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Drop-in sessions with Bond University Regional Manager 

This is a great opportunity to meet the Bond University Regional Manager in Hobart and ask any questions about programs, the application process, scholarships, accommodation, student life, support services and more. Get help with transitioning to the Gold Coast as well.

Date: Wednesday 12 March and Thursday 13 March 2025

Time: 3.00pm–5.00pm

Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel, Core Bar and Lounge, Level 4, 110 Liverpool Street, Hobart

Register: Connect with Bond | Bond University | Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

University of Melbourne 101 Webinar: Tasmania 

Date: Wednesday 26 March 2025

Time: 6.00pm–6.45pm

Location: The University of Melbourne, Victoria 

The UniMelb 101 for Tasmania is a live Q&A designed for students to ask their burning questions about study at Melbourne, entry requirements specific to their high school curriculum and the exciting student life and community that awaits. Attendees will hear from our current students who have made the move to Melbourne from across Australia and be able to ask them questions about their experiences.

Register: Book your place at the link here to gain exclusive access to pre-recorded sessions where they’ll be introduced to: 

• The Melbourne curriculum
• Our Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS), Access Melbourne
• Student accommodation options and student life initiatives to support them in making Melbourne their new home
• Concurrent diplomas, work-integrated learning and internships, exchange programs, and peer mentoring.

Hansen Scholarship Program Online Information Evening 

Organisation: University of Melbourne, Victoria

Location: Online

Date: Thursday 13 March 2025

Talented Year 12 students, parents, careers practitioners and other support people are invited to join us for an online information session to learn more about the University's most generous undergraduate scholarship: the Hansen Scholarship.

As a Hansen Scholar, you’ll join a program that nurtures potential and provides a place where your ambition can grow, offering you access to a high-quality university education that might otherwise feel out of reach. Valued at up to $108,000, this scholarship offers a fully funded place to call home at Little Hall for three years. Alongside the close-knit residential community, tailored mentoring, extracurricular activities and focused financial support will set you up for success.

In this one-hour session, we’ll cover:

• Eligibility and selection criteria
• Timelines and the application process
• Tips and advice on submitting a competitive application
• Benefits of the program including the fully funded offerings of Little Hall.

You’ll hear from a current Hansen Scholar who will share their experiences about the program and be available to answer your questions. A recording of the session will be made available for registrants who cannot tune in on the night.

Find out more and register: Hansen Scholarship Program March online information session

Hobart Defence Careers Information Session 

Organisation: Australian Defence Force

Location: Hobart ADF Careers Centre

Date: Thursday 13 March 2025

Wondering whether a job in the Australian Defence Force (ADF) is the right fit for you?

Come along to an upcoming info session where you'll have the opportunity to ask questions and learn everything you want to know regarding job roles in the Navy, Army and Air Force. You'll have the chance to speak with current serving members to see if an ADF career is the one for you. 

Find out more and register: ADF Careers - Hobart Defence Careers Information Session

Register for ANU Open Day

Date: Saturday 29 March 2025

Time: 9.00am–3.00pm

Location: ANU Campus, Canberra

Open Day is your chance to experience ANU your way.

Explore our beautiful campus, chat with students and academics and get a feel for student life. Whether you're curious about a degree or ready to plan your future, this is your day to ask questions, get answers and see what’s possible.

Plan your day and register now: https://study.anu.edu.au/events/anu-open-day

UCAT 2025 Important Dates 

UCAT ANZ 2025 registrations are now open. 

Year 12 students considering a career in medicine or dentistry will need to sit a compulsory entry exam known as the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) before they can apply for relevant placements in the aforementioned fields of study within most universities in Australia. 

UCAT ANZ 2025 Key Dates 

Candidates taking the UCAT ANZ in 2025 for entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand in 2026 should note these key dates. Deadline times are 11.59pm AEST - Australian Eastern Standard Time.

UCAT registration is available only via the UCAT ANZ website - ucat.edu.au

What's on at NIE? 

Tuesday 6 May 2025

For Parents, Students and Teachers

Free Webinar: UCAT & Pathways into Medicine / Dentistry Information Session

REGISTER

Saturday 5 April 2025

Simulated UCAT Day

Intensive UCAT Training Workshop - Live Online Interactive

ENROL

Saturday 12 – Sunday 13 April 2025

Headstart Medical Interview Training

Limited spots remaining

ENROL

Scholarship programs

University of Melbourne Scholarships and Prizes 

The University of Melbourne offers more than 1200 scholarships and prizes including bursaries and grants, for current and commencing students. 

Narrm Scholarship

• The Narrm Scholarship Program provides financial, academic and wellbeing support to eligible undergraduate students who apply through our Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS), Access Melbourne. ​

Hansen Scholarship

• The Hansen Scholarship recognises students from around Australia who have demonstrated resilience to adversity, and a commitment to supporting others.
• Applications for Year 12 students starting their undergraduate degree in 2026 will close 31 March 2025.

Australian National University Tuckwell Scholarship Program

The Tuckwell Scholarship Program is the most transformational undergraduate scholarship program in Australia. Every year, we offer 25 talented school-leavers the opportunity to fulfil their potential by actively participating in the very best that ANU has to offer.

Scholars are selected on the basis of intellect, character, leadership and their commitment to Australia.

Find more information on the ANU website here: https://tuckwell.anu.edu.au/