Careers Update
What’s been happening
Congratulations to new SBAT Student – Jasmine
Congratulations to Jasmine de W (Year 11) who signed up and commenced her Head Start school-based apprenticeship (SBAT) with employer Little Acorns Childcare Centre, Frankston on 10/06/2026 and is now completing her Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
The Head Start program will support Jasmine as she embarks on her SBAT journey commencing her qualification certificate, attending work with her employer, and also working towards completing her VCE VM studies at school. Faith Kisby, Head Start Coordinator, and the Head Start team, wish Jasmine all the best as she pursues her chosen career pathway.
For further information about the Head Start program, please see the website and short video:
http://www.vic.gov.au/headstart About Head Start – 3 minute video
Faith Kisby (Head Start Coordinator)
Upcoming events
ACU
Discover ACU Melbourne: Allied Health, Biomedical Science and Sports Science
Tuesday 7 July 9.45am – 12pm
Discover ACU Melbourne: Law, Criminology and Business
Wednesday 8 July 9.45am – 12pm
Discover ACU Melbourne: Teaching and Education
Wednesday 8 July 9.45am – 12pm
Discover ACU Melbourne: Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine
Tuesday 30 June 9.45am – 12pm
News from Monash University
Monash Fine Art, Design and Architecture Experience Days
Gain a better understanding of different art mediums, design thinking approaches, and architecture studios through our hands-on experience days at the Monash Caulfield campus. Students will find out what it's like to be a student for a day, meet the university staff and explore the workshop spaces Monash students get to work in.
| Fine Art Folio-building | Tuesday 30 June, 10.00am - 3.00pm |
| Design Workshop - Designing for Good | Wednesday 1 July, 9.30am – 11.30pm |
| Architecture Making Workshop | Wednesday 1 July, 12.00pm – 1.30pm |
Find out more and register at Experience day workshops - Art, Design and Architecture.
Monash Business Explorer
Business Explorer gives you hands-on experience in the world of business. Through interactive games, quizzes and case studies, you get to discover the world of start-ups, brands, stock markets and more!
VCE students have the option to choose three taster sessions in accounting, banking and finance, economics, analytics, entrepreneurship, management, and marketing to experience on the day.
Date: Wednesday 1 July 2026
Times: 9.00am – 3.00pm
Location: Monash University Caulfield Campus
Registration is essential by Monday 15 June at 2pm – Register now! https://www.monash.edu/business/business-explorer
Science Precinct Tours
If students would like to take a closer look and see where they could be studying after Year 12, this is a great chance to visit the brilliant science facilities and student spaces. Get a feel for campus life and have a chat with some of our science students and staff.
Dates: Tuesday 7 July 10.00am – 12.00pm OR Thursday 9 July 10.00am – 12.00pm
Where: Monash Science Precinct, Clayton Campus
Find out more or book a spot at Monash Science Precinct Tours 2026
RMIT Tech & Trades Day 2026
Explore next-level workshops at RMIT's Tech and Trades Experience Day in the July school holidays. Walk in the shoes of a student for a day and experience what it's like to learn an IT, tech, or trade course.
Experience RMIT first-hand with practical tasters from its tech and trades courses. On the day, students will enjoy:
- In-person workshops led by RMIT teachers, using the same tools and facilities our students train with
- Opportunities to chat with teachers and current students and ask questions about studying at RMIT
- Catered lunch, with options to suit all dietary requirements
- Fun prizes and giveaways along the way
Date: Wednesday 8 July 2026
Time: 10.00am – 3.30pm
Location: RMIT City Campus
Registrations are essential and can be made at Tech & Trades Experience Day 2026.
Melbourne Career Expo 2026
The Melbourne Career Expo – taking place from Friday 17 July – Sunday 19 July, is free comprehensive and exciting careers event, encompassing all career opportunities from employment to education and training in the trades, corporate and professional sectors.
University of Melbourne – A Day at Melbourne Event
An immersive campus experience for secondary students. Students will have the opportunity to experience university life firsthand through faculty-led sessions, hands-on activities, current student panels and more.
| Year 11 and 12 Students | Thursday 9 July, 9.00am – 2.30pm. Details here |
| Year 9 and 10 Students | Friday 10 July, 9.00am - 2.30pm. Details here |
Discovery Day
Join us for Discovery Day and explore our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our expert academics and industry trainers, and learn more about our diverse range of courses – from Certificates to Postgraduate degrees – in the specialist areas of Foods, Tourism, Hospitality, and Events.
Students will -
- Access detailed course information
- Engage directly with Angliss staff and students and have your questions answered
- Experience the vibrant inner-city campus and facilities via a guided tour
- Explore career and education pathways from short course, certificates, diplomas, degrees and post graduate courses across Foods, Tourism, Hospitality, and Events
- Enjoy light refreshments
Date: Friday 19 June 2026
Time: 4.00pm – 6.00pm
Venue: Angliss Restaurant | Ground Floor, Building E | 550 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
Register a spot at Discovery Day.
Zoos Victoria Careers Expo 2026
Join Zoos Victoria experts for the 2026 Careers Expo at Melbourne Zoo. This event is recommended for students in Years 9-12 who are interested in exploring different careers in the world of wildlife, conservation, environment, animal welfare, and more. Hear from expert panel speakers, including a diverse range of zoo specialists, who will share advice and insights into their career pathways.
Date: Thursday 9 July & Friday 10 July 2026
Time: 9.00am – 2.30pm
In addition to a free entry to Melbourne Zoo and career experts, students will also receive:
- A welcome pack and itinerary on arrival
- 10% discount at the Zoo cafes
- 10% discount at the Zoo Shops
Find out more and book a spot at Zoos Victoria Careers Expo 2026.
2026 Snapshot
- Named after engineer, military leader and public administrator Sir John Monash, Monash University was established in 1958.
- Monash University became a founding member of the Group of Eight universities in 1999.
- Monash ranks in the top 1% of world university rankings and ranks #36 globally in the 2026 QS World Rankings - Rankings. Notably, Pharmacy at Monash is ranked #4 in the QS World Subject Rankings in 2025.
- Monash has over 80,000 students, with an international presence in Malaysia, Indonesia, China, India (a research partnership), and Prato in Italy, besides its campuses in Australia - locations.
- Monash University is the only Victorian university to offer a Direct Entry medical program for students completing Year 12 as well as a Graduate Entry program leading to the same degree – Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD).
- There are ten Monash Faculties offering hundreds of courses, be they single or double undergraduate degrees, or graduate qualifications up to a PhD.
- Monash has a number of student-run clubs and associations - a great way to get involved and meet people - Monash Clubs and Associations.
- Career Connect is the Career Centre available to all Monash students. Students can access the many services offered – be it for volunteering, part-time jobs, assistance with applying for work on graduation, etc.
- The Monash Study Abroad program assists students in studying overseas as part of their course. Monash has exchange/partnership agreements with more than 100 universities across 30 countries.
- Monash offers more than 200 different scholarships for new and current students, from course fee subsidies to travel allowances, and payments for accommodation costs - Scholarships.
- The Monash Guarantee is an alternative entry scheme for students to get into a Monash course even they do not reach the course’s clearly-in ATAR. Students may be eligible for the Monash Guarantee if they:
- have experienced financial disadvantage
- live in a low socio-economic area
- live or attend school in a regional or remote area
- are an Indigenous Australian
- attend a Monash under-represented school
- Monash University Accommodation assists students in finding accommodation on campus, and off campus.
Industry in Focus
What can I do with an Arts Degree?
The list of roles is quite varied, and includes -
- Teaching & educational administration
- International aid and trade agencies
- Arts production and management
- Public service and social welfare agencies
- General management and administration (local and global)
- Communications industry, publishing, media and public relations
- Tourism and hospitality
One of the very important things for students to note, is that an Arts’ student learns skills that are very transferrable in industry. These include communication skills, critical thinking and reading skills, analytical skills, and research skills.
"There is no single journey. Career development helps you shape your own."
Moira Philps
Careers and Pathways