Careers and Pathways

Monash University Entry Schemes

At Monash, we know that a student’s ATAR might not accurately reflect their ability. Life can be a bumpy road, and there are all sorts of circumstances that can get in the way of a student’s academic achievement.

We operate two schemes – the Monash Guarantee and the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) – that can help students enter their preferred course, even if their ATAR is below the lowest selection rank.

By having two schemes, Monash wants to create a level playing field for everyone who aspires to an exceptional education.  By operating both schemes, Monash can also help as many students as possible reach their full potential.

Students do not have to choose between the two schemes – depending on their situation and background, they could be eligible for one or both.

The Monash Guarantee

The Monash Guarantee can get a student into a Monash course even if they do not reach the course’s lowest selection rank.  Students could be eligible for the Monash Guarantee if they:

• have experienced financial disadvantage
• live in a low socio-economic area
• are an Indigenous Australian
• attend a Monash list under-represented school

Every Monash undergraduate degree has a Monash Guarantee ATAR, which is lower than the expected selection rank for that course.  For most courses, if a student meets the eligibility criteria, achieves the Monash Guarantee ATAR (starting at 70.00), and completes all course prerequisites, they will be eligible for a place at Monash.  To be considered for the Monash Guarantee, Year 12 students must submit a VTAC course application, complete a Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) application including any required documentation, and complete a VTAC Scholarship application.

Find out more at The Monash Guarantee

Guaranteed Entry Scheme at The University of Melbourne

The University of Melbourne offers four types of guaranteed entry pathways to its professional entry graduate courses.  For each pathway, students must enrol in an undergraduate degree at the University of Melbourne to be eligible.  A guaranteed entry is available for most graduate degrees, depending on the ATAR a student achieves:

Find out more at Guaranteed Entry to Graduate Degrees and Graduate Degree Packages to learn more.

ACCESS MELBOURNE

Access Melbourne is special entry and access scheme offered by the University of Melbourne to domestic students.  By applying through Access Melbourne, students can be assured that any circumstances that have affected their education will be considered when the university assesses their Year 12 results.  Access Melbourne can assist eligible students to enter a course even if their ATAR is below the lowest selection ranked ATAR and to also be considered for a scholarship.

Year 12 students can apply using one or more of the following categories:

• Disadvantaged financial background
• Applicants from rural or isolated areas
• Under-represented school
• Difficult circumstances
• Disability or medical condition
• Non-English-speaking background
• Recognition as an Indigenous Australian

Access Melbourne categories that provide a guaranteed entry are: 

• Disadvantaged financial background
• Applicants from rural or isolated areas

Students eligible to apply as a rural or financially disadvantaged student, and meet course prerequisites, may apply for guaranteed entry to the University of Melbourne with an:

• ATAR of 76.00 for a place in Arts, Design or Science
• ATAR of 82.00 for a place a place in Commerce
• ATAR of 88.00 for a place a place in Biomedicine
   

The University now also offers guarantees for Indigenous students who meet course prerequisites and apply with an ATAR of:

• 50.00 Arts (Extended)
• 55.00 Science (Extended)*
• 70.00 Design
• 75.00 Science
• 75.00 Arts
• 75.00 Commerce
• 85.00 Biomedicine

*Applicants for guaranteed entry to the Bachelor of Science (Extended) also require a study score of 25 in at least one of: VCE unit 3/4 Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Further Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics, or equivalent

Even if a student's ATAR falls below these levels, they may still be considered for a place.  To apply for the Access Melbourne scheme, students must make use of the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) application on the VTAC website. There are also several Melbourne Access scholarships available through the University's scholarships program, so students are encouraged to browse Melbourne Access Scholarships.  

Visit Access Melbourne to find out more. 

MEGT Apprenticeships and Employment

MEGT is an Australian not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting local employers, apprentices, trainees, job seekers and students for over 35 years. Our experienced local consultants work across every state in Australia, and in the ACT helping Aussie businesses, apprentices and trainees get the most from the Australian Apprenticeships programme.MEGT has over 35 years of experience in matching job seekers and employers, and they have a higher than the national average apprenticeship completion rate.

MEGT has a Career Hub packed full with tools and information for potential apprentices and trainees, and students considering an apprenticeship or traineeship are encouraged to register on the Career Hub and receive support in searching for an apprenticeship or traineeship.  Once registered, job seekers have access to a range of tools and information to assist them in their search for an apprenticeship or traineeship, including our Career Quiz, Skills Assessment, and job seeker toolkit. The Career Hub Team will chat with job seekers about any questions they might have about becoming an apprentice or trainee or connect them with one of the MEGT Career Advisors, who can provide guidance on appropriate training and development pathways.  Register here

Carlton College of Sport (La Trobe University)

Get your foot in the door of the sports industry at the Carlton College of Sport, where you will combine your first year of tertiary study with real-world experience. A partnership between Carlton Football Club and La Trobe University – the leading university for career outcomes in sport – this unique tertiary program provides the ultimate learning experience in a high-performance environment.

Courses on offer include:

Prerequisites for entry into either of these courses

VCE: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

Admission criteria for both courses

This course may use the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Applications are to be made directly to Carlton College. 

To find out more, or register your interest visit Carlton College of Sport. 

US COLLEGE APPLICATIONS

August has arrived and that means that the US University and College application sites are open for this year’s applicants who will plan to start in 2022.

‘EducationUSA’ has teamed up with Common App and Meredith Lombardi, Associate Director, Outreach and Education who will provide information on how you can lodge your applications using the Common App college application platform that is used by over 900 U.S. college and universities.

Join the webinar to learn how to better navigate the system while understanding the steps required. When registering please include any questions you would like answered live during the event.

Session details: Thursday 19th August 2021, 8pm-9pm, Virtual via ZOOM. REGISTER HERE   

Exercise Science & Sport Degrees in Victoria in 2021

‘The Good Universities Guide’ defines Exercise scientists as people who assist sportspeople to achieve the best possible sporting performance by applying knowledge and techniques from the areas of biomedical science, physiology, biomechanics (the study of human movement), nutrition, psychology and sport assessment.

To become an exercise scientist you usually have to complete a degree in sport and exercise science or human movement. Alternatively, you may choose to complete a degree in a relevant area, such as nutrition, physiotherapy or medicine, followed by a postgraduate qualification in exercise science or clinical exercise physiology. To get into the degree courses you usually need to gain your Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (VCE). 

Below is a summary of Exercise Science and Sport degrees available in Victoria in 2021. 

For a comprehensive list of courses, including double degrees, on offer at both TAFEs and universities, visit VTAC. 

Snapshot of the University of Queensland (UQ) in 2021

• UQ is a one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions.
• UQ is consistently ranked well inside the top 50 of more than 10,000 universities worldwide - International Rankings.
• UQ is located in and around Brisbane, and the university has teaching and research sites throughout Queensland, and its major campuses are at St Lucia, Gatton and Herston - Campuses & Locations
• There are six faculties at UQ, which are responsible for academic programs and decisions regarding a student's pursuit of their academic program - Faculties
• At UQ students can choose from an extensive range of undergraduate programs, many of which can be “customised” by major – and minor – fields of study.  Programs are organised through schools and faculties, but sometimes a student can “mix and match” between them with electives and dual degrees - Undergraduate Courses & Programs
• UQ has a diverse student exchange program, and students can study overseas for up to one year while gaining credit towards their UQ degree.  UQ has over 180 exchange partners in over 40 countries - UQ Abroad
• Students keen on learning another language can enrol in one of over 30 different language courses through UQ’s Institute of Modern Languages - Institute of Modern Languages
• There are over 200 clubs and societies at UQ, all aimed at expand a student’s social life, playing an important role in the UQ student experience - Clubs and Societies
• The Employability Award program is a structured program that recognises the personal and professional development a student gains from their involvement in activities above and beyond academic studies.
• UQ has a dedicated website designed for future students to find answers to all the questions they might have about studying at UQ - UQ Answers
• UQ has some excellent facilities including:

• a state-of-the-art multi-purpose learning space for first-year engineering students called the Engineering Learning Centre - First Year Engineering Learning Centre
• the School of Veterinary Science complex - Veterinary Science
• the Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (PACE) precinct which houses the School of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

• UQ has 10 residential colleges - Accommodation
• UQ offers a range of scholarship options to make university study more affordable, ranging in value up to $12,000 per year for the VC Scholarship - Scholarships

Ms Vivian Seremetis

Careers Coordinator