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YEAR 12 STUDENTS

TERTIARY APPLICATIONS – IMPORTANT REMINDERS

Federation University

Early Offer Program

Victorian courses

Applications close 1 December 2023

www.federation.edu.au

Deakin University

Regional Access Scheme

Victorian courses

Applications close 4pm, 13 December 2023

www.deakin.edu.au

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships closing soon

Australian Property and Research Fund, Rural and Regional Education Scholarship.

The scholarship fund spans the duration of an Australian Property Institute (API) accredited property valuation degree, totalling a maximum term of 3-years, awarded yearly at $10,000. The fund supports the awardee to relocate to a university of their choosing and assists with payment of books and materials as well as tuition. Together with financial support, the awardee of the scholarship will also be supported by a senior API-certified property professional who will act as a mentor during their studies. Applications close 30 October 2023

www.api.org.au

Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust (AVCAT)

AVCAT scholarships include Long Tan Bursaries and sponsored scholarships. Sponsored scholarships are for the children and grandchildren of ex-serving veterans. Long Tan Bursaries are for the children and grandchildren of Vietnam Veterans and are available in each state and territory. Applications close 31 October 2023

https://avcat.org.au/

Australian Catholic University (ACU) -scholarships seminar

Participate in an information webinar on 22 November and learn about scholarships at ACU, www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events

Resource

For a list of examples of ‘external’ tertiary scholarships, visit https://slmcareerresources.edublogs.org/

AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE

Gap Year Program

It not too late to apply for the Gap Year Program. There are still roles open in the Navy, Army and Air Force. The Gap Year program offers students a fantastic opportunity to work for the ADF for 12-months, meet people from all over Australia, develop skills in team work, initiative and leadership, and earn a high wage. Apply via www.defencejobs.gov.au

RICHMOND INSTITUTE OF SPORT LEADERSHIP

This is a partnership program between Richmond Football Club and Swinburne University. As part of the 12-month program, students will study a dual Diploma in Sports Development and Leadership and Management. The campus is at Melbourne and online courses are available. Prospective students are invited to attend an upcoming Dual Diploma information session:

Monday 30 October, Richmond Football Club

Tuesday 31 October, online

To register for the session, visit

www.richmondinstitute.com.au

ALL STUDENTS

CAREERS WITH STEM

Exciting STEM Job Kits

Have you explored the exciting range of Job Kits developed by Careers with STEM? The kits are free downloadable 8-page e-mags which offer a complete introduction to individual STEM careers. You will discover what a specific STEM job is all about, meet real people working in that job and find out what you can do right now to set your career on the right path. From software developer to STEM educator, Careers with STEM have 27 Job Kits ready for you to download. Happy career planning! https://careerswithstem.com.au/

MUSIC CAREERS GUIDE

The Australian Institute of Music (AIM) has developed a career guide for people passionate about pursuing a career in the music industry. The guide features over 75 occupations! You can access the guide via https://aim.edu.au/aim-music-careers-guide/

Check out music courses at AIM and register to participate in an upcoming experience day at the Melbourne campus, https://aim.edu.au/

VICTORIA POLICE – CAREERS GUIDE

Victoria Police has released an amazing guide called ‘Navigating Your Path to a Career with Victoria Police.’

There are many career opportunities in Victoria Police and there’s no limit to what you can achieve! Download the guide via https://slmcareerresources.edublogs.org/

DO YOU LOVE THE OUTDOORS?

Have you considered studying outdoor education or outdoor recreation? You can study outdoor recreation at TAFE institutes, private providers and via a traineeship at outdoor education centres such as Camp Coolamatong, Victoria and Outward Bound, NSW. You can also study outdoor education and outdoor recreation at university. The following are examples of courses you can explore:

Victoria University

Footscray Park campus

Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership www.vu.edu.au

La Trobe University

Bendigo campus

Bachelor of Outdoor and Sustainability Education

www.latrobe.edu.au

Federation University

Ballarat and Gippsland campuses:

Bachelor of Outdoor and Environmental Education

https://study.federation.edu.au/

UPCOMING CAREER EVENTS

SUMMER SCHOOLS

Indigenous Australian Engineering School (IAES) 2024

The IAES will be held at Sydney between 14 – 20 January 2023. Year 10 – 12 participants will experience:

a fully sponsored week-long program
exploration of various engineering fields
site visits, cultural activities, and more
networking with industry professionals
recreational fun on Sydney Harbour.

Applications close 31 October 2023, https://bit.ly/3QZtLSX

University of Melbourne - VCE Summer School

The University of Melbourne will run a two-week summer school in January for students entering Year 12 in 2024. Applications haven’t opened yet, but students can read about the program and complete an expression of interest for the program via https://bit.ly/47RACUg

Michael Harms

Careers Coordinator

Monivae College Newsletter

20.10.2023

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