Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) Roadshow

Year 10 – 12 students are invited to the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) Roadshow. This is an Information Night different to other regular ADFA information sessions – this session will have special guests from ADFA and the University of NSW (UNSW), and is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in ADFA to get a better understanding of the academy.

Date: Monday, 31 March 2014

Time: 6pm – 7:30pm

Location: 501 Swanston Street

Melbourne, VIC, 3000

Meeting Place: Level 14 Reception area

RSVPs are essential so please respond via email to reserve a seat/s by no later than Friday, 28 March 2014. RSVP return email address: CPTVIC@dfr.com.au

News from the University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne offers excellent study abroad and exchange programs. Options include exchange programs, study abroad programs, University of Melbourne Overseas Subjects, short-term ‘taster’ programs and even international internships.

As of 2013 the University of Melbourne was recognised as the national leader university in study abroad programs.

Students considering applying to study at the University of Melbourne, and who are keen on participating in a study abroad program while there, are encouraged to browse the following link and begin to familiarise themselves with what is on offer – http://www.mobility.unimelb.edu.au/

‘A DAY AT MELBOURNE’

Join us and experience a Day at Melbourne! This event is designed for all Year 10 to 12 students and their families to go and explore the Parkville Campus and find out more about the range of study options available at the university. There will be an opportunity to hear from current students about what it is like to study at Melbourne and attend tailored sessions to learn more about entry requirements, course structures and other opportunities available to Melbourne students. A tour of the Southbank Campus will also be included in the program for those who wish to visit the Victorian College of the Arts.

When: Friday 11 April 2014

Time: 10am-3:30pm

Registration is essential. Visit www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/

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News from Monash University

Update from the Business and Economics Faculty

Monash University’s Faculty of Business and Economics recently launched a new undergraduate course website. It is the place for prospective students to discover more about business and commerce courses and the careers they lead to. The interactive website provides comprehensive information about the courses, study abroad programs, internships and majors, and it provides the opportunity to hear from current students and alumni about their Monash experience.

Students can also visit the new blog ‘Business as usual’, which is written by current students of the faculty. They write about their activities as members of clubs and societies, about their classes, about attending O-week, overseas experiences, and much more.

In addition, they recently published their business magazine which gives students a taste of business and commerce at Monash and introduces them to fields and industries they may never even have heard of. To find out more visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/undergraduate/findoutmore/brochures.html

Design Futures – Careers Forum & Expo

Students interested in studying architecture and design might like to attend the Design Futures – Secondary School Careers Forum and Expo and speak to Deakin University staff about the architecture and built environment courses on offer.

Date: Wednesday 2 April 2014

Time: 4pm – 6:30pm

Venue: agIdeas, Hamer Hall in the

Arts Centre

For more information, please visit the agIdeas website: www.agideas.net/next-live-event/events/design-future

News from RMIT University

Bachelor of Arts (International Studies)

Students who have a passion for international affairs and cultural diversity might like to consider studying the Bachelor of Arts (International Studies). Students get to focus on international development, international security, international diplomacy, international political economy, international law and global governance. Students are also expected to specialise in languages other than English, choosing from a selection of languages offered. In addition, students are also required to participate in a mandatory international internship for a minimum of two months and conduct an independent research project.

To find out more, visit http://www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp048

Bachelor of Applied Science (Property & Evaluation) Honours

Property and Valuation is more than just houses. In fact, it is not about selling houses or real estate! Rather, it’s about the allocation of resources (land, labour and capital), developing, valuating, investing and managing. Students doing this course get to develop their competency to identify, analyse and resolve problems relating to business in general, and property and valuation in particular. Not only do students gain practical and technical skills in this degree, but they are taught important business skills too.

To find out more, visit http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=rme4wn2ip738z

Bachelor of Applied Science (Project Management) Honours

Project Management can be summed up as: an event or product that has a start time, and finish time, constrained by time and money (Guinevere Gilbert, RMIT). So, Project Management is primarily concerned with the coordination and management of projects or events from inception to completion. Project managers have good administrative, time management and teamwork skills and excellent people management skills. At RMIT, the first year of the project management degree focuses on construction and property, and thereafter students specialise. Part of the degree requires industry experience too. Visit

http://www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp208 to find out more.

Experience Project Management Day – New!

Students who are interested in a career in Project Management, are encouraged to register to attend this free one-day program which will provide students with an up-to-date overview of industry trends and employment opportunities. There will be four interactive workshops which will focus on project management fundamentals e.g. planning, organising, motivating, and controlling resources to achieve specific goals and outcomes. Details will soon be available at http://www.rmit.edu.au/experiencedays#Project_Management

Australian Mining Industry

“The mining industry is important to Australia. It brings in billions of dollars of export income. It provides work for over 750,000 Australians. It supports communities all across the country, today and into the future. We work hard, we look after each other and we are committed to Australia. Australian Mining. This is our story!”

Visit www.thisisourstory.com.au and view a number of videos and profiles of men and women who work in the mining industry!

Careers in Psychology

Psychologists study human behaviour and the processes associated with how people think and feel, conduct research and provide treatment and counselling in order to reduce distress and behavioural and psychological problems. They promote mental health and positive behaviour in individuals and groups. Psychologists work on a broad range of issues with clients, including children, adults, couples, families and organisations.

Psychologists may perform the following tasks:

conduct therapeutic interviews and provide counselling
give psychological tests and assess the results to identify the source of problems and determine treatment
construct tests to assess and predict mental and emotional states, as well as performance
evaluate the results of programmes aimed at improving personal and organisational effectiveness
research psychological aspects of topics such as study motivation, teaching skills, occupational behaviour, working conditions and organisational structures
provide follow-up services to groups and individuals for support and evaluation purposes
contribute to government social policy development
conduct academic research.

To become a psychologist students usually have to complete a degree with a major in psychology or a 4-year Bachelor of Psychology. This is followed by either an accredited 2-year postgraduate qualification (majoring in a specialisation of psychology) or two years of supervised experience with a registered psychologist.

Psychology can be studied as a major in an arts, social science or science degree. The fourth year of bachelor degree study, which is needed to satisfy registration requirements, may be undertaken as an honours year in the Bachelor of Psychology Degree or as a Graduate Diploma of Psychology.

To get into the degree courses, students usually need to gain their VCE with English/EAL. Entry to postgraduate courses usually requires completion of an appropriate bachelor degree. A number of universities in Australia offer degrees in these areas. Universities have different prerequisites and some have flexible entry requirements or offer external study.

The Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) sets the standards for accreditation of Australasian psychology programmes, ensuring that the standards of training remain rigorous and consistent across universities. For students to be eligible for registration, they must study a course that is accredited by APAC. Visit their website - www.psychologycouncil.org.au for an up-to-date list of approved courses of study.

Universities in Victoria that offer dedicated accredited psychology degrees include:

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