Careers Corner
As we wind up for the end of Term 3, the Careers section is firmly focused on plans for 2024. Students are finalising changes to 2024 VCE Subjects, confirming their VET course choices, and completing their VTAC & SEAS Applications.
Next week the Senior VM Students will be going to the FMP Industry Expo at Chisholm - START Trade Training Centre. Students will be able to speak to employers and training organisations about the opportunities available. We have missed this event on the Peninsula for the past few years due to COVID and venue issues.
Items in this newsletter include: 2024 VET Enrolments, Year 12 VTAC & SEAS Applications, Early Offer Applications - closing soon, 2024 Year 12 VCE Students - Extension Opportunities, 2024 Year 10 Students - Work Experience opportunities.
2024 VET Enrolments
Any students who have confirmed their intention to enrol in VET for 2024 have now been given the relevant VET enrolment form/s to complete (signed by parents) to return as soon as possible.
Once these forms have been returned, the student's application will be lodged with the relevant RTO.
All 2023 1st year VET students currently enrolled in for 2023 have been emailed to confirm if they intend to continue for 2nd year in 2024. Confirmed students have been given the relevant VET enrolment form/s to complete (signed by parents) to return as soon as possible.
For students interested in enrolling in Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology (VETA Morphus), enrolments open on September 1st.
Here is the link to the VETA website for information about VETA Morphus: https://veta.org.au/veta-morphus/
VETA have provided this recording of the recent information session for students and families: Veta Morphus Info Session for students/families for 2024
Bayside CC will be hosting the peer group meeting on campus at a day and time to be advised early in 2024.
If there are any students who have not been contacted about 2024 VET Enrolment and are interested in enrolling in a VET Course, please email: michelle.smith@baysidecc.vic.edu.au and let me know what course you are interested in.
Year 12 VTAC & SEAS Applications
With just one week left until the end of term, I would encourage all year 12 VCE students (who have not already) to complete your registration and application with VTAC. Students will need to ensure that payment has been made before 28th September to avoid paying the higher fees.
Important VTAC Links:
Website: https://vtac.edu.au/
Registration: https://delta.vtac.edu.au/registration/apply
Course Search: https://delta.vtac.edu.au/coursesearch/#/search
If students would like to book a follow up support meeting - please use my calendly link: https://calendly.com/michelle-smith-careers/20min
Some important dates to note:
SEAS guarantee document review deadline - 15th September
VTAC Timely applications close - 28th September.
SEAS applications close - 6th October
Early Offer Applications - closing soon
Applications for University Early Offer programs are closing soon. Below are the links to some of the programs available.
ACU (Australian Catholic University)
Applications Open: 24th July, 2023
Applications Close: 18th September, 2023
https://www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/admission-pathways/acu-guarantee
Federation University
Applications Open: 1st May, 2023
Applications Close: 1st December, 2023
https://federation.edu.au/future-students/study-at-federation/early-offer-program
RMIT
Applications Open: 4th May, 2023
Applications Close: 18th September, 2023
Swinburne University
Applications Open: now (as at 4th May, 2023)
Applications Close: 9th October, 2023
https://www.swinburne.edu.au/courses/planning-your-future/early-entry-program/
Victoria University
Applications Open: 24th July, 2023
Applications Close: 18th September, 2023
https://www.vu.edu.au/study-at-vu/how-to-apply/special-admission-programs/vu-guaranteed
2024 Year 12 VCE Students - Extension Opportunities
The opportunity is available for VCE Students (2024 Year 12) wanting to engage in university extension programs. These programs allow students to enrol in selected 1st year University units that can help to boost your ATAR and complete 2 university units FREE of charge prior to University applications. Some of these units have prerequisites that need to be completed prior to enrolment. If students are interested in more information regarding these programs, please click the links below.
Deakin University
Accelerate Program
Applications close: 1st December 2023
Want to get the same benefits as studying a fifth or sixth VCE subject, gain university credit and reduce the cost of your future degree at Deakin? Our distinctive VCE extension program, Deakin Accelerate, gives you a unique glimpse into life Deakin while boosting your ATAR by completing an extra subject in Year 12. You'll experience uni life, new learning styles, subject variety and a dynamic environment created especially for this program.
Federation University
Advance to University Program
https://federation.edu.au/future-students/study-at-federation/advance-to-university
Applications close: 8th December 2023
The results you earn from completing first-year university units with us, will be included as part of your VCE. You'll boost your ATAR and get credit towards your university degree.
LaTrobe University
Aspire - Achieve Plus
https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/aspire/achieve-plus
Applications close: 06 February 2024
Complete a first-year university subject pair (two subjects) as part of your VCE studies to unlock a La Trobe Entrance Score and an early conditional offer into your dream course.
2024 Year 10 Students - Work Experience opportunities
A reminder of the two work experience opportunities available for the 2024 Year 10 students. Things to consider for both placements:
- Students must be 15 years or older to apply (at the time of work experience week)
- Students must be able to find their way to and from the placement of choice each day during work experience week
- BCC Work Experience week is: Monday 24th June - Friday 28th June
Zoos Australia
For students who are interested in a work experience placement in 2024 with Zoos Australia. Use this link to check the requirements and instructions on how to apply: https://www.zoo.org.au/about-us/careers/school-work-experience/
Students will need to get in quick as the closing date for applications is: 5.00pm on Monday 11 September 2023.
Parliament of Victoria
If there are any students interested in an opportunity to complete work experience at the Parliament of Victoria, this may be for you!
If you are interested you will need to complete the Expression of Interest via the online link: https://new.parliament.vic.gov.au/teach-and-learn/work-experience/
The following information has been provided by Parliament of Victoria - outlining what the program entails:
Students can choose between two programs, Sitting and Services, and placements are open to students in Victorian schools who are residents of Victoria, and are 15 years or over at the time of the placement. We endeavour to choose students from a mixture of government, independent, and Catholic schools, from metropolitan and regional areas, and of all gender identities.
Parliamentary Sitting placements provide the opportunity to see the law-making process up close. Students will go behind the scenes with the staff who directly support Parliament sittings, to get a deeper understanding of our democratic processes.
Parliamentary Services placements offer a variety of opportunities that can be matched with a broad range of student interests and career goals, including business management, facilities management and maintenance, community engagement and broadcasting, and hospitality.
Expressions of interest for terms 1 & 2, 2024 will close at 5:00 pm on Friday 12 January 2024.
Bookings
Appointments can be made in the following ways:
Calendly: Michelle Smith - Careers booking
Email: michelle.smith@baysidecc.vic.edu.au
Please include an indication of the reason for your booking so I can be best prepared to make the most of the time. Please note my available days are Monday to Thursday from 9.00am - 3.00pm.
Ms Michelle Smith
Careers Coordinator