CAREER MAILBOX Wednesday 15th September 2015

DATES TO DIARISE

Reminder: VTAC 2015 Key Dates Timely applications through VTAC Wednesday 30 September 2015 SEAS applications close Tuesday 6 October 2015 Reminder:Scholarships throughVTAC 2016 VTAC Keyclose Dates Friday 16 October 2015

Also, students applying for courses that have extra requirements (i.e. submitting a folio, a pre-selection kit, arranging an interview, etc.) are reminded that failure to meet the deadline date for these means students may no longer be eligible for selection into their desired course.

Students eligible to apply for SEAS are also reminded that you cannot apply for SEAS and VTAC Scholarships until you have made your VTAC application, so putting your VTAC application in soon would be to your advantage!

The VTAC website is www.vtac.edu.au.

GGS CAREER EVENTS for TERM 4

Tuesday 13th October Monash University Cook Theatre 1.15- 1.55pm

USEFUL LINKS FOR YEAR 12’s www.vtac.edu.au Victorian Tertiary Admission Centre for all Year 12 applicants How to register a VTAC user account : Registering for VTAC Course application demo: VATC Course Application Demo SEAS application demo: Demo for Special Entry Access Scheme http://vtac-prod-vtactier-18g6isvzq3ums-1597879423.ap-southeast- 2.elb.amazonaws.com/applying/scholarships.html: Applying for Scholarships Through VTAC

VCE REVISION SESSIONS

News from University Free VCE Lecture Series Victoria University is offering a series of free VCE revision lectures, designed to assist Year 12 students prepare for their exams. Each session is delivered by VCE qualified assessors and teachers, and runs between 3.5 and 4.5 hours and all commencing at 10.00am. Lectures will be offered to prepare for the following VCE exams: . Maths Methods – Saturday 12 September 2015 . Legal Studies – Saturday 19 September 2015 . Accounting – Friday 25 September 2015 . Chemistry – Sunday 27 September 2015 . English – 29 September 2015 . Psychology – Thursday 1 October 2015 . Business Management – Friday 2 October 2015 For more information and to register, visit VCE Revision Lectures

SCHOLARSHIPS

The 2016 C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships open on Monday 7th December 2015 and close on Friday 8th January 2016.

C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships are one of the most generous privately funded scholarships available to undergraduate students in . Each residential scholarship is valued at up to $45,000 over three years.

Information about the C.A.S. Hawker Scholarship and an application form are available at www.hawkerscholarship.org or by contacting the secretary to the Trustees on 08 8127 1654.

The Charles Hawker Scholarship perpetuates the memory of scholar, soldier and pastoralist Charles Allan Seymour Hawker and commemorates the achievements of one of Australia’s most respected statesmen.

C.A.S. Hawker Scholarships have been presented by Governor-General Ms Quentin Bryce AC, Australia’s Chief Scientist Professor Ian Chubb AC, South Australian Premier Hon Jay Weatherill MP and former Speaker of the House of Representatives and Hawker family member Hon David Hawker AO.

The scholarships are available to all Australian students. The majority have been awarded to students entering their first year of university study Selection is largely based on personal qualities and demonstrated leadership as well as academic ability. Undergraduate Hawker Scholars are able to attend a range of Australian educational institutions.

As they prepare for or have commenced their final examinations, I’d respectfully request you inform your year 12 students about the opening date of the 2016 Scholarship and direct them to the website www.hawkerscholarship.org

Best regards

Ian Doyle B Ec. Dip Ed. School Coordinator

www.hawkerscholarship.org

If you don’t wished to be emailed this information please contact me on [email protected]

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Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme The Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme is available to encourage and assist Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students who are studying a health-related course – in one of the following disciplines:

. allied health . midwifery . dentistry/oral health . nursing . medicine The scholarships are worth up to $7,500 per year for part-time study, and $15,000 per year for full time study for the normal duration of the course. These are competitive scholarships and will be awarded on the recommendation of the independent selection committee whose assessment will be based on how applicants address the questions in the application. Applications are now open and will close on 12 October 2015. Late applications will not be accepted under any circumstances. Visit Puggy Hunter Memorial Scholarship Scheme to find out more and to apply.

UNIVERSITY UPDATES

News from Box Hill Institute Advanced Diploma of Engineering Pathway to Deakin Box Hill Institute’s Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology course has an articulation with Deakin University. On successful completion of this course students will receive 18 months credit, and are eligible to enrol directly into the fourth semester of the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering at Deakin University. This course also leads to further studies at other higher educational organisations, and students may receive 1 year to 18 months credits for a four year mechanical engineering degree. The VTAC Code for this advanced diploma is 5100251414. For more information visit Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology or call 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Diploma of Nursing Pathway All Box Hill graduates of the Diploma of Nursing are guaranteed a place in the Bachelor of Nursing at ACU. There are also pathways options available with Latrobe University and Monash University. The VTAC Code for the Diploma of Nursing is 5100210164. Find out more about the Diploma of Nursing at Diploma of Nursing at BHI

News from the Chancellor’s Scholars Guaranteed Entry to Medicine One of the benefits of the University of Melbourne’s Chancellor’s Scholars Program is a guaranteed Commonwealth Supported Place in a wide range of graduate degrees, including the Doctor of Medicine (MD). Besides the fact that applicants eligible for guaranteed entry will not be required to complete the Graduate Australian Medical School Admission Test (GAMSAT), they will be required to: . successfully complete the prerequisite subjects in an undergraduate degree; and . participate in a Multi-Mini Interview (MMI)

Successful Year 12 students may choose to complete the Multi-Mini Interview immediately following Year 12 or they can complete the Multi-Mini Interview as part of the application process in the third year of their undergraduate degree. Applicants who register their interest in the MD Multi-Mini Interview via an online process and who have listed a Chancellor's Scholars Program in their preferences will be contacted by the University and advised of the interview time and place. Students who achieve an ATAR (or notional ATAR) of 99.90 or 99.95 will be granted an interview within the Change of Preference period.

Registrations for the Multi-Mini Interview (MMI) will close on Monday 14 December 2015 at (12.00noon. For more information, including how students can register, visit www.sc.mdhs.unimelb.edu.au/chancellors-scholars-program

Diploma of General Studies (DoGS) Completion of the one-year Diploma in General Studies gives students a guaranteed entry into degree courses at the University of Melbourne. The Diploma in General Studies program is a sampler of the Melbourne bachelor’s degrees, and provides students with the opportunity to study science, commerce, environments, biomedicine or agriculture. The Diploma in General Studies gives students a year of breathing space to decide what they really want to do next, and provides a structured stepping stone to a meaningful outcome – whether that is employment or further study at the University of Melbourne. A minimum ATAR of 50 is required to be considered for the course, and the DoGS program is taught at the Dookie Campus. Applications can be made through VTAC and the VTAC course code is 3800346001 (CSP). Find out more at Diploma of General Studies

Queenstown Resort College (NZ) Students are encouraged to browse the link below if they are interested in a career in - Hospitality Management or Adventure Tourism Management

Visit Queenstown Resort College to find out more!

Diploma Screen and Media (Radio and Television) The Diploma Screen and Media (Radio and Television) is a practical introduction to radio and television presenting, and a pathway for students to try their hand at media production. In summary: . This is a one-year course based at the Chadstone Campus . Students produce a magazine style show for Channel 31 called HIT TV . Students produce radio shows in the Holmesglen Radio Studio . This is a highly practical course offering experience both on air and behind the scenes Pathways for graduates include - . Advanced Diploma in Radio at Australian Film Television and Radio School . Bachelor of Screen at Holmesglen Institute (Waverley Campus) . Bachelor of Media or Film at Deakin University, RMIT, Swinburne and La Trobe University . Entry level employment via industry work placements Interested students might like to attend an Open Thursday Session: Date: Thursday 17 September 2015 OR Thursday 22 October 2015 Time: 5.30pm – 6.30pm Venue: Room 1.1.18, Building 1, Batesford Road in Chadstone Registrations: Open Thursday Session

For more information about the course, visit Diploma Screen and Media (Radio & Television)

Automotive Modern Apprenticeship Program 2016 Applications are now open to those students considering a career in the motor industry and seeking an apprenticeship. Successful candidates will be offered full time employment at a dealer close to their home, and will also receive block training. Dealers involved in this program include Audi, Volkswagen, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mazda, Volvo, Subaru and Renault. For more information on the dealers participating in this program and to access the application form, visit Vantage Automotive Apprenticeship Program

News from Victoria University Victoria University is offering a range of new courses including -

Bachelor of Screen Media - Follow your interests in industries that include film, television, radio, screen culture, online and mobile media production with this Bachelor of Screen Media. Bachelor of Marketing Communication - Experience the diverse and dynamic marketing communication profession as an Early Career Professional by working on real projects for real clients, including managing client projects in our Student-led Communication Agency, undertaking a professional placement, industry mentoring and coaching, and participating in industry tours and industry led workshops. Bachelor of Professional and Creative Writing - Turn your passion for writing into an opportunity to work as a professional or creative writer in the communications, publications or media industries. Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Psychological Studies - Combine studies in psychology with a qualification in law with this double degree, and enhance your employability. Bachelor of Laws (Honours) / Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - Combine studies in psychology with a qualification in law with this double degree plus honours. Bachelor of Information Technology - Create your own unique IT degree to start you on your individual career path. Bachelor of Building (Construction Management) - Building and Construction managers are responsible for the design, development, construction and operation of civil engineering and large scale residential and commercial building projects. Bachelor of Pharmaceutical and Health Science - The Bachelor of Pharmaceutical and Health Science combines the areas of human health and disease with the complementary areas of pharmaceutical, design and synthesis and analysis. Bachelor of Science (Science for Teaching) - The Bachelor of Science (Science for Teaching) will provide students aspiring to become specialist Maths/Science teachers with a solid foundation in Science and/or Maths and facilitate a seamless pathway to a Master of Teaching (Secondary).

News from RMIT University Pathway Diplomas and Associate Degrees to RMIT University RMIT offers a diverse range of pathway programs to assist students in reaching their study and career destination. The pathways at RMIT provide opportunities for students to transfer from one program to another, receive recognition for their existing skills and knowledge, and can be credited towards a degree. Visit Pathways to RMIT Degrees!

Computer Science and Information Technology

Choosing the right Computer Science or IT degree depends on how your wires are connected. RMIT has launched a new animation that will help students recognise the difference between Computer Science and Information Technology programs at RMIT. Check out a useful animation here - Computer Science and IT

Scholarships available in Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Radiations) The Department of Health (Victoria) is offering five scholarships of $10,000 for RMIT nuclear medicine students studying the Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Radiations) nuclear medicine stream in 2016. Students who are hoping to study this course next year are encouraged to visit Nuclear Medicine Scholarships or contact RMIT Medical Sciences on (03) 9925 7075 or email [email protected]

A, B & Z ADVISORY LETTERS Each applicant who applies to Monash University will receive correspondence from MADA with regards to the steps that they need to take, these could in the form of either an A letter, B letter or Z letter. Z letters are given to students who have been interviewed for either Architecture or a double degree.

The premise of each letter is: A letter: If you meet the minimum academic Monash requirements ie: 70 ATAR (or equivalent) and minimum English requirements you will be granted a place in the course you applied for.

B letter: If you meet the minimum academic Monash requirements ie: 70 ATAR (or equivalent) and minimum English requirements you may be granted a place in the course you applied for.

Z letter: Is a holding letter, meaning the University requires further information or time to assess your application. As above, this is typically for Architecture and double degree.

All these RMIT courses will send out A, B and C letters and each of them will be different dates and timings that they get sent. I've included the list with RMIT program codes that may be useful if you are looking up programs on the RMIT website.

Applicants should receive an advisory letter mid December by 14th of December 2015. All these courses will send out A, B and C letters. Each of them will be different dates and timings that they get sent. AD007 Associate Degree in Design (Furniture) AD014 Associate Degree in Fashion Design and Technology AD016 Associate Degree in Professional Writing and Editing AD020 Associate Degree in Interior Decoration and Design AD022 Associate Degree in Graphic Design BH103 Bachelor of Fashion (Design) (Honours) BH115 Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours) BP115 Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) BP121 Bachelor of Arts (Textile Design) BP201 Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) BP203 Bachelor of Design (Animation and Interactive Media) BP214 Bachelor of Design (Games) BP219 Bachelor of Communication (Advertising) BP256 Bachelor of Landscape Architectural Design BP257 Bachelor of Arts (Creative Writing) C4218 Certificate IV in Textile Design and Development C4276 Certificate IV in Sound Production

C4312 Certificate IV in Photo Imaging C4322 Certificate IV in Design C4348 Certificate IV in Live Production and Technical Services C4355 Certificate IV in Interior Decoration C5216 Diploma of Screen and Media C5308 Diploma of Visual Arts C5315 Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing C5316 Diploma of Graphic Design C5325 Diploma of Visual Merchandising C5329 Diploma of Product Design C5333 Diploma of Interior Design & Decoration C6125 Advanced Diploma of Professional Screenwriting

Peter Craig & Mary-Anne Lewis Head of Careers Career Practitioner Geelong Grammar School Geelong Grammar School Phone: +61 3 52739265 Phone: +61 3 52739261 Email: [email protected] Thanks to Jacky Burton for additional items