Careers News
Compass Career News
Here's a summary of the latest Career News updates with the full Careers Newsletter below.
Items in the 6 October 2023 Career News include -
- Dates to Diarise in Term 4
- Reminder: VTAC 2024 Upcoming Key Dates - Year 12s
- Useful Tips for a University Degree Wannabe (UDW)
- News from Monash University
- New Monash Teaching Suitability Test (MTeST)
- New Engineering Specialisation
- News from Deakin University
- Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics
- All New Bachelor of Criminology/Bachelor of Business double degree
- Kangan Institute October Open Nights
- Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation
- Psychiatrists and Psychologists: What's the Difference?
- REIV - Careers in Real Estate
- Chiropractic, Osteopathy & Remedial Massage Degrees in Victoria in 2023
- Universities in Western Australia
Items in the 13 October Career News –
- Dates to Diarise in Term 4
- Reminder: VTAC 2024 Upcoming Key Dates – Year 12s
- YouTube Clip: Ten jobs you might be interviewed for in 2050
- News from Monash University
- Pathway through Science to Medicine
- Master of Medical Ultrasound
- Federation University - New Courses at the Berwick Campus
- La Trobe University - Master of Physiotherapy Practice
- News from RMIT University
- New Bachelor of Cyber Security
- Pathways @ RMIT
- Australian Space Agency Fast Facts
- Medical Imaging Courses in Victoria in 2023
- Snapshot of Charles Sturt University (CSU) in 2023
National Careers Institute resources providing School Leavers support
For students leaving high school this year, the School Leavers Information Kit (SLIK) can help you uncover all the education, training, and employment options available to them. And the Parents and guardians guide summarises the resources and information available to help you explore all the options available to your young person. It can also help you start a conversation on what’s next with their career. There are also many programs and support services for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are setting out on their journey after school. You will find some of these in this Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people booklet.
Scholarship opportunities for Year 12s commencing tertiary study in 2024
VTAC Scholarships applications are now closed but Year 12s can still apply to Victorian scholarships offered by other organisations. Either by applying direct to the tertiary institution – you can find a list on the VTAC website here – or the Victorian Department of Education website lists other scholarship opportunities for Year 12s undertaking tertiary study in 2024. And in this Scholarships Guide you will find a range of scholarships offered in Australia for students commencing tertiary study in 2024. Students are encouraged to research these scholarship opportunities to check eligibility and be informed on the application process and deadlines.
University of Melbourne Study Engineering and IT: Information Session & Panel Discussion
– Wednesday 18 October, 6pm to 8pm
This event will be hosted by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology at the Melbourne Connect Building in Carlton to help you discover your pathway to a fulfilling career in engineering or IT. The evening will commence with a presentation by leading Professor and Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education) Jamie Evans, followed by a panel conversation featuring insights from a current student, an academic expert, and a representative from the Co-curricular and Internships team. After the panel discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry professionals, alumni, academics, current students, and staff from our admissions and future students team. For event info and bookings click here.
AIT MasterTalks: Meet the Art Director for Bluey
– Thursday 19 October, 6pm to 9pm
This Academy of Interactive Technology MasterTalk is with Costa Daniel Kassab, lead art director for Ludo Studio’s Bluey! Join AIT at their Melbourne campus to learn about the career journey of art director and lead design artist, Costa Daniel Kassab, and get a glimpse into some of the main projects throughout his career. Find out more and RSVP here.
WEP Student Exchange Info Session
– Thursday 19 October at 6pm
Imagine making friends from all over the world, learning about yourself and the world around you and seeing sights you could only dream of! Find out more about your student exchange opportunities at WEP’s online info session. Explore what WEP has to offer and register here for their upcoming webinar.
The Careers for Net Zero Fair
– Thursday 26 October, 9am to 6pm at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
For recent graduates, seasoned professionals, or someone looking to change careers, this fair has something for everyone. The Careers for Net Zero Fair 2023 The free-to-attend Careers for Net Zero Fair provides an exciting opportunity to explore a world of possibilities for anyone who wants to find out more about how their knowledge and skills can make a difference across the clean economy. For more info, to view the program and to register click here.
Making Sustainable Statements workshop hosted by Collarts
– Saturday 28 October at 10am
This workshop celebrates uniqueness and originality in fashion by turning bioplastics and other found materials into your own unique sustainable accessories. The workshop will take place at the Future From Waste Lab Hanover House in Southbank and is designed to enable social connection through the sharing of fashion skills, textile knowledge and practical approaches to reducing textile waste in creative and fashionable ways. Part of the Collarts x Melbourne Fashion Week 2023 partnership project, this workshop will use examples of the work produced by Collarts School of Design students (from Fashion & Sustainability, Fashion Marketing and Photography). Find out more and purchase tickets here.
Clarissa Jacques RPCDP
Careers & Pathways Coordinator
e: clarissa.jacques@nossalhs.vic.edu.au
