Careers Advisers and Teachers Day

Agenda8.55am Welcome and Housekeeping Stephanie Papaioannou & Aaron Ngan

MCs9.05am 2017 Highlights and Achievements

9.15am Vice Chancellor Welcome Professor Attila BrungsUTS Vice Chancellor and President

9.35am

Course UpdatesNew TerminologyB Laws: new majorB Exercise Sports Science: new majorB Advanced Science: new majorB Engineering: new major

Various academics

10.25am UTS Careers Julieanne O’HaraManager UTS Careers Service

10.45am MORNING TEA

11.10am Choice of Info Session 1Various academics and students

12.10am Choice of Info Session 2

1.15pm LUNCH – Great Hall

2.00pm EVENT CLOSE

2017 Highlights

UTS in rankings

2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

International 88 83 47 21 21 15

Rankings change - 5 36 26 - 6

Australia 12 10 5 1 1 1

Rankings change - 2 5 4 - -

Times Higher Education WUR – Top 150 under 50 (2012 – 2017)

Reference: Times Higher Education World University Rankings

Australia’s No.1 Young University 2015 - 2017

No.1 Young university in Australia and no.8 in the world*. *Times Higher Education WUR –Top 200 under 50 (2015-2017)

in Nursing in Australia

Employment rate of all Communication graduates in Australia**Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016 - 17

Art & Design in NSW

Australian University Sports Champions 2017

Young & bright

No.1

No.1No.1No.1

Campus Redevelopment Project

UTS Central (previously Building 2)

UTS Central

Rugby Australia Building

• Located in Moore Park Sports Precinct

• First time university programs integrated with

an Australian elite sporting precinct

• Accommodates 700 sport and exercise

science and physiotherapy students

• More than 100 professional athletes –

Qantas Wallabies and Women’s Sevens

teams

Rooftop running trackTop-floor roof terrace designed for

practice-based teaching such as speed

and acceleration work with track and

team athletes.

Rugby Australia Building

Sport and exercise science research labs• skill acquisition• exercise physiology• biomechanics• strength and conditioning• body composition• impact of environment on athletic performance

Multi-purpose sports hall• Equipped with cameras to support coaching

activities, teaching practicals and research

Rugby Australia Building

Key UTS Spaces• Physiotherapy labs• Multi-purpose sports hall• Skill acquisition research lab• Exercise physiology research lab• Biomechanics research lab• Environmental lab• Strength and conditioning lab• Body composition lab• Rooftop running track

Rugby Australia Building

Our success stories

Rob CastanedaFounder and CEO, Service RocketBachelor of Science in Computing Science*, 2001• UTS Chancellor’s Award for Excellence

UTS Alumni Awards 2017 • Top ‘40-under-40’ entrepreneurs by Silicon

Valley Business Journal• Worked alongside Facebook and NASA

*now called Bachelor of Computing Science

Our success stories

Caro Meldrum-HannaJournalist, ABC TV’s Four CornersBachelor of Arts in Communication* (Journalism) Bachelor of Laws (2007)• UTS Alumni Award for Excellence 2017 Faculty of

Arts and Social Sciences • Multi-award winning journalist• Reported on abuse of children in juvenile detention

in Four Corners Story ‘Australia’s Shame’*now called Bachelor of Communication (Journalism)

Vice-Chancellor Welcome

Professor Attila BrungsVice-Chancellor and President

Future of the workforce

In less than two decades…

• 40% of Australian jobs will be automated• 70% of jobs affected by automation and AI

*CEDA, 2015, Australia’s Future of Work

Students require ‘boundary crossing’ skills• Design thinking• Problem solving• Creativity

• Communication• Entrepreneurism• Domain knowledge

Jobs of the future

Creating an innovative generation

• Students become creators of knowledge• Collaborate with industry, community,

government, academic researchers on real-life projects and briefs

• Mix of immersive studios, project and internship-based learning

Internships and Entrepreneurship

• 47% of students want to create their own

jobs and ventures

• Our duty is to equip students with skills to

aid successful entrepreneurialism

• UTS is committed to supporting student

entrepreneurship through hands-on, real-

world collaborations

The Hatchery

Matthew Childs- Graduate Bachelor of Business

- Created Wine Stash

Mahya Mirzaei- Completed her PhD at UTS

- Created Learned Hub

Learning.Futures

1. Professional practice situated in a global workplace

2. Integrated exposure to professional practice

3. Learning which is research-inspired and integrated

Future of Campus Master Plan

UTS Central• Scheduled for completion in 2019• Variety of teaching, student areas

and student services hub• New Science Super Lab• UTS Library• Faculty of Law

Social JusticeJake Duczynski- Bachelor of Design in Animation

- 2017 Young Alumni Award winner

- Created an app to save Indigenous language

Dr Jordan Nguyen- Founder and CEO Psykinetic

- Focused his research on helping people with

disabilities

What can we do to help support yougiven the changing nature of work?

How can we collectively worktogether in preparing students for

the workforce of the future?

New terminology

Year 12 Subject Scheme:previously Year 12 Bonus Points

Adjustment points or adjustments: previously bonus points

Selection rank:A student’s raw ATAR plus any adjustment points that they may qualify for through a UTS admission scheme

Admission scheme: previously entry scheme

Admission pathway: previously entry pathway

New Majors

Bachelor of LawsLegal Futures andTechnology Major

Maxine EversAssociate Dean (Education)Faculty of Law

Why?Legal Futures

and Technology Artificial intelligencetools for research and discovery

Automated systemsgenerate legal documents (wills and contracts)

Digital applicationsfor Dispute Resolution.

Blockchain, bitcoin and fourth industrial revolution

The world is changing…Technology, disruption, outsourcing and globalization are transforming the legal industry

The role of lawyers

• Disruptive technologies are impacting the law and legal profession

• Future lawyers must be well-versed in all things legal technology

• Play a significant role in regulation and management of technology

More than ever before, lawyers need to be problem solvers

Legal Futures and Technology

• First major of its kind in Australia

• New in 2018

• Available in standalone Bachelor of

Laws, combined and Honours degrees

• Undertaken in penultimate and final year

of study

Major structureLegal Futures and Technology majorCommence study in Year 3 for standalone degree, and Year 4 for combined degrees

Subject 1 Technology Law, Policy and Ethics (Capstone 1)

Subject 2 Applied Project in Law, Innovation and Technology (Capstone 2)

Subject 3Choice of:• Disruptive Technologies and the Law• Local Internship

Subject 4 & 5 Choice of Legal Technology related electives

Subjects provide students with the skills for a competitive edge in applying for clerkships and graduate positions

Forefront of the technology revolution

• Future of the Legal Profession series

• Allens Neota UTS Law Tech Challenge

• UTS Law Students’ Society Technology Moot

• UTS & King and Wood Mallesons Hackathon2017 UTS-KWM HackathonPhoto Credit: KWM

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise ScienceExercise Therapy MajorPathway to Master of Physiotherapy

Dr Rob BowerDirector of Sport and Exercise StudiesFaculty of Health

Why ?Exercise Therapy

Specialist qualificationsgain advanced knowledge in sport and exercise science, health and physiotherapy

Practical experienceextensive undergraduate internship program plus a clinical placement in a NSW Health facility during the postgraduate course

Professional recognitionMaster of Physiotherapy is fully accredited (with conditions) by the Australian Physiotherapy Council, and approved by the Physiotherapy Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Industry connectionsboth degrees taught in brand new world-class facilities at Moore Park, Sydney’s elite sporting hub

Exit point

Bachelor of Sport

and Exercise ScienceCore years 1 & 2

Exercise

Science major

Health & Physical

Education major

No Specific

major

Master of

Physiotherapy

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Master of Teaching

in Secondary

Education pathway

# Highly competitive application process

Not guaranteed

Master of

Physiotherapy

guaranteed* pathway

*Guaranteed entry subject to

- credit average

- Successful interview (Year 2)

Exercise Therapy

major

Bachelor of Sport

and Exercise Science*Core years 1 & 2

*Separate UAC code Students must apply for this major

before the commencement of their

degree to be eligible for the

guaranteed pathway

Major structure

Year 3 (Exercise Therapy major)Autumn Spring

Sport and Exercise Science Practicum Exercise Rehabilitation

Complex Exercise Management Applied Exercise Physiology

Motor Learning and Control Skill Acquisition

Sport and Exercise Medicine Neuroscience

Career Options in Sport and ExerciseCareer opportunities in sport, health and fitness, teaching and recreation industries:

• Physiotherapist (public, private, community settings, sports clubs, rehab centres)• Sport scientist• Exercise scientist• Exercise physiologist• Exercise rehabilitation• Corporate health and wellbeing• Strength and conditioning• Personal training• Coaching and athlete development• High performance manager• Performance analyst

Master of PhysiotherapyProgression to the Master’s is subject to:• maintaining a credit average

• a successful internal interview which assesses: communication skills,

interpersonal skills, interest in and commitment to physiotherapy as a career

What’s it all about?• Two-year degree, full-fee (not CSP)

• Practice-based course, purpose-built teaching spaces, plinth rooms

• Graduates eligible for registration as a physiotherapist in Australia – a

fulfilling career working side-by-side with people & a profession that’s in

demand

• Core areas of study: musculoskeletal, sport rehabilitation, neurological,

paediatric and cardiorespiratory physiotherapy across the lifespan

Health pathways to postgraduate study

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science• Exercise Science major > Master of Physiotherapy• Health and Physical Education major > Master of Teaching in Secondary

Education (PDHPE Teaching)Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management

• With the right subject choices > Master of Physiotherapy

Bachelor of Health Science• Human Structure and Function major > Master of Physiotherapy• Pharmacology major > Master of Pharmacy

Bachelor ofAdvanced SciencePharmaceutical SciencesPathway to Master of Pharmacy

Dr Willa HustonSenior LecturerFaculty of Science

Why ?Pharmaceutical Sciences

Specialist qualificationfor students interested in pharmacy or pharmaceutical science

World-class facilitiessuch as the Science Super Lab, only one of two in Australia

Industry needsfor researchers and scientists in biotechnology and pharmaceutical fields

Guaranteed entry pathwayto the Master of Pharmacy (subject to conditions)

Pharmaceutical sciences major

• New major in 2019: in Bachelor of Advanced Science

• Specialist course to prepare students for postgraduate studies in pharmacy

• Designed in conjunction with the UTS Graduate School of Health

• Career opportunities: scientists in biotechnology and drug companies

Pharmaceutical sciences major

• Understand chemistry, biology and technology of

medicines and other chemical formulations

• Exposed to world-class research on

pharmacology and human health

• Develop knowledge and practical skills critical to

development of new drugs and therapies

• Pharmacological research is a strength at UTS

World class facilities

Study in modern, advanced learning environments

Course structureAutumn session Spring Session

Year 1Chemistry 1Cell biology and geneticsGeneral microbiologyQuantitative skills for science

Chemistry 2 (advanced)Physical aspects of natureHuman anatomy and physiologyResearch methods

Year 2Metabolic biochemistryOrganic chemistryPhysiological systemsElective

Human pathophysiologyHuman anatomy 2Medicinal chemistryElective

Year 3Clinical features of diseaseHuman anatomy 3Pharmacology 1Elective

Drug DiscoveryMedical and applied physiologyPharmacology 2Elective

Students must select one Biochemistry elective to be eligible for the pathway to Master of Pharmacy

Course structureB Advanced Science (Pharmaceutical Science) Master of Pharmacy

First Year Second Year Third Year First Year Second YearChemistry 1 Cell biology and genetics General microbiology Quantitative skills for science Chemistry 2 (advanced) Physical aspects of nature Human anatomy and physiology Research methods

Metabolic biochemistry Organic chemistry 1 Physiological systems Human pathophysiology Human anatomy 2Medicinal chemistry Biochemistry Electives x 2

Clinical features of disease Human anatomy 3 Pharmacology 1 Drug discovery Medical and applied physiology Pharmacology 2 Biochemistry Electives x 2

Core subjectsClinical subjectsElectives

Exit point

Master of PharmacyProgression to the Master’s is subject to:• maintaining a credit average

• a successful internal interview which assesses: communication skills,

interpersonal skills, interest in and commitment to pharmacy as a career

What’s it all about?• Two-year degree

• Limited CSP places or full-fee paying (FEE-HELP available)

• Practice-ready graduates, extensive clinical placements

• Graduates eligible for registration as a pharmacist in Australia upon

completion of one-year internship

• Core areas of study: builds on students’ strong scientific foundation to

provide comprehensive knowledge relevant to contemporary pharmacy

practice.

Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)Diploma in Professional Engineering PracticeElectronic Engineering Major

Associate Professor Rob JarmanAssociate Dean (Teaching & Learning)Faculty of Engineering & IT

Why?Electronic

Engineering

for more precise, powerful, reliable, less power consuming, biocompatible and safe technologies

Internet of Things (IoT)predicted to have 50 billion ‘things’ connected by 2020 (Cisco)

Advanced future electronic systemssuch as artificial intelligent integrated circuits and systems

Electronic engineersWill drive these tech advances

Demand for 5G systems and components

Global demand

Electronic engineering major• 2018 selection rank: 82.05• Future focused field of engineering - electronic

components are becoming smaller, faster, lighter and more power efficient

• Design, build and test the hardware found inside smart devices (sensors, cameras, batteries etc.)

• Internet of Things (IoT) software or hardware as a sub-major

• Career opportunities across a range of high-tech industries

• Careers: 7% growth in the next 10 years

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Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)Diploma in Professional Engineering PracticeFlexible Engineering

Why?Flexible

Engineering

into multiple fields of engineering

Build a niche skillsetacross two or more majors that align with career objectives

Flexibilityto choose one major in second year or continue with mix

Practical experienceincludes two six-month internships to put skills into practice

Gain insights

Flexible engineering• 2018 selection rank: 78.60

• Combine two or more majors, allowing them to explore multiple areas of interest or build a niche skillset across compatible fields

• Option to trial majors then choose one in second year

• Careers: Technical engineering skills and soft skills developed during program open broad careers across industry including; engineering, technology, government, finance, research, energy, defence, transport

• Salary expectation: Median salary for graduate role is $60K

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Julieanne O’HaraManager

Largest Careers Service in an Australian University

Careers

Curriculum & Career

Development Team

Career Programs Team Operations Team

Engagement Team Business Development Team

Internships Project Staff

Our support starts day one of students time at UTS.

U: Professional

Why?

Graduate Recruitment

• Employers StoryEmployers Story

1,200Applications

47Per Position

8Stages of

Recruitment

186% Increase in

Video Interviewing

Graduate Recruitment

• Graduates storyEmployers Story

Worked Part-Time Whilst Studying

81%

7 Months Related Work Experience

Started Graduate Job Seeking PRIOR to Final Year

58.2%

Accepted A Role NOT Related to Their Degree

83%

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Events

What next?

Meet UTS Careers at UTS Open Day

and Info Day

Prospective student appointments

School Career Advisor visit

Questions?

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