QCE and Beyond Careers Expo

In response to COVID-19 restrictions, InspirED are hosting a Virtual QCE and Beyond Careers Expo for all Year 10-12 students and parents from 17th to 21st June.

Visit virtual booths from more than 80 university and higher education providers and access faculty-specific information. Ask live questions or book a video chat with student advisors. Find out more and register here.

Bursaries for Year 12 Students

Federal Member for Fisher, Mr Andrew Wallace MP, is offering bursaries for Year 12 students who live in the Fisher electorate and are planning to enter an apprenticeship or traineeship next year. Each bursary consists of three payments of $1000 over the course of this year. Applications close on 15th June. For more information or to apply, visit: https://www.andrewwallacemp.com.au/.

University Applications – Year 12 Students

The time is fast approaching for tertiary-bound Year 12 students to get their university applications organised. If you haven’t already done so, please request an appointment to see Mrs Wanda Hayes to discuss your options. Students and parents please note a couple of key points.

• Applications will open in the first week of August and it’s not possible to apply before then.
• Year 12 students will have access to general information sessions at school during their Personal Development lessons to help them prepare to make their applications.
• During Term 3, Mrs Wanda Hayes will also run a webinar for Pacific students and parents about the university application process.
• Applications for most courses in Queensland will remain open right through to early December.
• USC’s Early Offer Guarantee applications also open in the first week of August – more information will follow closer to the time.

CQU Webinar

CQU is offering a Year 12 parent webinar Tuesday 16th June from 4.00pm to 5.00pm. The webinar will include information on:

• Opportunities for students after high school;
• Making career choices;
• Where to find course information including entry requirements;
• How to apply;
• Alternate pathways;
• Course fees;
• Scholarships, and
• What comes after application.

For further information and to register, click here.

Griffith University Webinar

Griffith University is also offering a Year 11-12 parent and student information webinar on Tuesday 16th June. This webinar will run from 5.00pm – 7.00pm. For registration and further information, visit: griffith.edu.au/parent-student-info-webinars.

The webinar will include:

• QTAC and Griffith Pathways presentations; and
• Online chat with student advisors.

Webinar Overload?

If you want to see both of the above webinars but are concerned about the time commitment, remember that webinars are usually recorded. If you register in advance, you will receive the recording, whether or not you attend the live event. So, register now and then you can watch the webinars at a time convenient for you!

Mrs Wanda Hayes, Head of Career Development