YEAR 12 INFORMATION
YEAR 12 TISC GUIDE
All Year 12 students who are applying for university entrance in 2014 have been given the 2014 TISC Guide. This book contains important information about applying to university, enrolments & deferrals, applying to interstate universities and course codes and descriptions and much more for all courses at West Australian universities (except Notre Dame). Mr Frusher has 'walked ' students through this book but if there are any queries then please contact him on 9383 6830 or by email pfrusher@scotch.wa.edu.au.
Please ensure that this book is kept in a safe place until your student is enrolled at a university for 2014. Note that all applications for university entry in 2014 (except Notre Dame) must be made on-line by accessing the TISC website at www.tisc.edu.au and that applications are now open until Friday September 27, 2013, after such time a late fee of $135 will apply.
Notre DameUniversity applications are also now open but will require a written application. All Year 12 students will be given the 2014 Admissions Guide for Notre Dame.
Mr Frusher is available for discussion with students and parents about options for 2014. All Year 12 students will also be given an appointment time with Mr Frusher commencing in Week 6 to discuss tertiary options prior to making their application.
WACE Examinations 2013
The 2013 WACE Examinations timetable is now available on the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (formerly Curriculum Council) website. Students and parents are encouraged to make themselves familiar with the scheduled examination dates and times. Students will be given a personalised timetable later in the term.
UWAY 2014
UWAY is an equity initiative for WACE students whose academic achievements have been adversely affected by certain disadvantages. Students can apply for special entry to an undergraduate degree course at UWA. Please see Mr Frusher for more details.
University of Melbourne Scholarships
A range of scholarships is available to students who are considering applying for further study at Melbourne University in 2014. Please see Mr Frusher for further information or go on-line to: www.services.unimelb.edu.au/scholarships/ugrad/
Australian Defence Force Academy Education Award
Year 11 students who are interested in completing their university studies through ADFA in 2015 are invited to apply for the Education Award by the end of 2013. This award is based on a variety of criteria and successful applicants will be awarded a framed certificate and a new laptop computer. There is no obligation to enrol at ADFA if a student is successful in gaining the award. Mr Frusher is available to provide further information.
Central Institute of Technology Open Arvo
Visit the Central Institute of Technology Perth Campus, 30 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge on Wednesday 18 September to find out more about courses, training, university pathways and the application process and enrolment process for full-time study in 2014. Open from 3.30pm to 6.30pm. You can register your interest online at www.central.wa.edu.au/future_students/experience. Go along to Central's Northbridge campus and find out about all their course offerings. Take a tour through the media and arts areas, engineering and mining facilities, and speak to staff.
Apprenticeships
August is the month that many companies advertise their apprenticeship opportunities for the following year. Students who are seeking apprenticeships in 2014 are advised to scrutinise the Saturday The West Australian each week and to also seek advice from Mr Frusher.
SCHOLARSHIPS
RSM Bird Cameron Regional Scholarships 2014
RSM Bird is one of the largest mid-tier accounting firms in Australia and is keen to promote opportunities to students from regional areas to embark on tertiary studies in Accounting.
For 2014 there will be three scholarships of $7000 each offered to students who enrol on a full time basis into a Commerce/Business degree at any Western Australian university with a major in Accounting. Students must normally reside in an area at least 100km from Perth.
See the website at www.rsmi.com.au/careers or see Mr Frusher at Scotch. Applications close on 1 November 2013.
