Careers news 6 2018

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CAREERS NEWS NEWSLETTER VOLUME XXXV No 25 CRN 17 th 11 May, 2018

SYDNEY UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING AND IT INFORMATION EVENING Sydney University are holding their Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies’ Year 11 and 12 Information Evening on Tuesday 29 May. Find out everything you need to know about studying engineering, advanced computing, technology or project management at Sydney University.

The Deans, Heads of School, current students and an industry representative will be on-hand to answer your questions about the choice and flexibility of their degrees, and why Sydney University is one of the top three universities in Australia for Engineering and technology, and number one in Australia for graduate employability.

You will also find out important information about scholarship opportunities and get some tips on how to prepare a standout scholarship application from the Deputy Dean (Education).

This event is suitable for parents, students and teachers. Refreshments will be provided at the networking session. Parking options are available on campus. Registrations are essential.

When: Tuesday 29 May 2018 Where: Messel Lecture Theatre 4002, Sydney Nanoscience Hub Time: 6 – 8pm Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/engineering-and-information-technologies-year11-12-information-evening-tickets-42735904240 UTS Bachelor of Accounting Scholarship Information Evening 15 May. 6.30 - 7.30 pm UTS Campus - Ultimo Contact: Carin Alberts: carin.alberts@uts.edu.au

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Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/uts-bachelor-of-accounting-bacc-co-opscholarship-information-evening-tickets-43537750584 UTS Bachelor of Accounting Scholarship Round 1 Applications Close 1 June Online applications: www.bachelorofaccounting.com Contact: Carin Alberts (carin.alberts@uts.edu.au) Note that applicants will need to apply through UAC as well. www.bachelorofaccounting.com UTS Engineering and IT Undergrad Info Evening 14 June. 5.00pm to 8.30pm Hear from industry experts, students and leading academics about the exciting new tech careers which lie ahead. From robotics to cyber security to artificial intelligence and the internet of things, hear about the unique career opportunities for emerging graduates and the programs we have at UTS to help you prepare. It's also a great opportunity to meet academics and current students who can share information on course options, and how you can prepare for your university journey. Register: https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-engineering-and-informationtechnology/events/undergraduate-information-evening UNSW Sydney Scholarships Information Evening June 5 | John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW Kensington The Scholarships Information Evening provides depth and detail on the range of scholarships at UNSW and the application process.

The evening is aimed at Year 11 and 12 students and their parents.

Find out more - https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/scholarships-information-evening-0 Uni of Wollongong Early Entry Early Admission is UOW's early offer program for Year 12 students. It recognises the personal qualities and skills that define who you are. We get to know you, look at the results you've got so far and can reward you with a place at UOW before you even sit your final exams. Apply: https://www.uow.edu.au/future/early-admission/index.html University of Wollongong – Info Evening May 16 |Wollongong Campus Are you looking to study in 2018 and don’t know what to do? Don't worry! Come along to the information evening and meet with UOW College staff and get all your questions answered.

Applications will be accepted on the night.

Find out more - https://studentcrm.uow.edu.au Applications for Notre Dame's Early Offer program opened on Monday 30 April 2018.

Have you achieved excellence in academic study or extra-curricular pursuits? The Early Offer Program is the perfect way to get recognised for your hard work and take some pressure off the final year of school. Admissions criteria, application forms and the 2019 Undergraduate Guide will be distributed when applications open. You can apply as soon as you receive your half-yearly Year 12 report. Applications will close on Tuesday 31 July 2018.

Want to learn more about the Early Offer Program?  Call the Prospective Students Office on 02 8204 4404 or email sydney@nd.edu.au  Book a personal advice session to discuss the Early Offer Program, your career and study interests during the upcoming school holiday break  Attend an Early Offer and Parent Information Session on Tuesday 26 June.

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Australian Catholic University – University Experience in July Holidays July 10 – North Sydney Campus July 12 – Strathfield University Experience is a free program that gives you the opportunity to sample the degree of your choice. Get a taste of life at ACU by meeting academic staff and current students and trying out the course you’re interested in.

Find out more http://www.acu.edu.au/student_experience/student_life/experience_uni_before_you_start/uni versity_experience Macquarie University Student and Parent Info Evening May 23 | Marquee, Eastern Road At Macquarie, we’re all about unconventional thinking, open collaboration and making connections with diverse people and perspectives to create real change.

Find out more - https://www.mq.edu.au/about/events/view/student-and-parent-informationevening-2/ CQU – Open Day Sydney – 23 August CQUniversity is emerging as one of Australia’s truly great universities with award-winning teaching professionals, commitment to student support, practical learning experiences, and being globally recognised by ranking in the top 2% of universities worldwide. As one of Australia’s largest regional universities and a leader in distance education, CQUniversity has the most extensive geographical footprint of any university in the country with more than 20 locations across mainland Australia, offering over 300 TAFE and University qualifications.

Find out more - https://www.cqu.edu.au/campaigns/open-days

BUSINESS CAREERS NIGHT Career Kickstarter 2018 is coming! Our annual flagship careers event for Year 12 high school and 1st year uni students is back! What used to be Meet the Business Leader is now Career Kickstarter - the event that lets your students connect with leading employers, find out about available work experience opportunities and scholarships and explore what a career in business and accounting could mean for them.    

Find out about cadetship, scholarship and work experience opportunities available to them Meet business leaders and learn more about a career in business & accounting Hear from HR professionals on how to stand out when applying for their first role Take part in the event competition & win some great prizes.

Event details When: Wednesday, 23 May 2018; 4:00 – 7:00pm Where: Luna Park Sydney, Crystal Ballroom, 1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point, NSW How to register Registrations for this free event are now open at: www.youunlimitedanz.com/get-connected/career-kickstarter-2018

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Cadetship opportunities for Year 12 students - NSW Stand out from other university students by undertaking paid work at a leading company while you study at university. The Business Cadetships Program places cadets at UBS, a topranking global bank. Applications close on Wednesday 16 May 2018.

Applications for the Engineering & Technology Cadetships Program open on Monday 30 April. Engineering Cadets are placed with Cubic Transportation Systems and Technology Cadets are placed at Macquarie Group.

These cadetships often go undersubscribed because of a lack of applicants. For details about the cadetship programs and to apply online, go to www.professionalcadets.com.au UMAT Workshop UMAT registrations for 2018 are now open. Senior students may need to sit this exam if they would like to apply for medicine in 2019. Seventeen universities accept school leavers directly into their medical programs. Please visit http://www.MedEntry.edu.au SIMULATED UMAT DAY 2018 UNSW, Kensington Campus. 20 May 2018, 9am - 6.00pm Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 interested in medicine or dentistry will need to sit the compulsory UMAT (examination) when applying for one of the above career choices. On the 20th of May 2018, NIE will be conducting a full day UMAT preparation workshop. While the Simulated UMAT Day is extremely beneficial for year 12 students, who will be attempting the real UMAT on the 25th of July 2018, this workshop is also highly recommended to anyone in Years 10 - 11 and aiming for a head start in UMAT preparation.

Cost: $289 (food and refreshments will be provided) All details are available via www.nie.edu.au MedView UMAT Winter Crash Course for Medicine entry 9 to 13 July The UMAT often accounts for nearly half of your admission to medical school in Australia that's almost equivalent to one year of high school grades. Included in the workshop are: • 3 beautifully designed UMAT workbooks corresponding to each of the 3 UMAT sections. Each workbook covers the different question types asked in each section and includes heaps of practice questions, tips and strategies for acing the UMAT • 5 days of intensive teaching by tutors who scored in the 95th - 100th percentile in the UMAT • Small group sizes to maximise engagement and learning • 2 full mock exams. Book here: https://www.facebook.com/pg/MedView/events/ FREE Maximising Exam Marks Lecture Sunday 17 June 2018 |10am to 2pm | UNSW Examinations are a great source of stress for students, but it doesn’t need to be this way. With the right advice and a solid study plan, you can reduce stress levels, cut down on study time and significantly improve examination marks!

Valued at over $150, this lecture is FREE when you make a $10 donation to The Fred Hollows Foundation on the day.

Book now - http://www.tsfx.com.au/?hsc-program=hsc-maximising-exam-marks

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PRIVATE COLLEGES Information Session at College of Event Management 10 May. 6.30pm.

Specialising solely in event management training. Our courses are nationally recognised and give students specific, practical and relevant, hands on experience that leads to employment within the event management industry. See more information on our website: https://www.collegeofeventmanagement.com.au JMC Academy Open Day 12 May Celebrating 35 years in education, JMC Academy remains Australia’s leading Creative Industries institution, offering Degrees and Diplomas in Music, Songwriting, Audio Engineering, Film and Television Production, Entertainment Business Management, Digital Design, 3D Animation and Game Design. https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/ NIDA Open Day 16 June NIDA, 215 Anzac Parade, Kensington Open Day is a great opportunity to find out more about our courses, the application process and student life. Experience all that NIDA has to offer through performances, workshops and presentations by our team of educators and alumni. https://www.apply.nida.edu.au/open-day AIE Open Day 19 May. 10.00am – 3.00pm Level 2, Wentworth Park Grandstand, Wattle St, Ultimo Discover the courses designed to get you started in game development, 3D animation and visual effects at the AIE The day will include presentations on different areas of industry to get into as well as information about AIE full-time and part-time courses and entry requirements. Student work will be on display and teachers will be available to speak with you one on one about courses and how AIE can get you into a creative career. Jessica Bull: jessicabu@aie.edu.au (Ph: 85148800). http://www.aie.edu.au/openday AIT Info Night 23 May. 5.30pm – 8.00pm Level 2, 7 Kelly Street Ultimo Trudy Pihelgas: info@ait.edu.au AIT's Info Night is perfect for those wanting to explore the endless opportunities available in the growing creative industry. This interactive seminar is a great way to get further information on curriculum, course requirements, study pathways. AIT staff and students will also be there to talk to and get advice from.

Learn about careers and study options in film production, 3D animation, digital media, game design, mobile apps and IT. Take a campus tour. Learn about the $8,000 Scholarship for domestic students

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The Hotel School Info Evening – Sydney 30 May 60 Philip Street Sydney If your interest is hospitality, tourism or business management and you want to explore a global career path then join us at our information session. The session is designed to provide you with information on the courses offered at The Hotel School, you can speak with the academic team and experience the campus. Come and discover how to make a start in the hospitality and tourism industry. https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/events/sydney-information-evening/ The Hotel School Intercontinental Insights Event 1 July. 9.00am to 3.30pm Treasury Room, InterContinental Sydney 117 Macquarie Street, Sydney Experience the opportunity with The Hotel School, Australia's leading university hotel school.

Do you see yourself in Hotel Management or Tourism - a global growth sector and Australia's second largest industry? The Hotel School, together with the InterContinental Sydney, is offering a unique experience. Would you like to go behind the scenes of this leading 5-star luxury hotel and find out what working in a 5-star hotel environment is like? Bookings here: https://hotelschool.scu.edu.au/events/sydney-intercontinental-insights/ Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Info Afternoons 17 July Over 200 managers from 28 luxury hotel chains said they prefer hiring staff from Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School. Meet students and alumni. Meet current students and alumni who are achieving success in the booming hospitality industry. Take a look behind the scenes tour of a large-scale hotel and see what goes into running a successful property. Learn about degrees in hotel and event management. Ask questions, hear about our industry focused degrees, and how you will study in a real hotel. https://info.bluemountains.edu.au/infosessions/ Pilot - BASAIR Career Info Seminar Bankstown Airport from 7:00pm - 8:30pm 26 June 26 July 27 August 26 September 30 October 26 November Learn about a career as a Commercial Pilot at one of our free information seminars. Find out more: http://www.basair.com.au/Events

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APPRENTICESHIPS, TAFE NEWS Australian Apprenticeships Pathways Updated Pathway Flowchart The flowchart is a great resource for job hunters and students, demonstrating the steps involved to get an apprenticeship or traineeship.

Find the link here - https://www.aapathways.com.au/industry-insider-informationand-resources/news/updated-flowchart-for-job-hunters-and-students Apprenticeships Videos Nearly every possible apprenticeship or traineeship career is here to watch. https://www.youtube.com/user/AAPathways/videos Good Universities Guide to Apprenticeships and Traineeships Read the guide - https://www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au/education-blogs/tertiarystudy/pathways-your-guide-to-apprenticeships-and-traineeships NECA Electrotechnology Apprenticeships The electrical field is one of the most dynamic and growing industries. At NECA we’re here to help you complete a national qualification that supports a career in data/ communication, home automation, renewable energy, construction, the installation of lights, power, air conditioning, fire protection, building management systems and more. Once qualified you can start your own business and take your trade and work anywhere in the world. http://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/

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VIDEOS AND WEBSITES My Health Career Videos Watch a variety of specialists who give their candid insight on why they enjoy their careers. https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/videos Forensic Scientist – Myth Busting Jobs Shari Forbes dishes the decomposing dirt on forensic science, and it’s nothing like CSI. https://careerswithstem.com/mythbusting-jobs-forensic-scientist/

Will Robots Take My Job? A US based site which looks at the level of change and disruption caused by technology across hundreds of careers. It has relevance as similar changes may occur in Australia. Enter your chosen career and sit back and see what may happen! Good luck. https://willrobotstakemyjob.com/ Careers with STEM Science Out Now This magazine looks at the myriad of careers that start with a foundation of Science. It has tips on how to turn study into start-ups, the top 9 industries for science graduates and you can also meet one of the Superstars of STEM. Go to this site for an e-edition.

CareerswithSTEM.com/read-it-here ChooseMaths – Videos on Maths Careers Be more than a number - ChooseMaths Ambassadors read their stories.

See the videos - http://choosemaths.org.au/careersvideos/

Ms G. Hakos Careers Adviser

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