Careers & Transitions
University of Melbourne Extension Program
The September Careers Update features upcoming events and programs for students, including the 2027 University of Melbourne Extension Program, now open to current Year 11 students entering Year 12 in 2027.
The program allows students to study university-level subjects alongside their VCE, earning both an ATAR contribution and university degree credit. Students can learn more at upcoming webinars on 20 October and 17 November, covering the program, student experiences and application support.
Inside the Role of an Accountant
What happens when a business is booming but the money isn’t keeping up? This engaging resource explores how accountants help businesses make smarter financial decisions, using the story of a successful streetwear brand facing cash-flow challenges.
Students can discover how accountants help with cash flow, tax planning, budgeting and business growth, highlighting the important role accounting can play in the world of business.
Wall and Ceiling Apprenticeships
North Metropolitan TAFE is raising awareness of apprenticeship opportunities in wall and ceiling lining, a skilled and in-demand trade in WA. Students interested in construction and hands-on careers can scan the QR code to learn more about the trade, training and available apprenticeship pathways.
Austal Engineering Skill Launch Program
Delivered in partnership with Austal, this fully funded program gives students the opportunity to gain practical engineering skills and prepare for careers in the shipbuilding and defence industries. Participants will complete a Certificate II in Engineering Foundations, gaining hands-on experience in metal fabrication, welding, mechanical engineering and emerging technologies. Successful participants may have the opportunity to transition into paid trade roles or apprenticeship pathways with Austal following completion.
ECU Engineering Showcase
Join ECU School of Engineering for an inspiring showcase created for Year 11 and Year 12 students who are interested in studying engineering. Meet our academics, course coordinators, current students, alumni, and student clubs and discover what makes studying engineering at ECU exciting.
Spaceline Careers Event
Tickets are now on sale for the rescheduled SPACELIVE: STEM Careers events! This is a STEM careers experience like no other, featuring NASA Directors, an Australian flight controller for the International Space Station, and the Chief Astronaut at Axiom Space. Tickets are limited, so secure your booking and give students the opportunity to hear from some of the world’s leading space professionals.
Australian National University
The new ANU Vice-Chancellor Scholars Program supports domestic students who may face financial or practical barriers to university. The scholarship provides holistic support beyond financial assistance, including help with accommodation, relocation, starting university, academic success and wellbeing. It aims to ensure that students’ circumstances don’t stand in the way of their ambition, potential and future opportunities.
Women in STEM
Scholarships for women aged 17 - 20, who are commencing an applicable STEM related University degree in 2027
Applications Open - Friday 18 December 2026
To create more opportunities for young women in STEM, ACS Foundation launched the Women of STEM Scholarship Programme in 2023. These scholarships support women aged 17–20 who are entering their first year of a relevant STEM degree at an Australian university.
The eligible degrees are determined by our donors. For 2027, students commencing studies in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, AI, Astrophysics, Astronomy, Engineering and Environmental Sciences are eligible to apply.
The Women of STEM Scholarship is a national program that provides financial support of $5,000 per year for the duration of the recipient’s degree, up to a maximum of five years. In 2026, we awarded four scholarships to outstanding female students.
Applications for 2027 Scholarships Close Sunday 31 January 2027