Careers News 

Compass Career News 

Here's a summary of the latest Career News updates with the full Careers Newsletter below.

Items in the 18 August 2023 Career News – 

• Dates to Diarise in Term 3  
• Studying the Bachelor of Health Sciences at La Trobe University
• Studying Information Technology (Professional Practice) at Federation University
• News from ACU 
  • New Pathway for Criminology enthusiasts
  • Graduate Outcomes at ACU
• News from Monash University 
  • New Courses on offer in 2024
  • Careers in Pharmacy
• Carlton College
• Media, Communication & Journalism Degrees in Victoria in 2023
• Snapshot of the University of Adelaide in 2023       

Items in the 25 August 2023 Career News – 

• Dates to Diarise in Term 3
• Army Logistics (ADF) Gap Year
• The Federation University Co-operative Model
• Study at La Trobe University's Sydney Campus
• News from the University of Melbourne
  • Fine Arts and Music Degrees in 2024
  • Girls’ Programming Network Free Workshop
• Australian Catholic University: Talk with Industry Webinars
• Box Hill Institute: Free Nursing Bootcamp
• Arts Degrees in Victoria in 2023
• Exercise Science & Sport Degrees in Victoria in 2023
• Snapshot of the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in 2023  

VTAC application webinar recordings available and SEAS/Scholarships applications REMINDER

Watch this Applicant applying through VTAC webinar to learn about making a VTAC application in 2023 including searching courses, pathways and preferences. 

Watch VTAC’s 2023 Applicants applying for SEAS and Scholarships webinar to understand the process of applying for special consideration through their Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) and for VTAC Scholarships.

All Year 12 Domestic students are eligible to apply to SEAS Category 1 and need to check other SEAS categories to see if they’re eligible and what evidence is required. VTAC SEAS and Scholarships applications close 6 October (5pm) but supporting evidence should be uploaded to VTAC by 15 September (last day of Term 3) to allow time for VTAC to review these documents. Year 12s must carefully follow the instructions given by VTAC as they complete their SEAS and Scholarships applications to start organising any supporting documents requested by VTAC. Refer to VTAC’s advice on providing evidence and a statement of support plus giving this Providing a statement of support fact sheet to the person writing the supporting statement. VTAC has now provided this short video showing students how to submit supporting evidence for their SEAS/Scholarships applications by upload to VTAC account or requesting an online statement of support. Year 12s are to use the VTAC app info tab in the Careers channel on Teams for guidance on applying through VTAC.

REMINDER: VTAC information webinars for students and parents

VTAC will be running free webinars to assist both applicants and the school community in understanding various topics relevant to making a VTAC application. Those supporting a Year 12 student during the VTAC application period are encouraged to attend and can find a list of available webinars including links to register below and on the VTAC website here: www.vtac.edu.au/events

Co-op Scholarships for 2024 entry

Go to what you need to know about Co-op scholarships to find out what they are, who can apply and answers to FAQs. Then refer to the below guide listing co-op scholarships in Australia for students starting tertiary study in 2024 taking note a few have closed (these were shared earlier with Yr12s in the Careers channel) and some of these applications close 3 September. Co-op scholarships are generally open to high achievers but even if you’re not sure about this they are worth checking as merit isn’t just given for high academic results.

Plus include the attached ‘Co-op Scholarships Guide 2024’ doc here.

Young Women in Trades Showcase Event at Chisholm Frankston Campus 

Wednesday 13 September, 4pm to 7pm

Come and ‘Try a Trade’ at Chisholm’s interactive trade stands and get hands on experience with electrical, plumbing, carpentry, cabinet making, automotive, and engineering (including virtual welding) trades. Hear from a panel of successful Women in Trade about their experiences. Chat to teachers and industry about career and study options to help you find out which trade is right for you! Click here for event details and registration.

A Flying Start: Aviation Info Session at Swinburne University of Technology

Thursday 31 August, 5pm to 6:30pm

Join this event at Swinburne’s Hawthorn campus to get all the need-to-know details on studying aviation at Swinburne. You’ll get a breakdown of all their different aviation courses, hear insights on entry requirements, and get expert tips on career opportunities. It will also cover financial info, including scholarships. Find out more and register for this free event here.

Create for a day at SAE Melbourne

Saturday 9 September, 10am to 4pm

SAE Melbourne is opening its doors on Saturday 9th of September for Create For A Day, a one-of-a-kind full day program where students can come to the SAE campus and work on inspiring creative projects in the fields of Animation, Audio, Film, Games, Design, and Music Production. On the day, attendees will learn valuable practical and collaborative skills as they work towards building a creative piece of work. They will also receive a certificate of participation to acknowledge the creative project they have undertaken. Due to the tertiary level of the workshop content, this event is open to anyone aged 15 years and above (Year 10 and over) and tickets are limited. You can find out more and get your tickets here. 

Discover Monash events running in September

The final series of Discover Monash events has been released. Visit the Monash Discover events website to find out about the upcoming course information sessions and campus tours including the Discover Engineering, Music and PPE events running in the last two weeks of Term, plus campus tours and a Discover IT event during the upcoming September holidays.

Clarissa Jacques RPCDP

Careers & Pathways Coordinator