Careers News

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

Items in the 14 August 2026 Career News include –

• Dates to Diarise in Term 3
• ACU: Missing Prerequisites for Allied Health or Education?
• University of Sydney: Academic Excellence Scheme
• Bachelor of Social Work at Federation University
• News from Deakin University
  • Deakin Uni Ready Program
  • Revised Business and Commerce Degrees
• Media, Communication & Journalism Degrees in Victoria in 2026
• Snapshot of The University of Otago (NZ) in 2026 
• Dates to Diarise in Term 3
• Monash University Access Scheme and Scholarship Webinar
• News from La Trobe University
  • Study Cybersecurity at La Trobe
  • Nexus Program
• Should I study Biomedicine or Science at Melbourne?
• Education and Teaching at Deakin
• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) at RMIT
• Career as a Data Scientist
• Medical Imaging Courses in Victoria in 2026
• Snapshot of Macquarie University in 2026 

Items in the 21 August 2026 Career News include –

REMINDER: Tertiary institution Open Days running up to early September

Attending Open Day events is highly recommended for Year 12 students planning to undertake tertiary study. They provide unique and valuable opportunities to explore tertiary course options and their graduate outcomes, learn more about courses of interest from academics and current tertiary students, whilst checking out the tertiary institution's facilities and services. 

Any student considering tertiary study in the next few years is encouraged to attend Open days – they are a great investment of your time and preparing beforehand will see you benefit the most from your Open day experience. See the below document for a list of 2026 Open days and advice on ‘Getting the most out of an Open Day’.

REMINDER: VTAC information webinars for students and parents

VTAC is running free webinars to assist both applicants and the school community in understanding various topics relevant to making a VTAC application. Those supporting a Year 12 student during the VTAC application period are encouraged to attend. A list of upcoming webinars with links to register can be found on the VTAC website here: www.vtac.edu.au/events. After each webinar, the recordings will be uploaded to view on VTAC’s YouTube Channel.

VTAC Parents & Caregivers Guide 

Are you currently supporting a person who is considering tertiary education? VTAC’s online Parents & Caregivers Guide provides parents and carers with clear information, practical advice, and helpful resources to build their understanding of the VTAC application process. It explains each stage of applying through VTAC and offers guidance and tips to help you support your young person throughout the application journey.

BDO’s High School Leaver Program information session – Tuesday 25 August at 7:30pm

Join BDO Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CA ANZ) to discover a different way to start your career. BDO’s High School Leavers Program offers students the opportunity to step straight into a full-time permanent role, earn an income, gain real-world experience and complete the CA ANZ Fundamentals Pathway at the same time, without going to university.

In this free online information session, you'll learn how students can build professional skills, work towards becoming a Chartered Accountant with a recognised qualification and start their careers from day one. 

Register here to find out about:

• How the High School Leavers Program works
• The types of roles available at BDO and what participants do day to day
• The CA ANZ Fundamentals Pathway and how students combine work and study
• The support available, including funded study, study leave, mentoring and professional development
• The benefits of earning an income while gaining practical experience
• How this pathway differs from the traditional university experience.

ADF Trade Careers Virtual Information Session – Thursday 27 August 

Apply your existing trade skills or receive world-class training in order to work with formidable military assets and enjoy the many benefits of a career in the Australian Defence Force. To find out more about available trade roles, attend this upcoming info session and speak with current serving personnel. It is highly recommended you book as soon as possible to avoid missing out as places are strictly limited! For event details and to register click here.

REMINDER: Monash Information Evening webinar – Tuesday 1 September at 6:30pm

Choosing a university is a big decision. Join this upcoming Monash webinar to have your questions answered and get the key details you need to plan your next step. 

You'll discover what it's like to study at Monash, and hear about our courses, accommodation, scholarships, support services and campus life. You'll also gain insights about moving to Monash and settling in. 

This session is ideal if you’re:

• Considering moving from interstate, or
• From regional or rural Victoria, or
• Live in Melbourne and are keen to know more about Monash.

Register here to secure your place.

Chadstone Careers Expo 2026 – Wednesday 2 September, 1:30pm to 5pm

Chadstone and Holmesglen Institute are excited to host a Careers Expo to promote employment opportunities at Chadstone. Many companies will be present on the day to meet with candidates and talk about current job opportunities.

Who should attend

Open to job seekers aged 15+ who are legally permitted to work in Australia: students, school leavers, graduates, career changers and experienced job seekers are all welcome.

Event details

The event will be held in 2 bookable sessions:

Session 1 – 1:30pm to 3:00pm

Session 2 – 3:30pm to 5:00pm

Venue: Chadstone Shopping Centre, Vicinity Tower foyer (LXD Lounge)

Can't interview with everyone in person?

Use our Digital Resume Submission Wall to scan the QR codes on the day to submit your resume directly to participating retailers you're interested in.

On the day

Bring your resume along on the day, digitally or in hardcopy. As this is a real interview opportunity, business or professional attire is required for entry, besides school uniform.

Go here to book your free ticket to attend your preferred session. Entry without a ticket is not guaranteed. 

REMINDER: ACU Guarantee (early offer program) - applications close 14 September

The ACU Guarantee is an early offer program designed to help Year 12 students secure a place at ACU before sitting their final exams. While successful applicants must still complete their Year 12 exams, you can do so secure in the knowledge that your marks from Year 11 meet the entry requirements. You may also enhance your selection rank by including short personal statements that give ACU an insight into your personal circumstances and motivation for university study.

Interested students are to: Visit the ACU Guarantee website to view the application timeline, courses excluded, and webinar recording giving advice on how to apply. Carefully follow the instructions provided on Applying to the ACU guarantee and take note that Victorian students need to complete and upload this supplementary assessment form – this requires the student to ask our Principal, Ms Mackin to enter their results and sign the completed form before they can upload it. Students need to make this request by 1 September to allow enough time for this to be completed. Applications close Monday 14 September 2026. 

Study Work Grow guides for Year 12 students and their families

Gap Year Guide – This guide is designed to support students who are considering taking a gap year and help them plan for it effectively. It includes a range of resources that can be printed or completed digitally to assist students with budgeting, goal setting and planning for their gap year. The guide covers:

• What a gap year is
• Whether a gap year is right for you
• The benefits of a gap year
• Steps to plan and fund your gap year
• Gap year options and inspiration
• What comes next

Accommodation Guide – Leaving home to study can feel daunting for school leavers. This guide to student accommodation for those commencing study in 2027 has been designed to make choosing where to live easier. It provides everything students need to know to get started and find accommodation that suits them.