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 Discover the Nurse in U@UTS Hands-on workshops will give you a taste of what it's really like to be a nurse, and will get you thinking about whether nursing is the career for you. Anyone considering nursing as a career will benefit from attending one of our workshops - whether you're in high school, working, studying or returning to work. You're also more than welcome to bring your parents or partners. There are still vacancies in these workshops: •Monday 25 October - Kuring-gai - 5.30 to 7.00pm •Monday 6 December - Kuring-gai - 5.30 to 7.00pm If there is sufficient demand we will try to arrange extra workshops - just contact us to suggest a time. http://www.nmh.uts.edu.au/discover/index.html   Final warning for those considering taking medicine, dentistry and health science degree programs in 2011. Standard registrations for UMAT2010 have closed. Late registrations are now open and will be accepted up to 5p.m. AEST Friday 18 June, on payment of a late fee of AUD$55 in addition to the registration fee. The online registration system will close at 5p.m. AEST on Friday 18 June. It will NOT be possible to register for UMAT2010 after this date. UMAT is used specifically to assist with the selection of students into the medicine, dentistry and health science degree programs at undergraduate level at the universities listed on http://umat.acer.edu.au.  Interested in a Design Career? Have fun and add to your creative design skills with holiday workshop at Raffles College of Design and Commerce. For more information and enrolment forms visit http://raffles.edu.au/index.php/Vocational-Design/Vocational-Design-Courses-Workshops.html  UTS Open Day UTS has two main campuses, so we're holding two information events. * City Campus Open Day (Saturday 28 August, 9am to 4pm), * Kuring-gai Info Evening (Wednesday 8 September, 4pm to 7pm) UTS Open Day is designed to help you make the right decisions about your university education, so if you haven't made up your mind what you want to do or don't know which campus you'll be studying at, no problem. You'll find all the information you need at http://openday.uts.edu.au/  National ICT Careers Week National ICT Careers Week will be running across the country from 26 July to 1 August 2010, with events and activities being presented by businesses, educational institutions, government agencies, industry bodies, women’s groups and professional bodies.  University of Tasmania Open Days * Need to know more about your study options? * Or just want to find out more about what UTAS can offer you? Uni Open Days provide: * a comprehensive course information expo, where you can talk to academic and general staff, * a schedule of undergraduate and postgraduate course overview sessions presented by each of the faculties, as well as general information sessions, * tours of campus facilities throughout the day. 2010 UTAS Open Days will be held in Hobart on 8 August, in Launceston on 15 August and Cradle Coast in Burnie on 22 August. The full program will be available in early July. See http://www.futurestudents.utas.edu.au/openday For more information, contact the Uni Info Centre on 1300 363 864 or register your interest online at http://www.futurestudents.utas.edu.au/openday/opendayregistration  Discover Deakin - Victoria Discover Deakin is a free program giving you the chance to get an inside look at Deakin University and what it can offer you. You will be able to find out about our huge range of courses and flexible study options, take a Campus tour, speak with Faculty staff and view our accommodation facilities.  Thinkquest Australia The Australian Council for Computers in Education Inc. is pleased to invite Australian schools to register teams for ThinkQuest Australia, a creative activity designed to promote student abilities in information skills, creative design, project management and teamwork. ThinkQuest Australia is a local version of the highly acclaimed ThinkQuest International competition with a timing schedule suited to the Australian school year. The competition has three age divisions; 12 and under, 15 and under, 19 and under. https://www.thinkquest.org/competition/local/australia/  Are You Thinking Of Studying Medicine? Then you might want to know about AMSA. The Australian Medical Students’ Association (AMSA) is the peak representative body for Australian medical students. The key mandate of the Association is to connect, inform and represent every one of Australia’s 14,000 medical students. And they also have useful information about applying to study Medicine in Australia. Check out the website at http://www.amsa.org.au/content/premed-amsa-disclaimer  Wollongong University - Future Student Events The University of Wollongong regularly holds information sessions for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. These events are designed to give you the information you need about choosing courses and studying at UOW.
Future student enquiries, phone 1300 367 869  Australian Catholic University Scholarships ACU offers a number of scholarships and bursaries available to both commencing and continuing students, funded by the University Foundation and various benefactors. ACU Scholarships and Bursaries can provide assistance to successful applicant's education, living and/or travel expenses. Students are strongly encouraged to submit an application if they feel they may meet the eligibility criteria for an award. The following ACU scholarships are currently open for application: * Society of St Vincent de Paul Indigenous Student Scholarship * Council of Catholic School Parents (NSW) Indigenous Postgraduate Scholarship * Council of Catholic School Parents (NSW) Scholarship * Pratt Foundation Bursary * Wexford Senate Bursary * Richard Charles Caroll Scholarship * Sarah Frawley Memorial Travel Scholarship * George Alexander Foundation Bursaries * Nano Nagle Scholarships Applications for these awards closes on 2 August 2010 For further information, rules, eligibility and how to apply, please visit: http://www.acu.edu.au/courses/scholarships_and_financial_aid/acu_scholarships_and_bursaries/  Southern Cross University - Rising Stars Scholarships Rising Stars Scholarships aim to reward students for academic achievement, community involvement and leadership. Some of these scholarships also recognise significant achievement under conditions of disadvantage. Scholarships are funded by the Vice Chancellor and generous donors who believe in the value of education. Applications for 2011 will be opening soon and details of how to apply plus selection criteria for scholarships on offer will be published on this website. http://www.scu.edu.au/students/prospective/index.php/19/ For more information, contact the Scholarships Office by email scholarships@scu.edu.au or phone 02 6620 3006. Future Students Home Page: http://www.scu.edu.au/students/prospective/index1.php  Illawarra Coal Regional Science Fair - University of Wollongong 2010 Science Fairs provide an opportunity for students to showcase the results of their own research projects encouraging the development of both research and communication skills.  Sydney West Lectures The Sydney West Lectures is an annual event where students come to St Andrews College to gain an in-depth knowledge about their examination subjects. SWL is held over two nights with five sessions for School Certificate students and six sessions for HSC students. SWL provide students with quality lectures for an affordable price. By attending the Sydney West Lectures you gain the knowledge and skills to reach your full potential in the HSC or SC exams. These lectures are delivered by authors, HSC markers and experienced HSC and SC teachers whom are only to keen to impart their knowledge and share their passion for their particular subject area. For further information and program details: http://www.swl.nsw.edu.au/index.php  UWS Parent Information Evenings The UWS Parent Information Evening is held after school and work hours and is a gathering of parents, guardians, students and University staff members. Parents and guardians are able to talk one on one with University staff about the UWS experience and learn the opportunities available to their children. Parents and guardians of senior school-aged students are invited to attend. Senior students are invited to attend with their parents and guardians At the Parent Information Evening, there will be presentations that will answer * How does my son/daughter apply? * What happens if they don't get the ATAR to get in? * What is the UWS Triple Advantage? * Why study at UWS? * How much does it cost to go to Uni? * What scholarships are available? There will be two UWS Parent Information Evening's held in 2010: Tuesday, 29 June 2010 from 6.30pm till 8.00pm - Campbelltown Campus Narellan Road, Campbelltown. Building 21 Lecture Theatre 5 and Foyer Thursday, 8 July 2010 from 6.30pm till 8.00 pm - Parramatta Campus Corner of James Ruse Drive and Victoria Road, Rydalmere. Building EA Lecture Theatre 1 and Foyer For further information and to register online, please visit: http://www.uws.edu.au/future-student-events/parent_information_evening  ACT Writers Centre - Free Cartooning Workshop The ACT Writers Centre runs a wide variety of creative and professional development workshops. All workshops are held in the workshop room of the ACT Writers Centre, Gorman House, Ainslie Avenue, Braddon, unless otherwise specified. For a full listing of upcoming workshops, please visit: http://www.actwriters.org.au/workshops2010.html Free Fortnightly Cartooning Workshops with Simon Streatfeild The ACT Writers Centre runs cartooning workshops fortnightly on Thursdays, from 5.30-7pm. All ages and abilities welcome. Tutor Simon Streatfeild covers the basics of cartooning with fun in mind, from aliens to pancakes and beyond. You can learn more about Simon at his website, www.nomisanimation.com Bookings are not necessary, but if it’s your first time please contact the office on 6262 9191 or admin@actwriters.org.au , to make sure you arrive on a correct Thursday. Home Page: http://www.actwriters.org.au/index.html  Joint Medical Program (JMP) - University of Newcastle The Bachelor of Medicine - Joint Medical Program (JMP) capitalises on the University of Newcastle's highly respected medical program and the University of New England's strong rural standing and expertise of delivering programs in nursing, health and science. The program aims to produce medical graduates who are sought for their innovative thinking and are prepared for practise in rural, regional and metropolitan Australia. The program emphasises the knowledge, skills and attributes needed for a career in medicine. It is orientated toward the diagnosis and treatment of individuals but also the promotion and maintenance of health in the community. Problem-based learning in small groups encourages independent learning enabling students to define their own learning needs and builds teamwork skills which are the foundation of successful health provision. The JMP has a total of 170 Commonwealth Supported Places with 110 places at the University of Newcastle and 60 at the University of New England. Importantly, it is anticipated students are more likely to practice where they train, leading to an increase in the medical workforce and improvement of health services in rural and regional areas. Students who wish to apply for the Joint Medical Program should already be booked into the UMAT. Late registrations for UMAT will be accepted (with a late fee) up to Friday June 18. Students also need to apply through UAC (Closes 30 Sept) and complete an on-line application which is not available until mid August. Please see your Careers Adviser urgently if interested. Students will need an ATAR of approx 94 plus. For further information, please visit: http://www.newcastle.edu.au/jmp/  Migrant Youth Access Course TAFE NSW - Western Sydney Institute, Blacktown College is offering a Migrant Youth Access Course, which will run full time for two terms. Students will achieve a Statement of Attainment on completion. This course is for young migrant students who need to develop vocational pathways for themselves. Students will have the opportunity to explore vocational options in TAFE Colleges. The course starts 19 July 2010. Information and Enrolment Session Date: Wednesday 30th June 2010 Time: 9.30am Room: Block G, Room GLG.22 Contact:Phone Gerri Ricci: 9208 1866 Email: gerri.ricci@tafensw.edu.au or Phone Kerrie Lander: 9208 1812 Email: kerrie.lander@tafensw.edu.au For further advice and help, phone the Counselling and Careers Unit on 9208 1727 to make an appointment Parents and carers welcome. http://wsi.tafensw.edu.au/Templates/DisplayContentFile.ashx?fid=8459  Bluescope Steel - Cadetships 2011 Seize the opportunity to complete your degree while gaining exceptional on-the-job training together with other motivated young people. Live close to beaches in the beautiful Illawarra region and get paid while you study! BlueScope Steel pride themselves on a strong tradition of attracting, retaining, supporting and developing young talent through their cadetship program. A BlueScope Steel Cadetship is more than just a job, it’s a career with great opportunities. For further information and to register your interest, please visit:  APM College of Business and Communication - Open Day APM College of Business and Communication provides students with not only an education, but also a platform to launch their careers in the dynamic worlds of Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Event Marketing & Management, Sports Marketing, Entertainment Marketing & Management and Journalism. Visit APM's Open Day on Saturday 26 June, 11am - 1pm. * Mingle with past graduates and find out why they chose APM, and how their qualification jumpstarted their careers. * Chat to leading industry experts who’ll give you some insight into what they look for when hiring. * Come and speak to current students who’ll tell you what life’s like as an APM student. * Hear from leading industry experts talk about the exciting projects they have worked on and what a typical day looks like for them. * Meet David McDonald, Head of College, who will take you through the qualifications, study options and scholarship opportunities for 2010. * Lecturers and course advisors will also be available for you to talk to. Where: APM’s Northpoint Campus – Level 10, 171 Pacific Highway, North Sydney. The Open Day is free but grab your spot today because numbers are limited. T: 1300 880 610 E: enquiries@apm.edu.au For further information and to RSVP online, visit http://www.apm.edu.au/events-apm/sydney/apm-sydney-openday-june-26  Investing in Your Future - Sydney Your university degree is one of the most important investments you will make in your lifetime. As with all investments, you must consider the rate of return of both the short-term career opportunities and your long-term potential earnings. At this information seminar students and parents are invited to learn more about: * Bond University Scholarships * Fast-tracking your success at Bond * Fees and costs * FEE-HELP loan * ANZ Bond University Student Loan Scheme 29 June 2010, 7:00pm - 8:30pm. Swissôtel Sydney, 68 Market Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 To register your interest and download an information sheet, please visit the website or contact: Phone: Kristy Manyweathers on 07 5595 1067 Email: scholarships@bond.edu.au http://www.bond.edu.au/about-bond/news-and-events/events/BD3_012114  Enmore Talks - Design Forum Enmore Talks is a monthly forum hosted by the students of Design Centre Enmore, which brings together key players in the creative industries and those aspiring to be them. Enmore Talks provides students with an opportunity to ask questions and get answers from established designers and art directors. This month's presenters are:  Aviation Fun Day If you love planes, you'll love the Open Hangar Aviation Fun Day with great Jazz entertainment by James Morrison, John Morrison and Jacki Cooper. There you will see the classic DC-3, Cessna 195m the Kingair Fire Spotter and the all glass Cirrus. Enjoy a sausage sizzle and talk aeroplanes! Location: Tower Road (off Henry Lawson Drive), Bankstown Airport NSW Sunday 20th June, 12:30pm BYO: Chair http://www.schofields-flying-club.com.au/  Public Lecture - Griffith Lecturer in philosophy and ethics at Charles Sturt University (CSU) Dr Emma Rush will address the topic of the sexualisation of girls during a public lecture in Griffith. Joining CSU in Wagga Wagga in 2009, Dr Rush was the lead author of two major policy papers on the sexualisation of children during her previous position as Research Fellow at the Australia Institute. During the lecture, Dr Rush will give an overview of what researchers and experts have to say about the risks associated with the sexualisation of girls. She will explain what the government response to the issue has been and she will identify resources of use to both parent and professionals who work with girls. When: 23rd June, 6pm Venue: The Burley Griffin Room, Griffith Regional Theatre, 1 Neville Place, Griffith. Contact Phone : 02 6933 2221 Contact Email : Ms Karen Jamieson kjamieson@csu.edu.au Website: http://news.csu.edu.au/director/events.cfm?itemID=6C0D2F749532F749F02CECC48AF69D29&printtemplate=brief  Albury Wodonga Tertiary Day School students from across the Albury Wodonga region will attend the Albury Wodonga Tertiary Day on 23rd June to speak to around 40 universities, TAFEs and private providers from NSW and Victoria about their career options. Venue: Wodonga Civic Centre, Hovell Street, Wodonga, Vic Contact Phone : (02) 6051 9962 Contact Email : Rebecca Gale Collins rgalecollins@csu.edu.au http://news.csu.edu.au/director/events.cfm?itemID=1B55B91102C42B1C0BFFBD9AAEFD9D02&printtemplate=brief  Want to be an Electrician or Plumber? Many newly qualified electricians and plumbers earn salaries of $80,000 or more on completion of their course and you can double that if you work overseas! An apprenticeship provides a pathway to an interesting and lucrative career and builds a good foundation should you wish to go on to further study.  Access All Areas Do you have students who are at risk of dropping out of school? Then the Access 10 and ACT Year 12 program offered by the CIT Vocational College could be the answer. Designed as an alternative to the traditional school environment, these programs are taking enrolments for semester two now. To arrange a referral call the CIT Vocational College on 6207 4800 or attend an information session: Information session times: Access10 Tuesday 13 July, 10.00 am - 1.00 pm Bruce Campus, Block F, Ground Floor or Tuesday 13 July, 10.00 am - 1.00 pm Southside Campus Block B, Ground Floor. ACT Year 12 Monday 28 June, 1.00 pm - 2.00 pm (skills evaluation) followed by enrolment at 3.00pm - 6.00pm, Ground Floor, Bruce Campus, Block F, Ground Floor. Need more information? Drop into a CIT Student Services Hub or contact them on: Phone: (02) 6207 3188 Fax: (02) 6207 3177 Email: infoline@cit.act.edu.au CIT Home Page: http://www.cit.act.edu.au/home  Moore Stephens - Accounting Cadetship Opportunities 2011 Cadetships offer a fantastic opportunity to combine university studies in accounting with practical commercial work experience.
Applications for the 2011 Cadetship Program close on Friday 18 June 2010  Macquarie University - Parent Information Evening Macquarie University's Parent Information Evening will be held on Wednesday 30th June, 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Year 10-12 students and their parents are invited to hear about Macquarie University's degree programs, bonus point schemes, scholarships and the transition from high school to university. Future Students Home Page: http://www.mq.edu.au/futurestudents.html  2011 Lattitude Placements Still Available Taking a break before university to undertake a volunteer placement is extremely rewarding for young people and most educators and employers now recognise it as being a very valuable life experience. With exciting placements in countries all over the world and six different roles to choose from, there are volunteer opportunities to suit everyone. Although the priority application date for 2011 placements has passed, Lattitude still have opportunities available. If you are interested in applying for a volunteering placement, the latest information is available on the website www.lattitude.org.au Alternatively if you would like to be sent additional copies of their brochure, or arrange for a Lattitude representative to visit your school and speak to any interested students, please email Carla Baker cbaker@lattitude.org.au or call (03) 9826 6266.  2011 TVET Information Session - Western Sydney Institute of TAFE Careers Advisers are invited to the TAFE NSW - Western Sydney Institute 2011 TVET Course Information Session
as well as networking opportunities.  Billy Blue Open Day Drop in to Billy Blue's Open Day on Saturday 19 June anytime between 11am and 1pm. * See the campus * Mingle with past graduates and hear about their journey through Billy Blue * Chat to current students who’ll tell you what life’s like as a Billy Blue student. * Take the opportunity to get invaluable feedback from Billy Blue lecturers on your current portfolio. * Meet Andrew Barnum, Head of College, who will take you through the qualifications, study options and scholarship opportunities for 2011. * Lecturers and course advisors will also be available for any questions you may have When: 11am – 1pm Saturday 19 June Where: Billy Blue’s Northpoint Campus 171 Pacific Highway, North Sydney Cost: No Charge T: 1300 851 245 E: info@billyblue.edu.au RSVP Online at: http://www.billyblue.com.au/life-at-billy-blue/news/billy-blue-sydney-open-day-19-june-1  Billy Blue Scholarship Competition Billy Blue College of Design, Sydney invites you to "Make a Picture of Yourself at Billy Blue" and win one of two Scholarships worth $25,000 For further information, please contact the college on: | Term 4, Week 10, 13th - 19th December 2010 | Term 4, Week 9, 6th - 12th December 2010 | Term 4, Week 8, 29th November - 3rd December 2010 | Term 4, Week 7, 22nd - 28th November 2010 | Term 4, Week 6, 15th - 21st November 2010 | Term 4, Week 5, 8th - 14th November 2010 | Term 4, Week 4, 1st - 5th November 2010 | Term 4, Week 3, 25th - 29th October 2010 | Term 4, Week 2, 18th - 22nd October 2010 | Term 4, Week 1, 11th - 15th October 2010 | Spring Holiday 2010 | Term 3, Week 10, 20th - 24th September 2010 | Term 3, Week 9, 13th - 17th September 2010 | Term 3, Week 8, 6th - 10th September 2010 | Term 3, Week 7, 30th August - 3rd September 2010 | Term 3, Week 6, 23rd -27th August 2010 | Term 3, Week 5, 16th - 20th August 2010 | Term 3, Week 4, 9th - 13th August 2010. | Term 3, Week 3, 2nd - 6th August 2010. | Term 3, Week 2, 26th - 30th July 2010. | Term 3, Week 1, 19th - 23rd July 2010 | Winter Holiday, 5th - 16th July 2010 (Week 2) | Winter Holiday, 5th - 16th July 2010 | Term 2, Week 11, 28th June - 2nd July 2010. | Term 2, Week 10, 21st-25th June 2010 | Term 2, Week 9, 14th - 18th June 2010 | Term 2, Week 8, 7th - 11th June 2010. | Term 2, Week 7, 31st May - 4th June 2010 | Term 2, Week 6. 24th -28th May 2010 | Term 2, Week 5, 17th - 21st May 2010 | Term 2, Week 4, 10th - 14th May 2010 | Term 2, Week 3, 3rd - 7th May 2010 | Term 2, Week 2, 26th - 30th April 2010 | Term 2, Week 1, 19th -23rd April 2010 | | What's New 2010 | EventsCalendar 2010 | | Sponsors | About Us | Schools | | Return Home | Post School | Explore | Careers Advice | Careers Advisers | Links | Contact Us | |
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