26 November 2018

Careers Information

Peter Frusher, Careers Adviser

University Information

UWA will be running 4 'A Day in the Life of' events in the July school holidays:

A Day in the Life of an Architecture Student, Wednesday 9 July 2014

A Day in the Life of a Chemistry Student, Thursday 10 July 2014

A Day in the Life of an Engineering Student, Tuesday 15 July 2014

A Day in the Life of a Business Student, Wednesday 16 July 2014

The applications for the July events are now open. Please apply via www.studyat.uwa.edu.au/about/events/DITL by completing the online application. All days are open to current Year 11 and 12 students, with the Engineering day also open to Year 10 students. There is no cost for students to participate in any of the events. However, places are limited and interested students must complete the online application.

A Day in the Life of a Uni Student at Notre Dame

Year 10, 11 and 12 students can experience a day in the life of a Uni student at Notre Dame on Friday 18 July 2014. Registration, tours and refreshments from 9.30am - talk to current students, experience lectures and activities, go on a campus tour and have lunch with students and academic staff. RSVP 9433 0533 or future@nd.edu.au // www.nd.edu.au.

Notre Dame University Early Offer Programme 2014

Notre Dame University acknowledges and rewards the achievements of outstanding students through the Early Offer programme by simplifying their access to university.

Students who have a predicted ATAR of 90 or above are encouraged to apply for this early offer by contacting Mr Frusher at Scotch. If a student is successful and accepts their Early Offer, it would in no way prohibit them from applying and accepting an offer from another university.

Applications are now open and close on Friday, 1 August 2014.

Meet Melbourne in Perth

Melbourne University will be holding an information evening in Perth at the Hyatt Regency on Thursday 19 June, 2014 from 6.30pm -8.00pm. This is a very useful information session if your son is considering studying at Melbourne University in 2015.

Information for prospective students and parents will cover:

  • University of Melbourne courses
  • Housing
  • Scholarships
  • Ways to enrich your Melbourne degree

CYO'Connor Institute of Technology

CYO'Connor Institute is offering an exciting opportunity to Year 12 students to visit and take part in obtaining a taste of university life. Encourage them to learn more about the agriculture and agribusiness industry and have the chance to interact with current students and past graduates from the Muresk Campus.

The 'Muresk Taster' on July 24 and 25 2014 is a two-day event held at the iconic Muresk Institute. There are limited places so we encourage students to register as soon as possible. Students will need to complete a registration form by Monday 7 July that must be signed by a parent or guardian. There will be a $40 contribution toward catering and accommodation.

Strong industry support for the Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management degree program is shown through industry based scholarships as well as work placements providing a wide range of career opportunities to graduates.

See Mr Frusher for further details and registration forms.

WAAPA/ECU Open Day

The WAAPA/ECU Open Day is a perfect opportunity to explore behind the scenes at one of the world's foremost performing arts academies. See WAAPA students in action: in rehearsals, classes and backstage. Opening night: 10 August 10:00am Closing night: 10th August 3:00pm.

Revision Courses

WACE Revision Seminars 7-11 July 2014

The WACE Revision Seminars are open to all Western Australian Year 12 students. The seminars are run in the first week of the Term 2 and 3 school holidays, Monday to Friday. They are held at Wesley College, 40 Coode Street South Perth. The seminars aim to strengthen students' knowledge and understanding of the syllabus and prepare them for WACE exams.

The Revision Seminars provide:

  • review of the WACE syllabuses
  • take-home notes and handouts
  • copy of past exam papers
  • examination hints and techniques
  • experienced teachers, who are experts in their field
  • small class sizes
  • high quality revision.

Enrolment & Fees

ICS Learning Group (see attachment for further details and enrolment)

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Learn how to:

Manage time effectively

Set study goals, plans

Reduce exam stress

Take notes systematically

Improve memory

Revise using 10 strategies

Be better organised

Write essays in exams

Use their multiple intelligences

Structure an essay

DATE: 10 July 2014 COST: $132.00

TIME: 9.00am - 3.30pm includes GST, tuition, manual, certificates

TEE Consultant - WACE Revision Courses July 7-11

TEE Consultants are offering WACE revision courses at UWA from 7-11 July, 2014. While emphasis will be on course content, special attention will be given to examination technique, methods of eliminating careless errors and how work should be presented to gain maximum marks. Students attending the course will receive a workbook for each session. Accommodation is also available for country students. Go to www.teeconsultants.com.au register and obtain more details.

For more information and application forms please see Mr Frusher at Scotch or contact TEE Consultants on 9387 2106.

Master Mind Australia - Academic Pathways July Revision Program

Study Skills - Essay Writing - Subject Revision

For all students in Year 10, 11 & 12

This revision programme aims to prepare students for Term 3 and Mock Exams.

Courses will be conducted at:

Christ Church Grammar School, Hale School, All Saints' College and Willetton Senior High School

Early Bird enrolment discount applies if received before 22 June, 2014

For further information on these programs contact:

Dr Robert Hallam at Master Mind Australia on 9486 1377

www.mastermindaustralia.com.au

Academic Task Force WACE Revision Courses 7-11 July and 14-18 July 1014

Churchlands- Perth Modern- Rossmoyne

Study Skills and WACE Subject Revision Courses for Years 11 and 12

Small groups with highly qualified, experienced teachers maximise your performance; achieve success

Enrol with full payment before June 16 to receive our 10% "early bird" discount

For more information and/or to enrol contact Academic Task Force:

Ph: 9314 9500, email: learn@academictaskforce.com.au, visit: www.academictaskforce.com.au

Academic Associates - WACE Revision Courses

Academic Associates are offering revision courses in a variety of WACE courses at Corpus Christi College in the first week of the holidays (July 7 - 11) and UWA Campus in the second week of the holidays (July 14-18). Exam preparation will also be a key component of the courses.

For on-line bookings and further information go to www.academicassociates.com.au or phone 9293 7484

Career Information

Scotch College Combined Schools Careers Expo

This annual event will be happening again on Wednesday 18 June from 5.00pm - 7.30pm in the Dickinson Centre at Scotch College. Year 10, 11 and 12 students are invited to attend with their parents to gain valuable information regarding university courses, apprenticeships, TAFE courses and many other further study and career opportunities. More than 50 exhibitors will be attending.

PSAT/NMSSQT

The Preliminary SAT/national Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test measures the critical reading, writing and maths skills students need to succeed in college and beyond and seen as an essential preparation tools for students who are considering future study in the USA. Scotch College is now a registered test centre and will be offering students the opportunity to sit this test in October 2014. The cost is $14 per student which includes personalised feedback on test results and a suggested custom SAT study plan.

If students are interested in finding out more about this test and/or wish to register their interest, please see Mr Frusher at Scotch College by Friday 20 June 2014 so that tests can be ordered.