Pathways and Transition
John XXIII College Pathways Career Tools is here!
I would encourage all students and families to explore this site for information ranging from WACE and Post School options to goal setting, resume writing and more!
https://pathways.johnxxiii.edu.au/
More information will be added as the year progresses.
If you would like an apprenticeship or traineeship while at school find out more here HERE.
Defence Force Gap Year
- Spend 12-months in the Navy, Army or Air Force, where you get paid and gain skills is an option for school leavers.
- sign up for updates on deadlines HERE.
University News
29 January Fogarty Scholarship Applications Open
The Fogarty Scholarships are awarded to students who apply to UWA who demonstrate outstanding academic and extra-curricular achievements.
The scholarship delivers financial support but the academic extension and networking that the scholarship delivers will ensure lasting support for “Fogarty Scholars”.
Applications close on 23 May.
Check out the scholarship HERE.
Find out more about WA Universities
Some universities have published their on campus open dates and others are still online at this stage. Admission pathways for 2022 are still unclear.
UWA
| Sunday 28 March https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/openday Stay up to date! We'll be announcing more information shortly on our 2022 admission pathways. Register your details and we'll keep you updated.
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ECU
| Sunday 11 April: Joondalup Sunday 18 April: Mt Lawley (WAAPA) https://www.ecu.edu.au/open-day/overview
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Curtin
| Yr 10 Parent Info night https://news.curtin.edu.au/events/year-10-parent-information-evening/ Our Admissions team is currently reviewing its entry pathways. Please check our pathways page regularly to be the first to know of any changes.
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Notre Dame
| Open Day on Demand https://www.notredame.edu.au/opendayfreo
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Murdoch
| Open Every Day https://www.murdoch.edu.au/study/open-every-day
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CQU
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17 March ECU Future Student Information Expo
Come along to our Expo evening and learn about our courses, entry pathways and facilities.
Wednesday, 17 March, 6.00pm - 7.30pm Joondalup
Register HERE.
Choosing Your Subject Mix at Uni
I have had students tell me that they want to go to University X “because you can design your own degree”.
All West Australian universities have flexibility built into their degrees.
You can negotiate what subjects (units) your degree will include with an expert in the faculty. The subjects that are included in your degree can include ones that are done overseas.
All West Australian universities have partnerships with universities around the world. Through these partnerships, you can find interesting specialist subjects to study. Some of these subjects can be paid for through a scholarship.
Commonwealth Supported Places at Notre Dame
The University of Notre Dame Australia has been promoted to a Table A university under the Higher Education Support Act!
This means that, from January 2021:
- Eligible students will have full access to Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) and HECS-HELP for all undergraduate degrees at Notre Dame.
- Fees for these degrees at Notre Dame will be in line with other public universities in Australia.
- Students requiring additional support from the University will have equitable access to Government funded programs.
For fee information, visit our website or contact the Prospective Students Office
Comparisons of Actual and Indicative ATAR’s 2021
This table identifies courses with an ATAR cut-off rant 5 or more above the minimum rank.
This table shows data relating to offers made through TISC as published on the TISC website.
Note:
Curtin asked schools to apply through TISC.
Other universities offered direct enrolment to schools so lots of students at other universities didn’t go through TISC.
Minimum rank: Indicates the minimum ATAR required to be eligible for entry to the course, subject to meeting any other requirements and places being available.
Universities in WA 2020 Ranking from Good Universities Guide
To read the full report go to the Good Universities Guide
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Overall satisfaction This rating looks at the proportion of students who were satisfied with the overall quality of their educational experience.
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Social Equity This rating shows what proportion of domestic students enrolling at each university come from low socioeconomic or disadvantaged backgrounds |
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Undergraduate courses Staff Qualification This rating looks at the proportion of staff who hold a masters or doctoral degree.
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Interesting that Notre Dame students were the most satisfied, yet their lecturers and tutors were the least qualified. Bev |
Student Demand This rating looks at where high-achieving domestic students choose to study.
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First Generation The proportion of students commencing a Bachelor’s degree whose parents’ education did not exceed Year 12 |
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Undergraduate Learner Engagement The extent to which students were prepared to study, had a sense of belonging, were prepared to participate in discussions, worked with other students. |
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Full time work This rating compares the employment rates of graduates from different universities. |
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Where to get good information about Gap Years for 2022
If you think a Gap Year could be a good option for you in 2022 you can find out about them at Youth Central which is a Victorian government site. The information about your options and what to be careful of is just as relevant to students in WA.
- The Youth Central site has information on studying overseas, scholarships and links to further information.
- If you choose to take a gap year but think you might want to go to university later, you should still apply through the normal TISC process in August/September, then defer for a year once you get offered a place.
Build Your Employability Skills
Employment research shows there are three things that employees are looking for:
- Education achievements
- Employment experience
- Attitude
Employers say that they can teach technical skills on the job, but that they want new employers who have good interpersonal skills, have some experience behind them and who are willing to learn.
MyFuture gives tips on how to develop Employability Skills before you leave high school.
Overseas Study Information Sessions
Apply to American Universities with Education USA
https://au.usembassy.gov/education-culture/educationusa-australia/
Thinking of studying in the UK?
https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/applying-university/international-and-eu-students/why-study-uk
UCAT ANZ 2021
Important Dates
Candidates taking the UCAT ANZ in 2021 for entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand in 2022 should note these key dates (deadline times are in AEST - Australian Eastern Standard Time)
https://www.ucat.edu.au/ucat-anz/ucat-anz-2021/
UCAT: Frequently Asked Questions
1. What's the format of the UCAT?
The UCAT is a 2-hour computer-based test consisting of 233 multiple-choice questions divided into 5 subtests - Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning, Abstract Reasoning and Situational Judgement.
2. Should students train for the UCAT?
From my UCAT teaching experience, students perform better after they practice the online exam format and question styles. Your students are invited to create a free account to try theory lessons, quizzes, and complete a free full UCAT exam on our online exam simulator.
3. When should I start studying for the UCAT?
Students become busy during Year 12 with the demands of the HSC. Many successful students start UCAT study in the December-January school holidays to minimise the workload during their HSC year.
4. Which universities require the UCAT?
The UCAT is used to assist with the selection of students into Medicine and Dentistry at the following universities:
NSW - The University of New South Wales
NSW - The University of Newcastle/ University of New England
NSW - Western Sydney University
QLD - The University of Queensland
SA - The University of Adelaide
TAS - University of Tasmania
VIC - Monash University
WA - Curtin University
WA - The University of Western Australia
Employment Pathways for People with Intellectual Disability
Inclusion Australia has launched the Everyone Can Work website. This website helps people with intellectual disability and their families to understand the supports available to get into open employment.
Inclusion Australia are running free online training sessions for people with intellectual disability and their families during November 2020. To register, click here.
How to Build Your Career Online
Get a decent camera and microphone. Show your workspace online, it gives context.
These are some of the tips to workers who will probably have to work online either full time or sometimes.
How to build your career online in 2021
JobHero
Some great resources here.
Can’t get a job without experience Can’t get experience without a job
This fantastic article gives great tips for senior students on how to work towards getting a job. ‘
Leeuwin Ocean Adventures
The 5+ day voyages on the Sail Training Ship Leeuwin ll are a SCSA Endorsed Program. Students may record up to 3 WACE Units and have their achievements recorded on the WASSA.
Curtin University Learning Futures Network membership allows the voyage to be recognised as evidence for Scholarships and Alternative Pathway Portfolio Entry.
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CaLD) students may apply for the Future Connect Voyage.
Calendar of Events
Lyn Alexander
Head of Pathways and Transition
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