Studying Medicine at the University of Adelaide2021 was the final intake for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery program. The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery will be replaced by the new Bachelor of Medical Studies / Doctor of Medicine programs from 2022.

The Medical program at the University of Adelaide has a six-year full-time duration which leads to the awards of Bachelor of Medical Studies and Doctor of Medicine.

The Bachelor of Medical Studies provides the foundation knowledge and skills needed to excel in health care. Students will also gain a deep understanding of how the Australian health care system works. This includes from the ‘consumer’ perspective; how patients interact with various health services and providers. The Bachelor of Medical Studies is the first part of the university’s medicine program; upon completion, students gain direct entry into the Doctor of Medicine. Together, these degrees will qualify graduates to practise medicine anywhere in Australia and throughout many parts of the world. Entry requirements into the Bachelor of Medical Studies are – an ATAR of 90.00 and above, and completion of Units 3/4 in English, and Biology or Chemistry or Mathematical Methods in the VCE.

What are Mechatronics and Robotics?

According to the Excel Education website, these specialised roles are defined accordingly:

Mechatronics

Mechatronics is an essential foundation for the expected growth in automation and manufacturing. It is the best of both worlds where electrical and mechanical realms complement each other to create a good system. To put it simply, you need to have good electronics skills to have an even better mechanical design when it comes to robotics and mechatronics, and vice versa. Mechanic engineers and electronic engineers are both specialists in their own major. However, for mechatronic engineers, they need to take both mechanical and electronic into account because they need to have a broader view of the overall design.

Robotics

Robotics is closely related to the design, construction, and as well as computer systems mainly focusing on control, sensory feedback, and information processing. It involves the concept of Programming, Mathematics, Design, Electronics and much more. Robotic engineers deal with creating robots and robotic systems mainly to make impossible duties to be possible, and difficult duties to be convenient. Particularly in the manufacturing industry, robotics engineers help to make jobs safer, easier, and more efficient for human beings.

Robotics can be considered as part of Mechatronics as it similarly involves these mechanical, electronics and computer engineering fields. Mathematically, robotics is the subset of the mechatronics set. In simple words, all robotic systems are mechatronic systems, but not all mechatronic systems are robotic systems. Below are the key skills required to succeed in the study of robotics and mechatronics:

Find out more about Robotics and Mechatronics specialisations at:

Monash University

https://www.monash.edu/study/courses/majors-minors-specialisations/2021/specialisations/robotics-and-mechatronics-engineering-xs0246

RMIT University

https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/levels-of-study/undergraduate-study/honours-degrees/bachelor-of-engineering-adv-manufacturing-and-mechatronics-honours-bh068

RMIT top in Australian and Global Animation Rankings

Students considering applying for animation and interactive media course after Year 12 might find the following information very informative.

The 2021 Animation Career Review rankings have been published and the RMIT Bachelor of Design (Animation & Interactive Media) has been ranked again #1 in Australia and #8 worldwide – a fantastic achievement! Students in Animation courses are “immersed in specialised design laboratories and studios from day one,” and all courses are taught by practicing artists, designers, and industry practitioners.

Other similar courses on offer include:

A pathway course in Diploma of Digital Media Technologies – on successful completion of this one-year diploma, students are guaranteed a place in the one-year Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media. Students who select the Interactive Digital Media (IDM) stream are then eligible to upskill still further into one of the following degrees with credit:

Music Degrees offered at Box Hill Institute

Box Hill Institute offers a range of music courses, and four bachelor degrees include:

Bachelor of Applied Music (Audio Production) – students attain a diverse range of both Audio Production and Music related skills. Core study areas include Advanced Audio Recording, Mixing and Producing, Music Theory, Advanced Music Production (DAW), Aural Training, Music Business and History.

Bachelor of Applied Business in Music Industry – this course prepares students for music careers as band managers, publicists, tour and event managers, music marketers, and promoters in record or publishing company roles.

Bachelor of Applied Music (Composition) – this course is for students wishing to gain employment in music composition. It is designed to expose students to, and teach them, a diverse range of composition related skills required for the music industry, film and media industries and the computer game music areas.

Bachelor of Applied Music (Performance) – students will explore both the theoretical and practical side of music via individual instrumental lessons, music production and music business training. They get to choose from audio production, composition, teaching, and performance electives.

Snapshot of Torrens University in 2021

Founded in 2013, Torrens University is Australia’s international university, partnering with prestigious schools and colleges, to develop a fresh, modern, global perspective for higher education.
Torrens offers a range of study options - undergraduate, graduate, higher degree by research and specialised degree programs in a wide range of academic disciplines, delivering its programs online and at its campuses. Torrens has six campuses in Sydney, two in Melbourne, one in Adelaide, two in Brisbane, one in the Blue Mountains, one in Auckland and one in China.
Torrens has a very strong industry connection and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) is an essential part of its course offerings – with industry placement built into every one of its undergraduate degrees.
Student support and well-being are taken very seriously, whether it's regarding requiring academic guidance or social support.
Partner institutions to Torrens University include –

Billy Blue College of Design

The Blue Mountains International Hotel School

Torrens offers courses in areas including –

Snapshot of The Hotel School – Melbourne in 2021

The Hotel School delivers Southern Cross University courses and is the only hotel school in Australia formed through a unique partnership between a public university and a global hotel investment group.
Southern Cross University ranks in the top 55 Academic Rankings of World Universities in the area of Hospitality and Tourism Management.
The Hotel School Melbourne Campus is located in the heart of the CBD.
Students have access to a state-of-the-art learning hub with dedicated student spaces.
The Hotel School offers a range of student support services.
Several courses are on offer, including –
Diploma of Hotel Management
Associate Degree of International Hotel and Tourism Management
Bachelor of Business in Hotel Management
The Hotel School has over 1000 industry connections who provide an invaluable resource for internships and Work Integrated Learning as well as other activities to students.
Internships make up an important part of the courses taught at The Hotel School
Students can learn more by participating in a virtual tour of the Melbourne Campus

Chisholm Allied Health Courses Information Session

Wednesday 26 May 2021, 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm, Online

If you’re interested in Allied Health, this information session is your chance to ask questions about what a career in Allied Health could look like for you.

Come along to learn about:

The diverse range of allied health courses
What our learning environments and facilities look like
Study options and campus locations
Placements within the courses
Our passionate teachers
What pathways are available and Free TAFE opportunities?

Find out more: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/allied-health-courses-information-session-tickets-141068617031

Box Hill Institute Creativity & Technology Showcase

Thursday 27 May 2021, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Box Hill Institute, Nelson Campus

BHI are united by a desire for a career that is rewarding – aligned to our talents and passions.

So, if your passion is creativity or technology, then don’t miss the BHI showcase on-campus event. Talk to the BHI friendly teachers, explore career options, meet current students and check out the amazing learning spaces.

Find out more about:

Music
Fashion
Visual Merchandising
Cyber Security
Floristry
Visual Arts
Graphic Design
Social Media Marketing
Photography
Hairdressing & Barbering
Beauty
Screen & Media Make-Up
Building Design
Hospitality & Culinary Arts
Land Sciences

Discover how at Box Hill Institute you gain the theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on experience to turn your passion into a successful career.

Find out more: https://www.boxhill.edu.au/events/creativity-and-technology-showcase/

Holmesglen Virtual Open Day

Thursday 17 June 2021, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Online

Hear from teachers, view Holmesglen campuses and tour the facilities online at Holmesglen’s Virtual Open Day.

Find out more:

https://holmesglen.edu.au/Students/Open-Days/

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