Deakin University News

Course Updates at Deakin University

Deakin University is currently developing an exciting new combined course offering for 2019 - Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science/Bachelor of Nutrition Science! Deakin’s School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences will offer this double degree, which is the first of its kind in Victoria and will prepare students to combine exercise and nutrition to help the community optimise physical performance and nutrition and contribute to the prevention of diet and physical activity related diseases. Like graduates of the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, graduates of this new combined course will be eligible for accreditation with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) to become accredited exercise scientists. Watch this space!

Deakin’s Bachelor of Information Systems has been changed to Bachelor of Business Analytics. This course will teach students how to use technology to capture and use digital information effectively in organisational settings. Students will focus on critically analysing an organisation's information in order to decide on the best business analytics software (e.g. business intelligence, predictive analytics, and social media analytics tools) to solve real-life business problems. The new Bachelor of Business Analytics is also the only specialist business analytics program in Victoria and one of only two in Australia. Find out more at Business Analytics

Deakin University - Global Science and Technology Program

The SEBE Global Science and Technology Program (GSTP) gives students the opportunity to gain experience beyond the classroom and experience the world whilst studying.

Students who interested in travelling as part of their degree, are encouraged to consider the Global Science and Technology Program. This scholarship program is open to all courses offered by the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment, and aims to recognise, reward, and support high achieving students interested in conducting part of their studies overseas, in order to develop new skills and a broader worldview. Successful applicants will receive a $3000 scholarship to assist with travel costs and will participate in the Deakin Global Citizenship Program. The Global Science and Technology Program has a two-step application process.

There are two steps to applying for this program: applicants must attain an ATAR of 80 and must complete the Program Supplementary application form by 5pm, Friday 4 January 2019.

Visit Global Science and Technology Program for more details - http://www.deakin.edu.au/sebe/study-opportunities/global-science-and-technology-program

AusNet Services Scholarship

If you’re a female student interested in the ever changing energy landscape and shaping the future of power generation, management and distribution, we encourage you to apply for a Women in Power Engineering Scholarship.

Women in Power Engineering scholarships are on offer to support women to achieve tertiary qualifications in power engineering, preparing them for diverse and rewarding careers in the energy industry. Scholarships are awarded to successful female applicants entering Deakin’s Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Honours) undergraduate degree. Each scholarship is valued at $10,000 per year over the normal duration of the course and includes vocational work and a mentoring program.

For full details about the scholarship, including selection criteria, how to apply and closing dates please visit: AusNet Services Scholarship

Monash University News

Monash Maths Bridging

Monash Maths Bridging is available for domestic students who narrowly miss the required study score in the mathematics prerequisite subjects for a Monash Engineering, Science or Business and Economics, Information Technology, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science, Law (for Law/Commerce double degrees) undergraduate degree.

Maths Bridging covers the properties of functions and their graphs, calculus processes of differentiation and anti-differentiation, and the application of these properties and processes.

Students will learn

* functions and their graphs and inverse functions

* exponential, logarithmic, and circular functions

* techniques and applications of calculus.

Students will study face-to-face for 16 days, five hours a day. Expert tutors will be there to guide them along their learning journey.

Eligibility

VCE Students who receive a study score of 20-24 in VCE Mathematical Methods Units 3 and 4. Students must also meet all other entry requirements for a Monash Engineering, Science or Business and Economics undergraduate degree.

Monash Maths Bridging is only accepted by Monash University. It does not provide credit for other institutions. Once students have successfully passed the Monash Maths Bridging course, they will be considered to have met the mathematic prerequisite for selected Engineering, Science or Business and Economics degrees at Monash University.

If they meet all other course entry requirements they will be considered for a Round 2 offer into their preferred course.

Program details

Start date Wednesday 2 January 2019

End date Tuesday 22 January 2019

Exam Wednesday 23 January 2019

Marking Thursday 24 January 2019

Results 9:00am, Friday 25 January 2019

Cost $1,200 (not available for FEE-HELP)

Location Monash College

For more information visit Monash Maths Bridging

Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Science

What options do students have if they don’t meet the maths or chemistry VCE prerequisites to get into pharmacy or pharmaceutical science?

Mathematical Methods VCE prerequisite

Applicants could study maths higher level units over their first year in a tertiary course. They can then apply to transfer into pharmacy or pharmaceutical science if they have achieved a minimum 70% average in the first year of the tertiary degree. Please note that credit is not currently given for transfers into pharmacy.
The Open Universities Australia offers math units that may prove acceptable. Students are encouraged to visit Open Universities directly for advice.
Overall, the maths must meet higher level maths equivalencies which applicants must investigate, and faculty course advisers should be able to assist here.

Chemistry VCE prerequisite

For students who have not met the chemistry prerequisite, Monash recommends they study two VCE equivalent chemistry units over their first year in a tertiary course to be considered as meeting the prerequisite. They can then apply to transfer into pharmacy or pharmaceutical science. They would also have to achieve a minimum 70% average in the first year of the tertiary degree. Please note that credit is not currently given for transfers into pharmacy.

In summary, students really wanting to study pharmacy or pharmaceutical science at Monash University but do not meet the maths or chemistry VCE prerequisites, are encouraged to enrol in a tertiary course that gives them access to higher levels of maths and/or chemistry, with the aim of transferring across after one year. Students can also consider Graduate Entry Pharmacy (3 years) after completion of a Biomedical, Science or Pharmaceutical Science undergraduate degree.

Find out more about pharmacy and pharmacology at Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Science at Monash

Chisholm Institute News

We also have a suite of free job readiness workshops available to job seekers:

Interview Skills - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/interview-skills-workshop-tickets-46001093509?aff=ehomecard
Resume Writing - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/resume-writing-workshop-tickets-25635226653?aff=eac2
‘Where The Jobs Are’ - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/where-the-jobs-are-workshop-tickets-25497751461?aff=eac2
How to Navigate Choosing a Course - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/how-to-navigate-choosing-a-course-tickets-47250584771?aff=ehomecard
What to Expect in the First 90 Days of Employment - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/first-90-days-of-work-tickets-44534848932?aff=ehomecard

Job seekers can register for these workshops on Eventbrite using the above links.

University of Melbourne News

New Bachelor of Commerce Achievement Scholarship

Valued at $15,000 over three years, this new scholarship aims to reward high-achieving Australian students commencing the Bachelor of Commerce, the Commerce/Juris Doctor Graduate Degree Package, or the Commerce/Engineering Graduate Degree Package. To be considered for the scholarship students must achieve an ATAR of at least 98.00 (excludes Chancellor’s Scholars). No application required as all eligible VTAC applicants will automatically be considered, and forty scholarships will be awarded.

Find out more at Bachelor of Commerce Achievement Scholarship

Careers in Insurance

Find out more about the wider insurance careers programs available at the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF). A supporting website Careers in Insurance features detailed information about the types of businesses in the industry and the range of roles and opportunities within insurance. Students are encouraged to visit this website for an interesting insight to insurance – be it insurance against maritime pirates or against floods, hurricanes & droughts.

University of Tasmania News

New Optometry Pathway Course

Our new Optometry Pathway Course, offered with Flinders University in South Australia allows high achieving students to start their optometry studies in Launceston. After one full year of study in Tasmania, students will transition to the Bachelor of Medical Science (Vision Science)/Master of Optometry at Flinders University.

Special programs to reward high achieving students interested in architecture and science

> Bachelor of Science (Catalyst Program)

> Bachelor of Architecture and Built Environments (Creative Innovators’ Program)

Accessed with an ATAR of 90+, be rewarded for your hard work with guaranteed scholarships, overseas study opportunities, special events, and much more!

Get on board with the largest nation building project in Australia’s history with the Australian Maritime College

Study Maritime Engineering or Global Logistics at the AMC for a career as part of the largest nation building project in Australian history – the $90bn continuous naval shipbuilding program.

New business scholarships for high achievers

Do you have high-achieving students interested in business and economics? Twenty $5000 scholarships are available to Tasmanian students who completed Year 12 in 2018 and scored an ATAR of 90 or above (or equivalent). Students must be commencing in a Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Economics, or combined Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Economics in Semester 1, 2019.

Theatre and Performance brings critical and reflective engagement with culture, history, and theory

Students learn how to watch performances closely, manage creative projects and resources, and lead collaborative and creative processes. There are opportunities to participate in acclaimed festivals including Dark Mofo, The Unconformity, and Junction Arts Festival. Students have the flexibility to study complementary areas such as English, Journalism, Media and Communications, and the Creative Arts within the Bachelor of Arts. Learn more.

Updated and new courses

College of Sciences and Engineering

> Bachelor of Design (NEW)

> Bachelor of Natural Environment and Wilderness Studies (Updated)

> Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (Updated)

College of Arts, Law and Education

> Bachelor of Design

> Bachelor of Music

> Bachelor of Arts (Theatre)

> Bachelor of Social Work with Honours

> Bachelor of Media

Do you have students planning a career in social work? We now offer the Bachelor of Social Work with Honours with students beginning studies right from first year.

College of Health and Medicine

> Bachelor of Psychological Science

> Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

> Bachelor of Nutrition Science

> Bachelor of Health Science (Medical Radiation Science)

> Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine

Did you know: students can now study the first year of the Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine and the Bachelor of Medical Research at either our Launceston or Hobart campuses?

The UMAT Admissions Test is changing in 2019.

For students intending to sit the UMAT in 2019 for entry to university in 2020, the test is changing.

2018 will be the final year for students to sit the UMAT. After 2018 it will be replaced by a new test, the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test).

What does this mean for my students?

If your students sat the UMAT in July 2018 nothing has changed. They should continue to follow the steps outline on the UMAT website: umat.acer.edu.au

Students who are planning to sit the UMAT in 2019, will instead need to register for and sit the UCAT.

Has the test changed?

Yes, the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) is a 2-hour computer-based test. Candidates will sit the test at Pearson VUE test centres located in Australia, New Zealand and some overseas centres.

The UCAT will be offered on a choice of dates throughout the month of July, rather than on one single date.

Which universities require the UCAT in 2019 for 2020 entry?

The UCAT will be a mandatory admissions test for the courses and programmes linked below for 2020 entry onwards.

https://www.ucatofficial.com/ucat-anz/universities

What’s in the new test?

The test consists of 5, separately timed and subtests.

https://www.ucatofficial.com/ucat-anz/test-format/

When do students need to register for the UCAT?

Registration for the UCAT will open in March 2019 and close in mid-May. Details of the test, including how to register, are available on the UCAT website

https://www.ucatofficial.com/ucat-anz/registration-booking/

How can I help my students prepare for the UCAT?

Free, comprehensive preparation materials, including an online guide, tutorials, question banks and practice tests will be available on the UCAT website in early 2019.

https://www.ucatofficial.com/ucat-anz/preparation/

Why have we moved to this new test?

As a computer-based test, the UCAT is an efficient and secure process. It has the additional advantages of offering candidates the convenience of a choice of dates and a wider range of test centres.

The UCAT is a well-established and internationally respected test used widely in the UK since 2006 (under the name UKCAT) to select students for admission to medicine and dentistry courses at the majority of UK universities. For information about UKCAT go to: www.ukcat.ac.uk

The test assesses a range of abilities identified as important by university medical and dental schools for success in their programmes or courses, and later as a clinician.

What do students need to do now?

If your students sat the UMAT in July 2018, nothing has changed. They should continue to follow the steps outline on the UMAT website: umat.acer.edu.au

Students who will be sitting the test in 2019 for entry to university in 2020, should visit the UCAT website for full details on the new test.

www.ucatofficial.com

A Career in Policing: Quick Facts about Applying

Students are eligible to apply at 18 – There is a misconception that young adults do not have enough life and work experience for the role. To the contrary, a large number of members of the Police Force joined at the age of 18. Police recruitment staff and psychologists will assess applicants to determine their suitability for the policing environment at each of the 11 stages of the recruitment process.

Work experience is determined by a number of factors – When asked about previous work experience, answers may include: customer service experience, exposure to conflict resolution, ability to adapt to the workplace, team work, leadership and developed emotional intelligence. For example, part-time work at McDonald’s is highly regarded. However, if a student is only working 5 hours a week over an extended period of time, they may not be consistently developing the skills required for the Police role.

Life experience will be different for each applicant – Again, police recruitment staff and psychologists will assess this factor on a case-by-case basis. There are times where a young applicant ticks the boxes but fails to demonstrate the required maturity and communication skills necessary to perform the duties of a Police Officer or Protective Services Officer (PSO) at the panel interview stage.

While taking a gap year to find employment or travel is an option, it is important that during those 12 months those young applicants are actively looking to further develop themselves in other areas. Volunteering, involvement in a community group or sporting club is also highly regarded. Again, it is important to note that in order to be a competitive applicant, applicants must show that they have had consistent part-time or full time employment.

It can take anywhere from 6 to 9 months to complete the 11 stages of the recruitment process. Applicants are responsible for preparing themselves for each stage. Resources are available on the police careers website, and the Police Applicant Attraction Team is more than happy to support applicants throughout the recruitment process.

A large number of applicants are unsuccessful due to a lack of preparation for the entrance exam and fitness assessment, as well as a lack of understanding of the role they have applied for. Students are encouraged to speak to Police and PSO members at their local police station or train station so that they have a greater understanding of what is expected at the Police Academy and on the job.

If an applicant is deemed unsuccessful they will be required to wait 12 months before reapplying.

Students are recommended to browse Police Career, visit the Victoria Police YouTube channel, and watch the following recruitment videos:

Federation University News

Scholarships

There is a range of scholarships offered for those considering studying at FedUni in the future and for current students both international and domestic. FedUni scholarships recognise academic excellence, overcoming adversity, community engagement and/or leadership performance.

Our High Achievers Scholarship worth up to $18,000 is granted to all eligible applicants receiving an offer of a place in 2019 thought VTAC

Ranging from minor textbook bursaries to the $35,500 IBM Professional Practice Scholarships (a combination of scholarship funds and paid employment), academic excellence scholarships in STEM, to Foundation Scholarships and Awards... the list goes on.

Find out more at:

http://federation.edu.au/current-students/starting-at-feduni/scholarships/scholarships

Remember, your application is made direct to Fed Uni, not through VTAC.

Teaching Degrees @FedUni

All applicants for teaching degrees must sit the CASPer assessment. CASPer is a requirement for many of the initial teacher training courses in Victoria. It is a non-cognitive online test designed to assess an applicant's personal and professional attributes. To register for your sitting or for further information about the assessment, visit https://takecasper.com/.

To ensure you don't miss the deadlines for each offer round check the CASPer dates here.

FedUni provides a number of pathways and options to ensure you can follow your dream and become a great teacher. Visit federation.edu.au/become-a-teacher for more information including our interactive study pathways tool.

RMIT News

RMIT Village

RMIT Village is located near Melbourne CBD. It is only a 5-minute tram ride from RMIT University and offers fully furnished, self-contained apartments to suit a range of preferences. Facilities include a student lounge, e-library, high-speed internet, heated swimming pool and a new gym (currently under construction).

RMIT Village is conveniently located for RMIT’s City campus (just a 10-minute walk) and Brunswick campus.

Applications for 2019 are open at RMIT Village.

For more information call (03) 8330 2000 or e-mail info@rmitvillageom.com.au.

Victoria University News

Preference VU for a smoother transition to university

It's preference time again and this year VU has made the transition from high school to university easier with our revolutionary First Year Model. This highly-successful way of learning sets students up for success and reduces stress by having them study one subject every four weeks, in smaller classes, with a maximum of three classes on campus per week.

Students get more one-on-one time with lecturers and more experiential learning, which prepares them for their future in the workforce. Pass rates for students studying under First Year Model 2018 increased to an average of 86.8% for Semester 1, up from average of 77% in 2017.

Read more about how VU's First Year Model works.

School for the Visitor Economy

In response to Victoria's demand for qualified tourism and hospitality graduates, Victoria University has announced its new School for the Visitor Economy.

This new cross-university school will combine courses from pre-vocational certificates delivered by Victoria University Polytechnic, through to degrees and PhDs from Victoria University.

Find out more at School for the Visitor Economy.

https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/our-teaching-colleges-schools/visitor-economy

New Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership

We're excited to announce VU's new Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership - the first of its kind in Australia! This new course addresses the needs of the entire outdoor sector and offers practical, work-integrated-learning opportunities and paid internships, which could lead to a job offer.

Delivered at a Melbourne-based location, this course covers everything students need for a career in outdoor leadership.

Read more about the Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership course.

https://www.vu.edu.au/courses/bachelor-of-outdoor-leadership-sbol

Meet law graduate Ante Sentic

Ante Sentc originally planned on a career with Victoria Police and chose to study law as a pathway to that.

During his law degree Ante was offered a number of unique internships including with the Magistrates' Court Program, the County Court Program, Brimbank-Melton Community Legal Centre, Sunshine Youth Legal Centre and Victoria Police Prosecutions. The hands-on experience he gained from working with actual clients and being mentored by experts was instrumental to his success.

When he graduated in 2016 Ante was offered a graduate lawyer position at Hall & Wilcox Lawyers, where he is currently working.

Read more about Ante's success story.

VFA Learning News

The VFA Learning Open Day will be held on Saturday 13 October, so now is the time to let Year 12’s know about this great opportunity to learn about starting a rewarding career in Fitness and Sport, Remedial Massage and Myotherapy, and Early Childhood Education and Care.

Students will learn more about industry, Diploma study options and also how to pathway into a Degree, often with credits with Deakin or Federation Universities.

La Trobe University News

OPPORTUNITY BECKONS: VCE PLUS

Students enrolled in VCE Plus choose a pair of first year university subjects to study whilst completing Year 12 (one subject per semester). The program is offered at all La Trobe campuses and subjects are delivered online, face‑to‑face, or a combination of both.

VCE Plus students have an outstanding opportunity to experience life at La Trobe, receive a contribution to the calculation of their ATAR, and challenge themselves academically – we’ve had hundreds of students achieve success through the program.

VCE Plus applications for 2019 close on Friday 23 November.

Find out more about how it works along with the range of study options available, including Arts, Social Sciences and Commerce subjects, as well as Science, Health and Engineering.

If you’d like someone from La Trobe to come to your school to discuss VCE Plus with your students before applications close, submit a request through our website now.

SCHOLARSHIPS ARE HEATING UP

At the time of writing, there are still over $200,000 worth of scholarships up for grabs at La Trobe, and more opportunities are being added to our website. Every year, a number of scholarships go unallocated, so we highly recommend encouraging your students to apply for every scholarship they’re eligible for. Here are some highlights:

La Trobe Vice Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarships

We’re offering up to 60 scholarships for students with high ATARs, valued at $5,000 per year for up to four years. No application is needed, simply list La Trobe as a course preference through VTAC and achieve a minimum ATAR of 80 to be considered. Scholarships are offered to students with the highest ATAR across seven different course subject areas.

La Trobe Access Scholarships

Up to 100 scholarships every year are provided to students experiencing disadvantage. These are valued at $3,000 per year for the duration of your course and there is no minimum ATAR requirement. Applications are through VTAC.

STEM scholarships

Students wishing to study computer science, information technology, engineering or cybersecurity have access to a number of STEM scholarships which have been added recently. See the website for details.

Tips for applying to scholarships:

Treat scholarships like job applications – ensure you present yourself well and include all required documentation
If you’ve applied for scholarships via VTAC you’ll only be considered for all the La Trobe scholarships offered through VTAC. Direct application scholarships are handled separately
Ask questions if you’re unsure – email scholarships@latrobe.edu.au

ABBTF News

50 Bricklayers in Vic needing good candidates to start an apprenticeship

GET YOUR FUTURE FREEDOM

FREE bricklaying work ready program for school leavers, jobseekers or career change candidates

The Australian Brick & Blocklaying Training Foundation (ABBTF) is nationally known and recognised as a trusted partner and preeminent organisation for the placement of brick and blocklaying apprentices.

Get involved in our Work-Ready Program LEARN MORE>

ABBTF runs a Free 4-Day Work Ready Program designed to make jobseekers work-ready.

Get a taste for a career in the building industry by attending one of our upcoming Work Ready Programs.

Great opportunity to learn general trowel skills & laying bricks, how to build brick walls, basic tool use and more.

Berwick: Chisholm TAFE

3 December – 6 December (Four day)

ABBTF aims to carefully select and match new apprentices with the right employer.

University of New South Wales News

Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE)

Are you interested in studying a cross-disciplinary degree and exploring current and future global challenges?

UNSW is introducing the Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE). It includes courses that enable students to explore the synergies and tensions between these three disciplines, and to assess their relevance to meet humanity's most pressing issues. Students enrolling in this course will study with a cohort of like-minded, high-achieving and critically thinking students who aspire to be leaders and contribute to positive social change.

PPE graduates are sought after globally for careers in politics and public policy development, including the highest reaches of government and the public service. Help them start their leadership career today.

Find out more about this course at Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) - https://www.arts.unsw.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate/degrees/bachelor-of-politics-philosophy-and-economics/

Navitas College of Public Safety (NCPS)

Navitas College of Public Safety (NCPS) is a private college that offers a Bachelor of Criminology and Justice degree.

The Bachelor of Criminology and Justice covers a broad range of topics, such as criminology, criminal psychology, criminal law and procedure, law enforcement, corrections and justice related issues. In this course students receive a comprehensive, theoretical education in each of these areas – from learning why people commit crimes to understanding the importance of ethics and legal processes.

Visit Navitas College of Public Safety (NCPS) to find out more!

http://www.ncps.edu.au/

VCE Extension Studies in 2019

Deakin University – Deakin Accelerate

Deakin Accelerate is a distinctive VCE higher education program that allows students to study two first-year university subjects during Year 12. Studying one subject per trimester, this selective program gives students a head-start into university studies and also provides a potential boost to their all-important ATAR score.

Besides the challenge of taking on a university subject, this subject will also count as part of the VCE and contribute towards the ATAR as the fifth or sixth subject. There are no tuition fees for Deakin Accelerate.

Find out more, including the subjects on offer, at Deakin Accelerate

La Trobe University - VCE Plus Program

VCE Plus is an opportunity for high achieving Year 11 VCE students to complete a pair of first-year university subjects in their Year 12 and have them recognised as part of their VCE. Students enrolled in VCE Plus choose one subject per semester. VCE Plus is offered at all La Trobe campuses and subjects are delivered online, face-to-face, or a combination of both. There are fees associated with the VCE Plus Program.

Find out more, including the subjects on offer at VCE Plus Program

Monash University - Extension Studies

Monash Extension Studies allows high achieving Year 12 students to get a taste of university before finishing school - and be rewarded for it. Students complete a pair of first year university subjects as part of their final year school studies, allowing them to extend and enhance their learning in an area of interest. Students also received credit towards their ATAR. There will be fees associated with the Extension Studies Program.

Find out more, including the subjects on offer, at Extension Studies

RMIT University – VCE Extension

RMIT’s VCE Extension allows Year 12 students to undertake university subjects while completing their VCE. These courses are VCAA-accredited towards VCE results and students may be eligible for credit in a related RMIT program.

Students will get a taste of university life, they attend lectures and study on campus with full access to all the services and facilities enjoyed by RMIT students. VCE Extension subjects are taught at the City campus and are counted towards students VCE and provide a boost to their ATAR. RMIT charges no fees for RMIT Extension courses.

Find out more, including the subjects on offer, at VCE Extension

University of Melbourne – Extension Program

The Extension Program is an opportunity for high achieving Year 12 students to study a university subject whilst at school which counts towards their ATAR, as well as experience university life. The University of Melbourne does not charge any fees for participation in the Extension Program. However, some School Centres where an Extension subject is taught may charge a reasonable fee to cover teaching and administrative costs.

Find out more, including the subjects on offer, at Extension Program

Swinburne University News

Courses with Real World Experience

The Bachelor of Accounting & Information Systems (BAIS) and Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) are both industry scholarship courses that include two 20-week placements. Professional development opportunities, such as workshops and networking, are also embedded in the BAIS, enabling students to connect and interact with professionals. Students receive an industry-funded scholarship totalling approximately $40,000, which is paid over the duration of the course.

The VCE prerequisite for the BAIS is Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in English (or equivalent) or 30 in English (EAL).

The VCE prerequisites for the BIT are Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in English (or equivalent) or 30 in English (EAL); and Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any Mathematics.

Application for either of these courses must be made through VTAC.

Students keen on finding out more are encouraged to visit Bachelor of Accounting & Information Systems (BAIS) and Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT)

MathsLink

Swinburne University offers a maths bridging program called MathsLink.

MathsLink: Methods is a bridging program for students needing VCE Units 3 and 4 of Mathematical Methods to study at Swinburne.

Mathematical Methods is a prerequisite for many bachelor degrees in aviation, engineering, and information and communication technology. This bridging program is designed to help students who have not studied Mathematical Methods as part of their VCE to meet the prerequisite for entry into their chosen course.

MathsLink: Methods is taught predominantly online, however there are three day sessions that students must attend during Summer Term:

Wednesday 2 January 2019, 9:30am – 4:30pm
Thursday 24 January 2019, 9:30am – 4:30pm
Thursday 7 February 2019, 9:30am – 4:30pm

MathsLink: Methods incurs a one-off $400 fee**, payable within the time frame as specified in the Swinburne University of Technology Academic Dates.

** refundable if enrol in a course at Swinburne

On successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to make a direct application to Swinburne University for entry in 2019. Applications for MathsLink: Methods close Tuesday 18 December 2018.

Find out more at Maths Link Bridging Program: Methods

University of Tasmania

Bachelor of Medical Research

Students who have an interest in the human body, health and disease – and more importantly, expanding what we know about them – may find the Bachelor of Medical Research the perfect course to study. The Bachelor of Medical Research is a 3-year program taught at the Hobart campus of the University of Tasmania. The course prepares students for careers in medical research by providing an understanding of the structure and function of healthy human cells, tissues, organs and systems, as well as of the abnormal genetic, cellular and systemic changes that characterise human diseases and conditions.

Students are able to select options that prepare them for careers or further studies in a range of specialties such as biochemistry, pathology, neuroscience, genetics, pharmacology and other areas of medical research and medical science. The degree also emphasises the acquisition of research skills and students will have exposure throughout the degree to scientists actively involved in medical research.

Importantly, from 2019 onwards, the Bachelor of Medical Research at the University of Tasmania will be the sole entry point into the Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery for tertiary applicants.

To find out more visit Bachelor of Medical Research

Introduction to Actuarial Science

The Australian National University (ANU) is running a special version of its popular Introduction to Actuarial Science course for Year 11/12 students in Australia over a flexible time period within Term 4 2018 to Term 1 2019. The course is a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) and is FREE for all students.

Click here for more information and to register interest

VACC Auto Apprenticeships

VACC Auto Apprenticeships department are recruiting for 2018/ 19 intake now!

There are many full time and school based apprenticeships available in the following trades:

Light Vehicle
Heavy Vehicle
Spare Parts
Panel Beating
Spray Painting
Motorcycle
Engine Reconditioning
Auto Electrical
Mobile Plant
& many more!

If you have any interested applicants, please direct them to our website www.autoapprenticeships.com.au where they can apply.

Job Pathways Charts

Students are encouraged to browse the following link for excellent example of potential career pathways that can begin with an Australian Apprenticeship - Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

General Information

Attendance Guidance for parents