Opportunities for all

Work Experience

Defence Work Experience Program provides young Australians interested in Defence as a future career, the opportunity to sample life in Defence and learn more about the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and the Australian Public Service (APS). 

The Defence Work Experience Program is pleased to advise that Defence is offering opportunities for work experience activities. We encourage you to check our website regularly.

Apply now for Curtin Focus on Mining 2024 for July

The Focus on Mining Camps are five-day residential camps for high school students to experience what it’s like to study and work in the mining industry in WA. Students will get to tour mine sites, participate in hands-on workshops and meet industry leaders.  The program targets students in Year 11 or 12 who have an interest in science or engineering and who would like an introduction to the mining and resources sector.

The camp is free with all travel, meals and accommodation provided.

F

ive-day residential camp – July

Dates:    1-5 July 2024

Duration: Five-day residential camp

Who:       Year 11 & 12 STEM students

Location: Perth – Kalgoorlie – PerthCost:       Free

Apply for July here

Projects Abroad

If you are aged 15 to 18 and looking for an unforgettable overseas experience, explore Projects Abroad High School Specials: tailor-made volunteer programmes. 

As a teen volunteer abroad, you'll have the opportunity to travel, make a difference, and connect with peers from around the world.

Join other teen volunteers as you embark on a structured itinerary filled with meaningful projects, cultural activities, and excursions.

Find more details HERE. 

Year 12 Opportunities

University Clinical Aptitude Test 2024 Registrations are open

There are now three pathways into medicine in WA that require you to do the UCAT test. 

1. Medicine at Curtin 
2. UWA Assured Pathway to Medicine and Dentistry 
3. Notre Dame Assured Pathway 

To be offered a place in any of these three pathways you need: 

• amazing ATAR scores, 
• a great UCAT score and 
• have an interview or do the CASPER test.  

The UCAT testing begins on 1 July and runs through to 9 August. 

You can register here, 

You can see key dates HERE. 

Practice Tests

There are many hints and practice tests on the UCAT page. Advice from UWA suggests that paid preparation courses are not worth the additional expense. 

Check AI for tips

I asked ChatGPT “what could I do to improve my UCAT score” and it gave 6 good suggestions which I think would improve my result.

UWA Fogarty Scholarship applications closing soon

The UWA Fogarty Foundation Scholarship Program is one of Australia’s premier scholarship programs. It is a joint venture between the Fogarty Foundation and the University of Western Australia, investing in the future leaders of Western Australia.

There are up to 15 scholarships on offer for Year 12 high school students from WA.

Each scholarship is valued at $10,000 per annum.

Applications close on 30 May 2023

Have Defence Pay For Your Degree

The ADF can pay students a salary and benefits while they study at university. 

• Aviation.
• Engineering.
• Software engineering.
• Systems engineering.
• Information technology.
• Cybersecurity.
• Space studies.
• Data science.

Find details HERE.

 Download the WACE Manual 2024

The WACE Manual 2024 is for students in Years 11 and 12 in 2024. 

It describes what you need to do to achieve your WACE in 2024. 

Go through it with your form/home room teacher or career advisor to make sure you are meeting all requirements to get your WACE.

Download it HERE.

Register now for Curtin Girls + Engineering Tomorrow 

Runs Terms 2 & 3. 

Register now for Girls Engineering Tomorrow

The program will offer an opportunity to: 

• Receive study support.
• Meet inspiring women in engineering. 
• Connect with our university GET Student Mentors
• Participate in a range of engineering-themed activities and workshops.
• Learn about engineering courses and careers.

Register HERE

Year 10 Subject Selections for University 2027

If you're in Year 10, the TISC University Admission 2027 will be available in Term 2 to help you to choose senior secondary courses that meet university recommended and required entry requirements. 

TISC collates information across all West Australian universities. You can find the latest information now by checking the universities of your choice. 

Keep Your Options Open by selecting maths

If you think you might like to go to uni, make sure you take Mathematics: Methods ATAR, Mathematics Specialist ATAR or Mathematics Applications ATAR. 

Check the Curtin Course Guide for current information but you will get into most uni courses with one of these. 

Curtin Year 10 Course Guide 

Each university puts out course guides. 

The Curtin University Year 10 Course Guide includes:

• Tips on how to choose your study pathway.
• Information about uni life. 
• Details about ATAR, Portfolio and other pathways to Curtin. 
• Scholarship information
• Information about double degrees

You can download a copy HERE. 

You can check out the video at Choosing subjects for year 11 and 12.

Curtin also provides these links to jump to the section you’re looking for.

• Choosing your course
• Exam tips and tools
• How to apply
• Scholarships and finance
• Common questions
• Before you start uni

Engineering at Curtin

Curtin has a lot of prerequisites for Engineering (Honours). Mathematics Methods ATAR and at least one of the following: Physics ATAR, Chemistry ATAR, Engineering Studies ATAR.

• Desirable WACE subjects: Mathematics Specialist ATAR.

Chemistry is a prerequisite for Medicine at Curtin

If you think you might like a career in medicine and want to try for a place at Curtin Medical School, you will need to have Chemistry ATAR and Mathematics: Methods ATAR, Mathematics Specialist ATAR or Mathematics Applications ATAR.

UWA also recommends that you take Chemistry and Maths Applications, but they are not essential prerequisites. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Opportunities

Apply now for Indigenous Australian Engineering School 2024

The Indigenous Australian Engineering School (IAES) is a week-long residential camp introducing students to engineering studies and careers. Students will do site visits, meet industry representatives and participate in educational activities. The program targets Indigenous students in Year 9, 10, 11 and 12 with an interest and aptitude towards engineering, science and mathematics.

For more information go HERE.

Dates: 30 June – 6 July 2024Duration: six-day residential campWho: Indigenous students in Years 9 – 12Location: PerthCost: Free

Find details HERE. 

Broome, Kalgoorlie and Moora Drive to the Future

The PCYC Drive to the Future Program ensures that more young drivers are safe and qualified to drive.In addition, by providing quality instruction and guidance to novice drivers, the program aims to improve overall community safety. 

Find details HERE. 

CSIRO Traineeships

CSIRO's Indigenous Engagement Strategy seeks to increase the employment of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within our organisation.

Students with Disability Opportunities

Disability and Indigenous Peoples' Education Fund

The Australian Disability and Indigenous Peoples’ Education Fund is open for applications. This education fund is about helping people complete or undertake courses and programs through six monthly grants of up to $2,500. 

Australians with disabilities of any age may apply for any assistance to help with their education.

Deadline for applications: March 31st Find details HERE. 

Curtin AccessAbility Newsletter

The newsletter for the disability sector includes information about:

• Scholarships and grants
• What’s happening on campus?
• Research projects and studies.
• Reminder of the deadline for equity exams
• Seminars and workshops.

To register for the newsletter, go HERE. 

Individual Access Plans at Curtin 

Curtin’s Assess Plan outlies the reasonable adjustments recommended for students with a disability/medical condition. Potential students who have a disability should contact Curtin early so that there is plenty of time to design the perfect plan for entry to a uni course. Find out more HERE. 

Support for Young Carers

There are over 40,000 young people in WA who have a sibling, parent or family member with disability, physical or mental health challenges – they are called ‘young carers’. It is important to recognise that young carers take on extra practical and emotional responsibilities that other young people don’t have to.

The support that young carers provide does not go unnoticed. There is free support and a team dedicated to helping young carers thrive and reach their individual goals.

Find out more HERE.