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Keep an eye out in Term 2 for the following careers events at Assumption College:
- Excursion to the Brisbane Careers Expo
- Espresso Machine Operation Course (Barista)
- Year 10 Work Experience
BRISBANE CAREERS & EMPLOYMENT EXPO 2024
Assumption College is offering Year 10, 11 and 12 students the opportunity to attend the Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo on Friday, 24 May 2024. The expo promises to host over 160 organisations and employers with career opportunities. The event is recommended for students considering employment, looking for a career path or seeking career information.
Students attending the Brisbane Careers and Employment Expo should complete the previously distributed permission slip and return it to the College before Friday 10 May 2024. Please note that a minimum number of students are required for the excursion. Due to seating numbers on the bus, student seats will be allocated when the attached permission slip is returned.
The College would like to offer Year 11 and 12 students the opportunity to participate in an Expresso Machine Operation Skillset Course. This is a three-day course that provides students with the skills and knowledge to work in Barista environments. This is a useful course for many hospitality pathways and the course has the benefit of awarding two points towards the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE), to successful students.
The course compromises both theory and practical work and will be delivered at Assumption College by a trainer from Aurora Training Institute (RTO Code 32237). The cost is $240 and will be added on to College fees.
THE HOTEL SCHOOL AUSTRALIA
Year 12 students are invited to experience a future career in Hotel and Event Management at the prestigious The Langham Gold Coast.
This event provides an immersive experience for students interested in delving into the world of Hotel and Event Management. It aims to equip them with not only knowledge, but also the inspiration and resources necessary to begin their journey.
Industry Insights event details:
Date: Saturday, 18 May 2024
Time: 10am – 1pm
Location: The Langham Gold Coast, 38 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
At this event, students will have the opportunity to:
- Engage with industry professionals and gain first-hand knowledge of the hospitality industry.
- Meet The Hotel School team, who are committed to nurturing and guiding students towards their career aspirations.
- Go on a behind-the-scenes tour of a luxury hotel and get a glimpse into life working in the industry.
- Participate in a hands-on workshop designed to enhance event management skills, foster creativity, and provide practical experience.
- Connect with like-minded individuals, who could potentially be a future work colleagues.
Please note RSVP is essential as numbers are limited.
MEAT-TECH FUTURES CAMP
The ‘Meat-Tech Futures’ Camp is an educational experience aimed at inspiring the next generation to revolutionise the red meat processing industry. This immersive experience is a program developed alongside industry, AgTech education specialists and AMPC (Australian Meat Processors Corporation) to inspire students, empower teachers, and engage the local community to foster the technological innovation needed to sustain Australia’s agricultural sector.
Program Information:
Dates: 20 - 21 June 2024
Times: 8:45am - 3:30pm
Location: The University of Southern Queensland
Ages: 16+ (Years 11 and 12 students)
Register Online: https://www.integratedstem.com.au/programs/meat-tech-futures/
UQ DEGREE DISCOVERY SERIES
Attend an interactive session facilitated by UQ academics and current students on the benefits of studying at The University of Queensland.
Each week, UQ will hold 1 to 2 webinars focusing on a selected study area, providing students with detailed information on specific study pathways.
What’s involved
- Hear from the experts about UQ programs and where they can take you
- Learn about pathways to attend UQ
- Gain an insight into life as a university student from current UQ students
- Ask the questions you need answered in an interactive Q&A
Who should attend
- High school students in years 10, 11 or 12
- Parents and guardians
Cost
This is a free event.
Fore more information, click here.
FUTURE SKILLS SUMMIT 2024
April 30 to May 30, 2024
A full day conference event for high school students in years 9 -12 held at three locations over three dates.
This event is designed to provide young people with the opportunity to experience the skills they need for the future of work. Inspire future thinking featuring “a day in the life” of some of Australia’s innovation superstars from future industry sectors.
Choose from interactive workshops and earn a digital micro-credential.
Dates & locations
Sunshine Coast: 30 April | TAFE QLD East Coast Mooloolaba Campus
Brisbane: 21 May | QUT Kelvin Grove Campus
Gold Coast: 30 May | Bond University Gold Coast Campus
TORRENS UNIVERSITY | VIRTUAL OPEN DAY
May 7 to May 9, 2024
Join Torrens University online as their academics talk students through the courses on offer and how to get the most out of studying with them.
- Design and Creative Technology: Tuesday 7 May – 6 – 7pm (AEST)
- Health and Education: Wednesday 8 May – 6 – 7pm (AEST)
- Business and Hospitality: Thursday 9 May – 6 – 7pm (AEST)
JMC ACADEMY | MAY 2024 OPEN DAY, BRISBANE
May 18, 2024
Things to do at Open Day:
- Tour facilities and tech
- Explore in hands-on workshops
- Meet current students and industry expert lecturers
- Check out live student performances
- Build a creative network
- Speak to student admissions.
GRIFFITH | CREATIVE ARTS OPEN DAY 2024
May 19, 2024
Explore a world of creative expression as Griffith University showcases its vibrant community of artists, designers, performers, and writers. Open Day includes workshops, exhibitions, and demonstrations across a spectrum of disciplines, from visual and performing arts to film and animation, industrial design, architecture and more.
BiG DAY IN | BRISBANE
May 28, 2024
Join the University of Queensland for the 2024 BiG Day In Brisbane – hear from speakers from organisations such as Woolworths, Westpac, Technology One, Australian Signals Directorate & more to come to learn where a STEM career can lead. Appropriate for students from Year 9 -12.
UQ | CAREER PULSE
May 29, 2024
Explore career paths open at UQ’s free, career-focused event for high school students.
- Hear from academic staff, industry professionals, UQ graduates and current students.
- Identify individual strengths and interests and match these with future career opportunities.
- See UQ’s St Lucia campus and check out facilities.
YES (Young Entrepreneur Summit) | LOGAN
June 5, 2024
Led by young leaders, for young leaders, YES (Young Entrepreneur Summit) is Australia’s Premier Youth Leadership Day. It’s a one-day, interactive summit designed to inspire and empower a generation of brave, creative and entrepreneurial young leaders.
YES is an event for Primary School and Secondary School students that features keynote presentations, panel discussions and interactive group workshops on a whole range of ‘adulting skills’ such as leadership, public speaking, financial literacy, ideation, collaboration and team work.
TOOWOOMBA CAREERS EXPO 2024
July 9, 2024
The 2024 Toowoomba Careers Expo is a must for anyone interested in starting, changing or upgrading their career, including high school students and their parents, mature age and post graduate students, career seekers of all ages, employers looking for staff training, and others.
This annual free community Toowoomba Careers Expo offers a wealth of information for visitors, including:
- Access the latest careers, course study and employment options.
- Advice on enrollment procedures.
- Talk to local and national employers.
- Opportunity to talk to admissions staff.
- Meet with interstate and overseas exhibitors.
- Info on bursaries, scholarship and application procedures.
- Compare courses from different providers
- Students services, GAP and exchange programs
HOW SCHOOL BASED APPRENTICESHIPS & TRAINEESHIPS WORK
School-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs) allow high school students (usually in Years 10, 11 or 12) to earn a wage, train towards a nationally recognised qualification and study towards their Queensland Certificate of Education at the same time.
Use your SAT to kick-start your career and learn invaluable, real-life workplace skills and hands-on industry experience.
Specific requirements
There are specific requirements for SATs that apply to:
- age limits
- paid work and minimum hours
- parental consent
- school support and timetables.
- Some of the training and/or work must take place during school hours.
Read more about eligibility and requirements.
OPAL HEALTHCARE ACADEMY
TRAINEESHIP PROGRAM
Opal Healthcare Academy's Support Officer Traineeship program gives students more than just a Certificate III in Individual Support. It gives competence and confidence through a structured program that supports students to earn as they learn.
Students will receive:
- An intensive orientation to set up for success from the start – no qualification required
- Online learning, weekly training sessions and competency assessments to prepare the traineeship with confidence
- A supportive guide to answer questions and give advice
- Enrolment in a traineeship with work placement at a care community that it is easy and familiar.
- A qualification – Certificate III in Individual Support
Click here for more information.
If students would like to experience working in a career in which they are interested, they can visit the Careers office (Room 105) for discussion and support. The Careers Department assists students with work experience, including choosing pathways best suited to their career interest and preparing them with work skills to make the experience both enjoyable and successful.
SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS
Get paid to study teaching
Students committed to studying an Initial Teacher Education (ITE) program, the Department of Education and Teach Queensland are here to help.
They offer financial support, access to unique teaching experiences and permanent employment as a teacher through the following scholarships and grants.
Check to see if you’re eligible and how to apply. For more information, click here.
SCHOLARSHIPS
UNSW Co-op Program
Opens: May 1, 2024
Closes: September 30, 2024
A Co-op Program scholarship provides industry training, professional development, networking and financial support for selected undergraduate students in the disciplines of Business, Engineering, and Science.
There are over 300 current Co-op scholars who join more than 3,500 UNSW Co-op Alumni. The experience and networks their scholars develop enrich their time at university and give them an invaluable head start upon entering the work force.
HEAD START | USQ
Applications for Trimester 2, 2024 are now open and there are over 70 courses to choose from. Stay up to date with application and study period start dates by checking the UniSQ Head Start key dates page.
- UniPrep is a pathway to most UniSQ undergraduate degrees for high school students; focusing on developing academic skills to prepare students for transition to university.
- UniPrep is an ideal program for Year 11 or Year 12 students who:
- want an introduction to how to study at university level
- want to find out more about university
- fall short of a required ATAR or didn’t do the subjects needed for the degree of choice and want to go to university
- are unsure if their ATAR will get them into the UniSQ degree they want to study.
- This is a free program for Year 11 and 12 students who are Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens residing in Australia, or a Permanent Humanitarian Visa holder.
- Successful completion of UniPrep provides students with the English subject pre-requisite required for UniSQ degrees and ensures they are eligible to apply for a range of specified UniSQ undergraduate degrees. On successful completion of UniPrep, students will also be eligible for 2 QCE points.
- This program is funded through the Australian government’s Higher Education Participation and Partnership Program to promote equality of opportunity in higher education to people from a low socio-economic background, regional and remote areas and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Entry Schemes
Universities usually offer entry schemes to help specific groups of students to gain admission. Each university decides which students they want to capture, but the groups they target might include: high achievers; those from diverse or disadvantaged backgrounds; students from rural areas, those who attend ‘partner schools’; or ones who are elite athletes or performers, and so on. Entry schemes generally offer adjusted academic requirements and/or broader admission criteria such as personal qualities, leadership experience, or community involvement to applicants.
Pathways
The word ‘pathway’ is often used as an umbrella term to describe the journey from one career stage to the next, however, a ‘pathway to university’ refers to a structured program or course designed to help students transition from school to university. This is achieved by providing additional support or preparation, if potential applicants haven’t met the entry requirements. These may be designed and run by the university, or be in the form of VET Certificate or Diploma courses. Upon successful completion of a pathway program, students can often progress directly into a degree.
Early Offers
Most Australian universities allow Year 12 students to apply for ‘early offers’, but navigating these schemes is tricky because each university’s program has a different name, application process, and admission criteria. Here’s a broad breakdown to help clarify things.
What is an ‘early offer’? Admission into a course before receiving Year 12 results.
How do students apply? Directly through the university’s application portal, through the state’s Tertiary Admission Centre, or in some cases apply through both.
How is an application assessed? Applications may be assessed based upon Year 11 results, a recommendation from school, involvement in extra-curricular activities, and/or other criteria set by each university.
Is an early offer guaranteed? In some cases, yes, however, most early offers are ‘conditional’ meaning applicants still need to meet admission criteria set by the university before an offer becomes ‘unconditional’ and enrolment can happen. The criteria varies, but often includes successfully competing the QCE, achieving a certain ATAR or subject prerequisites and other course requirements. Universities will start releasing early offers in September.
University Entry Schemes & Pathways
The 2025 University Entry Schemes and Pathways directory, published by Career Tools, summarises the early offer programs for Australian universities.
This directory has been emailed to Year 12 students. They can click on the name of a university they are interested in for an overview of the early offer program and a snapshot of its requirements. Each page links out to full details about the program, and with links to the institution’s other entry schemes and pathway programs.
This is a good place for students to start exploring the vast array of entry programs on offer and to quickly get an idea of what they may be eligible to apply for. It will also show when and how to apply, and what students need to get applications started. Be sure to also connect with the Careers department for the best support and advice for personal circumstances and tailored application advice.
The Aurora Education Foundation is a First Nations Peoples organisation that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to realise their full education and employment potential. Through their interconnected programs and pathways, they walk with students from high school through to university and the workplace, redefining Indigenous educational and employment success. Click here to read more about the foundation and what they can offer students including the following programs found under Our Work located on the top navigation bar:
- Rise
- High School Program
- Internships
- Scholarships and Study Tour
- Indigenous Pathways Portal
INSPIREU HEALTH SCIENCE CAMP
InspireU Health is a week-long (23 - 28 June 2024) university experience to learn about health sciences. Year 11-12 students will get to explore potential study options and gain practical insights into a range of disciplines.
Eligibility
Students are eligible if they:
- are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
- are enrolled in high school at the time of application
- are enrolled in ATAR subjects and eligible for an ATAR score
- have a school attendance rate of 90% or greater.
What to expect
Students will:
- participate in a week-long on-campus residential camp
- attend engaging sessions to further understand health science
- take part in practical, hands-on experiences
- explore UQ facilities and services
- connect with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
- meet fellow high school students.
Cost
There are no costs for students.
All reasonable costs for the camp, including all travel, flights, accommodation, meals and excursions are paid for by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU).
Contact
For details about InspireU or the Health Science Camp, email inspireu@uq.edu.au.
About InspireU
The InspireU Program is designed to engage and inspire young Indigenous high school students to further their studies at university and broaden their career possibilities. Students participate in on-campus residential camps, where they will explore their future career and study options.
INSPIREU YEAR 12 CAMP
InspireU is a week-long (30 June - 5 July 2024) residential camp to learn more about preparing for university at The University of Queensland's (UQ) St Lucia campus.
Students will explore different study options plus learn about applying through QTAC, scholarships, financial assistance, admissions pathways, tutoring and accommodation.
Eligibility
Students are eligible if they:
- are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent
- are enrolled in high school at the time of application
- are enrolled in ATAR subjects and eligible for an ATAR score
- have a school attendance rate of 90% or greater.
What to expect
Students will:
- participate in a week-long on-campus residential camp
- attend engaging sessions to understand a range of disciplines
- take part in practical, hands-on experiences
- explore UQ facilities and services
- connect with current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students
- meet fellow high school students.
Costs
There are no costs for students.
All reasonable costs for the camp, including all travel, flights, accommodation, meals and excursions, are paid for by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit (ATSISU).
Contact
For more details about InspireU or the Year 12 Camp, email inspireu@uq.edu.au.
About InspireU
The InspireU Program is designed to engage and inspire young Indigenous high school students to further their studies at university and broaden their career possibilities. Students participate in on-campus residential camps, where they will explore their future career and study options.
THE 2024 VICTORIAN INDIGENOUS ENGINEERING WINTER SCHOOL (VIEWS)
What is VIEWS?
The Victorian Indigenous Engineering Winter School (VIEWS) is an exciting program for Year 10, 11 and 12 Indigenous students from across Australia that will expand students perspective on all things engineering. Over 5 days students will get an insight into what it’s like to study and work in engineering, information technology and tech.
Students will have the opportunity to experience first-hand the work of engineers and IT specialists, meet Indigenous engineering professionals and discover pathways into engineering and IT.
Who can attend?
VIEWS is for Year 10, 11 and 12 Indigenous students enrolled in Maths or Science subjects.
This program may be of interest to students if they:
- Enjoy problem-solving and finding practical ways to overcome challenges
- Like taking things apart to find out how they work
- Are interested in the latest technologies
- Want to use their skills to help shape the future
What’s involved?
Applications for 2024 are open, students can apply via the link below
What does it cost?
There is no cost to participate. All expenses are covered; flights, accommodation at University College, food during the camp and university led social nights.
When is it?
Saturday 29th June to Saturday 6th July 2024
Applications for VIEWS 2024 will open in January 2024
Contact us
The VIEWS Coordinator
Email: eng-views@unimelb.edu.au
Telephone: +613 8344 7974
UNSW BRAGG STUDENT PRIZE
The UNSW Bragg Student Prize for Science Writing is a competition for Year 7-10 students in Australia.
In 800 words, describe some great community interaction with conservation and biodiversity. Your essay could cover:
- What is the best citizen science project – how does it work and how is it used? Examples include Frog ID, Birdwatch
- How is your school or local community involved in conservation?
- How are Indigenous values inherent in conservation practices?
- How do scientists work with communities in conservation research?
References do not count towards the word count.
The competition opens 29 April, 2024.
BUFTA 2024
Opens: May 1, 2024
Closes: September 16, 2024
The Bond University Film & Television Awards (BUFTA) is one of the premier film competitions for High School students around Australia – and for the first time in 2023 BUFTA is now open to film submissions from across the globe.