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

Items in the 10 October 2025 Career News include –

Dates to Diarise in Term 4
VTAC 2026 Upcoming Key Dates
Information Evening at The Hotel School Melbourne
News from Monash University
- Update from the Medicine Nursing and Health Sciences Faculty
- Monash Innovation Guarantee (MIG)
- Maths & Science Prerequisites
News from Deakin University
- Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science/Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- DeakinTALENT
News from the University of Melbourne
- Two New Majors in the Bachelor of Design
- Changes to the Structure of the Bachelor of Commerce
- UniReady Enabling Program
- How to satisfy Subject Prerequisites
Youth Work and/or Social Work Degrees in 2025 in Victoria
The Australian College of the Arts (Collarts) in 2025

Items in the 17 October 2025 Career News include –

Dates to Diarise in Term 4
VTAC 2026 Upcoming Key Dates
Tax File Number (TFN) – REMINDER to Year 12s
Low Income Health Care Card for Australian and PR Students
Useful Websites and Links
Useful Tips for a University Degree Wannabe (UDW)
Study Abroad & Exchange Programs offered by Victorian Universities
Links to Victorian University Clubs & Societies
Useful links to Victorian Universities Student Support Services
University Terms

VTAC course application reminders for Year 12 students:

In addition to meeting the Essential requirements, all compulsory course requirements for Year 12 applicants must be completed by the specified deadlines – these are listed under Course requirements in the VTAC Course description and summarised in the ‘Requirements checklist’ box (guidance on page 3 of this VTAC CourseSearch fact sheet).
The Checklist on your VTAC account dashboard summarises the documents or evidence required for your course preferences. Note: this is not an exhaustive list as there may be other requirements and additional admissions criteria for your course preferences – students must visit VTAC CourseSearch to view the full list of requirements for each course.
You can continue to add, remove or reorder courses (except for these early closing courses which cannot be added after they have closed) in your VTAC course preference list up to 12noon on 13 December for first round offers released 23 December 2025 (see Change of Preference section at VTAC Important dates).
Visit this New, cancelled and amended courses webpage to stay updated on changes to courses.
Regularly check your VTAC account inbox, especially after making changes to your course preferences – carefully read all VTAC messages and follow their instructions to ensure you meet all requirements and your application is considered.
Subscribe to the VTAC email updates and reminders and visit VTAC’s Help Centre foranswers to FAQs or to get in touch with VTAC for assistance.
Continue to read my posts in the Careers channel on Teams for updates and refer to the ‘VTAC app info document’ for a summary of key details on applying through VTAC – students can contact me directly on Teams if still unsure on how to proceed.

REMINDER: VTAC resources for Parents & Carers of Year 12 students:

VTAC Important dates – applicants must submit applications, payment and required documentation on time to be eligible for course offers.
VTAC Parents & Caregivers Guide: https://vtac.edu.au/guides/caregivers-guide
Free VTAC webinars: www.vtac.edu.au/events – register for upcoming events and webinar recordings will be available to view on VTAC’s YouTube Channel.
This recording of the Applying for courses webinar covers all aspects for applying for courses through VTAC.

Scholarship opportunities for Year 12s commencing tertiary study in 2026

VTAC Scholarships applications are now closed but Year 12s can still apply to Victorian scholarships offered by other organisations. Either by applying direct to the tertiary institution – you can find a list on the VTAC website here – or the Victorian Department of Education website lists other scholarship opportunities for Year 12s undertaking tertiary study in 2026.

And visit the below Scholarships Guide document for a range of scholarships offered around Australia for students commencing tertiary study in 2026. Year 12s are encouraged to research these scholarship opportunities to check eligibility and be informed on the application process and deadlines.

Melbourne City Football Club Info Session – Saturday 25 October, 4pm to 5pm (pre-match)

Kick-off your career in sport with the Melbourne City Institute of Sport & Business. In partnership with Federation University, our 12-month Diploma of Business & Sports Management combines theory and hands-on industry training in the elite environment of Melbourne City FC’s state-of-the-art facility, the City Football Academy, Melbourne - https://ctrl.co/melbournecityfc/ Campus.

Eager to learn more about the program? Join an information session to explore the course details, connect with fellow students, and have all your questions answered. This in-person event is suitable for both Year 12 students and their parents/guardians. There is also the opportunity to stay for free match tickets for 2 to see Melbourne City FC vs Perth Glory. Secure your spot for this info session.

Monash University Clayton Campus Tour for Future Students – Thursday 13 November

Join this 90-minute campus tour to discover all that Monash has to offer! Led by friendly Monash student ambassadors, you’ll explore the outdoor spaces of their world-class campuses, learn about student life, and have the chance to ask questions about studying at Monash. Register here.

WEP Term 4 information events

In the final term for the year, WEP will be hosting a series of free online Information Events for students and their parents. These sessions are the best way to learn more about their student exchange programs, ask questions, and hear first-hand from returned students. Term 4 is the perfect time for students to look ahead and start planning their 2026 student exchange journey.

With plenty of preparation happening behind the scenes before departure, getting started now ensures that students can secure their dream program early. Check out WEP’s Term 4 flyer below for upcoming opportunities to find out more about their student exchange programs.

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