Careers, Pathways and Partnerships
St Pius X College Chatswood
Highlights From Last Fortnight
Crafting Careers with Master Builders
Students in Years 9 – 12 took part in an engaging presentation delivered by the Master Builders Association, exploring clear and practical pathways into apprenticeships within the construction industry. They learned about the training opportunities available at the Master Builders Training Centre in Norwest and gained real‑world insights into what a future career in construction can look like.
Students also enjoyed an interactive Q&A session and tested their knowledge in a 'Tools of the Trade' quiz, adding a fun and competitive twist to the experience.
ADF Takes Flight at SPX
Representatives from the Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Australian Air Force visited the college and spoke to students in Years 9 - 12. They explored training opportunities, career pathways, and lifestyle options within the ADF. It was a wonderful opportunity for students to hear first hand, what life is like serving in the ADF and the Career pathways on offer to them.
What’s Coming Up This Week
At a Glance - see the newsletter for more information and to register
Key Learnings for this Week
Exploring Future Study Options
Planning for Medicine: Medicine is competitive but achievable with early preparation and strong science foundations. Universities value academic achievement, leadership and service.
Understanding the UCAT: The UCAT assesses reasoning, decision‑making and professional judgement rather than subject knowledge.
How Universities Support Students: Students can access extensions, special consideration, retakes, course adjustments and support services.
What Internships Offer: Internships provide hands‑on experience, skill development, workplace insight and networking opportunities.
Subject Selection Insights- Year 10
Choosing Subjects With Confidence
Degrees That Don’t Require Advanced Maths: Architectural Design, Secondary Education, Commerce, Paramedicine, City Planning, Accounting, Biomedicine and Criminology.
Where Biology Can Take You: Biology builds investigation, analytical thinking, communication and ethical awareness, supporting pathways such as healthcare, biotechnology, ecology and more.
Ms Clara Hall - Careers, Pathways and Partnerships Coordinator