Career News
Career News
Tertiary Applications Information Online Event for Parents of Year 12 Students
Parents of current Year 12 students are encouraged to connect to the tertiary application information event on Tuesday 26th July, at 6.00pm. This will be an online presentation, and the recording will be made available on NAV. Please use this link to join the session live on 26th July.
This information presentation will mirror the information delivered recently to Year 12 students during Personal Development lessons. Topics include:
- Registering for and receiving your ATAR
- Key dates for Tertiary application processes
- Submitting an application for Queensland universities
- Applying for early offer schemes
- Managing applications in multiple states
- ATAR adjustments, including special consideration for students who have experienced disadvantage
- How universities make offers
- How to respond to offers and enrol at university
Parents will have the opportunity to ask questions throughout the session.
We look forward to you joining us for this very important information event.
‘Level Up’ High School Student Virtual Health Careers Event (Years 9-12)
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service is offering a Virtual Student Careers Event, ‘Level Up’, on Thursday 18th August from 9:30am- 11:30am.
The event will welcome high school students from across the region who are interested in learning more about the diverse pathways into a career in health.
‘Level Up’ is an information sharing event where students will:
- Hear from new employees at the start of their career pathway across a wide variety of professions
- Take a virtual tour of our state-of-the-art simulation suites
- Hear from a panel of staff who will share their journey into career in health
- Speak to local education providers including Griffith University, University of the Sunshine Coast and TAFE Queensland to learn more about subject choice, admissions timings, transitioning from school and course offerings.
If you are interested in joining this event, please email me no later than 5.00pm on Friday 22nd July.
Bond - 2022 Open Day (Years 11 and 12)
Saturday 30th July, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Bond University
Experience our on-campus Open Day on Saturday 30th July – a day where our campus is yours to explore.
Make the most of your Open Day experience by exploring a study area or two, take a behind-the-scenes tour of campus, be inspired by a keynote presentation – or even meet some of our students, alumni, and staff in the Connect Lounge.
Find out more here.
Queensland University of Technology - Open Day (Years 11 and 12)
Chat with staff and students from all areas of study and get all your questions answered about courses, careers and university life.
Time: Sunday 31st July 9.00am - 3.00pm
Location: Gardens Point (city) campus
Details and Registration found here.
ACU - Brisbane Open Day (Years 11 and 12)
Deciding what to study is a pretty momentous decision. That’s why they run Open Day – it’s everything you need, in one place, to help make your choice.
This year ACU is running both on-campus and online Open Days. The choice is yours – immerse yourself in the campus atmosphere or join us online from the comfort of home.
Time: Saturday 6th August, from 10.00am
Location: Brisbane Campus
Details and Registration are found here.
University of the Sunshine Coast Open Day - Sippy Downs (Years 11 and 12)
At Open Day on Sunday 7th August, you will:
- Learn about degrees you're interested in studying
- Find out details about course fees and money available to help you study
- Get a taste of what student life is like at USC
- Experience the interactive teaching facilities and technology at USC's award-winning campuses
Location: USC Sunshine Coast, 90 Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs QLD 4556
Details and Registration are found here.
SCCE - Exchange Webinar (Years 11 and 12)
Tuesday 9th August 6.00pm – 7.00pm
Online
At SCCE, we understand that there is a lot to consider when going on exchange, which is why we are happy to offer these regular online information webinars to teach you all about your student exchange options. Our online sessions go for approximately 60 minutes. They will guide you through everything you need to know about our programs. There is also a time at the end of the presentation to ask questions, providing a wonderful opportunity to interact with both our staff and other future exchange students.
Find out more here.
The Hotel School | Industry Insights (Years 11 and 12)
Saturday 20th August 9.00am – 3.00pm
Sofitel Brisbane Central
Experience Sofitel Brisbane Central through the eyes of hospitality professionals. Find out what it is like to work in this dynamic environment by immersing yourself in the behind-the-scenes operations of a luxury hotel.
You are invited to this unique, fully interactive experience where you will meet professionals of key hotel departments and have an opportunity to understand their roles. This event is perfect for those wanting a better understanding of the complexities and depth of hospitality careers.
Find out more here.
ACU Guarantee application process and student panel (Year 12)
The ACU Guarantee Program offers eligible Year 12 students a place at ACU based on their Year 11 results. Join this webinar to learn detailed information on how to apply and hear current students share their experiences.
Time: Wednesday 27th July 6.00pm
Location: Online
Details and Registration can be found here.
ACU | Year 12 Revision Webinars (Year 12)
Chemistry: Monday 22nd August 7.00pm – 8.30pm
English: Tuesday 23rd August 7.00pm – 8.30pm
General Maths: Wednesday 24th August 7.00pm – 8.30pm
Maths Methods: Thursday 25th August 7.00pm – 8.30pm
Legal Studies: Monday 29th August 7.00pm – 8.30pm
Study of Religion: Tuesday 30th August 7.00pm – 8.30pm
Join us for this free online webinar run by experienced Year 12 exam markers and assessors. They’ll guide you through how to respond to possible exam questions, help you get your head around the content to deepen your understanding and offer plenty of tips and strategies along the way.
You’ll also have an opportunity to get your questions answered during a live 30-minute Q&A.
Find out more here.
National Mathematics Summer School (Year 11)
Sunday 8th January 2023, 9.00am - Saturday 21st January 2023, 5.00pm
Canberra
The National Mathematics Summer School (NMSS) is a program for motivated and high-achieving school students that has been held each January since 1969.
The 55th NMSS is planned to be held in Canberra from 8th to 21st January 2023.
Applications will open soon and will close at the end of August.
Find out more here.
START QUT STEM Intensive (Year 12)
START QUT (STEM Intensive) is the delivery of a first-year QUT STEM unit in a two-week intensive study program during the summer holidays, 9th-20th January 2023. This unique program is designed for current Year 11 students entering Year 12 in 2023.
You can participate in one of our study units to see the differences between high school and university while gaining an insight into STEM studies in a safe and supportive environment.
There are no tuition fees for successful applications.
Applications for the program open Friday 15th July and close on Wednesday 24th August.
Find out more and apply here.
Storyfest National Novella Writing Competition (Years 7-12)
The Storyfest National Novella Writing Competition is open to all Australian high school students. It is a wonderful opportunity for serious student writers, encouraging them in their literary growth – and there are also some fantastic prizes on offer.
All state winners will be awarded:
- Cash prizes
- Flights and accommodation to the Gold Coast
- Tickets to attend Somerset Storyfest (28th-30th March 2023)
- Exclusive access to meet with Australia’s elite authors and publishers
Entries open Monday 25th July and close Friday 2nd December.
Find out more and enter here.
Little Stories Big Ideas Flash Fiction Competition for Secondary School Students (Years 7-12)
Little Stories Big Ideas is a writing competition for Australian Secondary School Students. As part of the competition, students write a story in 100 words or less to a specific themed prompt, in any literary style they like – prose, poetry, haiku, or song. There are two entry categories, Year 7 to 9 (Junior) and Year 10 to 12 (Senior).
The competition runs every school term with great prizes on offer and is free to enter.
Cash prizes of $100 plus Gift Vouchers and Memberships are up for grabs.
Entries are now open for our Term 3 competition with the theme “Body”. Entries close Friday 16th September at Midnight.
Find out more here.
Basair - Pilot Career Seminar (Webinar) (Years 10-12)
Learn about career paths, salaries, entry level jobs, qualifications, pilot courses and everything you need to know about becoming a Commercial Pilot in less than a year at Basair.
Time: Monday 25th July 7.00pm - 8.30pm
Location: Online
Details and Registration here.
Defence Careers - Maroochydore: Women in Defence Information Session (Years 10-12)
The Australian Defence Force provides a supportive, inclusive, and respectful workplace where you can grow both personally and professionally.
If you’ve considered maximizing your potential as a member of the Navy, Army, or Air Force, then join us soon for an information session.
Speak with current serving women in Defence about their own experiences and advice and ask any questions you have about ADF careers and opportunities.
Time: Monday 25th July 4.00pm
Location: DFR Maroochydore, 37 Primary School Court, Maroochydore, QLD 4558
Details and Registration are found here.
Defence Careers Virtual Information Session (Years 10-12)
Are you interested to learn about the wide range of roles available in the Navy, Army, and Air Force?
Join an upcoming info session and speak with current serving members to see which Australian Defence Force career is best suited to you.
Time: Tuesday 26th July 6.00pm
Location: Online
Details and Registration found here.
Mrs Wanda Hayes, Head of Career Development