Pathways and Transition

Mrs Kalo Bell – Head of Pathways and Transition; career counselling and pathway planning pathways@johnxxiii.edu.au | 08 9383 0416

Mrs Kelli Beaton – Pathways Assistant; VET and workplace learning coordination pathways@johnxxiii.edu.au | 08 9383 0417

In the Pathways and Transition Newsletter, read about:

• What’s new this week?
• University News
• Training and VET News
• Other Pathways News
• Career Resources

Kalo Bell

Head of Pathways and Transition

Pathways Picks

This week’s recommended reading

• Where studying art could take you – Study Work Grow
• Careers expos: Your gateway to real opportunities – Study Work Grow

Year 11 Opportunities

UWA+ Starter 2026

John XXIII College extends the opportunity for suitably interested, motivated and highly organised Year 11 students to participate in UWA+ Starter in 2026.

UWA+ Starter provides senior secondary school students with the unique opportunity to start their university experience early, by completing micro-credentials through UWA whilst still at school. Participating students are expected to manage their UWA+ Starter commitments in their own time, in addition to their academic classes and other College and personal commitments.

Students may investigate the Term 2, 3 and 4 offerings on the UWA+ Starter website.

There is a student information session being held on Wednesday, 11 March at lunchtime in the GBLT for students who are interested and would like to learn more about this opportunity.

New 2027 WA University Course Guides

See the new release 2027 WA University course guides now available online and linked below in the 'University News' section.

Murdoch University Spotlight! Years 9 – 10 Opportunities

8 or 9 April ‘Student for a Day’ Murdoch University Student

Years 9 and 10 students are invited to explore their interests and where they could lead through a Day in the Life of a Murdoch University Student. You will create your own timetable of hands-on activities in subjects of interest and speak with current students. 

• Kim Beazley Lecture Theatre, Murdoch Uni. 8:30am - 3:30pm. 
• See the variety of potential workshops by scanning the QR code. 
• Get tickets HERE. 

Year 12 Opportunities: Ngala Kwop Biddi - Brighter Futures Scholarship extended for three years 

Murdoch is proud to announce that the Ngala Kwop Biddi Brighter Futures Scholarship has been extended for a further three years to support school leavers in 2026-2028. Each WA Secondary School will be able to nominate one of their graduating Year 12 students, who, by their leadership and activit,y has effected positive change in their school or community.

The Ngala Kwop Biddi Brighter Futures Scholarship is valued at $12,000. 

For information go HERE.

UWA Scholarship Opportunities for Year 12 Students

The following scholarships are now OPEN for applications. 

UWA Fogarty Foundation Scholarship – closes 15 May 2026

• Up to 10 scholarships for WA Year 12 students*
• Predicted minimum ATAR of 98+
• Valued at $12,500 per year.

*Be enrolled as a domestic student in Year 12 at a Western Australian secondary school at the time of application. 

More details and how to apply

UWA Winthrop Scholarship – closes 20 June 2026

• Up to 10 scholarships for domestic Year 12 students*
• Recognises academic excellence, leadership vision, and community involvement
• Achieve an ATAR of 95+
• Valued at $10,000 per year.

*An Australian citizen or permanent resident, or holder of a Permanent Humanitarian Visa or a New Zealand citizen. 

More details and how to apply

Go to Open Days 2026 

All Year 10+ students who want to go to university in WA should go to at least two Open Days:

1. To the one closest to where you live.

2. The one with the courses and campus life that will make your life better. 

    

These myfuture tips will help you make the most of open days:

• 8 ways to a great university open day
• Preparing for an open day
• How to make the most of open days and career expos.

University Open Day Calendar 2026

2026 Medicine - University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) Dates 

If you want to apply for medicine for 2027, you will need to undertake a UCAT assessment. 

These are the important dates for UCAT in 2026: Deadline times are 11:59pm AEST - Australian Eastern Standard Time

Sign up for notices on the UCAT ANZ website.

Year 12 Opportunities

Find the huge range of scholarships available 

Register for Scholarship Alerts NOW!

You can create scholarship alerts through the Good Universities Guide and through universities. 

• Good Universities Guide
• Curtin
• ECU
• Murdoch
• Notre Dame
• UWA 

Get Five tips for a strong scholarship application. 

There are a number of scholarships available and for a range of industries: 

• The Country Education Foundation
• Commonwealth Teaching Scholarship
• Indigenous Pathways Portal.
• ADCET Scholarships for people with disability

New 2027 Undergraduate Course Guides (WA Universities) 

Curtin Undergraduate Course Guide 2026* 

*new 2027 course guide for Curtin has yet to be released

ECU Undergraduate Guide to Careers & Courses 2027

Murdoch Undergraduate Course Guide 2026/2027

Notre Dame Undergraduate Guide 2027

UWA Undergraduate Course Guide 2027

Training Opportunities

Consider Media Studies at TAFE

Interested in Media? You may like to explore their Diploma of Screen and Media (Film & Television). Universities will assess your application for recognition of learning if you wish to go on and do a degree.

North Metropolitan TAFE Perth City Campus has great studios, sound and lighting equipment, industry contacts and lecturers.

Offsite Study Options for Year 11 and 12 Students 

For students who decide to pursue a senior secondary pathway other than studying 5 or 6 ATAR courses, John XXIII College partners with South and North Metropolitan TAFE Colleges as well as other private Registered Training Organisations (RTOs,) in order to offer Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students (VETDSS.) Our commonly used partners could include:

• North Metropolitan TAFE
• South Metropolitan TAFE
• FEC (Fremantle Education Centre)
• Diamond High Performance
• Health Science Hub

• Mount Pleasant College

   

Co-Payment

Please note that a co-payment will be required for offsite Certificate courses with annual fees exceeding $2000 per annum.

Students and families for whom following a pathway other than studying five or six ATAR courses is of interest are strongly encouraged to make an appointment with the Pathways and Transition team.

Jobs and Skills Centre for Apprenticeships and Traineeships 

Parents, employers and students can get free, government-funded information and guidance about apprenticeships and traineeships from one of the Jobs and Skills Centres.

If you think a trade or traineeship could be a good pathway for you, go to a Jobs and Skills Centre. 

Save money – Choose an apprenticeship on the priority list

Commonwealth Government Funding

The Australian Apprenticeships Priority List identifies courses eligible for fee-free courses and incentives to employers. There are 26 pages of Priority Occupations where there are skills shortages. 

You usually have to pay for the tools and equipment needed for the course, but there are no course fees. 

State government FREE VET pathways 

The West Australian government subsidises VET courses for occupations where we have specific skills shortages. See the Fee-free and low-fee course finder.

Year 7 - 10 Opportunities: 9 March Inspire in 5 STEM Careers Seminar

'Inspire in 5': A series of 5-minute career stories from WA's women in STEM professionals for high school students and their families.

Learn about careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths from the experts!

Join for a series of free presentations from some of WA's Women in STEM Mentors to learn about the endless opportunities a career in STEM can offer. You will hear firsthand what it’s like to work at the frontlines of innovation.

This event is for high school students in Years 7-10, their parents/guardians and teachers.

For more information and to book your tickets (get in fast!): www.innovatorsteaparty.org/events/inspire-in-5

Venue: Shenton College, 9 March, 6pm-7:30pm

Year 12 Students 2027 Opportunities: 31 March Applications Close Rotary Youth Exchange

Consider this opportunity to study abroad through an exchange program. Rotary Youth Exchange is run through Rotary clubs around the world. To find details about how to apply for 2027, go HERE.

Girls + Engineering Tomorrow (GET) for 2026

Applications close 5 April 2026

The GET Network is a 10-session program designed to support and inspire girls in Years 11 & 12 who are interested in exploring engineering. The program runs over Terms 2 & 3 at Curtin University on Saturday mornings, providing study support and opportunities to explore engineering through engaging workshops, mentors and study pathways.

The program will offer an opportunity to: 

• Meet like-minded peers
• Meet industry role models
• Connect with our university Student Mentors
• Participate in a range of engineering-themed activities and workshops

• Learn about engineering courses and careers

   

The program runs on Saturday mornings from May to September. Find details HERE.

2026 Years 11/12 College Curriculum Handbook

The John XXIII College Curriculum Handbook for Years 11 and 12 students can be found in the ‘School Documents’ section on SEQTA. 

2026 WACE Manual

The 2026 WACE Manual for Years 11 and 12 students can be found HERE. 

WA Police Recruitment Sessions 

Are you interested in learning more about a career with WA Police Force?

Recruitment information sessions are held at the WA Police Force Academy in Joondalup, where you can learn more about the application process and life as a police officer.

Their Recruiting Team will provide an overview of the selection process and training requirements. Register for the next session by going HERE.

Police Cadets

Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Australian Resident aged between 17 and 19.

Please note, applicants can apply at 16; however, they must be 17 years old upon selection to a Cadet school. Find details HERE.

The Morrisby Profile

All John XXIII College students in Years 10, 11 and 12 have completed their Morrisby Profile (in Years 9 or 10), providing a valuable resource for career exploration and pathway planning. Students are encouraged to log back into their Morrisby Profiles regularly to view new career matches and information. Morrisby can also be a useful tool for facilitating career discussions between young people and their parents.

Troubleshooting with logins, etc, can be directed to Mrs Bell, Head of Pathways and Transition.

MyFuture – your one-stop shop for career information

Do quizzes, watch career videos, check out courses, and what happens when you get into the job. MyFuture takes you on a career exploration pathway. 

• MyFuture is thorough and delivers loads of free information.
• It is supported by ALL Australian governments. 
• The information is not biased by someone trying to sell you something. 

• They have a strong privacy policy and DO NOT share your data. 

   

You can register HERE.

Your Career

Search industries and occupations to find a career that’s right for you and what you can do to get there. Take a career quiz. Explore fee-free TAFE. Take an interactive quiz to see what literacy and numeracy skills you’ll use in your chosen industry. 

Click HERE to explore.

Kalo Bell

Head of Pathways and Transition