Senior School Opportunities

Defence Force, Canberra

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 features a medical and a dental student discussing their pathways. Bachelor's degrees

Degrees offered include:

• Aeronautical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Naval Architectural Engineering
• Computer and Cybersecurity
• Technology (Aeronautical Engineering)
• Arts
• Business
• Science

Check out the opportunities HERE. 

Future Doctors Program 

Year 9–12 Students - Book Now for 21-24 Jan 2027

The Future Doctors Australia program provides a unique, hands-on opportunity for students aged 14–18 who are passionate about a future in medicine, and for those who wish to explore career in medicine.

Over 4 days, participants engage in sessions led by medical specialists, participate in practical activities, and gain insight into the medical admissions process.

Find details HERE.

How much do professionals earn?

While a few executives in each of these professions in Australia earn a million dollars+ per year, these salaries are typical of people working in the profession in Western Australia according to Seek and AI.

Interstate Admission Centre 

For those who are thinking about applying for a place at a university outside Western Australia here is a list of admission centres around Australia.

• Charles Darwin University applications are taken by SATAC
• Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) for QLD
• South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC) for SA and NT
• Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) for NSW and ACT
• The University of Tasmania incorporating the Australian Maritime College
• Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) for VIC

Year 12 Resources

2026 Year 12 ATAR course examination timetable

The 2026 Year 12 ATAR course written and practical examinations timetables are provided below.

Wednesday, 28 October to Thursday, 19 November 2026.

The 2026 Year 12 ATAR course practical examinations are scheduled from Saturday, 26 September to Sunday, 25 October 2026. The timetable is available on the SCSA website.

From Tuesday, 8 September 2026, students will be able to download their Personalised written examination timetable and Personalised practical examination timetable from the student portal at https://studentportal.scsa.wa.edu.au opens in new window. 

Year 12 Students can download the ATAR Exam Information Handbook HERE.

Police Cadetships 

If you are nearly 17 and interested in a police cadetship, check out the details HERE. Applicants must be 17 upon selection to the Cadet school. 

Police Recruitment will be at the SkillsWest Expo. Talk with them about Cadetship opportunities 

Find details of the recruitment process HERE.

1 August Charlie Bell Scholarship

The Charlie Bell Scholarship is for 15 – 20 year olds who have had a serious illness or injury and who are eligible to attend post school education or training. 

Find out who Charlie Bell was and what this scholarship delivers HERE.

How much will your degree cost?

All universities, even Notre Dame, charge the same for their degrees. The cost of your degree will vary depending on the length of your degree and the units you take. 

Australian Government School Leaver Program 

Trainee, Apprentice and School Leaver Programs

About a third of all Australian jobs are government jobs. The variety of opportunities is unmatched by any other employer in Australia.

• Check out the Apprentice Program HERE.
• Check out the Career Starter Program HERE.
• Check out the Australian Federal Police Directions Program HERE.