Pathways 

VSC Careers Expo 24  

The Fallon Centre Auditorium was a buzz of positive energy yesterday during the VSC Careers Expo.  Excited students interacted with enthusiastic exhibitors asking lots of great questions about courses, pathways, early entry and University life.   It was lovely to catch up with Felicity Monk from RMIT, Arvin Hay from Monash, Kate Montgomery and Ben Callegaro from Richmond Institute of Sport all VSC alumni who are looking happy and travelling really well in their chosen pathways.  We thank them for attending the expo and providing our students with positive stories of their time spent at VSC and their transition beyond which always makes for a meaningful experience for our staff and students.  Early Entry Programs for 2025 Enrolments 

ACU Guarantee Program 

Open to domestic and onshore international students only.   ACU may guarantee a place at ACU based on Year 11 results.  ACU will produce predicted selection ranking to make conditional early offers prior to final VCE exams.  Entry requirements: Year 12 pass (no ATAR) no English prerequisite instead may require Maths or Science depending on the course.  Students must also make a VTAC application. Applications open: 22nd July and close on the 16th of September Apply through the ACU Guarantee portal on the ACU website.  Selected courses on offer.  Students may apply for 1 course only.   Upload Year 11 reports and provide up to 3 personal statements outlining their motivation to study.  Statements will be assessed on impact through empathy, adversity and family. ACU Guarantee 

Federation Early Offer Program 

Open to domestic and students with a PR Visa only. Entry requirements: Year 12 pass, meet VCE prerequisites and essential entry requirements including ATAR if applicable. Secure a place at Fed Uni in 2025 with most Undergrad Bachelor Degrees available for early offer consideration. Applications are open now and close on the 1st of December Guaranteed ATARs - Federation University Australia 

La Trobe Aspire 

Open to domestic and onshore international students Entry requirements: Year 12 pass, VCE minimum pre-requisite study scores and ATAR Aspires ATAR table displays the minimum ATAR requirement for undergrad bachelor degree courses.  An ATAR of 50.00 is required if not listed Aspire ATAR | La Trobe University Applicants must provide information about the length and frequency of their volunteering or community service. Applications for the Community and Volunteering program are open now and close 6th September.  Students must also make a VTAC application  

Elite Athlete Program, Sport at La Trobe, La Trobe University 

RMIT Early Offer Program 

Open to domestic and students with a PR Visa only Entry Requirements: Year 12 pass, meet VCE pre-requisite study scores and ATAR if required Program is for leaders in the community with good problem-solving skills, creative thinking or strong communication skills.  Students can apply for one course only. Applications are open and close on 15th September.  Outcomes released on 26th September.  Students must also complete a VTAC application. Early Offer Program | Study at RMIT 

Swinburne Early Entry Program 

Open to domestic and onshore international students. Entry Requirements: Year 12 pass, (no ATAR) and meet VCE prerequisite study scores Based on application, student’s response to questions and schools' recommendation.   Applications are open and close around September.   Students must also complete a VTAC application. Early Entry Program | Swinburne  

Vic Uni Entry Program Open to domestic and onshore international students. Entry Requirements:  Year 12 pass (no ATAR) Students must satisfy admissions requirements or course pre-requisites.  Students must also make a VTAC application. VU Early Entry | Victoria University 

VCE Programs 

VCE Vocational Major 

The VCE Vocational Major is a 2-year applied learning program within the VCE. It supports students to pursue their goals and aspirations with confidence and provides them with skills and knowledge for work and life. 

Completing the VCE Vocational Major means: 

• being ready to take on more learning after school, especially at TAFE or in an apprenticeship or traineeship • working towards one or more vocational education and training (VET) qualifications • having an employability edge after school.

The VCE Vocational Major is available at our school. 

For the first time next year, two studies in the VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) program – VCE VM Work Related Skills and VCE VM Personal Development Skills – will be available to any VCE student to include in their VCE. 

Victorian Pathways Certificate 

The Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) is a flexible Year 11 and Year 12 course designed for a small number of students who, for a range of reasons, are not able or ready to undertake the VCE or the VCE VM. Suitability for the VPC is based on agreement between the student, their parents and the school. 

VET for school students 

Your child can work towards one or more VET certificates in their VCE (including the Vocational Major) or VPC program. 

VET is learning where your child will develop targeted and practical skills. The skills they learn relate to a career pathway, so they can apply them at work or in further education and training. 

VET at school can be a path to a rewarding career in any industry. VET students get to try professions before leaving school. To learn more about the VCE Vocational Major, VPC and VET.   Your world. Your VCE. | vic.gov.au (www.vic.gov.au)    

About career education in government schools 

We provide a career education program that helps your child make important decisions about their future. It will include opportunities for self-discovery, exploration of industries and careers, setting goals and making career plans. 

There are key moments in Years 7 to 12 when you can support your child to make these decisions. For more information visit: www.vic.gov.au/careers-7-12