Careers and Senior Pathways

SACs

Students and parents are reminded that attendance and completion of SACs in a timely manner is very important for a smooth completion of all Unit 4 coursework by the end of Trerm 3.

Students who are sick on the day of a SAC must obtain a medical certificate and bring it to Ms Pickard on the first day they return to school. The make up SAC will be rescheduled into the first available time slot.

Be aware make up SACs are now completed after school on a Tuesday under the supervision of Ms Powell, Ms Auty or Ms Pickard. This time has been created as a priority to support students to complete all SACs before the end of term.

GAT information

The GAT will be held on Wednesday 7th September at the Springvale Town Hall. Students will be provided with detailed information closer to the date. Full school uniform is required.

Trial/Practice Exams

All students studying Units 3 and 4 will be completing Practice Exams during the week beginning Monday 26th September, the second week of the school holidays. Practice Exams will be held onsite at Killester. The exam timetable will be released shortly.

Alison Pickard

Senior Programs Leader

Hi! My name is Mina Nguyen and as a year 11 student, I was able to participate in the Access Monash Program and have a shadowing day at Monash University.

The Access Monash Program is a fantastic program that gives students the opportunity to get a clearer understanding of the pathway they want to take after high school and gives a deeper insight into all the activities and courses offered at Monash University. I was luckily able to shadow my friend’s mentor, in a group, as her course was related to the studies I wanted to pursue in the near future. We were able to visit on a day when our mentor had a molecular biology lecture, giving us a chance to experience what it would be like to sit through an hour-long lecture. Although I had little understanding of the content being covered during the lecture, I still enjoyed the experience as the atmosphere was comfortable and the class felt welcoming!

After the lecture, we were provided with a more in-depth tour of the buildings, allowing us to familiarise ourselves with the campus. Our mentor provided us with lots of help and tips when entering university, such as to take advantage of all the activities and clubs offered and how to smoothly transition into uni life. I’m glad to have had an opportunity to attend this shadowing day as I now have a better idea of what to expect when it eventually comes the time for me to enter! I encourage all students to participate in this program, regardless of whether you have a career pathway chosen or not, as you’ll be provided constant support and guidance from your mentor to help you choose a career and course that you really want!

Mina Nguyen Year 11

The Monash mentoring program is an amazing opportunity for high school students. Mentees are able to receive individual support from an experienced mentor. The program helps students in preparation for their future studies and career. As part of the program, my friends and I were given the opportunity to shadow a university student for a day, following them around campus and gaining a first-hand insight into university life. We were able to sit in on a molecular biology lecture, which was really insightful and interesting as we were able to see how university students learn on a daily basis. Our mentor then gave us a detailed tour around campus and introduced us to the different facilities and areas that Monash has to offer. We also had an opportunity to ask our mentor about her life as a university student and really got an in-depth view of the differences between high school and university. Overall, this was an amazing experience that helped my friends and me in familiarising ourselves with the university environment, while also assisting in making the transition between high school and tertiary education seem less daunting. I highly encourage year 11 and 12 students to get involved with this program and enrich their knowledge of university life!

Mary Nguyen

It was a really insightful and fun day. Starting off with getting the feel of getting onto campus in the morning. The Monash Clayton Campus was incredibly large and it was definitely easy to get lost. After meeting up with my mentor and her friends, she brought my friends and I to a molecular biology lecture, with a ton of information that I’d never even heard of in my own biology classes. After the hour-long lecture, my mentor took us on a little tour. We covered the biomed, chemistry and science buildings as those were the courses we were most interested in, while also answering questions we had about uni life like how to get into the career path we’d want and studying abroad even. We also took a trip to one of the many libraries and got to see where people ate and took breaks after or before lectures and lab work, including a standout building with lots of study spaces and tons of stairs. It was a really cool experience, seeing what uni students do on a normal day and I have a better understanding and appreciation for life after high school and it's something I’m looking forward to exploring in the near future. :)

Alisia Nguyen

Access Monash Program 2023

Monash University warmly extends an invitation to all Year 10 and 11 students to participate in the Access Monash Program for 2023. Applications are now open and will close on Friday November 25. Please see relevant information below.

All Year 10's will be participating in an information session with Access Monash in Homeroom on Thursday October 20.

Access Monash General Information

Application process for returning 2022 mentees

Application process for new mentees

Monash University School of Art and Design School Holiday Experience Days

27th September- Artist-led workshop

9.30pm-1pm

Straight to registration form: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/experience-day-artist-led-workshop-tickets-394834981057

Event listing: https://www.monash.edu/mada/events/2022/Experience-Day-Artist-led-workshop

28th September - Design and Architecture

10am-12.30pm/ 1pm-3.30pm(concurrent repeat sessions)

Straight to registration form: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/experience-day-design-and-architecture-tickets-394835101417

Event listing: https://www.monash.edu/mada/events/2022/Experience-Day-Design-and-Architecture

RMIT Get Set to Study Sessions

These sessions are aimed at Year 12 students who are interested in applying with RMIT.

Tertiary education can be quite different to high school, so it is important to be prepared for the journey that is to come. Register online for our sessions as below:

September 13 5.30- 6.30pm (Regional students)
September 15 5.30 - 6.30pm ( Parents)
September 22 A day at RMIT 1pm - 4pm (Melbourne campus)

The University of Melbourne deadlines for Music and Fine Arts

Applying for the Bachelor of Music and/or Bachelor of Fine Arts courses is a stepped process. Students are advised to be mindful of the upcoming due dates for each step.

Step 1

Start year 2023 Bachelor of Fine Arts and/or Music applications must be submitted via VTAC during the ‘timely application’ period, which closes Thursday 29 September, 5pm. Late applications will not be accepted.

Step 2

Submit a supplementary application form via SlideRoom. Each course has its own due date between September and November for this step. Visit the relevant course on our Study website and view the 'how to apply' page for specific details. There is a SlideRoom application fee of $25USD for all applicants. Fee waivers are available for eligible domestic applicants, including applicants who identify as Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islanders.

Step 3

Applicants may be invited to an audition or interview subject to course entry requirements.

See audition and interview details here

ACU Year 12 One-on-One appointments

ACU is offering Year 12's One-on-One Consultations. We have also set apart some time during the Term 3 school holidays where Year 12 students can book in a one-on-one consultation with ACU. This is an opportunity for Year 12 students to book in 30 minute one-on-one consultations for an opportunity to chat about study options, pathways and, how to gain entry into ACU and their dream course. These consultations will be held via video conference or over the phone. Bookings are open and students can book in a consultation here

FREE Holiday Resume and Interview Skill Workshops

Swinburne Skills and Jobs Centre is running two FREE workshops in the school holidays for young people preparing for their first job. Participants can attend on Wednesday 21 or Wednesday 28 September 2022.

Preparing for your first job; Resume and interview skills for young people

This workshop is ideal for young people seeking their first job, whether it's part-time employment while you study, or jumping into career options after school.
You will be guided through how to complete each section of a resume so that you feel confident searching for work straight away!
We will also touch on interview skills with the opportunity to practice in a supportive environment.
Bring along your laptop or device and work on your resume during the session. Receive real-time support and feedback from our team of qualified career practitioners.

When: Wednesday 21 or Wednesday 28 September (during school holidays)

Time: 10.00 – 11.30am

Where: Skills and Jobs Centre (CA Building)

Swinburne University Croydon Campus

12 – 50 Norton Road, Croydon VIC 3136

Register online: bit.ly/SwinSaJCFirstJob

Zoe Anderson

Careers and Pathways Educator