Careers News 

Compass Career News 

Here's a summary of the latest Career News updates with the full Careers Newsletter below.

Items in the 21 July 2023 Career News – 

• Dates to Diarise in Term 3        
• Komatsu's Apprentice Program
• A New Pathway to Medicine at University of Southern Queensland
• Spotlight on Studying Medicine at the University of Queensland
• New Climate Change Major offered in various degrees at La Trobe University
• Certificate IV in Cyber Security at Box Hill Institute
• Accounting Degrees in Victoria in 2023  
• Banking and Finance Degrees in Victoria in 2023
• Snapshot of Monash University in 2023
• Snapshot of Monash University – Peninsula Campus in 2023

VTAC applications open on 31 July for current Year 12s

The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) opens for applications from current Year 12s on 31 July. We will be running an assembly for Year 12 students on 3 August to guide them through setting up a VTAC account and the VTAC course application process. Important information about tertiary applications (Victorian and interstate) is being shared by me with Year 12s in the Class of 2023 Careers channel on Teams – it is essential that Year 12s regularly check and carefully read the posts in this channel to stay informed and updated. As a qualified and registered Career Practitioner, I also provide advice and support to students on tertiary study and career pathways via one-on-one Careers counselling sessions – it is compulsory for every Year 12 to have at least one appointment with me this year to discuss their post-high school goals and students are to book a time to meet with me using the Careers Advisor appt tab at the top of the Careers channel on Teams. 

VTAC Year 12 Guide – Researching courses and applying in 2023

VTAC’s online Year 12 Guide provides helpful information on researching and applying to tertiary courses to assist students in preparing for making an application, including this Quick Reference guide for Year 12 students and the VTAC Tertiary research guide containing detailed information on researching future study options.

VTAC information webinars for students and parents

VTAC will be running free webinars to assist both applicants and the school community in understanding various topics relevant to making a VTAC application. Those supporting a Year 12 student during the VTAC application period are encouraged to attend and can find a list of available webinars including links to register below and on the VTAC website here: www.vtac.edu.au/events

Tertiary Open Days running from end of July through to early September

Attending Open Day events is a must for prospective tertiary students and their families as they provide unique and valuable opportunities to explore tertiary course options, learn more about courses of interest from academics and current students, whilst checking out the tertiary institution's facilities and services. Any student considering tertiary study in the next few years are encouraged to attend Open days – they are a great investment of your time and preparing beforehand will see you benefit the most from your Open day experience. See the below document for a list of 2023 Open Days with advice on Getting the most out of an Open Day.

Applications open for early offers to 2024 courses at University of Tasmania (UTAS)

The University of Tasmania's Schools Recommendation Program allows Australian year 12 students to apply for up to five courses and receive a conditional offer before their final results are released. Rather than an ATAR, the application is based on a school recommendation and the student’s Year 11 results. The program is open for applications to most courses offered at UTAS, including flexible double degrees, undergraduate degrees, and associate degrees, and students can select up to 5 course preferences as part of this program. Learn more about What courses are not part of the Program and how to apply to these courses. There are multiple application rounds and applications can be submitted right up to 6 October 2023. Refer to the 2023 Key Dates document and note that students who apply by 31 July will get an offer in the main round. Applicants will be notified of their success after UTAS has received the recommendation from their school. Find out more by visiting UTAS Schools Recommendation Program.

Bond University early offer program 

Bond’s Year 12 Early Guaranteed Offer Scheme helps students to navigate their pathway to university. Eligible students can receive an offer to study at Bond in 2024 before final ATAR results are released, providing certainty about their future study options. Applications will be assessed based on first semester Year 12 and full Year 11 results. Early offers are conditional on the completion of Year 12 and meeting any subject prerequisite requirements for your program. Learn more about Bond’s Year 12 early offers for 2024 hereand note that Bond's Medical Program is excluded from these revised entry requirements. Students interested in applying are encouraged to use these application tips and check out Bond's range of Scholarships.

Applications to study at NIDA in 2024 now open

The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) offers an unmatched range and depth of industry-relevant training across performing arts disciplines including undergraduate and diploma courses in: acting, costume, design, make-up, musical theatre, props, scenic construction, technical theatre and stage management. The Institute’s international networks and deep industry links ensures graduates are employable to enjoy successful careers in theatre, dance and opera companies, festivals and events, film, television and games production. NIDA's main campus is located in Kensington, Sydney and applications are made directly to NIDA. Find out more about the application requirements and process here: www.nida.edu.au/study/students/how-to-apply 

2024 Pinnacle Foundation Scholarship applications open

The Pinnacle Foundation is a national charity that provides Scholarships and mentoring to LGBTQIA+ students between the ages of 18-27 (in year receiving scholarship) who are planning to study full-time at a public institution of higher education in Australia, for the purpose of gaining an educational or vocational qualification in any profession, trade or the arts. Applications close 1 September 2023. To apply for a Pinnacle Foundation scholarship students will need to meet the eligibility criteria and then complete the online application demonstrating desirable scholar attributes. To find out more about the selection process and how to apply go here and watch the Scholarship application information video 2024.

Clarissa Jacques RPCDP

Careers & Pathways Coordinator