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Skills you need to succeed at university
Organisation: Melbourne Polytechnic
Location: Online
Date: May 26, 2025
Choosing a brand-new career path, knowing where to upgrade your skills or how to start doesn't need to be a decision you make alone.
Hosted by teachers who can answer questions and offer advice on your chosen field, our information sessions help you make an informed decision around your study and career options.
Find out more about the following course(s) at Melbourne Polytechnic:
Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: Online
Date: May 27, 2025
Caring for others gives more than it takes. A career in paramedicine, nursing or midwifery means a career helping others.
Join us online to hear from ACU students and alumni about their experiences working as nurses, midwives and paramedics. Take part in a Q&A session to learn what it is like working on the frontline, using your skills to help people when they need it the most.
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Monash Clayton Campus
Date: May 27, 2025
Teachers play a critical role in helping children prepare for their future, equipping them with the skills they need to become successful members of society and the leaders of tomorrow. Learn all you need to know about our Bachelor of Education (Honours), education double-degrees and pathways to the Number 1 Faculty of Education in Australia.
We’ll also introduce you to the Bachelor of Learning Design and Technology, a course designed for those who want to create learning experiences beyond the classroom.
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Online
Date: May 27, 2025
Discover what it's like to study Health Sciences, Public Health or Psychology at Monash. Join us for an informative session where we'll discuss the course structure, hands-on opportunities and career outcomes. Our students will be online to provide insights into their own experiences as well.
Organisation: Victoria Police
Location: Online
Date: May 28, 2025
Victoria Police are hosting an online information session for members of the community who are:
This session has been created to guide you through the steps of completing a strong application, with helpful tips and tricks that apply to each stage of the recruitment process.
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Monash Caulfield Campus
Date: May 28, 2025
Hear from our expert teaching staff for our bachelor degrees in Fine Art, Curating, Design and Architecture in-person.
They will provide a deeper insight into each degree, and you will have the opportunity to hear from our current students on their first-year experiences.
Join us and ask all the questions you may have and find out what makes Monash Art, Design and Architecture your top destination for creativity with purpose.
Organisation: Careers with STEM
Location: Online
Date: May 28, 2025
Join Careers with STEM, supported by QUT, to hear from inspiring professionals who turned their passion for problem solving into careers that are saving the environment with data, improving outcomes in cancer research and optimising complex transport systems.
In this webinar, you will meet:
Our speakers will share their personal journeys, offer practical advice, and provide insights into career paths, study opportunities, tips for university life, and the things they wish they knew when they were in high school.
Whether you’re a high school student, a teacher guiding your students’ next steps, or a parent supporting your child’s future, this webinar will provide the knowledge and inspiration you need to explore the exciting world of maths and data careers.
Organisation: Melbourne Polytechnic
Location: Online
Date: May 29, 2025
Choosing a brand-new career path, knowing where to upgrade your skills or how to start doesn't need to be a decision you make alone.
Hosted by teachers who can answer questions and offer advice on your chosen field, our information sessions help you make an informed decision around your study and career options.
Find out more about the following course(s) at Melbourne Polytechnic:
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Online
Date: May 29, 2025
Shape the future of learning with the Bachelor of Learning Design and Technology.
Designed with industry leaders to ensure graduates are at the forefront of learning design, this course provides highly transferable skills including project management, leadership, critical thinking and data-driven decision-making.
Combine your love of creativity, technology and psychology to create experiences beyond the classroom whilst navigating new challenges and technologies, from artificial intelligence and simulations to corporate training and career development.
Discover the incredible reach of the learning design industry, potential pathways, career opportunities and how you can adapt the course to suit your own interests.
Organisation: RMIT University
Location: RMIT Melbourne City Campus
Date: May 29, 2025
Looking for expert advice on what to study or just want to know more about what's on offer? This is the perfect event for you.
Our upcoming Study Expo lets you experience RMIT and find out firsthand what your future study will look and feel like.
Our friendly staff will be on-hand to answer questions, provide on-the-spot application assistance and help with anything from scholarships to accommodation.
Organisation: The Hotel School Australia
Location: Melbourne Cricket Ground
Date: May 31, 2025
An exclusive event for Year 12 students to explore the Melbourne Cricket Ground, a leading tourism venue, to discover exciting career opportunities in the tourism industry.
This immersive experience includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the MCG, an interactive tourism workshop with a completion certificate, and insights from industry experts. You'll also have the chance to network with industry leaders, connect with current THS students, and get your questions answered by the THS team. Plus, enjoy a complimentary morning tea and lunch while engaging with like-minded peers.
Organisation: National Institute of Education
Location: Online
Date: June 1, 2025
If you are in Years 10, 11, 12, or you may be older and considering sitting the UCAT in the future, then this program is for you. The Simulated UCAT Workshop program is ideal and often a necessary step towards effective and efficient preparation for the UCAT.
The workshop is primarily designed to cover fundamental techniques in navigating all five sections of the UCAT test and also for participants to gain a better understanding of their own level of preparedness for the test.
The program runs over one full day of UCAT training, and Part 2, which is a 3-hour session for students and parents.
Organisation: Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Location: Online
Date: June 7, 2025
Discover the courses designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation, film and visual effects at the AIE Online Campus Day. AIE will be running this event for students interested in studying online. You will be able to meet our teachers, explore how classes will run, course options, career pathways and see our amazing student work.
We will be covering everything you need to know about the:
Organisation: Victoria University
Location: VU Footscray Park Campus
Date: June 13, 2025
VU is committed to empowering young women in sport. This free event is for girls in Year 10–12 who are passionate about a career in sport.
Hear from keynote speaker Laura Kane, AFL Executive General Manager of Football and the first woman to hold this role in the game’s history.
Listen to a panel featuring:
Participate in a range of masterclasses covering:
Organisation: The Hotel School
Location: The Hotel School Melbourne Campus
Date: June 21, 2025
Join us for an inspiring day at The Hotel School Australia’s Open Campus, where you’ll experience student life first hand through an exclusive Masterclass, hear from a special industry guest speaker, meet our academic and support teams, explore course options, and discover career pathways with our Professional Learning team. You’ll also have the chance to connect with current students and fellow attendees - all while enjoying light refreshments.
Whether you’re a high school student, considering a transfer, or exploring new opportunities, this event is the perfect way to take the next step.
Organisation: Australian Institute of Music
Location: AIM Melbourne Campus
Date: June 28, 2025
Join us for Open Day, and experience everything AIM has to offer!
See our campus, get course advice, experience live performances, meet our academics and students, and get involved in activities that will give you a taste of student life here at AIM.
Whether you’re ready to study now, or in five years, Open Day is open to all and a fantastic opportunity to discover how the Australian Institute of Music can help turn your passion for music into a career.
Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: ACU Melbourne Campus
Date: July 8, 2025
Take part in hands-on workshops, tour our facilities and hear from current students about what it’s like to study allied health, biomedical science and sports science at ACU Melbourne.
Plus, tour our facilities, and chat with current students and staff.
Organisation: National Youth Science Forum
Location: Melbourne
Date: July 8 to July 11, 2025
A STEM Hub is a non-residential STEM experience where you can connect with STEM pathways and careers around Australia. You’ll join exclusive behind-the-scenes experiences typically inaccessible to the public and connect with STEM professionals—a crucial networking opportunity for your future.
Whether you’re passionate about robotics, biomedicine, astronomy, biology, or anything in between, there’s a STEM Hub waiting to show you what a STEM career is really like!
Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: ACU Melbourne Campus
Date: July 8, 2025
Take part in hands-on workshops, tour our facilities and hear from current students about what it’s like to study allied health, biomedical science and sports science at ACU Melbourne.
Plus, tour our facilities, and chat with current students and staff.
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Monash Caulfield Campus
Date: July 8 to July 17, 2025
Business Explorer, held on 8 and 17 July 2025, gives you hands-on experience in the world of business. Through interactive games, quizzes and case studies, you get to discover the world of start-ups, brands, stock markets and more!
Each of the days will run in the same way and feature the same great sessions – offering you the choice to pick the day that suits you best!
You have the option to choose three taster sessions in accounting, banking and finance, economics, analytics, entrepreneurship, management, and marketing to experience on the day.
Places are strictly limited to senior students studying IB or VCE Units 1 - 4 students only and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications close on 23 June 2025.
Organisation: Le Cordon Bleu
Location: Le Cordon Bleu Melbourne Campus
Date: July 9 to July 11, 2025
We're opening our doors to high school students in Years 11 & 12, to experience a day in the life at one of the world’s leading culinary and hospitality institutions. The residential will provide a taste of what a future career in hospitality looks like.
Meet lecturers and Le Cordon Bleu professionals, hear from industry experts, discover what Le Cordon Bleu hospitality management degree programmes involve and experience hands-on culinary classes with our chefs.
Open to high school students in Years 11 & 12 interested in culinary arts, hotel or business management.
Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: ACU Melbourne Campus
Date: July 9, 2025
Are you passionate about a career making an impact in the lives of young people? Find out what its like to study teaching and education at ACU Melbourne.
Take part in hands-on workshops, tour our facilities and hear from current students about studying to become a teacher.
Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: ACU Melbourne Campus
Date: July 9, 2025
All rise, interactive workshops are now in session. Take part in our law and criminology or business workshops and discover what it takes to become a respected and ethical corporate professional for the modern world.
Organisation: RMIT University
Location: RMIT Melbourne City Campus
Date: July 10, 2025
Explore next-level workshops at RMIT's Tech and Trades Experience Day in the July school holidays. Walk in the shoes of a student for a day and experience what it's like to learn an IT, tech or trade course.
If you're a high school student in Year 10, 11 or 12, as well as parents/guardians, this event is for you. Not only is it free, it's also a great chance to get a glimpse of what tech and trade courses are really like at RMIT.
The workshops at the Experience Day will have tech something for everyone, no matter what IT tech course or trade course you're interested in. With everything from cyber security to carpentry, the event gives you a chance to explore your interests and passions.
Organisation: Australian Institute of Music
Location: AIM Melbourne Campus
Date: July 10 to July 11, 2025
AIM’s holiday workshop is designed for high school students interested in Electronic Music. Created for students in Years 9-12, the two-day electronic workshops provide incredible opportunities to experience creating & performing mentored by AIM’s own accomplished industry & Ableton-certified professionals.
Over 2 days students will work with AIM’s audio industry professionals to learn electronic music skills in our state-of-the-art facilities. During the workshop, they will guide students to navigate all things audio, electronic music, and composing using DAW.
Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: ACU Melbourne Campus
Date: July 10, 2025
Are you ready to explore a career that makes a real difference and saves lives? Discover what it’s like to study nursing, midwifery or paramedicine at ACU Melbourne.
Take part in hands-on workshops, tour our facilities and hear from current students about studying to become a nurse, midwife or paramedic.
Organisation: Australian Institute of Music
Location: AIM Melbourne Campus
Date: July 10 to July 11, 2025
AIM’s new school holiday workshop is designed for high school students interested in music performance & songwriting. Created for students in Years 9-12, the two-day music workshops provide incredible opportunities to experience playing, writing, and performing music, mentored by AIM’s own accomplished musicians and educators.
Organisation: Swinburne University of Technology
Location: Swinburne Hawthorn Campus
Date: July 11, 2025
The Swinburne Innovation in Action school holiday program is a 1-day program based at our Hawthorn campus where Year 10 - 12 students are given the knowledge and tools they need to come up with brilliant new ideas to solve real-world problems.
In this free program, you will:
Organisation: Academy of Interactive Technology
Location: AIT Melbourne Campus
Date: July 12, 2025
AIT's Open Day is perfect for those wanting to explore the endless opportunities available in the growing creative industries and to get your questions answered for the Feb 2026 intake.
On the day you'll enjoy:
Organisation: Zoos Victoria
Location: Melbourne Zoo
Date: July 17 to July 18, 2025
Are you passionate about wildlife and interested in a career with animals, conservation or the environment?
Join our experts for the 2025 Careers Expo at Melbourne Zoo. This event is recommended for students in Years 9-12 who are interested in exploring different careers in the world of wildlife, conservation, environment, animal welfare, and more.
Organisation: National Youth Science Forum
Location: Melbourne
Date: July 19 to July 21, 2025
Returning in 2025, the National Youth STEM Summit is an exclusive three-day conference-style event specifically designed to help you smash your study goals and secure your dream job.
The program boasts a diverse range of sessions, including:
This Summit is aimed at young people between 18-25 who have completed high school and are making decisions about their futures in STEM.
Registrations will open in mid-April, and equity pricing is available for individuals who are full-time students, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders, from rural or remote regions, have a disability, or are experiencing financial hardship.
Organisation: Career Exhibitions Pty Ltd
Location: Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre
Date: July 25 to July 27, 2025
The Melbourne Career Expo is the most comprehensive and exciting careers event in Australia. This expo encompasses all career opportunities from employment to education and training in the trades, corporate and professional sectors.
Organisation: Marcus Oldham College
Location: Marcus Oldham Geelong Campus & Online
Date: July 27, 2025
Choosing the right path for your future is a big decision, and there’s no better way to experience Marcus Oldham than by joining us for Open Day 2025.
Whether you’re considering a career in Agriculture or Agribusiness, this is your opportunity to explore our industry-focused courses, meet our students and graduates, and experience life at Australia’s leading independent agricultural college.
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Monash Peninsula Campus
Date: August 2, 2025
If you’re considering studying at uni, coming to our Open Day is one of the best decisions you can make. You’ll be able to discover key course information, explore our campuses, meet current students and staff, and get a taste of Monash life, firsthand.
Whether you want to get a feel for what you’ll be studying, make sure you're on the right track, or simply picture yourself in one of our learning spaces, here’s why you should join us at Open Day:
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Monash Caulfield Campus
Date: August 2, 2025
If you’re considering studying at uni, coming to our Open Day is one of the best decisions you can make. You’ll be able to discover key course information, explore our campuses, meet current students and staff, and get a taste of Monash life, firsthand.
Whether you want to get a feel for what you’ll be studying, make sure you're on the right track, or simply picture yourself in one of our learning spaces, here’s why you should join us at Open Day:
Organisation: Deakin University
Location: Deakin Warrnambool Campus
Date: August 3, 2025
Deakin Open Day is your opportunity to experience everything Deakin has to offer at our Warrnambool Campus.
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Monash Clayton Campus
Date: August 3, 2025
If you’re considering studying at uni, coming to our Open Day is one of the best decisions you can make. You’ll be able to discover key course information, explore our campuses, meet current students and staff, and get a taste of Monash life, firsthand.
Whether you want to get a feel for what you’ll be studying, make sure you're on the right track, or simply picture yourself in one of our learning spaces, here’s why you should join us at Open Day:
Organisation: La Trobe University
Location: La Trobe Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
Date: August 3, 2025
Why attend Open Day at La Trobe?
Organisation: RMIT University
Location: RMIT Bundoora Campus
Date: August 3, 2025
RMIT Open Day is your chance to experience what it's like to be an RMIT student. Get to know your surroundings, explore the campus, meet your future teachers, ask questions and make friends. It's your opportunity to learn all the tips and tricks from current students and alumni.
Organisation: Photography Studies College
Location: PSC Thistlethwaite Street Campus
Date: August 9, 2025
Open Day is the first step towards building a creative career doing the work you love. It’s a rare opportunity to explore our campus, meet your future lecturers and discover all the industry opportunities available to PSC students.
As Australia’s #1 Photography College, our courses are designed to accelerate your development as a creative professional, with hands-on learning from Australia’s best photographers and visual artists. You’ll get to experience this and more at PSC’s Open Day.
Organisation: La Trobe University
Location: La Trobe Shepparton Campus
Date: August 10, 2025
Why attend Open Day at La Trobe?
Organisation: RMIT University
Location: RMIT Brunswick Campus
Date: August 10, 2025
RMIT Open Day is your chance to experience what it's like to be an RMIT student. Get to know your surroundings, explore the campus, meet your future teachers, ask questions and make friends. It's your opportunity to learn all the tips and tricks from current students and alumni.
Organisation: RMIT University
Location: RMIT City Campus
Date: August 10, 2025
RMIT Open Day is your chance to experience what it's like to be an RMIT student. Get to know your surroundings, explore the campus, meet your future teachers, ask questions and make friends. It's your opportunity to learn all the tips and tricks from current students and alumni.
Organisation: Federation University
Location: Federation Gippsland Campus
Date: August 10, 2025
Experience Open Day at Federation University. From campus tours to live music and hands-on experiences, there’s something for everyone.
Why come to Open Day?
Organisation: La Trobe University
Location: La Trobe Mildura Campus
Date: August 13, 2025
Why attend Open Day at La Trobe?
Organisation: ACAP University College
Location: ACAP Melbourne Campus
Date: August 16, 2025
Open Day is your chance to experience the ACAP difference, and find your path in the applied professions. Whether you’re interested in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Criminology, Law, or Business, ACAP is your pathway to making a difference.
Be part of a workshop, meet our industry-renowned facilitators, and hear all about life as an ACAP student. Join us for a day of exploration and inspiration!
Organisation: SAE University College
Location: SAE Melbourne Campus
Date: August 16, 2025
We’re opening the doors to the campus for our biggest event of the year – Open Day!
Come and tour our facilities, speak to faculty members, meet current students, and find out everything you need to know about studying at SAE.
If you’re considering studying creative media, come along to SAE’s Open Day to speak to our experienced team and learn how you can pursue your passion in this dynamic and expanding industry.
Organisation: Victoria University
Location: VU Footscray Park Campus
Date: August 17, 2025
No one sees you like VU – and there's no better way to see all your possible study/career paths than coming to our VU Open Day.
It's a day where you get to explore our campus, learn about our range of TAFE and Higher Education courses, and dive into interactive events. You'll also find a place to belong – and discover what's next.
Organisation: Deakin University
Location: Deakin Geelong Waurn Ponds & Waterfront Campuses
Date: August 17, 2025
Deakin Open Day is your opportunity to experience everything Deakin has to offer at our Geelong campuses. Not sure what you want to study or where you want to study? Our free shuttle bus will transport you between campuses so you can maximise your day.
Organisation: Monash University
Location: Monash Parkville Campus
Date: August 17, 2025
If you’re considering studying at uni, coming to our Open Day is one of the best decisions you can make. You’ll be able to discover key course information, explore our campuses, meet current students and staff, and get a taste of Monash life, firsthand.
Whether you want to get a feel for what you’ll be studying, make sure you're on the right track, or simply picture yourself in one of our learning spaces, here’s why you should join us at Open Day:
Organisation: Federation University
Location: Federation Berwick Campus
Date: August 17, 2025
Experience Open Day at Federation University. From campus tours to live music and hands-on experiences, there’s something for everyone.
Why come to Open Day?
Organisation: University of Melbourne
Location: UniMelb Parkville Campus
Date: August 17, 2025
We look forward to welcoming you and your family to our campuses on Sunday 17 August 2025, to learn about your passions and to support you in finding the right study path.
What's on at Open Day:
Organisation: Deakin University
Location: Deakin Melbourne Burwood Campus
Date: August 24, 2025
Open Day 2025 is your opportunity to experience everything Deakin has to offer at our campus in Burwood.
Organisation: Victoria University
Location: VU City Tower Campus
Date: August 24, 2025
No one sees you like VU – and there's no better way to see all your possible study/career paths than coming to our VU Open Day.
It's a day where you get to explore our campus, learn about our range of TAFE and Higher Education courses, and dive into interactive events. You'll also find a place to belong – and discover what's next.
Organisation: La Trobe University
Location: La Trobe Bendigo Campus
Date: August 24, 2025
Why attend Open Day at La Trobe?
Organisation: Federation University
Location: Federation Mt Helen, SMB & Camp Street Campus
Date: August 24, 2025
Experience Open Day at Federation University. From campus tours to live music and hands-on experiences, there’s something for everyone.
Why come to Open Day?
Organisation: Deakin University
Location: Deakin Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Date: August 27, 2025
'A day in the life of an optometry student' is an opportunity for Year 11 students living in the South West and Grampians/Wimmera regions with an interest in optometry to experience what it is like to study at Deakin.
The day will include hands-on practical activities as well as the chance to learn more about pathways, entry requirements and career options.
Academics and current students will be available to answer all your questions.
Organisation: Australian College of the Arts
Location: All Collarts Campuses
Date: August 30, 2025
At Collarts, our Open Day is all about making this process simple and hands-on. Information sessions, workshops and the chance to chat with students, teachers and leaders are an important part of learning more about what sets us apart from the rest.
We invite you to come and experience life at Collarts: from our passion for creativity, close community, state-of-the-art facilities, expert faculty, and more.
Organisation: National Youth Science Forum
Location: ANU Acton Campus & UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: January 6 to January 21, 2026
Are you in Year 11 in 2025? Apply now to join us in January!
The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program gives students that are about to start Year 12 a broader understanding of study and career options available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Staying on campus at university colleges, students are immersed in science and technology. Participants:
In January 2026, the NYSF Year 12 Program will run two summer sessions at:
As part of the application process, any students experiencing financial hardship or another disadvantage that negatively impacts their ability to attend the program may apply for an NYSF Access and Equity Scholarship.
We also encourage students to seek financial support from NYSF’s founding partner, Rotary. Many Rotary Clubs are familiar with the NYSF and able to offer some level of funding or assist students to fundraise to attend. You can use the Rotary Club Finder to search for your local Club.
Applications close 20 June 2025. You will be advised of the outcome of your application by mid-August.