🎓Careers
What’s Happening in Careers?
It has been a productive start to the year in Careers Education, with students across Years 10–12 exploring their future pathways and developing a clearer understanding of post-school opportunities. The Careers team is focused on supporting students as they build awareness of university pathways, entry requirements and the steps needed to achieve their goals.
Year 10 – Introduction to Pathways
This week, Year 10 students completed the Introduction to Pathways module through Career Tools. This lesson focused on helping students understand that career pathways are flexible and that there are many different options available after school.
Students explored:
The range of post-school pathways, including university, TAFE, apprenticeships, traineeships and employment.
Qualification levels within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Labour market outcomes, highlighting the benefits of completing further education and training.
The flexibility of career pathways and how students can move between different options over time.
Students also investigated local TAFE campuses, university options, apprenticeships and Defence Force entry requirements to build their awareness of future opportunities.
Students are encouraged to continue accessing Career Tools at home via the Mazenod Careers website to complete any unfinished activities and continue exploring career options.
Year 11 – Careers Program Introduction
Year 11 students attended their first Careers sessions for 2026, where they were introduced to the Careers program and the support available throughout the year.
These sessions outlined:
The range of post-school pathways, including university, TAFE, apprenticeships and employment.
Opportunities to attend university presentations and career events.
The structure of Careers sessions and available support.
The importance of beginning to explore career interests and future goals.
Year 11 is an important preparation year, as students begin to clarify their pathway options and understand university entry requirements and future opportunities.
Year 12 – Individual Pathway Planning and Career Counselling
Year 12 students also attended their first Careers presentation for 2026, where they were introduced to the Careers program and the support available to them throughout their final year of school.
This session outlined:
The role of the Careers team in supporting students with pathway planning and decision-making.
An outline of the university application processes, including TISC applications, early offers, and alternative entry pathways – with further details to come.
Key milestones and deadlines students will need to meet throughout the year.
Students interested in competitive university courses such as Medicine were also provided with information about the UCAT, CASPer test, interview requirements and preparation timelines.
In addition, the Careers team has begun meeting individually with Year 12 students for career counselling and pathway planning sessions. These meetings focus on helping students clarify their intended pathway, understand entry requirements, and develop a structured plan for their transition beyond school.
All Year 12 students will meet individually with the Careers team to develop a clear and supported pathway plan for their post-school future.
Career Spotlight – Medicine Pathways in Western Australia
Medicine is one of the most competitive university pathways and requires strong academic performance, entrance testing, and interviews. In Western Australia, students can apply through either a direct undergraduate pathway at Curtin University or a postgraduate pathway through UWA and Notre Dame.
Curtin University offers direct entry Medicine from Year 12, with selection based on ATAR, UCAT performance, CASPer test results, and interview. UWA and Notre Dame offer postgraduate Medicine, where students first complete an undergraduate degree, commonly Biomedical Science, before applying to the Doctor of Medicine.
Key Dates – 2027 Medicine Intake (Current Year 12 Students)
UCAT ANZ Test
Registrations open:
3 March 2026
Registrations close:
15 May 2026
CASPer Test
Available test dates:
6 August 2026
13 September 2026
8 October 2026
TISC Applications
Applications close:
30 September 2026
Late applications are not accepted for Medicine.
Rural Pathway Applications
(if eligible)
Supplementary applications close on:
13 October 2026
Students interested in pursuing medicine are encouraged to speak with Mr Tuohy for individual guidance.
University Open Day Calendar 2026
Students and families are encouraged to attend university Open Days to learn more about courses and campus life.
ECU (Joondalup)
15 March
Get details HERE.
UWA
22 March
10:00am – 3:00pm
Murdoch (South Street)
28 March
10:00am – 3:00pm
Get details HERE
Curtin
29 March
10:00am – 3:00pm
Get details HERE.
ECU (Bunbury)
ECU South West, Bunbury
3 May
Get details HERE.
ECU (City)
9 August
Get details HERE.
Notre Dame
TBA
University Information – Good Universities Guide 2026
The Good Universities Guide Ratings 2026 is now available and provides valuable information to help students and families compare Australian universities.
The guide includes ratings on teaching quality, graduate employment outcomes, student support, skills development, and overall student satisfaction. This is an excellent resource to assist students researching university options.
Career Spotlight – STEM Careers in the Australian Defence Force
Students interested in STEM careers may wish to explore opportunities within the Australian Defence Force. The series Ultimate Classroom, available to stream on 10 Streaming, showcases Australian students completing real-world STEM challenges alongside Defence Force mentors.
The ADF offers a range of pathways, including fully or partially funded university degrees, technical training, and trade qualifications while earning a salary.
Students and families are encouraged to contact Mr Tuohy for individual careers and university pathway guidance.
Careers Newsletter
Here is your first Issue of In Focus Careers News for 2026.
There is plenty of news so please have a good read and enjoy!
Tyrone Tuohy
Careers Counsellor