Careers News
Michael Harms
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YEAR 12 STUDENTS
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR HIGH ACHIEVERS
The University of Melbourne – Hansen Scholarship
If you are planning to study at The University of Melbourne in 2024, you should consider applying for the Hansen Scholarship. Stage 1 applications are now open and close on Thursday 30 March (early bird applications have closed). You must be able to prove financial disadvantage to be eligible.
Australia National University (ANU) – Tuckwell Scholarship
If you are planning to study at ANU in 2024, you should consider applying for the Tuckwell Scholarship. You are required to apply direct to ANU by 3 April for the courses you are interested in and by 13 April for the scholarship, https://tuckwell.anu.edu.au/
MEDICINE, DENTISTRY, ORAL HEALTH
Register for the UCAT ANZ
Year 12 students who are planning to sit the UCAT this year can now register to sit the test. Registrations will close on Wednesday 17 May, www.ucat.edu.au
Medicine Information Sessions (online)
Monash University
Wednesday 29 March, 5pm – 6pm
Book via www.monash.edu/discover/events
Charles Sturt University
Wednesday 29 March, 6pm – 7.30pm
Book via https://study.csu.edu.au/life/events
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE
Applications will open soon!
Year 12 students can apply for a 12-month position in the Air Force, Army or Navy to begin in 2024. Applications will open soon, www.defencejobs.gov.au
EARLY ENTRY APPLICATIONS OPEN
Charles Sturt University
Charles Sturt Advantage - Selection is based on Year 11 results and a soft skills assessment.
Applications close Friday 7 April
La Trobe University
Aspire – Year 11 Conditional Entry.
Selection is based on Year 11 results and a school endorsement.
Round 2 applications close Thursday 6 April
https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/aspire
Australian National University
Direct Entry
Selection is based on Year 11 grades and meeting the service and co-curricular requirements.
Applications close Monday 15 May
ALL STUDENTS
VETERINARY SCIENCE
Have you considered pursuing a career in veterinary science? Entry into Vet science courses is very competitive. You can apply to enter courses via undergraduate (straight from school) or graduate (complete a university degree first) entry. It’s never too early to start preparing for course entry. The following are important tasks to focus on:
For information on entry requirements for Vet science courses in Australia, visit https://bit.ly/3TyVF7m
BUSINESS + STEM
Do you love business and IT? Have a passion for analytics, apps, and entrepreneurship? Want to make an impact on communities and improve the lives of people and the environment? The team at Careers with STEM have written several excellent articles showcasing business + STEM occupations. Check out the huge range of careers you can explore and read profiles of people working in this exciting field, http://bit.ly/42tRqy0
JOBS IN ROBOTICS & AI
The team at Careers with STEM has written the following article for students interested in exploring careers in this exciting industry.
7 career and study pathways in robotics in AI
“With the increasing accessibility of free AI platforms, fresh grads with AI skills are in serious demand. In Australia, just over 20% of startups say AI is relevant to what they do, and by 2030 we we'll need an extra 161,000 AI specialists to fill yet-to-be advertised jobs. Not sure where to start with your studies? Suss our list of real-life AI role models doing incredible, innovative things in areas like machine learning, language, space, wildlife conservation and healthcare”, http://bit.ly/42uZZse
AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE ACADEMY
Students who would like to combine university study with a military lifestyle and career should consider applying for the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA), Canberra. Students will receive a fully subsidised university degree from UNSW, a wage, and military training in the role you apply for.
Undergraduate degrees include:
- Arts
- Business
- Engineering – Aeronautical, Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical
- Aviation
- Computing and Cyber Security
- Science
For information and to start your application, visit www.unsw.adfa.edu.au
AUSTRALIAN JOBS REPORT 2022
The newly released 2022 Australian Jobs Report presents a user-friendly summary of employment patterns in Australia. It can help young people to understand the labour market and emerging skill trends and what skills will be in demand in the future. The team at My Career Match have created a visual breakdown of the report results. Download it here, https://bit.ly/3CpL6JA
NEW EXERCISE SCIENCE DEGREE
Deakin University has just announced a new degree starting in 2024 for high achievers – Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science Advanced (Honours). The course aims to distinguish graduates in the field of exercise and sport science and will be offered at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus. Leveraging Deakin’s strong industry partnerships, students will complete 220 hours of placement experience within a variety of environments such as: professional sporting clubs, governing bodies, high performance centres, recreational gyms, and rehabilitation clinics ensuring they graduate job-ready. Learn about the course via https://bit.ly/3lvS25w
TRAIN TO BECOME A FLIGHT ATTENDANT
Flight attendants (also known as cabin crew) ensure the check in and out of passengers on domestic and international airlines. They provide exceptional customer service and give clear guidelines to passengers about safety processes. They also provide food and beverage services to passengers and work closely with the pilot/s.
To become a flight attendant, you don’t need formal qualifications, however some workers have completed the Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew).
William Angliss Institute offers the Certificate III in Aviation (Cabin Crew). To find out about the course, go to www.angliss.edu.au
YEAR 9 & 10 STUDENTS
THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
A Day at Melbourne
A Day at Melbourne is an exciting event for Year 9 and 10 students running at the Parkville campus on Saturday 22 April. Students will choose two hands-on workshops, participate in information sessions, and speak one to one with course advisers. Parents will be able to participate in two parent specific sessions. For information and to book your place, visit http://bit.ly/3Jt8Kub
MONASH UNIVERSITY
Girl Power in Engineering & IT (Year 9 students)
Year 9 female students are invited to apply for the exciting 4 year Girl Power program, including a three-night camp at the University of Melbourne, work experience in year 10 and mentoring opportunities in year 11 and 12, http://bit.ly/3JocDSB
Hands on Engineering and IT (Year 10)
Year 10 students can register to participate in free exciting engineering & IT workshops during the term break, https://bit.ly/3SVAqfw
Mr. Michael Harms
Careers Coordinator