Careers and Pathways

REMINDER – ATAR & CHANGE OF PREFERENCE

VTAC 2021 Upcoming Key Dates

VTAC website is www.vtac.edu.au

Accessing 2020 VCE Results

VCE study scores, ATAR and VTAC Scaled Study Scores will be available to students via the Results and ATAR website and the Results and ATAR app on Wednesday 30 December 2020 at 7.00am.  Students will receive a statement of VCE study scores from the VCAA, and those who applied for courses through VTAC this year and have paid their VTAC processing fees, will be sent an ATAR statement in the mail.

Students who wish to receive their results online, will need to register at https://resultsandatar.vic.edu.au/results/applicants.htm BEFORE results are released. 

Registrations are already open, and students are encouraged to register soon. 

Note: To register, students need their VCAA student number and will be requested to choose a secure password on registering.

Mazenod College Change of Preference Counselling Support Service

Year 12 students can book for one-to-one Change of Preference counselling with Ms Seremetis at school for Wednesday 30th (9am-4pm) and Thursday 31st December (9am-3pm). 

Change of Preference information was emailed to all Year 12 students and parents on 28th October together with a comprehensive information pack for the December-January VTAC selection period.

Bookings for COP counselling at Mazenod College can be made HERE 

Are you going to university in 2021? You’ll need a USI

If you’re going to university in 2021, it is now compulsory for you to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI). You must have a USI to be eligible for Commonwealth assistance when studying, such as access to Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) and a HELP loan.

If you have done any VET or TAFE study in the past as part of your VCE or VCAL, you may already have a USI. If not, it’s completely free to create one, and it stays with you for life.

Find out more about the change and how you can apply for a USI here: https://www.usi.gov.au/higher-education

NCI School Leavers Support

The National Careers Institute has put together their School Leavers Information Kit, packed with information you need on your options after school.

Whether you’re thinking of studying, working, or doing something else, they can provide you with support and help you pick the best option for you.

Find out more here: https://www.yourcareer.gov.au/school-leavers-support/

Everything you need to know about Youth Allowance

If you’re finishing Year 12 this year and thinking of studying next year, you might be wondering what financial support is out there. Services Australia offer a variety of payments to help young people studying or training, including Youth Allowance.

To find out more about these payments and whether or not you might be eligible, Services Australia has put together a handy guide with links to a variety of resources to help you out.

Find out more here: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/individuals/news/everything-you-need-know-about-youth-allowance

New combined degrees at Deakin University, 2021

The Deakin Business School is pleased to announce the introduction of a new combined degree in collaboration with the School of Communication and Creative Arts; the Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Communication. These course combinations are new and are now available on VTAC ready for Change of Preference time.

The Bachelor of Communication has four versions (all listed below) and are available on VTAC for commencement in Trimester 1 2021.

• Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Communications (Advertising)                 VTAC Code: 1400510711
• Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Communications (Digital Media)              VTAC Code: 1400510721
• Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)                  VTAC Code: 1400510731
• Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations)         VTAC Code: 1400510741

The 4-year combined degrees will allow students to study the internationally accredited Bachelor of Commerce, alongside the Bachelor of Communications. 

Students can choose from a wide variety of Commerce specialisations in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Financial Planning, Marketing, Management or Human Resources, while completing a Communications specialisation in either Advertising, Digital Media, Journalism or Public Relations. 

In a jobs market which requires diversity, these new combined degrees offer a myriad of career outcomes, as well as job opportunities in related fields such as Marketing and Communications.

Upcoming Online Information Evenings & Workshops

Box Hill Institute Virtual Information Evening

10 December 2020, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Online

The BHI Virtual Information Evening is just around the corner and is the chance for you to speak to industry experts about courses, careers and study in a friendly environment.

You can choose from a range of sessions and activities to find out how our practical, hands-on approach to skills prepares you for career success.

Find out more: https://www.boxhill.edu.au/events/virtual-information-sessions/

William Angliss Institute Information Session – Higher Education

15 December 2020, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Online

Ask all your questions about studying a Bachelor Degree at William Angliss.

Find out more: https://www.angliss.edu.au/events-hub/information-session-higher-education/

Monash University ‘Gear up for Engineering’ – Information Session

16 December 2020, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Online

Do you have any last-minute questions about studying engineering?

Join Monash University Faculty of Engineering to find out all you need to know. This session is for students who are considering undergraduate study in 2021.

Find out more: https://www.monash.edu/y12hub/events-calendar/articles/gear-up-for-engineering-information-session

NIE Medical Interviews Preparation Workshop, Online

12 December 2020, 10:00 am - 13 December 2020, 4:00 pm, Online

The unique NIE workshop program aims for students to gain an in-depth understanding and required knowledge of the medical interview processes for specific universities, including Multi-station Mini Interview (MMI), Structured, and Semi-structured panel interviews. The workshop is structured and based on the models that are taught during the one-on-one personalised medical interview sessions. The workshop will allow each and every attendee to find out more about the required skills and practical understanding for the university which they received an interview offer from.

Find out more: https://www.nie.edu.au/products-listing/product/44-umat-medical-interviews-preparation-workshop

WORK EXPERIENCE 2021

Last week, all Year 9 students completed the Safe at Work Occupational Health & Safety training here at the College as first steps towards preparing for work experience in 2021. The students are to be congratulated on their efforts. It was very pleasing to see our young men receive their certification and noting their enthusiasm for work experience next year as part of Year 10. 

I wish to remind students and parents about the importance of seeking work experience early. With the uncertainty of Covid-19 and the requirement of Covid-Safe procedures in workplaces, many employers may be reluctant to take on a work experience student. Starting the search early can help ensure that our students meet the deadline of returning paperwork to the College in the New Year by the end of term 1. Often the best place to start the search for work experience is through existing family and friend networks.

Work experience dates are Tuesday 15th – Friday 18th June 2021 (4 day placement). Please note, Monday 14th June is a public holiday.

All paperwork pertaining to work experience was emailed to Year 9 parents (2020) on Monday 16th November 2020. If you are unable to locate this email, you can access the required work experience forms on the Mazenod College Careers Website. Click on the large red button and download the documents that you need. Forms may be emailed to employers or printed and taken in person.

Best of luck in your search for work experience and all the best for a wonderful Christmas and New Year. 

Ms Vivian Seremetis

Careers Coordinator