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Careers Newsletter

Careers Newsletter week 2 Term 3

Welcome to my careers newsletter for early term 3. I am going away on long service leave on the 21st August for the rest of this term. June Martinez will be taking my place for this time. I wish to take this opportunity to say all the best to our year 12 students. I love teaching the students at this school and can honestly say there is not one student who I dislike.  But in particular, I have really enjoyed interacting with this year's year 12 students over the last few years. I really hope they all do as well as they would like in their HSC and I will certainly be there for them even after they leave the school. They are welcome to come and see me any time for advice.

Most universities and colleges offer scholarships. I would like to encourage our students to apply for them, as I know many of our students have taken part in many extra-curricular activities and they have a good chance of gaining the scholarships. This issue has details of scholarships, but you shopuld visit all the websites of the universities and colleges you are interested in and search for scholarships and/or cadetships. Have a look at last years archived newsletters as well, there may be information there that is relevant this year.

Lastly, do the best you can- but if you fall short, don't panic or think that your life is over. Come and see me. If you REALLY want to do something, there is always a way, and I will be there to help you. At the end of the day, what really matters is how you see yourself, not how others see you.

 

 

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Private Education Providers- Careers Newsletter

 

 

AIE National Open Day

Discover the courses designed to get your career in the game development, 3D animation and visual FX industries started at our National Open Day.

On Sunday 16 August 10am-4pm Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra campuses will be welcoming visitors interested in finding out more about training and career options in games, 3D and visual FX.

A schedule of events for each campus will be available from our website closer to the date.  This will include teacher and industry talks and demonstrations. Visitors will also be able to check out some of the games, 3D animation and visual FX in development as well as finished work created by AIE students.

For more information about Open Day contact your local campus.

Melbourne Campus Level 8, Atari Building 14 Queens Road Melbourne VIC 3004 03 9820 8201 melbourne@aie.edu.au

Sydney Campus Level 2, Wentworth Park Grandstand Wattle Street, Ultimo NSW 2007 02 8514 8800 sydney@aie.edu.au

Canberra Campus Block E, Canberra Technology Park Phillip Avenue Watson ACT 2602 02 6162 5131 canberra@aie.edu.au

 

 

 

 

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Universities- Careers Newsletter

2009 UNSW Minerals Summer School

Students on arrival at UNSW (hq)

UMSS Students at Ravensworth Opencut Mine (hq)

On 12th January, 2009, 16 high school students arrived at the School of Mining Engineering, at The University of New South Wales, ready to embark on a four day Summer School adventure, to find out about the Australian minerals industry and the many and diverse career and study opportunities available. The students came from all parts of NSW, with a large number of students from rural areas.  The students were all selected from applications submitted in late 2008, and were either entering year 11 or year 12 in 2009.

The UNSW Minerals Summer School (UMSS) began with a day at the University, involving a walk around the campus, some talks about the industry and career options including mining engineering, geological, environmental and other exciting possibilities. The first afternoon was spent in small work groups in the rock testing and ventilation laboratories; and in the Virtual Reality Laboratory where students were each put through time trials on a load – haul – dump cycle for a large mine dump truck in a “virtual mine”. At the end of the day, the UMSS group, with five accompanying leaders, set out for the Hunter Valley.  An underground visit to Xstrata Coal’s Ravensworth Mine to inspect both its opencut and underground operations, was a trip highlight.  The next night, staying in Pokolbin, the students were joined by six young recent graduates and three vacation work students (geology, mining and environmental) currently working in the industry, who provided enthusiastic and informative tales of their early careers and why they enjoy the industry and the career choices they have made.

Students sitting inside a dragline bucket (hq) Understanding the operations in Mt Arthur Coal Mine before heading to the mine

At Orica Mining Services Technical Centre (hq)

The next day was a trip to Muswellbrook to visit one of the most modern and largest open cut mines in the Hunter Valley – Mt Arthur North, owned by BHP-Billiton.  Here the group saw some of the biggest haul trucks in the country, as well as gaining insights into the comprehensive community liaison and environmental management programs of the mine. The students also got access to their workshop where they got close to some of the biggest mining trucks. The afternoon was spent at the Orica Mining Services Technical Centre at Kurri Kurri, where the group were treated to some great talks and videos of blast designs, simulations and actual blasts in a diverse range of mines from around the world.

The final day included a morning at Boral’s Peats Ridge basalt quarry to see some spectacular geological features of columnar basalt, as well as finding out about the differing demands and economics of the quarrying sector. The final event was a lunch back at UNSW with a number of awards presented, and a certificate to all participants, before much swapping of emails and phone numbers, then back to parents, home, holidays and hopefully some good memories and a lot of thought about the new career options that they had learned about over the past four days.

At Mt Arthur Coal (hq) In front of one of the largest mining truck (hq)

On their last day of the trip before heading back to the University (hq) Some of the feedback and comments from the UMSS student survey conducted on the final day were:: 100% of the students indicated that as a result of the trip they would definitely be considering a career in the minerals industry. I had really a great time. I wish it was longer...I would highly recommend it. Had a great time and learnt a lot about the coal industry . I really enjoyed my time on UMSS. I learnt a lot about the mining industry - more than you could learn from research. I look forward to possible careers in the mining industry. It made clear to me what mining engineering is all about. Really enjoyed being at the mines. UMSS is an independent initiative of the UNSW School of Mining Engineering.  The students contribute financially to attend, but UMSS is underwritten by our major sponsor, Xstrata Coal.  UNSW and the student participants all express their appreciation to Xstrata Coal and all of the host sites and personnel involved during the trip for their time and helpful support. For further information about the 2009 UNSW Minerals Summer School , or to know about plans for the 2010 UNSW Minerals Summer School, contact Professor Bruce Hebblewhite on 02 9385 5160, or email B.Hebblewhite@unsw.edu.au. The application form for the 2010 UNSW Minerals Summer School is available for download.

Meet your future at University of Newcastle Information Day

Tuesday 4 September 2007

Considering your future? Thinking about going to university?

The University of Newcastle is opening its doors for the annual Information Day at the Callaghan campus on Saturday 8 September 2007, giving potential students the chance to meet their future.

"The University of Newcastle is a place of opportunity and a great environment to study,"
Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Professor Kevin McConkey said.

"Whether you are in your final year of high school, changing career or furthering your education, our Information Day is a great opportunity to find out more about going to university.

"You can find out about full and part-time degree programs, discuss options face-to-face with staff and students, match your ambitions to our offerings, and gather all the information you need to make an informed choice about your future.

"If it is further university study you are interested in, staff will be on hand to talk about postgraduate options. It is also a great opportunity for TAFE students to find out how their studies can help them progress to university degrees."

Applications for admission into degree programs for 2010 close on Friday 28 September, and for the first time can only be made online via the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) website.

To assist with the new online entry requirements, the University will open its Student Hubs at the Callaghan campus on Information Day so people can apply on the day. Staff will be on hand to help with the application process.

Professor McConkey said Information Day aimed to help visitors get a feel for university life and will include course presentations, campus tours, interactive displays and live performances.

"Visitors can check out every corner of the University, including the lecture theatres, labs, on-campus accommodation, the library, art gallery, sporting facilities and much more.

"We're also holding presentations for parents, sessions about admissions and fees, and discussions on what first-year students can expect when they start their studies."

More information is available at www.meetyourfuture.com.au

Information Day will be held from 10am to 3pm on Saturday 8 September on the Callaghan Campus of the University of Newcastle. A further Information Day will be held on the Central Coast campus on Saturday 15 September from 10am to 3pm.

Photo opportunity: Saturday 8 September across the Callaghan campus. Please phone Blythe Hamilton, Media and Public Relations, on 0448 898 813.

For comment: Professor Kevin McConkey on 02 4921 5114.

UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA

Principal's Recommendation Scheme

The Principal's Recommendation Scheme is an early entry initiative. This scheme provides

current year 12 school or college students with an opportunity to secure an offer to the University during the UAC Early Round in December.

The University of Canberra recognises that an ATAR is not the best measure of a student's

ability or determination to succeed at University. If a school or college Principal recognises

that a student has the aptitude to go on to higher education, they can recommend that

student to the University for consideration. 115 ACT students accepted an offer to the

University through this initiative in December 2008 and commenced their studies in

Semester 1 2009. The University is now offering the Principal's Recommendation Scheme

to schools in NSW and across Australia. Last year applications were capped to 10 students

per school, however this cap has been lifted for 2009.

How to apply

Applications will be assessed on the strength of supporting information provided by the student's school, college or TAFE. An ATAR result is not required for entry via this initiative.

To apply students must indicate their University of Canberra course preferences on their UAC application. On-time UAC applications close on 30 September 2009. The recommendation form, signed by the student and the school, college or TAFE Principal must be returned to the University of Canberra Admissions Office by this date.

Forms and a letter explaining the initiative will be distributed to ACT/NSW schools during July 2009. To request application forms for your school please contact marketing@canberra.edu.au

 

 

WOLLONGONG UNIVERSITY

 

Imagine being rewarded for your hard work before you even sit the HSC!

The Early Entry program can take some of the stress out of your final year because you’ll know you already have a place secured at UOW.

And you still have the flexibility of being able to change your mind and your UAC preferences. You also have the option of deferring an Early Entry offer.

Please ensure that you read the Early Entry Application Guide before starting your application.  This guide will explain what degrees are available and take you through what information you will require to complete your application.  Download the Early Entry Application Guide PDF here.  

"Early Entry helped give me peace of mind in my final year at school because I knew that I was already accepted. I found that it helped kick-start my goals for further education earlier. The interview experience I gained was extremely beneficial, as well as seeing the campus first-hand."

Rebecca Taylor

Bachelor of Science (Biological Science)

Keira High School, Wollongong

Application

You'll be assessed on your academic record, including your trial HSC, and other criteria such as an interview where you will have the opportunity to show your passion for the degree and/or portfolio. If successful, you’ll receive a guaranteed offer or an offer conditional upon your HSC results.

Interviews for Early Entry applicants for all faculties except Creative Arts will be held between Monday 28 September and Friday 2 October 2009.  Creative Arts Interviews and Auditions will be held between Monday 23 November  and Friday 4 December 2009. 

Applications for Early Entry to all faculties will open on 1 July 2009.

Once you have started your application you can save it and re-enter as many times as required to complete it before submitting it for consideration.

Click Here to re-enter your application.

Please ensure that you submit your application by the required closing date.

The closing date for all application that include a Law (single or double) degree is 28 August 2009.

Applications for all other faculties close on 18 September 2009.

Need Assistance with your Application?

If you have any questions about applying for Early Entry to the University of Wollongong, or require assistance with your application please send contact us at eentry@uow.edu.au

Please be sure to include your name and HSC number in your e-mail.

For further faculty specific information about Early Entry, please contact the relevant faculty (below).

Early Entry Faculty Contacts

Faculty	Phone	Email
Arts	(02) 4221 4405	markh@uow.edu.au
Creative Arts	(02) 4221 3996	fca_enquiries@uow.edu.au
Commerce	(02) 4221 5589	sbranch@uow.edu.au
Education	(02) 4221 3316	edward_keenahan@uow.edu.au
Engineering	(02) 4221 3491	mevans@uow.edu.au
Health and Behavioural Sciences	(02) 4221 5704	susanl@uow.edu.au
Informatics	(02) 4221 3606	early_entry@uow.edu.au
Law	(02) 4221 5331	sboyd@uow.edu.au
Science	(02) 4221 3512	lhutton@uow.edu.au

 

 

Sydney College of the Arts Open Day

If you are interested in studying fine art, media art or object art and design, Sydney College of the Arts (SCA) will be open from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 30 August, 2008. Prospective students and members of the public are invited to visit the ceramics; glass; jewellery and object; film and digital art; photomedia; printmedia; painting; and sculpture, performance and installation studios and explore the study options available. There will be a wide variety of studio demonstrations, workshops, tours and a student art market. Ben Edols, an SCA graduate and one of the best glassblowers in Australia will be working in the glass studio all day.

There is plenty of on-site parking and mini-buses will make round trips from the Camperdown Campus to SCA in Rozelle.

SCA Galleries

Utility, part of Sydney Design 08, will showcase student work from the Object Art and Design area of Sydney College of the Arts. This year the students have been asked to consider the theme title "U-Beaut" and the idea of an Australian vernacular.

Fader, by Ryszard Dabek, is a video, image and sound installation that draws upon the abandoned utopian architectural projects and material detritus of Mid 20th Century Warsaw. Far from the gleaming surfaces of historically sanctioned “Modernity”, a confused and compromised model is evoked, haunted not only by the past but also by an uncertain future.

Experimental Ceramics Painting work by Mitsuo Shoji will also be on display.

Student Art Market

The student art market is a great opportunity to purchase artwork from emerging artists at an affordable price. There will be a wide range of glass, ceramic, jewellery, printmedia, painting, sculpture and media works for sale.

 

 

© 2009 The University of Sydney, NSW 2006 Australia. Phone: +61 2 9351 2222. ABN: 15 211 513 464 CRICOS Number:

 

 

 

 

UNExtra Early Entry (formerly SRAS)

UNExtra Early Entry (formerly known as the School/College Recommendation Admission Scheme), gives current Year 12 students the opportunity to receive an offer of a place from UNE in early December based on their school’s recommendation. High achieving students not eligible for a UAI should also apply through this program.  

Applications for the 2010 academic year will be available in late July.

Applications will close 25 September, 2009.

 

 

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EMPLOYMENT- CAREERS NEWSLETTER

Rob McKai has a Slate Roofing apprenticeship available. Based in the Northern Beaches, but work all over Sydney. No licence required to start. Call 0412580681

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Distance Education

The College of Complementary Medicine invites you to a very special event

OPEN LEARNING

Saturday 8th August



FREE lectures, demonstrations, activities

Choose your modality:

Holistic and Integrated Physical KINESIOLOGY
Transpersonal ART THERAPY & COUNSELLING

Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm
 
 Location:
 College of Complementary Medicine
 Southern Campus
 8A Northcote Hornsby
 
 Call (02) 9482 3603 to book your place!
 
  EXPERIENCE, LEARN, ENGAGE...

What does the day include?

·         Gain valuable insights into life changing and powerful techniques
·         Meet highly regarded and sought after practitioners and teachers
·         Get the most up-to-date information available
·         Observe AND experience
    
  INTERESTED IN KINESIOLOGY BUT UNABLE TO ATTEND ON THE DAY?

BONUS FREE COURSE DAY THURSDAY 13TH AUGUST!

Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm
 
 Location:
 College of Complementary Medicine
 Northern Campus
 2 Burdett St Hornsby
 
 Call (02) 9482 3603 to book your place!

It’s not too late to study in 2009…mid-year intake enquiries welcome for both

KINESIOLGY
and
ART THERAPY



Tell me and I’ll forget
Show me and I may remember
Involve me and I’ll understand

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Apprenticeships and Traineeships

 

Yum! Restaurants Australia

School Based Traineeship – Certificate II Retail

2010 is fast approaching and Yum! Restaurants Australia P/L will again be offering Certificate II in Retail to school based part-time students who are employed at a local KFC or Pizza Hut restaurant.

The formal training component of the Retail traineeship is delivered by Yum! Restaurants Australia P/L and provides HSC unit credits (2 in Year 11 and 2 in Year 12).  The actual pattern of time spent at work will be negotiated between the employer and the student and will be structured to complement school organisation and other events. The student will be required to work a minimum of one shift per week (8 hrs) and it is expected that the traineeship will be 24 months long.  Those students undertaking a School Based Traineeship with Yum! Restaurants Australia, do not need to take time off school to undertake their training.  All training will be completed on-the-job, after school hours or on weekends/holidays.

As the Registered Training Organisation, Yum! Restaurants Australia P/L will deliver and assess the units of competency in accordance with the requirements for both the Certificate II in Retail and the Board of Studies courses from the Retail Curriculum Framework.  The NSW Department of Education and Training has established a contract with Yum! Restaurants Australia P/L that clearly articulates training and reporting requirements.

Yum! Restaurants Australia P/L will report on the trainee’s progress via the eBos on-line reporting system.

At Yum!, we pride ourselves on providing the opportunity for employees to build their know how through our comprehensive training and development programs.  We are proud of the on-the-job and life skills that we are able to teach the young generation of Australians we have within our organisation; skills that they are able to carry with them for life.

Traineeships are a vital part of our benchstrengh, with some 99% of our Restaurant Management Team being promoted internally within the business, beginning their careers as a team member in one of our KFC or Pizza Hut restaurants and progressing through to the position of Restaurant Manager.

We look forward to being able to offer this opportunity to your students.

If you have any questions regarding our School Based Traineeship, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Regards,

Linda Kewin

RTO Co-ordinator

Yum! Restaurants Pty Ltd

Tel: 9930-3057 Fax: 9451-1468

School Based Traineeship

The Bank of Queensland has an office in Dee Why and they are looking for a School Based Trainee to commence next year. This would involve the completion of a Cert II in Business Services that may (with the approval of the employer) be able to be delivered at a local school with one day in the workplace based at Dee Why. Attached is a flyer advertising the position. As well as Samantha Leet, students can talk to Chad Smith. Interested students can complete a SBAT Expression of Interest form (attached) and also attend the Student Information Evening on 9^th September, 6pm at Checkers Conference Centre Terrey Hills.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Scholarships and Cadetships- Careers Newsletter

Better than ever

2010 TEACHING SCHOLARSHIPS

ARE YOU READY TO SHAPE THE FUTURE?

If you’ve been thinking about a teaching career, there’s no better time to take the first step – with the NSW Department of Education and Training’s 2010 Teacher Education

Scholarships offering even better incentives, including increased financial assistance and a guaranteed job after graduation.

This year, there are 300 scholarships on offer for talented students to train as teachers in Science, Maths and English and primary or secondary special education.

Of these, 80 will be available exclusively for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students to train as teachers in primary or any secondary teaching area.

The new scholarships offer:

• up to $5,000 annual allowance

• a guaranteed job in an agreed location when they

graduate

• $3,000 when they begin permanent teaching

• plus, they may be eligible for the HECS-HELP benefit from the Commonwealth Government.

Applications close on 2 October 2009.

Download an info pack today from our website at

www.teach.nsw.edu.au/scholarships.

For further information about the Teacher Education Scholarships Program, phone the Scholarships Information Line on 1300 301 435.

 

 

Open the door to an innovative and challenging career. Seize the opportunity to complete your degree while gaining exceptional on-the-job training along with other motivated young people. Live close to beaches in the beautiful Illawarra region and get paid while you study!

A BlueScope Steel Cadetship is more than a just a job, it's a career with great opportunities.

Working as a cadet is an extremely rewarding experience. BlueScope Steel cadets are equipped with skills that are invaluable to a successful career. The exceptional work experience that you gain while completing your studies will fast track you into an exciting future.

Graduates of the BlueScope Steel Cadet Development Program are highly motivated professionals with exceptional problem solving skills and a genuine desire to succeed.

In 2010 Cadetship opportunities exist in the following areas:

Am I eligible for a BlueScope Steel Cadetship?

Here's a simple checklist.  

1. Are you a Permanent Resident or Citizen of Australia?
2. Are you about to complete or have already completed year 12?
3. Do you have an interest in Mathematics and Science?
4. Are you eligible for entry into a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering Degree at Uni?

If you answered yes to each of these questions - click on the 'Apply Now' link to take the first step towards a rewarding career as a BlueScope Steel Cadet.

 If you are interested, come and see me for a brochure.

 

 

 

Commencing students - school leavers (including gap year students):

The UNE undergraduate scholarship round for students commencing study - school leavers, including gap year students in 2010 will open Mid-July and most school leaver scholarships will close at the end of September, 2009. 

There are on average more than 100 undergraduate scholarships available each year for students commencing study at UNE, at a combined value of more than $1.2 million.

UNE is committed to its rural and regional communities and will offer around 40 scholarships each year to assist commencing students from these areas. In particular, a UNE Country Scholarship will provide successful applicants with $5,000 for every year of full-time study.

It costs nothing to complete a UNE Undergraduate Scholarship Application, and successful applicants can receive up to $30,000 for UNE Country and Industry scholarships depending on the length and type of their degree.

Scholarships are also available for other future students and continuing students.

• College Scholarships (for all future students including school leavers)
• Commonwealth Scholarships (for all future and continuing students – including school leavers)
• Specific Scholarships for Continuing Students
• Specific Scholarships for School Leavers (including gap year students)
• Sporting Scholarships (for all future and continuing students – including school leavers)
• Other Industry Scholarships (for all future and continuing students – including school leavers)

 

 

SCHOLARSHIPS

We currently have 7 scholarships students on campus for our 2009 intake year. Scholarship students offer an invaluable contribution to our college which is why we’re opening up scholarship applications for the 2010 intake year.

In 2010 we are conducting the scholarship program through schools – accepting one nomination from each school.

Courses offered:

• Advanced Diploma of Live Production, Theatre and Events (Technical Production)
• Advanced Diploma of Venues and Events

Criteria:

Scholarship applicants must have served their school or community in a meaningful way. They must have exceptional merit, commitment, and be unable to pay to attend our college.

Closing date:

Applications close 25 September 2009. Sorry, no late applications will be accepted.

Assessment of applicants:

We will be in touch towards the beginning of October to advise the next stage of the application process.

How to Apply:

See your careers advisor, or your entertainment, music, or drama teacher for more information. If they have not received a scholarship package from Julius Events College, let us know and we will forward one to them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Miscellaneous- Careers Newsletter

VIDEO COMPETITION

Enter the myfuture Student Video Competition and win multi-media equipment for your school. The aim of the competition is to assist young people to explore career ideas through producing a short video about an occupation that interests them. Videos that meet the judging criteria will be featured on myfuture.edu.au (Australia’s national career information service) and finalists will be aired on the Crew TV program, broadcast across Australia on SBS Television. Winners will receive a share of the $5000 prize pool. The competition is supported by a wide range of complimentary educational resources and the Crew TV program will broadcast regular tips and career stories.

Visit http://www.thecrew.net.au to download information and to register online. All registrants will receive a free DVD with hints and tips about video production.

The myfuture Student Video Competition is an Australian Government initiative, managed by Education.au and produced by the Crew program, broadcast on SBS Television on Mondays at 5.00pm.

The competition closes 30 September 2009.

Regards

Erika
Marketing Officer
Education.au
182 Fullarton Road
Dulwich  SA 5065
p + 61 8 8334 3207
f+ 61 8 8334 3211
e edauner@educationau.edu

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