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In the Know with Careers

This week’s edition of In the Know with Careers includes information on the following:

 

Western Sydney University:

  • Information Hub for Year 12 students with study support and event information.
  • Webinar providing support for parents/carers during the HSC – 19 May.

University of Wollongong: 

  • Pathways and degree options webinar – 5 May.

Macquarie University: 

  • Experience Days during school holidays – 15 and 16 April.

Australian National University: 

  • Discover Actuarial Studies webinar – 7 May.

Australian Catholic University: 

  • ‘Talk With’ Series – explore careers in Allied Health (7 May), Education (21 May), and Nursing/Paramedicine (27 May).

University of Notre Dame: 

  • Medicine Information Session – 8 May.
  • Early Offer Information Session – 13 May.

University of NSW: 

  • Arts, Design and Architecture Information Evening – 7 May.

UCAT: 

  • Verbal Reasoning skills webinar – 13 April or 15 June.

TAFE and Apprenticeships:

  • Fee-Free Apprenticeships: NSW Government covers fees for 100,000 apprenticeships.
  • Essential Energy: Apprenticeship/Traineeship applications open 22 April, close 25 May.
  • Carpentry: Compare residential and commercial apprenticeships.

Private Colleges and Workshops:

  • Australian Institute of Music: Mastering Performance Workshop – 14 April.
  • SAE: Information Night – 16 April.
  • AIE: Industry Experience Day – 16 April; Film Production Workshop – 17 April.
  • ICMS: Fashion Brand Management Workshop – 17 July.

General Career Information:

  • Essential Study Skills: one-day course in April (Zoom or Sydney) to boost memory, note-taking, and reading skills.
  • Exam Stress: Tips and strategies to manage stress during exam time.
  • Dream Job in Sport: Learn from AFL SportsReady alumni about careers in sport.
  • Journalism: Explore newsroom careers with industry tips.
  • STEM A-Z: Careers aligned to student interests.
  • Science Quiz: Find the right high school science elective.

Important Information for Year 12 Parents/Carers

The information below has been emailed to parents/carers.

 

Careers Pathway Interviews and Questionnaire

The compulsory Pathway Interviews will commence in Week 11, starting on Tuesday 8 April, once Year 12 students receive their half yearly reports. Students should start booking appointments now. 

 

Students should attempt to schedule the appointment during their study period. If this isn't feasible, students will need to obtain permission from their class teacher to attend the interview during class time. 

 

Parents/carers are welcome to attend these meetings. If students wish to have a parent/carer in the interview, they should notify me. I can then arrange a virtual meeting via Teams, or if preferred, in my office for an in-person discussion. 

 

Book an appointment: https://careers-appointments.appointlet.com.

 

Complete the Pathway Questionnaire: https://forms.office.com/r/X9i11s1Us3.

 

Applying for university courses through UAC (Universities Admission Centre)

Below is a link to UAC that provides information on how to start a UAC application. The purpose of initiating a UAC application is to apply for courses at universities in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. This process allows students to apply to multiple universities with a single application, monitor the progress of their application, and receive updates on offers during the offer rounds commencing in December. A fee of $82 is associated with starting this application, so access to a credit card is required.

 

The application period for university study through UAC opened on 2 April. Please note that students have until the end of September to complete their application. While not all courses may be immediately available for selection in UAC, they will all be listed by August. However, students that think they may reside in areas classified within the lowest 25% of the 'socio-economic indexes for areas' (SEIFA) should start their application as soon as possible to determine eligibility for any associated benefits. If eligible, UAC will notify the student via email, usually within 24 hours. In this case, students should schedule an appointment to meet with me before the middle of next term to discuss available opportunities.

 

How to apply for uni through UAC - UAC.

 

UAC Pins

The UAC pin is required when applying for University through UAC. Students should have received their pin to their personal email address (the one registered with NESA). If a student does not receive their UAC pin, they will need to contact UAC on 9752-0200 to request it. Please note, the school does not have access to students’ UAC pins. When contacting UAC, they will ask for the student ID.

 

UAC Publication – Steps to Uni for Year 11 and 12 Students

The guide below offers information on calculation of the ATAR, applying for university, early offers, educational access scheme (EAS), school recommendation scheme (SRS), changing preferences and accepting offers. It also provides a list of all courses available at all universities in NSW and the ACT.

 

Steps to Uni for Year 11 and 12 Students (uac.edu.au).

 

UAC Video

Below is a link to a video from UAC that provides guidance on the ATAR and applying for university, including details on the School Recommendation Scheme and Educational Access Scheme.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbMcTP1N6aQ.

 

Educational Access Scheme (EAS) – SEIFA Disadvantage (living in the lowest 25% socio-economic areas)

If a student resides in the lowest 25% of the 'socio-economic indexes for areas' (SEIFA), they will be eligible for an adjustment (bonus) towards their ATAR and may qualify for:

 

USYD MySydney Scheme – Reduced ATAR and a scholarship of $8,500 per year.

 

UNSW Gateway Admission Pathway – Reduced ATAR and a one-off cash scholarship of $10,000 in the first year. Apply by 21st July for early offers and by 8th November for the second offer round.

 

Applicants will receive an email notifying them of their eligibility for an EAS adjustment based on their SEIFA classification, the day after submitting a UAC application. If students do not receive this email, this indicates they are not eligible for the EAS adjustment point or the USYD and UNSW schemes mentioned above. Therefore, students are recommended to start their UAC application as soon as possible if they feel their area may be eligible. They should then notify me of their eligibility so I can discuss further opportunities with them.

 

Educational Access Scheme – P01A: Disability or long-term medical condition disadvantage

If a student has been granted disability provisions by NESA, they may not need to submit certain documents when applying for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS). Details about using NESA disability provisions for an EAS application can be found under code P01A on the UAC website (EAS circumstances you can claim and required documents) – click on the link below and scroll down to the section titled ‘Personal illness/disability’.

 

EAS circumstances you can claim and required documents - UAC.

 

In summary, an Educational Impact Statement (usually prepared by me) or a Medical Impact Statement (completed by a Specialist) isn't required if the original NESA medical application and the NESA grant of provisions document is uploaded into the UAC EAS Portal. These documents will all be combined to complete a full P01A assessment. In this situation, the only necessary application is the Applicant Statement completed by the student.

 

I will discuss the above information in detail with your son during their interview if it is relevant to them.

 

If you have any questions about the information provided or are unsure if it applies to your son, please do not hesitate to contact me. We can arrange a phone conversation to clarify any immediate concerns or if it can wait until your son has his interview, we can discuss it then.

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Joanne Cupac

Head of Careers