Careers News

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It is that time of the year when our students are busy completing assessment tasks and exams, and considering the next stage of their lives post school. It is an important time for Year 12 students, as UAC is open for university preferences, and several universities are now open for Early Admissions. Last week I presented to our Year 12 students a seminar titled “Your Life, Your Choice”. I began to explore with students the changing world of careers based on the latest data from Job and Skills Australia (April, 2024). We discussed where the jobs are now, and the projections for employment growth in the future (see below). 

Our Year 12 students were then given the opportunity to attend the Sutherland Shire Career Expo. This was a great opportunity for students to visit over 140 exhibitors, including many universities, colleges, private institutions, ADF, NSW Police, QANTAS, ANSTO and Apprenticeship Centres. Year 12 students came away armed with plenty of information to assist them with their post school exploration.

UAC

Students in Year 12 who are interested in applying to study at university will need to use the UAC portal. This admission process is based on an ATAR, and students can submit up to 5 preferences (in order). 

The ATAR and applying through UAC

Key Dates

This year UAC is not producing a hard copy of the UAC Guide. Students instead will be directed to the UAC undergraduate search to find suitable courses at a variety of institutions. 

UAC - Educational Access Schemes (EAS)

The Educational Access Scheme (EAS) aims to help students who have experienced significant educational disadvantage to receive an offer to university. Find out more information here:

UNIVERSITY

Entry to University

Early Entry programs have been evolving in recent years as an alternate pathway to UAC entry. These universities will offer a place prior to the HSC examinations. Many universities are also offering some great webinars to provide students with further knowledge on the courses that they have on offer, as well as the application process. Read further here ….

More about universities ...

UTS Bachelor of Computing Science - Industry Degree Academy (IDeA)

The Industry Degree Academy (IDeA) is a three year program, available only at UTS. Students work at some of Australia’s leading companies while they study. Find out more here: 

UNSW - Arts, Design & Architecture Information Evening, 22 May (online), 6.00 - 7.00pm

Learn about degrees, careers, admission pathways, scholarships and more in the faculty of Arts, Design and Architecture! Register here:

UNSW - Science Information Evening, 29 May (online), 6.00 - 7.00pm

UNSW’s Science Information Evening is for high school students who are interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree in Science. Register here: 

University Western Sydney Open Day, 30 June, 10.00 - 4.00pm 

Explore course options, meet academics and find out about pathway options. Find out more

University of Wollongong - Upcoming Future Talk Series

UOW is hosting a number of webinars which will be of interest to students:

● 1 July - Early Admission

● 12 August - Scholarships and Accommodation

UOW Pathway Information Sessions, 29 May, 6.00 - 7.00pm

UOW College offers pathway courses that can guarantee entry into a range of bachelor programs, some with direct entry into the second year. Learn more about this pathway at the online information session. Register here:

TAFE/Colleges

Basair Info Sessions Sydney Pilot Career Seminar, 18 June, 16 July

Learn about a career as a Commercial Pilot at one of the information seminars. 

Sydney Design School Open Day 25 May,  10am - 12pm. Explore their new campus in North Sydney. Register here: 

Whitehouse Institute of Design - Early Entry Applications Open For students interested in pursuing a career in Fashion Design, Interior Design or Creative Direction and Styling. Early Entry applications are now open. 

ACPE Open Day, 22 June

Exploring your study options for a career in the sport industry? Attend this Open Day at ACPE. Find out more

Scholarships

UNSW Co-op Applications - Now Open, closes 30 September.

A Co-op scholarship provides financial support (to the value of $21,600 per annum for 4 years) to fund your study at UNSW. It also facilitates three industry placements for high performing students. Apply here:

UTS Bachelor of Information Technology Co-operative Scholarship, closes 8 September.

The Bachelor of IT Co-operative Scholarship is a three-year IT course. It is a highly competitive course worth up to $49,500 for the duration of your degree. Successful students generally achieve a Selection Rank of 88–99.95; however, your ATAR is just one component of the application. Find out more here: 

Apprenticeships / Traineeships

Interested in an Electrical Career? See where an apprenticeship in this industry can lead to - NECA Careers Paths

Automotive Apprenticeships - Apprenticeships R Us

Apprenticeships R Us is a Group Training Organisation (GTO) that supplies quality Automotive Apprentices, ranging from Light and Heavy Vehicles, Accident Repair trades such as Panel Beating and Spray Painting. Check out the current vacancies here:

HIA Building Apprenticeships - for apprenticeships in the building industry. 

You will learn on the job training and mentoring with a mix of training courses. Learn more here: 

Australian Cabinet & Furniture Apprenticeships

ACFA is a registered training organisation that brings a unique experience to how young people are trained in the furniture and cabinet industry. Learn more here:

Work Experience

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is offering a health work experience program to Year 11 students that are interested in a career in health care. 

1. Dietetics
2. Occupational Therapy
3. Physiotherapy
4. Podiatry
5. Psychology
6. Social Work
7. Speech Pathology

Applications are open now and close on 19 May. Please email me if you are interested.

Other

Sutherland Library - Free HSC Modern History & English lectures. Bookings required. 

HSC Modern History  Tuesday 28 May, 6–8pm

HSC English | Texts and Human Experiences Wednesday, 29 May, 6–8pm

Sutherland Library, 30–36 Belmont St, Sutherland

As always, if you would like to speak with me about pathways for further study or careers post school, please book a meeting.

Mrs Yvette Kennedy

Instructional Leader Pathways and Partnerships

yvette.kennedy@syd.catholic.edu.au

8522.1500