John XXIII College Newsletter

Pathways and Transition

Big Funding Boost for Vocational Training

The big news for this month is the $57 million training package that the McGowan government has announced. It aims to reduce training fees while providing a path to employment.

 

Free Short Courses

There are 15 free short courses as part of the package. These free skill sets1 will get students ready for new jobs and provide pathways to full qualifications.

 

They include:

  • infection control skill sets,
  • agriculture,
  • hospitality,
  • civil construction and
  • logistics,
  • small business.
  • cybersecurity,
 

 

Many of the short courses have built-in foundation digital skills and literacy and numeracy training.

 

Skills sets are a selection of key units chosen from a full qualification that will make you job- ready. When you have passed these units, you can use them as credit towards a full qualification later.

 

Fees reduced between 50% and 67% for 27 Certificate level qualifications

For more information visit jobsandskills.wa.gov.au/skillsready Scroll down the site for information about which courses have had fees reduced and by how much

15 – 23 August National Science Week

This is usually a huge deal in Western Australia with our leading scientists being so generous with their time, enthusiasm, and expertise.

You can find events HERE.

28 & 29 July Curtin Science and Engineering Information Evenings

 

 

Engineering Evening - Tuesday 28 July Science Evening - Wednesday 29 July

Join us for our 2020 Science and Engineering Information Evenings to find out how your aptitude for maths, science and technology could lead to a successful STEM career and prepare you for the global workplace of tomorrow.

Science and Engineering information evenings Future students, Science and technology

 

 

28 July & 14 August ECU International Onshore Drop-In Session

If you have any questions about university life, entry pathways, fees, international scholarships or even just how things work in Australia and are currently onshore, then our online drop-in session is perfect for you! Register HERE.

 

30 July Curtin Year 12 Parent Information Evening

If you’re in Year 12, or you’re the parent of someone in year 12, this is your chance to learn about Curtin’s admission process and the range of support services available.

4:00pm Thursday 30 July Online Year 12 and parent information session. 

 

5 August Murdoch Law and Criminology Open Night (Online)

Find out everything you need to know about studying undergraduate law or criminology from some of our leading academics.

 

You’ll have the opportunity to explore the wide range of courses we offer and hear the real experiences of our students.

 

You can ask our staff questions about studying law or criminology and where it can take you in our Live Q&A at the end of the presentation.

You can register now.

 

12 August Murdoch Business Open Night (Online)

Join our online open night and find out everything you need to know about studying undergraduate business from some of our leading academics and current students.

You’ll have the opportunity to explore the wide range of courses we offer and ask our staff and students any questions you might have about studying business and where it can take you.

 

Register HERE to be reminded when the event is and receive a take-home pack to help you on your way to studying humanities and social sciences.

 

19 August Murdoch Science Open Night (Online)

Attend our Online Science Open Night and find out everything you need to know about studying undergraduate science from some of our leading academics.

You can ask our staff and student advisers any questions you might have about studying science and where it can take you.

 

To be reminded of the event please register now.

 

Open days

2 August UWA Open Day

UWA is doing its Open Day online this year.

Register HERE.

 

 

 

 

 

9 August ECU Virtual Open Day

ECU has also decided to go with a virtual open day.

You can register HERE.

 

 

1 – 20 August CQU Open Days

CQU has gone for a series of webinars each one focusing on a different discipline.

You can find the schedule of webinars HERE.

 

13 September Curtin Open Day

Curtin is still hoping to do an on campus open day. It is also seeking information about what sort of online event would be useful. Please let them know by giving information 

HERE.

 

 

 

UWA Update

Scholarships, Open Day and more Scholarships Scholarship applications open on 6 July for semester one 2021 intake. Students can apply through the  Scholarship Application.

 

 Direct Pathway to the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine For 2021, an interview will be introduced for the Direct Pathway to the Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. These interviews are in the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format and will be conducted in late November/early December. Applicants will be shortlisted for interview using their predicted ATAR. Rankings for offers will be made using actual ATAR and interview score, equally weighted. 

 

UniBuddy High school students can connect and interact directly with current students and staff through our UniBuddy platform. UWA Future Student Athlete Program Are you an athlete in Years 10, 11 or 12 who are looking to study at UWA? Sign up to the Future Student Athletes mailing list so they can be the first to receive news and updates on the Student Athlete Development Program and scholarships at UWA. 

 

Open Day at St George’s College

“Are you heading to UWA | Curtin | Notre Dame | Murdoch | ECU in Perth for university next year? You’ll need a place to call home! Come to Open Day at St George’s College to check out why we are Western Australia’s Best Residential College. Tours of rooms & facilities; Chats with current residents; Find out about scholarships and fees; stay for lunch. And much more….. find out more at https://stgc.uwa.edu.au/openday.

See you at St George’s!”

 

Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship 

The undergraduate scholarships are for students that will study a 'technology' related course, at any one of five universities( Murdoch in WA). They will receive $5000 each year for three years to purchase equipment, attend events or on any opportunity that is related to their learning; but most importantly, they receive mentorship and leadership training from Westpac (including a trip to Singapore). 

CQ UNI

  • Discover CQ Uni's range of TAFE and university courses on offer
  • Attend course webinars
  • Chat with teaching staff at their virtual course booths
  • Explore their facilities virtually
  • Book a 15-minute consult with a careers adviser
  • Drop by the lounge to chat with our team about entry pathways, fees, scholarships, how to apply and more! Virtual Open Days on Saturday, 1 and 15 August from 10am -  pm AEST - it could change everything!

This year CQ Uni will be hosting two Virtual Open Day events. Course booths, general information and support will be available across the two events. The only difference is their event program, which will feature a different lineup of course webinars at each event Check it out at cqu.edu.au/opendays .

  • Event Date: Saturday, 1 August
  • Event Time: 10 am - 1 pm AEST
  • Location: Online - details available soon
     
  • Event Date: Saturday, 15 August
  • Event Time: 10 am - 1 pm AEST
  • Location: Online - details available soon

Expected uni fees

TISC University Admissions Information 2021

TISC is the Tertiary Institutions Services Centre. It is the Centre that organizes applications to universities across Western Australia (apart from Notre Dame).

 

This year the system has gone haywire with early offers and special applications causing the system to become so flexible it may be wobbly!

 

The normal TISC application system is already open. It closes at the end of September.

Find information about:

 

You can download the 2021 University Admissions Guide HERE.

 

Interstate Admission Centre Contacts

For those who are thinking about applying for a place at a university outside Western Australia here is a list of admission centres around Australia.

July & August calendar

July August Calendar.pdf

 

Year 10 NEWS

The Science Experience

The Science Experience is a 3 or 4 days of science activities for Year 9 and 10 students.

 

Each program is designed to provide students who have an interest in science with an opportunity to engage in a wide range of fascinating science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work.

 

For links to programs go to Past and Future Programs

 

Any Year 9 and 10 student is welcome to attend any one of the programs listed on the Where and When page.

 

ICT Young Explorers Competition: Closes 24 August

The Young ICT Explorers competition encourages school students to create their best Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related projects. Find details HERE.

 

 

 

Vet in Schools 2021 Courses (North and South Metropolitan TAFE) 

Take a look at what the  North Met TAFE Schools Program 2021 and South Met TAFE Vet in Schools Offering 2021 Please note: Our students’ complete courses on a Thursday or Friday.

 

VET Delivered to Secondary Students courses are extremely competitive, therefore it is recommended you provide as much evidence as possible to support your application. These documents must be uploaded when applying through our online application system. 

 

To complete the application you will need: 

  • Western Australian Student number (WASN). This can be found on your school report or speak with your school’s VET Coordinator; 
  • Unique Student Identifier (USI) number. If you have not already created an USI then you will need to visit this website first www.usi.gov.au/your-usi/create-usi  ; 
  • Year 9 & 10 school reports in an electronic format i.e. PDF (‘C’ grade or above in Mathematics and English is preferred but all applications will be considered); 
  • OLNA (Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment) Report (if applicable); 
  • Parent/guardian email address and mobile phone number; 
  • Resume, references and any certificates which will help support your application; and 
  • A Student Statement outlining why you should be selected to participate in the course (please note there is a limit of 255 characters that can be entered in this section). 

When selecting course preferences it is important that you have read the information about each course in the 2021 VET Delivered to Secondary Students Course Guide and discussed your options with your school before you start your application, as not all courses may be appropriate for you. Your school VET Coordinator will be contacted to endorse your application.

 

When selecting your course you will need to select your campus first. It is important that you can travel with ease to and from that campus (you may find this website useful) www.transperth.wa.gov.au .

  

Once you commence your application, you can save your changes if you need to exit and return at a later time. You will be emailed a link to your saved application which you can only access from the email address entered at the time you save and exit.

 

CQU Year 10 Subject Selection Toolkit 

Whether you are in the early stages of choosing your subjects or you are about to finalise your selection, there are some important factors to consider before making your decision.

CQU’s Year 10 Subject Selection Toolkit will guide you through each step you need to take to map out your career pathway, so you know what subjects you need to choose for senior.

Toolkit highlights include:

  • Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar
  • "What are prerequisites?" video
  • "Recommended study v prerequisites" video

YEAR 11 NEWS

Murdoch Horizons Summer School

This 3-week summer school is run in January 2021. It introduces you to life as a university student. It provides an entry pathway to university once you have completed Year 12.

Why attend?

  • Prepare for year 12: Each unit will explore new perspectives, learning strategies and knowledge for your year 12 studies.
  • Receive credit towards a Murdoch degree: On completing the program, you'll receive a certificate and three points of credit towards a Murdoch degree, which is the equivalent of one subject or unit.
  • Complete a university-level subject while you're still at school: When you start at university, you'll feel right at home in your new surroundings.
  • Meet new people and study in state-of-the-art facilities: You'll work in small groups to address real-world problems under the guidance of internationally renowned lecturers and academics, together with mentoring from experienced Murdoch students.

For more information go HERE.

31 July Applications close for National Maths Summer School

The next National Maths Summer School will be held for two weeks in Canberra in January 2021.

 

To be selected, students must be intending to take Year 12 mathematics next year and must be very high-performing school mathematicians with a passion to achieve all they can.

 

To apply, visit https://mawainc.org.au/national-maths-summer-school/ and apply for the intensive two-week experience.

 

The current round is open now and closes on 31 July

 

 

Lyn Alexander

Head of Pathways and Transition

Lyn.alexander@cewa.edu.au

9383 0416