open Day

Register now to be the first in the know for all things Open Day as we welcome you back to our Footscray Park campus on August 21. 

VU Polytechnic Information Sessions

Find out more about VU Polytechnic courses online or in-person with course specific information sessions.