Careers News
Looking ahead to Term Three
Reaching out with a big hello to all the NHS community from the remote careers desk! In the second half of this term, we will start preparing for term three, which will focus on years 9-11 course and subject selection for 2021, and then year 12 tertiary applications in August/September.
There is SO much happening online in the careers space this term, especially for Year 12s wanting to explore their study options beyond school. It’s impossible to put everything into the newsletter, so keep your eye on the weekly Career News editions via the Careers Page on MyNHS. Year 12s should also check their Connect page, and take some time after classes to start exploring university websites. Most tertiary institutions are hosting webinars and online seminars to provide information on course offerings and services. Open Days are unlikely to occur in the same format as other years, but universities are setting up virtual tours of all their facilities and gearing up to respond to all your questions through their online platforms.
If you want to beat the term three rush and chat about your plans for 2021, go to the careers page on MyNHS and book an appointment.
Stay safe everyone, and well done for the way you are working through the many challenges this term.
ANU Kim Jackson scholarship for female engineers
Applications are now open for the inaugural Kim Jackson scholarship at the ANU College of Engineering and Computer Science. This exciting opportunity will change the life of a new female-identifying student from a rural area – valued at $20,000 per annum for each year of an ANU undergraduate engineering degree.
The scholarship is named after its donor, Kim Jackson. Kim is an ANU engineering alumna, who is passionate about the power of education and supporting women in STEM. Applications close 25 May 2020.
More details and how to apply - Enquiries: marketing.cecs@anu.edu.au
ADF Gap Year applications closing soon
There’s still time for students to apply for an ADF Gap Year, but you will need to apply soon if you wish to have the full range of preferences available. An ADF Gap Year initially involves a 12-month commitment, but it could also be the beginning of an ongoing career in the ADF. Find out more.
Monash University COVID update
During these challenging and changing times, Monash has developed Destination Monash 2021 as a hub for students to help navigate the opportunities at Monash next year. We recommend you bookmark Destination Monash 2021 as a source of relevant information. As new information becomes available about courses, admission requirements and events, we will include this information on the hub.
La Trobe University Aspire program
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 12s the tools they need to succeed at La Trobe and beyond.
Successful applicants 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 Aspire scholarships, worth $5,000 per year for up to four years, will be awarded to leading eligible Aspire students.
The Minimum ATAR Table shows the minimum ATAR for some professional degree courses for entry through Aspire in 2021. Should an applicant’s preferred course not be listed on this table, then the minimum ATAR is 50.
Further details can be found at the How to Apply link. Applications open 1 May and close 31 August 2020 with conditional offers coming out mid-September 2020.
ACU Early entry program
Passion for Business (P4B) Early Entry Program
Passion for Business Program (P4B) is a guaranteed early entry program designed to nurture a students’ learning passion and give them a step up in their future business career. Current Year 12 students studying a business-related subject are encouraged to apply for the P4B Program.
To be eligible for admission, Year 12 students need to have studied a business or business-related subject in Year 11 or 12 and can demonstrate they have previous work experience and volunteer work. Applications for Passion for Business (P4B) for 2021 are now open. Find out more about the P4L program, and the online application process at Passion for Business (P4B) Early Entry Program
Passion for Law (P4L) Early Entry Program
Passion for Law (P4L) is a guaranteed early entry program for students passionate about studying law and designed to nurture their learning potential and give them a step up in their future law career.
To be eligible for admission, students will need to attain a minimum ATAR of 75.00 and meet the prerequisite of Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL. Applications for Passion for Law (P4L) for 2021 are now open. Find out more about the P4L program, and the online application process at Passion for Law (P4L) Early Entry Program
Online Career Expos
VCE & Beyond Virtual Careers Expo
https://fp314.infusion-links.com/api/v1/click/4815156591460352/5000913759240192
10 -14 June, 2020
In partnership with leading universities and higher education providers, students and parents will be able to:
* Live chat with major Victorian universities and Higher Education providers.
* Schedule an appointment with a university advisor or ambassador.
* Participate in live Q&A sessions with expert VCE teachers, careers advisors and counsellors.
* Participate in exclusive webinars, view recordings, and download resources to help ACE the VCE across all major subjects.
Registration is FREE to all students, parents, and schools and will provide access to all of the event features across all days.
Year 13 - Another virtual careers expo opportunity.
Finding your dream job has never been easier.
The Year13 Expo lets you find a career you’re genuinely passionate about without even having to get out of bed. Over the course of the week, you’ll hear from experts, chat with influencers and explore all of your post-school options at our digital careers expo that you can access from anywhere you have internet.
NB University of Melbourne will NOT be attending online Careers Expos, however they are holding their own online seminars. Find your course of interest and join the information seminars, from next week, for four weeks: https://study.unimelb.edu.au/connect-with-us/meet-melbourne