Careers

University Information

University of Western Australia

Year 12 Information Session

For Year 12 students and their parents, applying for university can be a daunting process.

UWA information sessions will provide advice on UWA courses, admission requirements and key dates for 2015. UWA Admissions staff will be available to answer any questions you may have following the presentation.

Tuesday 10 March, 6.00pm, Alexander Lecture Theatre, UWA Arts Building

http://www.studyat.uwa.edu.au/about/events/year-12-students/yr12-info

University of Notre Dame

Parents are invited to attend Notre Dame's Parent Information Evening. Throughout the evening subject selection, course information, what to expect during the transition from high school to university, and how to apply to Notre Dame we will discuss.

For further information 94330533 or future@nd.edu.au

Date: Tuesday 10 March 2015

Time: 6:30pm

Venue: Malloy Courtyard, The University of Notre Dame Australia, 19 Mouat Street, Fremantle

Guest Speaker: Robyn Smith, Director, Curriculum, Assessment and Moderation, SCSA

The Australian National University

The Tuckwell Scholarship - applications are now open

Students who epitomise the Tuckwell Scholar ideal are encouraged to apply for the Tuckwell Scholarship for 2016.

Applications are now open and close at 3.00pm (AEDT) on 20 March 2015.

ANU is looking for applicants who may not have considered themselves scholarship material; perhaps because they have a genuine modesty that inhibits them from putting themselves forward or because they feel their background might be a barrier to success.

For full details, including more about the Scholarship, the application process, and selection criteria visit the Tuckwell website at tuckwell.anu.edu.au .

UK Universities & Colleges

UCAS is the organisation that processes all full-time applications to UK universities and colleges. It is there to support you - as well as your son or daughter - through every step of the application process. UCAS sends all applicants a monthly newsletter, full of useful information, reminders, advice and competitions. But did you know you can get information from UCAS too?

You can sign up to monthly parent newsletters quickly and simply online. They're completely FREE and contain timely information and advice about your son or daughter's journey to higher education and what you can do to support them.

For further information about the UCAS process, take a look at the advice for parents on www.ucas.com.

Australian Defence Force Information

The Australian Defence Force Academy will be conducting an information session at Defence Force Recruiting, Level 7, 66 St Georges Terrace, Perth on Tuesday 17 March 2015.

The Australian Defence Forces will be conducting a Careers Expo on Saturday 28 March 2015 from 9.00am - 4.00pm at the Leeuwin Barrack in East Fremantle.

Revision and Study Skill Courses

ATARGET April Revision and Study Skills Courses

Study Skills - Essay Writing - Subject Revision for all students in Year 10, 11 and 12 aiming to prepare students for Semester 1 examinations. Courses are available in the first and/or second week of the April school holidays.

Courses will be conducted at Christ Church Grammar School, Hale School and All Saints' College.

For further information on these programmes contact Dr Robert Hallam at ATARGET on 9486 1377 oradmin@atarget.com.au. Registration forms are also available from Mr Frusher at Scotch.

GAP Year Opportunities 2016

Defence Force Gap Year 2016

The ADF Gap Year programme provides an opportunity for young Australians, who have finished Year 12 (or equivalent) and are aged between 17 and 24, to experience military training and lifestyle whilst gaining new skills and pay over their Gap Year.

Gap Year opportunities are available in the Navy, Army and Air Force.

The life skills and job training that you will acquire during your Gap Year experience will be valuable regardless of what career you ultimately undertake.

For more information go to www.defencejobs.gov.au/gapyear

Plan My Gap Year (PMGY) is an award-winning international volunteer placement organisation based in the UK. They provide the world's most affordable, need-driven and supportive short-term volunteer programmes in Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe. Their programmes start from just two weeks in duration right up to six months. You can join throughout the year as they have two start dates per month.

So if you're looking to travel on your vacation period, or even take a gap year to explore the world - you should consider volunteering abroad and doing something really special during your travels. They have a range of opportunities to suit people of all backgrounds and interests. Check out their website and start your adventure today - www.planmygapyear.org

You may want to view this video overview of their setup in Tanzania https://vimeo.com/112468937

Career Tips

• Students looking for part-time work will require a resume`:

There are many web-based sites that will assist in the development of a resume suitable for seeking employment. Simply Google resume` and look for a style that suits you. Another good source is the Career Centre web page http://www.careercentre.dtwd.wa.gov.au/Pages/CareerCentre.aspx. Go to Tools & Resources then Resume Builder. Here you will find an easy to use template that can be filled out and then one of five different formats can be selected.

• Confused about what to do after Year 12?

The UWA website offers descriptions of the many careers available to students. Simply go to www.studyat.uwa.edu.au and find future students - featured careers.

Leeuwin Ocean Adventure Foundation

IS YOUR CHILD READY FOR A LIFE-CHANGING ADVENTURE?

Are you looking for a unique experience for your son or daughter that will challenge them, equip them with key life skills and give them the adventure of a lifetime? Then look no further than the Leeuwin Youth Explorer Voyage. The seven day programme aimed at 14-25 year olds is both exciting and rewarding, teaching participants all aspects of living and working aboard a traditional tall ship. They will experience steering and navigating the ship, setting sails in all weather conditions, sailing through the night beneath the Milky Way and seeing parts of West Australia's stunning coastline.

It's not just about learning to sail and meeting new friends though. They will also learn more about themselves, overcome challenges, conquer fears and become more tolerant towards others. The voyages aim to increase self-confidence and self-awareness as well as developing communication, teamwork and leadership skills which can be applied in all aspects of life.

Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 can earn 5 WACE points towards their senior graduation and the voyage can count as the Adventurous Journey or Residential Project component of the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Sail trainees may also be invited back as volunteer crew on future day sails and voyages, allowing them to keep in touch with their crewmates, further hone their skills and sail for free!

Voyages run from September until June, with spaces still available on the following upcoming voyages;

• 12-18 March
• 31 May - 8 June
• 13 June - 19 June

The $1,980 voyage fare includes all food, accommodation, use of wet weather gear and safety training. Thanks to our generous community partners we are able to offer a variety of scholarships for applicants who need assistance raising the fare.

For more information, please contact our team on (08) 9430 4105 or email us at office@sailleeuwin.com.

Mr Peter Frusher

Careers Adviser