Careers and Pathways

Changes to Key Dates for the 2021-22 VTAC Selection Cycle 

Following the VCAA’s announcement on Tuesday 17th August, VCE results will now be released at 7am, Thursday 16 December. VTAC confirms that the ATAR will be released to VCE students at the same time.

The December offer round for domestic students WILL NOT RUN in 2021. The first offer round for domestic year 12 students will be the January round, with offers released on 14 January.

Updated Key dates listing are provided below:

News from the University of Melbourne

• New Future Students Webpage

The Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences has launched a digital space for future students to meet our current students and alumni across the globe and find out more about their many journeys and experiences. Students will gain a greater insight into what it is like to study at the University of Melbourne, and become part of its close-knit community of students, alumni and academics; watch videos featuring various study options, find useful resources and upcoming events. Find out more by browsing Meet Us

• New Master of Engineering Courses

From 2022, the professional entry Master of Engineering courses will undergo a name change and offer students the opportunity to select a specialisation as they study.  This means students can develop a solid foundation in their chosen field, while exploring individual interests and strengths.  It offers a more flexible way of studying that will help students ensure they are on the right career path.  In addition, there will be nine new courses available.Find out more at Master of Engineering 

• Guaranteed ATARs for 2022

The university has taken into consideration the challenges and disruptions to Year 12 students over the last two years, and all applicants who meet the course prerequisites and guaranteed ATAR for their preferred course will achieve a place at the University when they receive their ATAR on 13 December 2021. The new guaranteed ATARs aim to provide students with comfort and assurance, allowing them to prepare for life and study at the University of Melbourne in 2022.

To be eligible for guaranteed entry, applicants must also meet the following requirements: 

• All course prerequisites and achieve the ATAR (or notional ATAR) outlined in the table below
• Apply to their preferred undergraduate course at the University via VTAC

• University of Melbourne Residential Colleges 

• Fine Arts and Music Degrees

Year 12 students applying for the following Fine Arts or Music courses at the University of Melbourne for 2022 are encouraged to take note of extra-requirements for eligibility to be selected.  All applicants must submit their Supplementary Application Form (available from their VTAC Account) by the dates listed. There is a USD$25 (approximately AUD$35) fee to submit the Supplementary Form*. 

Recorded auditions or  portfolios will need to be uploaded via the Supplementary Application form and closing dates vary, so please check the VTAC website very carefully - www.vtac.edu.au, as well as UniMelb Auditions and Interviews for more details about interviews or call-backs for short-listed applicants.

*This fee can be waived for Healthcare card holders, Indigenous students, or any other student with extenuating circumstances (including having difficulty paying the fees if applying for multiple disciplines).

The Australian College of the Arts

Collarts is an independent college offering a range of specialised courses from animation to fashion, from music to interior design. Collarts offers a hands-on, collaborative approach to learning, and the college strives to support those who want to succeed in the creative and entertainment industries, both nationally and internationally. 

Throughout their education, students are given opportunities to gain work experience at music festivals, entertainment venues, recording facilities, radio stations, and with brands and organisations at the forefront of contemporary culture. Importantly, as part of each degree, students also undertake a comprehensive work placement.  Students are encouraged to browse the links below to learn more:

Global And International Studies Courses in Victoria in 2021 Many universities in Victoria offer courses that include major studies in international studies, global studies, international relations, policy studies, politics, etc. that students keen on a career as a diplomat, or working in government or NGO’s, might be keen on studying.  Students should note that the prerequisite VCE subject for most of the degrees listed below is only an English or EAL. 

Snapshot of Federation University Australia in 2021

• Federation University Australia was formed when the former University of Ballarat and the Gippsland Campus of Monash University were amalgamated
• FedUni’s history actually dates back to 1870
• FedUni is regional Victoria's largest education institution, with campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, the Wimmera, and Brisbane providing easy access to study, and approximately 1200 staff committed to teaching excellence and student support
• FedUni has over 24,000 domestic and international students and 110,000 alumni across Australia and the world
• FedUni offers a broad range of courses from apprenticeships to bachelor degrees
• FedUni offers a range of scholarships, bursaries and grants.  One particularly significant scholarship is the FedUni High Achievers Scholarship which is worth $18,000 including one year of on-campus accommodation, for eligible students who attain an ATAR of 80+
• FedUni students can access a wide range of services and support to assist them
• Students who choose to live in residence gain the best start to their university experience - accommodation. First-year undergraduate students are guaranteed* accommodation during their first year of study
• FedUni students also have the opportunity to study overseas at a range of institutions. Students can participate in a variety of programs that will provide them with a global experience. Students can choose between short-term programs and semester-long programs - Study Abroad and Exchange
• FedUni’s Industry Placement Program provides students with an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience, to enhance their knowledge and skills

Ms Vivian Seremetis

Careers Coordinator