Newsletter 5: TIS
Tertiary Information Service (TIS) for Year 12
Now that you’re half way through your Year 12 many of you are thinking about what you want to do next year. Some have scheduled an appointment with Pheona in careers (see below), and if you haven’t, get onto it! The new VTAC guides will be released on July 24 and applications open on August 3. Copies of the TAFE Guide are also available now. Pheona is here to help you with your application and everything relating to it!
To help with figuring out what you’re going to do next year you will be attending the Eastern TIS Event, which is a Tertiary Information Session. Instead of mentor on Thursday June 25 you’ll meet on the basketball courts and two buses will take you to Deakin University in Burwood. Bring your lunch with you, although you may have a chance to buy something at the Deakin cafe! The buses will leave Deakin University at 1pm and return to school in time for periods 5&6.
The Tertiary Information Service (TIS) provides you with an opportunity to explore a range of options for next year. You’ll be entertained by a theatre troupe and band of musicians, will participate in a Q&A session with University staff and students, then attend a shopping centre style expo manned by a variety of TAFE, University and ITC providers. ITC providers are Independent Tertiary Colleges. The Army will probably be there too.
Attending Eastern TIS will help with your VTAC and TAFE applications!
Managed Individual Pathways (MIPs) Appointments
Year 12 students are encouraged to make an appointment with Pheona to revise Year 11 MIPs plans and modify it depending on what you want to do next year – work, TAFE, Uni, etc. Simply write your name on the appointment schedule sheet outside the Careers office. Appointments can be made during periods 3&4 on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Please note: Pheona will be away during the last week of term so appointments will be with Jackie Love instead.
Before your appointment think about your abilities, interests and experiences. What are your hopes and visions for the future? Consider ideas relating to work and study.
Remember: a choice made today is not a choice made forever. People are no longer locked into one occupation or education level.
Changes to TAFE fees
The Victorian Government has announced changes to TAFE education under the Jobs for Your Future: Skills for Victoria reforms, taking effect from July 1. Changes coincide with the Commonwealth government decision to allow TAFE students to access a loan scheme similar to the Higher Education FEE-HELP scheme (formally HECS). It is expected that the VET FEE-HELP scheme will allow students in some TAFE programs (including diplomas and advanced diplomas) to defer payment of fees. Fees for students enrolling from July 1 will vary according to the level of qualification in which they enrol. Courses will be offered at the following levels: foundation, skills creation (Cert I & II), apprenticeships and traineeships, skills building (Cert III & IV) and skills deepening (diplomas and advanced diplomas). It is expected that fees for skills building courses will be about $1,000pa in 2010 and about $2,000pa for skills deepening courses.
Changes to Centrelink for gap year students
Taking a gap year (year off between VCE and University) can be rewarding, leading to valuable life experiences, travel, personal growth and a year away from the stress of study. Previously, students who took a gap year and earned more than $20,000 were eligible for an independent rate of Austudy when they attended University – which is more money than Youth Allowance and allowed them to live with their parents and still receive financial support. The Federal government has proposed to close this loophole from the start of next year. Now you will have to work 30 hours per week for 18 months to qualify. You are only eligible for Youth Allowance if your parents earn below a certain middle-to-low income threshold (regardless of whether they share their money with you!).
A representative from Centrelink will discuss these issues amongst others with Year 12 students on October 15 at a year level assembly. For more information please visit http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/individuals/st_index.htm
Proposed changes to Commonwealth Scholarships
The recent Federal budget has proposed changes to student income support and eligibility for Commonwealth Scholarships. The proposed changes will see new Commonwealth Scholarships administered by Centrelink from January 2010. The Commonwealth Education Costs Scholarship (CECS) will be replaced with the Student Start-Up Scholarship. All university students receiving income support from Centrelink will be entitled to a Student Start-up Scholarship of $2,254. Commonwealth Accommodation Scholarship (CAS) will be replaced with the Relocation Scholarship. University students receiving income support from Centrelink and who have to move away for study will be assessed by Centrelink and may be eligible to receive the Relocation Scholarship of $4,000 in first year and $1,000 in subsequent years. More information about the proposed changes can be found at http://www.deewr.gov.au/HigherEducation
The skills you need
Employers are interested in what they describe as “employability skills” when they decide who to employ and who to promote within their organisations. Employability skills are the skills that allow people to do their jobs well in all circumstances—they are not the technical skills required by an occupation. Employability skills and personal attributes are important no matter where people work or what they do.
Employability skills include:
- communication
- teamwork
- problem solving
- initiative and enterprise
- planning and organisation
- self-management
- learning
- technology
Think about which of these skills you currently possess and which you need to work on before entering the workforce. For example, if you need assistance with planning, organisation and self-management you may wish to speak with Anne in Study Support.
What if I don’t get a high enough ENTER?
Some of you are already worried about your ENTER score and where it will lead you. Don’t focus on the “what ifs” prematurely. Book an appointment with Pheona and develop a range of options for next year. There are many alternatives including TAFE to University pathway programs and gap year activities.
One option is to study a diploma at the Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology (MIBT). Upon successful completion, you may be eligible for a place in second year of a Deakin University degree program (conditions apply). There are courses in commerce, computing, engineering, health sciences, management, media and communication and science. MIBT is located at the Deakin University campuses in Burwood and Geelong (at Waurn Ponds). For more information visit http://www.mibt.vic.edu.au
Monash University offers a similar option at Monash College with courses in art & design, arts, business, engineering and IT. Visit http://www.monash.edu.au/monashcollege
Pathways between TAFE and University are also available at RMIT and Swinburne. Visit http://rmit.edu.au/browse/Study%20at%20RMIT%2FPathways/ and http://www.future.swinburne.edu.au/pathways/index.html
Some students explore gap year options with the Australian Defence Force. The application process has changed and improved so it is not a ‘first-in-first-served’ selection model. Applications are open now and close on September 3. Check out http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/gapyear
If you don’t get an offer at the beginning of the year you can try again mid-year.
VCE not for you?
Students may not complete their VCE for a variety of reasons. For those who are thinking about leaving school it is important to see Pheona in careers. Referrals can be made to KYM, ieLLEN or another appropriate organisation to help you through the transition away from school. Information about adult VCE, TAFE, apprenticeships, ITCs and short course providers is available. There are options! KYM will be unable to take new referrals between October 31 and January 1 so it’s important to get in early.
Are you worth more than your Year 12 results?
The Early Achievers Program at Australian Catholic University recognises that you have more to offer than your ENTER. The Early Achievers Program is open to all applicants and considers the contribution you have made to your community through your school or workplace, local community organisations, culture, sport and/or religious group. Apply for this program and you could be accepted into ACU National by December – before the VTAC offers. Online applications open in July and close on October 9. For more information please visit http://www.acu.edu.au/earlyachievers
Interested in becoming a teacher?
The Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) has recently announced changes to course prerequisites for four-year undergraduate teaching programs. For entry to ALL approved undergraduate (four year) initial teacher education programs, successful applicants will need to have a solid foundation in English and Mathematics. This means that you must have: a study score equivalent to at least 25 in one of the VCE English group of studies at Units 3 & 4 or have satisfactorily completed a minimum equivalent to VCE Mathematics Units 1 & 2 (not including Foundation Mathematics).
Mobil Aviation Flying Scholarships
Applications are now being sought from young Australians aged between 17 and 25 for three flying training scholarships offered jointly by the RAAF Association and the Royal Victorian Aero Club. The scholarships take the successful candidates through to the General Flying Progress Test stage of the Private Pilots Licence, are valued at approximately $6,500 each and are an ideal entry point for those seeking either a long-term career or simply a recreational involvement in aviation. The scholarship program is now in its 11 year. Applications close July 31 and further information is available at http://www.flyingtraining.com.au
Monash scholarships, bursaries and support
Access Monash is a program consisting of alternative entry pathways, special admission schemes, scholarships and bursaries that can help you gain entry into your chosen degree and reach your potential at Monash University. Monash aims to reward academic performance and support students who may not otherwise have opportunity to attend university. If your dream of studying at Monash is limited by financial, geographical, cultural or personal hardships you may qualify for one of the wide range of scholarships and bursaries or entry pathways. For more information please visit http://www.monash.edu/access
Monash Law School recognises that many of their best students have come from various equity and personal disadvantage groups. Through the Monash Law School Equity Bursaries, they aim to encourage students who fit the relevant criteria to apply to Monash Law School. Eight bursaries of $2,500 each will be awarded on the basis of need to eligible applicants. Preference may be given to students from a regional or remote area of Australia or to students of Australian and Torres Strait Islander descent. For more information visit http://www.law.monash.edu.au
Scholarships at Bond University now open
Applications for Bond University scholarships are open now and close on July 31. For more information please visit https://application.bond.edu.au/scholarship/
Doxa Cadetship Program 2010
Doxa Youth Foundation provides essential support and services to young people that our community has left behind. Their program focuses on long term outcomes for young people and their families. For the past 17 years the Doxa Cadetship Program has provided financial assistance to school leavers looking to commence tertiary studies while gaining work experience at a company relevant to their degree. The Cadetship Program is for disadvantaged young people who, although eligible for a university place, are disadvantaged to the extent that they would find it extremely difficult to take up their university offer.
All Year 12 students who hold Australian citizenship and are socially and financially disadvantaged and would like to receive more information about this program need to visit Pheona in the Careers Centre.
NIDA information evening and short courses
The National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) trains imaginative, dynamic, creative and talented people for careers in theatre, film and television. Applications for full time study at NIDA in 2010 open July 1 and close September 30. For more information please visit http://www.nida.edu.au/info-evening
Trial-a-Trade Week – Try a trade for free!
Interested in a trade but not sure which one? This program gives you an opportunity to try various trades. Choose either Group A (5-day program) or Group B (3 day program) and get some hands on experience.
- Joinery (Group A) on Monday June 22
- Stonemasonry and Plaster (Group A) on Tuesday June 23
- Polishing (Group B) on Wednesday June 24
- Auto Mechanics (Group A) on Thursday June 25
- Tiling/Mosaic (Group B) on Thursday June 25
- Furniture Making (Group A) on Friday June 26
- Visual Merchandising/Interior Decorating (Group B) on Friday June 26
Programs are free, however you will need to get yourself to and from the venue and you will be required to bring your own lunch. See Pheona for more information.
Checkout TAFE @ NMIT
NMIT are running a series of programs in Terms 3 and 4 that give you an opportunity to check out life as a TAFE student, use TAFE facilities, build skills and confidence, work as part of a team in small groups, experience activities designed to suit the way you learn, learn by doing, and prepare and plan for post-school options. The programs include:
- Building Skills for the Future (Tuesday 10am – 2pm for 10 sessions starting in July)
- Creative Media (Wednesday 10am – 2pm for 10 sessions starting in July)
- Performing Arts (Thursday 10am – 2pm for 10 sessions starting in July)
- Kitchen Attending (Friday 9am – 12pm for 10 sessions starting in July)
NMIT offer other transition-type courses to help prepare you for the workplace. Information sessions will be held on Thursday August 27 (2.30pm – 4pm), Tuesday September 8 (6pm – 8pm), Saturday October 10 (12pm – 2pm) and October 20 (2.30pm – 4pm). These courses include:
- Certificate I in Work Education (prepares you for a job)
- Certificate I in Transition Education (develop independence and self-confidence)
- Certificate I in Hospitality (kitchen operations) (prepare you for a kitchen hand job)
- Certificate I in Live Production, Theatre & Events (work within performing arts industry)
For more information, please visit http://www.nmit.edu.au/departments/work_education_centre
Administrative Update
Round 3 VTAC offers will no longer exist in 2010. This is to assist TAFE and ITCs who start courses earlier in the year. The Australasian Conference of Tertiary Admissions Centres (ACTAC), of which the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) is a member, has agreed that all states and territories (except Queensland) will use the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR), during 2009 and 2010. This is a name change only. There is no change to the calculation and it will have no effect on students’ ranking or the selection process.
TAFE/University Key Dates and Open Days
Open Days are one of the best ways to check out what the TAFE or University you are interested in attending has to offer. It is important that you visit institutions where you may wish to study. Some courses like art, design, music, drama and related courses can involve an audition, interview and/or folio presentation as part of the selection process, so attendance at Open Days is vital. During an interview you may be asked what you learned about the course at Open Day – a difficult question to answer if you didn’t attend.
Many Open Day dates have already been announced – put them in your diary and treat them as a priority.
Australian Catholic University
http://www.acu.edu.au/
- Open Days
- August 16 (Melbourne)
- August 30 (Ballarat)
Australian College of Applied Psychology
http://www.acap.edu.au/
- August 9: Open Day (Melbourne)
Australian Institute of Public Safety
http://www.aips.edu.au/
- August 9: Open Day (Melbourne)
Australian College of Sports Therapy
http://www.sportstherapy.edu.au/
- August 9, 12 and September 13, 16: Open Day
Australian International Hotel School (Canberra)
http://www.aihs.edu.au
- July 13-15; 20-22; Oct 6-8; 6-9; Nov 24-27; Nov 30-Dec 1: Residential programs ($325/$425)
Australian Maritime College
http://www.amc.edu.au/
- August 16: Open Day (Launceston)
Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE
http://www.britafe.vic.edu.au/index.php
- August 24-28: Open Day (Bendigo)
Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School
http://www.hotelschool.com.au/general/mainpg.html
- July 20, October 6, November 24: Open Day (Leura)
- July 13-15; 20-22; Oct 6-8; 6-9; Nov 24-27; Nov 30-Dec 1: Residential programs ($325/$425)
Box Hill Institute
http://www.bhtafe.edu.au
- August 23: Open Day (Elgar, Nelson, Whitehorse)
Chisholm Institute
http://www.chisholm.edu.au/Pages/default.aspx
- August 17-22: Open Day (Berwick, Cranbourne, Dandenong, Frankston, Rosebud, Bass Coast)
Deakin University
http://www.deakin.edu.au/
- Open Days
- August 9 (Geelong Waterfront and Waurn Ponds)
- August 16 (Warrnambool)
- August 23 (Burwood)
- Discover Deakin
- July 7 (all campuses)
- July 16 (all campuses)
- September 22 (all campuses)
- September 28 (all campuses)
- Nursing Information Evening (Burwood)
- July 14 (Burwood)
- July 16 (Geelong)
- July 17 (Warnambool)
- Economics School Day and Competition
- August 9: Geelong
- August 16: Warrnambool
- August 23: Burwood
- July 2: Parent information evening (Burwood & Altona)
Elly Lukas Beauty Therapy College
http://www.ellylukas.edu.au/
- August 15, September 5, October 3, November 28, December 12, January 16: Open Day (Melbourne)
Endeavour College of Natural Health
http://www.endeavour.edu.au/
- August 30: Open Day (Melbourne)
Footscray City Films
http://footscrayfilms.com.au/tvfilm/index.php
- August 23: Open Day (Footscray City College)
Gordon Institute of TAFE
http://www.gordontafe.edu.au/
Grenadi School of Design
http://www.graphicschool.com.au/
- August 2: Open Day (Melbourne)
Holmesglen TAFE
http://www.holmesglen.vic.edu.au/index.cfm
- August 15: Open Day (Chadstone, Moorabbin, Waverley)
- Information Sessions
- August 31-September 2
- September 7-9
- September 14-16
International College of Hotel Management
http://www.ichm.edu.au
- August 9: Open Day (Regency)
- July 6-10: Career Week
- September 28-October 2: Career Week
International Design School
http://www.ids.edu.au/
- August 15-16: Open Day (Southbank)
JMC Academy
http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/
- August 15: Open Day (Melbourne)
La Trobe University
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/
- Open Days
- August 16 (Bendigo)
- August 21 (Sheppaton)
- August 23 (Albury/Wodonga)
- August 30 (Bundoora)
- Experience LaTrobe
- June 30: Bundoora
- July 3: Albury-Wodonga
- July 7: Bendigo
- June 29-30: Visual Arts Folio Workshop
- July 27-August 14: Information evening series (Mildura)
- September 24: Talk and Tour (Bundoora)
Monash College
http://www.monash.edu/monashcollege/
- Open Days
- August 1 (Peninsula)
- August 2 (Clayton)
Monash University
http://www.monash.edu.au/
- Open Days
- August 1 (Berwick, Gippsland, Parkville, Peninsula)
- August 2 (Caulfield, Clayton)
- Dean’s Lecture Series (Law)
- August 4: Family Violence
- September 1: Why We Are Suckers for an Unfair Deal
- ‘Experience Monash’
- June 30: Caulfield
- July 7: Clayton
- September 29: Peninsula
- September 30: Berwick
- ‘At Monash’ seminar series @ 6.30pm
- June 17: Medicine, Biomedical Science, Nutrition and Dietetics (Clayton)
- June 24: Fine Art (Caulfield)
- July 15: Multimedia and Digital Art (Caulfield)
NICA
http://www.nica.com.au
- June 29-July3: Bachelor of Circus workshop ($300)
NIDA
http://www.nida.edu.au/info-evening
Oceania Polytechnic
http://www.opie.vic.edu.au/
- August 9: Open Day (Melbourne)
Ozford
http://www.ozford.edu.au/
Photographic Image College
http://www.pic.org.au/
- August 23: Open Day (East Hawthorn)
Photographic Studies College
http://www.psc.edu.au/
- August 16: Open Day (Southbank)
Pivot Point International Academy
http://www.pivot-point.edu.au/
- August 16: Open Day (Melbourne)
Qantm College
http://www.qantm.com.au/home/index.cfm
- August 29: Open Day (Melbourne)
- July 11, September 26: Study with Qantm for a day
RMIT University/TAFE
http://www.rmit.edu.au
- Open Days
- August 9 (City, Bundoora, Brunswick)
- August 19 (Hamilton)
- July 6-10: Medical Science tours
- August 20: Science careers seminar (Storey Hall)
- August 20: Science and Technology careers breakfast
- August 22: Advertising careers day
- September 5: Public Relations careers day
SAE Institute
http://www.sae.edu/
- October 3: Open Day (South Melbourne)
South West Institute of TAFE
http://www.swtafe.vic.edu.au/index.aspx
- Open Days
- August 9 (Glenormiston College)
- August 16 (Warrnambool)
Southern School of Natural Therapies
http://www.southernschool.com
- July 10, August 9: Information Sessions
Sunraysia TAFE
http://ww1.sunitafe.edu.au/default.aspx
- Open Days
- August 9 (Mildura)
- August 16 (Swan Hill)
Swinburne University of Technology
http://www.swinburne.edu.au
- August 16: Open Day (Hawthorn, Lilydale, Prahran)
- September 2: Parents information evening (Hawthorn)
- September 16: Parents information evening (Lilydale)
- September 23-25: Siemens Science Experience (Hawthorn)
- September 26: Swinburne walk and talk (Hawthorn, Lilydale, Prahran)
- December 16: Change of preference expo (Hawthorn, Lilydale, Prahran)
University of Ballarat
http://www.ballarat.edu.au/
- August 30: Open Day (Mt Helen, Camp St, SMB)
University of Melbourne
http://www.unimelb.edu.au/
- Open Days
- July 18 (Burnley)
- August 16 (Parkville, Victorian College of the Arts)
- Focus on Melbourne
- June 23: Science
- July 22: Biomedicine
- July 29: Environments
- July 3: Access All Areas
Victoria University/TAFE
http://www.vu.edu.au/
- August 9: Open Day (Footscray)
William Angliss Institute
http://www.angliss.vic.edu.au/
- August 9: Open Day (Melbourne)
Wodonga Institute of TAFE
http://www.wodonga.tafe.edu.au/index.jsp
- August 23: Open Day (Wodonga)
Subject workshops
Folio-based subjects
Biology
- Unit 3 Continuity & Change workshop on July 27 - 31 @ Swinburne University (Hawthorn campus) for $19.80. RSVP via your teacher. Booking subject to interest. http://www.swinburne.edu.au/lss/events/2009/school2009.html
- Bringing Scientific Research to Life: VCE Biology Lecture Series on June 23 (Cell Signalling), July 21 (Transcription & Translation) @ Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, St Andrews Place, East Melbourne. RSVO via your teacher.
Business Management
Drama
- Unit 3 solo performance workshop on July 13 - 28 (9.30am-3.30pm) @ Malthouse Theatre. Check out the poster on the admin building stairs. http://www.malthousetheatre.com.au/page/education
- Unit 3 Happy Days seminar on July 16 (10.30am-12pm, 1pm performance) and Tuesday July 21 (3.30pm-5pm, 6.30pm performance) @ Malthouse Theatre. See above website.
Fashion
Health and Human Development
- Revision lecture on October 1 @ Deakin University (Warrnambool).
IT Applications
- VCE IT Applications day on June 30 and July 15 & 24 (9.30am-3pm) @ Swinburne University. Ask your teacher for more infomation or visit http://www.swinburne.edu.au/ict/schools
- Year 11 High Achievers day on June 29 and December 4 (10am-3pm) @ Swinburne University.
- Exams Preparation Day on October 20 (5.30pm-7pm) @ Swinburne University.
Physics
- Unit 3 and 4 Physics (Telecommunications & Network Engineering) day on July 28 - 29 (9.30am-3pm) @ Swinburne University. Ask your teacher for more info or visit http://www.swinburne.edu.au/ict/schools
Psychology
- Unit 3 Psychology Awards Day - Lectures & Workshops (All Day) in early July at Swinburne University (Hawthorn campus) for free. Students are selected by their VCE Psychology teachers to take part.
Software Development
- VCE Software Development day on July 3, 7 & 21 (9.30am-3pm) @ Swinburne University. Ask your teacher for more info or visit http://www.swinburne.edu.au/ict/schools
- Exams Preparation Day on October 22 (5.30pm-7pm) @ Swinburne University.
Theatre Studies
- Unit 4 on July 16 (10.30am-12pm, 1pm performance) and Tuesday July 21 (3.30pm-5pm, 6.30pm performance) @ Malthouse Theatre. See above website.
- Unit 4: The monologue workshop on August 4 - 7 (10am-3pm) @ Malthouse Theatre. See above website.
Many exam preparation courses are run by for-profit companies. Information relating to many of these organises is available on the standee outside of the library. Please choose carefully and ask your teacher for advice before signing up.
VTAC Key Dates
July: SEAS Booklets available
July 24: VTAC Guide 2010 released
August 3: Applications open (tertiary courses, STAT, SEAS and scholarships)
August 3: Change of preference period begins
September 30: Timely applications close (tertiary courses and STAT)
October 9: Applications close (SEAS and scholarships)
October 30: Change of preference period closes
November 13: Late applications close (tertiary courses and final date for STAT)
November 30: Change of preference period opens
December 11: Very late applications close (tertiary courses)
December 11: Final date for documentation/PI form lodgement
December 14: ENTERs released to students
December 21: Change of preference period closes (excl. IB, WA, NZ)
January 18: Change of preference period closes (IB, WA, NZ)
January 18: Main round 1 offers online
January 19: Main round 1 offers in post
January 27: Enrolments start
February 1: Enrolments finish
February 5: Round 2 offers online
February 8: Round 2 offers in post
February 10: Enrolments start (round 2 offers)
February 12: Enrolments finish (round 2 offers)
Other events for the diary
What: Human Physiology: Living in Space
When: June 19
Where: Victorian Space Science Education Centre (VSSEC)
How much: free
Other: This short day program offers students a hands on introduction to the science of human physiology. Students will measure their own physical parameters, including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate etc and then undertake further investigation of cardio-vascular fitness, metabolic rate, and blood and urine analysis.
Web: More info on p. 20 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by May 22.
What: Marine Science Careers Days
When: June 22, September 17, November 30
Where: Melbourne Aquarium
How much: $35
Other: Discover how to get a job in marine science from guest experts, tour Melbourne Aquarium, and receive course advice and information about how to achieve a Marine Science career.
Web: http://www.melbourneaquarium.com.au/
What: Eastern TIS (Tertiary Information Service)
When: June 25
Where: Deakin University (Burwood Campus)
How much: free
Other: All Year 12 students will be attending this careers event.
Web: http://www.tis.org.au
What: Visual Merchandising and Interior Design
When: June 26 (8.45am – 3.45pm)
Where: RMIT School of Design TAFE
How much: free
Other: Hands on, fun, creative activities in Visual Merchandising and Interior Design with industry teachers from RMIT University.
Web: IMVC
What: Experience Engineering: Electrical and Computer
When: June 30-July 1
Where: RMIT, city campus
How much: free
Other: Students will explore and build their understanding of engineering through a series of hands-on workshops, while gaining a feel for university life. Students will take part in all four of the following practical sessions: iRobots (robot design and creation); High Voltage (voltage testing and safety); Digital Film (digital film production); and Radio Bugs (make an FM transmitter).
Web: More info on p. 25 of the IMVC guide.
What: Architectural Industrial Design @ Monash University (Holiday Program)
When: July 2
Where: Monash University
How much: $25
Other: This new IMVC program on offer by the Architecture Department at Monash University will include Introduction to a Studio, Working to a Brief, Occupational Health and Safety.
Web: RSVP to Pheona.
What: Behind the Scenes Medical Science Tours - RMIT
When: July 6-10
Where: Various RMIT campuses
How much: free
Other: Visits are to laboratories in which third year Laboratory Medicine students complete their Professional Practice. And include the major teaching hospitals in Melbourne as well as regional Victoria.
Web: More info on p. 26 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona. http://www.rmit.edu.au/medical-sciences/lab-visits .
What: Computer Games Boot Camp
When: July 7-10
Where: Monash University – Faculty of Information Technology (Clayton campus)
How much: free
Other: You will have the opportunity to attend a four day event on everything connected to computer games. If you are interested in becoming a professional gamer, building and designing games or simply playing games, this even is for you.
Web: http://www.infotech.monash.edu.au/about/events/2009/games-boot-camp.html
What: Reinvent Your Career Expo
When: July 11-12
Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
How much: tbc
Other: tbc
Web: http://www.reinventyourcareer.com.au/html/s01_home/home.asp
What: Monash Golden Key 2009 Youth Forum: Stem Cell Research: Science, religion, human ethics
When: July 17
Where: Monash University (Clayton Campus)
How much: free
Other: Three students with outstanding academic ability can attend this forum on stem cell research
Web: http://www.monash.golden-key.org
What: Aviation industry tour
When: July 21 and September 8
Where: Swinburne University
How much: Free
Other: Swinburne Aviation is hosting behind-the-scenes tours to highlight the many and varied opportunities available to students interested in the aviation industry. The tour includes a visit to Melbourne Airport, Virgin Blue Flight Crew Base, Qantas Simulator Centre and stopover at Swinburne’s flying training school, Oxford Aviation Academy. The sessions are open to one careers adviser with up to two students. We will be travelling with others in a chartered bus. Lunch is provided (but BYO water and mid-morning snack).
Web: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/aviation
What: Herald Sun Melbourne Career Expo 2009
When: July 24-26 (10am-3/4pm)
Where: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Clarendon St, Southbank
How much: free
Other: View courses and job opportunities from over 100 exhibitors, and stage performances including celebrities, music and fashion parades. Free information and seminars, resume checking and career counselling workshops. Apprenticeship and traineeship options.
Web: http://www.careerexpo.com.au
What: Northern Careers and Employment Expo
When: July 30
Where: Darebin Entertainment Cente
How much: tbc
Other: tbc
Web: tbc
What: Music Industry Careers Night
When: July 30
Where: Camberwell Civic Centre
How much: free
Other: An excellent one-off opportunity to get a broad overview of the Australian music industry, training options or just good advice on how to get that elusive job, record deal and/or foot in the door.
Web: More info on p. 18 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by June 18.
What: Music Production – MIDI and Audio Composing and Recording using Sonar Home studio
When: July 30
Where: Alfred Brash SoundHouse
How much: free
Other: This Music production unit explores the way musicians work to develop compositions using industry standard multi track software. Students will develop their own musical piece using electronic keyboards and MIDI computer software. They will record vocals and mix tracks. The project will be exported to audio and burnt on individual CDs.
Web: More info on p. 19 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by June 11.
What: A Focus on Orthoptics at The Eye & Ear Hospital
When: August
Where: Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, East Melbourne
How much: free
Other: Orthoptics work in special eye clinics and monitor eye disease using highly specialised skills and equipment, and assist in providing treatment and rehabilitation of patents with vision impairment and eye diseases like cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.
Web: More info on p. 29 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by June 24.
What: Australian Engineering Week
When: August 3-9
Where: tbc
How much: tbc
Other: This is a public awareness and education campaign that aims to promote engineering as an exciting career choice.
Web: http://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/aew
What: Careers in Complementary Medicine
When: August 4
Where: Southern School of Natural Therapies (SSNT), Fitzroy
How much: free
Other: For students who are interested in Naturopathy; Myotherapy; Chinese Medicine and Remedial Massage as a career path this is a great opportunity to meet teachers, professionals and students who are currently working an studying in these fields at the Southern School of Natural Therapies (SSNT).
Web: More info on p. 28 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by June 16.
What: Fight Boring! Buy your way into Retail at Savers.
When: August 12
Where: Savers, Brunswick
How much: free
Other: Are you interested in a retail career? Have a flair for fashion and recycled clothing? Interested in working for the non-profit sector?
Web: IMVC
What: Engineering & Science Careers Expo
When: August 20
Where: Victorian Space Science Education Centre (VSSEC)
How much: free
Other: This expo offers students an opportunity to meet representatives from all Victorian universities and industry groups from a range of science and engineering disciplines in the one location. The program for the afternoon includes hands-on activities and demonstrations, give-aways, speakers that include young professionals sharing their experiences in education and the work place.
Web: More info on p. 30 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by July 23.
What: Sustainability and the Environment (part of National Science Week)
When: August 20 (7am – 9am)
Where: RMIT University, Storey Hall, 336 Swanston St, Melborne
How much: free
Other: Discuss science, sustainability and careers – all before breakfast. Two students who are interested in studying science and engineering may be chosen to attend an interactive careers breakfast hosted by ABC’s Bernie Hobbs (New Inventors, ABC Science). Guest speakers include Darren Pace (Shell Australia), Clare Grandison, and industry professionals.
Web: RSVP by June 30. http://www.rmit.edu.au/scienceweek/careers-breakfast
What: Human Physiology: Living in Space
When: September 11
Where: Victorian Space Science Education Centre (VSSEC)
How much: free
Other: This short day program offers students a hands on introduction to the science of human physiology. Students will measure their own physical parameters, including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate etc and then undertake further investigation of cardio-vascular fitness, metabolic rate, and blood and urine analysis.
Web: More info on p. 20 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by August 14.
What: IELLEN Youth Pathways Forum
When: September 15
Where: tbc
How much: tbc
Other: tbc
Web: tbc
What: Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine information session
When: September 25 (12.30pm-4pm)
Where: VIFM Lecture Theatre, Coronial Services Centre, 57-63 Kavanagh St, Southbank
How much: free
Other: Insights into various career options in forensic sciences. Registration essential. More info on p. 21 of IMVC guide.
Web: http://www.vifm.org
What: Mechatroncis Day
When: September 25
Where: RMIT (Bundoora)
How much: free (lunch provided)
Other: Experience cutting edge mechatronics technology. You’ll experience temperature control experiments, robotino wireless programs, Mitsubishi Robot pick and place, and SAGE Industry demonstration of Targeted Technology Introduction Modules.
Web: http://www.rmit.edu.au/aero-mech
What: Careers in Medical Research
When: October
Where: Baker IDI and the Nucleus Network
How much: free
Other: Baker IDI: Each group will participate in 2 x 1 hour and 15 minute workshops where they listen to the Laboratory Head discuss the lab’s research and aims and then participate in a mini experiment. The Nucleus Network: Student will be given a complementary session about clinical research with an emphasis on the conduct of clinical trials.
Web: More info on p. 31 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by September 4.
What: Careers in Event Management and Conference
When: October 14
Where: Box Hill TAFE, Elgar Campus and Federation Square
How much: free
Other: Listen to leading event management industry professionals, be inspired b the innovative ideas used to create unique events, learn about job opportunities in the events industry and talk to graduates now working in the field, and update your industry knowledge by viewing a range of venues on display.
Web: More info on p. 10 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by September 2.
What: Human Physiology: Living in Space
When: October 16
Where: Victorian Space Science Education Centre (VSSEC)
How much: free
Other: This short day program offers students a hands on introduction to the science of human physiology. Students will measure their own physical parameters, including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate etc and then undertake further investigation of cardio-vascular fitness, metabolic rate, and blood and urine analysis.
Web: More info on p. 20 of the IMVC guide. RSVP to Pheona by September 4.
