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Term 4, Week 2 – 2026

Year 10 – Interview Ready: Preparation, Practice and Communication

This week in MyPath, Year 10 students focused on developing their interview skills through the lesson Interview Ready: Preparation, Practice and Communication. Students explored how to prepare for a job interview, communicate effectively and present themselves confidently to a potential employer. The lesson builds on their previous work developing resumes and cover letters, helping students prepare for casual employment and future career opportunities.

Year 11 – WorkSafe SmartMove Certificates

This week, Year 11 students worked on completing their WorkSafe SmartMove certificates, developing their understanding of workplace health and safety. The online training introduces students to workplace hazards, safety procedures and their rights and responsibilities as employees. These certificates provide valuable preparation for students entering part-time employment, Workplace Learning, apprenticeships or other training pathways.

Students who have not yet completed their certificates are encouraged to finalise the required modules.

Year 12 – Preparing for the Next Chapter

With Year 12 drawing to a close, we congratulate the boys on reaching this important milestone in their schooling.

For our ATAR students, the final WACE examinations are approaching and we wish them every success with their preparation and exams.

Students planning to attend university should continue monitoring their applications and offers, while those considering TAFE, apprenticeships, traineeships or employment are encouraged to keep exploring opportunities and progressing their applications. The Careers Team remains available to assist students with their post-school plans.

We wish all our Year 12 students every success with their examinations and the exciting opportunities ahead.

TISC – Important Dates for Year 12

The first round of TISC early conditional offers was released on 5 October. Students who received an offer should carefully review its conditions and any instructions provided by the university.

Students who did not receive an early offer should not be discouraged. There are further opportunities to receive offers through the university admissions process.

Upcoming dates include:

• 27 November – Education Access Scheme: Deadline for applications and supporting documents for Main Round consideration.
• 2 December – Final Early Conditional Offer Round: Eligible Year 12 applicants may receive a conditional offer.
• 9 December – Supporting Documents: Deadline to upload supporting documents to guarantee consideration in the Main Round.
• 20 December – ATAR Results: WA ATAR results and Universities Admission Advice Letters become available. This is also the deadline to apply or change preferences for Main Round consideration.
• 24 December – Main Round Offers: University offers are released.
• 13 January 2027 – Second Round Preference Deadline: Final opportunity to apply or change preferences for Second Round consideration.
• 20 January 2027 – Second Round Offers: Second Round university offers are released.

Students are reminded to keep their TISC preferences in the order of the courses they most want to study, regularly check their emails and respond to any requests for additional information.

View TISC Important Dates

The Good Universities Guide 2026 Rankings 

These rankings are for university undergraduate courses in Western Australia. There have been some significant changes over the past year.

You can find the Good Universities Guide rankings HERE.

Upcoming Events & Opportunities

UWA Agricultural Science Immersion Day

Saturday 24 October | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

UWA Crawley Campus

UWA's School of Agriculture and Environment is hosting an interactive immersion day for Year 10–12 students interested in agriculture, agricultural technology and related career pathways.

Students will have the opportunity to:

• Explore drones, digital agriculture technologies and farming simulations
• Participate in hands-on activities including soil mapping and programming
• Meet UWA academics and current students
• Learn about university courses and career pathways in agriculture

This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, Geography or the environment to discover how these areas are transforming modern agriculture.

Places are limited and registration is essential.

Register for the UWA Agricultural Science Immersion Day

Career Spotlight – Agricultural Science & Agribusiness

When students think about careers in agriculture, they often picture traditional farming. However, modern agriculture is increasingly driven by science, technology, engineering, data, business and environmental management.

Agricultural scientists and agribusiness professionals work across a wide range of industries, from improving food production and developing sustainable farming practices to managing agricultural businesses, supply chains and emerging technologies.

What Careers Are Available?

• Agronomist: Advises farmers on crop production, soil health, fertilisers and pest management.
• Agricultural Scientist: Researches ways to improve agricultural productivity, sustainability and food production.
• Precision Agriculture Specialist: Uses drones, GPS, sensors and data to improve farming efficiency.
• Soil Scientist: Studies soil properties and develops strategies to maintain healthy and productive soils.
• Agricultural Engineer: Designs and improves machinery, irrigation systems and agricultural technologies.
• Agribusiness Manager: Oversees the financial, operational and commercial aspects of agricultural businesses.
• Agricultural Commodity Trader: Works in the buying, selling and marketing of agricultural products, including grain and livestock.

Who Might Enjoy These Careers?

Agricultural Science may appeal to students who enjoy Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Technology or the environment.

Agribusiness may interest students who enjoy Business, Economics, Mathematics, management or entrepreneurship.

Careers in these fields can offer a combination of outdoor fieldwork, scientific investigation, technology, business management and practical problem-solving.

Study and Career Pathways

Students interested in Agricultural Science and Agribusiness can explore a range of university and VET pathways in Western Australia.

• UWA:Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Bachelor of Agribusiness, covering agricultural production, sustainability, business management and agricultural economics.
• Curtin University: Agricultural Science and Bachelor of Agribusiness, combining agricultural science with technology, business and industry experience.
• Murdoch University: Bachelor of Agricultural Science and Bachelor of Agricultural Science / Bachelor of Business, offering practical agricultural training and opportunities to develop business and management skills.

VET qualifications and traineeships in agriculture, horticulture and land management provide additional pathways into the industry.

Agriculture is an important part of the Western Australian economy, and advances in automation, robotics, drones, biotechnology and sustainable farming are creating opportunities for people with a wide range of skills.

Careers Newsletter

The attached newsletter has a good write-up with information about some great new courses and assured pathways.

There is plenty of news so please have a good read and enjoy!

As always, the Careers Team is available to support students and families with pathway planning, university applications, scholarships and career advice.

Tyrone Tuohy

Careers and Pathways Coordinator