Careers News

There are many online resources now and I have not mentioned them all here. Students  (and parents) with a particular interest should contact Mrs Farrugia and I can tailor some resources for you.

GENERAL

National Youth Science forum Applications for the 2021 program have been extended until Monday 20 July. Get your application in here: https://www.nysf.edu.au/what-we-do/how-to-apply/

Engineering your Future       Students who are interested in Maths, Science and Engineering! 

 If you have not already registered to attend this event Please do so now!

Engineering your Future  (the program*)

– the Winter Engineering online event for students in Years 10-12+  ( Years 7 - 9 and parents are welcome to register as well                                                                                                   CLICK  To register! 

Sydney University has just confirmed that Engineering your Future will be included in their Propel Program.  This means that you can include your certificate of completion to support your Uni application.  This will apply across the universities involved.

Women in Business – Fee-free* online program Women in Business is a NSW Government and TAFE NSW fee-free* online program for women who are looking to establish a business or grow their existing business. Learn more about Women in Business: tafensw.edu.au/womeninbusiness *Eligibility criteria apply

Geospatial Science If you love science, technology and the environment, you might consider a career as a geospatial scientist.: https://www.geospatialscience.com.au/a-day-in-the-life/

Are you interested in starting an enlistment process for the Defence Forces? - Virtual YOU sessions now available                                                                                                                    Once you have completed the forms on the Candidate Hub you can go to https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/joining/how-to-join/recruitment-process                           and to get an overview of the psychological testing: file:///C:/Users/garyg/Downloads/Guide-to-ADF-Aptitude-Testing.pdf 

Interested in a career in teaching  Register your interest in a Teaching 101 webinar bit.ly/T101webinar 

Year 12 UOW Information Evening

This was already held, but students and parents can watch at the link below, they just need to fill in their details and it is available on-demand.

https://bit.ly/2Z8Xc8i

College of Law – Legal Services, Crime and Justice

https://www.clet.edu.au/about-clet/

Online study site:

https://www.clet.edu.au/study-online/

NSW Police Recruitment Physical Capacity Test Practice Session

Attend a NSW Police Recruitment Physical Capacity Test practice session. NOTE: Keep checking that the dates given are confirmed. https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/news/physical_capacity_test_practice_session

 NSW Fire and Rescue Applications  2020 Permanent (full-time) Recruitment timeline

Applications Open 24 July

Closes 9 August  https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/page.php?id=9066

Game Development (HTML/CSS)                                                                                                          Cyber Security                                                                                                                                                Web Development (Javascript)

There will also be a livestream covering an introduction to Python during the holidays (date TBD), where students can take part and ask questions in real time!                           

There is no cost or registration needed and is open to all high school students of any ability. We will be releasing the virtual workshop site closer to the Winter School Holidays, and will update the link here once it is ready!

Click here for more details.

Join the State Library of NSW to access resources for study and assessments https://www2.sl.nsw.gov.au/eresources/

Arts and Humanities degrees are set to become more expensive with the recent changes to university fees, This move from the Government has been seen by some people as a way of saying that these degrees are “less important”.But there are many valuable skills that can be learned in these degrees.Take a look at journalist and ex-rugby player Peter FitzSimons’ article to see why he believes Arts degrees are so important: https://amp.smh.com.au/national/i-am-eternally-grateful-for-my-humble-arts-degree-20200622-p554zq.html

Positions in Australian Defence Force – Gap Year

Applications are now open

Spend an exciting 12-months in the Navy, Army or Air Force, where you'll get paid for meaningful work while travelling around Australia, gaining skills for life, and making lifelong friends. https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year/?page=1&perPage=21&query=

Surveying a great career! The RMIT Experience Surveying Day has been running monthly for a number of years now.. The class is now ready to stream online, so students can participate from any location.  This online class is held from 2pm-3pm AEDT on the last Tuesday of each month, and is ideal for students in years 10, 11 or 12 who love maths, geography, STEM subjects and the outdoors. It breaks down the ins and outs of surveying technology and study pathways.https://www.alifewithoutlimits.com.au/rmit-experience-surveying-day/

An opportunity for maths, geography and IT students looking for work experience in the future

The NSW Surveying Taskforce helps facilitate work experience opportunities between professional surveyors and students with a love of STEM subjects. The surveying profession is the middle of a skills shortage. As such, industry members are passionate about introducing this important area to young people. To register, students should visit https://www.alifewithoutlimits.com.au/secondary-students/

CAREERS EXPO

Access to virtual expo recordings are still available

EARLY ENTRY

Students have been notified of the updates to early and direct entry to ANU Macquarie and UC, if you are not sure contact Mrs Farrugia

The University of Sydney - Early Offer Year 12 (E12): How to Apply 1 July. 4.45pm This session provides an overview of our Early Offer Year 12 (E12) Scheme, including eligibility and how to apply.https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vhUaJgx0Ry2KhfPCnRSHUg

University of Canberra announcing the introduction of the UC Uplift package – a series of initiatives that we either currently offer or will be putting in place to support both school leavers and non-school leavers being impacted by COVID-19. UC Early Offer Round – based on the Schools Recommendation Scheme (13 August) Students will be required to submit an SRS application via UAC by Sunday 5 July, Release early offers will be during the 13 August UAC offer round. A condition of the offer will be the completion of Year 12, standard SRS process, https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/apply-now/alternative-entry/schools-recommendation-scheme 

Charles Sturt Advantage early offer open now Apply now for an early offer at Charles Sturt. The Charles Sturt Advantage early offer program helped more than 700 students secure an offer to study in 2020. The program looks beyond academic skills and searches for people with employability  skills. Those personal attributes the university values and believe students really need to succeed at study –and life. Apply online 3 x150 word answers by August 31.

La Trobe University Aspire applications now open for year 12 students Year 12 students can now apply for La Trobe University Aspire Early Admission Program Students with stand-out community and volunteer experience will be rewarded with an early conditional offer into their chosen course at La Trobe. Successful applicants will receive exclusive benefits and scholarships. Applications close August 31. www.latrobe.edu.au/study/aspire

The University of Sydney, Early Offer Year 12 Scheme (E12/SRS) - Update to Eligibility – Rural and Regional The University of Sydney are pleased to share that eligibility for E12 has been extended this year to include students who attend a rural or regional school in NSW. Successful applicants receive conditional early entry with lower minimum ATAR requirements, in addition to a $5950 scholarship. Please visit:sydney.edu.au/e12

Macquarie University Macquarie University has announced that the caps have been removed and any applicant who meets the criteria for the Early Entry Schemes, which offer students a place at Macquarie based on their Year 11 results, will be made an offer to study at Macquarie in 2011. For the first time, exemptions will be removed through the Schools Recommendation Scheme and Leaders and Achievers Entry Scheme. Mq.edu.au/study/year-12-early-entry.  https://www.mq.edu.au/study/macquarie-entry-navigator 

The University of New England will guarantee Year 12 students an offer to start university in 2021 based in part on the School’s recommendation and other criteria.

online application submitted directly with UNE. The school’s recommendation combined with academic performance will determine the best offer of a university place.https://www.une.edu.au/study/study-on-campus/get-early-entryATARs are not required.

UTas Schools Recommendation Program The University of Tasmania has introduced a Schools Recommendation Program. Students can apply now and receive an offer as early as July based on year 11 results and their schools recommendation. For more information: https://www.utas.edu.au/undergraduate-study/your-path-to-2021

WSU Early Offer - True Reward Opening Soon – Register now Our HSC True Reward early offer program will give school leavers much-needed peace of mind, offering students entry into university based on their Year 11* results or Year 12 results.. This year, we’re introducing offers based on Year 11 results to ensure COVID-19 doesn’t derail students hard work in preparing for their HSC.Another exciting new innovation to the True Reward program this year, is the inclusion of the University’s Alpha platform – a ground breaking digital experience that provides tailor-made content for students based on personal and professional development needs and goals. Alpha’s Edge Playlist is a playlist of learning activities that will assist students with career decision making and prepare them for university. Applications are opening soon for 2021. Register your interest below to stay updated with key information. https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/application-pathways/hsc-true-reward.html

MEDICINE and HEALTH

The University of Sydney - Corporate roles in health with the new Bachelor of Science (Health)29 June. 4pm Find out about the new Bachelor of Science (Health). This degree provides a thorough grounding in health and health systems at the local, national and global level. You will develop a strong foundation in understanding health communities and the ability to think critically about challenges in health and healthcare, which will make you a competitive graduate. https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eebe6oUnT_avKvijvqY0IA

  Medicine Rural Training Pathways

Are you going to be a medical Student, Intern, or Registrar interested in becoming a rural generalist?

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine offers a variety of training pathways and courses for anyone interested in working in and making a positive difference to rural and remote medicine. See below for all locations across Australia for different medical schools and training posts to suit your needs.

http://www.acrrm.org.au/preparing-for-your-career/becoming-a-rural-general-practitioner

UTS Virtual Reality Health Department Tour  https://vimeo.com/236559108

Undergraduate Medical Guide for UNSW https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/sites/default/files/uploads/UG2020_Medicine_final_v2.pdf

University of Melbourne Medical degrees  they will also be removing prerequisite subjects for entry to the degree, meaning you can gain entry from any field of study, not just health or sciences.

Read more about the changes coming up here:https://medicine.unimelb.edu.au/news-and-events/towards-2022-the-new-doctor-of-medicine

YEAR 10 SUBJECT SELECTION

Year 10 Subject Selection Information Evening

This was held earlier this week, but anyone that missed it can watch it on YouTube at the link below. Some good info for year 10’s and their parents.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yB4sH0XBucE

Explore many careers and the personal skills needed and the qualifications in the Good Careers Guide https://ebook.goodcareersguide.com.au/good-education-group/the-good-careers-guide-2020/flipbook

UAC Steps to Uni for Year 10 Students Booklet

An PDF version of the Year 10 booklet is available on the website and an updated version of the UAC portal 

Year 10 subject selection Advice for Choosing HSC Courses from NSW Education Standards Authority

http://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/11-12/hsc/subject-selection

Resources to help with Year 10 Subject Selection Looking for help to make a good decision about your senior subjects? Check out this article for a list of resources and tips that can help you make a smart choice that will give you the best chance of achieving your post-school goals. Go to https://studyworkgrow.com.au/2020/06/11/resources-to-help-with-year-10-subject-selection/

UNSW HSC Maths Course Selection Advice

While we encourage everyone to study the level of maths at which they feel sufficiently challenged, below are some guidelines for the minimum level of maths required for some of our degrees. Please also see Assumed Knowledge for more information.

https://www.maths.unsw.edu.au/highschool/hsc-course-selection

University of Wollongong - Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar

22 June. 6pm

The Year 10 Subject Selection webinar is for students thinking about studying at university who would like to know more about our degrees and choosing subjects that provide a good foundation for each study area. Staff from the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will go through the ATAR, how it is calculated, and touch on scaling.https://uow-au.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_W9cR1klgRKmqdkb9ssaKKg

UNIVERSITY

Charles Sturt Open Day - On campus and Virtual in September From interactive tours to intriguing information sessions, find out all about Charles Sturt Uni at Open Day! Albury-Wodonga - 6 September 2020 Wagga Wagga - 13 September 2020 Dubbo - 19 September 2020 Port Macquarie - 20 September 2020 Orange - 26 September 2020 Bathurst - 27 September 2020 Find out more: https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events/open-day

University of Wollongong Faculty Consults If any students have an interest in a particular area and want detailed information they can speak with someone from UOW that works or teaches directly in that area. Consult booking form is below. http://mkto.uow.edu.au/2020SLConsultationBooking_LandingPage.html

ACU Virtual Open Days 29 August 5 September 12 September https://openday.acu.edu.au/

UAC Guides Hard copies are ;now available at the Careers office in the library or access on line: https://uac.edu.au/assets/documents/uac-guide/uac-guide-2020-21.pdf

2020 Applying for Uni as a Year 12 Student with UAC - Video on YouTube to help students navigate and understand the UAC application process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uznSIo_s_4U

UTS - Support your UAC application with the Engineering and IT Questionnaire Closes Thursday 17 December. If you fall short of the ATAR by 1–3 points, we'll still consider your application if you complete the questionnaire and demonstrate a strong motivation to study engineering or IT .https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/engineering/essential-information/year-12-engineering-and-it-questionnaire

Macquarie University Q&A Webinar Series

Tuesday 30 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - Macquarie's Actuarial Studies Co-op ProgramThursday 2 July, 4pm to 4.45pm - Macquarie's Accounting Co-op Program

Ask in the Q&A section in the webinar and our student ambassadors will answer live.*By registering for a Q&A you agree to receive info and be the first to know about early entry, scholarships, key dates and much more.

Register here:

https://macquarie.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c0HhpBIgTLmWEUoHYhz49g

WORK EXPERIENCE

School work experience locally can be completed now in some industries. See Mrs Farrugia or  do some virtual work experience - contact Mrs Farrugia by email farrugiab@ww.catholic.edu.au 

Monash University Hands on Health virtual work experience. Register with Study Work Grow (see below on how to do this                          https://studyworkgrow.com.au/position/monash-hands-on-health-virtual-work-experience/ 

UNSW School of Civil & Environmental Engineering Work Experience 2020  Monday the 7th until Friday the 11th of September 2020.

SCHOLARSHIPS

The Hansen Scholarship Program – University of Melbourne The Hansen Scholarship Program supports students who may otherwise struggle to access a high-quality university education. Generous funds. https://scholarships.unimelb.edu.au/hansen

The University of Sydney, Early Offer Year 12 Scheme (E12/SRS) - Update to Eligibility The University of Sydney are pleased to share that eligibility for E12 has been extended this year to include students who attend a rural or regional school in NSW. Successful applicants receive a $5950 scholarship to support their transition to university study. For more information, please visit sydney.edu.au/e12.

Tuckwell Scholarship Deadline Extended  Due to the coronavirus, ANU has decided to extend the due date for applications to the Tuckwell Scholarship Program until Monday 25 May.

https://studyworkgrow.com.au  and www.jobjump.com.au  both these sites (which the College subscribes to) have comprehensive scholarship  guides: See below for access details.                                  Five Simple Steps to Apply for a Scholarship. You can also access a course preference help and record page and help arranging preferences depending on assumed or actual ATAR 

Study work Grow https://studyworkgrow.com.au  sign up as a member using school code MCCG0219

Destination Australia Scholarships – late round applications Close 27 June 2020  Destination Australia Scholarships are funded by the Commonwealth Government and are designed to attract and support students who choose to live and study in regional communities. Each Scholarship provides $15,000 per student, per year to meet the costs associated with relocating, living and studying in regional Australia.

https://www.tafensw.edu.au/scholarships/DestinationAustralia

Job Jump https://www.jobjump.com.au/ Go to I’m New and follow the instructions to find the College name and enter the password marian

RESOURCES

Degree Chooser. A new visualisation shows the likely spread of academic ability across student cohorts for hundreds of Australian Bachelors degrees. There is a link on the UAC website: https://www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/search-for-courses. Website: https://degreechooser.com.au.

Tips for Year 12 study and other information 

Go to https://www.tsfx.edu.au/ Join for free study tips and other useful exam  information during Year 12

APPRENTICESHIPS TRAINEESHIPS JOBS

Essential Energy Apprenticeship and Traineeship Program is Open

Applications are now open and will close at 11.55pm (AEST) Sunday, 19 July 2020.

We have opportunities available at a range of locations including: Condobolin, Griffith, Grafton, Mudgee, Bathurst, Corowa, Buronga, Broken Hill, Bourke, Canowindra, Wagga Wagga, Queanbeyan, Goulburn, Dubbo, Kempsey, Nyngan, Coonamble, Moruya, Moree, Guyra and Albury.

www.essentialenergy.com.au/careers/kickstart 

Register here for 2021 Intake:

https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/550/aw/applicationForm/initApplication.asp?lJobID=500715&sLanguage=en&sSourcePointer=aw&lJobSourceTypeID=803

Thiess – Electrical Apprenticeships                                                                                                    The Recruitment Process begins around August each year and continues until December.

• Certificate III Engineering - Mechanical Trade (Diesel Fitter)
• Certificate III Automotive Electrical Technology
• Certificate III Engineering - Fabrication Trade (Boilermaking/Welding)
• Certificate III in Electrotechnology Systems Electrician (High Voltage)
• Your application will be acknowledged by email. Incomplete applications will not be considered
• If you progress to the next stage, you will be invited to attend an Apprentice Recruitment Day

https://www.thiess.com/en/people-and-careers/investing-in-our-people/apprentices