Careers News
Here's a summary of the latest Career News updates with the full Careers Newsletter below.
Items in the 19 April 2024 Career News include:
- Dates to Diarise in Term 2
- VCE and Careers Expo 2024
- Simpson Barracks Open Day 2024
- Magnify Winter Music Camp 2024 at Box Hill Institute
- News from Monash University
- Upcoming Discover Monash Events
- Bachelor of Actuarial Science/Master of Actuarial Studies
- Where can a Science Degree Take You?
- Studying Nutrition and Dietetics at Swinburne University
- Deakin University - Guaranteed ATARs for 2025 Entry
- Accounting & Actuarial Science Degrees in Victoria in 2024
- Snapshot of William Angliss Institute (WAI) in 2024
Items in the 26 April 2024 Career News include:
- Dates to Diarise in Term 2
- Focus on Melbourne Information Sessions
- UQ - Medicine Information Evening - Webinar
- Monash University - Access Monash Online Seminars
- Studying Sports Media at Holmesglen Institute
- Career in Nuclear Medicine Technology
- Diploma Pathways to Business, IT & Engineering at Federation University
- Financial Aid and Scholarships to Study in the USA
- So, you’ve got a Job Interview for a Part-Time Job?
- Arts Degrees in Victoria in 2024
- Universities in Western Australia
Young Australians in International Affairs career spotlights
Discover YAIA’s newest series, Early Graduates in IR, on their Careers blog. This series features interviews with four remarkable individuals who have taken unique paths into the sector. Students keen to pursue a career in international affairs are encouraged to visit the YAIA Careers blog for specialised advice and insights.
Torrens University Virtual Open Day – Tuesday 7 to Thursday 9 May
Join Torrens University online to hear from their academics about the courses on offer and how you can get the most out of studying at Torrens. Learn about scholarships, internships and what sets Torrens apart from other universities.
Dates and times for the faculties are listed below and to register.
- Design and Creative Technology: Tuesday 7 May – 6 – 7pm (AEST)
- Health and Education: Wednesday 8 May – 6 – 7pm (AEST)
- Business and Hospitality: Thursday 9 May – 6 – 7pm (AEST)
REMINDER: University of Melbourne Residential Colleges Open House 2024 – Saturday 11 May
Register to tour Uni of Melbourne’s ten Residential Colleges and visit the university during Open House on Saturday 11 May 2024.
Each College has its own unique community spirit to explore and offers a supportive environment that will help you to make lifelong friends, build lasting connections, further your academic pursuits and experience unique opportunities. During Open House you will have an opportunity to:
- explore and tour our Residential Colleges
- hear from current residential students
- meet our academic and pastoral care staff
- learn more about our generous scholarship programs and College application process
- discover the best of Residential College social, cultural, sporting and leadership opportunities.
Each College will be running tours continuously throughout the afternoon on a regular basis. It is essential to register and select which Colleges you intend to visit. You can also register for the Uni of Melbourne general information session at 12 noon or 3.30pm.
Find out more and register.
JMC Academy May 2024 Open Day – Saturday 11 May
See why JMC Academy is Australia’s leading tertiary Creative Industries provider by attending their May Open Day where you can:
- Tour their world-class facilities and tech
- Explore their creative future in our hands-on workshops
- Meet their current students and industry expert lecturers
- Check out live student performances
- See creativity come to life with course demonstrations
- Build your creative network
- Speak to student admissions
Find out more and register.
Collarts Open Day 2024 – Saturday 11 May
Join the Collarts On-Campus Open Day to experience all things Collarts life: their passion for creativity, close community, state-of-the-art facilities, expert faculty, and more. Register for the opportunity to:
- Up-skill in a creative workshop
- Learn more about the industry in a live panel
- Meet Collarts students and staff
- Visit one of Collarts open campuses on the day
- Get an inside look into all courses at Collarts
Enter the World of Le Cordon Bleu Careers Residential, Melbourne – 3 to 5 July
We’re opening our doors to high school students in Years 11 & 12, to experience a ‘day in the life’ at one of the world’s leading culinary and hospitality institutions to provide a taste of what a future career in global hospitality will be like. Meet lecturers and Le Cordon Bleu professionals, hear from industry experts, discover what Le Cordon Bleu hospitality management degree programmes involve and experience hands-on culinary arts with their chefs. There are only 14 places available in this amazing 3-day residential!
University of Sydney Tahgara Program – 15 to 19 July
The Tahgara Program is an intensive week-long residential program at the University of Sydney, designed to prepare Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Year 12 students for their final exams and equip them for their journey into higher education.
There is no cost for schools or families of students who participate in the Tahgara Program. The University of Sydney will pay for travel, meals, accommodation and all other expenses associated with the program. This program is open to all Year 12 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from across Australia.
Students attend workshops presented by exam markers, expert tutors, faculty academics, and university staff and students. Designed to build educational capacity and motivation, students participating in the Tahgara Program will experience an individually tailored program, guiding them through scholarship applications, university pathways, exam preparation, as well as receiving one-on-one subject specific tutoring. Further details including how to apply.
Becoming a citizen scientist is a great way to explore STEM careers
Have you ever wondered how you can contribute to scientific research and make a meaningful impact? Citizen science is an exciting way for everyday people like you and me to participate in scientific projects and contribute to our knowledge and understanding of the world. Study Work Grow explores what citizen science is all about and why you might like to get involved in this blog: Become a citizen scientist.