Wantirna College Newsletter

Careers News

Reminders and upcoming events:

UMAT

‘INSIDE MONASH’ seminars

  • June: 5th Medicine & Biomedical Science; June 14th  Business;
  • Aug 15th Music,
  • Aug 31st Education; Science and Careers;
  • Register: www.monash.edu/inside-monash

EARLY ACHIEVERS PROGRAM (ACU)

VICTORIAN INDIGENOUS ENGINEERING WINTER SCHOOL

HEALTH INFORMATION SESSIONS AT DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

PASSIONATE ABOUT SCIENCE?

DISCOVER DESIGN AT SWINBURNE

WHAT ABOUT FOODS, TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND EVENTS?

MONASH UNIVERSITY NEWS

GIRLS ‘DISCOVER THE WORLD OF ENGINGEERING AND IT’

 Do you enjoy solving problems and enjoy maths and science? Would you like to attend practical workshops and have the chance to meet current female engineering university students? If yes, then you are encouraged to attend. When: 9.45am-3.30pm, Thurs 6 July; Who: Year 10 girls; Where: Monash university; Register: www.monash.edu/discover-eng-it (lunch and morning tea provided).

 

MONASH ART, DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE (MADA) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR 2018

There are some changes to 2018 entry requirements to art, design and architecture undergraduate courses, relevant to the B. Visual Arts, B. Art History and Curating, B. Communication Design, B. Industrial design, B. Architecture, and B. Interior Architecture. Students no longer have to prepare a folio, complete a pre-selection activity, or participate in an interview. Admission will based on ATAR only. There is no change for the process for the single degree of the B. Fine Art – applicants will still need to prepare a folio and participate in an interview. Questions: Ph 9903 1517, email mada@monash.edu.

 

SCHOOL HOLIDAY SCIENCE PRECINCT TOURS

 If you would like a closer look at the new Monash science facilities and learning spaces, get a feel for campus life, and chat with current students, then book in. When: 11am - 12 noon on several days in the July school holidays; Register: www.monash.edu/science/about/events.  

 

INDIGENOUS STUDENT EXPERIENCE MONASH DAY

 This is an opportunity for school students to get a hands-on experience of what Monash has to offer. There will be interactive sessions where participants will be able to select areas of study in they are interested. Activities will be offered by the faculties of Arts, Business and Economics, Education, Engineering, IT, Law, Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, and Science. Meet staff and current students, and find out about support available to Indigenous students. The event will be hosted by Yulendj – Indigenous Engagement Unit. When: 10am-2pm, Thurs 27 July (includes lunch); Where: Robert Blackwood Hall, Monash Clayton; Register by 7 July to kristel.keleher@monash.edu, 9905 8699.

 

WORLD RANKING FOR PHARMACY AND PHARMACOLOGY

The 2017 QS World University Rankings by Subject have placed Monash second in the world for pharmacy and pharmacology. This means that Monash continues to be number one in Australia and in the Asia Pacific region. To find out why, Monash is introducing online information sessions for undergraduate courses. VCE revision lectures are also available in biology and chemistry. Find out more by registering at www.monash.edu/pharm/about/events.

DEAKIN NEWS

TRANSFORM, CONNECT AND EXPLORE YOUR FUTURE

 ‘Deakinspire’ is a day where you can transform, connect and explore your future. It’s all about empowering you to reach your potential and inspire you with exciting ideas of how your future could look. You will hear innovative, entrepreneurial and creative stories from students, alumni and staff, attend two workshops, and learn how to stand out from the crowd and get ready for the jobs of tomorrow. When: Burwood campus: Tues 4 July; Geelong campus: Thurs 6 July; Register: www.deakin.edu.au/deakinspire. 

UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE NEWS

ACHIEVING VCE EXCELLENCE

The Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne is offering its VCE Winter School for Years 10-12 VCE students.  There will be lectures, seminars and tutorials in five VCE subjects. When: 11 & 12 July – History Revolutions, 12 July – Australian History, 13 July – Italian & French, 15 & 16 July – Literature. Register: http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/engage/extended-and-community-learning-programs/vce-programs-and-kits/vce-winter-school-2017.

LA TROBE UNIVERSITY NEWS –

INTERESTED IN CYBERSECURITY?

Considering recent events, this degree may well be of interest to some of those thinking of a career in IT. As we know, cybercrime is now a widespread threat and a mainstream concern that can only be combated by highly-skilled specialists. La Trobe’s Bachelor of Cybersecurity is a brand new degree that addresses the global shortage of cybersecurity professionals and prepares you with skills across IT, business, law, policy and strategic communication. It covers the history of hacking, the methods used to defend and protect against malicious cyber threats and the techniques used to manipulate individuals to access confidential information online. More info: www.latrobe.edu.au/courses/cybersecurity.

 

INTERESTED IN POLITICS, PHILOSOPHY AND ECONOMICS (PPE)?

La Trobe university offers a degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics, covering all of these interrelated disciplines. It is  suitable for those wanting to improve the world, those interested in words and numbers, and who perhaps wish to, or have already, travelled the world.  A Diploma of Languages can be studied along with the degree, and a workplace internship is included in third year. The degree is ideal for those interested in public policy and how social and economic change occurs, or who want a better understanding of how we can respond to the challenges facing society.  

NEWS FROM AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY (ACU)

UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE

 ACU is again hosting ‘University Experience’ days. These are an opportunity for Year 10-12 students to try some courses and hear from current students. You will be able to attend two workshops of your choice and visit the campus. Parents can join in their own session in the morning if they wish. Students can choose from nursing, midwifery, business, paramedicine, education, physiotherapy, psychology, public health, exercise science, theology and lots more! When: Melbourne campus: Tues 4 July; Ballarat campus: Tues 11 July; Information and bookings: www.acu.edu.au/uni-experience.

 

NEW BACHELOR OF TEACHING/BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Science and mathematics are key teaching areas in high demand, with strong employment opportunities and career prospects for graduates. This year ACU introduced this four-year double degree that equips graduates with the skills and knowledge required to teach in government, independent and Catholic secondary schools across the sub-discipline areas of biology, chemistry and environmental science.  For more information see: Bachelor of Teaching/ Bachelor of Science.

 

WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ADOLESCENT ISSUES?

Presented by ACU’s Counselling and Psychology staff (practitioners and researchers), this Webinar series for parents covers several issues. When: 19 June – Cyberbullying; 24 July – Body image and weight; 15 September Career planning panel, all 6.30-7.30pm; Register online at www.acu.edu.au/psychologywebinars.

 

INTERESTED IN A CAREER WITH ANIMALS?

If yes, then ‘Keeper for a Day’ is for you. Zoos Victoria is a place full of passionate conservationists committed to providing a safe place for species in the future. You can discover what it’s like to work at Healesville Sanctuary and become a Keeper for the Day. Heading behind the scenes, you will get a hands-on experience of what it’s like to work as a zoo keeper. When: 9.30am-3.30pm, July 4, 11 & 12; Cost: $115.00; Book: 9340 2788 or see https://www.zoo.org.au/healesville/whats-on/keeper-for-a-day. There is a similar program at Werribee Open Range Zoo – see: https://www.zoo.org.au/werribee/whats-on/keeper-for-a-day.

 

Compiled by: m.walker

Phil Newnham

Careers Coordinator