Year 12 Students

EARLY ENTRY PROGRAMS

Early entry programs enable universities to make course offers to Year 12 students based on factors other than just the ATAR. You can apply for as many early entry programs as you like, and most course offers can be deferred.

Year 12 students are encouraged to meet with their career adviser to map out the best early entry programs to apply for based on their course interests.

For example, John is interesting in studying nursing at university. The following Victorian universities offer early entry for nursing:

Victoria University

La Trobe University

Australian Catholic University

Federation University.

Charles Sturt University

CQUniversity (online)

He may also be eligible for the following two access programs:

Monash University Guarantee Program

RMIT University SNAP program.

John will need to carefully plan for the following:

Application dates

Application process for each program

VTAC application

SEAS application

And organise (if relevant)

School recommendation form

Year 11 academic reports

The following universities have early entry programs open:

Victoria

Swinburne University

RMIT University

La Trobe University

Federation University

CQUniversity

SAE Creative Media Institute

NSW

University of New England

Charles Sturt University

Southern Cross University

CQUniversity

SAE Creative Media Institute

Canberra

Australian National University

Download early entry guides via https://slmcareerresources.edublogs.org/

ADF GAP YEAR

Current Year 12 students can apply for a 12-month position in the Air Force, Army or Navy to begin in 2024. To explore options and start your application, visit https://bit.ly/2uW1hzI

AUSTRALIAN FEDERAL POLICE

2024 Directions Program

Applications are open for the 2024 Directions Program, an integrated 12-month employment and development program for people of First Nations background. Successful applicants will get to work in a variety of roles including canines, investigations, media, cyber security, intelligence and more.

The program is open to First Nations individuals aged 18 or older, with applications closing Sunday 28 May 2023, https://bit.ly/42IE6VW

MEDICINE, DENTISTRY, ORAL HEALTH

Year 12 students who are planning to sit the UCAT ANZ have until Wednesday 17 May to register for the test, www.ucat.edu.au

HIGH ACHIEVER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

University of Technology Sydney

The University of Technology Sydney co-op scholarship program is now open for the Women in IT and Engineering, Bachelor of Accounting, and Bachelor of Information Technology for the 2024 intake. For information on the programs and to apply, go to www.uts.edu.au/study/scholarships

University of NSW (UNSW)

The UNSW Co-op Scholarship program is now open for high achieving students who plan to study in 2024 at the University of NSW. The scholarships are worth almost $20,000 per year, www.coop.unsw.edu.au

You can watch videos showcasing Co-op Scholarship alumni via https://bit.ly/3fbrjnA

DIGITAL APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM

Year 12 students can apply for the Australian Government Digital Apprenticeship program for the 2024 intake. Visit: https://careernews.click/digital to check for application dates when they are available.

DEFENCE CIVILIAN UNDERGRADUATE SPONSORSHIP

See page 3 of this document under the heading ‘National Security Careers’.

Year 11 Students

NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE FORUM (NYSF)

In Year 11? Love STEM? Want to engage in a life changing experience? You should consider applying for the NYSF.

This is a two-week on-site and digital program where students are immersed in hands-on science activities, lab experiments, field trips and meet researchers who are leaders in their field.

In-person STEM visit days and events will be held at major city hubs across the country, enabling students to meet each other and network with like-minded peers.

A continuous program of digital events will run alongside the in-person events meaning the program is accessible to all.

The program will be held during January 2024. Applications close Friday 1 July. For more information and to apply go to www.nysf.edu.au

Year 9 - 12 Students

THE VICTORIAN INDIGENOUS ENGINEERING WINTER SCHOOL

The Victorian Indigenous Engineering Winter School (VIEWS) is an exciting program for Year 10 - 12 Indigenous students from across Australia who are interested in STEM and engineering. The residential program will run in Melbourne between 1 – 8 July 2023. For information and to apply for this program, visit

https://careernews.click/ee9762

WORK EXPERIENCE REMINDERS

The following organisations are offering work experience:

CitiPower and Powercorp (Year 10 – 12)

Electrical Engineering, IT and Electrical Trades

For female-identifying and non-binary students

http://bit.ly/3yXK1tm

Swinburne University (Year 9 & 10)

Astronomy & Astrophysics

https://bit.ly/405prmN

Australian Defence Force (Year 10 – 12)

There are many exciting roles available,

http://bit.ly/3DaOThp

THE SANTOS SCIENCE EXPERIENCE

Year 9 and 10 students are welcome to apply for amazing science programs running at different locations across Victoria, NSW and Canberra. These events are not to be missed. Research dates and locations via www.scienceexperience.com.au

SHECOMMERCE

Female and non-binary students in Years 9 – 12 are invited to apply for the sheCommerce program at The University of Melbourne. There are 40 places available for students who are passionate about leadership and business. Applications close 21 May, https://fbe.unimelb.edu.au/shecommerce

All Students

EXPLORE YOUR GLOBAL UNIVERSITY OPTIONS

Are you interested in learning about universities from around the world? Crimson Education has developed a YouTube channel that profiles global universities. You can access the channel at https://bit.ly/2qcWRiX

RESEARCH TAFE & UNIVERSITY COURSES

TERTIARY ADMISSION CENTRES

State-based Tertiary Admission Centres process course applications on behalf of universities, some TAFE institutes, and some private providers. You can research courses, prerequisites, selection criteria and ATAR profiles for the 2023 intake.

Courses for the 2024 intake will be updated mid-year but you can use the current information as a guide. Websites are listed below.

AUSTRALIA WIDE SEARCH

Course Seeker is a fantastic website that enables students to explore courses for each state in the one website. You can research courses, prerequisites, selection criteria and ATAR profiles for the 2023 intake. Information for the 2024 intake will be updated soon,

www.courseseeker.edu.au/

TAFE

MySkills is the national directory of vocational education (VET) organisations and courses. You can search for courses or occupations and use a location search.

You can also browse courses and occupations by industries such as health & community services, manufacturing & engineering, and arts & culture. www.myskills.gov.au

Victoria/NSW/Canberra

Victoria Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC)

www.vtac.edu.au

Universities Admissions Centre (UAC)

www.uac.edu.au

Tasmania/Sth Australia & Northern Territory

University of Tasmania: www.utas.edu.au

South Australia Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC): www.satac.edu.au

Queensland

Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC)

www.qtac.edu.au

Western Australia

Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC)

www.tisc.edu.au

MATHS CAREERS

Are you a maths enthusiast looking for an exciting career? Employers across a variety of industries are searching for individuals with analytical and problem-solving abilities to make sense of complex information and drive business success.

From finance and economics to healthcare and engineering, with a maths degree, you'll enjoy competitive salaries and a wealth of career opportunities. Don't wait - invest in your future and set yourself up for a successful and fulfilling career in the exciting world of maths!

The following are fantastic maths career websites:

Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute https://careers.amsi.org.au/

CSIRO – what can you do with maths? https://blog.csiro.au/mathematics-careers/

Refraction Media – Careers with Maths https://careerswithstem.com.au/read-it-here/

Myfuture – Maths Careers Bullseye, https://myfuture.edu.au/

MOTORSPORTS

Looking for a career that's fast paced and adrenaline-fueled? Consider a career in motorsports! From vehicle mechanics to driving, there are a variety of exciting opportunities in this industry. Get ready to live life in the fast lane and pursue your passion for speed and competition.

The following two institutes offer motorsports courses in Victoria:

Automotive Centre of Excellence

Kangan Institute

Melbourne Docklands, Victoria

www.kangan.edu.au

Motorsports Training Australia

Wodonga Institute of TAFE

Wodonga, Victoria

www.wodongatafe.edu.au

CAREERS IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Monash University

Are you interested in IT, but not sure which course to choose? The Monash University ‘Find My FIT’ quiz is a fun way to discover which IT course is your best fit, from data science to games development, https://bit.ly/3513fmt

Careers Foundation

This amazing website features an interactive

ICT career wheel. Occupations are broken down into the following sections:

Digital Design

Marketing

Secutiry

Indutry

Softwre

Hardware

Content

www.careersfoundation.com.au

NATIONAL SECURITY CAREERS

The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) defends Australia from global threats and advances the national interest by providing foreign signals intelligence, cyber security and offensive cyber operations, as directed by the Australian Government. You can work for ASD through university or apprenticeship pathways, www.asd.gov.au/careers

ASD Cyber Security & Robotics Work Experience

Applications are now open for this incredible program running at the Australian Cyber Security Centre, Brindabella Park, Canberra. Year 11 and 12 students are welcome to apply as well as high achieving Year 10 students. For information on this unique opportunity visit https://careernews.click/cyber

Defence Civilian Undergraduate Sponsorship

ASD sponsors computer science or cyber security degrees through the Defence Civilian Undergraduate Sponsorship program. The program is in partnership with the University of NSW, Canberra, and the Australian Defence Force Academy. The sponsorship provides financial contributions towards your studies, and work placements at ASD https://bit.ly/3Bbz0Wk

NATURAL HEALTH COURSES

Do you have a passion for wellness? A career in natural health might be just what you're looking for! With opportunities in fields like acupuncture and nutrition, you can help people heal and live their best lives. Natural health careers offer a fulfilling and exciting way to make a real difference in the world. The following two colleges are located in the Melbourne area:

Endeavour College of Natural Health

Courses: Acupuncture Therapies, Massage, Naturopathy, Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine, Chinese Medicine, and Complementary Medicine, www.endeavour.edu.au

Southern School of Natural Therapies

Courses: Health Science, Clinical Nutrition, Chinese Medicine, Western Herbal Medicine, and Naturopathy. The School is part of Torrens University & Think Education www.ssnt.edu.au

CAREERS WITH THE AUSTRALIAN FEDERAL POLICE (AFP)

A career with the AFP can lead to working with the community, across the country or around the globe.

Whether in a non-policing support role, investigating transnational crime, combatting terrorism and people smuggling, investigating crimes against the ACT community and patrolling its city and suburban streets, providing high visibility protection to commonwealth infrastructure sites and establishments, or heading overseas to liaison posts or capacity building missions, you'll be on the frontline, contributing to keeping the Australian community safe.

There are three main employment pathways:

*Entry Level Sworn Recruit

*Lateral Police Recruit

*Professional (Non-Policing) Role

Recruitment requirements:

Visit the Application and Recruitment Process page for detailed requirement information, www.afp.gov.au/careers

APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINEESHIPS

Apprenticeships and traineeships are the ultimate win-win. Not only will you get paid while learning and avoid the burden of student debt, but you will gain practical skills, on-the-job experience, and a portable qualification that can lead to a successful career.

Forget about the traditional classroom setting, apprenticeships and traineeships offer an exciting hands-on learning experience. Plus, they open doors to a range of industries and job opportunities, from trades and construction to healthcare and hospitality.

So, if you're looking for a rewarding and dynamic career path, don't hesitate to choose apprenticeships or traineeships as your ticket to success.

Australian Apprenticeship Pathways

If you’re keen to learn about apprenticeships and traineeships, Australian Apprenticeship Pathways is an excellent website to explore. You can undertake apprenticeship aptitude tests, find local apprenticeship and group training centres, and learn about different trade occupations, www.aapathways.com.au/

CAREERS IN SPORT

My Career Match has developed an excellent 3-page guide to careers in sport. You can download the resource at this link -https://bit.ly/2UwkqB8

HOW PETER’S LIFE WAS SAVED BY A PODIATRIST

The University of Newcastle has released a story about a man named Peter whose life was saved by a visit to their podiatry students. Podiatrists play a critical role in early prevention and detection of significant lower limb pathologies. By examining the foot and lower limb, podiatrists can identify potential issues before they become serious problems.

Read this amazing story and learn about the life saving skills of podiatrists via https://bit.ly/3HVEsQM

Download information on podiatry courses via https://slmcareerresources.edublogs.org/

Upcoming Career Events

One of the best ways to develop ideas for occupations and courses is to participate in career events. Check the Career Newsletter for upcoming events and join social media accounts for any higher education provider or training institute you are currently interested in to ensure you are up to date with events. The following are events you may be interested in.

VICTORIAN CAREERS SHOW

This major event provides a fantastic opportunity for students and their families to speak to representatives from a huge range of tertiary providers. You can get information on:

Tertiary study, university, TAFE and training courses
Career advice
Study advice
Employment advice and opportunities
Apprenticeship and traineeship advice
International exchange and gap year programs
How to choose Year 10 subjects

Date: Thursday 18 - Saturday 20 May

Venue: Exhibition Pavilion 1, Melbourne Show Grounds, Ascot Vale.

www.victoriancareersshow.com.au

THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE

Focus on Melbourne

The University of Melbourne is hosting the following course information seminars for prospective students in May and June.

May

23 Agriculture

23 Music

29 Information Technology

29 Arts

30 Biomedicine

31 Commerce

June

5	Law
6	Engineering
7	Design
7	Education
8	Fine Arts
8	Science

For information and to RSVP, visit https://careernews.click/focusonmelb

CREATIVE INSTITUTES – OPEN DAYS

Discover your passion and unleash your creativity at upcoming open days for the following creative media institutes! Explore courses in study areas like music, design, media, marketing and more. Meet industry professionals, tour facilities, and learn how you can turn your passion into a fulfilling career.

Collarts

Collarts is a private institute that offers a wide range of creative media courses such as Animation, Comedy, Design, Film, Music, and Fashion Marketing. The institute is running an Open Day at their Melbourne campus on Saturday 13 May. An online open day will run on Wednesday 17 May

www.collarts.edu.au/open-day

Academy of Interactive Entertainment

The Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) has several campuses across Australia.

The Academy is running an Open Day for prospective students on Saturday 13 May 2023. You will discover courses designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation, film, and visual effects. For information, visit https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/open-day/

JMC Academy

JMC has several campuses across Australia. The Academy offers a wide range of creative media courses such as acting, animation, audio, music performance and production, design, film, entertainment business management, game design, and songwriting. An Open Day is running at their Melbourne campus on Saturday 27 May, www.jmcacademy.edu.au

Australian Institute of Music (AIM)

AIM is a private institute that offers university courses in music, entertainment management, arts management, composition, creative technology (audio), music performance, music theatre and musicology. The Institute is running an information evening at their Melbourne campus on Tuesday 16 May, 5.30pm – 8pm, https://aim.edu.au/events

AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE FORCE

You can find out about careers in the Australian Defence Force through participating in free information sessions. There are sessions running at various locations across Victoria and NSW and online sessions. Examples of sessions include:

11 Trade Careers Information Session

16 Health Careers Information Session

17 ADFA Careers Information Session

www.defencejobs.gov.au/events

AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY (ACU)

Talk with Industry Series

ACU is running an online ‘Talk with Industry Series’ event on 27 May: Talk with Business & IT Professions. You will hear from ACU alumni about their professional experiences after completing a business or IT degree The session will be held between 6 – 7pm, www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/

ACU Entry Pathways for Year 12 Students (Webinar)

ACU has a range of pathways and entry programs available to Year 12 students. In this webinar, the ACU Future Students team will explain the various options and the eligibility criteria for each one, and you’ll hear from current students about their journeys. The webinar will be held on Tuesday 23 May, www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/

VICTORIA POLICE

Learn about careers in the Victoria Police at an information session. An online session is being run on Tuesday 16 May https://careernews.click/police

TECH AND TRADES EXPO

RMIT is hosting a free Tech and Trades Experience Day for Years 10, 11 and 12 students and their parents / guardians on 29 June at the Melbourne campus. Students can experience hands-on workshops from various fields in Future Technologies and Trades to gain practical knowledge, tour facilities, and interact with teachers, current students and industry. Register for the event via www.rmit.edu.au/events

MONASH UNIVERSITY

Discover Events

The following 'Discover' events will be held in May. Some events will be held online, others will be held on campus, www.monash.edu/discover/events

11 Science

11 Bachelor of Arts

11 Fine Art & Curating

16 Radiation Sciences, Radiography & Medical Imaging

17 Psychology, Health Sciences & Public Health

24 Information Technology

25 Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Paramedicine

25 Media Communications

29 Education: Clayton

30 Education: Peninsula

31 Engineering

Access Monash

The following events will be held online in May https://bit.ly/3kVijtH

11 Nursing, midwifery & health sciences student panel

16 Medicine & biomedicine student panel

18 Regional Student experience - finances & accommodation

23 Business & economics student panel

24 Science student panel

26 Engineering student panel

THE HOTEL SCHOOL MELBOURNE

The Hotel School is an institute that offers courses in hotel management, tourism management and international hotel management. The School is running an Open Campus event for prospective students at the Melbourne campus on Saturday 3 June https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/

OVERSEAS STUDENT EXCHANGE

If you are interested in participating in an overseas exchange program or would like to find out about becoming a host family, World Education Program (WEP) is running several online information seminars for prospective students https://wep.org.au/

FREE WEBINAR

How Maths + X = your dream career

Join this free webinar on Wednesday 24 May to explore how you can combine a maths degree with your ‘X’, which is your passion, another area or a big goal, for example – Maths + health. You will meet some maths stars who are changing the world with maths and data! Register via https://bit.ly/3AuBrCS

ENGINEERING & IT WEBINARS

University of Technology Sydney

The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is running a series of exciting webinars in May, showcasing their amazing engineering and IT degrees and scholarships. These webinars are suitable for any student interested in these career areas, even if they aren’t planning to study at UTS, as they will contain industry relevant information https://bit.ly/41llnyp

15 Electrical & Electronic Engineering

16 Bachelor of Information Systems

17 Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence

18 Software Engineering

22 Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering

23 Women in Engineering & IT scholarships

24 Flexible Engineering

25 Bachelor of Cyber Security

30 Chemical Process Engineering

31 Renewable Energy Engineering

REGIONAL SUPPLY CHAIN & LOGISTICS

Students are invited to participate in a webinar on careers in regional supply chain and logistics. You will hear from some of the biggest regional employers and their workers about exciting advancements and opportunities in this growth industry. Too view dates and register, visit https://bit.ly/42oFWvk

ENVIRONMENT & AGRICULTURE

Charles Sturt University is running an online information session on their amazing environmental science and agriculture courses. The session will be held on Friday 30 May between 6pm – 7.30pm. To register your place, visit https://bit.ly/3nRHz5B

Careers Team

Careers Leader – Natasha Boyko

Neighbourhood 1 Biyala – Susan Barr

Neighbourhood 2 Dharnya – Greg Bristol

Neighbourhood 3 Bayuna – Dan Watson

Partnerships Manager – Mary-Ann Linehan

Industry Engagement Priority Cohorts Coordinator Colleen Wilkinson

Parent Guide to Career Advice

Thursday 25 May: Parent are invited to a local labour market information session, to help them have career conversations with their children.

This is a very informative session explaining local employment and trends:

https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1059459