Careers News

I hope everyone is coping with the changed circumstances. There are many online resources now and I have not mentioned them all here. Students (and parents) with a particular interest should contact Mrs Farrugia and I can tailor some resources for you.

GENERAL

Billy Blue Graphic Design Online Interactive Workshop

Thursday, 25 June. 4pm - 6pm 

https://www.billyblue.edu.au/news-events/upcoming-events/interactive-online-workshops-design-thinking

Cyber Security Careers Webinar 

3 June. 1.30pm 

Register:  https://dltv.vic.edu.au/event-3817792

Australian Government Digital Apprenticeship Program Do you love technology and solving problems? If you’re finishing year 12 this year, you might be interested in applying for the Australian Government’s Digital Apprenticeship Program. Applications are open until 29 June, so get yours in here.

The CASper Test                                                                                                                                              Do you need to sit the CASper Test for entry into a degree in 2021? We’ve written a quick guide with some important information about the test and how to register.        Take a look at the guide here.

National Youth Science Forum Apply by 14 June

 https://www.nysf.edu.au/programs/year-12-program/                                                                       

Apply here https://www.nysf.edu.au/what-we-do/how-to-apply/

Year 10 subject selection Advice for Choosing HSC Courses from NSW Education Standards Authority

http://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/11-12/hsc/subject-selection

What you can do with a Physics Degree https://careerswithstem.com.au/physics-qut

Join the State Library of NSW to access resources for study and assessments https://www2.sl.nsw.gov.au/eresources/

Surveying a great career! The RMIT Experience Surveying Day has been running monthly for a number of years now. With the COVID-19 pandemic keeping teachers, students and university staff indoors, the RMIT team have redeveloped their workshop. The class is ready to stream online, so students can participate from any location. This online class is held from 2pm-3pm AEDT on the last Tuesday of each month, and is ideal for students in years 10, 11 or 12 who love maths, geography, STEM subjects and the outdoors. It breaks down the ins and outs of surveying technology and study pathways.https://www.alifewithoutlimits.com.au/rmit-experience-surveying-day/

CAREERS EXPO

Unfortunately due to the current situation, Year 11 will not have the opportunity to attend the annual Career Expo in Leeton in which MCC would normally be involved. This event would enable the students to have the opportunity to chat to potential Universities, TAFE, Australian Defence Forces and other GAP year experiences. They can answer questions about accommodation, enrolments, early acceptance to universities and any other questions you may have.                                 

Year 11 students and interested Year 12 should register for a time that best suits yourself next Thursday afternoon. Your parents can also register and chat to future prospects as the expo is open until 8pm.

Year 10 students/parents can register if they feel it would assist with subject selection later in the year.

Interested students, teachers and parents should register at  https://youthsense.com.au/events/year13s-digital-careers-expo/

•    27 - 31 May: HSC and Beyond Virtual Careers Expo
• 24–28 June: VCE and Beyond Virtual Careers Expo 

EARLY ENTRY

Students have been notified of the updates to early and direct entry to ANU Macquarie and UC, if you are not sure contact Mrs Farrugia

University of Canberra announcing the introduction of the UC Uplift package – a series of initiatives that we either currently offer or will be putting in place to support both school leavers and non-school leavers being impacted by COVID-19. UC Early Offer Round – based on the Schools Recommendation Scheme (13 August) In addition to participating in the SRS early offer rounds in November, UC has also been working with UAC to set up a separate early offer round in August this year. Designed to provide peace of mind to anxious Year 12 students in 2020, the UC Early Offer Round will be based on the mechanics of the SRS process. Students will be required to submit an SRS application via UAC by Sunday 5 July, Release early offers will be during the 13 August UAC offer round. A condition of the offer will be the completion of Year 12, but like the standard SRS process, offers will be based solely on the school’s recommendation of the propensity for the student to perform in a tertiary setting.  https://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/apply-now/alternative-entry/schools-recommendation-scheme See also Webinar for future students on May 20 to find out more https://www.canberra.edu.au/events/Home/Event/160594

The University of Sydney, Early Offer Year 12 Scheme (E12/SRS) - Update to Eligibility – Rural and Regional The University of Sydney are pleased to share that eligibility for E12 has been extended this year to include students who attend a rural or regional school in NSW. Successful applicants receive conditional early entry with lower minimum ATAR requirements, in addition to a $5950 scholarship to support their transition to university study. For more information, please visit: sydney.edu.au/e12

Macquarie University Macquarie University has announced that the caps have been removed and any applicant who meets the criteria for the Early Entry Schemes, which offer students a place at Macquarie based on their Year 11 results, will be made an offer to study at Macquarie in 2011. For the first time, exemptions will be removed through the Schools Recommendation Scheme and Leaders and Achievers Entry Scheme. Mq.edu.au/study/year-12-early-entry.      As well, there are   other factors we can use to assess your suitability. That’s why we have 11 different admission pathways to Macquarie; ten of these assess your suitability on more than a selection ranking based on your raw ATAR or on your ATAR plus adjustment factors providing additional points.

https://www.mq.edu.au/study/macquarie-entry-navigator

The University of New England will guarantee Year 12 students an offer to start university in 2021 based in part on the School’s recommendation and other criteria.

online application submitted directly with UNE. The school’s recommendation combined with academic performance will determine the best offer of a university place.https://www.une.edu.au/study/study-on-campus/get-early-entryATARs are not required.

UTas Schools Recommendation Program The University of Tasmania has introduced a Schools Recommendation Program. Students can apply now and receive an offer as early as July based on year 11 results and their schools recommendation. For more information: https://www.utas.edu.au/undergraduate-study/your-path-to-2021

MEDICINE and HEALTH

UNSW will commence the whole 6 year undergraduate Medicine program at the Wagga Wagga campus in February 2021. The UNSW Wagga Wagga medical School will be holding a Student and Parent Information Session on the 3rd of June 2020 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm. This interactive video conference will help you understand how you can enrol for the 2021 intake of Medical Students at the Wagga Wagga Medical School. In addition you will gain a much better understanding of life as a medical student and Junior Doctor. You will be able to ask any questions you might have about the program, student life and the application process. 

It would be very helpful if all those registering have had an opportunity to view the video presentation explaining the application categories and process at the following link - Medicine Information Evening

For further details regarding the Wagga Wagga Medical School - https://rcs.med.unsw.edu.au/rcs-wagga-wagga-campus 

To register for this interactive information session, please Click here   

ACU | Talk with Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists Online Wednesday 17 June | 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/2020/june/talk-with-occupational-therapists-and-speech-pathologists-online

Undergraduate Medical Guide for UNSW https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/sites/default/files/uploads/UG2020_Medicine_final_v2.pdf

Update From UCAT ANZ: How COVID-19 Will Affect the 2020 UCAT Exam For now, Pearson VUE have adapted tests to meet health advice. To view the full video update, plus advice about what students should be doing now, please visit our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/icanmeducat.

University of Melbourne Medical degrees they will also be removing prerequisite subjects for entry to the degree, meaning you can gain entry from any field of study, not just health or sciences.

Read more about the changes coming up here:https://medicine.unimelb.edu.au/news-and-events/towards-2022-the-new-doctor-of-medicine

My Health Career Videos

Watch a variety of specialists who give their candid insight on why they enjoy their careers.

Pharmacy:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/pharmacy/

Physiotherapy:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/physiotherapy

Podiatry:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/podiatry/

Psychology:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/psychology/

All:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/videos

YEAR 10 SUBJECT SELECTION

University of Wollongong - Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar

22 June. 6pm

The Year 10 Subject Selection webinar is for students thinking about studying at university who would like to know more about our degrees and choosing subjects that provide a good foundation for each study area. Staff from the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will go through the ATAR, how it is calculated, and touch on scaling.We will also cover:• UOW Early Admission• Opportunities for High Achievers• Scholarships• UOW campuses• Student Accommodation• Pathways to University• Costs of University• Student Life

https://uow-au.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_W9cR1klgRKmqdkb9ssaKKg

UAC Steps to Uni for Year 10 Students Booklet

This booklet will be distributed free again this year, but due to the current situation we are only sending five copies to schools. If you need more, just let us know and we can send a limited number, also free of charge.

A PDF version of the Year 10 booklet is available on the website and an updated version of the UAC portal 

UNIVERSITY

UAC Guides Hard copies will be available at school soon until then access a digital copy at https://uac.edu.au/assets/documents/uac-guide/uac-guide-2020-21.pdf

2020 Applying for Uni as a Year 12 Student with UAC - Video on YouTube to help students navigate and understand the UAC application process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uznSIo_s_4U

UOW - Careers 101: Get Career Smart 

3 June. 4pm

This webinar will explore the steps that are essential to help choose a degree that leads to satisfying and meaningful career for you as an individual.

https://uow-au.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CAERPmMhSMKcfN6RW8Qp3w

University of Newcastle – Jobs of the Future – Engineering

9 June. 5.30pm

This webinar it’s an event for students, parents, and teachers, who want to know more about the jobs of the future and the role of engineers in tackling the world’s biggest problems.

https://www.newcastle.edu.au/events/future-students/jobs-of-the-future-engineering

Computing and IT

11 June. 5.30pm

https://www.newcastle.edu.au/events/future-students/jobs-of-the-future-computing-and-it

UTS – Discover the scholarships available for women in engineering or IT at UTS

17 June. 4pm

Register for this  webinar https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-engineering-and-information-technology/online-events/engineering-undergraduate-students/scholarships-women-engineering-or-it

UTS – IT Scholarships

18 June. 4pm

Register for this webinar https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-engineering-and-information-technology/online-events/it-undergraduate-students/it-scholarships-uts

Intro to Science in Information Technology at UTS

4 June. 4pm

Register for this webinar https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-engineering-and-information-technology/online-events/it-undergraduate-students/intro-science-information-technology-uts

 Intro to Information Systems at UTS

2 June. 4pm

Register for this webinarhttps://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-engineering-and-information-technology/online-events/it-undergraduate-students/intro-information-systems-uts

Macquarie University Q&A Webinar Series

Tuesday 2 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - Macquarie Leaders and AchieversThursday 4 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - EducationTuesday 9 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - Double degreesThursday 11 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - ScienceTuesday 16 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - Uni lifeThursday 18 June, 4pm to 4.45pm- Law & securityTuesday 23 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - ScholarshipsThursday 25 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - Engineering & ITTuesday 30 June, 4pm to 4.45pm - Macquarie's Actuarial Studies Co-op ProgramThursday 2 July, 4pm to 4.45pm - Macquarie's Accounting Co-op Program

Ask in the Q&A section in the webinar and our student ambassadors will answer live.*By registering for a Q&A you agree to receive info and be the first to know about early entry, scholarships, key dates and much more.

Register here:

https://macquarie.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_c0HhpBIgTLmWEUoHYhz49g

WORK EXPERIENCE

School work experience locally can be completed now in some industries. See Mrs Farrugia or  do some virtual work experience - contact Mrs Farrugia by email farrugiab@ww.catholic.edu.au 

Monash University Hands on Health virtual work experience. Register with Study Work Grow (see below on how to do this                         

 https://studyworkgrow.com.au/position/monash-hands-on-health-virtual-work-experience/ 

UNSW School of Civil & Environmental Engineering Work Experience 2020 Monday the 7th until Friday the 11th of September 2020.

SCHOLARSHIPS

The University of Sydney, Early Offer Year 12 Scheme (E12/SRS) - Update to Eligibility the University of Sydney are pleased to share that eligibility for E12 has been extended this year to include students who attend a rural or regional school in NSW. Successful applicants receive conditional early entry with lower minimum ATAR requirements, in addition to a $5950 scholarship to support their transition to university study. For more information, please visit sydney.edu.au/e12.

Tuckwell Scholarship Deadline Extended  Due to the coronavirus, ANU has decided to extend the due date for applications to the Tuckwell Scholarship Program until Monday 25 May.

https://studyworkgrow.com.au  and www.jobjump.com.au  both these sites (which the College subscribes to) have comprehensive scholarship  guides: See below for access details.                                  Five Simple Steps to Apply for a Scholarship. You can also access a course preference help and record page and help arranging preferences depending on assumed or actual ATAR 

Study work Grow https://studyworkgrow.com.au  sign up as a member using school code MCCG0219

Job Jump https://www.jobjump.com.au/ Go to I’m New and follow the instructions to find the College name and enter the password marian

RESOURCES

Degree Chooser. A new visualisation shows the likely spread of academic ability across student cohorts for hundreds of Australian Bachelor’s degrees. There is a link on the UAC website: https://www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/search-for-courses. Website: https://degreechooser.com.au.

Tips for Year 12 study and other information 

Go to https://www.tsfx.edu.au/ Join for free study tips and other useful exam information during Year 12

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