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Friday 6 February

  Dates to Diarise in Term 1

• Victorian Careers and Employment Expo – 19 to 21 March 2026

What is My Career Insights – Morrisby Program - GSSC 2026

My Career Insights is a program for all Year 9 students in Victorian Government secondary schools.  It was designed to help your child to make informed choices about subject selection, vocational education and training, senior secondary school certificates and further study. This program recognises the importance of developing career planning skills including an awareness of individual strengths and preferences as part of the overall career planning process for young people. This program is designed  to support current career education programs within the school and to be a lifelong career tool that can be revisited and updated.

In weeks 5 and 6 of Term 1 students will be undertaking the profile stage of this program in their Humanities classes. The interviews where they meet with a qualified Morrisby Careers counsellor will then take place later in the year in Term 3 and 4. Students need a parent consent to complete the full version of the program. This can be done via Compass (event) or a hard copy can be collected from Careers staff at the school.

If you have any further information about the program feel free to contact your neighbourhood Careers practitioner.

Biyala – Felicity Cummins

Dharnya – Susan Barr

Bayuna – Dan Watson

 MySCI Science Holiday Program

MYSci is a three-day science program specifically designed for students who are in Year 11 and 12 in 2026.  Delivered at Monash University’s Clayton Campus, the program offers participants a unique opportunity to engage deeply with science in a university research environment.

This program schedule will include:

• hands-on workshops
• access to state-of-the-art teaching facilities
• opportunity to meet research scientists and academic staff
• guided exploration of potential science and STEM career pathways
• activities with the Young Scientists of Australia
• structured social activities

Date: Wednesday 8 - Friday 10 April 2026

Location: Monash Science Precinct, Clayton Campus Monash University

Cost: $125 per student

Places are limited so register soon at MySCI Science 2026. 

 Bachelor of Circus Arts

The Bachelor of Circus Arts is designed to educate, develop and nurture highly skilled contemporary circus artists who can work as independent artists or as members of an ensemble and pursue careers in the national and global circus industry.  The Bachelor of Circus is taught at the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA) - an internationally renowned Centre of Excellence based in Melbourne.  NICA is located in a custom-built, creative learning space in Prahran.  Find out more at National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA). 

 The Hansen Scholarship for 2027

Each year we recognise talented students from around Australia who have demonstrated resilience to adversity, and a commitment to supporting others. 

The Hansen Scholarship Program was first introduced in 2020, and it offers talented students from around Australia a generous package of accommodation, financial support, mentoring and pastoral care. Valued at over $100,000, the Hansen Scholarship Program aspires to nurture and significantly expand the horizons of Australian students who may otherwise struggle to access a high-quality university education.  Eligibility criteria includes: the applicant must experience financial circumstances that present a challenge to attending The University of Melbourne (applicant or family receive Centrelink benefits).

Selection is based on:

• Track record of academic excellence and a commitment to academic success in university studies
• Demonstrated ability to achieve success in the face of adversity and overcome obstacles
• Demonstrated ability to apply skills and strengths towards activities which benefit others
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and lead those around you
• Likelihood of thriving as a Hansen Scholar and actively contributing to the Hansen Scholarship Program

Benefits of the scholarship include – 

• A standard room for 52 weeks each year, at no charge, for the standard full-time, three-year undergraduate degree at Little Hall residence in Lincoln Square South
• A living allowance of $4200 per year for the duration of the scholarship
• Full fee remission for asylum seekers who would otherwise have to pay international fees
• A one-time grant of up to $4000 to support an approved activity for the Scholar’s development such as an international exchange, an international subject, an internship or similar role
• Access to pastoral care and academic programs available to all students at Little Hall as well as a tailored program of enrichment activities, mentoring and support exclusively for Hansen Scholars
• Priority access to graduate accommodation at Little Hall should the Hansen Scholar wish to pursue graduate studies at Melbourne after completing their undergraduate degree
• Next Steps funding after completion of the scholar's undergraduate degree (competitive process to apply for up to $25,000 for a career-related activity)

Applications open on 2 February 2026, and close on 30 March 2026.  Find out more, including answers to FAQs, at The Hansen Scholarship Program. 

Tuckwell Scholarship for 2027

The Tuckwell Scholarship Program at the ANU is the most transformational undergraduate scholarship program in Australia.  A Tuckwell is not just about a students’ intellect.  It is also about their desire and determination to use their natural abilities to realise their full potential so that they can make a difference in the world. Up to 25 talented and motivated students from across the country are awarded a Tuckwell, giving them with the opportunity to realise their potential by providing them with financial support, personal enrichment, and development opportunities.  All up one could say, this is no ordinary scholarship!

All eligible applicants are considered against four criteria:

1. Academic potential and achievements;
2. Other significant achievements of any type;
3. Demonstration of the Tuckwell Attributes; and
4. Connection and commitment to Australia.

Tuckwell Scholar students receive:

• $27,600 per annum (2026 rate) (increasing annually) for the length of your undergraduate degree program (studying full-time), to cover on-campus residential costs, books and general living expenses.
• a one-off payment of $1,500 relocation grant for first year Scholars.
• guaranteed access to ANU-approved student accommodation.
• travel allowances to assist with your move to Canberra and to support two annual return journeys (e.g. airfares) between your home and the University for each year of your degree.
• an allowance to help cover the transport costs for your parents to attend Commencement Weekend at the start of the program, and
• an ANU Sports Centre membership.

Applications will open on 2 March 2026, and close on 13 April 2026. Until applications open, interested students are encouraged to read the Tuckwell 2027 Application Guide, to familiarise themselves with the application process, and discuss their interest, suitability and eligibility for the Scholarship with a teacher or the Careers Practitioner.

ANU Open Day 2026

Get ready to explore a world of possibilities.  ANU Open Day is your chance to discover new passions and world-class teaching and research.  Immerse yourself in our supportive community and learn how we'll prepare you for exciting careers.

Date: Saturday 28 March 2026

Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm

Exciting opportunity: Register to attend ANU Open Day on Saturday 28 March 2026 and go into the draw to win a trip for two to Canberra, including flights/transport, two nights' accommodation and a free campus lunch.  Register and find out more here. 

Aviation Courses in Victoria in 2026

The aviation industry is not only about pilots and flight attendants, but also includes aircraft manufacturing, ground crew, management, customer service, cargo and logistics…the list goes on.  Below are a number of courses offered in Victoria.  For a comprehensive list of all courses, their majors, and double degrees on offer, visit VTAC.

Snapshot of Bond University in 2026

• A High Rating University

In the 2026 Good Universities Guide, Bond University was awarded 5-star ratings in the Educational Experience category with 5 stars being the maximum rating awarded. The QS star rankings were similar.

1.   Student Support                            
2.   Teaching Quality
3.   Overall Experience                       
4.   Learner Engagement
5.  Learning Resources                    
6.   Skills Development
7.  Student Teacher Ratio

Our rankings | Bond University

• Accelerated degrees

Graduate up to 12 months ahead of the rest by studying three semesters per year and earn an income up to a year ahead of graduates from other universities. Students learn from world-renowned, highly qualified academics and high-level corporate and government consultants who take a hands-on role in guiding students’ career paths.

• Core Curriculum

The Core Curriculum, embedded in each undergraduate program, establishes and begins the development of essential graduate attributes, supports students’ capacity to acquire the knowledge and skills taught in their discipline-specific coursework, and prepares graduates to translate these capabilities into successful professional and personal lives.

• Leadership Development

Part of Bond University’s unique approach is to help students develop a strong foundation of key leadership attributes that will prepare them for career success, regardless of which field of study they choose.

• Study facilities

Bond not only has state-of-the-art facilities, but it also offers unprecedented access to them.  This means students can apply their profession as they learn it, in an environment far more akin to the real thing.

• Industry Experience Program

Bond is committed to producing graduates who are “ready to hit the ground running”.  The Industry Experience Program (IEP) provides a vital link between employers and students that can result in a mutually beneficial partnership. 

• Beyond Bond

A practical, activity-based program that extends across the duration of all undergraduate degrees, as a mandatory degree requirement, ensuring all Bond students engage in various extra-curricular activities that complement their academic studies.

• Clubs and societies

Students have access to many sporting and social clubs, fitness centres, cafes, restaurants, and support services on offer, all available on campus.

• Bond alumni

Bond has a global network of 33,000 alumni, which is active in over 120 countries around the world, so students can be connected practically anywhere their ambition may take them.