Careers & Pathways
Monash University News
UNDER-REPRESENTED SCHOOLS LIST FOR 2019
The Monash under-represented schools list for 2019 entry is now available online. If your school is on the list, your students are eligible for the Monash Guarantee. If your school is not on the list, students may still be eligible for SEAS if they:
- live in a low socio-economic area
- have experienced financial disadvantage
- are an Indigenous Australian
This list is based on a combination of the Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA), distribution of students by socio-economic status, and transition to university data.
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2019
Don’t forget that Monash offers a range of scholarships to commencing students to help them excel at university. Our scholarships recognise high achievers, support students who have faced difficult circumstances, help regional and rural students through relocation and accommodation grants, and encourage Indigenous students to enter higher education.
Each scholarship may have a different application process or none at all. Students who list Monash University as a VTAC course preference will be automatically assessed for all merit scholarships. Equity scholarships require students to complete the VTAC scholarships application.
DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES
Monash is committed to access and equity for all students. Disability Support Services assists students with disabilities, mental health and ongoing medical conditions. This includes students with learning difficulties, short- term injuries and students on the Autism Spectrum.
Disability Support Services also provide support for students who are carers of a person who is aged and frail, or has a disability, medical or mental health condition.
Find out more - https://www.monash.edu/disability
EDUCATION
CASPer DATES ARE NOW LIVE FOR TEACHING
Anyone looking to enrol in the Monash Bachelor of Education (Honours) in 2019, including our double degrees, will need to complete the non-academic selection component called CASPer - while also meeting our academic admission requirements.
Dates for students to sit CASPer are now live and can be accessed from our website.
ENGINEERING
ENGINEERING BACHELOR/MASTERS DOUBLE PACKAGE
Monash, ranked #1 in Australia for Engineering and Technology*, offers high-achieving students the opportunity to earn both a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and a Masters degree in Advanced Engineering, in just five years via an accelerated pathway.
Generous scholarships with a total value up to $32,000 are also available to students intending to enrol into this packaged pathway.
Find out more - https://www.monash.edu/engineering/future-students/undergraduate-study/engineering-honours-masters-accelerated-pathway
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
UPCOMING IT EVENTS
Conquering Code (Girls Only)
Coding is the language of the future. At our Conquering Code workshop on Tuesday 25 September at our Clayton campus, girls will be inspired and learn from incredible female role models studying IT at Monash University. Students must register to attend.
Take CTRL
Are your students currently in Year 10 or 11 and interested in where an IT degree can take them? Encourage your students to attend our IT bootcamp on Thursday 27 September at the Caulfield campus enabling them to be in the driver's seat for interactive workshops, hacking demonstrations and robot interactions. It's a free event, but students must register to attend.
MEDICINE, NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCES
BOOST ENTRY INTO MEDICINE WITH THE DEAN’S RURAL LIST
Do any of your students have a rural background and an interest in studying medicine? They may be eligible for the Dean’s Rural List, which can increase their chances of being invited to attend an interview for Medicine at Monash.
Students need to have spent at least five consecutive years, or 10 years all up, living in a rural or regional area. Use the Doctor Connect website to help your students check if their current or previous addresses meet the area classification.
ARTS, HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
ARTS CAREERS ARE AT LOW RISK OF AUTOMATION
“Students should be thinking, ‘in 20 years, where will the human add value?’” - Shon Burton, CEO, Hiring Solved.
This is what we need to be asking. The future of work is uncertain and Arts graduates are comfortable with uncertainty, developing the agility to move with the changing times. Arts builds careers and creates change.
Our courses help to create world citizens, challenge abstract knowledge to real world problems and teach the power of communication.
We encourage our students to study abroad, volunteer, intern and lead. We offer more than a degree.
SCIENCE
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William Angliss News
Angliss Experiences - this September school holidays
During the upcoming school holidays secondary-school students have the opportunity to experience a day in the life of an Angliss student.
Angliss Experiences combines both hands-on workshops with insights into careers in the foods, tourism, hospitality and events industries.
Tuesday 25 September
Participate in workshops in Baking, Cookery, Patisserie and gain an insight into the emerging careers in the field of Food Studies.
Tourism, Events, Hospitality and Hotel Management Day
Thursday 27 September
Learn how to create a delicious mocktail, experience our Aviation (Cabin Crew) program and sample some of the exciting subjects in our Tourism, Events and Hotel Management courses.
Both Angliss Experiences programs are held at our Melbourne CBD campus. Lunch will be provided on both days. Spaces are strictly limited, so early registration is recommended.
Free TAFE for Priority Courses
From 1 January 2019, Free TAFE for Priority Courses will cover tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training.
This currently applies to the following courses at William Angliss Institute 2019:
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Certificate III in Hospitality
Certificate II in Meat Processing
If any students would like to know more about their eligibility, and how Free TAFE At Angliss works, please contact the Future Students team and we'll be happy to assist.
Individual Course Advice at Angliss
Angliss will be open during the school holidays and we welcome any students who would like to to chat about pathways into our courses. Appointments are highly recommended.
Book a course chat with one of our team
Bob Stewart - GAP Year 2019 Vacancy
Bob Stewart Pty Ltd has two full time positions available for students wanting a working break, or working break & travel:
Completing VCE / IB by December 2018
Starting university studies March 2020
Positions 1 & 2: Sales Professional
Starting December 2018 (can be from 6 to 14 months’ negotiable)
Responsibilities include
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Sales and inventory analysis
- And working at various schools on campus events
Casual rates paid for all positions.
All candidates will be trained in the philosophy, skills and procedures needed for the smooth operation of Bob Stewart. Good workers will be offered on-going casual work when their university studies begin.
For more information or to submit your resume, email Robert Stewart:
robert.stewart@bobstewart.com.au
Applications are open and close Saturday 15/9/2018
Quick links for Year 12 Students
Instructional YouTube links for VTAC applications:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=omthIvIIaJc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MRbS1Om4Oc
Study score calculator (App):
https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/study-score-calculator/id1282878794?mt=8
VTAC App:
https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/vtac/id1119361879?mt=8
Researching universities:
https://www.topuniversities.com/courses/engineering/guide
Deakin University News
Deakin Accelerate Information Evening
Deakin Accelerate is a rewarding VCE extension studies program, where students complete two first-year university units alongside their Year 12 studies, either on campus or online (via our Cloud campus). 70% of Accelerate students choose to study online as it allows them to fit their study around their VCE timetable.
Students in the program get the same benefits of a fifth or sixth subject contributing to their ATAR, plus they gain university experience and credit.
Students and parents and career practitioners are invited to attend an Information Evening to learn about the 2019 Deakin Accelerate program. Attendees will hear from university experts and past program students, meet teaching academics, and find out about the application process.
Date: Thursday 6 September 2018 (Melbourne Campus)
Time: 6.00pm – 7.30pm
Find out more and register at Deakin Accelerate
Faculty of Arts and Education Information Sessions
Creative Arts and Design Folio Sessions
Gain handy tips and insights to enhance and develop your folio.Meet and connect with current Deakin students and see our amazing facilities.Students interested in photography, visual arts, animation, or design, should register soon, as places are limited.
Tuesday 11 September 2018 (Melbourne Campus)
5:30pm – 7:30pm
Register at Faculty of Arts and Education Information Sessions
Teaching Information Session
Discover the rewards of studying a teaching degree at Deakin. This session will give students an overview of the undergraduate teaching courses offered at Deakin.Attendees will hear from academics regarding course selection and entry requirements, learn about course specialisations and how the university supports students through their professional experience in Schools and in the Global Experience Program.
Thursday 13 September 2018 (Melbourne Campus)
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Register at Faculty of Arts and Education Information Sessions
Step on Campus
Step on Campus provides students and their families an opportunity to take a personalised tour of Deakin University during the Term 3 school holidays. Participants will be offered a 45-minute tour with a current Deakin student and learn more about Deakin’s study areas, campus life and how to make the best transition into university. The school holiday program will be held at all four Deakin campuses: Burwood, Waurn Ponds, Waterfront and Warrnambool. Tours will be conducted at 10.00am and 12.00pm on the event dates listed below.
Dates:
Wednesday 26 September & 3 October 2018 (Melbourne)
Thursday 27 September & 4 October 2018 (Geelong Waurn Ponds)
Tuesday 25 September 2018 (Geelong Waterfront)
Tuesday 25 September 2018 (Warrnambool)
Find out more and register at Step on Campus
Wired for WONDER
Your chance to attend the most innovative event in town.
Be inspired about your future like never before!
Wired for Wonder is an inspirational day of keynotes, workshops, immersive experiences and interactive networking all designed to open your mind and challenge the way you think. You’ll come away being more creative and open to new ideas and opportunities. The event has a profound and lasting impression on attendees who have found new ways of thinking, learning and working as a result of the insights drawn from the speakers and workshops.
How we live, work and learn is changing at such a rapid pace and we must learn to master our mindset to cope with what’s around the corner for both our professional and personal lives. Our incredible speakers and workshop leads will help you understand how we can proactively and openly approach these changes.
Commonwealth Bank and our major sponsor Telstra hope to see you at this life-changing event.
Below you will find more information about the event and how to redeem the tickets.
By purchasing a ticket to the event, you will be providing the opportunity for a deserving future leader (students in years 8 – 10) to attend the Wired for Wonder Youth Summit.
Wired for Wonder is Commonwealth Bank’s premier thought leadership event that has been running since 2013 in Sydney and Melbourne. Over 1200 people attend the event each year to hear from incredible speakers from across the globe on a diverse range of topics.
This year’s amazing speakers range from a neuroscientist, a design genius, a cultural anthropologist, Netflix co-founder, an interactive AI film maker, a business shark and a mindfulness coach, amongst others. It’s an unforgettable day with phenomenal people.
The inspiration, curiosity and wonder that erupts as the speakers challenge your thinking and open your mind, creates such a positive energy that lasts for months after the event has finished.
Check out the video of the last event and relive the wonder with some of our previous speakers to see for yourself the impact this event has had.
Melbourne
Date: Tuesday 11 September 2018
Venue: Atlantic Group, Docklands
Time: 8.45am – 5.30pm (networking drinks for one hour post conference)
To purchase your ticket, enter the promotional code to ensure you receive the special ticket price of $499. You can purchase multiple tickets at this price. This promotion ends on Tuesday 28 August.
YOUR PROMOTIONAL CODE: WFW18MELB
The impact of this event goes far beyond one day, it inspires change into how people work and what they do. Here are some comments from previous attendees.
‘A brilliant event. The ideas, stories and perspectives broadened my perception. I think differently now, how could I not. The calibre of the speakers was fantastic. It was a collection of engaging, motivated people who were experts in their field. I’m so grateful to have had this experience’.
I simply cannot rate the event highly enough and still think about different aspects of the sessions on a daily basis. I have told everyone I can about it!”
Wired for Wonder encourages you to open your mind and understand what is coming around the corner for your business and your own professional development. Whether we are discussing the power of language or mindfulness, I am learning about how very different perspectives can remain incredibly relevant to the industries in which we operate. A must attend event’.
Come Wonder with us in September. You'll be glad you did.
CASper Test for entry into Education
The CASPer test is an online tool designed to evaluate key personal and professional characteristics of all applicants applying for courses in Medicine, Veterinary Science and Education. It has been found that traditional evaluation methods (interviews, letters and references) have been ineffective. Whereas the CASper test provides a reliable measure of traits like professionalism, ethics, communication and empathy, reviewing characteristics that make for successful students and graduates. Comprising of 12 sections, each section contains either a video-based scenario or a word-based scenario (i.e. a statement to consider), followed by a series of 3 probing questions.
There are technical (computer and internet) and security requirements and that you will need to follow, to ensure you complete the test correctly.
The universities that are using CASper for the 2019 admission cycle are; Australian Catholic University, Deakin University, Federation University, La Trobe University, Monash University, RMIT, Swinburne and Victoria University. If Education is on your list of preferences, please visit the CASper website to diarise your test date and read further on test preparation:
https://takecasper.com/aboutcasper/
Pathway’s into Education
If you don’t achieve the required ATAR to gain entry into your Education degree, remember you can consider the below Diploma’s at RMIT and Victoria University.
The Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation may be the right study choice for students with the motivation, capability and personal attributes to be a great teacher.
The Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation (Dip TEP) is an accredited AQF5 level qualification aimed at students who do not initially meet the minimum ATAR for teaching. The course has been developed as part of the Victorian Government’s Excellence in Teacher Education Reforms to ensure that disadvantage and diverse educational experiences are not a barrier to capable and committed people who want to pursue a career in teaching.
Successful completion of the Dip TEP will ensure that students graduate with the prerequisite knowledge and skills to undertake a rigorous undergraduate teacher education course. The Dip TEP supports students to meet the literacy and numeracy standards they will need in order to graduate with a teaching qualification and supports them to meet the demands of study at a higher education level. The course introduces them to contemporary issues in education and to teaching as a profession, including practical school-based placement.
RMIT - Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation
This diploma provides a pathway into the Bachelor of Education with the opportunity for students to obtain credits in the RMIT Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood, Primary or Disability). Applications for this one is via VTAC.
Victoria University Polytechnic - Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation (22451VIC)
Upon completion of this course, students are qualified to work as education support workers and are also eligible for guaranteed entry into the following Vic Uni’s undergraduate education courses:
• Bachelor of Early Childhood Education (with up to 24 credit points/2 units of study) or
• Bachelor of Education Studies (with up to 24 credit points/2 units of study)
Applications are to be made directly with Vic Uni, please visit:
https://www.vu.edu.au/courses/diploma-of-teacher-education-preparation-22451vic
La Trobe University Update
La Trobe’s Aspire Program
Applications for Latrobe’s Aspire Program are still open and will be closing on Friday the 31st of August. If you are currently preparing your application, please check that you have nominated an ‘Aspire Contact’ at your school (a contact who receives all Aspire applications for endorsement). If you need to change your Aspire contact, please email aspire@latrobe.edu.au
La Trobe’s Scholarships Update
Don’t forget! La Trobe have a Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship program rewarding students for outstanding academic achievement. In 2019 La Trobe will be offering up to 60 scholarships to high-achieving Year 12 students. Those with a minimum ATAR of 80, who apply for an undergraduate course in the following areas will automatically be assessed (no need to apply):
- Arts, Social Sciences & Communications
- Business & Commerce
- Teaching & Education
- Health Sciences
- Information Technology & Engineering
- Law &Criminology
- Science & Psychology
To review your eligibility visit: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/la-trobe-vice-chancellors-excellence-scholarship
VCE Plus Program
Attention all current Year 11 Students!
La Trobe offer a ‘VCE Plus Program’ allowing Year 12 VCE students to complete two first-year university subjects and have them recognised as part of their VCE. Applications for VCE Plus 2019 have just opened, so be sure to read more if you haven’t already.
https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/vce-plus/about
To register your interest, you can do so online at: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/vce-plus/registration-form
RMIT Update
Elite Athlete Entrants Program
Applications for the EAEP can be made on the RMIT website and must be received by Sunday 16 December 2018 for Semester 1, 2019. If you have any specific questions about the program you can email elite.athletes@rmit.edu.au
Experience Surveying
RMIT are hosting monthly hands-on opportunities for future students to find out about the growing field of Surveying. Interested students are welcome to register to attend these free events held once a month in Yarra Bend Park.
Next session is on Thursday 6th September at RMIT University Field Station, Yarra Bend Park - 201 Yarra Bend Road in Fairfield.
For more information, contact:
Thierry Demathieu (Program Manager) on 9925 8359 or thierry.demathieu@rmit.edu.au
To register:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/experience-surveying-at-yarra-bend-park-2018-tickets-43375485244
Swinburne Update
Have you not completed Further Math’s which is required for your preferred course?
Swinburne offers ‘Mathslink’, a bridging program for students needing VCE Units 3 and 4 Further Mathematics to study at Swinburne. The course runs for 7 weeks online with some contact hours and the next intake is in January 2019.To enquire further visit:
https://www.swinburne.edu.au/study/options/connect/email/
Federation University Update
Visual Arts folio presentations & Performing Arts auditions
Folio and interview applications are open for the Bachelor of Contemporary Communication Design and Bachelor of Contemporary Visual Arts. Audition applications are also open for the Bachelor of Contemporary Performance Practice.
Scholarships update
Fed Uni’s School of Science, Engineering and Information Technology supports their students with a range of scholarships valued up to $12,000 including:
•Women in Information Technology/Engineering Scholarships
•Engineering
•Information Technology
•Geoscience
•Mathematics
There are also ‘High Achievers’ scholarships available for students who achieve an adjusted ATAR above 80.00.
To read more visit: https://federation.edu.au/schools/school-of-science-engineering-and-information-technology/student-resources/scholarships
Chisholm Update
The first year of your degree could be free!
Chisolm’s Diploma’s in Accounting, Community Services and Nursing are all on the Government’s 2019 ‘Free TAFE’ list. Some diplomas may lead into the La Trobe pathway degrees, this means that you can potentially receive the first year of your degree free by doing the diploma first. Many of Chisholm’s diplomas attract credits from other universities also.
You can contact Tania Pearce for more details. tania.pearce@chisholm.edu.au
Endota Wellness College for Beauty Therapy
The Endota Spa Group now have launched a Endota Wellness College (EWC) with campuses in Melbourne and Canberra. Offering nationally recognised training in Beauty Therapy - Retail Cosmetics, Remedial Massage, Business – Salon Management and Makeup – Screen and Media, there are full time and part time (including evening) options available.
Some of EWC’s courses are partially government subsidised and VET student loans (Fee-Help) are available.
To review the requirements and application process visit:
http://endotawellnesscollege.edu.au/
Deakin Update
New Diploma’s
Are you interested in Construction Management?
Like other institutions, Deakin University have been working on developing pathways for students who have not met entry requirements for their preferred course at an Australian University.
At Deakin’s Geelong Waterfront campus, you can now complete an 8-12-month Diploma in Construction Management and be considered for entry into second year of university study. Deakin’s Diploma of Construction Management builds the foundation for further study in Construction Management (Honours) at Deakin University.
The following Diplomas are now being offered at Deakin’s Burwood campus, providing students a pathway into relevant Bachelor Degree’s:
- Diploma of Film, Television and Animation – Articulates into 2nd year of Bachelor of Film, Television and Animation.
- Diploma of Information Technology – Articulates into 2nd year of Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Cyber Security.
- Diploma of Design – (50 WAM) Articulates into 2nd year of Bachelor of Design (3D Animation), Bachelor of Design (Digital Technologies) and Bachelor of Design (Visual Communication).
- Diploma of Communication – (50 WAM) Articulates into 2nd year of Bachelor of Communication (Advertising), Bachelor of Communication (Digital Media), Bachelor of Communication (Journalism), Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations).
- Diploma of Business (60 WAM Burwood) (50 WAM Geelong) – Articulates into 2nd year of Bachelor of Business and majors include; Events Management, Film &Television, Organisational Psychology, Project Management, Property & Real Estate, People Management, Public Relations and Retail Management.
To learn more about entry requirements, contact Deakin http://discover.deakin.edu.au/Student-Enquiry.html
Focus on Engineering
Engineers are creative and inspired problem solvers who display unwavering attention to detail while maintaining a focus on the big picture. Engineers are responsible for the transportation and building infrastructure of the world, development of up-and-coming technology (software, hardware and electronics) and development of chemicals, machinery, and businesses.
The term 'engineering' covers many fields which is one of the great attractions of engineering work. It can provide a huge variety of tasks and environments to work in. The main disciplines are; Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Management, and Geotechnical and there are many different branches within each of these disciplines. You can read more about these areas (below) at https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au - Australia’s principal Engineering Association.
- Aerospace Engineering
- Agricultural Engineering
- Building Services
- Chemical Engineering
- Food Engineering
- Petroleum & Petrochemical Engineering
- Pharmaceutical
- Process Control
- Production
- Civil Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Hydraulics (Water) Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Transport Engineering
- Coastal and Ocean Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
- Minerals and Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering,
- Resource Engineering
- Risk Engineering
- Software Engineering
To enter the world of engineering, it is helpful to be naturally curious, innovative, driven and interested STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). It is also beneficial if you are; patient, accurate, safety-conscious, have good hand-eye co-ordination, are able to work in a team or independently, have strong attention to detail and enjoy technical work.
Secondary students planning to become an engineer have much to consider. What type of engineer to become, what industry to enter and which institution to attend. Many students undertake a common year at university or a pathway course to establish their chosen area and refine their university degree.
Graduates of accredited degrees are guaranteed a membership with ‘Engineers Australia’. Engineers Australia is the accreditation authority for tertiary institutions in Australia who are responsible for providing course programs that meet Australian and global benchmarks.
Future engineers can also explore the many fields available in Engineering by getting involved in community STEM learning activities. The Australian Government have developed a handy resource called ‘Star-Portal’ (https://starportal.edu.au/find-activity/1/) which is a facility that connects you directly to your local area.