Competitions, activities and events

What: Actuarial Studies Webinar with ANU

Who: Any student interested in learning more about career opportunities connected with actuarial studies and/or keen to consider the free ANU Introduction to Actuarial Science course on edX. 

When: Tuesday 2 May, 4.30-5:30pm

More info: Register for the Actuarial Studies webinar on Tuesday 2 May 2023 from 4:30-5:30pm AEST

More info on the Introduction to Actuarial Science

What: Army Experience Expo

Who: Any secondary student (Year 7-12) interested in finding out more about life and roles in the Army and Defence.

When: Friday 1 September, 10am – 2pm at Puckapunyal

More info:

This event has been developed to showcase the variety of careers (full-time and part-time) available in the Army and Defence. It will provide students an insight into:

• Benefits within The Australian Army which is one of the world’s leading military forces
• A valuable opportunity to have one-on-one discussions with ADF members to discuss their experiences and lifestyle
• Interaction with Defence Force Recruiting (DFR) team about current job vacancies, salary and benefits, Defence University Sponsorship, Defence Force Academy, GAP Year, STEM opportunities

Interested students must send an Expression of Interest email to Mrs Elly Martin emartin@mscw.vic.edu.au by 1 June. 

What: Discover ACU Sessions

Who/When/More info:

Discover ACU is designed to give you an exciting first taste of specific disciplines, with an opportunity to speak with current ACU students to find out what life is like in your study area.

The events listed below are for the Melbourne Campus in the June/July school holidays.Find out more and register at Discover ACU. 

What: Australian Catholics Magazine Young Voices Award 

Who: Young voices award is open to all students in Year 7-12.

 When: Entry to open now and closes Friday 26 May, 2023

More info: The YVA theme for 2023 is ‘Climate for change’. Three entry categories include writing, photography and digital. Young Voices Awards 2023: Climate for change (australiancatholics.com.au) 

What: Australian STEM Video Game Challenge

Who: Students

When: Open now until 5 August 2022

More info: https://www.stemgames.org.au/ 

Free to enter, teams of 1-4, must have parent permission and be registered by school staff member – speak to Mr Drew Thomas or Mrs Elly Martin if interested.

Facilitating engagement with Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, students learn vital skills for the future through designing, building and testing an original video game. This is not tied to any particular programming language and in 2023 the theme is Construction and Destruction.

What: BBLLLEN Apprenticeship and Traineeship Information Evening

Who: Any student (especially Year 10 to 12) interested in exploring apprenticeship and/or traineeships as a post-school option. This session is also really beneficial to parents, guardians and career influencers. 

When:   Baw Baw Night Wed 14 June, Warragul Function Centre, Warragul Footy Ground

                Latrobe Night Wed 7 June, Morwell Innovation Centre

More info: These events have traditionally been an information sharing event as well as a networking and recruitment session, so it is very valuable for students considering applying for apprenticeships/traineeships. See attached flyers to register for this event.

What: BiG Day In Melbourne 

Who: Students interested in learning where a career in IT and tech more generally can take you.

When: 13 July, 2023, RMIY

More info: Join to hear from organisations such as Wisetech Global, Adobe, Australian Space Agency, Australian Signals Directorate & more, talking about the future of technology & how students can get involved in shaping the future. Listen to cool industry speakers & visit exhibitor stands to learn about where a career in IT can take. Register Here.

What: Careers in Regional Supply Chain and Logistics

Who: Any student keen to learn more about careers and pathways in supply chain management and logistics.

When: Tuesday 23 May, 9.30am (interested students must email Elly Martin emartin@mscw.vic.edu.au to participate)

More info: With Victoria’s supply chain & logistics industry contributing approximately A$21 billion per year to the economy and employing around 280,000 people, with Supply Chain Management jobs predicted to increase by 10.2% over the next 5 years, it is the perfect time to learn more about the huge variety of occupations and opportunities available to young people in the region, as well as skilled pathways into jobs in Regional Supply Chain & Logistics.

What: Careers with STEM + X: Maths and Data Webinar

Who: Students with an interest in maths and data

When: Wednesday 24 May 2023, 12 noon.

More info: Free, but registration to attend this session with Mrs Elly Martin is required 

What: CSU Charles Sturt Advantage Information Night

Who: Students in Year 12 wanting more information regards CSU’s early entry program.

When: Wed 7 June 6:30pm

More info: https://study.csu.edu.au/study-options/pathways/charles-sturt-advantage 

What: CSU Agriculture and Environment Careers Info Night

Who: Any students with an interest in careers connected with agriculture and environment and considering further study in this space with CSU.

When: 30 May 6.00pm Online

More info: If you are passionate about our agricultural industries or are motivated to help our natural ecosystems via environmental science, we invite you to join us at our agriculture and environment careers information night. Learn about our courses, exciting career opportunities and the learning facilities we have at Charles Sturt - both inside the classroom and outside! Register Here.

What: Collarts Design Competition

Who: Open to any student, especially Year 10 to 12.

When: Open now until 9 July, 2023

More info: Your creative ideas can relate to improving products or interior spaces, textiles, fashion and clothing or you could create photography, animation or graphic design — anything that encompasses this year's theme: CREATIVE FUTURES

Inspired by the UN Sustainable Development Goals for 2030, designers and creatives are applying their thinking to issues such as reducing inequality, promoting health and well-being and solutions for more responsible production and consumption of products through circular design.

Submit a design that helps envision the future we want to live in and design for a more equitable, accessible and sustainable world. More info here.

What: Collarts Winter Workshops

Who/When/More info: 1 July, $15, think you might like DIGITAL & SOCIAL MEDIA | CINEMATIC LIGHTING FOR VIDEO CONTENT www.collarts.edu.au/holidayworkshops 

What: Defence Force Recruiting 2023

Who: Students interested in roles within the Defence Force.

When: Various dates and sessions with current members of the Army, Air force and Navy, using both in person and online options.

More info: www.defencejobs.gov.au/events 

What: Girl Geek Academy Microsoft Mondays

Who: Open to any secondary student but it is designed for high school girls interested in coding and technology.

When: Every Monday from 5 – 6:30pm

More info:  Girl Geek Academy and Microsoft have teamed up to present weekly online workshops to high school girls interested in coding and technology.

Designed specifically for high school girls, you’ll hang out, meet new mates, and learn a new tech skill every Monday afternoon from 5:00-6:30pm (AEST), totally free.

Keen on making your own video game? Let’s do it. Got code questions? We’ve got you covered. Curious about Artificial Intelligence? So are we.

All the classes are beginner friendly, and are set up so you can go at your own pace – no need to worry about getting left behind. And if you’re tech talented, you can move ahead as fast as you like.

Find out more and register here: https://girlgeekacademy.com/microsoft/

What: JMC Creative Arts Competitions

Who/When/More info: The Mocktail Film Award (filmmaking & animation competition), Canvas Art Award (2D/3D drawing competition) and the Songwriting Competition (lyric and recording comp). https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/teachers-resources/competitions-for-your-students/ 

What: Law Week

Who: Open to any student, especially those interested in learning more about possible careers and pathways in the law industry.

When: 15 – 21 May, Various locations.

More info: Find out more about Law Week at the Law Week website: www.lawweek.net.au

What: Macquarie University Online Information Sessions

Who: Open to any student, especially those interested in learning more about possible courses and offerings at Macquarie.

When: Year 12 Webinar Series 3 May – 19 July

                Year 10 Guide to Uni Webinar 10 May

More info: A series of short talks given by university representatives and current students. We’ll cover everything students will need to know to prepare them for university study including important dates and early entry. Details and registration here.

Plus the Year 12 Early Entry Guide is on 7 June. Details and registration here.

What: Monash Business Explorer 

Who: This free event is open to students in Years 11 and 12 who are considering studying business at university, and is a great way to explore the diverse world of commerce through a choice of taster sessions in accounting, economics, banking and finance, management, marketing, entrepreneurship and analytics, statistics and actuarial studies.  Lunch will also be provided.

When: Tuesday 27 June 2023, 10am – 3:15pm, Monash Caulfield

More info: Registration is essential and places are limited.  Register at Home - Business Explorer | Monash Business School | Monash University.

What: Monash Information Evening Traralgon 

Who: Any interested students

When: Thursday 8 June, 6.30pm – 8pm, Gippsland Conference Centre, 1/121 Hotham St, Traralgon.

More info: The Traralgon MIE is fast approaching, please share this link with your cohorts to book their place at the event.

Monash know that choosing a university is a big decision, especially if you don’t live in Melbourne. Monash Information Evenings are the perfect opportunity to have your questions answered on everything you wanted to know about undergraduate study at Monash. You’ll hear about:

• our 10 diverse study and discipline areas
• undergraduate course types, such as our comprehensive and specialist courses, double degrees and pathway programs
• international opportunities including study abroad and overseas tours
• how to apply – everything you need to know about VTAC, key dates and deadlines
• scholarships and fees
• Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) and the Monash Guarantee
• accommodation options, both on and off campus.

What: Monash Virtual VCE Revision Sessions 2023 

Who: Year 11 and 12 students studying Unit 3&4 Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology and Software Development, as well as Further, Methods and Specialist Mathematics.

When: Sessions commence Term 2 and occur across the year based on topics covered in Unit 3&4 study and the final session is an Exam Revision session in Oct/Nov.

More info: Monash Virtual VCE Revision Sessions 

What: Access Monash Webinars

Who: Open to any student, especially Year 10 to 12, interested in obtaining more information about the campuses, courses and opportunities available at Monash.

When/More info: The Access Monash Online Seminars (via Zoom) are led by experienced Access Monash mentors, giving students valuable first-hand insight into the university. Mentors provide handy tips and tricks and insider knowledge to assist students in their decision-making for the future. More info here.

What: Discover Monash Information Sessions

Who: Open to any student, especially Year 10 to 12, interested in obtaining more information about specific courses at Monash.

When: April and May

More info: Register for the event at Events - Discover Monash

What: Monash Science Precinct Tours

Who: Students, especially those in senior years, with an interest in pursuing Science at Monash. This is an opportunity to find out more and check out the facilities in which you might be studying in the future.

When: July School Holidays

More info: Registration is important - Monash Science Precinct Tours 2023 - Multiple Dates.

What: My Future NCW Webinar: The power of workplace exposure – to see what you can be

Who: ATSI students and their career supporters

When: Tuesday 16 May, 1-2pm

More info: CareerTrackers facilitates on-the-job experiences for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students across Australia from year 12 and throughout university, by linking them with employers related to their aspirations for paid, multi-year internships. Hear from some of the deadly interns and learn how you can support young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to be the changemakers of tomorrow. Find out more and register for this webinar

What: NDIS Webinar – Planning for post-school pathways for Year 9-12 students with a disability

Who: Students, parents and carers, and career educators

When: 7.00–8.30pm Thursday 18 May 2023 – Register through Eventbrite

More info: Toni Spotswood, National Disability Insurance Agency, and Leela Darvall, Department of Education, will discuss a range of career planning and pathways tools, NDIS-funded supports and other assistance to help young people with a disability to build skills to prepare for their transition from school, and support them in achieving education, training, employment and other goals, post-school.

What: Regional Supply Chain and Logistics Careers Student Webinar

Who: Any student interested in exploring the growth and breadth of roles within supply chain management and logistics.

When: Tuesday 23 May, 9:30am

More info: If keen to attend, please send an expression of interest email to Mrs Elly Martin emartin@mscw.vic.edu.au

What: RMIT Tech and Trades Day

Who: Years 10, 11 and 12 students and their parents/guardians

When: 29 June, 9am – 2:45pm, Melbourne City

More info: More info and register here.

Free event. Students can experience hands-on workshops from various fields in Future Technologies and Trades to gain practical knowledge, tour facilities, and interact with teachers, current students and industry. Lunch is provided, and there are prizes to be won! 

What: STEM Zone VCE Revision Workshops

Who: Open to any student, especially Year 10 to 12, who is studying Unit 3&4 Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Physics, Math Methods.

When: July and September, Drouin.

More info: Bookings required and numbers are limited. Check www.stemzone.com.au

What: Mid-year SWOT Week with UoM

Who: Year 12s and Accelerated Year 11s.

When: Monday 26th June - Friday 30th June, University of Melbourne, Parkville Campus

More info: Sponsored by the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences (MDHS), SWOT Week is a not-for-profit VCE revision program where high-achieving past graduates provide quality VCE revision to high school students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Over the entire week, different subjects will be running comprehensive 90-120 minute workshops based on the VCAA Unit 3 curriculum at a cost of $2 per session.

Subjects offered: Biology, Chemistry, English, Further Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Physics, Psychology, Specialist Mathematics and Legal Studies.

How can students register for SWOT Week: Registration for the event has not yet been open (May 29). An expression of interest form for SWOT Week is made available here or go to https://forms.gle/EvAKvTSF4Ggvqsqy6 

What: University of Melbourne sheCommerce Camp

Who: Year 9 and Year 11 students who identify as women or non-binary and are passionate about leadership and pursuing a career where they can impact change.

When: Applications are open now and close on 21 May. 

• sheCommerce Year 9 Camp: 5-7 July
• sheCommerce Year 11 Camp: 6-8 December

More info: sheCommerce is an immersive and academic enrichment program for 40 selected student delivered by the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Business and Economics.

Activities delivered as part of the camp include:

• Opportunities to meet like-minded peers with an interest in leadership, commerce and an aspiration for tertiary study.
• Mentoring opportunities to meet current students in the Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Melbourne, hear about their experiences and aspirations.
• Workshops, lectures and seminars delivered by world-class academics at the Faculty of Business and Economics, as well as business leaders from industry.
• Practical, hands-on experiences and exposure to real business problems.
• Opportunities to learn about careers in business.

The program is free of charge and includes accommodation, all meals and workshops. The camp will foster a safe and inclusive space for participants.

 Find out more here

What: UniMelb Residential Colleges Open House

Who/When/More Info: Are you looking to attend the University of Melbourne and thinking about Residential Colleges? Then we want to meet you! Our ten UniMelb Residential Colleges are holding an Open House event of tours on Saturday 6 May 2023, 11am-4pm. Hear from current students, meet the academic and pastoral care staff, learn more about our scholarship programs and discover the best of residential college clubs, societies, events and leadership opportunities. Lunch and refreshments will be served across the Colleges on the day. There will be tours on a rolling basis departing at regular times from 12noon – 3.30pm. There are also two Unimelb Course and Admissions Overview Information Sessions at 11am and 4pm. Event details and register online Open House 2023 - Colleges University of Melbourne (unimelb.edu.au) 

What: University of Melbourne – Focus on Melbourne

Who: Anyone keen to learn more about the offerings, course details and student experience connected with University of Melbourne.

When and More info: 

Each course information evening will be held on campus from 6.00pm – 8.00pm.

Students should please register at Focus On Melbourne.

What: University of Melbourne – Meet Melbourne@Traralgon

Who: Anyone keen to learn more about the offerings, course details and student experience connected with University of Melbourne.

When: Traralgon, Tuesday 8 August 2023, Venue and time TBC.

More info: Registration is required for each event and will open shortly, but in the meantime please save the date. Click here.

What: Victorian Careers Show 

Who: Anyone, especially senior students and their families.

When: Friday 19 and Saturday 20 May 2023, 9.00am – 3.00pm, Exhibition Pavilion 1, Melbourne Showgrounds, Epsom Rd, Ascot Vale $12 per person – online purchase only

More info: Smaller than the VCE & Careers Expo earlier this month, this event is aimed at offering VCE student’s information and resources for the VCE. Find out more, including participating institutions, visit Victorian Careers Show 2023

What: Victorian Police Info Sessions 

Who: Open to all students, especially those considering pursuing a role with Victoria Police

When: Tuesday 16 May (Online)

More info: www.police.vic.gov.au/police-information-sessions

5 great competitions for artists

Now that you’re convinced, here are some of the best competitions we’ve found you might like to enter:

• Young Archie competition for those under the age of 18.
• William and Winifred Bowness Photography Prize – a prestigious photography competition run by Monash Gallery of Art. 
• Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards – also known as NATSIAA.
• ABR Elizabeth Jolley Short Story Prize – one of Australia’s leading prizes for original writing.
• We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize – open to emerging professional designers working in sustainable fashion.

Nothing here that suits you? Don’t forget you can find tons more competitions on the Study Work Grow website here.

Three-day Residential Holiday Program with Le Cordon Bleu

Year 11 and 12 students who may be considering a career as a top chef or in a management role in hotels and restaurants are invited to participate in the Le Cordon Bleu 3-day Residential Program.

Held in the June holidays, students will –

• Create Cuisine and Patisserie delights under the tutelage of Le Cordon Bleu chefs on campus
• Enjoy site visits to some of Melbourne's top restaurants and hotels
• Gain industry insights from chefs, restaurateurs and hoteliers at the top of their profession
• Enjoy breakfasts at leading patisseries and dinners at 5-star hotels and/or fine dining restaurants
• Create a gourmet 3-course lunch for their parents in the on-campus training restaurant on Day 3 of the Residential
• Be fully supervised by Le Cordon Bleu staff for the full duration of the Residential

The Residential is strictly limited to a maximum of 12 participants.  For more information regarding costs, dates, etc. visit Enter the World of Le Cordon Bleu Melbourne Career Residential.

ACADEMIC INSIGHTS PROGRAM

The National Institute of Education (NIE) Australia has partnered with Immerse Education to bring you the Academic Insights Program for: 

• Medicine
• Psychology
• Veterinary Studies
• Engineering
• International Relations
• Business Management, and 
• Creative Writing

The program will see students live and study at The University of Sydney between 3 – 13 January 2024. Participants will attend lectures, tuitions, complete a research assignment, and be involved in an array of social and cultural activities. Students will live at St Paul's College (University of Sydney) for the duration of the program. 

The academic components of the program will be facilitated by academics from Oxford and Cambridge Universities, who will fly in and stay for the 10-day duration of the program. 

In addition to all other activities, students will be receiving a Certificate of Completion, a detailed personalised performance review, and a personalised letter of recommendation, which they can use for applying to universities and various scholarship programs. 

Program Inclusions:

• 10 nights' accommodation in a college at the University of Sydney
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in College Hall
• Accommodation in an individual bedroom
• 35 hours of academic sessions from Oxford University and Cambridge University tutors
• Carefully designed study and lecture materials
• Mentor program and access to support material
• Formal hall dinners at the University of Sydney
• Visits to iconic landmarks including Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour, and the Taronga Zoo
• Cultural and social activities including Australian Football, Cricket, and opportunities for BBQ
• Graduation ceremony and certificate
• A detailed evaluation written by the tutors
• Mentor family photograph
• Free premium membership to UniPrepare's 'Nurture' plan

Note: the cost of this program is $9,690 (11 days inclusive). For detailed information about the cost and how to enrol please visit: 

www.nie.edu.au/academic-insights-program