Competitions, activities and events

What: ACU Revision Webinar Sessions

Who: Students studying Unit 3&4 studies of Biology, Psychology, Religion, Health & HD

When: 26 – 29 September, Online

More info: Details and registration here.

What: ADF Careers 2024

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: https://adfcareers.gov.au/events

What: Camp Seek

Who: Year 9 and 10 Girls and Non-binary young people

When and more info: Camp Seek is a STEM focussed learning and immersion program for Year 9 and 10 girls and non-binary young people (aged 14 – 16 years) taking place during the September school holidays. Participants will spend four days at SEEK HQ in Melbourne. 

Participants will learn from subject matter experts about their career journeys in tech, develop their coding, learn about real-world problem solving and put it all to use in a Create-a-Thon project with fellow Camp SEEKers. For information and to register your place, visit www.seek.com.au/camp-seek

What: Carlton College of Sport Info Session

Who: Senior students interested in the offerings, courses and pathways available through CCofS

When: Wednesday 4 September, Online (via MS Teams)

More info: Free, 1hr, online information session to provide you with the opportunity to learn more about the courses available, the placement opportunities, the pathways beyond studying at the Carlton College and also applications and entry requirements. Register via this link.

What: Deakin Campus Tours

Who: Students interested in Deakin offerings, especially those who might have missed Open Day.

When/More info: Monday 23 - Thursday 26 September 2024.

Students should complete the form at Campus Tours and choose the date and time that works best for them.

What: Engineers Australia and ADF Navy HMAS Cerberus Experience Day

Who: Students in Year 9 – 11 with an interest in engineering and defence roles

When: Tuesday 24 September, 2024 (NB: First week of school holidays)

More information: Any interested students need to discuss with their parent/guardian and complete the Expression of Interest Form 

This is a focussed visit covering Engineering in the Royal Australian Navy

• Tour of Royal Australian Navy vessels in dock
• Tour of key Engineering areas including Mechanical workshops
• Meet the many different “types” of Engineers working at HMAS Cerberus
• Engineering design process activity – task set by Royal Australian Navy
• Hosted lunch
• $33 per student, limited to 40 students

What: Ethos Sports and Education – Learning about sports scholarships

Who: Elite athletes – all sports

When: September 4, 2024 at 6pm, online.

More info: Register in advance for this webinar:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3cjHDrZpQiOQUcS81GLTvQ

This webinar provides potential recruits with great information on how to manage the process, even if they are interested in doing the process on their own and will discuss many aspects of this journey and all of the various pathways that can be taken after graduation, including university, pro pathways, and careers in the sport industry and much more.

We have recently expanded our offerings to not only include our full service packages (for any budget), but also have a new DIY kit that is $99 USD, which includes a free pre-assessment with example universities for those to manage the process on their own.  As former educators, mentors and coaches, our goal with Ethos Sports and Education was always to empower young people and provide the tools for a successful recruiting process.

What: Federation University Experience Days

Who: Students in Year 10 and 11 interested in getting some experience opportunities at Federation University, Gippsland

When: Tuesday 22 October and Thursday 24 October (Year 11s only)

More info: Lunch and transport will be provided. Sessions covered will include a combination of  Occupational Therapy, Speech, Physio, Sports Science, Arts, Psychology, Social Work, Community Services, History, Education, Science, IT, Engineering, Business, Accounting, Nursing/Midwifery. Students interested in participating need to email Elly Martin emartin@mscw.vic.edu.au with their preferred areas of interest by 2 September 2024.

What: GTLC Domestic Building Course

Who: Young people aged 17-25, with an interest in the domestic building industry 

When: 9 day course commencing Tuesday 10 September 2024

More info: this course will cover basic accredited training and non-accredited training to get participants work ready to apply for domestic building industry opportunities. What is covered?

White Card, Safe work at heights, Confined Spaces, Provide First Aid, Effective communication,

Employability skills Industry Language, Basic hand-tools.

Please contact Elly Martin if interested in applying.

What: Japanese Short Film Competition – Video Matsuri Contest

Who: Students with an interest in Japanese culture and media creation.

When: Open now until 27 September

More info: You will produce a video (3mins or new 60Sec category) that the signature item for 2024, bicycle (じてんしゃ) https://bit.ly/2BaMqWY 

What: Latrobe Uni Outdoor Ed Camp

Who: Year 10 to 12 students keen on an outdoor and bushwalking adventure in the Grampians

When and More info: Year 10–12s that love the outdoors can join La Trobe’s Outdoor and Sustainability Education team for 5 days of bushwalking in the Grampians from 30 September–4 October. See the linked flyer.

What: Latrobe Uni Campus Tours

Who: If students missed Open Day or are keen to visit the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus again, they can book in for a campus tour these school holidays.

When: 10am and 12pm on 24 and 25 September Latrobe Bundoora

More info: Register Here

What: Macquarie Year 12 Webinar – Transitioning to Uni

Who: Year 12 students and their carers/family

When: Wednesday 11 September, 6-7pm online

More info: Macquarie Uni Team will be sharing some insights and providing tips and tricks on how to make the transition not only smooth, but fun! 

All sessions are recorded for easy access and reference for anyone who has registered. Register here.

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 Sessions

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: Details and Register Here

What: Monash VCE Revision Sessions 2024 

Who: Year 11 and 12 students studying Unit 3&4 Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Maths Methods.

When: September School Holidays.

More info: Monash VCE Revision Sessions 

What: Monash William Cooper Indigenous Spring Camp

Who: Indigenous Year 10 – 12 students interested in aspiring to further study at university and possibly Monash.

When: September Holidays

More info: Spring camp - William Cooper Institute - Monash University

What: Myli September School Holiday Events

Who, When and More info: Varies

Registrations Open 9 September – Click here for more details 

• Neerim South – Foil Art 21 September
• Warragul – Footy Flag Making 21 September

Plus activities associated with the 2024 Victorian Youth Fest – Click here for more details

Victorian Youth Fest is a month-long celebration in September across Victoria that recognises the contribution and achievements of young people, aged 12 to 25 in their communities. 

What: National Youth Science Forum

Who: Year 11 students with a passion for Science

When: Apply now for 2025

More info: This is a two-week on-site and digital program where students are immersed in hands-on science activities, lab experiments, field trips and meet researchers who are leaders in their field. In-person STEM visit days and events will be held over a week of the program at major city hubs across the country, enabling students to meet each other and network with like-minded peers. The program will be held during January 2025. www.nysf.edu.au 

What: Newman College Online Info Session

Who: Students interested in residential accommodation connected with tertiary study at UoM, ACU and RMIT

When/More info: Newman College Online Information Session via Microsoft Teams Thursday, 5 September 2024, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Please confirm your attendance and the name of your school by Wednesday, 28 August by clicking on the following link

What: Parliament of Victoria EOI Work Experience 2025

Who: Current Year 9 students

More info: Expressions of interest to complete a work experience placement at the Parliament of Victoria in terms 1 and 2, 2025 are now open.  Please encourage interested students to visit our website and lodge an expression of interest via the online link:  https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/teach-and-learn/work-experience/

Students can choose between two programs, Sitting and Services, and placements are open to students in Victorian schools who are residents of Victoria, and are 15 years or over at the time of the placement.  We endeavour to choose students from a mixture of government, independent, and Catholic schools, from metropolitan and regional areas, and of all gender identities.   

Parliamentary Sitting placements provide the opportunity to see the law-making process up close. Students will go behind the scenes with the staff who directly support Parliament sittings, to get a deeper understanding of our democratic processes.

Parliamentary Services placements offer a variety of opportunities that can be matched with a broad range of student interests and career goals, including business operations, facilities management and maintenance, broadcast (Hansard), and hospitality (kitchen).

What: Photography Studies College School Holiday Workshops

Who: Year 12 students 

When: Photography Studies College 37 - 47 Thistlethwaite St, South Melbourne

• Tuesday 24 September 1-5pm 
  SCREEN & MEDIA: "Make Your Own Video Commercial In Our Studio"
• Wednesday 25 September 2-5pm

STUDIO EXPERIENCE: "Fashion Photography With UEDA Fashion School"More info: Year 12 Students will feel the buzz of being in our state of the art photography studio! They will experiment and explore creative visual approaches and work as a team in small groups! There will be tips and tricks on using lights, directing models, creating content, editing and SO much more! AND -  we’ll finish with image reviews from our team of photography professionals.

Don’t miss out on this special FREE event! please share with your students to register now in their workshop of choice.  

What: Plan Your Own Enterprise Competition

Who: Any secondary student at a registered Australian secondary school

When: Open now and closes 13 September 2024.

More info: Involves creation of an idea for a small business and an associated business plan. Free to enter, great prizes, group and individual entry categories. More details 

What: Richmond Institute Info Sessions

Who: Students interested in opportunities at Richmond Institute Dual Diploma

When: 9, 23, 24, 30 September

More info: 

What: RMIT student for a day

Who: Students keen to get a glimpse of what it’s really like to study on a university campus. You’ll discover what student life looks and feels like when you experience RMIT.

When: Tuesday 24 September 2024, 10.30am – 3.30pm, Melbourne City Campus.

More info: Attending students will be able to take part in a choice of hands-on workshops and campus activities that match their passions or relate to their dream course. Find out more and reserve a spot at RMIT Student for a Day - RMIT University.

What: Rural Biz Online Ag Careers Expo

Who: Anyone interested in careers in agriculture

When: Tuesday 10 September from 11am – 1pm

More info: A great line-up of guest speakers from Primary Industries Education Foundation Australia (PIEFA), AgCAREERSTART, Agriculture Jobs Auswide and more.

The Expo will explore the types of roles and job opportunities available for young people, skills and qualifications sought after in the industry, job diversity and career progression, sustainability and innovation, and some of the education pathways currently on offer.

This is a free event and we encourage you to register now.

Student interested in attending must email Elly Martin emartin@mscw.vic.edu.au  by Tuesday 5 September.

What: Rural Biz 2025 Calendar Photo Competition

Who: Any students with a passion for photography and agriculture

When: Open now until 20 October 2024

More info: 2025 Calendar Theme is “Faces of Farming” and aims to highlight the true hearts behind Australian agriculture. Recognising their contributions towards ensuring food and fibre continues to be produced for the millions around the world. The farmers, families, friends, employees, seasonal workers, supporting businesses, communities and the animals, all of whom work behind the scenes and often around the clock - the life blood of the land. This is a fantastic opportunity to show off your great eye for capturing the faces of agriculture and the story that lies behind the scenes.And there are some great prizes up for grabs. Full details on guidelines and prizes are available here

What: Soil Week Australia Healthy Soils Competition

Who: Year 7-10 Students with an interest in Science, Soil, Agriculture, Climate Change, Conservation and creative solutions to real world problems.

When: Open now until 30 September 2024

More info: healthy soil plays a key role in our food security, health, clean water, eco services and climate. Yet healthy soil is an underrated resource. To enter this competition, simply come up with a compelling way to explore the wonderful world of healthy soil and highlight why it's so important to agriculture and climate. Be creative! You can enter in any digital format. Prizes for the entrant and for their school. Details here.

What: Swinburne – A Day in the Life of a Swinburne Student Experience

Who: Year 10 – 12 students interested in experiencing Swinburne’s offerings

When: Tuesday 24, Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 September at Hawthorn Campus

• 24 September 2024: A Day in the Life of a Swinburne Engineering and Science Student
• 25 September 2024: A Day in the Life of a Swinburne Media, Education and Creative Student
• 26 September 2024: A Day in the Life of a Swinburne Business and Law Student and 

A Day in the Life of a Swinburne Health and Psychology Student

More info: With nine different study areas to choose from, hands-on workshops, informative presentations and more, your students won’t want to miss out. Last year’s sessions filled up fast, so make sure your students register now so they can secure a place in their preferred workshops.

Each day covers different study areas so your student can get a firsthand glimpse of what their uni experience might be like – including engineering, science, media, education, creative, business, law, health and psychology. Save a Spot here.

What: STEM Zone VCE Revision Workshops

Who: Open to any student, especially Year 10 to 12, who is studying Unit 3&4 Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Physics, Math Methods.

When: September, St Pauls, Warragul.

More info: Cost is $80. Bookings required and numbers are limited. Check VCE Revision | STEM Zone

What: TAFE Gippsland Transition and Work Education Open Day

Who: Students (and their family/carers) exploring foundation and transition course options with TAFE Gippsland.

When: Tuesday 15 October, 9:30am – 2:20pm, TAFE Gippsland, Traralgon Campus

More info: To register your attendance please call or email Gabrielle Durand on 

0457 264 396 or GDurand@tafegippsland.edu.au

What: Tax, Super and You Competition

Who: students in Year 7–12, we want you to unleash your creativity and find a new way to tell us about tax and super.

When: Open now until 27 September

More info: https://www.taxsuperandyou.gov.au/competition 

This competition will not only give you an insight into the value of tax and super, but you have the chance to win a share of $12000 in prizes. It is free to enter. 

What: UTAS Feed Your Mind, Feed the World Camp

Who: Year 11 and 12 students with an interest in agricultural sciences

When: 3 – 5 December 2025, North West Tasmania

More info: Free agricultural experience for students to learn how science is solving real world challenges. Feed Your Mind, Feed The World | University of Tasmania (utas.edu.au)

What: University of Melbourne – SWOT Week

Who: Students studying U3&4 studies

SWOT Week is a biannual VCE revision program run by the Student Welfare Outreach Program (SWOT) at the University of Melbourne with the aim of providing opportunities for VCE Unit 3/4 students from underrepresented schools in Victoria. 

The interactive session will complement your studies, providing you with resources and guidance from top VCE graduates. This is also a chance for you to experience university life and meet peers from around Victoria. A full description of each of the sessions is provided in the lesson summary document.

All the links you need for SWOT Week can be found at our linktree here or go to https://linktr.ee/swot.week which includes:

• The registration link to purchase tickets
• A link to the timetable and lesson summaries, detailing what will be covered in each lesson
• A link to the FAQs
• The links for any resources you need before the session (to be uploaded one week before the start of SWOT Week)
• A link to receive our resources for free if you cannot attend SWOT Week

Event details:

• Date: 23rd September - 27th of September
• Time: Check the timetable in the linktree above
• Location: The University of Melbourne, Parkville Campus (Sidney Myer Asia Building)
• Subjects offered at Units 3/4: Biology, Chemistry, English, General Mathematics, Legal Studies, Mathematical Methods, Psychology and Specialist Mathematics 

Price: $2 per session for subjects. If you require financial support for purchasing tickets, you can contact swotswcoordinator@muhi.org.au for further information

How to register: Click hereor go to https://events.humanitix.com/end-of-year-swot-week-2024/tickets. For more information, please see the attached FAQs by going to the linktree. 

Session resources will be sent the week after the conclusion of SWOT Week to your registered email address.

• If you cannot attend SWOT Week, you can still receive our revision resources — please see the linktree for a link to the resource subscription form . The resources will be sent to you for free approximately the week after the conclusion of SWOT Week.

What: Victorian Police Info Sessions 

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

When: School Leaver Session 4 October (VPC) and a variety of sessions online

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

What: VTAC Student Information Webinars

Who: Senior students, especially Year 12s and their parent/carer

When/More Info:

What: Young Endeavour 

Who: Youth aged 16-23 interested in experiencing a sailing adventure. 

When: Applications are open now with new 2024/2025 voyage dates, sailing in New South Wales, Queensland and Victorian waters. 

More info: including dates, application info www.youngendeavour.gov.au. Financial assistance is available to eligible candidates.