Career News!

UQ Information session at Pacific Lutheran College

UQ will be presenting to senior students and interested parents on Thursday 21st June during a lunch time session regarding the transition from school to university. UQ will also be running a session for Year 10 students during their personal development lesson on tertiary study and pre-requisites under ATAR. Interested Year 10 parents are also welcome to attend. Please refer to the email sent this week for further details and to RSVP. Please note that information on the new ATAR and subject pre-requisites for Year 10 students moving into year 11 in 2019 will also be shared during the subject selection information evening on the first Tuesday evening of term 3 on 17th July at 6pm.

UQ Young Scholars Program

The University of Queensland offers the opportunity for academic extension and enrichment in a Young Scholars Program for Year 11 students. It is a five day residential camp at the St Lucia campus from Sunday 25th November to Thursday 29th November where students are challenged to think critically about major global issues in discussions and forums and to sample social, sporting and cultural activities whilst also being exposed to potential study areas. Visit https://young-scholars.uq.edu.au for further information. Closing date: 4pm Friday 10th August.

CQUniversity Start Uni Now (SUN)

SUN Term two 2018 applications now open – Start Uni Now (SUN) students gain an insight into university life and, after successful completion, may be eligible for direct entry to a wide range of CQUni courses (excludes quota managed courses).  Applications for Term Two (9 July – 5 October 2018) close on Friday 22 June 2018.  Find out how to apply and access more information about SUN: https://www.cqu.edu.au/courses/study-areas/work-and-study-preparation/sun

QUT Engineering Link Program

The two-day Engineering Link Project invites Year 11 and 12 students to get hands on in university-level projects, working with practising engineers and experiencing activities that will open their eyes to possible career paths. QUT Garden Point campus Thursday 12 & Friday 13 July 2018, 8.45am start Cost: $66 (includes course, materials, lunches) https://www.qut.edu.au/study/undergraduate-study/do-you-advise-school-st... Applications open now.

Discover Griffith

19th June 4 - 6.30pm, Nathan campus and 21 June, Gold Coast campus

Find answers to all of your study questions at our Discover Griffith events. Tour the campus, find out about pathways to Griffith, chat with current students about university life, and talk to our staff about your study options. Discover what Griffith has to offer in a relaxed market atmosphere, with food, games and entertainment.  Find out more and reserve your place at griffith.edu.au/discover-Griffith

2019 scholarship applications open soon

Each year Griffith University provides more than 40 million dollars in direct financial support to help new and continuing students successfully complete their degrees. More than 600 scholarships are available to cover tuition, education and living expenses, and students can apply for multiple scholarships with just one application. Applications for 2019 open on 20 July 2018.  Explore scholarship options and apply online at griffith.edu.au/scholarships

Music and performing arts programs - new and simplified application process

Griffith University has simplified the application process for audition and admission to the Queensland Conservatorium. Now, applicants only need to apply through QTAC by 24 August 2018. If students have any questions regarding the new process, they should contact the Queensland Conservatorium at qcgu.programsupport@griffith.edu.au.  For more information on the new application process, audition requirements and dates visit griffith.edu.au/conservatorium-auditions

Mrs Natasha Purcell, Careers Counsellor