Jane Hedley, Head of Pathways and Transition, can be contacted on (08) 9383 0416 or pathways@johnxxiii.edu.au. You can make an appointment to see Ms Hedley using this booking link (which is also on the student SEQTA Splash page).

In this week’s Pathways and Transition newsletter read about:

Careers resources for families
University news
Scholarships
Australian Defence Force careers
Medicine news
Training and VET news
Growth and development opportunities
Gap year Information
People with a disability news
Weekly spotlight: The University of Melbourne

FOR FAMILIES

Year 10 Information Handbook 2025

School Curriculum and Standards Authority – Year 10 Information Handbook 2025 is now available. CLICK HERE to access the handbook.

Offsite Study Options for John XXIII College Senior Secondary Students (Years 11 and 12)

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 include:

RTO	Courses
North Metropolitan TAFE (2026 guide yet to be released)	Trades; Creative Industries; Engineering and Mining; Education; Horticulture and Conservation; Hospitality and Events; Laboratory Operations; Library Services; Networking and Security.
South Metropolitan TAFE (2026 guide yet to be released)	Trades; Aerospace, Maritime and Logistics; Agriculture, Animals, Science and The Environment; Creative Industries; Education and Community Services; Engineering and Mining; Health, Beauty and Fitness; Hospitality, Tourism and Events; ICT, Library and Digital
FEC (Fremantle Education Centre)	Business; Education Support; Early Childhood Education; Community Services
Diamond Fitness	Health and Fitness, Sports Management
Health Science Hub	Health and Nursing; Forensic Science; Exercise Science; Animal and Marine Science; Psychology and Mental Health
Mount Pleasant College	Game Design and Animation; Media; Design; Screen and Media; Music; Sound

Co-payment

Please note that a co-payment will be required for off-site Certificate courses with annual fees exceeding $2,000 per annum.

Students and families for whom following a pathway other than studying 5 or 6 ATAR courses is of interest are strongly encouraged to meet with Ms Jane Hedley, Head of Pathways and Transition, to discuss. Here is Ms. Hedley’s booking link

2025 WACE Manual for Years 11 and 12

The WACE Manual 2025 describes policies and procedures to be followed in relation to achieving the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) in 2025.

Schools will work to ensure that all students are enrolled in accordance with these Guidelines. Parents can download their own copy of the manual HERE.

Year 12 SCSA Information Handbook 2025, Part 1

The Year 12 handbook is provided in two parts, with Part I for all Year 12 students, including information about:

key dates that are important for you this year
what is involved in the WASSA and the WACE
the student portal and the WACE Checker
equivalences and how they can count towards your WACE
school-based assessment and how it works
examinations (the focus of Part II, available in July) general advice on life as a Year 12 student.

Download the Handbook HERE.

ECU Parents’ Guide to University Study

ECU’s new Parents’ Guide to University Study assists parents to understand some of the mysteries of higher education. This guide can assist parents with information including how to choose a course, how to get into university, how their child will be supported, how to apply and where they will study their course.

The new guide also discusses how to have a great university experience, and highlights ECU’s commitment to ensuring every student has the best possible experience when they study with us. Check it out HERE.

Curtin Year 10 Guide

The Curtin Year 10 Guide identifies all of the prerequisites that are essential for Curtin undergraduate degrees.

Science courses, for example, traditionally have a maths prerequisite and some require chemistry.

In addition to essential prerequisites, to be accepted into a course, there may also be desirable subjects.

Environmental Science at Curtin has Maths Methods and Chemistry as prerequisites and it also has Biology as a desirable subject.

In addition to providing the essential subjects required for each course and the subjects that are desirable, the Guide also has information about equity services.

Check it out HERE.

There is also course selection information HERE.

First in Family site

Students who are planning to go to uni and their families can also check out the First in Family site.

The Morrisby Profile

All John XXIII College students in Years 10, 11 and 12 have completed their Morrisby Profile (in Years 9 or 10) and have a valuable resource to delve into 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 to facilitate career discussions between young people and their parents. Troubleshooting with logins can be directed to Ms Hedley, Head of Pathways and Transition.

MyFuture – your one stop shop for career information

Do quizzes, watch career videos, check out courses, and see 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 – The home of career information

Search industries and occupations to find a career that’s right for you and what you can do to get there. 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.

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.

UNIVERSITY NEWS

Early offers

University of Western Australia; Curtin University, ECU, Murdoch University:

Applications for courses participating in early offers at UWA, Curtin, ECU and Murdoch are now open. Offers will not be made until 1 September. Generally, courses with limited places (e.g., Medicine, Veterinary Science) do not make early offers; students applying to such courses need to wait until the main round of offers on 24 December to know the outcome of their application. For more information about specific courses excluded from early offers, check university websites. TISC early offers will be made based on final Year 11 results. Most early offers will be conditional; students should read their offer letter carefully to understand the conditions. To lodge an application via TISCOnline, students can follow these instructions. TISC’s key dates can be viewed HERE.

TISC’s admission requirements for school leavers completing Year 12 in 2025, (e.g. English competency requirements, portfolio entry options etc.,) can be viewed HERE.

Students intending to use their Certificate IV or Diploma qualification, or their completed Curtin Uni Ready Enabling Program, for entry to WA university courses in 2026 must indicate in their TISC application that they are studying a VET qualification or tertiary preparation/enabling course and must upload their certificate of completion into their TISC application, once they obtain it.

Students wishing to apply to WAAPA courses must apply directly through ECU/WAAPA’s website and should expect to undergo an audition or submit a portfolio of work.

Notre Dame's Young Achievers Early Offer Program

Year 12 students studying 4 or more ATAR courses may now apply for courses at the University of Notre Dame Fremantle via their Young Achievers Early Offer Program. This includes applications to places in capped and high-demand programs such as Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy. Students only need to apply once; completed applications will be kept for consideration in future offer rounds. Offers will not be made until 1 September. Applications are accessible online via the NDU website. Further information can be found at NDU’s dedicated Young Achievers Early Offer webpage.

Unique student identifier (USI)

All students completing a TISC application or applying to TAFE will need a USI. Students can create a USI here. A form of identification, e.g., a driver’s license or Medicare card, is required to create a USI. Students who suspect they already have a USI can relocate their USI here.

TISC and University Student Presentations

The College is holding the following information sessions for all Year 12 students during Cura Personalis periods in Term 2 and Term 3:

26 June - TISC presentation
3 July - UWA presentation
24 July - NDU/Curtin presentation
21 August - ECU/Murdoch presentation

Years 11 and 12 students are also invited to visit the John XXIII College Pathway Planning Expo in the TMEC during lunchtime on Monday, 16 June (Week 8). All WA universities, TAFEs, and private RTOs will be present.

University Advisory Sessions

The Pathways and Transition team is organising one-to-one university advisory sessions for Year 12 students who wish to utilise them. The advisory sessions are planned as follows:

28 July – NDU
29 July – UWA
12 August – Curtin

Advisory sessions will take place at the College, before school, during study periods or General classes. Interested students must fill out this Expression of Interest form. Mrs. Kelli Beaton will be in touch with students who have expressed their interest via email. EOI close on Monday, 30 June.

Early Offer Programs in other Australian States

Download the attached PDF to learn more about other early offer schemes across Australia.

TISC Education Access Scheme

If factors outside of your control have significantly impacted your education and ultimately your ability to meet university admission criteria, you may be eligible to apply for special consideration for your university application via the TISC Education Access Scheme.

Someone in the family may have been sick, or you may have been going through a family breakup, you may have had to shift because of the housing crisis, or you may have been impacted by a health concern or disability. There are many triggers that may cause you to achieve a lower ATAR than you had hoped to achieve.

Many students who may be eligible for special considerations don’t know about this opportunity.

Check out the Educational Access Scheme HERE.

29 July ECU WAAPA Arts & Cultural Management and Production Information Evening

Arts and Cultural Management prepares students for exciting and challenging careers in the arts and entertainment industries. Our Production and Design programs prepare students for a range of technical live production careers.

Register HERE.

Apply Now for UWA Music Auditions for 2026

Auditions: Saturday 20 September & Monday 1 December 2025

UWA’s flexible, innovative course structure gives music students the opportunity to tailor their study pathway and achieve their unique goals, guided by some of Australia’s leading musicians and artists! Whether your passion is Performance or Composition/Songwriting, Classical, Contemporary, Music Theatre or Electronic Music, UWA has a tradition of supporting outstanding artists to succeed. Apply for an audition HERE.

29 July Murdoch Application Support Session

Join Murdoch University and the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre for a Step-By-Step application support session. We'll cover:

Course options
Understanding ATAR outcomes
Using alternative pathways & Cert IV
Key dates
Fees & scholarships
Orientation

Register HERE.

Register Now 1 August Scholarship Information Session

Find the right scholarship
Types of Scholarships
Hot to apply
Submitting an application

5.30pm to 6.30pm Online information Register HERE.

ACAP University College Open Day

Organisation: ACAP University College

Location: ACAP Perth Campus

Date: 16 August 2025

Open Day is your chance to experience the ACAP difference and find your path in the applied professions. Whether you’re interested in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Criminology, Law, or Business, ACAP is your pathway to making a difference.

Be part of a workshop, meet our industry-renowned facilitators, and hear all about life as an ACAP student. Join us for a day of exploration and inspiration!

Find out more and register

SAE University College Open Day

Organisation: SAE University College

Location: SAE Perth Campus

Date: 16 August 2025

We’re opening the doors to the campus for our biggest event of the year – Open Day!

Come and tour our facilities, speak to faculty members, meet current students, and find out everything you need to know about studying at SAE.

If you’re considering studying creative media, come along to SAE’s Open Day to speak to our experienced team and learn how you can pursue your passion in this dynamic and expanding industry.

Find out more and register

Murdoch Open Night (Nursing focus)

Organisation: Murdoch University

Location: Murdoch Perth Campus

Date: 27 August 2025

Discover Nursing at Murdoch University and explore alternative entry pathways into uni at our South Street campus!

Join us at Murdoch University's South Street Campus and discover your future career in Nursing.

Gain hands-on experience as you rotate through a number of engaging activities including a tour though our state-of-the-art facilities including our Simulation Lab.

Find out more and register

2026 Undergraduate Course Guides (WA Universities)

Notre Dame Adjustment Factors

Notre Dame’s “Adjustment Factors” are designed to ensure every student has the opportunity to achieve their goal of gaining entry to or pursuing study at Notre Dame.

Applicants can receive up to 5 adjustment factor points from each of the categories below to a maximum of 10 points:

Individual factors – personal qualities, work and life experience
Equity adjustments – Apply via TISC Educational Access Scheme
Elite athletics or artistic performance
University priority groups – Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, Defence Force personal
Subject performance
Location – some areas have been designated as disadvantaged.

News from Monash University

Access Monash Seminars

The Access Monash Online Seminars are led by experienced Access Monash mentors, giving students valuable first-hand insight into the university. Mentors provide handy tips and tricks and insider knowledge to assist students in their decision-making for the future.

Browse Access Monash Online Seminars to find out more about these seminars, which are particularly for Year 11 and 12 students on Wednesday evenings.

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Panel

Wednesday, 6 August

5:00pm – 6:00 pm

Register here

Science Student Panel

Wednesday, 13 August,

5:00pm – 6:00pm

Register here

The University of Sydney undergraduate events

The University of Sydney will run dozens of on-campus and online events for those interested in studying at USYD. Check out their undergraduate events page to book in.

University Rankings

Read about how WA universities performed, according to student satisfaction data, in the Good Universities Guide and via QILT/CompareEd.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Register for Scholarship Alerts

You can create scholarship alerts through the Good Universities Guide and Curtin. They send you emails so that you get information about scholarships as they come up:

WiseTech Software Developer – Earn & Learn

An opportunity for school leavers who love IT

Wisetech Global is offering an excellent opportunity for Australian school leavers who want a career in Information Communications Technology.

WiseTech has partnered with the University of Technology Sydney to offer 100 paid places to Year 12 graduates who want to study a computer science degree while working at one of Australia’s top IT companies. Successful applicants have their university fees paid, and they get paid as they work and study.

If you are interested in exploring IT, check out the Wisetech Grok Academy free IT learning resources.

Apply for the 2026 program HERE. Contact studentengagement@wisetechglobal.com

2026 John Curtin Scholarship Program

Investing in future leaders

The 2026 John Curtin Scholarship Program is now open for applications.

The program invests in future leaders who will apply their academic abilities, personal attributes and passion to lead and inspire positive change.

Scholars will receive:

a high level of financial support over the duration of their undergraduate studies.
funding toward an international study experience.
opportunities to develop the personal qualities to become a future leader and to inspire change.
a closely connected community of scholars and alumni that offers ongoing mentorship and inspiration to achieve excellence.

High school principals are invited to nominate students in the top 5% of the school’s graduating year who can demonstrate academic excellence, leadership qualities and engagement in community service.

Student to action:

Eligible and interested students should let Mr Smith know ASAP if they wish to be nominated for this scholarship. Students submit their own online application with the school nomination form and reference letter, along with their school reports, achievement list and essay/statement.

Online applications close for this program on 10 September 2025.

Explore the Curtin Scholarships website

Curtin 2026 Excellence Scholarship

The Curtin Excellence Scholarship has been developed for students who have demonstrated academic excellence through their ATAR in 2025 and want to pursue study at Curtin University.

Application forms are not required; students apply by selecting an eligible Curtin degree through TISC as their first preference by the scholarship closing date.

Students who receive the StepUp bonus and therefore achieve the required ATAR will be eligible for this scholarship. Check the details HERE.

ECU Executive Dean Elite Engineering Scholarship and Engineering Excellence Scholarships

Do you excel academically, display leadership and are considered a great role model for students and others in your community?

In school, are you recognised for your commitment to community service and your ability to inspire others?

If so, you could be a candidate for ECU’s Executive Dean Elite Engineering Scholarship.

CLICK HERE to find out more and apply.

ECU is also offering scholarships valued at up to $20,000 to high performing Year 12 students who have achieved an ATAR of 94 or above and wish to study the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) course in 2026. This scholarship will support your study in some of the best equipped, industry-grade engineering labs in Australia, work on real-world projects, and develop strong contacts through industry engagements, events and internships. CLICK HERE to find out more and apply.

Murdoch Ngala Kwop Biddi Brighter Futures Scholarship

Murdoch University has, from its foundation in 1974, been a university of difference associated with environment and conservation, social justice and inclusion.

The Ngala Kwop Biddi Brighter Futures Scholarship aligns with the University’s strategic themes of Sustainability, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and First Nations. Each Western Australian Secondary School will be able to nominate one of their graduating Year 12 students, who by their leadership and activity has effected positive change in their School or community, related to one of the three strategic themes.

Learn more and apply HERE.

Bond University Scholarships

Set yourself on a standout path with a scholarship to study at Bond University. With a generous program made up of a range of scholarships, it’s Bond’s privilege to be able to support the journeys of the best and brightest Bondies each semester.

Bond’s scholarship offering awards both Australian and international students across all study levels the chance to receive reduced tuition fees for the duration of their degree. Bond have a range of full-fee scholarships available to domestic students only, and part-fee scholarships for both domestic and international students. Bond scholarships are designed to reward and recognise students who have excelled in the areas of academia, leadership, community engagement, and sport. Bond’s Vynka Hohnen scholarship is exclusively for Western Australian students.

Discover Bond’s diverse range of scholarships, and learn more about the application process HERE.

Pinnacles Foundation Scholarship 2026

Value $8,400

To be considered, you need to be 18 on 20 January 2026, undertaking fulltime studies at a public tertiary institution (including TAFE or university) and identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community.

We provide educational scholarships, mentoring and opportunities for young LGBTQIA+ Australians to realise their full potential. Scholarships are awarded for fulltime study at public institutions of higher education in Australia, for the purpose of gaining an educational or vocational qualification in any profession, trade or the arts.

Applications Close 31 August. Get details and apply HERE.

Elevate: Boosting Women in STEM Scholarships

Organisation: Australian Academy of Technological Sciences & Engineering

Location: Australia

Open Date: 1 May 2025

Close Date: 1 September 2025

Find out more

UNSW Co-op Program

Organisation: University of New South Wales

Location: Australia

Value: Up to $21,600 AUD per year

Open Date: 1 May 2025

Close Date:  30 September 2025

Find out more

AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE CAREERS

ADFA Open Day 2025

Organisation: Australian Defence Force Academy

Location: ADFA Canberra Campus & Online

Date: 16 August 2025

Join us online or in person for ADFA Open Day to learn about life on campus and how you can receive a fully funded UNSW degree.

Don’t worry if you can’t make it in person, you can still attend ADFA Virtual Open Day online. Register now to reserve your spot at the online event, or join us in person with no registration required.

On the day, you will have the chance to:

Explore world-class UNSW degrees, with information sessions about Business, Arts, Science, Engineering, Computing and Cyber Security.
Learn about military training, studying and life on campus from current ADFA Trainee Officers.
Watch a range of exciting military displays from Navy, Army and Air Force.
Take a tour of the campus, and much more.

Find out more and register

Women in Defence Industry Scholarship

Delivered in partnership with industry, the Women in Defence Industry Scholarship provides six months of free technical engineering and electronics training, or cyber security and electronics training to prepare you for employment in WA’s booming defence industry.

There are fully funded scholarship places available for women of all ages and backgrounds who have just finished school, are returning to work, or are seeking a career change.

Find details HERE.

Defence Force Gap Year

If you are not sure what you want to do next year, check out the Defence Force Gap Year program.

You get paid.
You have somewhere to live.
You learn new skills.
You travel and you meet new people.

The website is great, with personal stories from young people who are actually doing the Gap Year.

There are 22 career paths to choose from. Check them out HERE.

Become a Cadet

Schools and community groups run cadet programs in the Navy, Army and Air Force.

Join your school cadet program or go here to find a community cadet program.

Defence Force Work Experience

Defence Work Experience Program provides young Australians interested in Defence as a future career, the opportunity to sample life in Defence and learn more about the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian Public Service (APS).

The Defence Work Experience Program is pleased to advise that Defence is offering opportunities for work experience activities. As placements are planned and confirmed, they will be advertised through the “Placements” tab. We encourage you to check the website regularly.

Immersive Days for School Students

Click here to browse face-to-face and online events from ADF Careers. Events take place every week regularly and are repeated throughout the year. Here are some happening soon:

Job Name

Closing

Action

Air Force Careers Day: RAAF Base Pearce (September) Job Ref - WEP/00667/25

Air Force
Bullsbrook, WA
2 September 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

20-Jul-2025

11:30 PM (AEST)

A Day in the Life of a Soldier: Irwin Barracks (August) Job Ref - WEP/00778/25

Army Karrakatta, WA
21 August 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

22-Jul-2025

11:30 PM (AEST)

Navy Careers Experience: HMAS Stirling (September) Job Ref - WEP/00660/25

Navy Garden Island, WA
08 - 10 September 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

27-Jul-2025

11:30 PM (AEST)

A Day in the Life of a Soldier: Irwin Barracks (September) Job Ref - WEP/00780/25

Army Karrakatta, WA
11 September 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

27-Jul-2025

11:30 PM (AEST)

A day in the Life of a Solider: Irwin Barracks (October) Job Ref - WEP/00781/25

Army Karrakatta, WA
23 October 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

31-Aug-2025

11:30 PM (AEST)

Navy Careers Experience: HMAS Stirling (November) Job Ref - WEP/00661/25

Navy Garden Island, WA
3 - 5 November 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

07-Sep-2025

11:30 PM (AEST)

Air Force Careers Day: RAAF Base Pearce (October) Job Ref - WEP/00669/25

Air Force Bullsbrook, WA
21 October 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

07-Sep-2025

11:30 PM (AEST)

Exercise First Look: Indigenous Youth Placement - Soldier: Army Logistics Training Centre (October) Job Ref - WEP/03747/25

Army Bandiana, VIC
20 - 24 October 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

07-Sep-2025

11:30 PM (AEST)

A Day in the Life of a Soldier: Irwin Barracks (November) Job Ref - WEP/00785/25

Army Karrakatta, WA
20 November 2025

Information Pack (PDF)

05-Oct-2025

11:30 PM (AEDT)

Part Time Army for 17+ year olds

If you would like to join the army on a part-time basis, consider joining the Army Reserves.

You can choose to work from 20 – 100 days per year, in a block or on weekends.

The hours are flexible, and training is provided.

Check out what being a reservist involves HERE.

Have Defence Pay For Your Degree

The ADF can pay students a salary and benefits while they study at university.

Aviation.
Engineering.
Software engineering.
Systems engineering.
Information technology.
Cybersecurity.
Space studies.
Data science.

Find details HERE.

Australian Defence Force Academy

Have your career paid for and earn a salary while you complete your degree at the University of NSW in Canberra.

You can study lots of courses in the ADF; the video on the webpage has a medical and a dental student talking about their pathways.

Check out the opportunities HERE. Then make an appointment to see an ADF recruitment officer.

MEDICINE NEWS

Medicine Information Session 2025

Students can register for immediate access to NDU’s medicine information session 2025 on-demand.

This comprehensive webinar provides Year 12 students and their families with current pathway information alongside first-hand insights into the program at our Fremantle, Sydney and Broome campuses from current students and faculty.

Watch online

2025 Guide to Studying Medicine from Study Work Grow

Medicine Matrix

The document below shows all Medicine study options, Australia-wide.

Dentistry Matrix

The document below shows all Dentistry study options, Australia-wide.

Apply Now - Dates for Curtin Medicine Casper Test

If you will be applying to Curtin University Medicine (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), apart from the UCAT, applicants will also need to register and complete the Casper Test.

The Casper Test is held nationally and is sat online from home.
Applicants are responsible for making their own arrangements to register for the Casper Test. Please refer to the Acuity Insights website to register for the test.

Available Casper test dates for Curtin Medicine:

5 August 2025 at 7:00pm (AEST)
11 September 2025 at 7:00pm (AEST)
5 October 2025 at 10:00am (AEDT)

All admission information for domestic and international students, including details about the requirement to sit the Casper Test can be found via the Curtin University School of Medicine webpage.

Medical exam preparation

Curtin and UWA recommend that applicants for medicine in 2026 do the many online training programs that are on the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) site. There were three providers of preparation for the UCAT test at the Expo.

You can find them HERE.

National Institute of Education (NIE) Offerings

Future Doctors Program: Medicine (4-day attendance: Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne).
Academic Insights Program: Medicine, Psychology Engineering, Business Management, Creative Writing and Veterinary Studies (11-day residential summer holiday program in Sydney).
Intensive Interview Preparation Workshop
UCAT Preparation Workshop - 4 UCAT sections covered + full mock exam under timed conditions + introduction to medical interviews.
UCAT Training Course - various levels of preparation and options available to meet individual student needs.

Simulated UCAT Day Workshop, Online

Organisation: National Institute of Education

Location: Online

Date: June 22 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.

Find out more and register

2025 Medicine - University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) Dates

If you want to apply for medicine in 2026, you will need to undertake a UCAT assessment. Book (when bookings open) via the UCAT ANZ website.

These are the important dates for UCAT in 2025:

Concession Scheme opensAccess Arrangements open	3 February 2025
BOOKING OPENS	4 March 2025
Concession application deadline	9 May 2025
Access Arrangements application deadline	16 May 2025
BOOKING DEADLINE	16 May 2025
Late booking deadline	30 May 2025
FINAL late booking deadline	6 June 2025
Cancellation deadline	11 June 2025
Testing begins	1 July 2025
Last testing date	5 August 2025
Results delivered to universities	Early September 2025

St George’s University Medicine Program

Recruiters from St George’s University of Granada have recently been in Perth promoting their International School of Medicine.

There are significant scholarships available for first-year students from Australia.

You can find details HERE.

Year 12 Opportunities

Curtin Entry to Medicine for 2026

In Western Australia, only Curtin University takes students into medicine straight from school.

Candidates from rural and regional areas and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and those from disadvantaged backgrounds will be prioritised.

Rural and remote applicants: The Medicine Faculty at Curtin is keen to address the shortage of doctors in the bush in WA. Contact Associate Professor Keith McNaught - Rural Academic Lead, Curtin Medical School at Keith.Mcnaught@curtin.edu.au

Application Process

Applicants need to have an ATAR of 95 or higher, including Chemistry with a final score of 50 or higher. (See P4 of the Admission Guide for details.)
A competitive score on the Universal Clinical Aptitude Test. Bookings for the Test open 4 March. Testing begins 1 July.
Applicants then take the Casper Test which was introduced by Curtin last year.
Finalists then undertake Multiple Mini Interviews (See P8 of the Guide)

Please refer to the Domestic admissions guide for information.

School leavers with an outstanding ATAR may be granted an Assured Pathway into post-graduated medicine or dentistry degrees at UWA.

University of Notre Dame Pathways to Medicine 2025

You can find details of how to apply in the University of Notre Dame Pathways to Medicine 2025 handbook.

Work experience options for future medicine students

When it comes to a career in medicine, gaining first-hand experience early on can be invaluable. Work experience, including volunteering, offers you a chance to step into the shoes of medical professionals, providing insights that textbooks simply can't replicate. Read this article from Study Work Grow to gain some work experience ideas for students who are thinking of studying medicine in the future. A reminder that John XXIII College students following a Uni Direct Pathway must organise their own work experience outside of the school term.

TRAINING AND VET NEWS

Get paid to train with NETTS

The National Energy Technician Training Scheme is an innovative collaboration between major energy organisations and Programmed to build a skilled, diverse, and capable workforce for the future of the energy industry. The NETTS Apprenticeships are offered over a four-year period and include training at ACEPT TAFE, as well as on-the-job training across a number of host sites.

For more information and to apply CLICK HERE

CTF Scholarships 2026 - EOI open

The CTF Construction Career Scholarship for 2026 is open for Expressions of interest and is bigger than ever, with more options available throughout Perth Metro and the Southwest!

The Construction Careers Scholarship Program, offered annually by the Construction Training Fund (CTF), has been running since 2017. It supports Western Australian Year 11 and 12 students who are enthusiastic about the building industry. This scholarship aims to give students the best opportunity to secure an apprenticeship and build a successful career in construction. Many students have successfully secured apprenticeships through this program and have progressed in their careers within industry.

Who can apply?

Commencing Year 11 and 12 Students in 2026
Students must be enrolled in school throughout the program.

What’s available?

Building and Construction technical Support (para professions) Building and construction Technical Support for those budding office-based construction professionals.
Carpentry.
Plumbing.
Bricklaying.
Tiling.
Wall and ceiling lining.
Civil construction.
Solid wall plastering.
Civil construction.

How can my students apply?

Students with guardians’ consent can register their interest on the website CTF Construction Career Scholarships
Closes 31 August 2025 Training providers will receive all EOI’s first week in September.
Students will be contacting by their preferred Training provider.
Limited spots available.

What does the course cover?

All tuition fees.
Uniform inclusive of PPE.
Mentoring.

New Apprentice and Trainee Connect Providers

These are the WA organisations that connect apprentices and trainees with employers, and that support them through their training.

Apprentice Connect Australia Providers formerly the Australian Apprentice Support Network.

BUSY At Work – The Apprenticeship Community (Women in male-dominated trades specialist) 13 28 79, Perth and Surrounds
Apprenticeship Support Australia (ASA) (Clean Energy specialist) 1300 363 831 Perth and Surrounds, Outback Western Australia
Apprenticeship Support Australia (ASA) (First Nations specialist) 1300 363 831 Perth and Surrounds, Outback Western Australia
Apprenticeship Support Australia (ASA) (Women in male-dominated trades specialist) 1300 363 831, Perth and Surrounds, Outback Western Australia
BUSY At Work – The Apprenticeship Community (Generalist) 13 28 79, Perth and Surrounds
Apprenticeship Support Australia (ASA) (Generalist) 1300 363 831 Perth and Surrounds, Outback Western Australia
MEGT (Australia) Ltd (Generalist) 13 6963 Perth and Surrounds, Outback Western Australia

Apprenticeship Support Australia Intake Guide

The Apprenticeship Support Australia booklet is great for West Australian students thinking of an apprenticeship or traineeship. You can find it HERE.

Green Future Apprenticeships

Australia is gearing up to have skills required for green futures. Apprenticeship Support Australia has been identified to provide information and support to help West Australians to fill jobs of the future.

You can register for information HERE.

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

7 July Notre Dame Architecture Winter School

Get a taste of the Bachelor of Arts (Architecture) and find out what it’s like to study, work, and create amazing built environments as an architect!

When: Monday, July 7 2025 - Friday, July 11 2025

Time: 9:00am — 1:00pm

Where: The University of Notre Dame Australia, 4 High St, Fremantle WA

Cost: $350. All materials and refreshments provided.

You’ll meet professional architects, create architecture models and drawings, explore the ways people and nature can thrive together, and photograph architecture around the vibrant City of Fremantle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn about what makes architecture such a rewarding career and hear from current students about life here at Notre Dame.

Register HERE.

MasterMind JULY 2025 HOLIDAY PROGRAMS

REVISION, EXAM PREPARATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

MasterMind have a number of courses running to assist students to achieve the best possible academic results in their Term 3 and final year exams. Open the attached flyers for more information and to register.

Christ Church Grammar School (Monday, 7 to Friday,11 July)

ATAR Revision and Exam preparation for Years 11 and 12 students only (10 hours).
OLNA Preparation (10 hours)
Essay Writing and Study Skills programs for Years 7-12 students (5 hours).

Hale School (Monday, 14 to Friday, 18 July)

Essay Writing and Study Skills programs for Years 7-12 students (5 hours).
Subject revision for Years 7-10 students (10 hours).

ATAR Revision and Exam preparation for students in Years 11 and 12 (10 hours).

Work Experience and Apprenticeships with Australian Signals Directorate

The Australian Signals Directorate is the high-tech government security agency that protects the Australian Government and Australian Defence Force.

Work Experience: Applications Close 3 August.

High performing Year 11 and 12 students who want a STEM career can apply for a week long work experience opportunity at the Australian Cyber Security Centre in Canberra. ASD Cyber Security and Robotics Work Experience Program

ASD Apprenticeship Program

We are looking for Apprentices who are interested in careers in areas including:

Students can undertake their apprenticeship in Western Australia. Applications for 2027 will open in early 2026. Find details HERE.

Try ASD Puzzles and challenges.

Study in the UK

NYSF STEM Hub, Perth

Organisation: National Youth Science Forum

Location: Perth

Date: July, 7 to 11 2025

The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) STEM Hubs provide students with the opportunity to broaden their understanding of the diverse range of study and career options available in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), and to encourage continued studies in these fields.

As part of the STEM Hub experience, you can:

participate in tours of science and technology facilities,
learn about cutting-edge research,
engage with industry partners and research providers,
learn about university, training and STEM career pathways,
mix with other like-minded students from all over Australia, and
attend social events.

If you are a year 10, year 11 or year 12 student in 2025 in Australia with an interest in STEM, we welcome you to the NYSF STEM Hubs!

Registrations close Friday, 20 June.

Find out more and register

2026 National Youth Science Forum Year 12 Program

Organisation: National Youth Science Forum

Location: ANU Acton Campus & UQ St Lucia Campus

Date: January, 6 to January, 21 2026

Are you in Year 11 in 2025? Apply now to join us in January!

The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Year 12 Program gives students who are about to start Year 12 a broader understanding of study and career options available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

Staying on campus at university colleges, students are immersed in science and technology. Participants:

participate in tours of science and technology facilities,
learn about cutting-edge research,
engage with industry partners and research providers,
learn about university, training and STEM career pathways,
mix with like-minded students their age from all over Australia,
participate in social and team building activities, and
network with former NYSF participants.

In January 2026, the NYSF Year 12 Program will run two summer sessions at:

The Australian National University, Canberra (6 –14 January 2026)
The University of Queensland, Brisbane (13 – 21 January 2026)

As part of the application process, any students experiencing financial hardship or another disadvantage that negatively impacts their ability to attend the program may apply for an NYSF Access and Equity Scholarship.

We also encourage students to seek financial support from NYSF’s founding partner, Rotary. Many Rotary Clubs are familiar with the NYSF and able to offer some level of funding or assist students to fundraise to attend. You can use the Rotary Club Finder to search for your local Club.

Applications close 20 June 2025. You will be advised of the outcome of your application by mid-August.

Find out more and register

School Leaver and Undergraduate Program 2026

Are you ready to discover endless possibilities?

SW is a mid-market accounting firm operating in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth with over 400 people and 41 Partners nationally. Its purpose is building lasting relationships with its clients and people to achieve shared success. SW prides itself on providing its employees with an environment that supports their growth and wellbeing. Plus, we have fun, we have weekly lunch, social sport and social club events to make sure we connect with our colleagues.

SW has been recognised as a Graduate and Intern Employer of Choice for multiple years running as compiled by the Australian Association of Graduate Employers (AAGE) and the Australian Financial Review.

SW has newly created two Undergraduate Programs, specifically designed for students currently completing Year 12, and currently studying economics, accounting, or business management.

The School Leaver program (non-degree pathway) is a 2-year undergraduate initiative combining full-time work with structured education through Chartered Accounting Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) via direct entry (i.e., without completing a degree). Following completion of the program, students will satisfy the requirements to enter into the CA Program (Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting). This program allows students to bypass university, fast-tracking their Professional Services career and saving on University fees.

The undergraduate program (university pathway) is a 4-year undergraduate initiative combining part-time work with structured education through University. This allows students to work in a field relevant to their University degree, applying concepts from their education directly into the workplace.

Applications are now open, and successful applicants will commence in March 2026.

Find out more at SW Accountants School Leaver and Undergraduate Program 2026.

Perth Skillswest Careers & Employment Expo 2025

Organisation: Kym Jones Exhibitions

Location: Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

Date: July, 24 to July, 26 2025

Western Australia’s largest Careers & Employment Event is open from July 24 to 26 2025 at the Perth 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.

Find out more and register

UWA Future Student Athlete Program

The UWA Future Student Athlete Program is designed for high school students in Years 10, 11, and 12 who are interested in experiencing student-athlete life at UWA.

As a program member, you’ll receive:

Updates on scholarship applications, entry pathways, and course options
Invitations to student-athlete tours and exclusive events
Support with your UWA application

For athletes, schools or clubs interested in learning more, the UWA Sport Performance Team is available for in-person presentations.

To arrange, contact us at performance@sport.uwa.edu.au

ECU Register Now ATAR Revision Sessions for Term 3 break

Each year ECU runs ATAR revision programs at the end of Term 3. These is strong demand for these courses so enrol early.

Before you hit the books in your ECU ATAR Revision Session, you'll need to download some study materials and make sure you bring them on the day.

ATAR Revision Programs in WA

Additional information about ATAR revision programs that are available in WA,

including links to each of the programs can be found in THIS BLOG.

Camp SEEK 2025

Camp SEEK is a four-day immersive daily learning program for Year 9 and 10 girls and non-binary students. Offered at no cost, the program takes place during Term 3 school holidays, from 22 to 25 September 2025.

The camp will introduce students to a future career in a tech-focused business and provides learning and mentorship through a practical, fun and collaborative program. Students will build skills in coding, product development, pitching and design thinking, with guidance from accomplished SEEK leaders in various fields such as Engineering, Product, Design, Analytics and Marketing.

Students will be required to attend SEEK’s offices, located in Cremorne, Victoria, from 9.00am to 3.00pm each day and transportation needs to be arranged by the student/ family. Lunch and snacks will be provided each day, and students just need to bring a laptop along each day.

Applications will open in June 2025. In the meantime, students can register their interest for Camp SEEK 2025 here, and be the first to be notified when applications open. Read more about the Camp SEEK program.

ECU Contemporary Winter Music School Years 8 – 12

14, 15 and 16 July

This 3-day intensive course will include:

Workshops each morning exploring a range of topics specific to your instrument.
Ensemble rehearsals in the afternoon with a band on set repertoire
An introductory session to music production/DAW recording to give you basic skills to record at home.

A band performance at the end of the course for your family, friends and peers.

14-16 July Contemporary Music Winter School

Experience ECU Days | Winter School Holidays Years 9 & 10

10, 11 and 18 July

Thursday, 10 July Business and Law/Engineering: The Moot Court simulation will offer participants an immersive experience into legal proceedings and ignite interests in legal careers. Other activities will include Shark Tank style business pitching and Engineering style practical building opportunities.

Booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DAZFF

Friday, 11 July Medical and Health Sciences: This is a hands-on day where students will be engaging in a Nutrition workshop making smoothies, a Microscope Hair session (bring in your pet hair), and an interactive Sport Science exercise session to add a dynamic element to the day!

Booking link: https://www .trybooking.com/DAZGN

Friday, 18 July Science: This day will have three exciting workshops that will allow students to explore Cyber Security and personal security practices, use our science labs to find out what bugs live in the campus lake and use paper chromatography to potentially uncover artwork from the mysterious Banksy!

Booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/DBBJG

Contact: ecustudentambassadors@ecu.edu.au

Outward Bound Expedition WA

Organisation: Outward Bound

Location: Walpole, WA

Date: 30 September to 9 October 2025

Join a crew of adventurers from across Australia for 10 days of challenge, connection and serious outdoor action. Expedition is designed for 15–24-year-olds chasing something real – big hikes, big moments, and big personal growth.

You’ll take on high ropes, epic coastal paddling, multi-day hikes, and an unforgettable solo night under the stars. It’s all about finding your limits, backing yourself, and building the kind of skills that stick with you wherever life takes you.

To apply, create a quick 1–2 minute video answering: 'Why do you want to join the Expedition program?'

AOBDF Scholarships are available to individual participants wanting to attend School Holiday Adventures, Duke of Ed or for Schools seeking funding assistance for individual students.

Find out more and register

WA Government Kickstart Program

About a third of Australia’s jobs are in government. Whether you want to work in agriculture or the arts, there could be an opportunity that will be perfect for you.

Check out all the different government departments, just in Western Australia.

The State government has opportunities for:

Traineeships
Work experience
Internships and vacation programs
Graduate cadetships.

Explore opportunities to do work experience in a government office HERE.

Wild Vets School Holiday Program

Organisation: Perth Zoo

Location: Perth Zoo

Date: 9 July to 16 July 2025

Come and learn from some of Australia's best Vets in this hands-on program.

From tiny frogs to mega rhinos, discover the diverse range of native Australian fauna and exotic wildlife and how they are care for.

Participants spend a day with an inspiring Perth Zoo veterinarian, going behind-the-scenes and gaining a unique perspective of the day-in-the-life of a Zoo Vet.

Suitable for students in Year 9 to Year 12.

Find out more and register.

AFL Grad Program (Melbourne)

The AFL Grad Program aims to provide a dynamic entry point into the AFL, where you’ll gain hands-on industry-wide experience and access to learning and development opportunities to foster relationships, build valuable skills and leadership capabilities.

Students selected into the program will be supported by AFL leaders and mentors, will participate in immersive industry-wide development experiences and have the opportunity to enhance job readiness, as well as personal and professional growth.

Students keen on learning more can fill in a quick form here, and receive alerts when applications officially open. Alternatively, browse AFL Careers | Grad Program and browse the FAQs and look at details of AFL Grad Alumni.

Weekly WA Police Recruitment Sessions – Saturday mornings

There is no age limit for applying for the WA Police Force. You must be 17 years and 6 months or older to apply for a Police Officer (Entry-level) and over 17 to apply for Cadet or Police Auxiliary Officer roles.

You can register for a session HERE.

GAP YEAR INFORMATION

Gap Year Guide

Study Work Grow’s Gap Year Guide 2025 is out!

Download the resource here:

Defence Force Gap Year

If you are not sure what you want to do next year, check out the Defence Force Gap Year program.

You get paid.
You have somewhere to live.
You learn new skills.
You travel and you meet new people.

The website is great, with personal stories from young people who are actually doing the Gap Year.

There are 22 career paths to choose from. Check them out HERE

Volunteering for Teens

Projects Abroad has spent over 30 years helping our participants fulfill their potential and make the world a better place.

In addition to the Medical Internships in Nepal, Projects Abroad also run a wider range of options in service and internships in construction, Conservation in Thailand and Human Rights Volunteering in Ghana or Argentina among others.

Students are encouraged to browse the above links, or browse Volunteer Overseas through Projects Abroad.

Gap Year Opportunity – AgCareer Start

The AgCAREERSTART program is designed to address the worker crisis and introduce Australian school leavers to a variety of careers in agriculture.

You can identify where you would like to go and what sort of farm you’d prefer. There is funding for travel and support from the AgCAREERSTART team.

If you are not sure what to do when you leave school, or if you would like to earn some money before you start uni, check out the opportunities at AgCAREERSTART.

Thinking of Studying Overseas?

There is a group called Crimson Education that many students use to support their applications to overseas universities.

They have extensive networks in the USA, UK and European countries, and support students to apply for mainstream courses and for specialist courses. Be aware that Crimson is not a free service- check the financial commitment carefully before engaging beyond their free resources.

Find more information HERE.

PEOPLE WITH A DISABILITY OPPORTUNITIES

Murdoch MyAccess Plan

Assess your own support needs using MyAccess Plan then contact Murdoch so that their staff in the Access and Inclusion Office can work with you to customise a study environment to suit your needs.

See MyAccess Plan HERE.

How People with autism can get into university

Attend outreach programs
Try online courses
Apply for support
Find a suitable course

To get more information in your own time, see the following links:

5. Consider the different university entry pathways

Read the full list of tips HERE.

Frank Hall-Bentick Education Fund Scholarships for persons with a disability

Organisation: Australian Communities Foundation

Location: Australia

Value: Up to $2,500 AUD

Open Date: 1 January 2025

Close Date: 30 June 2025

Find out more

CanDo Training

Long-time WA career professional Marilyn Garbin has been focusing on supporting school leavers with a disability. You can contact her at. admin@candotraining.com.au or go to https://candotraining.com.au/.

Support for Australian Apprentices with Disability

The Australian Government provides support to Australian Apprentices with disability to help them to reach their full potential as skilled workers. A range of assistance is available including tutorial, mentoring and interpreting services as well as the Disabled Australian Apprentice Wage Support (DAAWS) incentive, which is paid to employers.

Find out more and how to claim HERE.

Employment Pathways for People with Intellectual Disability

Everyone Can Work is a website designed to help people with intellectual disability and their families understand the support available to get into open employment.

SPOTLIGHT

The University of Melbourne (UoM) in 2025

Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne makes distinctive contributions to society in research, learning and teaching and engagement.
UoM is consistently ranked among the leading universities in the world, with international rankings of world universities placing it as #1 in Australia and #39 in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025), and #1 in Australia in the QS World Rankings 2025 - rankings.
The University of Melbourne has one primary campus – Parkville – north of the Melbourne CBD and associated campuses including Southbank, and rural campuses - Campuses and Facilities.
UoM offers both undergraduate and graduate degrees - Courses at UoM.
UoM offers a range of Graduate Degree Packages whereby students can bundle an undergraduate degree offer with an offer for a place in one of the specialised, professionally accredited graduate school programs.
The Bachelor of Design offers 13 majors, including Architecture, Civil Engineering Systems, Computing and Software Systems, Construction, Digital Infrastructure Engineering Systems, Graphic Design, Landscape Architecture, Mechanical Engineering Systems, Performance Design, Property, Spatial Systems, Urban Planning, and User Experience Design.
The University has over 200 clubs and societies, which play an integral part of many students’ university experience - Student Clubs and Societies.
The University encourages students to make practical learning a part of their Melbourne experience, and these include internships and cadetships, leadership opportunities, and volunteering.
Overseas study programs are offered to students, and they are encouraged to study part of their degree in an international setting - Study Overseas.
The University of Melbourne offers numerous and generous undergraduate scholarships to high-achieving students, as well as numerous equity scholarships too. A recently introduced flagship scholarship is the Hansen Scholarship.
UoM also has the Access Melbourne program aimed at students who have found high school a challenge, and their circumstances have prevented them from achieving their best - Access Melbourne.
Students have access to a wide range of Student Services, which include - Student Services and a Careers Centre.
UoM offers a Guaranteed Entry to Graduate pathways - Guaranteed Entry to Graduate pathways.
UoM has numerous residential colleges for its undergraduate students - Student Accommodation.

Jane Hedley

Head of Pathways and Transition

Direct: (08) 9383 0416

Email: Jane.Hedley@johnxxiii.edu.au

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