Careers News
Compass Career News
Here's a summary of the latest Career News with the full Careers Newsletters below.
Items in the 19 November 2021 Career News – this final newsletter for 2021 focuses on information for school leavers.
- Final reminder: VTAC 2022 Upcoming Key Dates
- Accessing VCE Results
- La Trobe University Campus Tours
- Monash University Campus Tours are Back!
- RMIT Maths Bridging Programme
- Swinburne University - MathsLink Bridging Programs
- Useful Tips for Successful Interviews
- National Careers Institute School Leavers Information Kit
Monash Campus Discovery Days
Now that restrictions are easing, Monash is opening their doors to senior secondary school students so they can experience the best of Monash’s four Australian campuses. Take part in a curated tour, which will bring you the best of their campuses, facilities, students and staff. Places are limited, so register now to avoid missing a place! Please note, all attendees must have received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to attend these events.
- Clayton: Monday 6 December and Tuesday 7 December, 3 - 7 pm
- Caulfield: Wednesday 8 December, 4 - 7pm
- Parkville: Wednesday 8 December, 10 am - 2pm
- Peninsula: Wednesday 8 December, 4 - 7 pm
Registrations at: www.monash.edu/open-day/campus-discovery-days
UTAS Know your options webinars
University of Tasmania are hosting a series of interactive webinars up to 8 December to help students on their decision-making journey. Students can hear from UTAS lecturers and fellow university students, who will give them the inside scoop on their chosen course and answer all their questions. These events will also help students to know their options especially if they are still considering which course is right for them, need information on how to enrol after they receive their offer, or which subjects they'll be studying in their first semester. To find out more about these webinars and to register click here (scroll down webpage to Undergraduate webinars).
ACU Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) and Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation)/Bachelor of Laws webinar – Monday 6 December at 7pm
Join ACU online to discover more about their Bachelor of Arts (Western Civilisation) degrees and learn about the scholarships on offer valued at up to $150,000. Hear from current students about their experiences studying these degrees at ACU and from ACU academics about the interesting course content. Find out more and register here.
Fed Uni Diploma of Graphic Design Virtual Information Session – Monday 6 December at 5pm
Take the first step in your career in the design industry. You will be introduced to the theory and practice of image-based communication and the principles of design, whilst building a verbal and visual vocabulary through research, experience and critical analysis. Classes will be held in a studio environment similar to what would be experienced in a professional design studio where you will also have access to a wide range of sophisticated facilities including photography studio, drawing studio and digital imaging equipment. Register here.
Fed Uni Diploma of Nursing Information Session Webinar – Wednesday 8 December at 5:30pm
Begin your career in Nursing at Federation TAFE! Through your studies you will gain hands-on experience in our nursing labs as well as clinical experience through Health placements in residential aged care, acute, mental health and community settings. This course will provide you with the competencies, skills and knowledge to gain registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Authority (AHPRA). Come along to this Fed Uni online Information Session to learn more about courses and how to apply in 2022. Register here.
SCCE Exchange upcoming Webinar – Wednesday 8 December at 6pm
SCCE understand that there is a lot to consider when going on exchange, which is why they offer these regular online information webinars to teach you all about your student exchange options. SCCE online sessions go for approximately 30 minutes and will guide you through everything you need to know about their programs. There is also time at the end of the presentation to ask questions, providing a wonderful opportunity to interact with both SCCE staff and other future exchange students. Find out more about SCCE and register for an upcoming webinar here.
AGILE at ACU
AGILE (Academy of Global Impact and Leadership through Ethics) is an innovative opportunity for high-achieving students to elevate their performance. ACU are taking student leaders and high achievers to the next level. High-achieving students who receive ATARs over 90 and enrol at ACU will be offered:
- Immediate membership in AGILE, which will provide them with exclusive networking opportunities
- Masterclass seminars with ACU’s nationally recognised teaching staff and global leaders
- Access to talks from Australia’s most inspiring leaders.
AGILE students will graduate not only with a degree, but with the experience, knowledge, and aptitude to be any employer’s first choice and make a positive contribution. Learn more about AGILE here.
Explore ACU campuses virtually – if you missed out on the chance to visit ACU’s Victorian campuses in-person this year, not to worry – ACU have user-friendly online tours that will allow you to see their facilities and learning areas from the comfort of your own home. Visit the following links to explore ACU’s campuses in Victoria:
University of Melbourne webinar – Skills and Careers for the 21st Century: Where to from here?
Even prior to the pandemic, the 21st Century had started to require different sets of skills and attitudes in understanding what skills are important for rapidly changing industries. The current pandemic has only escalated these changes. As a result, students are expected to have a very different set of skills profile by the time they graduate from tertiary education. For example, beyond their area of studies or interest, it will be important for graduates to have some level of digital skills. At the same time, interdisciplinary studies are becoming even more important in a world that is breaking down silos, where Accounting firms hire STEM graduates, and where Google looks for Humanities graduates. Yet, many tertiary study decisions are being based on 20th century knowledge and trends. In this webinar Associate Professor Shanton Chang and Megan Dench provide fascinating insights into skills and careers for the Digital Century. To watch a recording of this webinar click here.
Clarissa Jacques
Careers & Pathways Coordinator