Pathways and Transition
Quick links to Pathways Events
September
- 2: Autism Webinar forparents
- 5: Curtin on Demand all month
- 6: Full Time 2022 TAFE Applications Open
- 7: ECU Year 12 preference selection Perth Jobs Fair
- 8: ECUMedical and Health Sciences showcase
- 9: WAAPA Arts mgt & live prod’n Media and telecoms webinar
- 11: Girls into STEM
- 13: ECU Computing and Security Science
- 14: UWA Parents information
Construction Skills Expo
ECU Science and Maths Showcase - 15: Murdoch Admissions Pathways
- 16: ECUBusiness and Law
- 17: AirForce Work Experience Applications Close
- 21: ECU Info Expo
- 22: CQU Webinar
ECU Arts Information - 27: ECU ATAR
Revision Program starts
UWA Application help week - 29: Murdoch a Day in theLife
- 30: TISC Applicationsclose
Applications Open for TAFE 2022
North Metro TAFE has put up these Key Dates. Other TAFE colleges will be following similar schedules.
2022 Semester 1 Applications | Offers *
Applications open
Applications for full-time courses starting in Semester 1, 2022 will open on 6 September 2021.
Applications close
Round 1
Usually close in December
Round 2
Usually close in January
No late applications will be accepted.
Offers will be available online at tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au and will be emailed.
Go to your local TAFE College for local details:
The Jobs & Skills Centres can assist school leavers in applying for 2022 VET programs.
Pathways to VET for those without their WACE or OLNA
The Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (OLNA) is designed to enable students to successfully meet the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) literacy and numeracy requirements.
There are several alternative pathways to TAFE for school students who do not achieve an OLNA:
- Vocational pathway (VET in schools): school students who complete a vocational course while at school can rely on their AQF qualification to demonstrate their literacy and numeracy skills(this is included in the guide) i.e. students can achieve an OLNA or a Certificate I, II or III to gain entry to a TAFE course (with the exception of qualifications within the Foundation studies training package (FSK);
- TAFE Admissions testing: TAFE Admissions adopted the reading and numeracy modules of the OLNA as its literacy and numeracy testing tool. Subject to verification with the School Curriculum and Standards Authority, school students may be eligible to register for TAFE Admissions testing if they have not sat the OLNA at school within the six months preceding TAFE Admissions testing and if they have not exhausted their maximum six attempts at the OLNA while of compulsory school age;
- Alternative assessment: students can be referred to the learning area at their preferred TAFE college for a Learning Area Assessment;
- Students can enrol at any Certificate I level,as there are no entryand
- Students can enrol into one of the foundation skills and equitycourses.
For more information, download the TAFE admissions guide for entry to full time courses
for entry to full time courses.
7 September Perth Jobs Fair
The Perth Jobs Fair gives students and the VET Coordinators a chance to meet with prospective employers and talk with them about job opportunities.
There will be two sessions available to attend on the day, Session 1 is from 9.30am – 12.30pm and Session 2 from 1.30pm – 4.30pm.
For more information go to Perth Jobs Fair website
Registration is free, but essential. Register your attendance here.
28 August Wes Trac Apprenticeship Applications Open
This is to advise you that the 2022 Apprentice intake will be opening on 28 August 2021 and close on 12 September 2021.
This intake we will be looking for applications for both Metropolitan and Regional
opportunities in the following areas:
- AUR31216 – Certificate III in MobilePlant Technology (MobilePlant)
Available in Guildford, Bunbury, Port Hedland, Geraldton, Newman, and Kalgoorlie
- AUR30316 – Certificate III in Automotive Electrical Technology (Auto Electrician) Available in Kalgoorlie only
- MEM30205 Certificate III Engineering Fabrication Trade (Heavy/Welding YH) (Boilermaker Welder) Available in Guildford Only
- MEM30205 Certificate III Engineering - Mechanical Trade (First Class Machinist) Available in Guildford only
Check HERE for information. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Stewart amy.stewart@westrac.com.au
NETTS Oil and Gas Applications Open for 2022
National Energy Technician Training Scheme (NETTS) which organises apprenticeships for the oil and gas industries.
Applications are now open for the NETTS apprenticeships for next year.
The scheme is coordinated by Programmed Training Services Woodside and Jadestone energy for these apprentice
jobs:
- Process Plant Technicians
- Mechanical Fitters
- Industrial Electrical/Instrumentation Technicians
The Apprenticeship Community
You cannot start an Australian Apprenticeship without an Apprenticeship Network provider.
The Apprenticeship Community is a community of all those providers.
They provide support to parents and you can find quizzes, videos, tips and tricks HERE.
Create a resume using JTC Career Tools
- Student secure area
- Create an account or log in
- Resume: Simple or Custom
Jobs Fair being held in Perth South
The Perth South Jobs Fair will provide people looking for work with the chance to explore current job opportunities and will connect job seekers with employers and employment service providers in the region.
Event details
Date: Tuesday, 7 September 2021
Timing:
- Session 1 – 9.30 am to 12.30 pm
- Session 2 – 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm
Location: Optus Stadium, 333 Victoria Park Dr, Burswood, WA
All employers exhibiting at the Jobs Fair have job vacancies that they are looking to fill. The Perth South Jobs Fair is an opportunity for you to meet with employers and talk to them about real jobs, apprenticeships and training and career options in Perth and the surrounding region.
Not only are there jobs on offer, there are also services available to help you find your next job. Take part in workshops for information and advice to improve your chances of getting a job. Talk to a professional for résumé assistance, interview tips and job search techniques.
If you are struggling to find work, you can speak to local employment support services who can help you develop skills and confidence to increase your ability to gain employment faster.
To find out who is exhibiting at the Perth South Jobs Fair, and to find out how to make your visit a success, go to dese.gov.au/PerthSouthJF.
This event will follow the WA Government’s COVID Safe Event protocol.
EGT are seeking Year 12 school leavers to fill electrical apprenticeship positions
The demand is high for apprentices, so it is a good time for individuals to get into the industry.
Electrical Group Training (EGT) provides apprenticeship employment and training opportunities in the electrotechnology industry. Aimed at producing highly skilled and motivated tradespeople.
EGT apprentices are exposed to the full range of practical training and hands on experience in the electrotechnology industry providing Host Employers with a consistent supply of high-quality workers to support their business on a short or long term basis.
If you are completing Year 12 and seeking a career in the electrical field, EGT are currently recruiting school leavers to fill apprenticeship vacancies, please see the link below for further details and to register your interest.
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MyFuture
Support your child to learn about the world of work and explore careers: myfuture
Curtin Year 10 Guide
This Year 10 Guide helps you to understand where your Year 11 and 12 subject choices can lead.
It lists all Curtin courses and the prerequisite ATAR subjects you may need.
Curtin Career Tools and Advice for High School Students
There are lots of clear, easy to read resources to support students as they transfer from high school to university. You can find them HERE.
Students can find study tips at Study Coach.
UNIVERSITY NEWS
30 September TISC Applications Close
Year 12s really are on the downhill run. TISC applications close on 30 September. Check
dates HERE.
Check the TISC Guide for detailed information. Results will be out on 19 December this year.
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.
- Charles Darwin University applications are taken by SATAC
- South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC) for SA and NT
- Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) for QLD
- Universities Admissions Centre(UAC) for NSW and ACT
- The University of Tasmania incorporating the Australian Maritime College
- Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) for VIC
- Open Universities Australia
There are two Information Handbooks for Year 12s
PART I INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
This information from SCSA is designed for students who are in Year 12 and coming towards the end of the year.
Get a copy HERE.
PART II EXAM INFORMATION
Part II was released recently with all the information and advice you need for exams.
You can find it HERE.
Supported Gap Year Positions Available for 2022
Letz Live have continued to operate throughout the pandemic, providing Gap Year and Working Holiday programmes for school leavers. Positions are available for their January 2022 intake to New Zealand, The United Kingdom and Thailand.
Travel exemptions are being granted to applicants for working holiday programmes, and we currently have participants overseas.
A Gap Year with Letz Live sees participants placed as an assistant in a Boarding School where they are paid with all meals and accommodation included. Letz Live supports young people taking a Gap Year all the way through from start to finish, connecting participants to a network of Gap Year friends, with Country Managers overseas.
More information on Gap years with Letz Live can be found online: www.letzlive.org or for an information pack email info@letzlive.org.
TISC University Admissions Information 2023
TISC is the Tertiary Institutions Services Centre. It is the Centre that organizes applications to universities across Western Australia (apart from Notre Dame).
Find information about:
- Course Pre-requisites for 2022 and 2023
- Guaranteed ATARS
- Minimum ATARS
- Selection Rank
- Lowest Offered Rank
You can find out about Alternative Pathways to uni HERE
You can download the 2021 University Admissions Guide HERE.
Go here to find Which University is Right for You?
Notre Dame Applications Through TISC
Students wanting to go to Notre Dame will be able apply through TISC from 2 August.
This partnership will have a significant impact on streamlining the application process for Year 12s. Students will now be able to apply for the 5 biggest universities in WA through the TISC site.
A critical consideration in the partnership was continuing Notre Dame’s consideration of
personal qualities beyond academic performance.
Notre Dame also considers applicants’ interests, aspirations, out of school activities, work experience and community involvement, as well as academic achievement, in assessing them for entry to our courses.
The 2022 TISC Guide will be distributed to Western Australian Schools from the second week of Term 3. This will provide further information on the application process to all TISC member universities.
Find out more on the TISC Website.
Students can still apply for the Notre Dame Early Offer scheme HERE.
UWA Upcoming events
Courses and Careers Information Sessions
We're holding a range of info sessions for your students throughout August to help them decide what course and future career is right for them.
Your students' parents are invited to join us online on Tuesday 10 August to find out all the information they need to help their child make important decisions about applying for uni.
Inspiring Australians Student Forum – new date announced!
On Tuesday 7 September your Year 10 students can join us on campus and meet some of our country's most inspiring Australians. Register by 15 August to secure your spot.
26 – 30 September UWA Application Week Help
Come along to our Future Students Centre between Monday 27 to Thursday 30 September from 8.30am - 5pm, to get help with your application and have all your questions about applying answered. We’ll be on hand to offer advice and support to help you figure out which path is right for you.
If you’re unable to attend or you would like to book an in-depth one-on-one consult, you can book a virtual appointment online.
Find information HERE.
Enabling Programs @ UWA
Students will be eligible to study a bachelor degrees once they’ve successfully completed a graded Australian University Enabling Program that satisfies our entry requirements with an average of 65%.
Students completing one of these programs as part of WACE and attending a Broadway
school will only require a 60% average. Completion of an Enabling Program will satisfy UWA’s English Language Competency requirements. Find out more HERE.
Notre Dame Scholarships
A full range of scholarships is now open for students looking to start university in 2021. Selection criteria vary for each scholarship and can include community involvement and leadership roles, academic performance and financial need.
Chemistry and Physics Offered in Bachelor of Education Secondary
Our nationally accredited Bachelor of Education (Secondary) now offers two specialist science majors:
- Chemistry Education Major
- Physics Education Major
These majors, available on our Joondalup campus, have been designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to teach Years 7 to 12 Chemistry and/or Physics and provides the extended content knowledge needed to address the demands and opportunities of the secondary school chemistry and physics curriculum.
For students interested in the Chemistry Education Major it is desirable that all applicants have ATAR Chemistry.
All applicants for the Physics Education Major are required to demonstrate satisfactory performance in Physics ATAR, with equivalents considered.
Scholarships
The School of Engineering and School of Science are once again offering their Excellence Scholarships to high performing Year 12 Students who wish to study Engineering or an undergraduate degree with the School of Science in 2022.
Please visit for more information:
ECU Engineering Excellence Scholarships valued at $20,000
ECU School of Science Excellence Scholarships valued at $15,000
Come along to gain more insight into the University application process. We'll be covering:
- How to apply for courses
- How to preference your course choices
- Important dates
- What to do when you receive your offer
University staff will be on hand to answer any questions you have about applying to uni and our courses.
On Tuesday 7 September 2021 at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Joondalup Campus.
7 September ECU Year 12 Preferences
Come along to gain more insight into the University application process. We'll be covering:
- How to apply for courses
- How to preference your course choices
- Important dates
- What to do when you receive your offer
University staff will be on hand to answer any questions you have about applying to uni and our courses.
On Tuesday 7 September 2021 at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Joondalup Campus
8 September ECU Medical and Health Showcase
There will be interactive tours of our state-of-the-art laboratories and an opportunity to meet with dynamic, industry-experienced lecturers as well as current students.
Based at our Joondalup campus, the School of Medical and Health Sciences provides a stimulating and supportive learning environment for our students. This includes purpose- built occupational therapy and nutrition-related laboratories and exercise testing facilities that are regularly used by elite athletes and high performance sport steams.
On Wednesday 8 September 2021
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Joondalup Campus.
9 September WAAPA Arts Management and Live Production Showcase
You don’t have to be a performer to work in theatres. Every production has experts in:
- Sound
- Lighting
- Stage Management
- Costume
- Design
- Props and Scenery
To find out more about these exciting courses, come along to our WAAPA Arts Management and Live Production Information Evening.
On Thursday 9 September 2021 at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
WAAPA Applications
Inmost WAAPA disciplines you can expect to have auditions and interviews.
If you want to apply for a WAAPA course, you can apply direct to us.
Note If you're an ATAR student completing year 12 and you're interested in studying either a Bachelor of Music, or Performing Arts (Performance Making), or Arts (Arts Management), or Education (Secondary), specialising in Music Education, you'll need to apply via TISC AND apply direct to us.
Year 12 Exploration Day - Friday, 1 October 2021
Not sure if University is for you? Whether you have an early offer or thinking about applying to Murdoch, this FREE event will allow you to explore all Murdoch has to offer.
Come onto Campus, meet our friendly staff and current students, while taking part in interactive workshops specific to your area of interest and explore our unique campus and facilities!
You’ll have the opportunity to pick a workshop stream which best suits you:
- Law
- Criminology
- Forensic Biology and Toxicology
- Environmental Sciences
- Marine Sciences
- Vet, Agricultural and Animal Sciences
- Sport & Exercise Science
- Chiropractic Science
- Business & Commerce
- Creative Arts
- Education
- Information Technology
- Engineering
Registrations for this event are essential.
8:30am- 9:00am: Registrations
9:00am - 10:00am: Faculty Tour
10:00am - 11:30am: Workshop
11:30am - 1:00pm: Lunch
1:00pm - 1:30pm: MU Presentation
1:30pm - 3:00pm: Application Workshop
* Please note, you will be able to select your workshop preferences when you register. Places are limited in some workshops so get in quick to secure your preferred activities!
A Day in the Life of a University Student (Year 9 & 10 Students) – Wednesday, 29 & Thursday, 30 September 2021
Experience what it is like to be a university student for the day! Take part in hands on activities, meet new friends and explore Murdoch University’s Perth (South Street) campus.
You will create a customised university timetable of hands-on activities in subjects that interest you, speak with current Murdoch University students studying in those areas and learn more of their pathway to university, and be inspired by our academics.
There are a wide variety of workshops on offer across the sciences, health, humanities, and creative arts disciplines, find out more in the Workshops section below.
The event will run on both Wednesday 29 and Thursday 30 September. Please choose only one day to attend. The program is identical on both days.
The schedule:
8.00-8.30am Registration
8.30-8.45am Welcome & Introduction
9.00-10.00am Workshop 1*
10.00-10.30am Morning Tea – please bring your own or money to purchase.
10.45-11.45am Workshop 2*
12.00-12.30pm University Presentation
12.30-1.15pm Lunch – please bring your own or money to purchase
1.30-2.30pm Workshop 3*
2.45-3.15pm Quiz
3.15-3.30pm Event concludes
* Please note, you will be able to select your workshop preferences when you register. Places are limited in some workshops so get in quick to secure your preferred activities!
September Curtin on Demand
Join us during the entire month of September where you’ll have access to on-demand sessions with academics, experts and students, live presentations with Q&As, virtual tours, information booths, 1:1 virtual consultations and more!
Register now to access our on-demand hub when it launches and you’ll immediately be in
the draw to win an AUD$250 virtual gift card.
STEM Careers for Girls
Year 10 – 12
If you know of any girls who are interested in entering a STEM career The Innovators Tea Party would like to encourage them to join the industry. They are holding a Speed Networking event for girls in years 10 – 12, to encourage them to join the small but growing band of women who are building their reputation among the best in their industries.
Perth CBD | State Library of Western Australia | Free for students in years 10-12
Register Now ECU ATAR Revision Sessions September
Free ATAR revision session for Year 12 ATAR student.
You can choose from a variety of subjects, each one delivered by a teacher familiar with the 2021 syllabus.
Sessions run between Monday27 September 2021 and Friday1 October 2021
LOCATION: Joondalup Campus (Find public transport here.) Register HERE.
Online: If you can’t get to Joondalup campus you can do the program online.
Compare Universities
If you want to compare universities and study areas based on student experiences as measured by the Quality Indicatory of Learning and Teaching surveys, this information is accessible www.compared.edu.au
Defence News
18 August AVCAT Scholarships Open for 2021
To be eligible to apply for AVCAT scholarship you must:
- be planning to enrol or be enrolled in TAFE or university education
- have Australian residency
- be the child or grandchild as defined by an Australian ex-serving veteran.
- be receiving, or be eligible to receive, Centrelink Youth Allowance or an equivalent educational payment (use the Centrelink calculator to check your estimated entitlements)
The Santos Science Experience is 3 or 4 days of science activities for Year 9 and 10 students in 2021 program year
Each program is designed to provide students an opportunity to engage in a wide range of science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work.
Universities & Tertiary Institutions | Program Dates | Best Apply Before | Places Remaining |
| Murdoch University | 7- 9 December 2021 | 5November 2021 | 50 |
| Edith Cowan University, Joondalup | 11- 14 January 2022 | 20December 2021 | 55 |
| University of Western Australia | 18- 20 January 2022 | 20December 2021 | 93 |
Calendar of events
Lyn Alexander
Head of Pathways and Transition
(08) 9383 0416