Reminders:

I’M IN YEAR 12 - WHERE CAN I GET ASSISTANCE DURING ‘CHANGE OF PREFERENCE’ PERIOD? The period after Year 12’s receive their ATAR is known as Change of Preference (COP) - Fri 15 Dec till 12 noon on Wed 20 December. During this time tertiary institutions run information sessions, COP Expos, offer phone assistance, and will help you in any way they can. You can also obtain assistance at school. These institutions are offering the following (see online for more details). NOTE: Some institutions will have phone contact available on Sat 16 and Sun 17 December as well as week days.

Australian Catholic University – Hotline: 1300 ASK ACU (1300 275 228), including 12 noon - 4pm Sat 16 Dec; Info Sessions: Melbourne 12 noon – 3pm, Mon 18 Dec; Ballarat 4-6pm, Mon 18 Dec.
Box Hill Institute – Hotline: 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)
Charles Sturt University – Hotline: 1800 334 733
Chisholm – Hotline: 1300 244 746
Deakin University – Hotline: 1800 693 888; COP events: 11am-2pm, Sun 17 Dec (Burwood); 4-7pm, Mon 18 Dec (Geelong Waterfront); see also www.deakin.edu.au/choose
Federation University - Hotline: 1800 333 864
Holmesglen – Hotline: 1300 693 888
Kangan – Hotline: 13 8233
La Trobe – Hotline: 1300 135 045
Melbourne Polytechnic – Hotline: 9269 1200
Monash – COP Expo: 3-7pm, Mon 18 December, Building H, Caulfield campus, 900 Dandenong Rd, Caulfield East; COP Hotline: 1800 MONASH (1800 666 274), or see www.monash.edu/cop
RMIT – Hotline: 9925 2260; Visit Info Corner, 330 Swanston St, Melbourne (Cnr. La Trobe St); COP Expo: 3-6pm, Monday 18 December (City campus); www.rmti.edu.au/school-leaver
Swinburne – Hotline: 1300 SWINBURNE; COP Expo: 11am-4pm, Mon 18 Dec; Live Chat via www.swinburne.edu.au/choose
University of Melbourne – Hotline: 13 MELB (13 6352); COP Day: Mon 18 Dec; See: http://coursesearch.unimelb.edu.au/change-of-preference/
Victoria – Hotline: 1300 VIC UNI (1300 842 864)
William Angliss – Hotline: 1300 ANGLISS (1300 264 547)

MORE SCHOLARSHIP NEWS

Year 12’s are encouraged to apply for scholarships on the VTAC website (the deadline has been extended to 12 noon on Monday 16 October). However, as previously noted, it is wise to look out for others such as:

AusNet Services Women in Power Engineering scholarships – these support women to achieve tertiary qualifications in power engineering, preparing them for careers in the energy industry. Scholarships are awarded to successful female applicants entering the B. Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours) degree. They are valued at $10,000 per year and include a mentoring program. See: www.deakin.edu.au/ausnet-services-women-in-power-engineering-scholarship
The Global Science and Technology Program aims to recognise and support high achieving students who would like to conduct part of their studies overseas. Successful applicants will receive a $3,000 scholarship to assist with travel and will participate in the Deakin Global Citizenship Program. Available to students interested in studying any undergraduate course in the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment, with scholarships for those who get at least an ATAR of 80.00 and are admitted through VTAC. See: www.deakin.edu.au/sebe/global
The IGNITED Scholarship aims to ignite women’s interest in areas traditionally dominated by men. Each scholarship is valued at $5,000 pa. They are awarded to successful applicants entering an approved undergraduate degree offered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment (eg Engineering, IT). See: www.deakin.edu.au/ignited-scholarship
Monash Asylum Seekers Scholarship – Applications for the 2018 scholarship are open and close on Wednesday 20 December. This scholarship enables asylum seekers in Australia to gaina Monash education. Benefits:
Full tuition fees paid for the duration of the degree
$5,000 yearly allowance

Eligibility: based on need; must be an international student and holder of a Bridging Visa A or E

Submit an application form from: www.monash.edu/study/fees-scholarships/scholarships/find-a-scholarship/monash-asylum-seekers-scholarship-4094

Other Monash scholarships – Merit scholarships are awarded based on academic achievement and have financial and academic benefits including membership of some of Monash’s exclusive mentoring and leadership programs. No application is required as merit scholarships are granted when the required ATAR is achieved. To be eligible for consideration for a merit scholarship, students must have a Monash course listed in their VTAC preferences. Equity scholarships are for those who identify as Indigenous Australian or who are experiencing financial hardship or disadvantage. Applicants submit an application through VTAC (new closing date: 12noon, 16 Oct).

CHANGES TO DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (MD) AT MONASH – This year there are only two VTAC Codes for this course rather than three. Students who apply for the CSP will also be automatically considered for a Bonded Medical Place (BMP) which now means there is no separate VTAC code for BMP. Applicants should note that deferrals will not be allowed except in exceptional circumstances. See: www.monash.edu.au/medicine.

I’M IN YEAR 12 - WHAT IF I DO NOT GET A HIGH ENOUGH ATAR TO GET INTO MY DESIRED COURSE?

Many pathways and programs exist to assist in getting to where you want to go. Suggestions:

http://www.acu.edu.au/courses/2014/other_courses/vocational_education_training_vet/

Complete a Victoria University Foundations@VU alternative entry to higher education and diploma studies course - a 13 week course designed to build academic skills needed for tertiary study. See: www.vu.edu.au/courses/foundations-at-vu-jyac
Complete a 2-year Associate Degree – want to study at university but not sure you will meet the entry requirements for a bachelor’s degree? Several universities offer these (eg RMIT).

Compiled by: m.walker

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