Careers News
Careers News
Griffith Uni Future Leaders Retreat (Year 11)
Griffith’s Future Leaders Retreat is for students entering Year 12 in 2023. This all-inclusive event will be held at the Griffith Gold Coast campus and the Gold Coast Performance Centre from 16th –18th January 2023. Through a program of inspiring lectures, interactive sessions and relaxing social events, you will enjoy career development and networking opportunities, as well as the chance to develop your leadership skills and create new friendships. Students will also hear from featured speakers, including leading researchers, personal development coaches and professional skills specialists.
You can find out more information regarding the Retreat here.
Admission to the Retreat is only via College recommendation. If you are interested in being nominated for the Retreat, please email your expression of interest to Wanda Hayes (whayes@pacluth.qld.edu.au) by Monday 24th October.
Griffith University early offer scheme update (Year 12)
Students who wish to apply for an early offer to Griffith University may be concerned their IA1, IA2 and IA3 results are not yet showing on the QCAA MyQCE portal. There is good news for you: the admissions team at Griffith has now confirmed they are happy to accept IA results directly from the student's school student management system, results on College letterhead or QCAA statement of provisional results. So, if you would like a copy of your results on College letterhead, please email Wanda Hayes.
Sunshine Coast University Showcase (Year 11)
In the past, universities from all over Queensland have collaborated to deliver a roadshow called the Sunshine Coast University Showcase. The showcase this year will be run at the University of the Sunshine Coast. We have booked a session for Pacific students on Thursday, 10th November.
Please note that the Showcase includes representatives from the Australian Defence Force and TAFE Queensland, as well as representatives from all major Queensland Universities. So there really is something for everyone at the showcase. A letter will go out to families of all Year 11 students next week. Students who are interested in attending the Showcase are asked to register as outlined in that letter by 27th October.
Amelia Earhart Bursary (scholarship) (Year 12)
The Zonta Club Caloundra City offers a Bursary for $2,000.00 to girls in Year 12 who are planning to study science, engineering, mathematics or aeronautical studies at tertiary level in 2023. This Bursary is awarded annually and may be used at any University or College. Applications for the Bursary need to be received by 30th November 2022. These will be assessed by a panel and suitable applicants will be asked to attend an interview in December. Evidence of Year 12 results and awards will need to be provided at the interview. The application form is attached here.
Selection ranks for performing arts qualifications (Year 10-12)
QUT has just announced they will now grant a guaranteed selection rank for a range of performing arts qualifications. For example, AMEB seventh and eighth grade Music qualifications and some equivalent Speech and Drama qualifications will give a student a selection rank of 84. For students who wish to study at QUT, this means they could gain entry to some courses on the basis of their completed performing arts qualifications. Details of selection ranks that QUT will award for various qualifications are outlined here. Watch this space to see if other universities follow suit…
QUT Diploma in Esports (Year 11 and 12)
Are you actively involved in online gaming? Do you play in an esports team; like playing against friends; or even get involved in local tournaments? Esports is a serious business. It is estimated that the video games industry is worth close to $100 billion in 2022. New esports job opportunities are appearing weekly and include roles for commentators, event managers, journalists, content creators, photographers, coaches, and sales and marketing executives.
The QUT Diploma in Esports provides students with foundational knowledge and skills related to esports as an emerging billion-dollar industry worldwide and how students can be involved in the coming esports revolution. Covering both practical and theoretical realms, physical and mental health, pro-athlete attitudes and values, business strategies and a range of digital technologies, this qualification will prepare students for a variety of esports career pathways. As a blended education model, students gain skills online and on campus in a highly supportive environment.
Students who successfully complete this course will be automatically offered a place in any of these QUT degrees:
- Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Creative Industries
- Bachelor of Communication
- Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments
- Bachelor of Information Technology
QUT Offer Guarantee: If students achieve an ATAR/QUT selection rank of 60.00 or higher (including any adjustments) and satisfy all other admission requirements, they are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Diploma details: QUT website information
Year 10 QTAC Guides available (all year levels)
The Year 10 QTAC Guide lists all university courses in Queensland and outlines subjects required for entry to each one, based on universities’ commitments. We have some spare copies of the Guide for the 2025 university admissions year. If you would like your own copy of the guide, see Mrs Wanda Hayes, at the back of the Library.
Casual tutoring jobs for 2023 (Year 12)
Number Works’n’Words is currently recruiting Maths and English Tutors for 2023. Applicants should have successful results in either or both English and Maths Methods and should be studying at University in 2023 (not deferring). Successful applicants will have the opportunity to work at least 2 afternoons per week, from 16th January 2023, and could also work some shifts before the end of this year. Please email Wanda Hayes if you are interested in applying.
Transition to University – Senior information evening (Years 11 and 12)
The University of Queensland invites you to participate in a transition to university night, hosted by Andrew Bannerman from the Future Students Australia team.
This event is aimed towards Year 11 and 12 students who have chosen university as their next step after high school. Students are provided with detailed information regarding ATAR advice and responding to their university offer, how to enrol in university and plan a timetable, as well as a panel of current UQ students from the Sunshine Coast region who will share their tips to a successful transition from high school to university. Although it is UQ-focused, the information can be applied to general university study.
Audience: Students, parents, carers and Guidance Officers
Date: Wednesday 9th November 2022
Time: 4.30pm – 6.00pm
Location: Sunshine Coast Grammar School, Lecture Theatre
To register, click this link.
Mrs Wanda Hayes, Head of Career Development