This week in Career Pathways we have updates from Monash, Deakin, La Trobe, William Angliss and RMIT Universities. As well, there is information about a great Robotics workshop and also about automotive apprenticeships. There is also information about many excellent workshops over the coming September school holidays.

Reminders

VTAC Applications are open for Year 12; timely applications close 28 September
SEAS applications close for Year 12’s on 10 October (5pm)
Dookie Open Day 18 October
VCE HHD and Psychology Revision Lectures at Monash – When: HHD, Tues 26 Sept; Psychology: Wed 27 Sept; See: www.monash.edu.au/medicine/news/events/events/vce-revision-lectures
William Angliss- workshops in the holidays. Hospitality – 25 Sept; Tourism & Travel – 27 Sept; Cookery – 28 Sept. Info: visit www.angliss.edu.au/schoolholidays.

Year 12 News

Apply with Victorian Tertiary Admissons Centre (VTAC)

Don’t forget to complete your application for courses for 2018 (www.vtac.edu.au) if you haven’t already done so. Remember, you can change your application as much as you wish at no extra cost ($35.00) so long as you apply by 28 Sept. After that it will cost you $103.00. You can also change your application once you have your ATAR in December, and between offers of places.

Do You Want To Defer Your Study in 2018?

Most university courses allow deferral for up to 12 months, so even if you plan a break from study in 2018, you are still encouraged to apply in 2017. Institutions have different deferment policies. For the deferment policies of the various institutions see:

Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS)

Don’t forget to organise your SEAS application if you are eligible. Category 1 simply requires you to click the YES box and also to indicate whether you are the first in your family to attend university. All other categories (2 – 4) require you to supply extra information or evidence. If you need assistance from school staff, get it soon. Applications close 5pm, 10 October. See: http://www.vtac.edu.au/applying/seas.html. Don’t leave it until the last minute to apply as it can take some time to organise some aspects of the application.

Scholarships

Most institutions have scholarships available to applicants to ensure equitable access to education and to reward academic excellence. Some scholarships require applications to be made directly to the institution. For all other scholarships, applicants should use the VTAC scholarship application www.vtac.edu.au/scholarships.

Examples

ACU offers scholarships recognising everything from rewarding academic achievement to supporting equity with nearly 400 scholarships – some are a one-off payment, while others provide support for each year of a student’s degree. Eg you could apply for the $5,000 ACU Law Equity Scholarship which lends a hand to students from low socio-economic backgrounds.

La Trobe offers scholarships for a range of criteria, including academic achievement, along with scholarships for those having disadvantage. Students can search the newly updated website to find appropriate scholarships and read about requirements.

You are advised to check out all university scholarships. NOTE: Some universities offer scholarships to second and third year students, so keep an eye on university websites.

Nao Robot Coding Masterclass

Victoria Polytechnic one-day workshop; Term 3 holidays; Register/Information

For more details of this September-October holiday program see:

or email: rachna.prasad@vu.edu.au

Are You Applying For A Teacher Education Course for 2018

Remember that most universities require you to take the CASPer assessment. CASPer can only be taken online on specific dates between September and January, however for guaranteed consideration for courses commencing in 2018, tests must be sat prior to:

10 November 2017 for international Year 12 undergraduate offers
30 November 2017 for undergraduate and graduate-entry teaching Round 1 offers.

Results from tests taken after these dates may be considered in subsequent rounds, depending on course availability. See www.takecasper.com for details and technical requirements.

La Trobe University Offers One on One Consultations

If you would like to discuss your options at La Trobe, you can book a one-on-one consultation. Consultations are available: 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, from Monday 25 Sept to Friday 8 October (school holidays).

To book see: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/events/forms/2017-undergraduate-one-on-one-consultations.

Free VCE Revision Lectures at Monash

Monash University is offering free VCE revision lectures in both Biology and Chemistry.

When: Biology – 1pm-3.30pm, 27 September; Chemistry – 1pm-3.30pm, 28 September; Where: Parkville campus;

See: www.monash.edu/pharm/about/events.

William Angliss Institute News

William Angliss Institute is offering workshops for school students in the holidays.

When: Hospitality – 25 Sept; Tourism & Travel – 27 Sept; Cookery – 28 Sept.

William Angliss is also holding a Course Information Evening for all courses. When: 6.00pm-7.15pm, Thurs 21 Sept, 555 La Trobe St, Melbourne.

Deakin University Update

More news regarding opportunities at Deakin:

Step Up on Campus

Take a personalised tour with a current Deakin student and learn more about Deakin’ study areas, campus life and how to make the best transition into university; When: 10.00am, 12.00 noon and 3.00pm of every Monday and Thursday of the coming school holidays (tours are 45 minutes); Where: Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, and Warrnambool campuses; Register:

Bachelor of Business

The Bachelor of Business replaces the Bachelor of Management in 2018. This course is designed to encourage students to learn through real experiences, which help integrate knowledge, consolidate skills, tackle real problems, and reflect on the experience to develop a professional identity. Specialisations include: event management, film and television, people management, property and real estate, retail management.

Bachelor of Criminology / Cyber Security

From 2018 students enrolled in the Bachelor of Cyber Security or the Bachelor of Criminology/ Bachelor of Cyber Security will benefit from a compulsory industry-based placement. Students complete a minimum 100-hour placement with an approved organisation, ensuring that graduates have relevant industry experience.

Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)

Students will now be required to complete a minimum of 60 days with an approved organisation so as to provide them with increased opportunities to apply and consolidate their knowledge and build professional networks prior to graduation.

Bachelor of Computer Science

The Bachelor of Computer Science will from 2018 have 17 core units including a compulsory industry-based placement unit and six general electives. Students will be equipped with the skills and competencies needed to design and develop data-driven computing solutions to existing and emerging problems in areas like data analytics, robotics, intelligent systems, and so on.

Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

From 2018, the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science will have a new structure and redeveloped subjects to meet the new Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) national standards. All graduates will be eligible for accreditation with ESSA as an Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES).

All students will be able to choose at least one of five majors to complement their degree – applied sport science, exercise physiology, physical activity and exercise for health, sport coaching, and strength and conditioning. Other majors are available such as sports nutrition and psychology.

RMIT News

The Diploma of Justice will not be offered by RMIT in 2018, partly due to the funding changes imposed by the government at the end of last year impacting on the accessibility of the course for students. The course requires students to pay the full tuition fee. Alternative pathways into the Bachelor of Criminal Justice include the Diploma of Youth Work, the Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs, and the Diploma of Community Services.
RMIT is taking scholarship applications for students wanting to commence study at RMIT in 2018. Information about how to apply can be found here:

For more information email scholarships@rmit.edu.au.
Science in the City Lab Tour – you are invited to visit RMIT’s state-of-the-art learning laboratories to learn more about the science courses on offer and the research and training facilities available. You are encouraged to attend if you are interested in biology, biotechnology, chemistry, environmental science, food science, nanotechnology or physics. When: 11am-2pm, 28 Sept; See:

Spring Science Lectures – RMIT is holding a series of talks from leading experts to address some current topics about how science can positively impact the problems in industry and everyday life. Still to come: The Precision Revolution in Satellite Navigation Technology (6.30-7.30pm, 18 Sept) and Migrating to the Digital World, are you ready? (6.30pm-7.30pm, 25 Sept). Lectures are free and there is no need to book. More Info:

Looking For An Automotive Apprenticeship

Vantage Automotive P/L is a major provider of Government funded vocational learning and outsourced services to major vehicle manufacturers (eg Jaguar, VW, Volvo).

Applications are being sought from students interested in a career in the automotive industry as an Automotive Technician or Parts Interpreter. Those selected will be offered full time employment at a dealer close to their home and flown to Sydney for block training.

Find out more: www.vantageautomotive.com or email reception@vantageautomotive.com.

If interested, look at the manufacturers and dealerships listed on the website under the ‘Apply Now’ area and choose the manufacturer and dealership to which you wish to apply. NOTE: Group Training Companies are located throughout the State. Search Group Training if you are looking for an apprenticeship.

Bruce Topham, Career Pathways Coordinator

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