Careers Update
What has been happening
Last week in MFMP our Year 10 students attended a talk by Matt Clark regarding the Headstart program and pursuing a school based apprenticeship or traineeship (SBAT). The program allows a student to undertake paid on the job training and related VET study that also contributes to their VCE, VCE Vocational Major or VPC. Data that Matt provided shows that starting an apprenticeship or traineeship at school with the support of Headstart considerably increases the chances of it being a successful undertaking.
Just this week the Year 9 students completed the first step of the Morrisby program being the psychometric profiling through the Morrisby online platform. Students were asked questions to highlight their aptitudes, personality, and interests. Algorithms are then used to assesses the student's relative strengths to suggest tailored career options and study pathways.
In Term 4 the Year 9 students will have one-on-one career discussions with Morrisby trained interviewers to assist them to interpret their results.
Upcoming events
ACU – Guided Tours
| Saturday 19 September | Register at Guided Campus Tour - Melbourne Campus |
| Tuesday 22 September | Register at Guided Campus Tour - Ballarat Campus |
| Tuesday 29 September | Register at Guided Campus Tour - Melbourne Campus |
La Trobe Bundoora (Melbourne) Campus – Talk & Tours
This is an excellent opportunity for those students who missed out on the Open Day. Tours depart at 10.00am and 12.00pm and take around 45 minutes. Afterwards, students who do not take the accommodation tour can sit down with a course advisor to chat about study options.
Dates: Tuesday 22 September - Wednesday 23 September 2026
Times: 10.00am - 1.00pm each day
Location: La Trobe University, Plenty Rd, Bundoora
Book at tour at Bundoora Campus Talk & Tours.
Discover Monash Events
Monash University will be hosting more Discover Monash events or activities over the coming weeks.
Students are encouraged to register early.
| Monash Information Evening (Online) | Tuesday 1 September, 6.30 - 8.00pm |
Ready to explore all that Monash has to offer? Whether you’re seeking general insights, tailored course advice, a campus experience, or the chance to connect with our students and staff, our events provide the perfect starting point.
| Parkville Campus Tour | Monday 21 September, 10.00 - 11.00am |
| Clayton Campus Tour | Tuesday 22 September, 10.00 - 11.30am |
| Peninsula Campus Tour | Tuesday 22 September, 2.00 - 3.15pm |
| Caulfield Campus Tour | Tuesday 29 September, 10.00 - 11.15am |
| Clayton Campus Tour | Tuesday 29 September, 2.00 - 3.30pm |
| Clayton Campus Tour | Thursday 22 October, 2.00 - 3.30pm |
For a complete list, and to register, visit Events Calendar - Discover Monash.
Discover Monash Art, Design and Architecture. Explore our Caulfield studios, learn from expert lecturers, and choose from workshops in drawing, design, architecture, or curating. These workshops are best suited to Year 11 and 12 students.
| Art History & Curating | Tuesday 22 September, 10.00am – 11.30am |
| Life drawing workshop for folios | Tuesday 22 September, 12.00pm – 1.30pm |
| Design workshop - The Amazing Design Race | Wednesday 23 September, 10.00am – 11.30am |
| Architecture making workshop | Wednesday 23 September, 12.00pm – 1.30pm |
Register at - Art, Design and Architecture
Discover Monash Health. Open to all Year 10 to 12 students interested in a career in health. Explore occupational therapy, physiotherapy, paramedicine, speech pathology, and nursing and midwifery through interactive workshops.
Date: Tuesday 22 September 2026
Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm
Location: Monash University Peninsula Campus Frankston
Register at Health Student Experience Day
RMIT Student for a Day
Students in Years 10 – 12 are invited to get some hands-on time with a study area they are interested in, explore something entirely new, and experience their future Uni campus.
Date: Wednesday 30 September 2026
Time: 10.00am – 3.30pm
Location: Storey Hall auditorium, Building 16 RMIT University City Campus
Find out more about the program and/or register at RMIT Student for a Day.
Defence Careers Australia - Melbourne: ADFA Careers Information Session
If you're considering your career and study options, the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) might be the option for you!
ADFA offers you military training and a salary as you study your world-class UNSW degree.
Find out how ADFA could be your way into joining the Australian Defence Force by attending the upcoming info session.
It is highly recommended you book as soon as possible to avoid missing out as places are strictly limited!
Date: Tuesday September 15, 2026
Time: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Location: Melbourne ADF Careers Centre
Details and Registration:https://www.adfcareers.gov.au/events/events-detail/0kc5qw3
Victoria Police: Careers information session - Victoria Police Centre (VPC)
Join us and explore career pathways available to you as a police officer, and get behind-the-scenes access to the Victoria Police Centre (VPC) in Docklands.
Date: Tuesday September 22, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM - 7 PMLocation: Victoria Police Centre Docklands, VIC
Details and Registration: Victoria Police Careers
There are also online career information sessions including about the application process, the fitness test and life at the academy.
Moira Philps
Careers and Pathways