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Monash Uni Free Year 12 study seminar on Academic Writing

Monash Scholars Partner School 

The Academic Writing webinar will be presented by Monash academic Dr. Andrew Johnson.

Dr Johnson has held various teaching and research roles since 2002. He currently teaches and coordinates units in academic and professional writing as well as career development. He has also developed an online English program, for all Monash students (Ascent).

He will be covering some of the key characteristics of academic writing, key grammar principles and how they can vary between different styles of writing, skills to assist you in proofreading your writing, as well as covering the importance of good grammar and writing skills in the workforce.

These important skills will support you during your Year 12 studies and as you transition into university and your future career.

Register online by clicking the link button below:

Deakin | Campus Tours

Build on the knowledge you’ll receive in our online course information events and experience campus life for real by attending a 45-minute campus tour with your family these school holidays. You’ll get a first hand look at our facilities, guided by a current student, and have all your study questions answered.

You’ll have the option to choose your preferred campus and tailor the areas you visit to the courses that interest you. Not sure what you want to study yet? Our general tour is a great place to start! For those considering living on campus, there will also be an optional residences tour available.

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William Angliss Institute | Experience Day – Student vs Teacher

8 April 2021, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

Online

Come witness an Angliss first, a student and teacher, compete in the ultimate cake decoration contest. See how they keep up under pressure, and at the end of the session, you can ask about life as an Angliss student and how you can make your start in the Foods industry.

For future butchers, bakers, patissiers, chefs and food technicians – you don’t want to miss this event!

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Early Leaders Program at Swinburne

Build the confidence, skills and network you need to transition to university with ease.  The Early Leaders Program is all about preparing you for your future.

The Early Leaders Program (ELP) provides secondary students with the opportunity to be recognised for extra-curricular activities, making themselves attractive candidates for future employers.  The ELP is open to all students who are undertaking Year 11 in 2021.  Completion of the Early Leaders Program can be a great achievement to include in applications for employment and further study.  Undertaking it also provides a range of valuable benefits to students.

Students can:  Develop life skills

• Grow your confidence
• Increase your employability
• Gain recognition for achievements from a leading university
• Get out of your comfort zone and try something new

In addition to the above benefits, students who successfully complete the Early Leaders Program will be awarded credit towards the Swinburne Emerging Leaders Program, a program for enrolled Swinburne students only.

Applications for 2021 are now open.  Students keen on finding out more, or applying, should visit Early Leaders Program (ELP).

La Trobe | Aspire Early Admissions: Applications 101 Webinar

13 April 2021, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Online

At La Trobe, we know there’s more to being a good student than marks alone. Our Aspire Early Admissions Program rewards your involvement in community, leadership and volunteering with an early conditional offer into your chosen course at La Trobe. In this webinar, we’ll tell you exactly what goes into writing a successful Aspire application. You’ll get the opportunity to ask questions that help you need.

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Women in STEM: Meet Diverse Female STEM Professionals

Looking for role models, mentors, speakers and generally amazing people working in science, technology, engineering and maths?

Careers in STEM have profiled hundreds of women in STEM combining STEM with their ‘X’ – their passion, interest or another field. These women in STEM represent diverse career options for young people looking to pursue a STEM career, and offer in-depth information on the individual pathways they took to get to where they are today.

Find out more about these amazing women and their careers here:

Melissa Dillon and Robyn Cardamone

Careers & VET Coordinators