University News

1 August Notre Dame University Open Day

Great to see an open day happening. Check out the Notre Dame Open Day on 1 August.

Do a tour, talk to current students and to lecturers, check out the new courses and exhibitions of the latest developments at Notre Dame.

Students need to start going to open days in year 9, just to check out the campus, find out about student life and get the feel of a university.

Check out the Open Day Tips for Years 9 – 12 HERE.

2 August Notre Dame Applications Through TISC

Students wanting to go to Notre Dame will be able apply through TISC from 2 August.

This partnership will have a significant impact on streamlining the application process for Year 12s. Students will now be able to apply for the 5 biggest universities in WA through the TISC site.

A critical consideration in the partnership was continuing Notre Dame’s consideration of

personal qualities beyond academic performance.

Notre Dame also considers applicants’ interests, aspirations, out of school activities, work experience and community involvement, as well as academic achievement, in assessing them for entry to our courses.

The 2022 TISC Guide will be distributed to Western Australian Schools from the second week of Term 3. This will provide further information on the application process to all TISC member universities.

Find out more on the TISC Website.

2 August -UWA Agriculture, Environmental, Biological and Earth Sciences Undergraduate Information Session

Find out more about the ways to study undergraduate courses in Agriculture, Environmental, Biological and Earth Sciencesat UWA, and where a careerin these fields can take you.

5 August UWA Courses and Careers in Physical Sciences and Mathematics Webinar

Keen to discover how studying mathematics and statistics can lead to careers in a wide range of areas and industries, including finance, government organisations, computing, engineering, research and statistical consulting?

Join us for our informative where we’ll introduce you to our courses in physics, including our new Frontier Physics degree, mathematics and statistics, and more.

August 6 Applications Close for Perron Foundation UWA Scholarship in Business Leadership

Stan Perron was an old school businessman. Everything I heard about him was about his honesty and ethical treatment of fellow West Australians.

His family is committed to furthering his good name as a legacy to West Australian business. Winning a Stan Perron scholarship would be a badge of honour. Winners should reflect the high standards represented by his name.

The scholarship is available to:

Domestic students who demonstrate educational disadvantage or financial
hardship.

You can apply for a $30,000 Perron Foundation Scholarship in Business. There’s 9 available!

Applications close: Friday 6 August 2021.

2 August UWA Human and Molecular Services

Find out more about the ways to study undergrad courses in Human and Molecular Sciences at UWA, and where a career in these fields can take you.

Join us at our Human and Molecular Sciences Majors Undergraduate Information Session online where you'll learn about our different majors, Bachelor degrees, Combined Bachelor and Master degrees, industry networks, career opportunities and much more! We'll then hand over to you to ask all your burning questions.

3 August UWA Careers in Engineering Webinar

UWA is introducing a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) as a four year degree.

Join UWA for an informative Courses and Careers in Engineering Webinar on August 3.

They’ll introduce you to their new four-year Engineering degree and give you an overview of the technical and practical skills you’ll gain to enhance your employability.

Online: 4.30 – 5.30 pm

8 August ECU Virtual Open Day

This is your opportunity to ask us questions about what you can study, and how to apply for our many and varied courses.

take virtual tours of campus facilities;
chat one-to-one with staff about courses;
participate in live group chats; and
collect reading material in your virtual swag bag.
10am – 2pm

11 August UWA Medicine Information Session

If you’re passionate about helping people, join our online event to discover exciting

pathways to Podiatric Medicine, Pharmacy and Optometry. This session will cover:

The growing health industry
Course structure and what you’ll learn
Community, hospital, clinic and regional placement opportunities
Careers and employability
Admissions: Assured Pathways and Graduate Entry
Current student’s experience of the course and tips to help you succeed

12 August CQU Perth Campus Open Day

Join us for one of our study information sessions at our CQ University Perth Campus and learn about studying with CQ Uni.

You'll also be able to find out more about studying with CQ Uni and get support on topics like applying, fees and scholarships, support and more.

Location: 10 William St, Perth WA 6000

Start: 6:00 pm End: 8.00 pm

13 August ECU Nursing and Midwifery Expo

At our Nursing and Midwifery Careers Expo you will have the opportunity to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, learn about our courses and the excellent support services you can expect as a student.

You can speak to our Future Student Engagements Team about admission pathways, how to apply, fees and scholarships and flexible study options like online or part-time.

On Friday 13 August 2021 at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Joondalup Campus

14 August and 1 September CQU Online Event

9am – 1 pm

Join us online in the comfort of your living room and connect with CQ Uni's teaching staff, discover our huge range of TAFE and university courses, and learn more about our outstanding range of online and on campus support services.

Virtual Open Day 2
Online Chat Session – Wednesday 1 September, 1 – 4 PM

7 September ECU Year 12 Preferences

Come along to gain more insight into the University application process. We'll be covering:

How to apply for courses
How to preference your course choices
Important dates
What to do when you receive your offer

University staff will be on hand to answer any questions you have about applying to uni and our courses.

On Tuesday 7 September 2021 at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Joondalup Campus

8 September ECU Medical and Health Showcase

There will be interactive tours of our state-of-the-art laboratories and an opportunity to meet with dynamic, industry-experienced lecturers as well as current students.

Based at our Joondalup campus, the School of Medical and Health Sciences provides a stimulating and supportive learning environment for our students. This includes purpose- built occupational therapy and nutrition-related laboratories and exercise testing facilities that are regularly used by elite athletes and high performance sport steams.

On Wednesday 8 September 2021

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM Joondalup Campus.

9 September WAAPA Arts Management and Live Production Showcase

You don’t have to be a performer to work in theatres. Every production has experts in:

Sound
Lighting
Stage Management
Costume
Design
Props and Scenery

To find out more about these exciting courses, come along to our WAAPA Arts Management and Live Production Information Evening.

On Thursday 9 September 2021 at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

WAAPA Applications

In most WAAPA disciplines you can expect to have auditions and interviews.

If you want to apply for a WAAPA course, you can apply direct to us.

Note If you're an ATAR student completing year 12 and you're interested in studying either a Bachelor of Music, or Performing Arts (Performance Making), or Arts (Arts Management), or Education (Secondary), specialising in Music Education, you'll need to apply via TISC AND apply direct to us.

2 Year Commerce Degree

Accelerate your learning and complete your undergraduate degree in two years. As part of this new degree, you will be highly immersed in professional practices, drawing on real-world scenarios through placements, internships and projects

with global organisations so that you’re work-ready when the time comes.

Curtin Career Tools and Advice for High School Students

There are lots of clear, easy to read resources to support students as they transfer from high school to university. You can find them HERE.

Students can find study tips at Study Coach.

CQU Year 12 Applications Open Now

Principal Recommendation Scheme

The Principal Recommendation Scheme is an ideal entry pathway for all Year 12 students to

CQ University's undergraduate courses whether you’re studying ATAR or not.

This means that as a Year 12 student applying for university, you no longer need to wait for your Year 12 results to receive an early offer for your course*.

To be eligible you must:

Be studying year 12
Provide a letter of recommendation from your Principal Applications now open.

Apply or find out more at cqu.edu.au/prs

STEM Careers for Girls

Year 10 – 12

If you know of any girls who are interested in entering a STEM career The Innovators Tea Party would like to encourage them to join the industry. They are holding a Speed Networking event for girls in years 10 – 12, to encourage them to join the small but growing band of women who are building their reputation among the best in their industries.

Perth CBD | State Library of Western Australia | Free for students in years 10-12

Register Now ECU ATAR Revision Sessions September

Free ATAR revision session for Year 12 ATAR student.

You can choose from a variety of subjects, each one delivered by a teacher familiar with the 2021 syllabus.

Sessions run between Monday27 September 2021 and Friday1 October 2021

LOCATION: Joondalup Campus (Find public transport here.) Register HERE.

Online: If you can’t get to Joondalup campus you can do the program online.

Interstate Admission Centre Contacts

For those who are thinking about applying for a place at a university outside Western Australia here is a list of admission centres around Australia.

Charles Darwin University applications are taken by SATAC
South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC) for SA and NT
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) for QLD
Universities Admissions Centre(UAC) for NSW and ACT
The University of Tasmania incorporating the Australian Maritime College
Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) for VIC
Open Universities Australia

If you want to compare universities and study areas based on student experiences as measured by the Quality Indicatory of Learning and Teaching surveys, this information is accessible at www.compared.edu.au

TISC University Admissions Information 2023

TISC is the Tertiary Institutions Services Centre. It is the Centre that organizes applications to universities across Western Australia (apart from Notre Dame).

Find information about:

You can find out about Alternative Pathways to uni HERE

You can download the 2021 University Admissions Guide HERE.

Go here to find Which University is Right for You?

Defence News

29 July Online Defence Info Session

18 August AVCAT Scholarships Open for 2021

To be eligible to apply for AVCAT scholarship you must:

be planning to enrol or be enrolled in TAFE or university education
have Australian residency
be the child or grandchild as defined by an Australian ex-serving veteran.
be receiving, or be eligible to receive, Centrelink Youth Allowance or an equivalent educational payment (use the Centrelink calculator to check your estimated entitlements)

2021 Skills Priority List

The National Skills Commission has published the 2021 Skills Priority List.

The Santos Science Experience is 3 or 4 days of science activities for Year 9 and 10 students in 2021 program year

Each program is designed to provide students an opportunity to engage in a wide range of science activities under the guidance of scientists who love their work.

Universities & Tertiary Institutions	Program Dates	Best Apply Before	Places Remaining
Murdoch University	7- 9 December 2021	5November 2021	50
Edith Cowan University, Joondalup	11- 14 January 2022	20December 2021	55
University of Western Australia	18- 20 January 2022	20December 2021	93

VET In Schools Applications for 2022

Applications are now open.

Courses and information for Year 11 and 12 students in 2022:

North Metropolitan TAFE: https://www.northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au/schools-and-parents/vet-delivered-secondary-students

South Metropolitan TAFE: https://www.southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au/study-types/vet-delivered-secondary-students

26– 28 August WorldSkills Australia National Championships and Skills Show at Skillswest Careers Expo

SkillsWest Careers and Employment Expo.

MyFuture

Support your child to learn about the world of work and explore careers: myfuture

Study Assist $$$$$$

The Study Assist website gives students an overview of what financial assistance they are eligible for when contemplating further education.

Calendar of events

Lyn Alexander

Head of Pathways and Transition

Lyn.alexander@cewa.edu.au

(08) 9383 0416

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