Careers
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
NEW SOUTH WALES
University of Wollongong
Early Admission
Applications close 13 August
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)
Australian Catholic University
ACU Guarantee (Vic, NSW, ACT, QLD)
Offers will be made until 6 October
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
TASMANIA
University of Tasmania
Schools Recommendation Program
Applications close 18 June (Round 1)
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
Graeme Crosbie
Careers Leader
Greater Shepparton SC