Careers News 12 April 2018 from Mr David Russell | Curriculum Co-ordinator / Student Advisor

Game Development Workshop

Event Name : Industry Experience Day Date : 18th Apr 2018 Time : 10am - 3pm Venue : Level 2, Wentworth Park Grandstand, Wattle St, Ultimo Cost : FREE Contact : Jessica Bull : 85148800 Event Description : AIE's Industry Experience Days are a great opportunity for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 to learn about the local and international game development, 3D animation and visual effects industries. Students will get the opportunity to learn about the different pathways to get into the industry, what should be in a portfolio and will be able to get creative in practical workshops using industry-standard 3D animation and game development tools. The sessions are run by industry professionals who have worked on some blockbuster games and films. Everything is provided for you to participate in the hands-on workshops and you will be using the same software that is used in the industry. If you are thinking about a career in the games or film industry then we highly recommend registering for the free event. http://www.aie.edu.au/IED

Journalism, Events and other courses information session Event Name : Career Taster Day Date : 19th Apr 2018 Time : 11.00am - 3.00pm Venue : Macleay College - Level 2, 28 Foveaux Street Surry Hills Cost : FREE Contact : Adriana Kind : 0477 719 450 Event Description : Choosing where to study is an important decision! To help students decide, we are hosting a Career Taster Day at our Sydney campus on Thursday 19th April, 2018 from 11:00AM - 3:00PM. The aim of this event is to help students make the right decision next year, whether that be to take a gap year, enrol to study or to start working. They will learn more about their options, the courses we offer, pathways and the Macleay difference. The Career Taster Day will give an experiential snapshot of the career they are considering, whether that be as a content creator, digital designer, sports publicist, digital journalist or an entrepreneur. Sessions include: Developing the Perfect Creative Campaign | Advertising & Media Preparing for the Big Game | Sports Business Run Your Own Music Festival | Event Management What Is PR, and How Do You Do It? | Public Relations How to be a Journalist in the Digital Age | Journalism User Experience Design & the Jobs of the Future | Digital Media Social Media Marketing, Uncovered | Marketing Launching a Start-Up: Phase One | Entrepreneurship It's a free event and lunch is provided, however, places are limited so secure your spot today. RSVP HERE: https://www.macleay.edu.au/events/career-taster-day-sydney-april

Creative Media Information Session Event Name : SAE SYDNEY INFO NIGHT Date : 19th Apr 2018 Time : 6:00PM - 8:00PM Venue : SAE Sydney Campus Cost : FREE Contact : Mariana Botter : sydney@sae.edu Event Description : Find your true calling with the leading global specialist in Creative Media Education. We're opening the doors of our state-of-the-art, brand new Sydney campus on Thursday, 19 April, from 6pm-8pm as an opportunity to visit your classrooms before the next intake in May. If you're considering studying creative media, Animation, Audio, Design, Film or Games, now is the time to speak to our experienced team, your future mentors, and discover how you can pursue your passion in these dynamic and expanding industries. Talk to current students and learn about the life of a creative student while studying and into your future after graduation. You can begin your creative career now! ACTIVITIES ON THE NIGHT: Take a small group tour of our purpose-built four-storey campus Meet our expert team of academic trainers See demonstrations of current and past student projects from all disciplines, including recently published student games, screenings of short films from the animation and film departments, diverse graphic design portfolios and audio production projects Get answers to your questions on getting started with SAE Complete enrolment paperwork INFORMATION SESSIONS: There will be general information sessions held on the night, where you will learn about our unique programs, career pathways, learning outcomes, internships and admissions information and to discover how our students are gaining the competitive edge when entering their chosen industry. REGISTER HERE to attend: http://bit.ly/2tnVcg3

Job Pathways Charts – Health

Try A Skill Event On 20th June, an event called Try a Skill is to be held at the Ourimbah campus. It is an opportunity to hear about various vocations and trades and, in some instance, to actually have a try at some activities related to various vocations. While the types of vocations on display are yet to be confirmed, the list below gives some ideas of those most likely to be scheduled on the day. There will be industry specialists available to answer questions,

demonstrate their trade and provide immediate

feedback for students.

The activities are run in two sessions. An optional excursion from the College will leave school at 11 am in order to attend the second session, returning for 3:!5pm. A free lunch (sausage sizzle) is provided. Students are encouraged to ask questions and be involved trying any activities that are of interest to them. A permission letter will be available in due course. If interested, please see Mr Russell.

Myskills Website Thinking about your career…? You might like to investigate Vocational training via the government Myskills website… https://www.myskills.gov.au/career-info/starting-your-career/

UTS Science Career Videos

UTS have produced a set of

videos to show what its like

to work in Science or

Maths. From marine

biology, medical Science to

analytics and

biotechnology, you can see

how Science and maths is

applied to the real world

with this series of videos.

For more information, visit

https://www.youtube.com/user/utschannel and go to the sub heading ‘Course Experience’ and choose Science.

Interested in Forensic Science?

Visit https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/find-a-course/bachelor-forensic-science

ATTENTION, HIGH-ACHIEVING STUDENTS

Places are filling fast for our Actuarial Experience Day on Wednesday 18 April, so we encourage your high-

achieving mathematics students who haven’t yet registered, to do so soon.

Held during the school holidays, this event will introduce your high-achieving mathematics students to the

exciting and rewarding career of an actuary. They will also learn about our new Co-operative Education

(Co-op) program, which is available through our Bachelor of Actuarial Studies with Bachelor of Professional

Practice.

This highly competitive course combines industry experience with study and provides a scholarship for the

duration of a student’s studies.

WHEN

Wednesday 18 April 2018

9.00am - 3.15pm WHERE

Forum

17 Wally's Walk, Macquarie University, NSW 2109

COST

Free.

Lunch will be provided.

RSVP

Friday 13 April 2018

REGISTER NOW

Any questions? Contact Future Students for more details about this event:

E: futurestudents@mq.edu.au

The annual Student and Parent Information Evening on Wednesday 23 May is open to Year 10 to Year

12 students and their parents.

This event is an opportunity for students to:

learn how our innovative courses will prepare them for the future find out about our early entry, adjustment factors and pathway programs discover how our location within the Macquarie Park Innovation District will help them connect with

future employers.

They’ll hear from current students about their Macquarie experience and from a successful graduate

who will discuss how Macquarie helped them secure their dream career.

WHEN

Wednesday 23 May 2018, 6pm – 8pm

WHERE

Macquarie University

RSVP

Register by Tuesday 22 May 2018

Find out more and register

Advising

From 7pm to 8pm, students and parents will have the opportunity to speak with current Macquarie

students about their experiences. They’ll also be able to speak with staff about the areas of study or

support services that interest them most.

If you have any questions, contact the Future Students team on (02) 9850 6767 or at

futurestudents@mq.edu.au.

We look forward to welcoming you to our campus.

University of Sydney Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Check the academic entry requirements for your undergraduate course before submitting your application.

Visit the website https://sydney.edu.au/study/admissions/apply/entry-requirements/undergraduate-academic-

requirements.html to see what entry requirements you can expect for your course.

Also, don't forget about other pathways to study, such as alternative entry schemes (for domestic students) and

foundation programs (for international students).

Maths course prerequisite

From 2019, students need to complete the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) Mathematics (not General

Mathematics) in order to meet the requirements for admission into a number of courses, including economics,

commerce, engineering and IT, psychology, pharmacy, veterinary science and science. Learn more about the

new mathematics entry requirement.

Assumed knowledge

For some courses or units of study, we assume you have reached a certain level of knowledge or have passed a

relevant subject at Australian Year 12 level or equivalent. Visit Find a course to check if your course has any

assumed knowledge - it often refers to a New South Wales Higher School Certificate (HSC) subject. To learn

more about the HSC subjects and gain an understanding of the expected level of study in other qualifications

visit the HSC subjects webpage.

Students are generally advised against taking a unit of study or course for which they do not have the assumed

knowledge. If you do not have the assumed knowledge for your course the University strongly recommends that

you undertake bridging studies. For more information visit the bridging courses webpage.

UNSW opportunities

If you are interested in the above opportunity, click Register after following the link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/engineering-high-school-info-day-registration-44006052287?_cldee=ZHJ1c3NlbGxAZ3BjYy5uc3cuZWR1LmF1&recipientid=contact-411c6229e34fe71180f970106fa39b51-d4d21ae60e014853bb6186d2a2dc16d5&esid=3a00467a-c237-e811-812f-c4346bde3591

Medicine Information about UNSW

To watch the medicine video, use the following link

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HzfhqOKFY4&feature=youtu.be&_cldee=ZHJ1c3NlbGxAZ3BjYy5uc3cuZWR1Lm

F1&recipientid=contact-411c6229e34fe71180f970106fa39b51-

d4d21ae60e014853bb6186d2a2dc16d5&esid=3a00467a-c237-e811-812f-c4346bde3591

Architecture, Design, Planning and Construction Workshop

To register for the holiday workshop, visit

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/unsw-experience-built-environment-school-holiday-workshops-tickets-44469258750?recipientid=contact-411c6229e34fe71180f970106fa39b51-d4d21ae60e014853bb6186d2a2dc16d5&_cldee=ZHJ1c3NlbGxAZ3BjYy5uc3cuZWR1LmF1&esid=3a00467a-c237-e811-812f-c4346bde3591

Charles Sturt University (CSU) News The CSU Undergraduate Guide for courses in 2019 has arrived in the College and is available for students to look at in the Library.

Job Opportunity – Apprenticeship with Borg on Central Coast

Surveying - Fact Sheet

General News

My Health Career Videos

Watch a variety of specialists who give their candid insight on why they enjoy their careers.

Dentistry:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/dentistry/

Dietetics

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/dietetics/

Medicine:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/medicine/

Nursing:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/nursing/

Occupational Therapy:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/occupational-therapy/

Optometry:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/optometry/

Pharmacy:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/pharmacy/

Physiotherapy:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/physiotherapy

Podiatry:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/podiatry/

Psychology:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/psychology/

All:

https://www.myhealthcareer.com.au/videos

UMAT Workshop

UMAT registrations for 2018 are now open. Senior students may need to sit this exam if they would like to apply for

medicine in 2019. Seventeen universities accept school leavers directly into their medical programs. Please visit

http://www.MedEntry.edu.au UTS Engineering and IT Undergrad Info Evening 14 June. 5.00pm to 8.30pm Hear from industry experts, students and leading academics about the exciting new tech careers which lie ahead. From robotics to cyber security to artificial intelligence and the internet of things, hear about the unique career opportunities for emerging graduates and the programs we have at UTS to help you prepare. It's also a great opportunity to meet academics and current students who can share information on course options, and how you can prepare for your university journey. Register: https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-engineering-and-information-technology/events/undergraduate-information-evening Discover Nursing @ UTS 21 June. 5.30pm Find out about the exciting and ever changing world of nursing, a career that allows you to specialise across most forms of medicine and can take you across the world. Register: https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/health/why-health-uts/events-and-brochures/discover-sessions

An insight into universities from around the world - Crimson Education's Youtube Channel

Give your students an insight into universities from around the world with Crimson Education's YouTube channel.

See interviews with students at top US and UK universities as well as Australian and New Zealand campuses.

Everything from course specific information to campus life. Please feel free to share the link:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_f7C43GUWhif5_yPsamdfA

Webinar on Everything You Need To Know About US/UK Universities

14 April

There are profound benefits of gaining admission to top universities across the US and UK. So, how do you get in?

What's the application process like? Which university would be the right fit? Join us for an online webinar, to have all

your questions answered by overseas education experts, Crimson Education. Sign up, free, here:

https://learn.crimsoneducation.org/usukwebinar_2018-0

Study in the USA

7 May. 5.30-7.30pm

Redlands School Hall, 272 Military Rd Cremorne

All students and parents welcome. Over 20 USA universities represented including Boston University, Princeton,

Harvard, USC, Michigan, Hawaii, Fordham and NYU. Registration essential: https://www.trybooking.com/367065

Pilot - BASAIR Career Info Seminar

Bankstown Airport from 7:00pm - 8:30pm

26 June

26 July

27 August

26 September

30 October

26 November

Learn about a career as a Commercial Pilot at one of our free information seminars. Find out more:

http://www.basair.com.au/Events

SAE Open Days 5 August Sydney - 39 Regent Street Chippendale. Byron Bay - 373-391 Ewingsdale Road We’re opening the doors to our, state-of-the-art campus. If you’re considering studying creative media, now is the time to speak to our experienced team, and pursue your passion in this dynamic and expanding industry of animation, film, music and sound production.

Sydney - https://sae.edu.au/news-and-events/events/sydney-campus-open-day-august-5-2018/?date=2018-08-

05&id=557 Byron Bay - https://sae.edu.au/news-and-events/events/byron-bay-campus-open-day-august-5-2018/?date=2018-08-05&id=556

Information Session at College of Event Management

10 May. 6.30pm.

Specialising solely in event management training. Our courses are nationally recognised and give students specific,

practical and relevant, hands on experience that leads to employment within the event management industry. See

more information on our website:

https://www.collegeofeventmanagement.com.au

JMC Academy Open Day

12 May

Celebrating 35 years in education, JMC Academy remains Australia’s leading Creative Industries institution, offering

Degrees and Diplomas in Music, Songwriting, Audio Engineering, Film and Television Production, Entertainment

Business Management, Digital Design, 3D Animation and Game Design . https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/

HSC Economics & Business Studies Workshop 24 April. 1.30pm to 5.30pm UTS Business School is hosting a workshop for Year 11 and 12 students undertaking Economics and or Business Studies in their HSC. Developed in consultation with leading high school teachers from across NSW, the workshop will feature two streams. Register: https://www.uts.edu.au/about/uts-business-school/what-we-do/upcoming-events-and-info-sessions/events-1/hsc-economics-and Will Robots Take My Job?

A US based site which looks at the level of change and disruption caused by technology across hundreds of careers. It

has relevance as similar changes may occur in Australia. Enter your chosen career and sit back and see what may

happen!

https://willrobotstakemyjob.com/

Australian STEM Video Game Challenge

To 3 August

(Inclusive of registration, game build and entry submission.)

Students can enter in teams of 1- 4 members, and it’s free to enter to design, build test a video game. Go to:

https://www.stemgames.org.au/teachers-and-parents/mentor-registration

Careers with STEM Science Out Now

The latest edition of Careers with STEM magazine - Science - this magazine looks at the myriad of careers that start

with a foundation of Science. It has tips on how to turn study into start-ups, the top 9 industries for science

graduates and you can also meet one of the Superstars of STEM. Go to this site for an e-edition.

CareerswithSTEM.com/read-it-here What are Entry Requirements?

When you register for a TAFE NSW course, the entry requirements for the course are clearly displayed in the course

information. You must be able to show that you meet the entry requirements when you enrol in the course. https://www.tafensw.edu.au/get-started-at-tafe-nsw/entry-requirements