Careers News
Careers News
Tell me about… University (Years 11 and 12)
Are you contemplating university study when you finish school, but are mystified by how it all works? Do you wish you knew the difference between a major and a minor? Do you know whether you should choose a bachelor’s degree or an honours degree? Are you concerned about how and when to choose your specialisation and/or your major for your university degree? Help is at hand! Come along to this year’s first “Tell me about…” session and get all your questions answered.
When: Tuesday 18th April, at 4.00pm (online)
Can’t make it to the session? Register yourself anyway: only people who have registered will be given access to the recording.
QIMR Berghofer Holiday Science Experience (Years 10-12)
Tuesday 4th April 2023
Looking to get a taste of what it’s like working in a medical research laboratory? QIMR Berghofer hosts a one-day science experience program during the school holidays each year. Students can undertake a day of training in practical skills related to genetics, infectious disease or blood biology in our purpose-built education laboratory facilities.
The program is open to Queensland high school students in Years 10, 11 or 12 and is free to attend.
Griffith University Pathways to Medicine and Dentistry (Years 10-12)
Online session: Wednesday 29th March at 6.00pm
This information session outlines the various pathways into Griffith’s Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, as well as covers the requirements for entry to Griffith’s Dentistry program. Although the focus is on pathways and programs at Griffith University, some of the information provided may also be useful for students who are considering Medicine or Dentistry programs at other universities. Click here for more information and to register.
Experience Health careers events at ACU (Years 10-12)
The Health Faculty at Australian Catholic University (ACU) is running a series of ‘experience’ events for school students during the upcoming school holidays. Each of these events runs from 10.00am to 12.00pm on the specified date, and features a mixture of hands-on workshops, tours of facilities, and an opportunity to chat with current students – you might even see some former PLC students there! For more information and to register for each event, click on the event names below.
Physiotherapy and Sport & Exercise Science – 12th April
Occupational Therapy and Speech Pathology – 13th April
Nursing, Midwifery and Paramedicine – 14th April
Endeavour College Course Focus: Studying Naturopathy
Tuesday 21st March 2023
Our Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) students experience a holistic learning environment, broadening their studies across biological sciences in order to understand the human body and its functions. This webinar, hosted by Katrina Arch (National Sales and Admissions Director), will answer all your questions about the course, subjects, student life and career outcomes after you graduate.
Endeavour College Course Focus: Studying Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine
Tuesday 21st March 2023
Our Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Dietetic Medicine) is a clinical degree based on scientific evidence and underpinned with a holistic approach to patient care. This webinar will answer all your questions about the course, subjects, student life, clinical experience, and career outcomes after you graduate.
Tuesday 21st March 2023
With the right information and support, transitioning from school to university can be easier than you think. In this webinar we’ll provide advice on:
• making course and career decisions
• entry requirements and how to apply
• study costs and financial support
• resources for parents and students.
You’ll also hear from real students about their uni experience and have a chance to ask questions about their course, why they chose QUT, and uni life.
Study in the US Virtual Information Session (Years 9-12)
Tuesday 21st March, 6.00pm
Students and families are invited to attend a 'Study in the US' virtual information session. The session will draw from the presenter’s experience working as Assistant Director of Admissions at a US university and will cover the application process as well as the higher education system in the US. We've seen a substantial increase in interest and successful student application outcomes, even comparing to pre-covid times.
• Study in the US.
• Tuesday 21st March at 6.00pm AEDT
• Further information and registration can be found here.
• The presentation is best suited for students in Years 9, 10, 11 and 12.
Camplife Mount Tamborine Gap Year Program (Year 12)
Find your purpose in ministry and a satisfying career!
In 2023 QCCC Mt Tamborine will be offering a Gap Year experience for school-leavers and young adults. While the details are still being worked on, we want to let you know about the opportunities we are hoping this will offer.
The new program will offer a staged approach across two years, with the opportunity in the first year to develop skills and experience across the broad scope of Camping Ministry. In the second year there will be the opportunity to specialise in Outdoor Education (in partnership with Vertec Adventure), Church-based Youth/Children’s or other ministry areas (in partnership with Crosslife – a baptist church), or in a specific area of Camping Ministry e.g. Chef, Admin, Maintenance etc. as available at QCCC Mt Tamborine). See the website here for more details.
Webinar to explain how the Google Career Certificates Scholarships work (Years 10-12)
Do you want more information about the Google Career Certificates Scholarships?
Join Grandshake in a short webinar "Google Certificates, Explained!" which will help students understand this amazing opportunity and talk through how best to get access. In this webinar, on March 28th at 2.00pm (QLD time), Grandshake will help students:
• Understand Google's Certificate Program.
• Figure out which certificate is right for them.
• Get access to the certificates.
• Understand the Google Employer Consortium (and how to get in front of them).
• Get any questions answered.
About Google Career Certificates
Designed and delivered by senior Google experts, the Google Career Certificate program offers job-ready professional training, in areas including IT Support, UX Design, Data Analytics, Project Management and Digital Marketing.
Mrs Wanda Hayes, Head of Career Development