Careers & Pathways

Careers & Pathways Team

Career education in government schools is being transformed to ensure students have the skills and capabilities to navigate multiple careers, and that they meet the challenges of the changing world of work.

A suite of new initiatives will ensure students have access to high-quality career education and make improved career and pathway decisions to prepare them for life beyond school.

These new initiatives will focus on three key areas of reform:

• Start early: Career education will be comprehensive. A decision-making process will start in year 7 and result in confident, informed choices in later years and beyond.
• Connect to work: Career education will enhance students’ engagement with the world of work. It will give them more opportunities to experience different jobs. These explorations that are vital to confident, informed career decisions.
• Make career education a priority: Build the capacity of our career education system. Train more careers practitioners in government secondary schools.

At Cranbourne East Secondary College we have a passionate Careers Team of three qualified Career Practitioners to assist your young person.

Career Action Plans (CAPs) help young people to:

• Make a smooth transition from compulsory schooling to further education, training and employment
• Develop skills to manage their Pathways throughout their working lives
• Develop their knowledge, understanding and experience of opportunities in education, training and employment. 

We would appreciate if you could assist your young person with completing and discussing the process with them.

Attached is the information that is required to be completed prior to interviews.

To access the Careers Action Plan:

www.cesccareers.com

For Students

Students Secure Area (Students will either sign in or need to register)

Students must complete the following:

Test/Quizzes

• Career Personality
• Interest Test – Use the information links below to assist you to create your Plans in Career Investigator.
• Skills & Abilities
• Work Values
• Entrepreneurship Quiz

Career Investigator 1

• Plan A – Year 7
• Plan A & Plan B – Year 8
• Plan A, Plan B & Plan C – Year 9

Career Investigator 2

• Plan A - Year 10
• Plan A & Plan B – Year 11
• Plan A, Plan B & Plan C – Year 12

Careers Plan

• Careers Action Plan

If you require any further information please contact the Careers Team on 5990 0200.

Matrices 2019 Updated

National Youth Science Forum Jan 2020

For Year 11 Students

A 12-day residential program designed to give students a broader understanding of career options available in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

Applications are open until 31 May. To find out more visit: https://www.nysf.edu.au/what-we-do/how-to-apply/

Australian National University Update - ANU

Virtual Tour through Learning Spaces at ANU

Students considering studying science at ANU might like to take a virtual tour through the learning spaces – lecture theatres, laboratories, and other learning facilities. 

Visit Science Tour at ANU

Bachelor of International Security Studies at ANU

Do you see yourself shaping Australia's foreign policy decisions? Or working with elite international organisations like the United Nations or our top spy agencies? 

Students who study the Bachelor of International Security Studies delve deeply into the contemporary security threats facing nations, international organisations and businesses around the world – including the threat of military power, civil war, terrorism, cybercrime, environmental degradation and food security to name just a few. 

An particular feature of this degree is the opportunity to truly engage with the Asia Pacific region through dedicated in-country study programs.  These programs are offered in a number of countries and range in length from a couple of weeks to six months.  Both language and non-language opportunities are available so students can tailor-make their adventure of a lifetime.  Students who opt to participate in these study programs, will receive a minimum of $3,000 funding to help with the costs of study and travel overseas.

This qualification will prepare students for a successful career in government (including foreign affairs and trade, defence, the Australian Federal Police or intelligence agencies), international organisations (like the United Nations or Amnesty International), or international businesses who face global security issues (such as Boeing and BHP Billiton).

More details regarding this course can be found at International Security.

Box Hill Institute Update

Bachelor of Biosecurity Science

Combine your interests in Agriculture, Animals and Plants with Science in a rewarding and practical career in Biosecurity.  Become equipped with the knowledge to:

• Protect our farms, livestock and crops from pests and disease
• Help prevent the invasion of weeds and feral animals in the natural environment
• Protect people and the community from animal diseases that can affect humans

Box Hill Institute offers the only dedicated undergraduate biosecurity course in Australia and it is run in association with Box Hill Institute’s Biosecurity Centre of Excellence.

The VCE prerequisites are: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English; and a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics.

Find out more about the specialised subjects on offer, and more about the course in general at Bachelor of Biosecurity Science.

Deakin University Update

Course Information Evenings

If you’re looking to learn more about Deakin University’s Bachelor of Criminology and/or Bachelor of Arts, save the below dates:

Wednesday 12th June   - Geelong Waterfront Campus

5:30pm – Bachelor of Arts 

6pm – Bachelor of Criminology 

Thursday 13th June - Melbourne Burwood Campus

5:30pm – Bachelor of Arts

6pm – Bachelor of Criminology

New Psychology Majors

The Faculty of Health have recently added three new majors to our Bachelor of Psychological Science across all campuses:

• Forensic Studies

• Child and Family

• Organisational Studies

Having majors to choose from gives students the opportunity to specialise in an area of interest in their chosen field.

DeakInspire

DeakInspire is one-day conference style event that aims to inspire and empower students to achieve their future goals and ambitions at Deakin. It’s a mix of course exploration and personal development.

This event is especially for Year 10, 11 and 12 students who want to explore their future direction. The details are

Geelong Waurn Ponds campus

When: Tuesday 2nd July

Time:  9am-3pm

Burwood campus

When: Thurs 4th of July

Time: 9am-3pm

To register please visit:

https://www.deakin.edu.au/about-deakin/events/deakinspire

STEM work experience for young women

This is a week-long program which provides an introduction to STEM at a tertiary level. It allows participants to experience possible STEM career pathways via a range of fun workshops and hands-on activities. Students will spend a day within each area of the faculty; Life and Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Architecture & Built Environment and IT.

When: 24th–28th June from 9am–4pm

Where: Waurn Ponds campus.

Career in Teaching - Information Sessions

In early July, Deakin are running information sessions on their teaching courses at their Burwood, Waurn Ponds and Warnambool campuses. You can learn all about their program and engage with current students and teaching staff.

The dates and times for these sessions are:

Waurn Ponds – 9th July from 5.30pm–6.30pm.

Warnambool – 10th July from 4pm–5pm.

Burwood – 10th July from 5.30–6.30pm.

For more information, contact:

Phone: 1800 693 888

Email: myfuture@deakin.edu.au

Arts and Education Information Sessions and Events

The Faculty of Arts and Education is holding a number of valuable information sessions and events throughout the year.  Students are encouraged to attend a session or event that they have an interest in, discover where an arts and education degree can take them, and prepare them for the jobs of the future. 

Sessions at the Burwood Campus include:

To learn about all events at other campuses too, visit Arts and Education Info Sessions

Bachelor of Design (Digital Technologies) at Deakin 

Develop the technical skills required to delve into software design, user interface design and design for augmented and virtual realities. 

This 3-year course combines software design, immersive virtual reality and augmented reality experience design, mobile app design, web design and creative arts design skills to support employment outcomes that differ from those of traditional IT or creative arts degrees.  This intersection of technical and artistic skills offers graduates opportunities to extend their design skills into the application of technological products.

Browse Bachelor of Design (Digital Technologies) to find out more.

Deakin Explore

Deakin Explore is an excellent resource that students can use to explore courses and careers.  Students can either start by searching for courses and the careers they lead to, or search for careers and the courses one might study to entre that career industry.  Students can filter courses and careers depending on what matters to them, and what their interests are.  Each course and career lists similar options, so students can broaden their ideas.  With more than 600 paired courses and careers, it’s the best way to explore future careers.

Even if students are not considering studying at Deakin University, this is still a very valuable resource to use - Deakin Explore

Holmesglen Institute Update

Holmesglen Institute Open Day

The next open day at Holmesglen is on Thursday 20th June.

You can choose your chosen area and reserve your place here:  https://holmesglen.edu.au/opendays/

Printing at Holmesglen

The printing industry is very large in the manufacturing sector in Australia. Holmesglen Institute works with industry leaders from Konica Minolta, XMPie, Print IQ and QLM attended at their Chadstone campus. Their digital print centre offers students state of the art facilities giving the next generation of printing professionals the edge.

The printing courses at Holmesglen are:

• Certificate II in Printing and Graphic Arts –  Free TAFE course
• Certificate III in Print Communications (Apprenticeship)
• Certificate III in Print Manufacturing (Apprenticeship)
• Certificate III in Printing (Apprenticeship)

For further research on these printing courses at Holmesglen visit:

https://holmesglen.edu.au/Courses/Arts-and-Design/Printing/

IT - Cyber Security

With the rise in new technologies presenting a risk to local and global security, cyber security has now become one of the fastest growing areas of information technology (IT).

Cyber security standards are techniques developed and set in published materials that attempt to protect the cyber environment of a user or organisation. This includes; networks, systems, devices, software, processes, information in storage or transit, applications, services and users themselves.

The ‘Certificate IV in Cyber Security’ is a high tech and high speed 1-year program that will prepare you with the skills and knowledge required to be job ready. It is currently a free TAFE course on offer. The ‘Certificate IV in Cyber Security’ is a pathway to the 6-month ‘Advanced Diploma of Network Security’ which will equip you with advanced skills in areas such networking, network administration, risk management, virtualisation, security fundamentals, firewalls and network infrastructure. The Advanced Diploma is a pathway to a Bachelor of Information Technology.

If ‘IT’ is your interest and you are wishing to gain knowledge and employment opportunities in one of the fastest growing sectors, then explore your options in cyber security!

If you are excited about working in cyber security, the Certificate IV in Cyber Security is a great starting point for a career in this area.

Not only does this course fall under the Free TAFE courses, but Holmesglen’s Certificate IV in Cyber Security has also been developed to provide students with practical skills in a broad range of specialised area, and the course is strongly supported by Holmesglen’s’ industry and Academy Partners including  Fortinet Network Security Academy ; Cisco Networking Academy ; Microsoft Academy ; Amazon Web Services Academy (AWS) ; LifeJourney ; Australian Signals Directorate (ASD).

Find out more at Certificate IV in Cyber Security

La Trobe University

Aspire – Early Admissions Program to La Trobe

At La Trobe, we believe there’s more to being a good student than marks alone.

The Aspire program rewards the skills and knowledge students gain from the positive impact they have made on their school or community through community service or volunteerism.  Designed to give Year 12’s the tools they need to succeed at La Trobe and beyond, students accepted into the Aspire program will get:

• A taste of university life at La Trobe with special on-campus events before the year commences
• The chance to meet and connect with like-minded students
• VCE revision lectures in the September school holidays
• Access to our extensive library and campus resources
• Induction into our Enrichment Program to prepare for what’s to come

Successful applicants also receive their early conditional offer in September for their chosen course along with minimum ATAR requirements.  Many courses have a minimum ATAR of 50, but some professional degree programs have higher requirements.  Up to 40 scholarship, worth $5,000 per year for up to four years, will be awarded to leading eligible Aspire students for the first time.

The Minimum ATAR Table shows the minimum ATAR for some professional degree courses for entry through Aspire in 2020.  Should an applicant’s preferred course not be listed on this table, then the minimum ATAR is 50.

Applicants are required to provide information about the length and frequency of their community service and/or volunteering experience, as well as a 400-word description of your involvement and impact.

Types of volunteering include –

• community service or community group activities
• religious/cultural group activities
• participating in social justice groups or a school leadership role
• leadership in sport, the performing arts or charity fund-raising group activities

Further details can be found at the How to Apply link.  Applications open 1 June 2019 

Monash University

Inside Monash Seminars

Running from March - August 2019. Spend 90 minutes with an academic, a current and a past student and discover what it’s really like to study at Monash.

To view the dates visit: https://www.monash.edu/inside-monash

Monash Information Evenings

Discover more about what Monash has to offer including:

• Study areas
• Undergraduate course types
• International opportunities
• How to apply
• Scholarships and fees
• SEAS and the Monash Guarantee
• Accommodation options

When: Running from March until September.

Time: 6:30pm – 8pm.

Where: Sessions will be held at various locations across Victoria.

Please visit: https://www.monash.edu/information-evenings to find out more and to register.

Bachelor of Business Administration

Great management and proper administration are essential for the success of every business, large or small. Every industry needs people with strong business skills to manage, grow and improve the day-to-day operations of organisations and workforces.  The Bachelor of Business Administration offered at Monash University’s Peninsula Campus focuses on job readiness, to give students the practical skills they need to operate effectively in business environments.  It also gives students the chance to gain a business qualification from a leading university, without requiring the Year 12 maths prerequisites of many other business courses. 

Find out more at Bachelor of Business Administration

RMIT University Update

An Engineering degree for everyone

At RMIT’s recent Career Practitioner’s day, RMIT announced that from 2020 they will have two options for students entering their Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) degree.

Students who have completed VCE Further Maths will be required to complete ‘Intro to Engineering Mathematics’ in Semester 1 and ‘Engineering Mathematics’ in Semester 2. However, students who have completed VCE Maths Methods or VCE Special Maths (or equivalent) will bypass these subjects and commence ‘Engineering Mathematics’ in Semester 1 and their chosen 3rd Elective in Semester 2.

New Flight Training School

RMIT University will expand its flight training school to Bendigo this year, giving more students the opportunity to become fully-qualified, industry-ready pilots in the future.

Bachelor of Arts (Textile Design) 

Gain the necessary knowledge and skills to be an internationally attuned and creative textile designer with the capacity to work across a range of industries and fields, globally and internationally. Students develop design expertise, conceptual thinking, critical analysis, as well as practical, creative and technical skills in textile design. 

A key focus of the course is the immersive and engaged studio experiences, which enable students to develop innovative design concepts and material outcomes. Students work with leading academics on commercial and conceptual projects that explore the diversity of textile design practice.

Find out more at Bachelor of Arts (Textile Design)

Portfolio Preparation Workshops

RMIT are running some portfolio workshops for a number of their short courses in:

• 3D Production Design
• Design
• Fashion and Textiles Design
• Graphic Design
• Interior Decoration
• Visual Merchandising

These workshops are designed for students wishing to explore further study and work in these areas. Currently they are offering a 15% discount on these workshops so make sure you make contact with RMIT at: https://shortcourses.rmit.edu.au 

New Courses in 2020

Bachelor of Business (Digital Business)

In an increasingly digitally-led world, it pays to be at the forefront of digital trends, applications and principles. With the Bachelor of Business (Digital Business), students will learn the application of industry-used tools and will develop the essential skills and mindsets in the workplaces of today and the future.  This broad curriculum incorporates IT strategy and governance, financial technology, digital business transformation, and creativity, innovation and design.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)

How do you know what stream of engineering to apply for?  In this new degree, students spend their first year of study experiencing the breadth of engineering options available at RMIT University before entering their specialised program in second year with a strong technical foundation. Of significance importance is that students can also apply with any Unit 3/4 maths.

Browse Engineering at RMIT

Bachelor of Youth Work and Youth Studies

RMIT is now offering a new Bachelor of Youth Work and Youth Studies, a recently updated three-year full-time course.  The updated program prepares students for a range of challenging, but very rewarding roles, exploring complex social issues affecting at-risk youths, such as homelessness, radicalisation, poverty and mental health.   The course aims to examine and foster the environments in which all young people can thrive and feel confident, connected and safe.

Swinburne University Update

Bachelor of Innovation and Design

The Bachelor of Innovation and Design teaches students innovative and design thinking.  It builds on the increasing importance on design in business strategy – from products and communications to physical spaces.  Students learn how design is an enabler for innovation and a catalyst for social, cultural, and economic transformation.  Students also get to gain an insight into the principles and theories of design in a business and innovation management context, and discover the relationship between innovation, design, entrepreneurship, and creativity.

Graduates of this course often find careers in the following fields: research and development; new product development; brand management; design management.

Find out more at Bachelor of Innovation and Design

Studying Neuroscience at Swinburne

Knowing how the brain works is vital to understanding behaviours and actions.  Neuroscience is an opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills to scientifically understand the functions of the human brain and nervous system.  Future careers can be found in a range of health- and science-related environments.

Swinburne University offers the study of neuroscience through a number of courses, including the following:

• Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) with a major in neuroscience
• Bachelor of Health Science with a major in neuroscience
• Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) 
• Master of Health Science (Research)
• Doctor of Philosophy - Health Sciences

To find out more, visit Studying Neuroscience at Swinburne University

Bachelor of Engineering Practice (Honours)

Students will join a simulated engineering practice from day one, work as engineers in teams on industry projects and will be supported by engineering mentors throughout the entire course.

Swinburne introduced the Bachelor of Engineering Practice (Honours) degree in 2018.  This course offers an alternative to the traditional teaching and assessment approaches in engineering.  For four years, students undertake real-world projects in collaborative teams, working as Associates with the Swinburne Engineering Practice Academy – an on-campus engineering consultancy. In a departure from traditional lecture- and tutorial-style learning, Associates learn by doing with the support of online learning modules. Immersed in a professional practice environment, Associates quickly develop the mind-sets required for professional success – agility, accountability, confidence and resilience – leading to strong employment outcomes.

It has been co-designed with multiple industry partners to ensure that future graduates will be well-prepared to go into an existing company or create their own.  Entry to the degree is based on submission of a written submission and an interview, rather than ATAR results, and assessment is based on individual performance in each project and progress towards self-defined learning goals, rather than on exams.  The degree runs alongside the existing Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), and conforms to the requirements for accreditation by Engineers Australia and students graduate as engineers. 

Students should note that the VCE prerequisite subjects are:

• VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in any English or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent
• VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any Mathematics

Find out more at Bachelor of Engineering Practice (Honours)

Studying Law at Swinburne

Swinburne’s law school offers an undergraduate program that focuses on commercial law with emphasis on intellectual property law, and it is the only degree in Victoria with this specialisation. 

Swinburne’s 4-year Bachelor of Laws focuses on commercial law, with a distinct emphasis on trademarks, patents and designs, copyright, technology and innovation, and the prohibition of misleading or deceptive conduct and competition law.  The course offers students a degree that emphasises practical skills and real-world experience.

The Swinburne Bachelor of Laws program is fully accredited by the Council of Legal Education in Victoria and offers students the option of a single degree or combined program with arts, science, business or engineering. 

The VCE prerequisites are Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as Alternate Language (EAL), and subject bonuses may be awarded for a study score of 25 in any Business or any Humanities subject to a  maximum of 10 aggregate points.

To find out more visit Bachelor of Laws

University of Melbourne Update

Meet Melbourne Events

University of Melbourne are running a series of information sessions for future students. These sessions are a great opportunity for students, teachers and parents to talk to Melbourne University representatives your local area.

Learn about:

• Courses and career outcomes including the Melbourne Model, the graduate pathways and the range of scholarships available. 
• Opportunities such as studying a concurrent diploma, taking on an internship and exchange opportunities.
• Access Melbourne – their special entry and access scheme which offers guaranteed entry to eligible students from rural and regional areas and those with a disadvantaged financial background. 
• Housing options and student services. 
• Information for Indigenous students.

Evening sessions will be starting on the 14th of May and running until the 11th of September.

One-on-one consultations on the 24th and 25th of September in Warragul and Mildura from 10am – 5pm and online

To read more about Melbourne University events visit:

https://study.unimelb.edu.au/connect-with-us/events-for-future-students

Girls in Science – Save the date!

This year the University of Melbourne is partnering with L’Oreal and hosting the annual ‘2019 Girls in Science Forum’. The forum provides an opportunity for Year 9-12 secondary students to hear about various scientific careers and encourage them to pursue this vocation to help increase the representation of females in science.

The details:

When: Tuesday 12 November 2019

Time: 9.30am – 3.00pm

Where: The University of Melbourne

Who: Year 9, 10 or 11 female students

Cost: free (including lunch)

To pre-register contact Maeve Wood - maeve.wood@unimelb.edu.au

My Melbourne Future events

‘My Melbourne Future events’ is a series of information evenings held on campus for prospective students and families.

You’ll need to choose area from; Arts, IT, Science, Music, Design, Commerce, Agricultural and Vetinary Science, Education, Law, Biomedicine, Engineering or Fine Arts. Then either at their Parkville or Southbank campuses, you’ll explore topics such as; electives, placements, overseas study options, scholarships, research opportunities and the overall culture at Melbourne University.

When: 4th -26th June

To register visit:

https://study.unimelb.edu.au/connect-with-us/my-melbourne-future

Major Hack 2019: A Hackathon for the Humanities

‘Major Hack’ is a 2-day program for Year 11 and 12 students interested in studying Arts and Humanities. You'll learn about how media and politics intersect, how to solve real-world problems, and why Shakespeare's Julius Caesar is as relevant as ever in today's society.

Students who strive to think creatively and have a passion for humanities and social sciences, particularly those interested in theatre, Shakespeare, history, media and communications and politics should consider attending this event.

If you want to develop leadership and teamwork skills and discover what it’s like to study a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Melbourne, then consider this!

The details:

When: Thursday 4th July & Friday 5 July.

Where: Arts West Building, Parkville campus.

Cost: $100 (includes lunch and dinner on day one, and light breakfast and lunch on day two). Transport and accommodation is not included in this price.

Please note: Scholarships are available and students who live interstate and in rural areas are also encouraged to attend.

For more information and to register:

http://ba.unimelb.edu.au/majorhack

Meet Melbourne Events

‘Meet Melbourne Events’ is an opportunity for students, teachers and parents to talk to university staff in your local area.

These sessions will run mostly in the evenings from 6pm – 8:30pm with two locations offering on-on-one consultations between 10am – 5pm. To find out more visit:

https://study.unimelb.edu.au/connect-with-us/events-for-future-students

Victoria University Update

Diploma of Paramedical Science at VU

The 1-year Diploma of Paramedical Science at VU prepares students to work in pre-hospital and out-of-hospital care in the health care industry.  Students will be qualified to work in the private and non-emergency patient transport sector as an Ambulance Transport Attendant (ATA) in Victoria.  On successful completion of this course, it may be used as a guaranteed pathway to the Bachelor of Paramedicine at VU with one years’ credit (96 credit points)

VU Information Evenings

Register to attend the VU Information Evenings and find out more about our undergraduate courses and the variety of pathways to education available to you.

During the 1-hour sessions, students and their parents will get insights into course options and career paths, hear from academics and current students and get an idea about what it is like to study under VU’s Block Model. 

The information evenings will run from 30 April – 25 June at 6.30pm to 7.30pm at a number of the VU campuses.   Students are encouraged to choose the events that interest them and complete the online form to register.

Areas of interest include Nursing and Paramedicine, Education and Early Childhood, Law, Criminology and Legal Services, Sports and Exercise Science, and Tourism, Hospitality & Event Management.

Log on to VU Information Evenings and register for one or more of these sessions.

Snapshot of La Trobe University

• 2017 marked the 50th year since La Trobe enrolled its first students

• La Trobe University has been ranked in the world’s top 1.2 per cent of the world’s universities in the Times Higher Education Universities Rankings, and is one of the world’s best young universities

• La Trobe University is now ranked at 317 in the world according to the respected Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) - Rankings & Ratings

• La Trobe has more than 36 000 students and over 3 000 staff, with many courses on offer including more than 20 double degrees

• La Trobe has a number of campuses - La Trobe Campuses with 17 residential facilities

• Over 55% of students who study at the Bendigo campus come from outside of Bendigo - La Trobe - Bendigo with over 500 students living on campus - La Trobe Bendigo Accommodation

• La Trobe ensures that there are opportunities for students to develop skills beyond the knowledge they are gaining at university through work experience, volunteering, and student exchange opportunities, etc. The excellent Accelerator Program providing financial assistance for start-ups is another way to support graduates entering the workforce

• The Career Ready Advantage program - embedded across every degree – is designed for students to help them actively prepare for life beyond La Trobe by developing employability skills

• This program is La Trobe has two colleges: Arts, Social Sciences and Commerce (ASSC) and Science, Health and Engineering (SHE) - La Trobe Colleges

• The College of Arts Social Sciences and Commerce (ASSC) is made up of 4 schools and 12 departments, and offers a range of specialised study options across all of La Trobe's campuses - La Trobe ASSC Schools & Departments

• The College of Science, Health and Engineering (SHE) contains nine schools and offers a range of general and specialist undergraduate and postgraduate courses across La Trobe's multi-campus operations - La Trobe SHE Schools & Departments

• La Trobe’s Student Excellence Academy provides life changing support and enrichment opportunities that expand current study and employment advantages to students

• La Trobe also offers an Early Admissions program called Aspire. This program is designed to acknowledge secondary students who work hard to make positive changes in their schools and communities through volunteering. The Aspire Early Admissions Program acknowledges a student’s volunteering efforts when they apply. As a successful applicant, students receive an offer into their course in September before they receive their ATAR - Aspire Early Admissions Program

• 2019 saw La Trobe introduce the Bachelor of Medical Science (Medicine) – a pathway into the graduate entry Doctor of Medicine offered by the University of Melbourne in Shepparton for regional students intending to practice medicine in a regional location

• From 2020 La Trobe will introduce a number of new courses in archaeology, business analytics, innovation and technology, languages and linguistics, sports analytics, as well as a restructure of some courses in the Allied Health space

www.latrobe.edu.au 

Snapshot of Melbourne Polytechnic

Snapshot of Melbourne Polytechnic in 2019

• Melbourne Polytechnic has been delivering vocational training since 1912 and today offers a diverse range of innovative, hands-on TAFE (VET) and Higher Education (Degree) programs

• In October 2014, the Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE (NMIT) changed its name to Melbourne Polytechnic
• There are hundreds of courses to pick and choose from at Melbourne Polytechnic including pre-apprenticeships, apprenticeships and traineeships, and short courses too
• Melbourne Polytechnic offers students a range of services, facilities and learning resources across its campuses.  There are six libraries, as well as learning services, conference facilities, restaurants and much more
• Melbourne Polytechnic has a range of campuses including a new Course and Advice Centre which has opened at Westfield Doncaster
• Melbourne Polytechnic also participates in the Free TAFE for Priority courses
• A number of scholarships are available to a range of students, and they differ from semester to semester and year to year so students are encouraged to keep an eye on what may be available to them.

Snapshot of the University of Queensland (UQ)

• UQ is a one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions
• UQ is one of only three Australian members of the global Universitas 21
• UQ is consistently ranked well inside the top 100 of more than 10,000 universities worldwide - International Rankings
• UQ is located in and around Brisbane, and the university has teaching and research sites throughout Queensland, and its major campuses are at St Lucia, Gatton and Herston - Campuses & Locations
• There are six faculties at UQ, which are responsible for academic programs and decisions regarding a student's pursuit of their academic program - Faculties
• At UQ students can choose from an extensive range of undergraduate programs, many of which can be “customised” by major – and minor – fields of study.  Programs are organised through schools and faculties, but sometimes a student can “mix and match” between them with electives and dual degrees - Undergraduate Courses & Programs
• UQ has a diverse student exchange program, and students can study overseas for up to one year while gaining credit towards their UQ degree.  UQ has over 180 exchange partners in over 40 countries - UQ Abroad
• Students keen on learning another language can enrol in one of over 30 different language courses through UQ’s Institute of Modern Languages - Institute of Modern Languages
• There are over 120 clubs and societies at UQ, all aimed at expand a student’s social life, playing an important role in the UQ student experience - Clubs and Societies 
• Students at UQ are encouraged to undertake experiences beyond the classroom during their degree through the UQ Advantage Program.  They participate in a range of co-curricular activities and workshops that help them gain a better understanding of the world and develop key competencies that employers value.  It is a great way to get recognition for “non-academic” experiences such as student exchange, mentoring, and undergraduate research programs - UQ Advantage Program
• UQ has a dedicated website designed for future students to find answers to all the questions they might have about studying at UQ - UQ Answers
• UQ has some excellent facilities including -

      * the Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (PACE) precinct which houses

         the School of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

• UQ has 10 residential colleges - Accommodation
• UQ offers a range of scholarship options to make university study more affordable, ranging in value up to $12,000 per year for the VC Scholarship - Scholarships 

•       * a state-of-the-art multi-purpose learning space for first-year engineering
•          students called the Engineering Learning Centre - Engineering Learning Centre
•       * the School of Veterinary Science complex - Veterinary Science

Snapshot of the University of Tasmania (UTAS)

• The University of Tasmania is ranked in the top 350 universities in the world, and is one of Australia's premier universities for teaching excellence
• The University has 38,000 students of which 6,500 are international students from 100 nations
• The university is also ranked as a world leader in research - Why UTAS?
• UTAS has campuses within the three main regions of Tasmania – Hobart in the south, Launceston in the north and Burnie in the north-west In 2006 the University expanded, establishing two campuses in Sydney – Darlinghurst and Rozelle
• UTAS has a number of colleges - 
  • College of Arts, Law and Education
  • College of Health and Medicine
  • College of Sciences and Engineering
  • Tasmanian School of Business and Economics
• The university has three main specialist institutes –
  • Australian Maritime College (AMC)
  • Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies (IMAS)
  • Menzies Institute for Medical Research
• UTAS offers specialised courses in marine and Antarctic studies, and maritime studies
• The University of Tasmania also offers in Medicine, Biotechnology, Laboratory Medicine and Medical Research - Medicine and Medical Research
• There are many undergraduate and post-graduate courses offered at the University of Tasmania 
• UTAS has numerous industry partners where students can participate in Professional Experience Placements
• The University of Tasmania’s generous Scholarships and Prizes program encompasses state, national and international sponsored programs for domestic and international students
• The University of Tasmania has exchange agreements with a number of universities across the world - Types of Exchange Programs and Exchange Partner Institutions
• UTAS offers a range of accommodation options to students

Snapshot of Victoria University (VU)

Snapshot of Victoria University (VU) in 2019

• More than 45,000 students from around the world study at one of VU’s many campuses, with its largest one being Footscray Park - VU Campuses
• VU has a number of academic colleges including arts, business, education, engineering, law & justice, science, sport and exercise science - VU Academic Colleges
• VU has very strong industry connections with over 900 industry partnerships, including the Western Bulldogs, Western Health, City West Water, Melbourne Vixens, the World Health Organisation and various others - VU Industry Connections  
• VU has agreements with over 100 exchange partner institutions worldwide - VU Exchange Partners.  Students gain credit towards their degree by studying for a year or a semester with one of the international exchange partners - VU Study on Exchange
• VU is one of only a few universities in Australia to offer both vocational training (TAFE) and higher education with very accessible transition between courses at all levels. These pathways mean that a student’s dream qualification is within reach, regardless of their study background, prior experience, or their ATAR score - VU Pathways
• VU is one of Australia’s leading sports universities - VU - Leading Sport University
• VU sports students will gain behind-the-scenes access at Real Madrid Football Club through a new partnership signed early in 2015 - VU Real Madrid Partnership
• Within the Law & Justice College, VU offers a number of courses from certificates and diplomas to postgraduate degrees, giving students more options to achieve their goals while balancing life and study commitments through flexible pathways - VU Law & Justice College
• VU is one of only two universities in Victoria that offers a course in osteopathy - Osteopathy at VU
• VU is the only university offering a dermal therapies degree in Australia - VU Dermal Therapies Degree
• VU offers a number of courses linked to clinical practice and have dedicated clinics where current students put into practice that which they have learnt.  Courses linked to clinics include dermal therapies, nutrition, osteopathy, psychology - VU Clinics
• In 2018 VU introduced the First Year Model - the first year of all bachelor degrees taught at the Melbourne campuses see units delivered in a more focused way, one at a time.  Students have more one-on-one time with their educators as they complete each unit, and experience a significantly more immersive, collaborative, and enriching learning experience.

Universities in Western Australia

There are five universities in Western Australia, one of which – the University of Western Australia – is a member of the Group of Eight universities.

Curtin University

Curtin University is a large multi-cultural university.  It has a strong commitment to international engagement with Australia's third largest international student population.  It maintains campuses in Malaysia and Singapore while also conducting face-to-face teaching in a number of countries.  This cultural diversity adds a rich and valuable dimension to its campus atmosphere and also prepares the graduates to live and work in an increasingly global environment.  

Curtin is also fundamentally committed to providing regional education within Western Australia through a number of campuses and education centres spread across the state, but also has a campus in Sydney where it offers a range of business courses. Curtin University recently introduced undergraduate medicine.

Visit Curtin University to find out more.

Edith Cowan University (ECU)

Established in 1991, Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large multi-campus institution serving communities in Western Australia and a significant cohort of international students.  ECU is considered a pioneer in the development of alternative entry pathways to higher education, helping Western Australians reach their potential.

Visit Edith Cowan University (ECU) to find out more.

Murdoch University

Murdoch University has more than 18,000 students and 1,400 staff with a desire to discover, use their imaginations and ultimately make a difference.  There are over 200 undergraduate degrees and postgraduate courses offered across a range of disciplines, including Veterinary Science, Law, Education, Psychology, Business, Security Terrorism and Counterterrorism and Nursing.  The university is recognised for excellent teaching, ground-breaking research and high student satisfaction rating.  

Find out more at Murdoch University.

University of Western Australia (UWA)

The University of Western Australia (UWA) has very high quality undergraduates and this is underpinned by the fact that the proportion of UWA graduates accepted into full-time employment within five months of completing their course is the highest of all Western Australian universities and among the highest in Australia.  UWA offers graduate Medicine. 

Visit University of Western Australia (UWA) to find out more.

University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA)

The University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA) was founded through an Act of the Parliament of Western Australia in December 1989, and now has over 7000 students enrolled on its three campuses in Fremantle, Sydney and Broome.  UNDA offers graduate medicine, and it is offered at both the Fremantle and Sydney campuses. 

Visit University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA) to find out more.

GAP Year with the ADF

The Australian Defence Force 2020 Gap Year applications are now open for roles across the Navy, Army and Air Force. You can gain valuable skills and work experience while enjoying a good salary package, making friends with like-minded people and seeing more of Australia!

So if you’re interested in; Administration, Aviation, Combat, Hospitality, Leadership, Logistics, Seamanship or Security then perhaps investigate this option for next year.

Visit: https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year

‘Future of Work’ Event

Ernst and Young invites students in Years 11 & 12 who are interested in STEM, to visit their offices in Melbourne to learn about what the future of work will look like.  

The day will cover –

• Welcome to EY and introduction to ‘the Future of Work’ 
• STEM-based discussion groups with EY professionals to introduce students to future career paths
• Interactive workshops including employability skills
• An overview of future student programs that students can aim to be part of
• Networking opportunities

Date:               Wednesday 10 July 2019

Time:               9:00am - 4:00pm

Location:         EY Melbourne, 8 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000

Register here to reserve a spot at this free event.

Interested in Transport & Logistics?

Mainfreight, one of the world’s largest transport and logistics companies are hosting a small number of students for two mornings’ to discuss the future career opportunities available in the industry.

Mainfreight is made up of four departments; Air & Ocean, Warehousing, Transport and Supply Chain. This is a great opportunity for Year 10, 11 and 12 students to gain insightful information and make key contacts within this global company.

The morning will include guest speakers from various parts of the business and will be broken up into 3 different sections:

1. A site tour.
2. Understanding how Math’s skills are utlised in the logistics industry.
3. Understanding how English skills are utilised in the logistics industry.

The details are:

Mainfreight Epping - Wed 7th August from 9am to 12pm.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/drive-your-career-from-the-floor-up-with-mainfreight-tickets-58037104542

Mainfreight Clayton - Thurs 8th Aug from 9am to 12pm.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/drive-your-career-from-the-floor-up-with-mainfreight-tickets-57954158448

Please note: You will need to register as soon as possible as places are limited.

What is a Barrister?

A barrister is a lawyer with specialist skills in representing clients in court or in a negotiation and advising on court processes.  Many barristers are specialists in particular areas of law, such as criminal law, corporations’ law, property law or personal injury.

Any lawyer can become a barrister.  Becoming a barrister is about your skills and abilities, not what school you went to or what ATAR you got.  The Bar has diverse membership from many ethnic backgrounds.  You can come to the Bar at any age – the youngest barristers are in their 20s and the oldest are in their 80s.  The Bar is short for the Victorian Bar which is the professional association representing over 2000 barristers in Victoria.

So, how are barristers and solicitors different?  Barristers and solicitors are types of lawyers. Solicitors are generally the first lawyer that a client will see to explain their legal problem.  Not all legal issues end up in court – for example, drafting a contract or a Will, or looking after buying and selling a house – so not all legal issues require the expertise of a barrister.

Find out more at Vic Bar - Student Engagement

Career as an Insurance Agent

Insurance agents represent insurance companies and sell insurance to clients, including individuals and organisations.  Some insurance agents are also licensed financial planners and/or investment advisers.

Some of the tasks Insurance Agents perform include –

• research new insurance products to assist current and potential clients in making choices
• interview clients to identify their insurance needs and how insurance policies might meet those needs
• write an insurance recommendation list or plan to assist the client to make an informed decision
• explain to clients the details of insurance policies including the risks for which they are covered, the rates and the benefits
• recommend an appropriate amount and type of cover to individual clients
• regularly review clients' circumstances to make sure that the level of insurance is appropriate
• assist clients in the event of a claim
• negotiate with insurance companies on behalf clients

* Further details can be found at the Good Universities Guide – Insurance Agent

The insurance industry is regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), and Insurance Agents may also need to be registered or hold an official license.  Insurance Agents can also only provide financial advice to clients if they hold the appropriate qualifications.  Details can be found at the ASIC website at 

Visit Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance to learn more about certificate and diploma courses in Insurance.

Difference between Electrical and Mechanical Engineering?

Students often ask what the difference is between electrical engineering and mechanical engineering.  There are many explanations regarding the difference and the summaries below should provide some clarification. 

Actually, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering are near polar opposites in the engineering world. Mechanical Engineering is based on the mechanics field of physics, while Electrical Engineering is based on the electricity and magnetism field of physics. I have made things quite simple here. If you love solving problems in mechanics’ portion of physics, then definitely mechanical engineering is for you and if you feel attraction in solving problems in electricity and magnetism then electrical engineering can be a right choice for you. (Vikash Gait)

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineers plan, design and oversee the development, installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery. They conduct research to solve practical engineering problems and improve efficiency.  (Good Universities Guide - Mechanical Engineer). 

In fact, it has to do with the design of any mechanical system and the assembly of different mechanisms to form a machine.  This can be combined with other elements, such as the study and effect of heat in motion (Thermodynamics), the flow and application of compressible and incompressible fluid (Fluid Mechanism), mechanical design and computer/electronics engineering with the application of automatic control. (Mechatronics) etc. 

Electrical Engineering

Electrical engineers design, develop and supervise the manufacture, installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical systems. They work on systems for the generation, distribution, utilisation, and control of electric power. They also work on electronic systems used for computing, communications, and other industrial applications. (Good Universities Guide - Electrical Engineer)

Electrical Engineering involves the design and study of electronics, power, and electrical systems.  Electrical Engineering deals with the problems associated with large-scale electrical systems such as power transmission and motor control.  So, Electrical Engineers are usually concerned with using electricity to transmit energy.

So, a simple analogy: being a mechanical engineer you will learn to build a car’s body and engine, while being an electrical engineer you will be able to handle/build/manage the car's battery.  (Vikash Gait)

Read more at Difference Between Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

A Career in the Snow

Educating Adventures (EA) have been in operation at over 30 resorts around the world

for 10 years, providing school leavers with a great career pathway program.

EA are now taking applications for Ski and Snowboard instructor internship positions for 2019 and 2020 at all locations in Europe, the USA, New Zealand, Canada and Japan. These instructor internships provide full training, accommodation, exams, lift passes and a guaranteed job offer at the end.

The program requirements are:

• Intermediate to advanced skiing or snowboarding ability.
• Genuine interest in snow sports.
• Positive attitude and good work ethic.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• As of 18 years of age by November 2019. 

For more information, you can visit:

https://easkiandsnowboard.com/careers-instructor-jobs-brochure?utm_source=edm&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=careeraumarch

Career Focus – Health

(Speech Pathologist)

The Australian Government Department of Jobs and Small Business have reported that Audiologists and Speech Pathologists will have a 38.3% increase in projected employment growth in the next five years.

Speech Pathologists diagnose, treat and provide management services to people of all ages with communication disorders, including speech, language, voice, fluency, social communication and literacy difficulties. They also work with people who have problems with chewing or swallowing.

Speech Pathologists:

• Establish the exact nature and severity of each client’s communication and/or swallowing problems, which may require the use of special equipment and tests.
• Plan and carry out treatment and management, taking into account age, social, educational and workplace needs and physical and intellectual duties.
• Prescribe electronic and non-electronic alternatives, and communication aides and devices.
• Work with children who are unable to communicate effectively due to the intellectual ability, developmental delays, physical disability and/or learning difficulties.
• Treat adults whose language, speech or voice has been affected by surgery, disease or disorders of the nervous system, brain injury, dementia or hearing loss.
• Help children and adults to overcome stuttering
• Assess and treat children and adults who have difficulty chewing and/or swallowing.
• Act as a consultant to education, medical, dental and other health professionals.
• Provide ongoing support, advice and information to clients, families and other significant persons (such as friends, carers and educators) in order to support successful communication interactions and safe and effective mealtimes.
• Work closely with other health professionals as part of a team.

To consider this career, it is helpful if you –

• Have good listening and interpersonal skills
• Enjoy language and communication
• Are able to inspire confidence and cooperation
• Enjoy working with people
• Are patient and tactful in your approach to people’s problems
• Are able to deal with complex and unusual situations.

To become qualified as a Speech Pathologist, you usually have to complete a degree in speech pathology at university. To get into these courses, you usually need to have completed your VCE with prerequisites (or assumed knowledge) in one or more of English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. Graduates are eligible for membership of Speech Pathology Australia. Most employers require applicants for speech pathology positions to demonstrate that they are eligible for current practicing membership. For some employers, this is a mandatory requirement.

Speech Pathologists work in public hospitals, rehabilitation centres, community and mental health services, school’s kindergartens and specialist organisations providing services for people with a disability. Speech Pathologists may also work in private practice and some are involved in teaching and research.

Below is a list of pathway, undergraduate and post graduate courses for future students in Victoria. You will note that LaTrobe University’s 4-year course includes 1.5-year Master of Speech Pathology.

Note:

* Length of study period is based on minimum duration with a full time study load. Part-time options may also be available.

* NA – Not applicable or less of 5 offers previously made. However, VCE English, Math’s and other subjects may be required. Some institutions also require further admission testing on literacy and numeracy and a pre-training interview.

*ATAR is based on lowest selection rank with adjustment factors.

* As subjects, course structures and requirements can vary between institutions, it is necessary to contact your chosen institution for further information.

Sources: http://lmip.gov.au/default.aspx?LMIP/EmploymentProjections

Career Focus - Social Worker

Social workers help people to deal with personal and social problems, either directly or by planning or carrying out programmes that benefit groups or communities. They are interested in challenging the structural barriers that contribute to inequality, discrimination, exploitation and oppression within communities.

Social workers can specialise in a range of different practice areas such as; children and family, youth, violence and sexual assault, medical and health, child protection, income support, disability, education, aged care, correctional services, family law, youth justice, community legal, psychiatric and general mental health, refugees and migrants and indigenous communities. They are employed in a variety of community and welfare fields across state, territory and federal government departments; hospitals, community health centres, local government authorities or non-government organisations. Some social workers are self-employed, working as counsellors, therapists and consultants. With the broad academic and practical training, qualified social workers may also work in non-social work areas such as project officers, policy makers, managers or administrators.

Within the different areas that social workers can work, their responsibilities can include:

• Provide counselling and support through a crisis that may be due to death, illness, relationship breakdown or other reasons.
• Provide clients with information about services that can assist them.
• Provide letters of referral or reports that will help clients to obtain other services such as crisis accommodation or social security benefits.
• Guide small groups of people to share their experiences, support each other and learn social skills.
• Assist community groups to plan and carry out programs to help themselves (for example, assisting groups to form an association).
• Research community problems, needs and solutions through client contact and records of welfare and health agencies.
• Analyse statistics and write reports.
• Develop policy and evaluate programs.
• Manage and train staff.
• Attend professional meetings.
• Lobby to change social welfare policies and procedures in the pursuit of social justice for all members of the community.

To work in this field, it is important to have:

• Emotional maturity.
• Keen analytical abilities.
• Ability to view other people’s problems objectively.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• An ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A commitment to social justice.

To become qualified as a social worker, you usually have to complete a degree in social work at university. To gain entry into these courses you usually need to gain your VCE with English. However, you will need to contact your chosen institutions for course requirements and further information. 

What does a Clinical Perfusionist do?

The Australian and New Zealand College of Perfusionists (ANZCP) website states that Perfusionists operate the heart-lung bypass machine generally during heart surgery to maintain safe and stable patient circulation while the heart is stopped for surgical repair.  The patient is said to be on cardiopulmonary bypass.  Perfusionists may operate such equipment during any medical situation where it is necessary to support or temporarily substitute for the patient’s heart and lung function.

So, this machine takes over the work of the heart in replacing carbon dioxide with oxygen and pumping the oxygenated blood around the body; it also replaces the lungs in controlling the patient’s breathing.  Once the machine is set and the blood is passing through, the Perfusionist controls the equipment as it takes over the work of the patient’s heart, monitoring oxygen levels in their blood and the patient’s breathing. 

Perfusionists work in operating theatres in public and private hospitals.  Their main work is performed within a cardiac operating theatre, but they also work in Intensive Care Units, General, Orthopaedic, Vascular and Neurosurgical Operating theatres, Cardiac Catheter Laboratories and Research Laboratories.  Importantly, Perfusionists need to be good communicators and team workers who are able to stay calm under pressure.

In order to practise, Perfusionists must meet the following entry requirements –

• complete a Bachelor Degree in Science - with major studies in biology, chemistry, anatomy or physiology

then study further to obtain specialised training in perfusion theory and practice through the ANZCP and pass an examination.

Rail careers are not all about train drivers

There are lots of employment opportunities in the rail industry, and they’re not all about driving trains. If you are considering a pathway to engineering, infrastructure, IT, maintenance, operations, etc., why not look for opportunities in Rail Careers?

https://myfuture.edu.au/institutions-and-organisations/details?id=rail-careers#/

Education USA Information Sessions

Students considering applying for study in the USA are invited to attend one or more of a series of upcoming workshops that will cover all things related to applying to U.S colleges - including applying for academic entry, and those that are aspiring to be student-athletes.  Beginning in June, there will be dedicated workshops for current Year 12 students that will focus on writing responses and brainstorming ideas. 

These workshops will be held at Monash University, Ground Floor 553 St Kilda Road in Melbourne (same building as the U.S. Consulate)

For more details and to register visit the events tab at Education USA Melbourne Events

Where can an Arts Degree take you?

There is often the debate about the value of an Arts Degree and what kind of role an Arts graduate could find in industry.  The list of roles is quite varied, and includes -

• Teaching & educational administration
• International aid and trade agencies
• Arts production and management
• Public service and social welfare agencies
• General management and administration (local and global)
• Communications industry, publishing, media and public relations
• Tourism and hospitality

One of the very important things for students to note, is that an Arts student learns skills that are very transferrable in industry.  These include communication skills, critical thinking and reading skills, analytical skills, and research skills – browse Career FAQS - What to do with your Arts Degree to learn more!

Monash University recently shared this YouTube video about a Career with a Bachelor of Arts.  

RSPCA Animal Career Discovery Day

At the RSPCA Animal Career Discovery Day, you can gain some insight into fulfilling career options with animals. Led by current industry specialists at the leading animal welfare organisation in Victoria, you will participate in hands-on activities and a behind-the-scenes tour.

For all those interested in learning about working in animals, talking with skilled professionals, see the below details and follow the link to reserve your spot.

Date: Thursday 27th June

Time: 9:00am – 3:30pm

Location: RSPCA Education Centre, Burwood East, Vic.

Cost: $75 includes registration, morning tea, a RSPCA career show bag, and all activities.

https://weteachme.com/rspcavictoria/1016624-animal-career-discovery-day