Careers Update

PASSIONATE ABOUT WILDLIFE CONSERVATION?

You may like to explore the following courses as examples of what you can study at university:

La Trobe University

Bachelor of Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology), http://bit.ly/242qe30

Deakin University

Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology), http://bit.ly/2dzOt9e

For other vocational and higher education courses, search the Good Universities Guide, www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au

CAREERS IN ECONOMICS

Why study economics?

Careers with STEM hit up a team from the country’s biggest employer of economists – The Reserve Bank of Australia – and asked them how they landed their roles, what they studied at high school and why their current gigs are so awesome - https://bit.ly/2AlhDqj

What careers are there in economics?

Careers with STEM and The Reserve Bank of Australia have developed a free 8-page careers e-magazine just for you! Download it at https://bit.ly/3h8AlC7

CAREERS IN AGRICULTURE

Defying the Drift program

This program is for Year 10 and 11 students interested in pursuing a career in agriculture. Year 12 students may also be able to apply.

The cost of the program is $350 and the applicant will need to secure partial funding from a local Rotary Club.

There are two parts to the program:

Part 1: The participant will complete a 3-day residential program at Longerenong Agricultural College (near Horsham) in September.

Part 2: The participant will present to their sponsoring Rotary Club about their experience in the three-day program.

Information - www.defyingthedrift.org

2022 NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE FORUM (NYSF)

In Year 11? Love STEM? Want to engage in a life changing experience? You should consider applying for the NYSF.

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.

A continuous program of digital events will run alongside the in-person events meaning the program is accessible to all. The program will be held during January 2022. Applications close Friday 2 July. For more information and to apply, go to www.nysf.edu.au

THE SANTOS SCIENCE EXPERIENCE

The Santos Science Experience is a fun three days of science activities for Year 9 and 10 students. Each program is designed to provide students who have an interest in science with an opportunity to engage in a wide range of fascinating science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work.

Participants perform experiments in the laboratories, meet and hear senior lecturers in the lecture theatres, attend site visits and walk around and experience what it is like to be on the campus of a university or tertiary institution.

The program also provides information about further studies in science, technology and engineering. It highlights the wide range of careers that allow students to pursue their interest and abilities in the sciences

The program is running at the following two universities during the term break:

RMIT University

Date: 29 June – 1 July

Swinburne University

Date: 7 – 9 July

For information and to register your place, visit www.scienceexperience.com.au

SECURITY STUDIES AT UNIVERSITY

Are you interested in humanities, politics, foreign affairs and law? Have you considered studying security studies? The following are examples of courses you can study:

Australia National University, Canberra - Bachelor of International Security Studies.

You can combine this degree with a second Bachelor degree in a study area such as: Asian Studies, European Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Laws (Honours), and Criminology. You can complete a Diploma of Languages concurrently with the degree, http://bit.ly/2mVTXgg

RMIT University - Bachelor of International Studies (Global Security).

Students will complete an internship with an international-security related organization in Australia or overseas, http://bit.ly/2r9zabf

Monash University, Clayton - Master of International Relations (specialising in Governance and Security or Political Violence and Counter Terrorism).

You will need to complete a Bachelor degree first. Ideal courses are Criminal Justice, Law, International Relations, International Studies etc., https://bit.ly/2R107LZ

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS AT AUSTRALIA NATIONAL UNIVERSITY

ANU College of Business and Economics (CBE) offer a wide range of business, economics and commerce degrees and majors.

The College is offering virtual one-on-one appointments with secondary students to provide them with information, clarity and reassurance regarding their decision to study business and economics degrees at ANU.

You can book an appointment time at https://bit.ly/2AOFJd1

UNIVERSITY – EARLY ENTRY PROGRAMS (Year 12)

The following early admission programs are open now or will be opening soon.

VICTORIA

La Trobe University

La Trobe Aspire Early Admissions Program.

Applications close 17 September www.latrobe.edu.au/study/aspire

Victoria University

VU Guaranteed

GSSC students in Years 11 & 12 eligible.

Applications close 8 October

https://bit.ly/2Kw3ND6

NEW SOUTH WALES

University of Wollongong

Early Admission

Applications close 13 August

https://bit.ly/2wvqljF

University of New England

Direct Early Entry Program

Applications close Friday 17 September www.une.edu.au

MULTIPLE STATES

Charles Sturt University

Charles Sturt Advantage Program

Applications close 31 August (Round 2)

https://bit.ly/2UmOlgT

Australian Catholic University

ACU Guarantee (Vic, NSW, ACT, QLD)

Offers will be made until 6 October

https://bit.ly/38PiLiA

Southern Cross University

STAR Early Offer (NSW & QLD)

Applications close 18 September

www.scu.edu.au/star-early-offer/

CQUniversity

Principal’s Recommendation Scheme

Applications close 1 December

https://bit.ly/3vVfmty

TASMANIA

University of Tasmania

Schools Recommendation Program

Applications close 18 June (Round 1)

https://bit.ly/2R8K1UZ

UNIVERSITY CAMPUS TOURS

Deakin University

During the school holidays you are invited to experience Deakin University through their Campus Tour program.

You will be taken on a 45-minute tour of your chosen campus by a current Deakin student.
You will be able to: Tour the campus of your choice (Melbourne, Geelong Waterfront, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Warrnambool) and ask questions about university life, courses, and on-campus accommodation etc.
You will also be able to book into a campus tour based on your study interest.

For information and to register your place, visit http://bit.ly/3bmUX8O

Monash University

Students interested in learning about courses and facilities at Monash University can register to participate in a guided campus tour during the term break.

Students can also visit facilities in study areas such as art, design, and architecture, arts, education, engineering, IT, law, medicine, nursing and health science, and science.

Register your interest via www.monash.edu/campus-tours

If you’re unable to participate in an on-campus tour, you can complete a tour virtually via the Virtual Tours portal or via the Monash Explore portal at this link - www.monash.edu/campus-tours

Victoria University

Students interested in learning about courses and facilities at Victoria University can register to participate in a guided campus tour during the term break. Students can register to tour one campus or multiple campuses, including:

Footscray Park

Footscray Nicholson

St Albans

Werribee

City Queen Street

For information and to register your place, visit https://study.vu.edu.au/campus-tours

Upcoming Career Events

THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE

Mathematics and Statistics Undergraduate Experience (Online)

The University is hosting a 2-day undergraduate experience for students in Year 11-12.

Throughout the event, students will gain insight into the mathematical and statistical courses offered in the undergraduate degrees. Students should be studying advanced mathematics.

Date: Thursday 1 - Friday 2 July

Information and RSVP: contact Sam Povall for information, sam.povall@unimelb.edu.au

A Day at Melbourne:

Year 10 and 11 students are invited to get a taste of the university experience at Melbourne. Students will have the opportunity to attend lectures and interactive workshop sessions that will challenge them to think critically and gain insight into the broad areas of study available to them.

They’ll also have the chance to chat with University staff about courses, accommodation, scholarships and student societies at the course and student services expo. All students will enjoy a tour of the Parkville campus. There are two sessions running – you can choose which session to attend.

Date: Thursday 8 July

Morning session - https://bit.ly/3wOgJdm

Afternoon session - https://bit.ly/3vJb4oM

FREE WEBINARS

The Tertiary Information Service is running the following free online webinars:

*Year 10 Subject Selection - 23 June@ 4pm

*VTAC Applications - 14 July@ 4pm

*Transition and Moving Away From Home - 15 September@ 4pm

For information and to register your place, visit www.tis.org.au

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY

- Experience ACU

Experience ACU is a free event allowing prospective students to participate in workshops and activities tailored to their study area of interest.

Students can choose workshops from a range of study areas including nursing, midwifery, paramedicine, education, physiotherapy, psychology, sports and exercise science etc.

Melbourne campus: Tuesday 29 June

Canberra campus: Tuesday 6 July

Ballarat campus: Tuesday 28 September

Information and registration https://bit.ly/34cGZlD

MONASH UNIVERSITY

Monash Indigenous Winter Camp

The Indigenous Winter Camp aims to provide Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students from year 10-12 with an in-depth insight into university life, while focusing on team-building, meeting new people, culture, confidence building and health and well-being. The program will run between 27 – 29 July.

For information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/3gHAlsx

Digital Open Day

Monash will be running a Digital Open Day for prospective students on Sunday 25 July. This is open to all students and their families. You will be able to find out about courses, accommodation, pathways, scholarships and student services, www.monash.edu/open-day

Do it with DATA: Tackling climate change

This event for Year 12 students will reveal how the power of information can be harnessed to reverse climate change and champion a healthier world. Students will engage in on-campus activities and workshops. Must have completed or be studying Unit 3-4 Mathematical Methods.

Date: Tuesday 29 June

Venue: Monash Clayton campus

Information and RSVP: https://bit.ly/3wt83cn

DISCOVER BUSINESS

Join the Monash Business School Discover Business taster sessions and choose from a range of activities to learn more about the many different courses and careers available across all areas of business, economics and commerce. For Year 11 and 12 students.

Date: Wednesday 7 July

Venue: Monash Caulfield campus

Information and RSVP (closes 23 June): https://bit.ly/3bUGp06

Monash University – Inside Monash

Monash University is running a series of information evenings for prospective students focussed on courses and study areas in June and July. For information and to register visit www.monash.edu/inside-monash

June

13	Politics, Philosophy & Economics
15	Music
16	Become a teacher

July

21	Information Technology
22	Introduction to Law
TBC	Business with a global perspective

You can watch recorded seminars from past events via www.monash.edu/inside-monash

VIRTUAL CAREERS EXPO 2021

Connecting students to more than 50 tertiary providers including Torrens University Australia, Virtual Careers Expo provides a wealth of information on course offerings, study options and career outcomes.Students from anywhere in the country can log in to explore virtual expo halls, tune in to seminars and presentations, download course guides, take virtual campus tours and connect with staff and students.

Date: 16 July 2021

Information and RSVP:https://bit.ly/3ffrPSS

WESTERN VICTORIAN CAREERS EXPO

This event will be run online and there is a huge range of exhibitors that students and families can connect with. Whilst this event is targeted to students in Western Victoria, all prospective students are welcome to participate.

Date: Tuesday 22 June, 9.30am – 3pm. Information and RSVP: https://bit.ly/3fuUdhR

Victoria Police

For career information session dates, visit

www.police.vic.gov.au/police-information-sessions

Deakin University

Discover Deakin

Deakin is hosting the following online seminars for prospective students in June. The seminars will showcase courses at the University, https://bit.ly/2Phjwfa

16	Architecture & Construction Management
22	Information Technology

Accommodation

Find out about accommodation at Deakin University by tuning into an online webinar during July, https://bit.ly/2RRPCj2

Victoria University

Undergraduate Webinar Series:

Victoria University is running a series of information evenings for prospective students focussed on courses and study areas in June.

15	Community Development, Social Work, Youth Work, Criminal Justice
16	Information Technology, Cyber Security
17	Sport, Exercise Science, Outdoor Leadership
22	Business
23	Tourism, Hospitality, Event Management
24	Nutrition

For information and to register visit https://study.vu.edu.au/ug-webinar-series

Missed the Year13 Expo?

Don’t worry – you can still watch some of the webinars that were recorded.

Go to https://year13.com.au/ and sign up for an account
Navigate to the Expo
Watch the available webinars

RMIT University – Discover What’s Next

RMIT University is running the following online information sessions for prospective students in June and July.

These are events not to be missed as you will receive up to date information for the 2022 intake and you will have the opportunity to ask questions about courses.

June

15	Science
17	Health Science
22	Information Technology
24	Education

July

3	Building
15	Property

For information and to register for sessions, go to www.rmit.edu.au/events

Endeavour College of Natural Health

Endeavour College is located in Melbourne and offers courses in the following study areas:

Acupuncture

Myotherapy

Naturopathy

Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine

Complementary Medicine

The College is running two open days for prospective students in July.

On-campus: Saturday 19 June. Online: Wednesday 30 June

For information and to RSVP, visit www.endeavour.edu.au

Your GSSC Careers Team

McGuire campus - Susan Barr

Mooroopna campus – Tarsh Boyko and Mary-ann Linehan. Mary-ann is the College Partnerships leader. This is a new position that emphasises how important we feel it is to build on our excellent links with partner organisations, employers, industry and other training organisations.

Wanganui campus – Graeme Crosbie, Ruth O’Bree & Simone Masters. Graeme is the Careers Leader, Ruth is the VCAL Leader and Simone is the Diversability Leader for GSSC.

Your GSSC Careers website

www.gssccareers.com

Graeme Crosbie

Careers Leader

Greater Shepparton SC

Murray River Camp