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CAREERS NEWS NEWSLETTER VOLUME XXXV No 26 CRN 18 th 25 May, 2018
Some university early offer and co-op scholarship schemes have already opened - students should explore these options and apply. There are many upcoming events in the near future as well as during the school holidays. Please read about them and register to attend. UTS IT UNDERGRADUATE INFO EVENING 14 JUNE, 2018 Technology is giving us capabilities which are beyond our wildest dreams! Hear from industry professionals about future tech careers and the skills you need to get there. Follow with key course information for engineering and IT and UTS. When: 14 June, 2018. 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm For: Year 9 – 12 students and parents Location: UTS City - BroadwayCB11 Faculty of Engineering and IT Building, Building 11 Register at: https://forms.uts.edu.au/web/index.cfm/948 For more information contact +61 2 9514 2666; feit@uts.edu.au UNSW Sydney Scholarships Information Evening 5 June. 6.30pm to 8.00pm John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW, Kensington. The Scholarships & Co-op 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. https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/scholarships-information-evening-0
Macquarie Global Leadership Entry Program (GLEP) Expansion We recognise students who are engaging with their school and community in service and leadership have diverse interests. So, we’ve decided to open the Global Leadership Entry Program (GLEP) to almost all Macquarie degrees. Students can now: choose up to five course preferences receive multiple offers for different degrees apply directly through our application portal Applications close Monday 27th August, but apply now and you could receive an offer as early as NEXT MONTH. Find out more - https://www.mq.edu.au/study/admissions/entryrequirements/domestic/macquarie-entry/global-leadership-entry-program
MACQUARIE UNI CO-OP SCHOLARSHIPS APPLICATIONS OPEN Macquarie University is offering two Co-op programs:
Bachelor of Actuarial Studies with the degree of Bachelor of Professional Practice
Bachelor of Commerce - Professional Accounting with the degree of Bachelor of Professional Practice
Actuarial students will receive a scholarship of $18,200 p.a. and accounting students will be paid by our partners while they are on each placement. These highly competitive courses will see students alternate between classroom studies and placements throughout their four years of study. Students will undertake three placements, totalling 15 months. Partners supporting the Actuarial Studies Co-op in 2018 are EY, Finity, PwC Australia, NDIA, TAL and Zurich. Partners supporting the 2019 cohort will be advised later in 2018. Applications are now open for both programs. We encourage students to commence their applications as soon as possible. If you need further information, email Future Students at futurestudents@mq.edu.au or call (02) 9850 6767.
ACU EARLY OFFERS: COMMUNITY ACHIEVERS PROGRAM NOW OPEN Have you volunteered in a sporting or cultural group, parish or community service activity? ACU's Community Achiever Program is designed to acknowledge commitment to our local communities. Regular volunteer work in your community – through a social justice organisation, sporting, performance, cultural or religious group – may be rewarded through our Community Achievers' Program with entry into an undergraduate degree.
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A successful CAP application means you could receive an offer as early as August to study at ACU. Being part of this CAP group also offers unique opportunities to enhance your leadership and volunteering skills, while you study. CAP entry is only available for Undergraduate bachelor level degrees at ACU. CAP applications to study in 2019:
Open - 10am Tuesday 1st May 2018 Close - Midnight Tuesday 31st July 2018 Offers will be released by the end of August 2018
For information and how to apply, go to: https://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/pathways_and_entry_schemes/year_12_student_entry/e arly_entry/how_to_apply
University of Sydney - Bachelor of Advanced Computing Information Evening 21st June. 6.00pm to 8.00pm Abercrombie Building, ABS Case Study Lecture Theatre 1070, Darlington, University of Sydney The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies at the University of Sydney is launching its new Bachelor of Advanced Computing degree in 2018. Join us at an information evening where you will learn more about this new degree and the opportunities that it brings to our students. http://whatson.sydney.edu.au/events/published/b-advanced-computing-info-evening
University of Sydney - Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies Year 11 & 12 Information Evening 29 May. 6.00pm to 8.00pm Sydney Nanoscience Hub (SNH), Physics Road, Messel Lecture Theatre 4002, Camperdown Join us to find out everything you need to know about studying engineering, advanced computing, technology or project management at Sydney University. http://whatson.sydney.edu.au/events/published/feit-year-11-and-year-12-parents-informationevening
UNSW CAREERS: CO-OP PROGRAM In just under 1 week, UNSW Co-op will host the Create Your Career series on Tuesday 29th May and Thursday 31st May, from 6:00pm – 8:30pm. These evenings are designed to help students start to shape their career and the study pathway to get them there – don’t miss out!
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UNSW have assembled a line-up of Industry Leaders in key sectors to speak to interested students and parents. Tuesday 29th: Marketing / Maths Thursday 31st: Accounting & Finance/ Technology/ Engineering Please note the sessions on the respective evenings are concurrent, so students can only register and attend one of the sessions per evening. Registration is also now open for the UNSW Scholarships & Co-op information evening on Tuesday 5th June from 6:30pm. The evening will provide depth and detail on the range of scholarships at UNSW, the application process, and answer any questions students may have. For further information and to register for any of these events go to the UNSW Events page. University of Notre Dame Sydney – Early Offer/Parent Info Evening June 26 | Broadway Campus Applications for Notre Dame’s Early Offer Program close on 31st July 2018. This event provides a great opportunity for students to find out tips and advice on submitting a comprehensive application. Students who gain an Early Offer are notified before they sit their final Year 12 exams. Find out more - https://www.notredame.edu.au/events-items/early-offer-parent-info-evening University of Notre Dame Sydney – A Day in the Life of a Nursing Student July 11 | Darlinghurst Thinking of a career in Nursing? Attend a Day in the Life of a Nursing Student session and find out about a career in the Nursing profession. Find out more - https://www.notredame.edu.au/events-items/postgraduate-info-eveningsydney University of Notre Dame Sydney – Careers in Law July 12 | Chippendale Attend the Careers in Law day to explore all programs in Law, and where this profession can take you. Find out more - https://www.notredame.edu.au/events-items/careers-in-law
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UNSW – Year 10 Subject Selection & Info Evening May 24 & 29 | UNSW Kensington Thinking about uni in the future? This evening is the best place for you to start if you are thinking about coming to uni in two years' time and are currently a year 10 student (or you are the parent or teacher of a year 10 student). Find out more information-evening
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https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/year-10-subject-selection-
UNSW Engineering Year 10 Subject Selection & Information Evening 29 May | 6:00pm to 9:00pm |John Niland Scientia Building, UNSW Kensington This evening is the best place for you to start if you are thinking about coming to uni in two years' time and are currently a year 10 student (or you are the parent or teacher of a year 10 student). Register - https://www.engineering.unsw.edu.au/upcoming-events Exploring STEM Careers Girls Holiday Program: UNSW 9 July to 11 July Join Science 50:50 and Women in Engineering for an exciting week exploring careers in STEM! Together we will meet professional scientists and engineers and discover where they work and what they do. The week will consist of site visits to four companies or organisations where scientists and engineers work, plus workshops and activities on the UNSW campus. Female year 10 students at Australian High Schools are eligible to apply. Applications close Friday 1st June 2018. Find out more - https://www.engineering.unsw.edu.au/all-events/exploring-stem-careersholiday-program
University of Wollongong Info Evening June 25 – Loftus The University of Wollongong regularly holds and attends information sessions for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. These events are designed to give you the information you need about choosing courses and studying at UOW. Find out more - https://www.uow.edu.au/future/events/index.html University of Wollongong – Info Evenings and Tours to Suit You Find a suitable day and time for your information session or tour that best suits you. Register here: https://studentcrm.uow.edu.au/Ellucian.ERecruiting.Web.External/Pages/Events.aspx?ID=1
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University of Notre Dame Sydney – Early Offer/Parent Info Evening June 26 | Broadway Campus Applications for Notre Dame’s Early Offer Program close on 31 July 2018. This event provides a great opportunity for students to find out tips and advice on submitting a comprehensive application. Students who gain an Early Offer are notified before they sit their final Year 12 exams. Find out more - https://www.notredame.edu.au/events-items/early-offer-parent-info-evening Australian Catholic University – Mid Year Open Evening June 7 | North Sydney Campus Talk to experts about your course and career path, learn about alternative entry and pathways, explore our campus, and meet staff and students. Find out more - http://www.acu.edu.au/connect_with_acu/events Torrens University – Design & Technology Info Night May 22 | Ultimo Campus – Sydney We know choosing the right course is top priority and a BIG decision, that’s why we make sure everyone is on deck to answer your questions at Info Night; lecturers, students, graduates, campus support staff and our Course & Careers Advisors. Find out more - http://www.torrens.edu.au/about/events-and-workshops - all Torren University – Business Open Day August 4 | The Rocks Campus – Sydney Open Day is a great opportunity for you to discover the strong industry partnerships, the modern campus facilities and interactive online platforms that give our students the best possible academic experience and positive career outcomes. Find out more - http://www.torrens.edu.au/about/events-and-workshops - all HOTEL SCHOOL: EVENT AT THE INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY The Hotel School is excited to announce this year’s InterContinental Insights will take place on 7th July 2018. Insights is The Hotel School’s cutting-edge event which allows students to experience the behind-the-scenes of a luxurious 5 star hotel. For a limited time only, Insights tickets will be sold at an EARLY BIRD rate of $15 per participating student (full price is $25). This is a really great opportunity for you to experience The Hotel School advantage at one of the most exciting events happening during the year. This offer is only valid until 31st May. Get your tickets today to experience Insights. Register and buy your ticket through this link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/intercontinental-insights-experience-the-hotel-schoolsydney-tickets45752824931?_cldee=Z2hha29zQHN0c3B5cmlkb24ubnN3LmVkdS5hdQ%3d%3d&recipien tid=contact-844a3c1fc562e711812170106fa12a51ec195753ae10417eb6d8bd9ccb11e523&esid=9bd7341d-8752-e811-816f-e0071b662bf1
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HOTEL SCHOOOL INFORMATION EVENING The Hotel School is excited to invite you to attend its 'Info Evening' on Wednesday, 30th of May, 2018. This will be a great opportunity for you to: • • • •
Know more about 'The Hotel School Advantage' Meet academic staff & current students Go on a campus tour Ask questions
The evening will commence sharply at 5:30pm with registrations. The Hotel School Sydney, 60 Phillip Street, Sydney, NSW 2000. Register through this link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-hotel-school-sydney-infoevening-tickets45885304180?_cldee=Z2hha29zQHN0c3B5cmlkb24ubnN3LmVkdS5hdQ%3d%3d&recipien tid=contact-844a3c1fc562e711812170106fa12a5195cd320c54644f76a02e2ec7720af00d&esid=ef5e11ed-1354-e811-8171-e0071b662bf1
AFP Recruitment Facebook Group Interested in the Australian Federal Police (AFP) as a career? Join this group and get all the updates and information on joining the AFP family. Even if you don’t want to apply for the next few years, you’ll gain an invaluable insight into the selection process of a top-level government organisation, and could pick up on some of the common traps people fall into when applying through these complicated recruitment processes. UPDATE – there are new roles being advertised soon. Join the Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/242770709580143/?ref=pages_groups_card&source_id=1 48004722006806
Defence Careers Information Session May 28 | Parramatta – Parramatta Defence Fore Recruiting Centre Have you considered a career with the ADF? Whether you’re a keen Engineer or an aspiring Pilot, there are opportunities for you. Find out more - https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/events-detail/gxh9e3 Defence force Health Careers Info Session May 29 – Parramatta | Parramatta Defence Force Recruiting Centre Make a difference where you're needed most as a healthcare professional in the Australian Defence Force. Find out more - https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events
Girls Programming Network The Girls' Programming Network is a group of women and girls into computer science, programming and information technology. We run workshops once per school term for
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highschool girls. We've written games, made interactive websites and taken apart computers. Check out the past projects to see what girls have done, and what you could be doing. Upcoming Workshops Saturday 11 August | Sunday 4 November | University of Sydney, Darlington Find out more - https://sites.google.com/site/girlsprogrammingnetwork/home National Computer Science School Friday 4th to Sunday 13th January 2019 NCSS is about challenging students to think like computer scientists and providing an intensive programming experience in a university setting. As part of the program, students will go on industry site visits and meet industry professionals in a variety of contexts, including talks, competitions and meals. In 2017, NCSS students visited Atlassian, Google and WiseTech Global. Applications will open in September. Find out more - http://ncss.edu.au/summer-school/program Torrens University Australia – Day In The Life Creative Workshop July 7 | Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane Campus If you're interested in learning more about a particular creative career, our workshops are just the place. You'll see what it's like to spend a day in the life of a designer or gamer in a collaborative, supporting, like minded environment. And it's Free! Find out more - http://www.billyblue.edu.au/news-events/upcoming-events/sydney/day-inthe-life-creative-workshops-july-sydney
TAFE, VET & Apprenticeships Real Estate Institute of NSW Traineeships Whether you're starting out in real estate, wanting to improve your skills, looking for a career change, or an agency looking for trainee opportunities, a traineeship has something to offer you. REINSW offers traineeships in Cert III in Property Services (Agency) and Cert IV in Property Services (Real Estate). You need to be over 15 years old and no longer at school. Find out more - http://reinsw.canopi.com.au/Training/traineeships MEGT Australian Apprenticeships Information and job vacancies for students, job seekers and employers. 1st year Engineering Apprentice 1st year Carpentry Apprentice See more jobs at - http://www.megt.com.au/ HIA Apprenticeships Australia HIA Apprentices will help you make a smooth transition from school to the workforce – we will be with you every step of the way. You will be carefully matched to a host trainer who is
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looking for an apprentice in the trade you have chosen. We work closely with trade schools across Australia and will help you with your training plan. Find out more - https://hia.com.au/
GUEST SPEAKERS MATTHEW KAMBOS – BUSINESS CADETSHIPS AND CAREERS On Tuesday 15th May, Matthew Kambos, a past school captain of St Spyridon College, spoke to Year 12 students during lunchtime. He informed the students about careers in accountancy, the work of Chartered Accountants ANZ and the cadetship opportunities available to students.
Matthew Kambos speaking to Year 12 students
LUNCHTIME TALKS In recent weeks, Senior students have also had lunchtime presentations from some different universities. Representatives from the UNSW Co-op program, Sydney University and Notre Dame University have informed students about their campuses, courses, scholarships, early offers, overseas exchanges and university life in general. These presentations provide a good opportunity for students to explore all the options available to them and to ask any questions they may have. Future talks will be from ACU (8th June), Western Sydney University (19th June) and Macquarie University (26th June). Senior students are strongly encouraged to attend to find out all about the different universities. HEALTH CAREERS EXCURSION Last Thursday, 17th May, six Year 12 students attended the Child Health careers day at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick. They heard from different health professionalsdoctors, nurses, social workers, nutritionists, play therapists, music therapists, physiotherapists and speech pathologists, to name a few, as well as undertaking tours of
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different hospital areas such as ICU, Pathology labs and the dialysis unit. Students were also able to visit stalls where staff from the different occupations could provide details about their jobs and career pathways.
Joanna Scouteris, Jennifer Contominas and Florence Georges with speech pathology staff and clown doctors at Sydney Childrens Hospital UPCOMING: CAREERS EXPO FRIDAY 1st JUNE Students in Years 11 and 12 will be attending the HSC and Careers Expo at Moore Park on Friday 1st June, leaving School at 12.30pm and returning at 3.00pm. Permission notes are being distributed this week and need to be returned to the front office before the day. Ms G. Hakos Careers Adviser
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