Careers – Week 10 Term 3

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Term 3, Week 10 2026

Dear Parents/Carers and Students,

Congratulations to our graduating Year 12 Class of 2026!  Finishing high school is a massive milestone and we are incredibly proud of your dedication, resilience and achievements throughout your time at Marist College Eastwood. As you step into this exciting next chapter – whether heading into university, TAFE, apprenticeships, or the workforce – we wish you all the very best. Remember, your journey is just beginning and there are countless pathways to reaching your goals!

Today also marks the final day of Term 3! With two weeks of well-deserved school holidays ahead, it’s a fantastic time to relax, recharge and – for our senior students – perhaps dive into some practical workshops, study sessions, or career planning.

Below is your roundup of upcoming career events, university webinars, TAFE information sessions and hands-on holiday experiences running through October and beyond.

 Important Notices & Early Offers

  • Received an ANU Early Offer? If you’ve received an early offer from the Australian National University, make sure to tune into their upcoming webinar on 29 September covering acceptance steps, preference changes and key dates. (See event details below!)
  • UAC Applications Open: If you haven’t applied through UAC yet or want to double-check your options, keep an eye out for upcoming university application webinars throughout October.

Holiday & School Break Events

Creative, Digital Art & Performing Arts

  • AIM Music Theatre Audition Workshop (Sydney): 29–30 September — A two-day immersive workshop for high school students looking to build skills, refine repertoire and prepare for auditions with industry professionals.
  • ANSTO Stop Motion Animation Advanced Workshop (Ages 10–13): 30 September — Learn realistic character movement, audio editing and lip-syncing techniques at the ANSTO Discovery Centre.
  • AIE Games & Animation Workshop Day (Years 10–12): 30 September — Practical workshops in 3D animation, visual effects and game development using industry-standard tools at AIE Sydney Campus.
  • CDW Studios Digital Art Holiday Workshop (Ages 14+): 1 October — Full-day interactive workshop in Sydney (and online) focusing on drawing techniques, visual effects and entertainment design.
  • AIE Film Production Workshop (Ages 16+): 2 October — Hands-on experience with camera equipment, lighting and virtual production LED screens at AIE Sydney Campus.
  • Create for a Day at SAE Sydney: 3 October — Open to Years 10–12 and young creatives up to age 21. Choose hands-on tracks in Animation, Audio, Computer Science, Design, Film, Games, Songwriting, or VFX.

STEM & Cyber Security

  • Discover Security — Cyber Security Experience Day for Girls (Years 7–8): 29 September — Interactive workshops, hands-on challenges and industry talks at Westpac Sydney.
  • Quantum Tech Camp (Years 9–12): 29 September – 1 October — Free three-day program exploring quantum computing, coding with Python and meeting quantum researchers. Held at Macquarie University or online.
  • UOW EmpowerHER STEM Summit Junior (Years 7–9): 29–30 September — Two-day hands-on experience exploring the UOW Wollongong Campus and Bluescope site to see STEM in action.

Future Pathways, Finance & Leadership

  • Money That Matters — Can Finance Change the World?: 30 September — Free hybrid event at Canva Space Sydney & online for ages 16–25 exploring sustainable finance, social impact and non-traditional finance roles.
  • Creative and Performing Arts Workshops at UOW (Years 9 & 10): 30 September – 1 October — Hands-on workshops in creative writing, theatre, visual arts and music.
  • Where to Now? Careers Workshop (Penrith): 30 September — Interactive session helping students connect their interests to future career options and discover local supports.

Term 4 Upcoming Events & Webinars

HSC Support & University Webinars

  • WSU Free Online HSC Study Sessions (Year 12): 28 September – 7 October — 22 free online sessions across 14 key HSC subject areas delivered by senior teachers, including practice exam breakdowns.
  • Apply to ANU: UAC Now Open Webinar: 6 October — Step-by-step guidance on applying via UAC, key dates and entry processes.
  • Young Architects Workshop (Ages 12–16): 8 October — Hands-on workshop on designing a coffee shop at Maitland Regional Art Gallery & Niche Cafe.
  • UON Surveying Webinar: 8 October — Explore Australia’s in-demand surveying career pathways and UON’s hybrid study options.
  • Basair Pilot Career Seminar (Bankstown Airport): 12 October, 9 November, 7 December — Learn what it takes to become a Commercial Pilot with Australia’s leading flight training organisation.
  • CSU Deadly Pathways Festival for First Nations Students (Dubbo): 14 October — Celebrating First Nations success with hands-on workshops, science/health role models and live entertainment.
  • TAFE NSW Accounting & Finance Info Session: 14 October — Explore pathways into commerce, accounting and financial planning.
  • UNSW TAFE/VET Pathway Info Session: 16 October — Learn how TAFE/VET qualifications can lead directly into a UNSW degree and potentially provide course credit.
  • JMC Academy Portfolio & Audition Masterclass (Sydney): 17 October — Get practical advice and expert feedback for Acting, Music, Animation, Game Design and more.
  • HSC Visual Arts Induction (Marrickville): 18 October — Essential presentation for Year 11 students entering Term 4 HSC Visual Arts.
  • SCU Future Leaders Workshop (Coffs Harbour): 21 October — Free leadership development workshop for Year 11 & 12 student leaders with world record-breaking pilot Lachie Smart.
  • University of Sydney Future Student Webinars:
    • Study Project Management: 21 October
    • Why Study Business?: 28 October
    • Explore Speech Pathology: 4 November
    • Life of an Agricultural Scientist: 11 November
    • Preparing for ATAR Release (Pathways to Sydney): 18 November
    • Discover Nursing: 25 November
  • Macquarie University Discover Lecture — Ground Engineering: 21 October — Learn how soils, rocks, AI and engineering shape our built environment.
  • UTS Bachelor of Nursing Info Session: 28 October — Overview of course structure, clinical placements from Year 1 and application pathways.
  • UON TAFE to Uni Webinar: 28 October — How vocational qualifications serve as a pathway to university degrees.
  • ADHD & Senior School Support Webinars:
    • Yr 12 & Beyond with ADHD: 29 October
    • Procrastination & ADHD (Years 10–12): 5 November
    • Year 11 & Beyond with ADHD: 26 November
  • Griffith Employment + Career Expo 2026: 30 October — Connect with local employers, explore training options and bring your resume.
  • CSU Making It In Media Workshop (Bathurst): 6 November — Full-day media workshop exploring journalism, TV production, podcasts and strategic comms.
  • Camden Careers and Jobs Expo: 19 November — Free career and employment expo for students, job seekers and industry leaders.
  • AIE November Open Day (Sydney): 21 November — Discover careers in game development, 3D animation and film VFX.

Scholarships & Student Opportunities

  • Teach NSW Teacher Education Scholarships: Closing 16 October 2026 — Up to $7,500 per year plus rural placement support for teaching pathways.
  • Australian Mensa Gifted Students Grants: Closing 30 September 2026 — Financial support grants for gifted young students.
  • WWF Photography for Nature Competition: Closing 30 September 2026 — Open to budding photographers with top prizes including tech gear and calendar features.
  • #SheHacksSwift Work Experience Program: Applications close 31 October 2026 — Work experience program for high school girls interested in tech and app design.
  • UOW Summer Master Class 2027: Registrations close 1 November 2026 — Get a head start on university study over the summer break.

Career Spotlight & Practical Tips

Job Spotlight: Horticulturist

If you love working outdoors, solving practical problems and working with your hands, horticulture offers a clear, tangible career pathway.

  • What they do: Cultivate green spaces, manage soils, plant species and work alongside landscape architects on urban greening, public parks, or ecological restoration.
  • How to get there: Certificate III or Diploma in Horticulture (often through an apprenticeship/traineeship) or a university degree in agricultural science/horticulture.
  • What you can do right now: Try working at a local nursery or botanic garden, build up plant knowledge at home and select Biology or Design & Technology at school.

📖 Study Tip: Master Your Reading with SQ3R

Feeling overwhelmed by textbook chapters or long reading tasks? Try the SQ3R method to make your reading far more effective:

  1. Survey: Spend 5 minutes scanning headings, images and summaries to get the big picture.
  2. Question: Turn section headings into questions (e.g., turning “Causes of Erosion” into “What causes erosion?”).
  3. Read: Read actively to find the answers to your questions.
  4. Recite: Close the book and explain the concept out loud in your own words.
  5. Review: Revisit your questions and answers within 24 hours to lock the information into your long-term memory.

Wishing all our Marist families a restful, safe and rejuvenating two-week holiday break! 

If you have any questions about university applications, UAC, or apprenticeship options, please feel free to contact the Careers Office at the College – benjamin.nguyen004@syd.catholic.edu.au 

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Warm regards

Mr Benjamin Nguyen
Careers Adviser