Post-school Pathways
For our Senior students, Term 2 is where many decisions are made. Whether it be selecting subjects or deciding on their next steps beyond the school gate, the most important tool they have to help them is knowledge. There are many upcoming opportunities for students to discover more about career pathways over the coming months.
Career Expos
Expos are a wonderful opportunity for students to explore pathways for future study or employment. Each organisation will provide advice on careers, course options or employment opportunities. Students also have the chance to speak personally with people currently studying at the institutions.
Domremy College Five Dock Careers Market
An invitation has been extended to students in Years 10–12 only. This evening is a wonderful opportunity for the students to spend time talking to the exhibitors about pathways and options for tertiary study.
Date: Monday 23 May
Venue: Domremy College, 121 First Avenue, Five Dock
Career Market: From 5–7 PM
Presentations: From 7 PM
Presenters:
- UAC
- Macquarie University
- Australian Catholic University
- Australian Defence Force
- UNSW
- University of Western Sydney
- University of Technology
- The Women’s College – University of Sydney
Western Sydney Careers Expo
Dates: Saturday 25 June and Sunday 26 June
Time: 9 AM–3 PM
Venue: The Dome, Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park
Cost: $12 per person (family rates available)
Tickets are only available for purchase online. No tickets will be available at the venue. Register here for Ticket Sales
Event information and exhibitor guide are available on the website
UAC online events
UAC runs a series of online events throughout the year. UAC Digital presents a range of free webinars for students, career advisers, parents and anyone navigating their path to higher education.
These include live briefings and Q&A sessions on the application process, panel discussions with experts on moderation and scaling, introductions to universities in NSW and the ACT and the Let’s Chat short video series. There are also sessions focused on popular fields of study like medicine, teaching and engineering.
Check UAC’s Facebook page for upcoming live events. Videos can be found on their YouTube channel, UAC Digital.
Information Sessions, Seminars, Workshops, Open Days and More!
University open days are a great way for aspiring students to get an up-close experience of university life. Thye can get a feel for the campus, explore the facilities and talk to current students and staff.
Here is a list of dates of university open days.
NIE | UCAT and Pathways into Medicine and Dentistry Information Session
Date: Thursday 19 May 2022
Time: 7– 9 PM
Venue: Online
The National Institute of Education (NIE) free information seminar is all about UCAT and the undergraduate pathways into medicine, dentistry and some other health science programs. Please note this is not an advertising seminar. Link.
Macquarie: How to apply for the Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme
Date: Wednesday 1 June 2022
Time: 6– 7 PM
Venue: Online
The Macquarie Leaders and Achievers Early Entry Scheme rewards academic achievements, leadership qualities and commitment to the community with an early offer at Macquarie in 2023. Join them for a webinar on Wednesday 1 June to hear from current students who will share their insights about the early entry experience, explain how to apply step by step and answer questions. Find out more.
UOW: Information Evenings
Date (North Sydney location): Wednesday 1 June 2022
Time: 7.30 PM
Date (Online): Tuesday 14 June 2022
Time: 6.00 PM
Find out more: https://www.uow.edu.au/study/events/
William Angus: How to Apply Info Session
Date: Wednesday 6 July 2022
Time: 6–7 PM
Venue: Online
Find out more: https://www.angliss.edu.au/events-hub/how-to-apply-info-session/
Discover ACU
Students can join ACU for the free Discover ACU events to get a taste of university life before enrolling in university. Students can choose an interactive workshop from their degree of choice, meet staff and current students, explore their local campus and get helpful tips on preparing for university. Registrations open soon: acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/discover-acu.
Engineers Australia WINTER ENGINEERING SCHOOL 2022
Date: 4–8 July 2022
Registrations are open for Year 11 and 12 students from across NSW and ACT to attend this five–day immersion. Visit five universities and five iconic organisations and projects, plus meet over 150 Engineers and university students! Register: https://forms.gle/NnMVbmu4wNRi9FTc7.
Camp America (Australia)
Applications for 2023 are open! Start your adventure to work in the USA next year by applying now. Get a placement with a Summer Camp before the end of the year. Spend 9–12 weeks working at a summer camp.
JMC Academy Open Day
Date: Saturday 21 May
Learn why JMC has been ranked #1 for student satisfaction and skill development amongst all private creative institutions in Australia. Hear from current students and see the courses in action with live demonstrations. For more information and registration visit: JMC Academy site
Western Sydney University Campus Tours
Date: From 16–26 May
Explore Western will offer virtual pre-graduate and post-graduate course advice sessions and campus tours. Open to anyone who wants to explore their study options. For more information, visit their website.
Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School
Open Houses at Waterloo Studios, Sydney. Tour Sydney Actors School’s state-of-the-art Film and TV studio and learn about Sydney Actors School’s and Sydney Film School’s practical, hands-on and accredited programs in Australia. To register, please click on this link.
University of Sydney: Portfolio Day 2022
Date: Tuesday 31 May 2022
Time: 4–7 PM
Venue: The University of Sydney, Camperdown Campus
Designed to assist with preparing your portfolio and application to study the three-year Bachelor of Visual Arts and our four-year Bachelor of Visual Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies. Join them on the main campus in Darlington, to learn more about what to include in your portfolio and the portfolio application process, as well as hear about their new specialised facilities, degrees and student opportunities. Find out more: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/sydney-college-of-the-arts-portfolio-day-2022-in-person-event-tickets-332390678467
William Angliss Institute: Experience Day
Date: Wednesday 6 July 2022
Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
Venue: William Angliss Institute, Alexandria
Packed with hands-on workshops led by Foods and Hospitality experts, you’ll spend the day gaining practical skills in Cookery, Patisserie, Coffee and Mocktail making while having fun at the same time! Find out more: https://www.angliss.edu.au/events-hub/angliss-experience-day-sydney/
AIE: Industry Experience Day
Date: Friday 15 July 2022
Time: 10 AM – 3 PM
Venue: Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Ultimo
AIE’s Industry Experience Day is a great opportunity for students in Years 10, 11 and 12 to learn about the local and international game development, 3D animation and visual effects industries. Students will get the opportunity to learn about the different pathways to get into the industry, what should be in a portfolio and will be able to get creative in practical workshops using industry-standard 3D animation and game development tools. Find out more: https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/industry-experience-day/
Sydney Design School
Date: Thursday 7 July
Time: 9.30 AM – 4 PM
Venue: Sydney Design School, 2/40 Oxley St, St Leonards
Cost: Limited spaces available, $35 pp
Curious about a creative career in interior design? Try the Designer for a Day Workshop for school leavers. Get creative experimenting with colour, materials and 3D rendering tools. Book here https://bit.ly/3rVilSC.
John Bell Scholarship
Open/Closing Dates: 1 May 2022 – 31 October 2022
Training and mentoring opportunity. A life-changing opportunity for budding performers, three students will spend one incredible week training with Bell Shakespeare at their HQ in Sydney. All auditioning students will undertake a 15-minute, one-on-one Workshop Audition where they will work directly with a Bell Shakespeare artist. Find out more
Post-school Pathways Website
For more detailed information on each event, please visit our post-school pathways website. Here you will find additional information, flyers, a calendar of upcoming events and a host of useful resources.
MSCW Post-school Pathways Website
Ms Leonie Clarke, Post-School Pathways and VET Coordinator
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