Careers Information
Peter Frusher, Careers Adviser
University Information
Year 12 Parents and Students
TISC Applications
All Year 12 students who are applying for university entrance in 2015 have been given the 2015 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 2015. Note that all applications for university entry in 2015 (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 Tuesday September 30, 2014, after such time a late fee of $130 will apply.
Notre DameUniversity applications are also now open but will require a written application. All Year 12 students will be given the 2015 Admissions Guide for Notre Dame.
Mr Frusher is available for discussion with students and parents about options for 2015. 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.
At this stage Year 12 students should have received a Prospectus from each of the WA Universities and a Year 12 WACE Information Handbook 2014 (on-line at Schools Curriculum & Standards Authority - www.scsa.wa.edu.au). Following on from the Scotch Careers Expo, students are encouraged to attend university and TAFE Open Days throughout the month of August.
Interstate University Applications
Applications to public interstate universities is done through the respective admission centres in each State as detailed below.
Victorian University Applications (VTAC)
The VTAC Guide 2015 is now available for download on the VTAC website - http://www.vtac.edu.au . The VTAC Guide will be on sale in newsagencies from Friday, 25 July.
Applications for 2015 courses open at 9am on Monday, 4 August.
New South Wales University Applications (UAC)
South Australian University Applications (SATAC)
Queensland Universities (QTAC)
Tasmania University (including Australian Maritime College) (UTAS)
Please note that applications to Bond University are made direct to the university.
Overseas Applications
Applications to overseas universities are completed in a variety of ways with applications for the commencement of university in July/August 2015 needing to be completed by January 2015. For further information please see Mr Frusher at Scotch College.
Principal's Recommendation Early Entry to Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management at Muresk
Applications are now open to get an early offer (December 2014) into the Bachelor of Agricultural Business Management at Muresk under a Principal's recommendation from your school.
It is open to ATAR and non-ATAR students seen as academically talented.
Contact Mr Frusher at Scotch for further information.
UWAY 2015
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/
Year 10, 11 and 12 Parents and Students
University Open Days
Notre Dame University Sunday 17 August 2014, 10am - 4pm
Murdoch University Sunday 24 August 2014, 10am - 4pm
University of Melbourne Sunday 17 August 2014, 10am-4pm
St Andrew's College, University of Sydney - Scholarships and Bursaries for students for 2015
Scholarships information can be found here: standrewscollege.edu.au/current-students/scholarships-and-prizes/
Bursary Assistance information can be found here: standrewscollege.edu.au/current-students/bursary-assistance/
Our means-tested bursary assistance include packages up to full fee relief, depending on need.
The University of Sydney also offers some great scholarships to undergraduate students: sydney.edu.au/scholarships/
St Andrew's College is committed to creating a vibrant and diverse residential community and welcomes applications from students across all demographics. Whilst the majority of our students attend the University of Sydney, we have several who attend other Sydney universities.
2014 WACE Examination Timetables
These timetables are available on the School Curriculum & Standards Authority website. http://www.scsa.wa.edu.au
All Year 12 students will be issued with personal timetables later this term.
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.
