Careers & Pathways

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2020 Matrices

Open Days & Info Sessions

Deakin | Medicine Course Information Session

21 April 2020, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Campus

Deakin University’s Doctor of Medicine places a strong emphasis on clinical skills development, teamwork and communication training; providing the best opportunities for medical training in metropolitan, regional, and rural settings. Our students learn through problem-based seminars and practical classes before undergoing intensive clinical training within professional health services across Victoria.

Explore what makes Deakin’s Doctor of Medicine unique, and get specific advice from our Course Director on how to give yourself the best chance of securing your place in the course.

Find out more: https://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/events/doctor-of-medicine-course-information-session

SAE | Info Night

23 April 2020, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

SAE Institute Melbourne

If you’re considering studying creative media, come along to SAE’s Info Night to speak to our experienced team and learn how you can pursue your passion in this dynamic and expanding industry. Talk to current students and learn about life at SAE and discover the types of career opportunities that await you after graduation.

Find out more: https://sae.edu.au/news-and-events/events/info-night-melbourne-campus-april-23-2020/?date=2020-04-23&id=754

Monash | Information Evening, Peninsula

28 April 2020, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Monash University Peninsula Campus

We know that choosing a university is a big decision. Get all your questions answered at our information evening.

At our information sessions, you’ll learn about what it’s like to study at Monash. Find out about our range of courses, accommodation options, scholarships, student life and so much more! You’ll also have the opportunity to hear from a current student or graduate about where their Monash degree has led them.

Find out more: https://www.monash.edu/information-evenings/peninsula

Deakin | Criminology Course Information Session

28 May 2020, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Deakin University, Melbourne Burwood Campus

Are you ready to understand why people commit the crimes they do? Join us to learn more about studying criminology at Deakin.

Hear from our passionate criminology industry experts about course options, double degrees, entrance requirements and career outcomes for graduates. Discover how we prepare our students to be job-ready with practical knowledge and transferable skills ready to tackle criminal justice issues facing our society.

Find out more: https://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/events/criminology-course-information-session-melbourne-burwood-campus

Deakin | Property and Real Estate Course Information Session

2 June 2020, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Deakin University, Melbourne Burwood Campus

Deakin’s Bachelor of Property and Real Estate is Victoria’s only three-year property course offered on-campus or online providing you with the qualifications to work in variety of property fields. This course is professionally accredited by the Australian Property Institute and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Graduates will meet the academic requirements for membership as an Australian Property Institute Certified Practising Valuer and member of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. This session will provide a thorough overview of our highly regarded program.

Find out more: https://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/events/property-and-real-estate-course-information-session

AIE | Online Experience Day

28 March 2020, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Online

If you have ever wanted to study 3D animation, game design or VFX for film online with AIE then our Online Experience Day is an ideal opportunity to find out more!

Course overview sessions will be running on the range of online courses in 3D animation, game art, game programming and game design offered by AIE. You will get to participate in workshops, guest speaker talks and much more. Have a question? Don’t worry, pop by and one of our friendly staff from AIE online will be more than happy to assist.

Find out more: https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/online-experience-day/

Deakin | Step on Campus

Melbourne: 1 April & 8 April 2020, 10:00 am - 12:45 pm

Waurn Ponds: 2 April & 9 April 2020, 10:00 am - 12:45 pm

Geelong Waterfront: 7 April 2020, 10:00 am - 12:45 pm

Warrnambool: 7 April 2020, 10:00 am - 12:45 pm

Get a sneak peek into life at Deakin with a tailored campus tour. It’s a great way for you and your family to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, while learning more about the courses you’re interested in.

Led by current students, the 45-minute group tours are a fun and informal introduction to uni life. You’ll learn about the different study options on offer and how to make the best transition into university. There’ll also be plenty of opportunities to ask questions during and after the tour.

Find out more: https://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/events/step-on-campus

Endeavour College of Natural Health | Open Day

4 April 2020, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Endeavour College of Natural Health – Melbourne Campuses

If you’re thinking about studying natural health, Endeavour College of Natural Health’s Open Day is the perfect opportunity to discover more about our degrees, meet our academics and current students, discuss enrolment with the admissions team and tour the campus.

Here’s what you can expect from our Open Day:

• Meet our industry expert academics and teaching staff
• Chat with current students about their experience
• Tour the campus and visit our teaching clinic, library, student areas and teaching rooms
• Discover what career options are available to you after graduating
• Find out more about our courses including what you’ll learn, assessment types, hands on experience and more
• If you have prior education or work experience, learn about our pathway entry options which could count towards your degree
• Meet with our student enrolment advisors to discuss your study options, which course is right for you, fees and payments, applying and enrolling

Find out more: https://www.endeavour.edu.au/events/natural-health-open-day-apr-2020/

Workshops & Courses

RMIT Design Portfolio Preparation Course

4 March 2020 - 22 April 2020,

6pm - 9pm

RMIT City Campus

Students will be provided with a supportive environment to explore design and folio preparation. An introduction to concept development and schematic design will be provided. The students will be assisted by a qualified professional to explore design areas such as architecture, landscape, interior design and planning.

This short course also accommodates students with existing design folio and looking at improving their own, through graphics representations, concepts/ideas developments and presentation techniques/folio layout.

Find out more: https://shortcourses.rmit.edu.au/course_page.php?course=S320230

Torrens | Discover Beauty, Health Science, Nursing or Nutrition

27 March 2020, 10:00 am - 28 March 2020, 3:00 pm

Torrens University Australia, Fitzroy Campus

Curious about a career in Health and Wellbeing? Take part in Workshops specifically designed for school leavers. Learn more about our courses in Beauty & Aesthetics, Health Science, Nursing, or Nutrition. Suitable for High School students in years 10-12.

Find out more: https://www.torrens.edu.au/about/events-and-workshops/school-holiday-workshops-discover-beauty-health-science-nursing-or-nutrition-2

Torrens | Business Industry Day

31 March 2020, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm

Torrens University, Flinders Street Campus

Join us at a Business Industry Day near you and find out all you need to know about career opportunities in business, from Event Management to Sports Management to Entrepreneurship and more. Hear from highly experienced industry experts to get an understanding of where studying a degree in business could take you.

Find out more: https://www.torrens.edu.au/about/events-and-workshops/school-holiday-workshops-discover-business

RMIT | Experience Surveying Day

31 March 2020, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Argyle Square Station

If you are interested in a career as a land surveyor, this practical one-hour event hosted by RMIT University provides a fantastic opportunity for you to do practical surveying activities with the help of fully qualified Surveyors.

You will see all the current surveying equipment used in the industry including a digital level, total station, GPS and laser scanner. You’ll get the opportunity to do a practical activity measuring distance and use professional surveying tools to check your measurement.

Events are held each month at Argyle Square and are designed for Year 10 -12 secondary students and school leavers that are interested in mathematics and IT or those considering a career in the industry.

Find out more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/events/2020/march/experience-surveying-day

Billy Blue | Major Work: Y12 Design Thinking Workshop

4 April 2020, 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

Torrens University Australia, Flinders Street Campus

If you’re heading into 2020, ready to start your Year 12 Design and Technology (Major Design Project) or your Visual Arts (Body of Work) then this half-day program is perfect for you.

Spend a day with industry-leading design academics to learn the techniques design professionals use every day to develop new concepts. This dedicated team will guide you through the framework and show you how you can implement it to complete your body of work or portfolio!

Find out more: https://www.billyblue.edu.au/news-events/upcoming-events/melbourne/major-work-y12-design-thinking-workshop-melbourne

Enter the World of Le Cordon Bleu – Careers Residential

29 June 2020, 9:00 am - 1 July 2020, 4:00 pm

Le Cordon Bleu Australia, Melbourne

We’re opening our doors to high school students in Years 11 & 12, to see inside one of the world’s leading culinary and hospitality institutions to provide you with the best possible global industry insight.

Meet lecturers and Le Cordon Bleu professionals, hear from industry experts, discover what Le Cordon Bleu programmes involve and experience hands-on culinary arts with our chefs.

Find out more: https://www.cordonbleu.edu/melbourne/enter-the-world-of-le-cordon-bleu/en

AIE | Industry Experience Day

7 April 2020, 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

7 July 2020, 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

30 September 2020, 10:00 am - 2:30 pm

Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Melbourne

AIE’s Industry Experience Days are a great opportunity for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 to learn about the local and international game development, 3D animation and visual effects industries. Students will get the opportunity to learn about the different pathways to get into the industry, what should be in a portfolio and will be able to get creative in practical workshops using industry-standard 3D animation and game development tools.

The sessions are run by industry professionals who have worked on some blockbuster games and films. Everything is provided for you to participate in the hands-on workshops and you will be using the same software that is used in the industry.

If you are thinking about a career in the games or film industry then we highly recommend registering for the free event.

Find out more: https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/industry-experience-day/

DeakInspire

Waurn Ponds: 30 June 2020, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Melbourne: 2 July 2020, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

DeakInspire is designed to help you tap into your potential and shape a better tomorrow. Hear incredible speakers discuss their lives and careers. Get hands-on in workshops that give you a taste of university life or the workplace.

This event is especially for Year 10, 11 and 12 students who want to explore their future direction. We’ve also included a program for parents to gain an understanding of the tools and support

Scholarships

Rheem Apprentice Plumber Grants

Value: $3,000

Open/Closing Dates: February 10, 2020 – March 30, 2020

The Rheem Apprentice Plumber Grants provide help with costs for textbooks, tools or TAFE/RTO tuition fees. Ten recipients will receive $2,000 each in cash plus a $1,000 tool voucher to help them start or continue with their apprenticeship journey.

If you are an apprentice plumber currently undertaking an apprenticeship in Australia and are studying at TAFE, university or with a Registered Training Organisation, then you are eligible to apply for the 2020 Rheem Apprentice Plumber Grants.     Find out more

Youth Off the Streets National Scholarship Program

Value: $6,000

Open/Closing Dates: February 3, 2020 – April 10, 2020

The National Scholarship Program celebrates the talents and strengths of young people across Australia who exhibit extraordinary promise – but who lack the support and resources to fulfill their potential.

Who can apply?

• Students aged 16 to 21 inclusive as at 20 September on the year of nomination.
• Citizens or permanent residents of Australia or New Zealand (evidence will be required).
• Students with a clear need for financial assistance.
• Students studying in Australia for the two year period of the program.

All successful applicants convey their genuine talent, ability and determination in any education or training course, including (but not limited to):

• Academic skills
• Visual or performing arts
• Sport
• Trade skills
• Music

Find out more

Australian Disability and Indigenous Peoples’ Education Fund

Value: $2,500

Open/Closing Dates: October 1, 2019 – March 31, 2020

The Australian Disability & Indigenous Peoples’ Education Fund (ADIPEF) has been established to assist people with disabilities from both indigenous and non-indigenous backgrounds.

People with disabilities of any age living in Australia may apply for any assistance to help with both formal and informal education. While people may need assistance to complete the application, we would like a letter in the persons own words telling us why they want to learn.

Find out more

Japan Australia LNG (MIMI) Student Exchange Scholarship

Value: $5,000

Open/Closing Dates: January 1, 2020 – July 1, 2020

Since 2006, Japan Australia LNG (MIMI) has supported 23 students to take up the challenge of living and studying in Japan for one year, and is now offering the great opportunity again for two Australian students.

Any applicant across Australia who:

• Is attending secondary school and in year 9-12 at the time of application
• Has a sense of adventure and understands the challenges of an AFS program
• Meets the AFS application guidelines and country criteria for Japan
• Completes the AFS online application process, including payment of the required deposits as part of the application process.
• Willing to provide program updates and photos to AFS and MIMI.

Find out more

The Tuckwell Scholarship Program

Value: $22,200 AUD per year

Open/Closing Dates: March 4, 2020 – March 25, 2020

The Tuckwell Scholarship Program is the most transformational undergraduate scholarship program in Australia.

We award 25 Scholarships each year and offer talented and motivated students the opportunity to realise their potential by providing financial support, personal enrichment and development opportunities. Most importantly, Scholars can connect with and learn from one another within our home on campus, Scholars House.

The financial support offered to you as a Tuckwell Scholar is intended to help you through your university journey, giving you the freedom to focus on what is important.

To apply for a Tuckwell Scholarship for study at ANU commencing in 2021, applicants must:

1. be eligible to apply to study at ANU in 2021 via the ANU Direct Application system.
2. commence and complete Year 12 full-time in 2020, at a school located in Australia.
3. be 17, 18 or 19 years old on 1 March 2021 (born on or between 2 March 2001 and 1 March 2004).
4. be an Australian citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or the holder of an Australian humanitarian visa, and be in possession of the relevant Birth Certificate, Citizenship Certificate or Visa by 25 May 2020.
5. be predicted by their school to achieve an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of 95 or higher. Applicants who are eligible for consideration under the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) may apply for a Tuckwell Scholarship if they are predicted by their school to achieve an ATAR of 90 or higher.
6. have undertaken: 
   • at least one high school English course/unit in at least one semester during Year 11 or Year 12; and
   • at least one high school Maths course/unit in at least one semester during Year 11 or Year 12.

Find out more

AFS Global Citizen Scholarship

Value: Up to $3,000

Open/Closing Dates: January 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020

These scholarships are offered by the AFS Scholarship Fund to help meet the program fee f

Competitions

Wool4School Design Competition

Wool4School is an annual student design competition encouraging budding fashion designers to show the nation what they’re made of.

Open to all Australian school students in high school, the Wool4School competition invites students in years 7 – 12 to design an outfit using a minimum of 70% wool. The outfit must contain a minimum of one piece with a maximum of four pieces and show the student’s creative and innovative side.

Registration is open now and closes on Friday 29 May.

Find out more and register here: https://www.wool4school.com/

Helen Handbury Leadership Award

The Helen Handbury Leadership Award recognises Year 12 students in rural and regional Australia who have shown strong community leadership and initiative.

Australian secondary schools are invited to nominate Year 12 students for the Award.

In 2020, the award winners will receive funding towards an international trip to experience community development in another culture.

Nominations are open until Sunday 31 May.

Find out more here: http://www.futureleaders.com.au/awards/HelenHandbury_Award_2020.pdf

National History Challenge

The National History Challenge is a research-based competition for students. It gives students a chance to be an historian, researching world history, examining Australia’s past, investigating their community or exploring their own roots.

The theme for 2020 is CONTESTED hiSTORIES.

Entrants may be students from Primary years to Year 12, 19 years of age or younger in Australian schools.

Find out more and enter here: http://historychallenge.org.au/

Eurekly Scholarship Competition

Eurekly is designed to help students excel in this world, and we want to hear what student life is really like in it. Write a 2,500-word essay exploring one of three topics about life as a student today and you’ll be in the running to win $1,500 USD.

Eurekly’s scholarship competition is eligible to anyone over the age of 16 years old who is enrolled in a school, university or other further education body as a part-time, full-time or remote student.

Entries are open now and close on Tuesday 30 June.

Find out more and enter here: https://eurekly.com/scholarship

Strike A Chord Competition

Strike A Chord is a new competition designed to encourage the next generation of Australian musicians to experience the life-changing possibilities of chamber music.

Music Viva is giving secondary school ensembles the opportunity to explore their potential and discover the joy in making music with friends, whatever their level of ability.

Twelve aspiring groups will be chosen to perform for a live audience and expert jury in the Melbourne Recital Centre during a Finals weekend from 4-6 September, competing for cash and development prizes.

Entries are open now and close Thursday 21 May.

Find out more and enter here: https://musicaviva.com.au/strikeachord/

Class Clowns 2020

For over two decades, Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s Class Clowns has helped hundreds of funny, young peeps hone their comedy potential. Past participants like Joel Creasey, Rhys Nicholson, Aaron Chen and William McKenna have gone on to be funny as a career, and now we want you.

Registrations for this one-of-a-kind, national secondary school comedy competition, are now open. If you’re aged 14 – 18 (Years 9 – 12) and you have a stand-up, sketch, physical or musical comedy act you should register now. It’s free to take part, all you need is 3-5 minutes of original, live, funny content and you’re in.

You’ll get to take part in a workshop with professional comedian, before performing your act in front of a live audience. If you progress through the heats you may then go on to a State Final, where you’ll be in the running to secure a place at the National Grand Final. We’ll fly all the national finalists to Melbourne to perform at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival for a chance to win the Class Clowns title and a $2,500 prize package.

Find out more and register here: https://www.comedyfestival.com.au/classclowns/

Future Leaders Photography Prize 2020

The Future Leaders Photography Prize is designed to recognize talented young photographers.

Year 12 students are invited to submit digital photographic work (one photograph for each student). The work submitted can be on any theme.

In 2020, the award winner will receive $1,000. Where there is more than one winner the prize money will be shared.

Entries are open until Sunday 31 May.

Find out more: http://www.futureleaders.com.au/awards/Photography_Prize_2020.pdf

Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize

Sponsored by the University of Sydney, the Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize encourages students to communicate a scientific concept in a way that is accessible and entertaining to the public while painlessly increasing their science knowledge or, as Dr Karl and Adam like to say, “Learn something without even noticing”. It is intended to support budding young scientists across the nation, who will be our future leaders in research, discovery and communication.

Each film entered in 2020 must be based on the theme ‘Water’.

There is a prize pool of $10,000 to be shared between the winners and their schools, and finalist representatives also win a trip to Sydney for the Australian Museum Eureka Prizes Award Dinner.

Entries open on Wednesday 4 March and close on Friday 1 May.

Find out more: https://australianmuseum.net.au/get-involved/eureka-prizes/sleek-geeks-science/

International Essay Contest for Young People

This annual essay contest is organized in an effort to harness the energy, creativity and initiative of the world’s you

Careers & Jobs

8 top careers for Valentines Day

With Valentine’s Day just gone, we’ve put together a list of some of the jobs that help keep the love flowing around Valentine’s Day.

So if you’re romantically inclined maybe you’ll be inspired by one of these careers.

1. Florist – one of the busiest day for these industrious artists, working their magic to create fabulous floral tributes to love.
2. Chocolatier – creating sweet treats that not only look great and taste divine, but are also responsible for releasing endorphins and serotonin that make us feel fabulous, as well as phenylethylamine a mood elevator that our brains normally release when we’re happy (and in love).
3. Jeweller – there aren’t many ladies who wouldn’t be thrilled to receive a bit of bling on Valentine’s day, but it’s also a very popular date for weddings and engagements. Jewellers not only help to make the day special, but create tokens of love that’ll last a lifetime.
4. Greeting card writer – not everybody has a way with words, and although a heartfelt message of love is not to be sniffed at, for those who can’t put their feelings into words… there’s Valentine’s Day cards.
5. Massage Therapist – whilst massages are always a popular choice, they’re also rising in popularity as a Valentine’s Day gift, they help the recipient feel pampered, nurtured and a little bit special.
6. Delivery driver – when you can’t deliver a gift to your loved one in person, thanks to delivery drivers there’s still the opportunity to surprise and spoil them from afar. Although it must be a hectic day for deliveries, imagine how nice it would to make someone’s day & be met with a smile everywhere you go.
7. Restaurateur – everybody knows it’s tough to get a table on Valentine’s Day, and most restaurants send out set dinner menu’s weeks in advance, because they know things are going to get crazy. You’d have to remember to stock up on the champagne too.
8. Event Planner – Valentine’s Day, as we mentioned earlier, is a popular choice for weddings and engagements, but it’s also popular for fundraisers like balls and gala’s, so there’s no doubt about it, event planners be well in demand at this time of year.

What Can You Learn as an Australian Border Force Officer?

If you’ve ever been to the airport, you’ve probably seen a Border Force Officer at work. You might have even wondered what it would be like to work as one.

Lifehacker has written an article on some of the unexpected skills you might learn as a Border Force Officer. You can read it here: https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/02/3-unexpected-upskilling-opportunities-you-could-encounter-as-a-border-force-officer/

What is a career in Art Therapy?

Becoming an Art Therapist or Expressive Therapist seems like a bit of an out there job – but it’s definitely a viable career choice.

Art Therapists help their clients work through problems (often to do with mental health or trauma) with the use of art, including visual arts, dance, music and more.

Find out how Kimberly forged her career as an Art Therapist: https://www.ethicaljobs.com.au/blog/yes-you-can-get-a-job-doing-art-therapy-how-kimberly-ryan-landed-her-dream-job-in-the-field

What Skills Can You Learn as an Accountant?

Being an accountant isn’t just about being good with numbers. There are other skills that you will learn throughout your career that will be beneficial for you for life.

Check out FYA’s article to see what you might be surprised to learn as an accountant: https://www.fya.org.au/2020/02/04/5-skills-you-might-be-surprised-to-get-from-being-an-accountant/

Jobs for People who Want to Travel

If you love to travel, there’s nothing better than being paid to do so. With the jobs that the Hotel School has listed in their blog, you could be seeing the world as part of your career.

Find out more here: https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/industry-blog/5-great-hospitality-jobs-for-people-who-love-to-travel/

Further Learning

Apply to Become an Air Force Cadet

Thinking of a career in aviation? Becoming a cadet is a great way to explore what life is like in the Air Force, as well as gaining a variety of skills and experience.

Some activities undertaken by the AAFC include flying, fieldcraft, adventure training, firearms safety training, drill and ceremonial, service knowledge, aeromodelling, navigation and gliding.

Applications are open now.

Find out more and apply here: https://m.cadetnet.gov.au/v5m/eoi/UI/index.html#/eoi/cadet?org=AAFC%23top#top

New Joint Medical Program between CSU and WSU in 2021

Charles Sturt University and Western Sydney University have partnered up to create a new Joint Program in Medicine, based at CSU’s Orange campus starting in 2021.

You can go straight into the program after completing year 12 – no prior uni experience is required. Applications for the program will open through UAC in April.

Applicants must also sit the UCAT for admission, with registrations opening in March.

They are putting a strong focus on enrolments from students in rural and regional areas.

Find out more about the new program here: https://study.csu.edu.au/courses/medicine

Hyundai Advanced Apprenticeship Academy

Hyundai runs a four-year apprenticeship program for people looking to become Hyundai technicians through their Hyundai Advanced Apprenticeship Academy.

You can undertake the apprenticeship at more than 170 locations nation-wide. Upon completion of the program you will receive a Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology, and have a pathway to working as a Hyundai technician.

Find out more about the program here: https://www.hyundai.com/au/en/hyundai-info/careers/apprenticeship-program

Apply Direct to ANU for Early Entry

ANU is now offering direct entry applications to year 12 students, with the chance of receiving a conditional offer for early entry. Applying directly to ANU is totally free, and you don’t need to apply through UAC.

This means you can get an offer to study at ANU before you sit any exams.

Through the application you will also automatically be assessed for guaranteed accommodation and any scholarships you might be eligible for.

Direct applications to ANU open on Wednesday 4 March, and will be open until Monday 25 May.

Find out more here: https://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/domestic-applications-anu-undergraduate

Swinburne Early Leaders Program

You’re eligible to apply for the Early Leaders Program if you’re currently in Year 11, (including VCE, IB and VCAL students, plus regional students and those outside of Victoria).

You’ll get to build on and document all your extra-curricular activities, as well as reflect on your individual strengths and interests.

You’ll have to complete one core certificate and one of three elective certificates by the end of October deadline, and you can do the certificates either on campus at Swinburne or entirely online.

Benefits include:

• Completion of the program could help you stand out on your applications for jobs and further study
• develop life skills
• grow your confidence
• increase your employability
• gain recognition for achievements from a leading university
• get out of your comfort zone and try something new
• develop the skills that will help you successfully transition to tertiary study

You’ll also get to attend workshops and seminars including:

• Meet a Swinburne student – talk to a student studying a course you’re interested in. (Offered on campus or via Skype or phone)
• Introduction to academic writing (offered as a webinar)
• Career planning (offered on campus and as a webinar)

If you successfully complete the program and apply to Swinburne for future studies, you could also get up to two aggregate points added to your application.

Expressions of interest for a February 2020 start are open now.

Find out more information or submit your enquiry here: https://www.swinburne.edu.au/study/options/other-programs/early-leaders-program/

Apprenticeships vs Traineeships

What’s the difference between Apprenticeships and Traineeships? They might sound the same, but there are some differences between the two. Knowing these differences can help you decide which one is right for you.

The similarities

Apprenticeships and traineeships are both ways to earn while you learn. You work for an employer while also studying towards a nationally recognised qualification. This can be a Certificate II, III or IV, or even a Diploma.

They are both great ways to get hands-on experience in the career of your choice.

You can also start either an apprenticeship or traineeship while you’re still at school, meaning you don’t need to wait to undertake further learning.

The differences

The biggest difference between apprenticeships and traineeships is that traineeships are only for careers that aren’t considered “trades”. This means you won’t find yourself doing a traineeship to become a plumber or an electrician.

Instead, traineeships often focus on career areas such as:

• Business
• Real Estate
• Hospitality
• Retail
• Arts & Media
• ICT
• And more!

Work Experience

Work Experience with Swinburne Centre for Astrophysics & Supercomputing

We are occasionally able to take on high achieving, motivated high school students, with an interest in astronomy for work experience placements. Multiple dates are available throughout the year, and applications are always open. However, please note that we are not able to accommodate all requests for placements, due to the availability of staff and the timing of requests.

Learn more

Introduction to Navy (Technical Trades)

HMAS Cerberus is the Navy’s primary training establishment in Australia with approximately 6000 personnel trained annually. The work experience placement will be conducted by the Navy’s Engineering faculty with a focus on technical trades (particularly Marine Technician and Electronic Technician) and visits to the School of Ships Safety and Survivability, Boatswain Faculty and Recruit School. Activities may include physical training, RHIB ride, visits to the fire grounds and the countersink facility and other simulators, eating in the Navy Mess.

The placement will run from Wednesday 25 to Friday 27 March.

Learn more

Work Experience with Doogue + George Law Firm

Doogue + George take enquiries from students looking to undertake work experience in a law firm. You must apply through the form on their website.

Learn more

Work Experience with The Bays Healthcare Group

Our work experience program assists secondary students completing year 10, 11 or 12 by providing work experience in healthcare services in our Hospital or Aged Care.

We aim to offer an understanding of the large variety of activities that combine to deliver contemporary and professional healthcare services.

The program is available for one week from Monday 29 June to Friday 3 July 2020. Places are limited to a total of three students for the Hospital.

Learn more

Myer Work Experience

Do you want to be part of a team who loves coming to work each day? A team that makes Myer a great place to shop, and an even greater place to work?

Complete the online application form to apply for work experience at Myer. Before applying online, please ensure you have visited the Myer store where you wish to complete your work experience placement and have spoken with a member of our Management team.

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Deakin STEM Work Experience for Girls

This week-long program, designed for females interested in science, technology, design or environment, provides an introduction to STEM at a tertiary level and allows participants to experience possible STEM career pathways in a fun and nurturing environment.

Attendees will experience a range of workshops and activities across the science, engineering, architecture and construction management fields, alongside gaining personal development skills such as CV and interview preparation, safety inductions and team-building activities.

The experience will run from Monday 22 to Friday 26 June at Deakin’s Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.

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Deakin Engineering Work Experience

Year 10 students who have a passion for design and engineering can apply to take part in our Engineering Work Experience Program. This week-long program provides an introduction to engineering at a tertiary level, and allows participants to experience possible career pathways in a fun and nurturing environment.

The program will run from Monday 22 to Friday 26 June at Deakin’s Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.

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Deakin Laboratory Science Work Experience

Located at our Melbourne Burwood Campus, this week-long work experience program is designed for high-achieving Year 10 students who are strongly motivated in science – preferably in molecular biology and cell science. Students will experience laboratory science in an interactive and demonstrative environment.

The program will include participation in micro-molecular biological techniques, invertebrate and vertebrate biology, chemistry practicals, tracking and mapping using GPS/GIS, ecological survey techniques and more.

The program will run from Monday 15 to Friday 19 June at Deakin’s Melbourne Burwood Campus.

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SYN Work Experience

The SYN Work Experience program is a week long program offered to Year 9 & 10 students.

The program immerses students into media making, giving them the opportunity to participate in live radio and television, produce podcasts, write blogs and get first hand experience in SYN and the wider media.

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Work Experience with GV Health

GV Health recognises the need to promote healthcare as a worthwhile and exciting career choice and to showcase health care as a career prospect for young people and others making study and career choices.

There are many careers on offer at GV Health. The following provides a general overview of professions that are part of our health service and outlines where opportunities may be available for work experience:

• Admin/Clerical (available for Year 10, 11 and 12 students)
• Nursing (available for Year 10, 11 and 12 students)
• Support Services (available for Year 10, 11 and 12 students)
• Allied Health (available for Year 11 and 12 students only)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about University Early Entry

We know that Year 12 is a big one, huge in fact. With that in mind, have you heard about Early Entry? It’s one hack that could save you a whole lot of time and stress later in the year.

What is Early Entry?

Some universities and tertiary admissions centres (TAC) systems in place that allow them to accept early applications, select students and offer them a place on the course they’ve chosen before the end of year exams have been sat, let alone ATAR results published.

So you could receive an offer before the main December and January offer rounds (when the majority of your cohort will get their offers).

Which Universities offer Early Entry programs?

These are the universities that offered early programs for students commencing studies this year (2020), for an updated list, check on revised guide for 2021, coming soon.

• Australian Catholic University (ACU)
• Australian National University (ANU)
• Bond University
• Campion College
• La Trobe University
• Macquarie University
• Southern Cross University (SCU)
• Torrens University
• University of New England (UNE)
• University of Newcastle (UON)
• The University of Notre Dame
• University of Southern Queensland (USQ)
• University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)
• University of Sydney (US)
• University of Tasmania (UTAS)
• University of Wollongong (UOW)
• Western Sydney University (WSU)

Who is eligible to apply for Early Entry?

If you have been getting outstanding academic achievements in Year 11 and semester 1 of Year 12, or you’ve thrown yourself into community engagement (e.g. volunteering), or you’ve been recognised as your school as a future leader, then you could be eligible to apply for early entry.

If it’s something you’re really interested in applying for, but you’re unsure you’ll meet the criteria, it’s definitely worth doing some more research, individual programs may have different requirements that you will be able to apply for (e.g. rural or remote students, or financial status).

When can I expect to receive my Early Entry offer?

Depending on the University’s calendar, you could receive a conditional offer within 10 days of submitting your completed application and certainly not later than November 2020.

When do applications open for Early Entry?

Some programs are open now and closing dates come around as quick as the end of May. So make sure that you check all the key dates for all the programs you’re interested in applying for to make sure that you don’t miss out.

What is a conditional offer?

If you receive an offer, be proud – it means that the university definitely sees your potential and thinks you’ll be a great candidate to study with them in 2021. Usually the offer you’ll receive will be “conditional” – for example, if you score an ATAR of 82 then you’re guaranteed a place on this course.

How do conditional offers work?

Once your application is submitted, the institutions will cross match your skills and achievements with the prerequisites of your listed preferences. Then based on all the information you’ve provided, they’ll calculate a realistic ATAR they’d like you to achieve.

It’s likely that for most early entry offers, the main condition is that you obtain the ATAR they’ve formulated (or above, of course) in order to go ahead and enrol on the course. So don’t slack off once you’ve received your offer, you’ll still need to perform your best in the exams.

What’s the difference between a guaranteed & a conditional offer?

A conditional offer is a form of guarantee – the university is saying that as long as you get the ATAR they’ve predicted for you, or meet any other conditions they’ve set, then you are guaranteed a place on the course you’ve chosen with them.

The lucky few may receive a “guaranteed offer” straight away but these are much rarer, and some conditions may still apply. So make sure you check all the small print before you accept any offer.

What are the advantages of applying for Early Entry?

If you meet the eligibility criteria but are unsure about whether to apply, here’s a few of the benefits to consider:

• Get the applications and administrative requirements out of the way right now
• Security of knowing you already have a uni offer going into exams
• May have scholarships and bursaries affiliated with them
• Help you concentrate better on schoolwork later in the year
• Get a head start on getting organised for life at uni
• If you’ll be moving away from home, you could sort the accommodation you want and beat the rush
• Save money as the majority of direct applications are FREE (TAC’s charge a fee for the application process)
• You don’t have to accept any offers and can still apply through the traditional route later in the year (in which case you’ll have all your documentation ready to go and have your preferences selected too).

How many Early Entry programs can I apply for?

As long as you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for every early entry program on offer.

What happens if I receive more than one Early Entry offer?

If you get multiple offers, you’ll be in a great position, and you get to accept the offer for the course that ticks all of your boxes.

What happens if I don’t get an offer through Early Entry?

You might be disappointed if you don’t receive an offer through early entry applications, but that’s about as serious as it gets.

You’ll still be able to apply for university (the same ones, and the same courses even) through the traditional application system later in the year – and yes, we’ll have a step by step guide for that too.

Plus, having completed applications already, you’ll find it easier and quicker to get your applications next time and you’ll likely have all the documentation you’ll need already organised.

Early Entry sounds great – what’s next?

Unfortunately, early entry applications do have a catch – almost all of the programs and universities have their own (read: different) processes and systems, so navigating it all can seem like a bit of a nightmare.

The skills you could get from Work Experience

If you’re contemplating getting some work experience, but you’ve read that in all likelihood most of your time will be spent observing, you might be a bit confused about the skills you could be taking away.

Job Spotlight - Warehousing

What do Warehouse Workers do?

Warehouse workers perform a variety of jobs from receiving goods and raw materials, to moving them, storing them, checking and updating stock records for discrepancies and damage, writing reports and preparing goods for dispatch elsewhere.

If you’ve got great customer service skills and you’re looking to work in a busy and varied environment, with plenty of opportunities for progression and promotion, this could be a career worth investigating.

About you:

• Excel in the field of customer service

• Outgoing, energetic, and willing to work in a team environment

• Have a very strong work ethic with an interest in retail, warehousing, and/or Plumbing.

The job:

• Receive, check- in and unload deliveries

• Sort, store, pick and fill orders, prepare goods for delivery

• Keep inventory reports accurate and up to date, process and prepare orders

Warehouse Worker’s salary (average) $62,000 per year

Based on a variety of entry level roles in this industry, with opportunities to increase salary with experience, additional training, and promotion – all the way up to management levels.

(Source: Joboutlook.gov.au)

Job growth in warehousing is strong (source: seek.com.au)

Technology in this industry is always evolving, so it would be wise to continually seek training opportunities which could help you remain at the forefront of any industry growth and change.

How to become a Warehousing Professional in Australia

Whilst formal qualifications are not always necessary to gain entry into this Industry, undertaking some study in the field could help you get ahead faster and accept more diverse roles in the industry.

Step 1 – In Year 9 or 10 at high school, seek some work experience in warehousing to find out if it’s a career for you.

Step 2 – In Year 10, apply for a school based traineeship such as the one offered by Reece, you’ll incorporate paid part time work and study a Certificate II in Warehousing Operations while completing your high school certificate.

(*Note: the course units may count towards your high school certificate but not your ATAR)

Step 3 – Graduate from your traineeship and high school, accept a full time role in the industry or go on to undertake an apprenticeship in a related field e.g. plumbing.

Step 4 – Complete a TAFE course or university degree in Business and major in logistics and supply chain management, you can even complete some degrees entirely online, and access more professional opportunities.

Check requirements for the Warehousing industry in your state or Territory

Specific rules may apply to traineeships or careers for Warehouse Workers in each state or territory in Australia, so it’s worth checking any regulations regarding licensing, qualifications and workplace health & safety in your state.

You may have to obtain a high risk work license through Safe Work Australia, for example if you obtain your fork lift license.

Find out more here –

https://sclaa.com.au/

https://www.cilta.com.au/

Job Spotlight - Lawyer

How to become a Lawyer

What do Lawyers do?

 Lawyers inform clients about their legal rights and obligations. Steering individuals, businesses, and government agencies through legal issues and disputes, representing  them in courts and legal communications.

If you’re passionate about the law and using your knowledge to help others, and are competitive and committed to working tirelessly for the benefit of your clients from all walks of life, this career could be an option to research further.

About you:

• Highly intelligent with an analytical mind
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong advocacy and problem-solving skills, adaptable to any case

 The job:

• Meet with and counsel clients
• Perform legal research and prepare legal documents
• Represent clients in criminal and civil court proceedings

Lawyer salary (average) $102,965 per year     (Source: au.indeed.com)

Job growth in law is strong (source: Joboutlook.gov.au)

Law is a very competitive field; to stand out ahead of other applicants you could work on keeping your grades high, and boost your resume with relevant work experience and voluntary work.

How to become a Lawyer in Australia

 It can take as little as 4 years from leaving Year 12 to becoming a fully qualified, practising lawyer.

Step 1 – Do well in English and Maths at high school, consider studying history and psychology

Step 2 – Look at degrees you’d be interested in, check any pre-requisites required, e.g. Sitting the LAT (Law Admission Test)

Step 3 – Complete your university qualifications in Law (e.g. 3 year Bachelor of Laws at Bond, or a 5-7 year double degree Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at UNSW)

Step 4 – Undertake Practical Legal Training (PLT) to develop the practical skills and knowledge you’ll need by:

• completing a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (GDLP) in 6-12 months, or
• undertaking supervised workplace training for at least 12 months (only in QLD & VIC), or
• do a minimum 12 months in a clerkship position (only if you are already working in the legal profession).

Step 5 – Apply for a certificate of practice to work as a legal practitioner in your state or territory:

Australian Capital Territory: Legal Practitioners Admission Board

New South Wales: Legal Profession Admission Board

Northern Territory: The Legal Practitioners’ Admission Board

Queensland: Legal Practitioners Admissions Board

South Australia: South Australian Board of Examiners

Job Spotlight - Dog Groomer