University News
UNSW - Year 12 Medicine Information Evening
18 March, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Leighton Hall, Scientia Building, Kensington.
This evening provides a general overview of the UNSW Medicine degree as well as detailed information on our application and admissions process for 2021 from current staff and students in the Faculty of Medicine. The evening is also a great opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about what it's like to be a student studying Medicine at UNSW, what the interview process is like, or anything else that may be on your mind. This event is extremely popular and will fill to capacity. Please register as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. https://www.events.unsw.edu.au/event/year-12-medicine-information-evening-0
Law Admission Test LAT
9 May, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
Do you want to find out more about how the Law Admission Test (LAT) affects entry into our Law double degrees? The LAT is an entry requirement for all undergraduate law double degree programs at UNSW. This information evening will cover how the LAT has worked for entry in the past, provide detailed program and Faculty information, as well as key LAT dates for the year ahead.
Our LAT Information Evening is for Year 11 and 12 students and their parents, career advisers and students currently studying at another university who are hoping to transfer to UNSW Law in 2021. https://www.events.unsw.edu.au/event/law-admission-test-lat-information-evening
Degrees and Scholarships Information Evening
16 June & 18 June, 6.00pm to 8.00pm
We know that choosing what to study at university can be a complex decision. This is a chance for you and your parents to come along and learn about the exciting degrees, career options and scholarships available to you. Our knowledgeable staff, industry graduates and current students will provide insight into the experience of studying with us as well as high school subject selection, the admissions process and applying for scholarships and the Co-op Program.
16 June - https://www.events.unsw.edu.au/event/unsw-degrees-and-scholarships-info-evenings
18 June - https://www.events.unsw.edu.au/event/unsw-degrees-and-scholarships-info-evenings-0
Art and Design Information Evening
11 June
This event will focus on UNSW Art & Design, hosted at our specialist Paddington Campus. It’s a chance for you and your parents to gain an insight into life as a creative student and what it means to be a practising contemporary artist, designer, media creator or arts worker in today’s global economy. Our expert staff, industry graduates and current students will provide their insights into the experience of being a UNSW Art & Design student and share their advice for high school students including careers, the admissions process and Portfolio Entry pathways. You’ll also find out about our degree structures, studio-specialisations, and global exchange network with opportunities at over 300 prestigious institutions across the world. https://www.events.unsw.edu.au/event/art-design-degrees-info-evening-0
Experience Business Day
17 April, 9.30am to 3.30pm
Kensington Campus
Are you the next future business leader? Find out what life as a UNSW Business School student is really like and where it can take you at Experience UNSW Business Day. This event has been specifically designed for Year 12 students and will allow you to take part in interactive workshops, network with clubs and societies and get answers to your questions about life at UNSW. Business workshops to choose from: Accounting; Actuarial Studies; Business Analytics; Business Law; Economics; Finance; Financial Technology; Information Systems; Management; Marketing https://www.events.unsw.edu.au/event/experience-unsw-business-day-0
UTS - Bachelor of Accounting Scholarship Applications for 2021
Round 1 Interviews Closing Date - Friday, 29 May 2020
Round 2 Interviews Closing Date - Friday, 16 October 2020
Entry to the Bachelor of Accounting is very competitive and is not based on ATAR score alone. Selection criteria are:
- A genuine and informed interest in an accounting-based career
- Personal attributes needed to succeed both as a student and in a business career - communication skills, inter-personal skills, team-working skills, problem-solving skills, enthusiasm and dedication
- Involvement and achievement in a range of activities and interests
- Demonstrated leadership qualities or potential
- Academic ability (desirable ATAR: 95)
Information here: https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/business/business-courses/undergraduate-programs/bachelor-accounting/scholarship
Apply here: https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/business/business-courses/undergraduate-programs/bachelor-accounting/application
ACU –University Experience Workshops 2020
ACU Canberra - 8 July
ACU North Sydney - 16 July
Would you like a taste of university life before you enrol to study at ACU? Attend our free university experience day. Tailored to your study area of interest, the day gives insight into on-campus life. If you’re considering university study in the next year or two, you can sample life as a university student by registering for a university experience program. As a program participant, you’ll spend a day at your local campus where you’ll be able to participate in hands-on workshops related to your degree of choice, meet staff and students, explore your local ACU campus, learn about industries and careers, get helpful tips on preparing for university and soak up the campus atmosphere.
https://www.acu.edu.au/student_experience/student_life/experience_uni_before_you_start/university_experience
Personalised Student Tours
Our team can provide a more personalised experience for students who are thinking about studying at ACU. If your student would like to individually visit an ACU campus or speak to ACU staff about our course offerings personalised tours are available at the Ballarat and Canberra campuses or at 10.00am or 3.00pm at the Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney campuses. Tours run for approximately 30 minutes.
https://www.acu.edu.au/student-life/experience-uni-before-you-start/explore-your-local-campus/campus-tours
Virtual Tour North Sydney Campus
https://www.acu.edu.au/locations/north-sydney/north-sydney-virtual-tour
Virtual Tour Strathfield Campus
https://www.acu.edu.au/locations/strathfield/strathfield-virtual-tour
SCU - Star Early Offer Program 2020
Opens 2 April. Closes 11 September.
Notifications 9 November.
The STAR program allows you to secure your place in any Southern Cross University degree before your ATAR results are even released. It’s designed to remove some of the pressure from Year 12 and give you a pathway directly into university study that is not based on your ATAR, but instead considers your high school grades and your school principal’s recommendation. With such a broad range of degrees on offer, it’s an amazing opportunity to think about your skills, your passions and your future. https://www.scu.edu.au/star-early-offer/
University of Notre Dame Early - Offer Program for 2021
Applications for Semester 1, 2021 close 31 July 2020.
We know Year 12 can be stressful that's why we provide you with the opportunity to secure a place at Notre Dame – prior to your exams – through our Early Offer Program. This exclusive program is open to Year 12 students who have demonstrated academic excellence and/or are making a significant contribution to their school or community. https://www.notredame.edu.au/study/early-offer/early-offer-fremantle
The University of Melbourne - Interstate Information Day
17 April, 8.30am to 6.00pm
Parkville Campus
The day will focus on aspects of the university that are of greater concern to interstate students such as the application process, scholarships, student services, accommodation options and financial assistance. This year we will also have faculty participation with a ‘Faculty Speed Dating’ session. Participants will have an opportunity to ask current University of Melbourne students who have come from interstate about their experience and how they managed the transition. The program will also include accommodation tours for those interested with an option to join a college residential college community for dinner in their dining hall. https://study.unimelb.edu.au/connect-with-us/events-for-future-students/all-events-listing/interstate-student-information-day
TAFE News
TAFE NSW Scholarships Support Students to Study
Every student deserves the opportunity to explore their talents. TAFE NSW scholarships provides students the chance to reach their full potential regardless of their circumstance. Hundreds of scholarships are on offer. Applications are now open. Visit https://www.tafensw.edu.au/enrol/payment-funding/scholarships
The Best Jobs for School Leavers and TAFE NSW Can Help
TAFE NSW has a list of awesome jobs for school leavers to get their hands dirty and earn good coin. From Barista skills making that perfect cup of coffee to serving the country in the Defence Force, we’ve got courses for your students ready to leave school. https://www.tafensw.edu.au/career-advice/start-my-career/blog/-/blogs/the-best-jobs-for-school-leavers.
Maxima Indigenous Traineeships and Apprenticeships
An amazing and comprehensive site to support indigenous youth into employment, training, apprenticeships and traineeships. Call for more information - 1300 669 859 https://maxima.com.au/jobseekers/indigenous-employment/indigenous-careers/
Steps to Becoming an Australian Apprentice
Apprenticeships are a great way to earn money while learning a trade! Getting started in an apprenticeship can seem a little daunting, but it can be broken down into four easy-to-understand steps. Research; Preparation; Job Hunting and Sign-up. If you would like to learn more about each step, plus heaps more useful information, visit https://www.aapathways.com.au/job-hunting/steps
Sarina Russo Apprenticeships
Want an apprenticeship? Register to view the job board. Incentives and allowances for apprentices also explained.
Sarina Russo Job Access (Australia)
Is the largest Australian-owned private-sector jobactive provider with 93 sites in Queensland, Victoria, New South Wales and ACT.
https://www.sarinarusso.com/apprenticeship/
WPC Group - Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Automotive, Hospitality, Business, Carpentry Electrical, Fitter-Welder, Horticulture.
WPC Group not for profit specialises in Apprenticeships & Traineeships. We discuss apprenticeships and traineeships with students and can assist with mock interviews, resume writing and preparing students for the workforce. Today, we employ and train more than 650 apprentices and trainees through national programs. https://www.wpcgroup.org.au/
College News
Flight Centre Travel Academy - Diploma and Bachelor Courses Open Day.
Our personalised Open Day has been designed to give you all the information you need to get started on your study journey with us. At these sessions, you can find out more detail about our courses, hear from industry experts and check out our campus facilities and meet with our facilitation team. These Open Days will be tailored to your needs and your schedule, choose a time and date, online or on-campus that suits you! Fill in the form below to get started and we'll be in touch to organise your personalised open day experience. https://www.fctravelacademy.com/information-sessions
Sydney Design School - Interior Design Information Session
Wednesday, 25 March 2020 6.00pm
Thursday 16 April 2020 1.00pm
Level 2, 40 Oxley Street, St Leonards
If you’re passionate about becoming an Interior Designer or Interior Decorator then we invite you to join us for a free information session to learn more. While you’re here, have a look around and view our graduate’s exciting work. A presentation from our Director, Amanda Grace will give you a clear idea about what it’s like to study at the School and provide you with information about career opportunities in the interior design and decoration industries after you graduate. https://sydneydesignschool.com.au/information-sessions/
Information Evenings
Saturday, 2 May. 10.00am – 12.00pm
Twice a year in May and November we open our studios for a morning of creative exploration! Bring family and friends and get hands on building an interiors mood board, play with 3D modelling or walk through our student work exhibition. Our Director Amanda Grace will take you through our course options and give you a comprehensive introduction to our School community. https://sydneydesignschool.com.au/information-sessions/
Academy of Interactive Entertainment - Career in Games & Film Information Evening
Wednesday, 19 March. 6.00pm-8.00pm
33 Mountain St, Ultimo
Considering a career in games, 3D or VFX? Discover AIE’s courses in Game Art & Animation, Programming and Game Design. Learn about entry requirements and career pathways. Rego required. RSVP https://aie.edu.au/infoevening.
Online Experience Day
Saturday, 28 March
If you have ever wanted to study 3D animation, game design or VFX for film online with AIE then our Online Experience Day is an ideal opportunity to find out more! Course overview sessions will be running on the range of online courses in 3D animation, game art, game programming and game design offered by AIE. You will get to participate in workshops, guest speaker talks and much more. Have a question? Don’t worry, pop by and one of our friendly staff from AIE online will assist. With classes starting all the time, starting your career as a game developer or 3D animator has never been easier. Register now for this FREE online event. https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/online-experience-day/
Australian College of Beauty Therapy
14 March. 10.00am to 1.00pm
Whether you dream of delivering luxe spa treatments or being a full owner running your own beauty salon, it all starts with a qualification from ACBT. https://www.acbt.edu.au/openday/
NIDA - Open Day
13 June
Kensington
From backstage tours to alumni and course talks, free shows, NIDA Open classes and more, we have a jam-packed schedule of events to showcase everything that makes NIDA one of the top 10 drama schools in the world (2018 Hollywood Reporter ranking)! https://www.nida.edu.au/courses/open-day
Extra News
Australian Defence Force Academy – Application process
Applying for ADFA is a competitive, dual application process that can take up to 12 months. It's preferable you apply in Year 11, but you can still apply in Year 12. To start the ADF application process, use our degree and job match tool to explore the courses through ADFA, and the careers they can lead to. You can choose from a range of UNSW degrees, each of which leads directly to an officer role in the Navy, Army or Air Force. You will also need to ensure you are eligible. You may also like to attend ADFA Open Day where you can experience ADFA, meet staff and students, take a tour and view military displays. https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/australian-defence-force-academy/how-to-apply/
Gap Year Applications Open or Register Your Interest
A Gap Year in the Australian Defence Force is not only a chance to experience what a career in the Navy, Army or Air Force could be like, but also to have a year full of adventure, new friends, new skills, leadership, and travel. An ADF Gap Year is a truly unique opportunity for you to grow and figure out what next step you’ll take in life. To be eligible to apply, you'll need to be an Australian citizen aged between 18 and 24 on completion of military training (dates vary by job). You'll also need to have completed Year 12 (subject passes required vary by job) and have passes in Year 10 English and Maths. Refer to individual job pages for more information. Applications are currently closed. Register your interest below and get notified when applications open in 2020 for Gap Year roles. https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year/?faqCategory=1ce888ec-d56d-486a-b0ae-76b76335231e&faqTag=recruitment-process
Challenges Abroad Australia International Volunteering
Overseas internship opportunities in education, business or health. We offer exceptional opportunities to further your life skills and to create incredible experiences, all while helping disadvantaged communities around the world. Our challenging treks and volunteer projects take you to some of the world’s most extraordinary places: from the lost Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru, to the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. http://www.challengesabroad.com.au/
LETZ LIVE - UK Gap Year Programme Working in a Boarding School
We have working holiday opportunities in North America and the United Kingdom. Do one or combine them both - the decision is yours! https://www.letzlive.org
Camp Leaders Australia Applications
Applications Summer season in the USA. Summer camp in America is your chance to do something different. We’ve sent thousands of people to work abroad in the USA and with hundreds of roles to choose from, there’s going to be something to suit you too. https://www.campleaders.com/au/
2020 Standardised Test Dates - Study in the USW - SAT Testing Dates and Advice
SAT | ACT |
14 March | 8 February |
2 May | 4 April |
29 August TBC | 13 June |
3 October TBC | 18 July |
5 December | 12 September |
| 10 October |
| 12 December |
Interest in studying in the US is becoming so popular the SAT testing centres in Sydney are reaching capacity well before the registration deadline. Given these test seat limitations, it is imperative for students to plan. To help with this, below we have included the SAT and ACT Standardised Test dates as well as SAT Subject Test dates. To learn more about SAT Subject Tests we invite you to read our article titled ‘Optional standardised tests for admission purposes to US uni’s - who should take them?’ We have also updated an article which summarises the SAT and ACT as well as an article which provides an overview of the US admission process. From 2019 in Australia the ACT has moved to computer-based testing (CBT) where the SAT continues to be a hard copy testing format. https://www.internationallyeducated.com.au/single-post/2020/02/25/2020-Standardised-Test-Dates