Competitions, activities and events
What: Art Competitions – Young Archies Competition and Science without Borders International Art Contest
Who: Students with a passion for art
When: Open now until early March
More info: Young Archies Competition Webpage
Science without Borders Challenge Webpage
What: Australian Defence Force Careers Sessions
Who: Students interested in roles within the Defence Force.
When: Various dates and sessions with current members of the Army, Air force and Navy
More info: www.defencejobs.gov.au/events
What: Australian Defence Force Careers Sessions at MSCW
Who: Students interested in roles within the Defence Force.
When: Tuesday 13 February at 1:30pm with current members of the Army, Air force and Navy
More info: Please email Mrs Elly Martin emartin@mscw.vic.edu.au if you would like to attend.
What: ADF Careers HMAS Cerberus Open Day
Who: Students (and their supporters) interested in careers in the ADF, especially the Navy.
When: Sunday the 3rd of March, 2024 at HMAS Cerberus (Hastings), Victoria
More info: This is an exciting opportunity for career advisors and students to learn more about what life is like in the ADF. On the day, attendees will meet and hear from current serving Navy personnel in leadership, trade, communications, IT and intelligence roles. Attending the HMAS Cerberus Open Day will allow students to learn about what opportunities and unique experiences are available to them with a career in the Navy. The event will be free to attend. Click here to register.
What: Careers with STEM Webinars
Who: Students, educators and parents/guardians interested in learning more about careers which have a connection to science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
When and More info: Webinars are free, but registration is required.
| Date and time | Focus | Registration link |
| Wednesday 28 Feb at 12noon | STEM + X – Science Explore how broad working in science really is and how you can combine a science degree with your ‘X’, which is your passion, another area or a big goal. | Register here. Students should email Mrs Elly Martin to attend this opportunity as it is during school hours. |
What: Charles Sturt University Opportunities
Who: Students exploring options available at CSU
When: Check out the CSU Events page for more information
| Event/Opportunity | Date | More info |
| Making it in Media | Year 11 and 12s – 21 June 2024 Year 9 and 10s – 15 Nov 2024 | Save the date – likely to be on-campus |
| EngFest | 4-6 June 2024 | All things engineering at the CSU Bathurst Campus |
| Medicine Info Night | Wed 20 March 2024, 6pm | Online – cover the CSU and Western Sydney Uni Joint Medicine Program |
What: Charles Sturt University Study Link Online
Who: Students who might like to access a self-paced study resource
When: On-demand and online
More info: If you have students who might be feeling a little nervous about university-level study, Study Link subjects are available and free for most Australian residents.
Students can brush up on skills such as essay writing and grammar as well as building their confidence to hit the ground running when they start their chosen course. These subjects are perfect for the summer break; they’re short, self-paced, non-credit bearing and they’re a great way to get a taste of uni before their course commences. More info
What: Gallipoli Scholarship
Who/When/More info: Valued at $6,000, the Gallipoli Scholarship is open to the direct descendants of any service man or woman who has served in the Australian or New Zealand Defence Force in a conflict or peacekeeping operation, since the First World War to the present day.The Scholarship selection process is based 60% on necessitous circumstances, and 40% on academic merit. Applications open on 1 January and close on 28 February each year.All applicants are notified of their selection, or otherwise, by the end of March each year. Applications are submitted online via the website and require a number of documents to support the application.Find out more at Gallipoli Scholarship
What: UCAT Masterclass Online Mock Exam Day
Who: Students needing to complete the UCAT (Predominantly interested in courses linked with Medicine and Dentistry) and keen to increase their opportunity for simulated practise.
When: Sunday 25 February 2024
More info: Students can access the exam by creating a free account here. An email is needed to register. Be mindful of influential marketing and promotion. This is a private provider and not endorsed by UCAT. Recommend interested students check the official UCAT website here
What: Victorian Careers and Employment Expo
Who: Open to all interested exploring a broad range of career opportunities.
When: Saturday 16 March 2024, Melbourne Showgrounds
More info: Free entry. 130 organisations and employers. https://www.careersemploymentexpo.com.au/Victorian.html
What: VCE and Careers Expo
Who: Open to all students, especially those studying VCE subjects
When: Saturday 4 May 2024
More info: www.vceandcareers.com.au
What: Victorian Police Careers Expo
Who: Open to all students, especially those considering pursuing a role with Victoria Police
When: Online Monday 26 February and Wednesday 13 March 2024
More info: www.police.vic.gov.au/police-information-sessions
What: The University of Tasmania 2023 Marine Discovery Competition
Who: Year 11 and 12 students with an interest in marine biology and Antarctic sciences.
When: The course will run on Maria Island, Tasmania, from Monday April 17 – Sunday April 23, 2023. Applications close 20 February 2023.
More info: opportunity of a lifetime for those keen on marine biology!
This is a 5-day field trip based on the picturesque Maria Island, on the Tasmanian East Coast. Led by marine ecologist, Dr Scott Bennett, students will be doing field work and experiencing the sights and sounds of climate change, invasive species, pollution, debris, and the associated economic and social impacts. Incorporate A Practical Introduction to Temperate Marine Biology which is an introduction to our Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science degree. Upon completing this course, they will receive credit unit towards their future University of Tasmania degree. Applications are open and we encourage teachers and career advisors to speak with students who are interested in marine biology to apply for this experience. To enter, the students are to complete an online application and submit their 300-word pitch on the topic: why I wish to study the marine biology of Maria Island. Applications will close at Midnight (AEST) on Monday 20 February 2023. There are 24 places available, 14 of which are scholarships places. Scholarships will cover flights, accommodation, catering, local transport costs, equipment hire, tuition costs and survey gear. Read our Terms and Conditions via our website, here.
What: Young Endeavour Youth Scheme
Who: Young Australians aged 16 -23YO.
When: Applications for January – June 2024 are now open.
More info: Every day on board Young Endeavour is different. During each voyage youth crew spend several days and nights at sea learning to set and furl the sails, keep watch, and take the helm, as well as participating in games and team building activities on deck. Participants assist the chef in the ship’s galley, carry out ship’s rounds with the engineer, chart a course with the navigator, climb the masts, and even take command! Find out more at Young Endeavour.