Competitions, activities and events

What: Art Competitions – Young Archies Competition and Science without Borders International Art Contest

Who: Students with a passion for art

When: Open now until early March

More info:           Young Archies Competition Webpage

                                Science without Borders Challenge Webpage

What: ACU ‘Talk With’ webinar series

Who: Open to any student, especially Year 10 to 12, interested in obtaining more information about the campuses, courses and opportunities available at ACU. A great opportunity to hear from current students, staff and graduates.

When: Webinars commence in April 2023 will cover Teaching (18), Business and IT (27) and Criminology and Law (18) with others in the Health and services sector scheduled for September and October. 

More info: See ACU events page for more info. Specific registration info is as follows,

• Teachers click here
• Criminologists and Lawyers click here
• Business and IT click here

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 Catholics Magazine Media Internship Program 

Who: Open to students in Year 10 and 11 who have an interest in writing, photography and digital journalism.

When: Entry to open now and closes Friday 17 March, 2023, with the program running online from 8-12 May for successful applicants.

More info: Media internship program (australiancatholics.com.au)

Successful applicants will join the rest of our guest editorial team and our staff via teleconference throughout the week to plan, workshop and write articles for the Spring edition. There is no cost for students to participate in the program. 

They will have the chance to learn how a magazine edition is developed, engaging in the creative thinking and planning that begins the process. We ensure they understand all the elements that bring together a publication, as well as giving them specific focus as they produce their own articles for publication.

In addition, the students will have the opportunity to attend presentations from journalists and other media professionals. These will include experienced editors and journalists working in the field; younger media professionals currently finding their creative voice in the industry; and perspectives from visual media professionals who know how to tell compelling stories with a range of technology.

What: Australian College of Nursing – Nursing and Health Expo 

Who: Individuals interested in the nursing and health careers and pathways

When: Saturday 1 April 2023, Melbourne Convention Centre

More info: www.acn.edu.au/events/nursing-health-expo

What: AIT Information Evening

Who/When/More Info: AIT offers courses in games design, games programming, 2D and 3D animation, film, interior design, and mobile app development. The Institute is running an information evening at their Melbourne campus on Tuesday 4 April between 5.30pm – 8pm. For information and to register, visit 

www.ait.edu.au/upcoming-events 

What: Box Hill Institute Talk and Tour

Who: Students keen on learning more about what one can study at Box Hill Institute.

When: Tuesday 28 March, 4-7pm, Box Hill Campus and Thursday 30 March, 4-7pm, Lilydale Campus

More info: Register for one or both events at Box Hill Talk & Tours 2023. This provides an opportunity to discuss with teachers and course experts everything they want to know about how Box Hill Institute can help them become a professional in some of Victoria’s most in-demand careers. 

Students will also have a rare chance to tour the on-campus labs, studios, workshops, retail outlets, restaurants and. By attending on-campus, students will also have the opportunity to win a new Student Study Pack containing Apple goodies valued at over $4K!   

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: Charles Sturt University Explore Days

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

When: Commence 21 March 2023 at Wagga Wagga Campus 

More info: https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events/explore-day 

What: Collarts Winter Workshops

Who/When/More info: Collarts will once again open its doors during the winter holidays for High School students in year 10, 11 and 12. We will have up to 15 practical workshops on offer on July 1 and 2, across all study areas at Collarts! 

Tickets will go on sale at the end of March: www.collarts.edu.au/holidayworkshops 

What: Deakin University Future Students Campus Tours

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

When/More info: April School Holidays 

Melbourne Burwood Campus Wednesday 12 and Thursday 20 April General, Accommodation, Arts & Education, Business & Law, Health, and Science Engineering & Built Environment toursGeelong Waurn Ponds Campus Thursday 13 and Wednesday 19 April General, Accommodation, Arts & Education, Health, and Science Engineering & Built Environment toursGeelong Waterfront Campus Tuesday 18 AprilGeneral & Accommodation toursWarrnambool Campus Monday 17 April General/ Accommodation combined tours

Tours will be departing daily from 9:00 am until 3:00pm. To find out more information about the Deakin Campus Tours and to register to attend, please visit www.deakin.edu.au/discover-deakin 

What: Deakin Forensic Detective Program

Who/When/More info: The Forensic Detective program is designed for Year 9 and 10 students, giving them an opportunity to explore forensic science as a possible career choice. Students participate in an interactive 3-hour workshop in our science laboratories, giving students the chance to work in a real-life setting. 

Date: between 5–9 June 2023 (1-day event), 10am–2pm 

Registration https://www.deakin.edu.au/sebe/outreach/forensic-detective-program 

What: Defence Force Recruiting Presentation

Who: Open to any student interested in obtaining more information about the range of roles associated with the Air Force, Army and Navy.

When: Tuesday 14 March see Simon Careers Notices.

More info: Students interested in attending must email Mrs Elly Martin. Students unable to make this should check for other online events via www.defencejobs.gov.au/events 

The visiting ADF representatives will also be conducting an Army Reserves Information Session at RAAF Base East Sale on Tuesday 14th March at 6:00pm for parents, teachers, and the public if you would like to pass this on to anyone interested, students included. Please see attached flyer. Anyone interested can register using the link https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/events-detail/x9tb7y9

What: Defence HMAS Cerberus Open Day – Careers in the Navy

Who: Any student who believes they might have an interest in roles associated with the Navy.

When: Sunday 19 March 2023, 10:00am - 4:00pm, HMAS Cerberus - Main Entrance, Wilson Avenue HMAS Cerberus

More info: Registrations encouraged but not essential at HMAS Cerberus Open Day.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about the trade, communications, IT & intelligence, or leadership roles available in the Navy.  Students will meet current Navy personnel to receive expert insights and gain a first-hand account of their lives both on base and on board.  Students will also learn more about the training and ongoing opportunities for growth and development and see if a career in the Navy is for them. 

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: EducationUSA – US College and NYU Information Session

Who: Students (and their carers) with an interest in the prospect of studying in the US.

When: Tuesday 21 March, 6-7.30pm, Trinity Grammar School, Kew

More info: See attached flyer. Register by Tuesday 21 March 3pm, https://bit.ly/March21NYU 

What: Endeavour College of Health Online Information Sessions

Who/When/More Info: The College is located at Melbourne and offers higher education courses in: naturopathy, acupuncture, nutritional and dietetic medicine, myotherapy, complimentary medicine, and remedial massage (Diploma). The College is running online course information sessions in March. For information and to register your place, visit www.endeavour.edu.au/events/ 

What: Flight Academy Australia – Airline Pilot Workshop

Who: Students with an interest in exploring a career as an airline pilot

When: 12-13 April, 2023, Essendon Airport

More info: See the webpage for details and to register Airline Pilot Workshop » Flight Academy Australia (flyfaa.com.au) 

Over the two days you will receive:

• Career advice
• Training options
• Intro into aviation ground theory
• Log book
• 2 flight training lessons
• 30 minutes simulator time ( see flightdeckexperience.com.au )

What: Future Leaders Writing Prize

Who: Year 11 and 12 students in Australian secondary schools

When: Entries are open until 1 May 2023.

More info: Submit a piece of writing (800 to 1,000 words). The writing can be fiction or non-fiction and on any topic. The award winner will receive $1,000. Where there is more than one winner the prize money will be shared. The winners of the Future Leaders Writing Prize will have their work published. https://www.futureleaders.com.au/awards/Writing_Prize_2023.pdf

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: Monash Info Evening Webinar

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: Tuesday 7 March, 6.30pm – 8pm.

More info: Register for the event at Monash Information Evening: Webinar

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 MySci

Who: Students in Year 11 and 12 with an interest in science areas and Monash offerings.

When: 3 day camp in April school holidays, Wednesday 12 - Friday 14 April 2023, Monash Science Precinct, Clayton Campus Monash University

More info: This program schedule will cost $115 per student and will include:

• hands-on workshops
• access to our brilliant teaching facilities
• opportunity to meet some of our Research Scientists
• exposure to potential career pathways
• activities with the Young Scientists of Australia
• social activities

Register at MYSci 2023.

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: New York Film Academy Open Day

Who/When/More info: NYFA is located on the Gold Coast, Queensland. The Academy offers courses in filmmaking, screen writing and acting and has campuses across North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. They are running an open day on Saturday 15 April. For information and to register, visit www.nyfa.edu.au/nyfa-events/ 

What: PSC School Holiday Workshops

Who/When/More info: Special free event in April school holidays - Year 11 & 12 photography workshops

Wednesday 12 April 11am - 2pm: The 'mood & drama' studio portraiture workshop or

Thursday 13 April 11am - 2pm: The 'light & shade' studio still life workshop

Register here: PSC - Year 11 & 12 Photography Workshops

What: SAE Create for a Day Student Workshops

Who: Open to any student, especially Year 10 to 12, interested in exploring areas associated with Creative Arts including Animation, Audio, Design, Film, Games, Music Production and Songwriting.

When: Saturday 29 April, 10am – 3pm, Melbourne.

More info: Cost is $25 which includes lunch. Register via Eventbrite here.

What: The Science Experience 

Who: Year 9 and 10 students with an interest in science related careers.

When/More Info:

Each program is designed to provide students who have an interest in science with an opportunity to engage in a wide range of fascinating science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work. The following two programs are running in Victoria:

Marine & Freshwater Discovery Centre: 18 April, 3 places remaining.

Swinburne University of Technology: 28 – 30 June, 47 places remaining. 

For information on the programs and how to register, visit www.scienceexperience.com.au 

What: Spark Engineering (and STEM) Camp

Who: Year 10-12s with an interest in exploring universities, engineering and STEM courses, facilities and careers.

When/More info:

Spark Engineering Camp, a week-long camp held during the winter school holidays specifically for students in years 10-12 who face barriers to tertiary education, particularly further studies in STEM fields. 

To tell you a bit more about our camp:

• Past students of Spark have come from a diverse range of demographics, such as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, refugee, low SES, foster care, rural, or having special needs. 
• Students are awarded a full scholarship to stay at The University of Melbourne (Melbourne camp) or The University of Queensland (Brisbane camp) 
• Camp activities are designed to engage STEM-based skills and encourage team building,
• Students visit various university campuses to learn more about tertiary education and university life

By providing insight into engineering, belief in their potential and first-hand access to current university students during the week, Spark hopes to bridge the gap between school and further education. More information about us and what we do can be found on our website.

Information flyer is also attached.

What: TAFE Gippsland – Try it, like it, TAFE it, Taster Day

Who: Year 9 Students

When: Monday 8 May, 2023

More info: A hands-on experiential program designed for students in Year 9 (and some Year 10) who are thinking about what they may like to do at the conclusion of their secondary school studies. Interested students need to email Mrs Elly Martin emartin@mscw.vic.edu.au with their name and preferred Taster area from the list below by 1 March 2023.

What: University of Melbourne – Girl Power in Engineering and IT

Who: Open to Year 9 female students interested in exploring careers connected with science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

When: Applications for this program are open now. This is a four year program which commences in Year 9 with a highly engaging camp during the July school break at University of Melbourne, work experience in Year 10 and mentoring opportunities in Years 11 and 12.

More info: Including details and eligibility are available on the UoM website here.

What: University of Melbourne – Girl Programming Network

Who/When/More Info: Open to any female students interested in exploring careers and learning more about programming.

Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a programming pro, this free full day programming workshop is run by girls for girls.  These events are run one Saturday per term

Term 1: Sat 25 March, 2023

Term 2: Sat 6 May, 2023

Term 3: Sat 2 September, 2023

Term 4: Sat 14 October, 2023

Register here Girls' Programming Network Term 1 Workshop March 2023.

What: University of Melbourne – Hands on Engineering and IT

Who: Year 10s with an interest in Engineering, IT and Technology

When/More info: Introduce students to engineering and technology concepts and issues through our interactive workshops. Workshops in April are 12-14 April during the school holidays. There will also be another opportunity during the September school holidays (27 and 28 September). Students can participate in a full day of fun, free workshops. Register https://eng.unimelb.edu.au/engage-with-us/schools/hands-on

What: University of Melbourne – A Day at Melbourne

Who: Year 9 and 10 students to learn about courses at the university

When: Friday 20 April

More info: Save the date, details coming soon

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 Sydney 

Who: Future students events

When and More info: 

 Dubbo Medical Program | Wed 2 March 4:30-5pmFind out about our Doctor of Medicine delivered entirely at our Dubbo Campus. Learn why a regional and rural medical career could be for you.

Experience the Law | Wed 9 March 4-4:30pmExperience a day in the life of a law student and immerse yourself in an interactive case study.

University of Sydney Veterinary Science Degree | Wed 23 March 4-4:30pmHave you ever wondered what the day-to-day life of a veterinarian is like? And how you would become one? Join this session and learn about what veterinary medicine is about, what an average day of work might be like for a veterinarian and how you can pursue studies towards becoming a vet yourself.

Life of a Psychologist | Wed 6 Apr 4-4:30pmJoin this session to discover what studying psychology involves, what an average day for the different types of psychologists is and how you can pursue studies towards becoming one yourself.

What: VCE and Careers Expo 

Who: Open to all students, especially those studying VCE subjects

When: Saturday 6 May 2023

More info: www.vceandcareers.com.au 

What: Victorian Police Careers Expo 

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

When: Saturday 18 March 2023

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

What: William Adams Cat – Careers Open Day

Who: Students with an interest in learning more about the range of roles and opportunities at William Adams Cat.

When: Wednesday 22 March, 2023, 6pm, 25-27 Standing Drive, Traralgon

More info: Please use this link to RSVP.

Find out more about APPRENTICESHIP opportunities, as well as WORK EXPERIENCE and all of our many other opportunities in parts, sales and service. There will be a site tour where you can get up close to our Cat machines, a sausage sizzle and a door prize!

If you are not familiar with our business, we are the authorised Caterpillar dealership for Victoria and Tasmania, and we have 14 branches across both states, and employ over 650 people. To find out more about our business click here: https://www.williamadams.com.au/

What: Zonta Young Women in Public Affairs Award

Who: Women of age 16-19, who demonstrate evidence of the following, are eligible to apply: 

• Active commitment to volunteerism.
• Experience in local government, student government, or workplace leadership (paid or unpaid).
• Volunteer leadership achievements.
• Knowledge of Zonta International and its programs.
• Advocating in Zonta International's mission of empowering women worldwide.

When: Open now until 20 March 2023, to ensure you get your application to Club by required date.

More info: Young Women in Public Affairs Award (zonta.org)

The Young Women in Public Affairs Award is a Zonta International program funded by contributions to the Zonta Foundation for Women. Zonta International is a leading global organization of professionals empowering women worldwide through service and advocacy.

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:

• The Archibald Prize – this is Australia’s premier portrait painting competition, running for over 100 years. The winner receives a whopping $100,000 prize (plus smaller prizes available for the Packing Room Prize and People’s Choice). There’s also the 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. The top prize includes $30,000 and the addition of your work into the MGA’s collection.
• Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Awards – also known as NATSIAA, this is the country’s longest running and most prestigious Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award. Artists share in a total of $190,000 in prize money for works in several categories.
• ABR Elizabeth Jolley Short Story Prize – one of Australia’s leading prizes for original writing, worth $12,500.
• We the Makers Sustainable Fashion Prize – open to emerging professional designers working in sustainable fashion, entries go in the running to win a top prize of $10,000.

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