Careers News

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

Items in the 11 October 2024 Career News include – 

• Dates to Diarise in Term 4
• Reminder: VTAC 2025 Upcoming Key Dates 
• New Streamlined Science Degree at Federation University
• Science and Global Studies Double Degree at Monash University
• New Commerce Major for 2025 at the University of Melbourne
• News from Deakin University
  • Casper Test Reimbursement
  • Pathways Finder
• Studying Science at RMIT University
• New City Campus of Flinders University
• Medical Imaging Courses in Victoria in 2024
• Snapshot of Kangan Institute in 2024 

Items in the 18 October 2024 Career News include –

• Dates to Diarise in Term 4
• Reminder: VTAC 2025 Upcoming Key Dates
• Reminder: Tax File Number requirement
• Low Income Health Care Card for Australian and PR Students
• How to be Successful in my First Year of Uni or TAFE?
• Useful Tips for Year 12 Graduates
• Useful links to Victorian Universities’ Student Support Services
• Links to University Clubs & Societies
• Useful Websites and Links
• Snapshot of Whitehouse Institute of Design in 2024

VTAC application reminders for Year 12 students:

• You must complete all compulsory course requirements for Year 12 applicants by the dates specified to ensure your application to that course will be considered – this may include additional admission requirements (eg. admission tests, interviews, auditions, folios or supplementary forms) and these are found in the course description on VTAC (click on the course link in your VTAC course preference list or find using VTAC CourseSearch).
• VTAC communicates directly with you about courses you have submitted (saved) in your preference list (including course requirements that must be met) via the message inbox in your VTAC account and to your email – check both regularly and after making any changes to your VTAC application. 
• Only paid VTAC course applications will be forwarded onto tertiary institutions to be considered for a course offer.
• You can continue to add, remove or reorder courses (except for early closing courses which cannot be added) in your VTAC course preference list up to 12noon on 14 December for first round offers on 23 December 2024 (see Change of Preference section at VTAC Important dates).
• New and Cancelled courses are listed on the VTAC website here.
• Utilise the VTAC resources section found on the ‘Home’ page of your VTAC account – directs you to their Help Centre and to sign up for VTAC email updates and reminders.
• Continue to read my posts in the Class of 2024 Careers channel on Teams to stay updated and refer to the VTAC app info tab which summarises the important info on applying via VTAC – students can contact me directly on Teams if still unsure about how to proceed.

REMINDER: VTAC information webinars for students and parents

Watch VTAC’s 2024 webinar recordings on Everything you need to know about applying for courses.

VTAC’s free webinars 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 and can find a list of upcoming webinars below and on the VTAC website here: www.vtac.edu.au/events. Recordings of these webinars will be uploaded to view on VTAC’s YouTube Channel.

Scholarship opportunities for Year 12s commencing tertiary study in 2025

VTAC Scholarships applications are now closed but Year 12s can still apply to Victorian scholarships offered by other organisations. Either by applying direct to the tertiary institution – you can find a list on the VTAC website here – or the Victorian Department of Education website lists other scholarship opportunities for Year 12s undertaking tertiary study in 2025. And visit the below Scholarships Guide document for a range of scholarships offered around Australia for students commencing tertiary study in 2025. Year 12s are encouraged to research these scholarship opportunities to check eligibility and be informed on the application process and deadlines.

Monash Clayton Campus Tour – Thursday 24 and Friday 25 October 

Join a Monash campus tour to see and experience all that Monash Clayton has on offer! Led by enthusiastic student ambassadors, come along to ask them questions and get a taste of life at Monash. With a tour duration of around 90 minutes, you will tour the outside of Monash buildings and explore the world-class campus. Click here to register for a Clayton campus tour.

Victoria Police: A Day in the Life of a Police Officer webinar – Thursday 24 October at 5:30pm

Victoria Police is hosting an online information session for members of the community who are interested in gaining insight into a 'Day in the Life' of a Police Officer in Victoria. Hear from current serving Victoria Police members about what is involved in their shifts, including night shift. Hear about all the different type of scenarios you may be faced with throughout your shift and what career progression options you have. The recruitment team will also be joining to touch briefly on the recruitment process and training at the Academy. There will also be an opportunity for you to partake in a Q&A session with the current members. Register here.

Melbourne Polytechnic Cyber Security online session – Monday 28 October at 5pm

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, this online information session will help you make an informed decision around your study and career options. Register here to find out more about the Certificate IV in Cyber Security course at Melbourne Polytechnic.

Defence Comms, IT & Intelligence Roles Information Session – 31 October at 6pm

Get connected with a future-focused career, using technologically advanced sensor and communication systems to keep the Australian Defence Force (ADF) in touch, informed and operating effectively. Join this upcoming ADF info session to hear from and speak with current serving personnel about Communications, IT and Intelligence careers in the ADF. Attendance for this event is in person or online. Go here for event details and to register.

REMINDER: Access ADFA On-Demand 

If you missed the Australian Defence Force Academy’s (ADFA) Virtual or Campus Open Day, highlights of the event are accessible on ADFA On Demand. You can access: 

• Interviews with Academics, Cadets and Alumni
• Q&A panels with Training Officers
• Info Sessions on Arts, Business, Computing and Cyber Security, Engineering and Science from UNSW
• ADFA Virtual Campus Tour

Explore ADFA On Demand to watch a range of pre-recorded interviews and presentations. Current Year 11 students should start thinking about applying to ADFA now for 2026. Students can start by choosing three job preferences from the many options available at ADFA. Then submit their university preferences to match. Read more about how the ADFA application process works and visit the Frequently Asked Questions. 

Science Gallery Melbourne STEAM Careers Forum: Future careers – recording now available

Each term Science Gallery Melbourne introduces students to inspiring people who work to solve some of our most pressing global and local challenges that we as a community face. Students hear not only about career journeys and industry connections, but how these professionals work across science, technology, engineering, arts and maths and use a range of transferable skills in the ways they work to make a difference in the world. The last STEAM Careers for the year focused on Future Careers and included industry experts from the rapidly growing space industry with panel members from the Plants for Space Australian Research Council Centre. You can now access the recording of this event using the below link and password.

Link:  https://melbourne.sciencegallery.com/careers-forum-future-careers 

Password: FutureCareers2024