Tax File Number (TFN)

Any student will need at tax file number if he/she starts work (part-time and full-time) and all students planning on a tertiary education require one when they start. Importantly, current Year 12 students are reminded that they cannot enrol in a CSP (Commonwealth Support Place) course at university without a Tax File Number, so it is worthwhile getting an application submitted early. Apply for a TFN | Australian Taxation Office

Victoria Police Careers Information Session

Victoria Police is hosting an exclusive Careers Information Session for members of the community who are interested in a career with Victoria Police.

Come along and learn more about the recruitment process, training at the Police Academy, general duties policing, career pathways, specialty units and more.

Date: Thursday 15 February 2024

Time: 5.00pm - 7.00pm

Venue: Victoria Police Centre, 311 Spencer Street Docklands

This is a unique opportunity to observe the exciting world of policing. Members of the public are not usually granted access to the VPC, so get excited about this chance and grab a ticket.

To find out more, and to reserve a ticket, visit Victoria Police Careers Information Session

Careers in Aviation in the Navy

Helicopters are critical to Navy operations, delivering supplies, personnel, resources, and defensive capability. Our Pilots fly sophisticated aircraft such as the MH-60R and EC135 Helicopters and are complemented in the cockpit by Helicopter Mission Commanders who oversee navigation and weapon systems.

Experience some of the world's most technologically advanced helicopters, choosing from a variety of exciting roles in the cockpit, in the workshop, or in support.

Browse Navy - Aviation Information and watch the useful videos, etc. Also browse Navy - Aviation Jobs to gain an insight into the various jobs on offer.

The Hansen Scholarship 2024

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.

Each year the University of Melbourne recognises talented students from around Australia who have demonstrated resilience to adversity, and a commitment to supporting others. Through fully funded accommodation at Little Hall, tailored mentoring and extracurricular activities, and focused financial support, Hansen Scholars are equipped with the skills and knowledge to make an impact at Melbourne and beyond. The scholarship is worth up to $108,000. Eligible applicants must be Australian or PR citizens, be on track to achieve a minimum ATAR of 90.00, and experience financial challenges, e.g. applicant or their 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:

guaranteed accommodation at Little Hall, at no charge, for the standard full-time, three-year undergraduate degree;
an allowance of up to $4000 per year for general living expenses for the standard full-time duration of the undergraduate degree;
access to a mentoring program, pastoral care, and development programs available to all students at Little Hall as well as a tailored program of mentoring and support exclusively for Hansen Scholars;
a comprehensive and bespoke mentoring program will connect recipients to leaders in their chosen field, while program patron Jane Hansen AO will offer sponsorship and support

Applications open on 5 February 2024, and close on 3 April 2024.

Find out more, including answers to FAQs, information about the program patron, and current Hansen Scholar profiles, at The Hansen Scholarship Program.

HMAS Cerberus Open Day 2024

The HMAS Cerberus Open Day is returning Sunday 3 March 2024.

This is an exciting opportunity for students to learn more about what life is like in the Australian Defence Force.

On the day, attendees will meet and hear from current serving Navy personnel in leadership, trade, communications, IT and intelligence roles. Attending the HMAS Cerberus Open Day will allow students to learn about what opportunities and unique experiences are available to them with a career in the Navy.

The event will be free to attend with detailed information to follow in the coming months.

Date: Sunday 3 March 2024

Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm

Venue: HMAS Cerberus, Main Entrance, Sheean Avenue, Cerberus VIC 3920

Register at HMAS Cerberus Open Day 2024

Nuclear-Powered Submarine Student Pathways

The Australian Government is investing $128.5 million to support 4,001 commencing Commonwealth supported places (CSPs) over 2024 to 2027.

Growing a qualified and experienced STEM workforce to support Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine enterprise is a national priority. The scale of work required to support the enterprise will be unlike any previous shipbuilding program in Australian history and will deliver career and job opportunities for generations.

These additional places will develop a pipeline of highly-skilled STEM graduates who will strengthen Australia’s sovereign capabilities.

In Victoria, the following two universities were allocated places in relevant STEM areas for 2024:

Tertiary Provider	Places allocated
RMIT University	426
The University of Melbourne	300

Students are encouraged to browse Nuclear-Powered Submarine Student Pathways to find out more about this initiative, all the tertiary institutions that have been allocated places, and read through the FAQ’s too.

Note: The University of Melbourne very recently introduced its Science (Nuclear-Powered Submarine Student Pathways) course through VTAC. The Bachelor of Science (Nuclear-Powered Submarine Student Pathways) provides the opportunity for students to undertake studies that meet the future Science workforce needs of the Australian Submarine Agency. Students who graduate from the Bachelor of Science (Nuclear-Powered Submarine Student Pathways) may choose to enrol in the Masters of Science in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Mathematics and Statistics, Data Science or Physics.

Students are encouraged to browse Bachelor of Science.

The Australian Government is also offering STEM cadetships to eligible participants, comprising 60 paid work placement days (approx. $12,000 per annum), reimbursement for books and resources up to $1,000, a $3,000 bursary, mentorships and career opportunities in Defence.

Eligibility to apply requires applicants to:

be an Australian citizen
be enrolled in a relevant STEM degree
have already completed at least 12 months of the degree at the time of the application
must still have at least 12 months of the course to complete at the time of the cadetship program commencement.

New Bachelor of International Relations

The Faculty of Arts has introduced a new course in 2024 -the Bachelor of International Relations at the Clayton Campus. This three-year specialist degree, delivered at the Clayton campus, focuses on the study of power, governance, conflict and cooperation.

An international study tour option is available as well as access to internships, the Global Immersion Guarantee and progression to the fast-tracked Master's option. Students can take units from one of five streams with the option to complete two specialist streams to further develop their knowledge.

The specialist streams are:

Peace, Conflict and Security
Policy and Governance
Comparative Politics
Development, Rights and Gender
Climate Futures

The VCE prerequisites are: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 27 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL. The ATAR for 2024 is 75.60.

Students are encouraged to browse the above link to learn more.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURSES IN VICTORIA IN 2024

Photography courses are offered at a number of institutions in Victoria. Many of these courses are listed below. Log onto VTAC to find out more about these courses and many others on offer.

UNIVERSITY	COURSE & VCE PREREQUISITE SUBJECTS	SELECTION CRITERIA FOR 2024
Collarts	Bachelor of Arts (Photography)/Diploma of Arts (Photography) (Successful completion of Year 12)	Selection:Folio and Interview
Deakin University	Bachelor of Creative Arts (Photography Major) (Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.)	Selection:ATAR
Northern College of the Arts and Technology	Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging/Diploma of Photography and Digital Imaging(Successful completion of Year 12)	Selection:Supplementary form, interview,folio and folio presentation
Photographic Studies College	Bachelor of Photography (Successful completion of Year 12)	Selection: Supplementary form, Interview, Folio and Folio presentation
Photographic Studies College	Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging (Successful completion of Year 12)	Selection:Interview and Folio
RMIT University	Bachelor of Arts (Photography)(Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL)	Selection: Selection task, Folio presentation and Interview (short-listed applicants only)
RMIT University	Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging (Successful completion of Year 12)	Selection: VTAC Personal statement
Swinburne University	Certificate IV in Photography and Digital Imaging (Successful completion of Year 11)Diploma of Photography and Digital Imaging (Successful completion of Cert IV in Photography)	Selection: Pre-Training Review (PTR)
University of Melbourne	Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art) (major in Photography)(Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL)	Selection:Supplementary form, Interview and Folio presentation

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