Careers and Pathways
Gold Coast Army Reserve Information Session
Organisation: Australian Defence Force
Location: Gold Coast ADF Careers Centre
Date: April 3, 2025
Consider serving locally in the Army Reserve. You will be part of something exciting, challenging and rewarding all while learning new skills and giving back to the community - and tax-free pay!
To find out more about the rewarding challenges and experiences on offer, join us for a local info session.
Speak with current serving members about their own experiences and advice and learn about the wide range of part-time jobs available.
Year 11 – 12 Experience UniSQ, Springfield
Organisation: University of Southern Queensland
Location: UniSQ Springfield Campus
Date: April 4, 2025
Find out what university is all about at our Experience UniSQ Days. Designed for Year 11 or 12 students, our experience days are the perfect opportunity to explore your study options.
Choose from a range of hands-on sessions, including:
- Design and creative thinking
- What makes good writing? You be the judge.
- Can you identify a ‘criminal’?
Whether you're dreaming of a career solving global business problems, inspiring young minds, constructing the world we live in, or fighting for justice in a court room, there is no limit to what you can do with UniSQ by your side.
Simulated UCAT Day Workshop, Online
Organisation: National Institute of Education
Location: Online
Date: April 5, 2025
If you are in Years 10, 11, 12, or you may be older and considering sitting the UCAT in the future, then this program is for you. The Simulated UCAT Workshop program is ideal and often a necessary step towards effective and efficient preparation for the UCAT.
The workshop is primarily designed to cover fundamental techniques in navigating all five sections of the UCAT test and also for participants to gain a better understanding of their own level of preparedness for the test.
The program runs over one full day of UCAT training, and Part 2, which is a 3-hour session for students and parents.
Virtual Open Day 2025
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Online
Date: April 5, 2025
Experience Bond's deliberately different approach to learning at Virtual Open Day. Register to unlock exclusive content, available to you on-demand, and watch the broadcast streamed live from campus on Saturday, 5 April, 2025 from 12pm AEST.
See for yourself why the Gold Coast is Australia’s favourite classroom. From our personalised attention to our exceptional graduate outcomes, Virtual Open Day is the place to uncover everything Bond University has to offer.
QPS Community Safety & Career Expo – Surfers Paradise
Organisation: Queensland Police Service
Location: Surfers Paradise Beach
Date: April 5, 2025
Join us for the QPS Gold Coast Community Safety & Career Expo to connect with Queensland Police Service officers, and representatives from various emergency services and community groups.
Whether you are interested in community safety initiatives or curious about a career in policing or other emergency services, there is something for everyone at this family-friendly event.
Brisbane Defence Careers Information Session
Organisation: Australian Defence Force
Location: Brisbane ADF Careers Centre
Date: April 7, 2025
Consider a career like no other and represent Australia with pride in the Navy, Army or Air Force.
Speak with current serving personnel at our upcoming info session and ask your questions - is a career in the Australian Defence Force for you?
Next Week's Events
Discover ACU Brisbane
Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: ACU Brisbane Campus
Date: April 9, 2025
Experience university life firsthand at the 2025 Discover ACU. This free event, tailored to your specific study interests, offers an in-depth look at what it is like to be a university student.
At our Brisbane campus, you will find a range of engaging sessions on topics including business, education, nursing, midwifery, paramedicine, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, law, and criminology, plus guided campus tours.
Online Chat Session April
Organisation: CQUniversity
Location: Online
Date: April 10, 2025
Thinking about starting a TAFE or university qualification in 2025? If you’re considering studying with us at CQUniversity, you probably have a few questions about getting started.
Get to know CQU a little better at our April Online Chat Session on Thursday, 10 April at 3 pm AEST. All you need to do is head over to our CQUniversity Facebook page and send us a message during the session and you’ll receive real-time answers to all your questions.
Our team will be able to help you with information on your course of interest, pathway options, student support services, or anything else you might like to know about studying with us.
Bond Business School Year 12 Extension Program
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: April 11 to May 2, 2025
Get a head start on your studies with the Bond Business School Year 12 Extension Program, which comprises fast-paced and fun two-day workshops designed to prepare you for university life.
Facilitated by our world-class academics, the Extension Program offers an enriching opportunity that supports the existing Year 12 curriculum across areas such as business and maths. Faced with real-world situations, participants will hone their skills, problem solve, and work collaboratively with their peers. The Extension Program is free of charge to students.
Top performing students from the days will be awarded a part-fee scholarships exclusive to the Year 12 Extension Program.
Maths Stream Friday, 11 April and Saturday, 12 April, 2025
Business Stream Monday, 14 April and Tuesday, 15 April, 2025 Thursday, 1 May and Friday, 2 May, 2025
Future Events
UQ Career Pulse
Organisation: University of Queensland
Location: UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: April 24, 2025
Explore the exciting career paths open to you at UQ’s free, career-focused event for high school students.
- Hear from academic staff, industry professionals, UQ graduates and current students.
- Identify your strengths and interests and match these with future career opportunities.
- See UQ’s beautiful St Lucia campus and check out our state-of-the-art facilities.
You can nominate to attend up to 3 career-focused sessions out of our exciting and diverse program, with themes covering:
- Sustainability
- Innovation
- Technology
- Leadership
- Human connection
Health Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: April 26, 2025
Discover what it’s like to manage the care of real patients from start to finish through Bond’s Health Experience Day. This free event is your opportunity to consult with clinical doctors, physiotherapists, dietitians, occupational therapists, biomedical and exercise scientists, and other allied health professionals, to gain a deeper understanding of the different career options available in the health sciences.
You will take on the fictional role of healthcare advisor, working with patients to consolidate all their primary and allied health practitioner’s assessments, and will provide the next steps going forward in the management of these patients. Working with the health team and individual patients, you’ll determine the optimal courses of treatment for the best outcome.
Year 11 & 12 Masterclass – Gold Coast
Organisation: Southern Cross University
Location: SCU Gold Coast Campus
Date: April 29, 2025
Join us for Masterclass Day where you will take a deep dive into different study areas of your choice. Meet our students and academics, experience our campus facilities and learn more about university life on this interactive and fun day!
What can I expect?
- Live like a University student for the day and elect two interactive workshops in your preferred areas of study
- Experience our state-of-the-art campus facilities
- Meet inspiring people, from academics to current students
Registrations close Monday, 7th April.
May 2025 Open Day, Brisbane
Organisation: JMC Academy
Location: JMC Brisbane Campus
Date: May 3, 2025
This is your chance to see our multi-million dollar world-class facilities.
- Explore your creative future and learn about our courses
- Meet our current students and industry expert lecturers
- Check out live student performances
- Tour our world-class facilities and tech
- Speak to us about the admissions process
- Get hands-on with our interactive activations
Construction, Project Management & Property Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 8, 2025
Explore the fast-paced world of urban development, construction, and property at Bond University’s Construction, Project Management & Property Experience Day!
Returning on Thursday, May 8, 2025, this immersive event gives you the opportunity to gain valuable insights into Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Valuation, and Property Development—fields that are shaping Australia’s future and unlocking exciting career opportunities.
Throughout the day, you’ll hear from industry experts, discover real-world career pathways in our Salary & Career Insights Panel, and be inspired by Bond alumni sharing their journeys. Experience hands-on activities in our Experiential Showcase, engage with our Office of Future Students and Career Development Centre, and explore our world-class campus on a guided tour.
If you’re considering a future in the built environment industry, this is your chance to see where your passion can take you.
This free event is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 students, plus one parent per student.
Criminology Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 9, 2025
Step into the world of crime, justice, and criminal behaviour at Bond University’s Criminology Experience Day!
Returning on Friday, May 9, this immersive event gives you the opportunity to explore the field of criminology and criminal justice, uncovering how society responds to crime and the complexities of criminal behaviour.
Meet leading criminology academics, engage in interactive sessions, and discover how a criminology degree can lead to careers in criminal profiling, law enforcement, social work, policy reform, and more. Gain valuable insights into the real-world applications of criminology and how it shapes our justice system.
There’s no better way to explore your passion than by experiencing it firsthand. This free event is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 students, plus one parent per student.
Gold Coast Careers Festival 2025
Organisation: Study Gold Coast
Location: Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre
Date: May 14 to May 15, 2025
Your change to meet educators, local employers and training providers under one roof.
- Find out about studying at Griffith University, Bond University, Southern Cross University and TAFE Queensland
- Visit exhibitors from a wide range of institutions to learn more about possible study options
- Speak to Gold Coast employers to hear about opportunities – both current and future
- Speak with a Career Advisor about your career direction, job search or bring your resume for review
- Hear directly from current students on stage panels.
Gold Coast Mock Trial
Organisation: Southern Cross University
Location: SCU Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 15, 2025
Year 11 and 12 students with an interest in law can sign up to attend the Mock Trial, where you'll immerse yourself in a day in the life of a courtroom! Connect with Southern Cross University's inspiring academics and local legal professionals as you compete for the title of 2025 champion and the coveted winning trophy.
- Your chance to participate in a Mock Trial with real-life judges and magistrates
- Experience a courtroom
- Meet inspiring people, from academics, local professionals and current students
This event is now fully booked. Be sure to register early for the 2026 High School Mock Trial.
Creative Arts Open Day 2025
Organisation: Griffith University
Location: Griffith South Bank Campus
Date: May 18, 2025
Designed for those thinking of a creative career, Creative Arts Open Day is the best way to discover the variety of degree options from design, visual and creative arts, music and performing arts, film and animation, industrial design and architecture.
Immerse yourself in interactive workshops, demonstrations, studio and campus tours and info sessions, to learn more about your study and career options in the creative and performing arts.
Year 12 & Beyond – With ADHD
Organisation: Claire Pech Careers
Location: Online
Date: May 21 to May 29, 2025
Hosted by Claire Pech, CICA-Accredited Careers Practitioner, and Amanda Krulis, endorsed Organisational Psychologist.
Targeted to parents of students with ADHD in Year 12, this webinar will share insights and practical solutions for managing this critical year and beyond and making meaningful career decisions.
Topics covered:
- Understanding the characteristics of ADHD, debunking unhelpful myths
- Exploring the similarities & differences between ADHD at School vs. Tertiary
- Considerations for choosing further studies after Year 12
- Evaluating potential action plans & pathway options
- Understanding what adjustments/supports are available after 12 Year
- Creating insight & self-awareness around current ADHD status
- Essentials of Executive Functions, impact & creating a tailored toolkit for success
- Identifying & harnessing ADHD strengths
- Managing technology with ADHD
- Career planning with ADHD
- Strategies for parents to support their kids
- Q&A
Webinar dates Wednesday 21 May, 7.00pm - 8:30pm AEST Thursday 29 May, 7.00pm - 8:30pm AEST
Psychology Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 22, 2025
Unlock the mysteries of the mind at Bond University’s Psychology Experience Day!
Returning on Thursday, May 22, this immersive event offers you the chance to explore the fascinating world of psychology and discover what it’s like to study in one of Australia’s leading psychology programs.
Engage in hands-on activities that delve into human behaviour, social interactions, and the connection between psychology and technology. Connect with expert academics who are leading psychologists, learn about Bond’s APAC-accredited programs, and explore pathways to further study, including guaranteed entry into fourth-year psychology at the Bond University School of Psychology.
There’s no better way to ignite your passion than by experiencing it firsthand. This free event is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 students, plus one parent per student.
Communications Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 23, 2025
Step into the dynamic world of media, marketing, public relations, and digital storytelling at Bond University’s Communications Experience Day!
Join us on Friday, May 23, 2025, for an immersive day where you’ll explore the future of jobs in communications, gain insider knowledge from journalism and PR professionals, and dive into the exciting realms of advertising, interactive media, and podcasting.
Get hands-on with interactive activities, hear from industry experts about the evolving communications and media landscape, and discover how Bond’s cutting-edge programs can prepare you for a career in this fast-moving industry. Whether you’re passionate about crafting compelling stories, shaping public opinion, or creating engaging brand and marketing content, this event is your opportunity to experience it all first-hand.
This free event is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 students, plus one parent per student.
Destination Doctor
Organisation: CQUniversity
Location: CQU Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone & Rockhampton Campuses
Date: June 6 to June 18, 2025
For Year 10 students with a strong interest in medicine, explore a career in rural health with the Regional Medical Pathway through a series of immersive clinical skills sessions, guided by experienced academic, clinical and health professionals.
Destination Doctor offers you an exclusive opportunity for hands-on clinical workshops, such as blood typing, suturing, patient simulations, and vital signs assessment. Gain invaluable insights into the Regional Medical Pathway program directly from medical staff and current students.
Highlights:
- Engage in interactive workshops
- Connect with health professionals and current students to expand your understanding of the medical field.
- Learn about the application process and explore potential pathways.
- Receive a Certificate of Completion from the Regional Medical Pathway, enhancing your QTAC application.
Applications open in May 2025. For more information please contact Carrie Smith.
Emerald: Friday, 6 June, CQUniversity Emerald Campus Bundaberg: Tuesday, 10 June, CQUniversity Bundaberg Campus Gladstone: Tuesday, 17 June, CQUniversity Gladstone Campus Rockhampton: Wednesday, 18 June, CQUniversity Rockhampton Campus
Health Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: June 7, 2025
Discover what it’s like to manage the care of real patients from start to finish through Bond’s Health Experience Day. This free event is your opportunity to consult with clinical doctors, physiotherapists, dietitians, occupational therapists, biomedical and exercise scientists, and other allied health professionals, to gain a deeper understanding of the different career options available in the health sciences.
You will take on the fictional role of healthcare advisor, working with patients to consolidate all their primary and allied health practitioner’s assessments, and will provide the next steps going forward in the management of these patients. Working with the health team and individual patients, you’ll determine the optimal courses of treatment for the best outcome.
Online Campus Day
Organisation: Academy of Interactive Entertainment
Location: Online
Date: June 7, 2025
Discover the courses designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation, film and visual effects at the AIE Online Campus Day. AIE will be running this event for students interested in studying online. You will be able to meet our teachers, explore how classes will run, course options, career pathways and see our amazing student work.
We will be covering everything you need to know about the:
- careers in games and VFX that we train students for;
- studios and industries that we work with;
- courses we offer - from beginners to professional mastery, and;
- the software, skills and knowledge we teach.
Brisbane Careers & Employment Expo 2025
Organisation: Kym Jones Exhibitions
Location: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Date: June 12 to June 14, 2025
Queensland’s largest Careers & Employment Event is open on June 12 to 14, 2025 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. The Expo will host over 160 organisations and employers with career opportunities for all ages. Entry is free.
The event is for school students, parents, teachers, graduates, job seekers, people looking for courses and workers seeking new training options.
2025 WorldSkills Australia National Championships and Skills Show
Organisation: WorldSkills Australia
Location: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Date: June 12 to June 14, 2025
The National Championships is Australia’s biggest vocational education and excellence competition. Over three days at Skills Show Australia, selected Regional competitors are flown from around the country to showcase and benchmark their skills on the national stage competing against their industry peers from around the country.
When you attend a WorldSkills Australia National Championship, you’re not just witnessing some of Australia’s best trades and skills talent show off their talent - you’ll also:
- Try out a number of skills and trades at our Try a Skill booths
- Learn just how many career pathways are available to you via the vocational education and training
- Witness the best trainees and apprentices in Australia compete for gold
- Talk to the employers, training organisations and skills organisations who build opportunities in trades and skills
- Hear from industry leaders and WorldSkills success stories
- Get the information you need to make informed decisions about your education and career
It Takes a Spark STEM Conference, Brisbane
Organisation: Intuyu Consulting Pty Ltd
Location: Islamic College of Brisbane
Date: June 20, 2025
Most conferences currently being offered on STEM, STEAM and Entrepreneurship tend to be targeted towards teachers and involve a series of speakers and the occasional mini-workshops. This conference is designed to be different. This conference is designed by students and teachers for students and teachers.
The intent of the It Takes a Spark STEM Conference is to bring together Students (Year 4 to 10) and Teachers to connect with inspiring industry role models, share their current school based activities and projects using an authentic sharing and experiential model, create networks of teachers and student teams, and solve social justice design challenges.
The participation of the students is as important as teachers as our intent is to ignite, empower and nurture both to be leaders of STEM and Entrepreneurship within their schools. This is a conference designed and led by students and teachers for students and teachers.
Teachers will have both formal and informal opportunities to speak to other teachers who have enacted programs and activities in their schools and get their questions answered.
The Digi-Design workshops and Problem Solver design challenges are all hands-on so students and teachers will experience first-hand what it is like to be part of great STEM and entrepreneurial learning. This will spark new ideas about curriculum and pedagogy.
Mini-Spark STEM Conference, Brisbane
Organisation: Intuyu Consulting Pty Ltd
Location: Grace Lutheran College, Rothwell Campus
Date: June 25, 2025
Most conferences currently being offered on STEM, STEAM and Entrepreneurship tend to be targeted towards teachers and involve a series of speakers and the occasional mini-workshops. This conference is designed to be different. This conference is designed by students and teachers for students and teachers.
The intent of the It Takes a Spark STEM Conference is to bring together Students (Year 4 to 10) and Teachers to connect with inspiring industry role models, share their current school based activities and projects using an authentic sharing and experiential model, create networks of teachers and student teams, and solve social justice design challenges.
The theme of the Mini-Spark conference will highlight how STEAM is dynamic and fun and empowers and develops people to dream and shape the future.
Future Leaders Workshop
Organisation: University of Queensland
Location: UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: June 26, 2025
Hone your leadership leadership skills with this engaging and practical workshop.
- Develop leadership skills and the confidence to lead effectively
- Learn about the VESPA Framework, a powerful system providing vision, direction and energy
- Hear from influential keynote leadership speakers, including Lachie Smart, a record-breaking pilot and leadership speaker who became the youngest person to fly solo around the world
- Engage in interactive activities and connect with future leaders
- Connect with current UQ students and hear about their leadership journey
Open to year 11–12 students in a leadership position within your school or local community.
Schools must register students on their behalf. Registrations close Thursday 17 April 2025.
InspireU Health Science Camp
Organisation: University of Queensland
Location: UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: June 30 to July 5, 2025
Immerse yourself in a week-long university experience to learn about health sciences. Year 11–12 students will get to explore potential study options and gain practical insights into a range of disciplines.
- Participate in a week-long on-campus residential camp
- Attend engaging sessions to further understand health science
- Take part in practical, hands-on experiences
- Explore UQ facilities and services
- Connect with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
- Meet fellow high school students.
You're eligible if you:
- are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
- are enrolled in high school at the time of application
- are enrolled in ATAR subjects and eligible for an ATAR score
- have a school attendance rate of 90% or greater.
There are no costs for students. All reasonable costs for the camp, including all travel, flights, accommodation, meals and excursions are paid for by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU).
Applications close 16th May 2025.
InspireU Year 12 Camp
Organisation: University of Queensland
Location: UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: June 30 to July 5, 2025
Immerse yourself in a week-long residential camp to learn more about preparing for university at The University of Queensland's (UQ) St Lucia campus. You'll explore different study options plus learn about applying through QTAC, scholarships, financial assistance, admissions pathways, tutoring and accommodation.
- Participate in a week-long on-campus residential camp
- Attend engaging sessions to understand a range of disciplines
- Take part in practical, hands-on experiences
- Explore UQ facilities and services
- Connect with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
- Meet fellow high school students.
You're eligible if you:
- are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
- are enrolled in high school at the time of application
- are enrolled in ATAR subjects and eligible for an ATAR score
- have a school attendance rate of 90% or greater.
There are no costs for students. All reasonable costs for the camp, including all travel, flights, accommodation, meals and excursions, are paid for by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU).
Applications close 16th May 2025
Scholarships
CoLab Industry Scholarship
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Australia
Value: 25% tuition fee waiver
Open Date: May 1, 2025
Close Date: August 28, 2025
Competitions
Anzac Day Schools’ Awards
Organisation: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Location: Australia
Value: Up to $5,000
Open Date: October 1, 2024
Close Date: May 29, 2025
Plan Your Own Enterprise Competition 2025
Organisation: Business Educators Australasia Inc.
Location: Australia
Value: Up to $1,500
Open Date: March 10, 2025
Close Date: September 12, 2025
Gold Coast Army Reserve Information Session
Organisation: Australian Defence Force
Location: Gold Coast ADF Careers Centre
Date: April 3, 2025
Consider serving locally in the Army Reserve. You will be part of something exciting, challenging and rewarding all while learning new skills and giving back to the community - and tax-free pay!
To find out more about the rewarding challenges and experiences on offer, join us for a local info session.
Speak with current serving members about their own experiences and advice and learn about the wide range of part-time jobs available.
Year 11 – 12 Experience UniSQ, Springfield
Organisation: University of Southern Queensland
Location: UniSQ Springfield Campus
Date: April 4, 2025
Find out what university is all about at our Experience UniSQ Days. Designed for Year 11 or 12 students, our experience days are the perfect opportunity to explore your study options.
Choose from a range of hands-on sessions, including:
- Design and creative thinking
- What makes good writing? You be the judge.
- Can you identify a ‘criminal’?
Whether you're dreaming of a career solving global business problems, inspiring young minds, constructing the world we live in, or fighting for justice in a court room, there is no limit to what you can do with UniSQ by your side.
Simulated UCAT Day Workshop, Online
Organisation: National Institute of Education
Location: Online
Date: April 5, 2025
If you are in Years 10, 11, 12, or you may be older and considering sitting the UCAT in the future, then this program is for you. The Simulated UCAT Workshop program is ideal and often a necessary step towards effective and efficient preparation for the UCAT.
The workshop is primarily designed to cover fundamental techniques in navigating all five sections of the UCAT test and also for participants to gain a better understanding of their own level of preparedness for the test.
The program runs over one full day of UCAT training, and Part 2, which is a 3-hour session for students and parents.
Virtual Open Day 2025
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Online
Date: April 5, 2025
Experience Bond's deliberately different approach to learning at Virtual Open Day. Register to unlock exclusive content, available to you on-demand, and watch the broadcast streamed live from campus on Saturday, 5 April, 2025 from 12pm AEST.
See for yourself why the Gold Coast is Australia’s favourite classroom. From our personalised attention to our exceptional graduate outcomes, Virtual Open Day is the place to uncover everything Bond University has to offer.
QPS Community Safety & Career Expo – Surfers Paradise
Organisation: Queensland Police Service
Location: Surfers Paradise Beach
Date: April 5, 2025
Join us for the QPS Gold Coast Community Safety & Career Expo to connect with Queensland Police Service officers, and representatives from various emergency services and community groups.
Whether you are interested in community safety initiatives or curious about a career in policing or other emergency services, there is something for everyone at this family-friendly event.
Brisbane Defence Careers Information Session
Organisation: Australian Defence Force
Location: Brisbane ADF Careers Centre
Date: April 7, 2025
Consider a career like no other and represent Australia with pride in the Navy, Army or Air Force.
Speak with current serving personnel at our upcoming info session and ask your questions - is a career in the Australian Defence Force for you?
Next Week's Events
Discover ACU Brisbane
Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: ACU Brisbane Campus
Date: April 9, 2025
Experience university life firsthand at the 2025 Discover ACU. This free event, tailored to your specific study interests, offers an in-depth look at what it is like to be a university student.
At our Brisbane campus, you will find a range of engaging sessions on topics including business, education, nursing, midwifery, paramedicine, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, law, and criminology, plus guided campus tours.
Online Chat Session April
Organisation: CQUniversity
Location: Online
Date: April 10, 2025
Thinking about starting a TAFE or university qualification in 2025? If you’re considering studying with us at CQUniversity, you probably have a few questions about getting started.
Get to know CQU a little better at our April Online Chat Session on Thursday, 10 April at 3 pm AEST. All you need to do is head over to our CQUniversity Facebook page and send us a message during the session and you’ll receive real-time answers to all your questions.
Our team will be able to help you with information on your course of interest, pathway options, student support services, or anything else you might like to know about studying with us.
Bond Business School Year 12 Extension Program
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: April 11 to May 2, 2025
Get a head start on your studies with the Bond Business School Year 12 Extension Program, which comprises fast-paced and fun two-day workshops designed to prepare you for university life.
Facilitated by our world-class academics, the Extension Program offers an enriching opportunity that supports the existing Year 12 curriculum across areas such as business and maths. Faced with real-world situations, participants will hone their skills, problem solve, and work collaboratively with their peers. The Extension Program is free of charge to students.
Top performing students from the days will be awarded a part-fee scholarships exclusive to the Year 12 Extension Program.
Maths Stream Friday, 11 April and Saturday, 12 April, 2025
Business Stream Monday, 14 April and Tuesday, 15 April, 2025 Thursday, 1 May and Friday, 2 May, 2025
Future Events
UQ Career Pulse
Organisation: University of Queensland
Location: UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: April 24, 2025
Explore the exciting career paths open to you at UQ’s free, career-focused event for high school students.
- Hear from academic staff, industry professionals, UQ graduates and current students.
- Identify your strengths and interests and match these with future career opportunities.
- See UQ’s beautiful St Lucia campus and check out our state-of-the-art facilities.
You can nominate to attend up to 3 career-focused sessions out of our exciting and diverse program, with themes covering:
- Sustainability
- Innovation
- Technology
- Leadership
- Human connection
Health Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: April 26, 2025
Discover what it’s like to manage the care of real patients from start to finish through Bond’s Health Experience Day. This free event is your opportunity to consult with clinical doctors, physiotherapists, dietitians, occupational therapists, biomedical and exercise scientists, and other allied health professionals, to gain a deeper understanding of the different career options available in the health sciences.
You will take on the fictional role of healthcare advisor, working with patients to consolidate all their primary and allied health practitioner’s assessments, and will provide the next steps going forward in the management of these patients. Working with the health team and individual patients, you’ll determine the optimal courses of treatment for the best outcome.
Year 11 & 12 Masterclass – Gold Coast
Organisation: Southern Cross University
Location: SCU Gold Coast Campus
Date: April 29, 2025
Join us for Masterclass Day where you will take a deep dive into different study areas of your choice. Meet our students and academics, experience our campus facilities and learn more about university life on this interactive and fun day!
What can I expect?
- Live like a University student for the day and elect two interactive workshops in your preferred areas of study
- Experience our state-of-the-art campus facilities
- Meet inspiring people, from academics to current students
Registrations close Monday, 7th April.
May 2025 Open Day, Brisbane
Organisation: JMC Academy
Location: JMC Brisbane Campus
Date: May 3, 2025
This is your chance to see our multi-million dollar world-class facilities.
- Explore your creative future and learn about our courses
- Meet our current students and industry expert lecturers
- Check out live student performances
- Tour our world-class facilities and tech
- Speak to us about the admissions process
- Get hands-on with our interactive activations
Construction, Project Management & Property Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 8, 2025
Explore the fast-paced world of urban development, construction, and property at Bond University’s Construction, Project Management & Property Experience Day!
Returning on Thursday, May 8, 2025, this immersive event gives you the opportunity to gain valuable insights into Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Valuation, and Property Development—fields that are shaping Australia’s future and unlocking exciting career opportunities.
Throughout the day, you’ll hear from industry experts, discover real-world career pathways in our Salary & Career Insights Panel, and be inspired by Bond alumni sharing their journeys. Experience hands-on activities in our Experiential Showcase, engage with our Office of Future Students and Career Development Centre, and explore our world-class campus on a guided tour.
If you’re considering a future in the built environment industry, this is your chance to see where your passion can take you.
This free event is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 students, plus one parent per student.
Criminology Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 9, 2025
Step into the world of crime, justice, and criminal behaviour at Bond University’s Criminology Experience Day!
Returning on Friday, May 9, this immersive event gives you the opportunity to explore the field of criminology and criminal justice, uncovering how society responds to crime and the complexities of criminal behaviour.
Meet leading criminology academics, engage in interactive sessions, and discover how a criminology degree can lead to careers in criminal profiling, law enforcement, social work, policy reform, and more. Gain valuable insights into the real-world applications of criminology and how it shapes our justice system.
There’s no better way to explore your passion than by experiencing it firsthand. This free event is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 students, plus one parent per student.
Gold Coast Careers Festival 2025
Organisation: Study Gold Coast
Location: Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre
Date: May 14 to May 15, 2025
Your change to meet educators, local employers and training providers under one roof.
- Find out about studying at Griffith University, Bond University, Southern Cross University and TAFE Queensland
- Visit exhibitors from a wide range of institutions to learn more about possible study options
- Speak to Gold Coast employers to hear about opportunities – both current and future
- Speak with a Career Advisor about your career direction, job search or bring your resume for review
- Hear directly from current students on stage panels.
Gold Coast Mock Trial
Organisation: Southern Cross University
Location: SCU Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 15, 2025
Year 11 and 12 students with an interest in law can sign up to attend the Mock Trial, where you'll immerse yourself in a day in the life of a courtroom! Connect with Southern Cross University's inspiring academics and local legal professionals as you compete for the title of 2025 champion and the coveted winning trophy.
- Your chance to participate in a Mock Trial with real-life judges and magistrates
- Experience a courtroom
- Meet inspiring people, from academics, local professionals and current students
This event is now fully booked. Be sure to register early for the 2026 High School Mock Trial.
Creative Arts Open Day 2025
Organisation: Griffith University
Location: Griffith South Bank Campus
Date: May 18, 2025
Designed for those thinking of a creative career, Creative Arts Open Day is the best way to discover the variety of degree options from design, visual and creative arts, music and performing arts, film and animation, industrial design and architecture.
Immerse yourself in interactive workshops, demonstrations, studio and campus tours and info sessions, to learn more about your study and career options in the creative and performing arts.
Year 12 & Beyond – With ADHD
Organisation: Claire Pech Careers
Location: Online
Date: May 21 to May 29, 2025
Hosted by Claire Pech, CICA-Accredited Careers Practitioner, and Amanda Krulis, endorsed Organisational Psychologist.
Targeted to parents of students with ADHD in Year 12, this webinar will share insights and practical solutions for managing this critical year and beyond and making meaningful career decisions.
Topics covered:
- Understanding the characteristics of ADHD, debunking unhelpful myths
- Exploring the similarities & differences between ADHD at School vs. Tertiary
- Considerations for choosing further studies after Year 12
- Evaluating potential action plans & pathway options
- Understanding what adjustments/supports are available after 12 Year
- Creating insight & self-awareness around current ADHD status
- Essentials of Executive Functions, impact & creating a tailored toolkit for success
- Identifying & harnessing ADHD strengths
- Managing technology with ADHD
- Career planning with ADHD
- Strategies for parents to support their kids
- Q&A
Webinar dates Wednesday 21 May, 7.00pm - 8:30pm AEST Thursday 29 May, 7.00pm - 8:30pm AEST
Psychology Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 22, 2025
Unlock the mysteries of the mind at Bond University’s Psychology Experience Day!
Returning on Thursday, May 22, this immersive event offers you the chance to explore the fascinating world of psychology and discover what it’s like to study in one of Australia’s leading psychology programs.
Engage in hands-on activities that delve into human behaviour, social interactions, and the connection between psychology and technology. Connect with expert academics who are leading psychologists, learn about Bond’s APAC-accredited programs, and explore pathways to further study, including guaranteed entry into fourth-year psychology at the Bond University School of Psychology.
There’s no better way to ignite your passion than by experiencing it firsthand. This free event is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 students, plus one parent per student.
Communications Experience Day
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Bond Gold Coast Campus
Date: May 23, 2025
Step into the dynamic world of media, marketing, public relations, and digital storytelling at Bond University’s Communications Experience Day!
Join us on Friday, May 23, 2025, for an immersive day where you’ll explore the future of jobs in communications, gain insider knowledge from journalism and PR professionals, and dive into the exciting realms of advertising, interactive media, and podcasting.
Get hands-on with interactive activities, hear from industry experts about the evolving communications and media landscape, and discover how Bond’s cutting-edge programs can prepare you for a career in this fast-moving industry. Whether you’re passionate about crafting compelling stories, shaping public opinion, or creating engaging brand and marketing content, this event is your opportunity to experience it all first-hand.
This free event is open to Year 10, 11, and 12 students, plus one parent per student.
Destination Doctor
Organisation: CQUniversity
Location: CQU Bundaberg, Emerald, Gladstone & Rockhampton Campuses
Date: June 6 to June 18, 2025
For Year 10 students with a strong interest in medicine, explore a career in rural health with the Regional Medical Pathway through a series of immersive clinical skills sessions, guided by experienced academic, clinical and health professionals.
Destination Doctor offers you an exclusive opportunity for hands-on clinical workshops, such as blood typing, suturing, patient simulations, and vital signs assessment. Gain invaluable insights into the Regional Medical Pathway program directly from medical staff and current students.
Highlights:
- Engage in interactive workshops
- Connect with health professionals and current students to expand your understanding of the medical field.
- Learn about the application process and explore potential pathways.
- Receive a Certificate of Completion from the Regional Medical Pathway, enhancing your QTAC application.
Applications open in May 2025. For more information please contact Carrie Smith.
Emerald: Friday, 6 June, CQUniversity Emerald Campus Bundaberg: Tuesday, 10 June, CQUniversity Bundaberg Campus Gladstone: Tuesday, 17 June, CQUniversity Gladstone Campus Rockhampton: Wednesday, 18 June, CQUniversity Rockhampton Campus
Future Leaders Workshop
Organisation: University of Queensland
Location: UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: June 26, 2025
Hone your leadership leadership skills with this engaging and practical workshop.
- Develop leadership skills and the confidence to lead effectively
- Learn about the VESPA Framework, a powerful system providing vision, direction and energy
- Hear from influential keynote leadership speakers, including Lachie Smart, a record-breaking pilot and leadership speaker who became the youngest person to fly solo around the world
- Engage in interactive activities and connect with future leaders
- Connect with current UQ students and hear about their leadership journey
Open to year 11–12 students in a leadership position within your school or local community.
Schools must register students on their behalf. Registrations close Thursday 17 April 2025.
InspireU Health Science Camp
Organisation: University of Queensland
Location: UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: June 30 to July 5, 2025
Immerse yourself in a week-long university experience to learn about health sciences. Year 11–12 students will get to explore potential study options and gain practical insights into a range of disciplines.
- Participate in a week-long on-campus residential camp
- Attend engaging sessions to further understand health science
- Take part in practical, hands-on experiences
- Explore UQ facilities and services
- Connect with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
- Meet fellow high school students.
You're eligible if you:
- are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
- are enrolled in high school at the time of application
- are enrolled in ATAR subjects and eligible for an ATAR score
- have a school attendance rate of 90% or greater.
There are no costs for students. All reasonable costs for the camp, including all travel, flights, accommodation, meals and excursions are paid for by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU).
Applications close 16th May 2025.
InspireU Year 12 Camp
Organisation: University of Queensland
Location: UQ St Lucia Campus
Date: June 30 to July 5, 2025
Immerse yourself in a week-long residential camp to learn more about preparing for university at The University of Queensland's (UQ) St Lucia campus. You'll explore different study options plus learn about applying through QTAC, scholarships, financial assistance, admissions pathways, tutoring and accommodation.
- Participate in a week-long on-campus residential camp
- Attend engaging sessions to understand a range of disciplines
- Take part in practical, hands-on experiences
- Explore UQ facilities and services
- Connect with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
- Meet fellow high school students.
You're eligible if you:
- are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
- are enrolled in high school at the time of application
- are enrolled in ATAR subjects and eligible for an ATAR score
- have a school attendance rate of 90% or greater.
There are no costs for students. All reasonable costs for the camp, including all travel, flights, accommodation, meals and excursions, are paid for by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU).
Applications close 16th May 2025
Scholarships
CoLab Industry Scholarship
Organisation: Bond University
Location: Australia
Value: 25% tuition fee waiver
Open Date: May 1, 2025
Close Date: August 28, 2025
Competitions
Anzac Day Schools’ Awards
Organisation: Department of Veterans' Affairs
Location: Australia
Value: Up to $5,000
Open Date: October 1, 2024
Close Date: May 29, 2025
Plan Your Own Enterprise Competition 2025
Organisation: Business Educators Australasia Inc.
Location: Australia
Value: Up to $1,500
Open Date: March 10, 2025
Close Date: September 12, 2025