Careers News

FACT:  those who have goals are 10 times more likely to succeed than those without goals  

As our Year 11 and 12 students head towards their term 1 assessment blocks, it is heartening to personally speak with many students over this term to plan their Individual Transition Plans post school. There are a number of ways to achieve success, and I am honored in my position as Instructional Leader Pathways and Partnerships to work with students and their families to target individual strengths and explore options to further study or work in the future. One thing that both universities and employers agree on, is that the student of the future needs to possess many skills, most importantly resilience, adaptability, self management and communication, to cope in a world that is complex and constantly changing. 

If you’re in Year 12 this year, you may be starting to think about university. UAC have announced that applications open for entry from 3 April. Students will receive their UAC PIN on this date and will need to keep this in a secure place. UAC have published the Steps to Uni for Year 11 and 12 Students which can be downloaded from this link. Other universities are publishing their Early Admission programs and dates. Early entry gives Year 12 students the chance to receive an offer to uni before the HSC exams are finished. I will publish these in the next newsletter. 

St Aloysius College was thrilled to recently have ex-students Laura Erceg (Dux, 2023), Matthew Nunn (High Achiever, 2023) and Oscar Cafe (High Achiever, 2022) present scholarship opportunities at UTS. All three of these students are studying Bachelor Accounting (Co-op Scholarship) which is valued up to $56,000, and includes a year of full time internship, overseas travel, and great career prospects. We have a large number of high achievers this year who are keen to apply for this scholarship.

UAC (University Admission Centre)

If you’re in Year 12 and thinking of applying for university in 2025, UAC applications open on Wednesday, 3 April. Students will be sent their unique UAC pin and will have until 30 September 2024 to lodge their preferences for university. Students should keep an eye on UAC and update their details. See other key dates below -

UAC webinar for parents - 27 March @ 6pm

This webinar is designed for parents supporting their student's journey to higher education. Parents will learn how to navigate the application process and gain valuable insights on course preferences, adjustment factors and selection ranks plus a detailed timeline of key dates. Register here:

UAC webinar for Year 12 students, ATAR to Uni Success - 3 April @ 6pm

This webinar is designed to equip students with the knowledge to make the most of their UAC application and maximise their chances of success. Register here:

University

There are a variety of valuable webinars and open days coming up for the following universities.

UOW Webinar for Year 11 students and parents

UOW recently held a webinar for Year 11 students and their parents to answer commonly asked questions, define some jargon and demystify a lot of myths.  This session was recorded and can be accessed here:

UOW Future Talk – A Parent & Carer Webinar Series 

UOW’s Future Talk is a series of eight online information sessions designed specifically for a student's support crew. If you're a parent or carer who is navigating the HSC with a student, please consider registering for and participating in these sessions. Register here:  

UOW Information Evenings

3 April - Wollongong Campus,  9 April - Club Menai

UOW Information Evenings are designed for students and parents who would like to know more about studying at UOW. Register for the event here

UOW Course Finder

The UOW Course Guide Brochure, 2025 can be found here: Learn more about courses on offer at UOW along with ATAR requirements. 

University of Sydney Webinars  

Education Degrees, 27 March, 4pm. Register here: 

Entry schemes and admission pathways, 27 March, 5pm. Register here:

Pathways to studying Law, 3 April, 4pm. Register here:

Environmental Engineering, 4 April, 4 - 6pm (on campus). Register here:

University of Notre Dame Webinar 

Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Doctor of Medicine – Assured Pathway Webinar, 3 April, 3pm.Register here:

Australian Catholic University (ACU) Information Sessions - onsite

Discover Health Science at ACU North Sydney, April 16, 9.00 - 1.00pm - Register here:

Discover Teaching and Social Work at ACU Strathfield, April 17, 10.00 - 1.00pm. Register here:

TAFE / Colleges

Science Careers Without A Degree

If university is not for you but you’re keen on working in a science lab, there are alternative career pathways. Learn more here: 

What Do Environmental Scientists Do?

Learn more about this environmental scientists and this growing career area here: 

AIE Industry Experience Day. April 17

Learn more about this tertiary space which specialises in game development, 3D animation and visual effects. Register here:

AIM School Holiday HSC Masterclasses, April 22

Designed for Year 12 Music 1 and 2 students who are interested in improving and polishing their performance works for their assessments, trial performances and HSC. Learn more here:

Scholarships / Cadetships 

UTS Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) Scholarship Open Now.

The Bachelor of Accounting provides you with a multi-skilled accounting degree with strong emphasis on both accounting and financial management, both essential business tools. All students in the course receive a tax-free scholarship worth up to $56,000. Apply here:

Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) at UTS Information Evening, 9 May, 6pm via zoom. Register here:

Business Cadetships with Professional Cadetship Australia - Applications Close 24 May.

As a Business Cadet, typically you combine university study in Sydney with paid work at UBS or Barrenjoey Capital Partners in Sydney. The Business Cadetships Program allows you to choose the university where you will study and allows you latitude in your choice of degree program. https://www.professionalcadets.com.au/index.asp

Real Futures Grant, Open Now.

This Grant is worth $5,000, awarded to a student studying for a certificate, diploma, degree or traineeship in one of the following fields: healthcare, medicine, business or finance. Find out more here:

Other Career Options …

NECA Electrical Apprenticeships 

Apprenticeships in all electrical fields are available. Express your interest here:

ADF Gap Year 

Opportunities for students to experience life in the Navy, Army or Airforce through this 12 month program. Discover more here:

NSW Police Application Process 

NSW Police have a comprehensive process in place to ensure they recruit candidates that are most suitable to a career in Policing. The application process is undertaken in seven stages. Check out this page to see the steps involved in becoming a NSW police officer.

Australian Federal Police 

There are over 200 role types across a range of areas with AFP. Discover more on the entry pathways here:

Work Experience

Work experience is a great option to add value to your career portfolio and is highly regarded in industry. It also gives you the opportunity to try work and career opportunities before you leave school.

Defence Force Work Experience

The Defence Work Experience Program provides young Australians interested in Defence as a future career, the opportunity to sample life in Defence and learn more about the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian Public Service (APS). See more here:

Work Experience at the Australian Museum 

This work experience program offers students the chance to explore a variety of careers including science and cultural research, education, public programming, curatorial and exhibition design, marketing, communications and corporate services. Learn more here: 

Positions Vacant

Apprentice Carpenter

Company: Top Boy carpentry 

Contact number: 0414151946

As always, if you would like to speak with me about pathways for further study or careers post school, please book a meeting.

Mrs Yvette Kennedy

Instructional Leader Pathways and Partnerships

yvette.kennedy@syd.catholic.edu.au