Careers and Pathways
Speaking to a Careers Practitioner
Your career pathway is unique to you. There are many choices available and sometimes identifying your skills or knowing exactly how to achieve your career goals can be difficult. Speaking to someone about your career can be a great help with building confidence, recognising your strengths and finding work experience. The people you speak to could be family members, friends, peers, or a professional careers practitioner. If you wish to make an appointment to speak with Ms. Seremetis to discuss your career, subjects, or tertiary studies after year 12, please visit the Careers Office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays or email vseremetis@mazenod.vic.edu.au The Careers Office is located within the Library in the O’Rourke Complex. Best of luck for the 2022 Academic Year!
QS World University Rankings 2022
The table below provides a brief comparison of where some Australian universities rank in the QS World’s Top Universities Rankings for 2022. Students should note that with QS World Rankings looking at over 1300 universities worldwide, the fact that Australia has a number of universities that rank in the top 500 is quite an achievement.
| UNIVERSITY | World Ranking |
| Australian National University | 27 |
| University of Melbourne | 37 |
| University of Sydney | 38 |
| University of New South Wales | 43 |
| University of Queensland | 47 |
| Monash University | 58 |
| University of Western Australia | 93 |
| University of Adelaide | 108 |
| University of Technology (Sydney) | 133 |
| University of Wollongong | 193 |
| Curtin University | 194 |
| University of Newcastle | 197 |
| Macquarie University | 200 |
| RMIT University | 206 |
| Queensland University of Technology | 213 |
| Deakin University | 283 |
| Griffith University | 290 |
| University of Tasmania | 303 |
| Swinburne University | 321 |
| University of South Australia | 326 |
| La Trobe University | 362 |
| Flinders University | 407 |
| James Cook University | 424 |
| University of Canberra | 436 |
| Bond University | 451 |
| Western Sydney University | 494 |
To find out more about the QS World’s Top Universities Rankings, visit QS World University Rankings.
Students might be keen to also browse the top 50 universities under the age of 50, of which University of Technology Sydney (UTS), University of Wollongong, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Curtin University, RMIT University, Deakin University, University of South Australia (UniSA), Griffith University, and Swinburne University of Technology all place.
Free Online Student Guide
Students considering studying medicine or dentistry are invited to access the iCanMed website for information about where to study medicine and dentistry, what the entry requirements might be, and all things related to the UCAT test required for most medicine courses. This is an excellent ‘go to guide’.
Bookings for the UCAT exam for entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand in 2023 will open on 1 March 2022. Testing begins 1 July 2022. More information regarding UCAT will follow soon.
Bachelor of Arts Reimagined
Swinburne’s Bachelor of Arts is changing, majorly from 2022.
Instead of choosing from a range of single arts subjects, the university has woven disciplines such as politics, history and sociology together into new themed majors including Politics, Power and Technology; Climate and Social Justice; and Ethics and Technology. So, students can connect their passion for a cause, to a course and a meaningful career.
Arts students will look at humanity and the complex issues the world is facing from multiple angles and look for innovative solutions. In addition, students will develop skills such as critical and creative thinking, problem-solving and digital literacy – all of which are sought after in a range of industries now and in the future.
Students can choose a Bachelor of Arts in a double degree, including a new Arts, double with Psychological Sciences to add depth to their chosen field or industry. A reminder too, that with Work Integrated Learning guaranteed as part of the course, students will graduate with real industry experience and be ready to turn their passion into a profession.
Students can find out more at New Bachelor of Arts.
News from La Trobe University
- New Pathways to the Bachelor of Education Programs
The Diploma of Teacher Education and Associate Degree of Teacher Education are the new pathways at La Trobe to the Bachelor of Education programs. These pathways replace the Bachelor of Educational Studies. Both pathway courses build the qualifications to transition directly into the second year of the Bachelor of Education (Primary), Bachelor of Education (Secondary) or Bachelor of Early Childhood and Primary Education with full credit.
- Restructured Business Degree
The Bachelor of Business will move from a ‘tagged’ degree (e.g., Bachelor of Business (Marketing)) to a Bachelor of Business and students will choose their major while studying. Students will also have a much larger range of majors and minors to choose from including digital business and international business.
- Change to Entry Requirements to Engineering Degrees
La Trobe has changed the requirements for the Bachelor of Civil Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Engineering Honours (Industrial) with the removal of either Maths Methods or Specialist Maths requirement and replacement with the requirement of any Unit 3 and 4 VCE Mathematics.
Occupational Therapy Courses in Victoria in 2022 Occupational therapists assess and treat people who, due to illness, injury or circumstance, are limited in their ability to undertake everyday activities. They assist people to regain lost functions, develop their abilities and social skills, as well as maintain and promote independence in their everyday lives to enhance health and wellbeing - Good Universities Guide - Occupational Therapist .
Occupational Therapy is offered at the following Victorian Universities:
| UNIVERSITY | VCE REQUIREMENTS | ATAR 2022 |
M - Melbourne | Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics. | 88.00 (M) |
AW – Albury-Wodonga | No VCE prerequisites but completion of Year 12 is required, and an ATAR is used in selection
| 70.55 (AW) |
G – Geelong W’Front | Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
| 78.25 (G) |
Gi – Gippsland | Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of any Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: one of Biology, Chemistry, Health And Human Development, any Mathematics, Physical Education or Physics; Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in any English. | 60.35 (Gi) |
B – Bendigo M –Melb. | Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL. | 75.45(B) 88.55(M) |
P - Peninsula | Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 27 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL. | 85.15 (P) |
The Hansen Scholarship 2023
The Hansen Scholarship Program was first introduced in 2020, and it offers 20 talented students from around Australia a generous package of accommodation, financial support, mentoring and pastoral care.
Selection is based on:
- Track record of academic excellence and a commitment to academic success in university studies.
- Demonstrated ability to achieve success in the face of adversity and overcome obstacles.
- Demonstrated ability to apply skills and strengths towards activities which benefit others.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team and lead those around you.
- Likelihood of thriving as a Hansen Scholar and actively contributing to the Hansen Scholarship Program.
Benefits of the scholarship include:
- A standard room for 48 weeks each year, at no charge, for the standard full-time, three-year undergraduate degree at Little Hall residence in Lincoln Square South.
An allowance of $4000 per year for general living expenses for the standard full-time duration of the undergraduate degree. - Full fee remission for asylum seekers who would otherwise have to pay international fees .
- A one-time grant of up to $4000 to support an approved activity for the Scholar’s development such as an international exchange, an international subject, an internship or similar role.
- Access to a mentoring program, pastoral care, and development programs available to all students at Little Hall as well as a tailored program of mentoring and support exclusively for Hansen Scholars.
- Priority access to graduate accommodation at Little Hall should the Hansen Scholar wish to pursue graduate studies at Melbourne after completing their undergraduate degree.
- Next steps funding after completion of the scholar’s undergraduate degree (competitive process to apply for up to $10,000 for a short-term activity or up to $20,000 for further study).
- From 2022, students who meet the requirements for the Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholarship will receive the Melbourne Chancellor’s Scholarship Guaranteed Commonwealth Supported Place in one of the professional master degrees for students who meet the prerequisite course and entry requirements for the master degree.
Applications open on 7 February 2022, and close on 9 March 2022.
Find out more at The Hansen Scholarship Program.
Launch your career with an apprenticeship!
A few local employers have contacted the College seeking apprentices for an immediate start. Ideally, these are positions for year 12 graduates from the Class of 2021. Details are provided below:
Maks joinery is a family run business that is located in Keysborough, we specialise in high end joinery working closely with our builders, architects, and private clients. We are currently seeking expression of interest by recent year 12 graduates in a Cabinet Making/Joinery apprenticeship. Applicants are asked to email application and resume to Mr. Mario Vougas at info@maksjoinery.com.au or refer to the website: https://www.maksjoinery.com.au/
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We are a local business and have had many Mazenod students for work experience over the years. We would like to extend an opportunity for a year 12 student who finished last year to apply for our current apprenticeship. While signwriting is not a career that many may have though of, it is a great option for someone who excels in woodwork / metalwork classes and enjoys making things and working with tools and their hands. Signwriting covers working with timber, metal, plastics and vinyl wrapping vehicles.
Apprentice Signwriter & Installer Looking for a great Apprentice role with on and off the job training and a supportive work environment? Form A Sign is more than your average signage and sticker manufacturer. The focus of this family owned professional business, located in Noble Park North, is to make quality signs, stickers, logo designs, printing, pylon signs, laser engraving, banners, 3D routing, signage for vehicles, shops, buildings, displays, exhibitions, a wide range of promotional products and routered non-slip boat flooring. A fantastic opportunity exists for a year 12 qualified APPRENTICE to join the team. In this varied role you will work closely with the Directors, Graphic Designers and other Sign Manufacture and Installation team members to manufacture, install on-site or pack signs and stickers in a timely manner to meet customer requirements. The successful candidate for this rewarding position will be trained at the sign school university, usually for schooling 1 week per month, and be at Form A Sign 3 weeks per month. This is a 4-year apprenticeship with ongoing employment as a Sign Manufacturer / Installer. You will also be able to develop your sign manufacture abilities in the commercial world, such as wrapping and signwriting vehicles and boats, weeding stickers, laminating, manufacturing sign frames, displays, banners or similar here with our team. More specifically you will;
This is a great opportunity to work on many high-profile projects while adding variety to your day's work. Please check out our web site, www.formasign.com.au or find us on Youtube or Facebook for more details about the exciting work you may be involved with us. Interested students are asked to email application and resume to Karen Chandler at: info@formasign.com.au |
Year 10 Work Experience 2022
Welcome back to school! Let’s hope this year is a great year and Year 10 students can successfully participate in the work experience program. Unfortunately Covid-19 has meant that the year 10s of 2020 and 2021 had their placements cancelled due to lockdowns. We pray that 2022 is a better year for us all and that our students can experience the world of work later this year.
Congratulations to those year 10 students who have already returned their completed work experience forms to the College. A reminder to all year 10 students that work experience forms must be returned to Ms. Seremetis by Thursday 7th April 2022. This is the last week of term 1.
WORK EXPERIENCE DATES ARE MONDAY 20th – FRIDAY 24th JUNE 2022.
If you require a new Work Experience Arrangement Form or the full work experience information pack, please download the relevant documentation from MAZCOM: https://mazcom.mazenod.vic.edu.au/homepage/13956
Ms Vivian Seremetis
Careers Coordinator