{"id":9458,"date":"2024-03-15T15:04:41","date_gmt":"2024-03-15T04:04:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/?post_type=article&#038;p=9458"},"modified":"2024-03-15T15:04:41","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T04:04:41","slug":"post-school-pathways-7","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/article\/post-school-pathways-7\/","title":{"rendered":"Post-school Pathways"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>UAC Information for Students &amp; Parents<\/h4>\n<h5>UAC applications for Year 12 students<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Applications for 2025 entry open on Wednesday 3 April and students will receive their UAC PINs via email.\u00a0 Students will need their NESA number and UAC PIN to submit an application.\u00a0 The Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) and Educational Access Scheme (EAS) will also open on 3 April.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Changes to SRS\u00a0<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The SRS application is now part of the undergraduate application. Once a student submits their undergraduate application, they can follow a link to SRS: there will no longer be a standalone application accessible from the UAC website. Students will be asked to confirm that their school name is correct. If a student needs to upload their Year 11 results, they will be prompted to do so.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>EAS process change for Educational Impact Statements<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This year we will not accept emailed educational impact statements (EIS). Further changes to the scheme will be notified at a later date. A reminder that EAS is only used for ATAR-based offers unless otherwise specified.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Tertiary Information Sessions<\/h4>\n<h5>University of Sydney:\u00a0 changes to Mathematics prerequisites<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">From 2025, USYD is replacing the advanced mathematics prerequisite for many degrees with more individual and targeted mathematics support upon commencement. They are making this change to increase the accessibility of courses while ensuring commencing students are equipped with the knowledge base they need to successfully progress through their degrees. With this approach, all students will have the opportunity to complete their studies with the same level of mathematics skills and knowledge, regardless of their starting point.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">From 2025, the advanced mathematics prerequisite will be removed from a number of degrees. Please visit their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sydney.edu.au\/study\/applying\/how-to-apply\/undergraduate\/changes-to-mathematics-prerequisites.html#:~:text=From%202025%2C%20we're%20replacing,targeted%20mathematics%20support%20upon%20commencement.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">website <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">for further details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>University of Newcastle &#8211; Free HSC Webinar for Students and Parents &#8211; Wednesday 27 March 7pm &#8211; 8.30pm<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Strategies for HSC success will be shared. Register <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/us06web.zoom.us\/webinar\/register\/WN_Pt59C529SQSdBdWT2raEQg#\/registration\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>ADCO &#8216;Girls Who Build&#8217; &#8211; Construction Careers Session for Years 10-12 21 March 2024, 5pm-7pm<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Connect with some Women of ADCO who are paving the way for future female construction professionals. Register <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=CpQTL9NRFk6N-IaA8WjWjl52HGK1nnVLqlC73G-X-2NUNE5ZTVUwV0NRNzRSVU45VFBBQzhJM1g0Qy4u\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> or call Naomi 0477716561.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Torrens University Australia Explore Virtual Open Day\u00a0<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Insights into campuses, courses, career and support services, internships, scholarships, entry pathways, vibrant student life and more. Click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.torrens.edu.au\/whats-on\/open-day\/virtual-open-day\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">to register.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Western Sydney University \u2018What Can I Study?\u2019 Webinars On-demand\u00a0<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Will continue through to April. Previous webinars are available to watch on-demand. Click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernsydney.edu.au\/future\/student-life\/events\/western-webinars\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for further information.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>The University of Sydney Information Nights<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Opportunities for Years 10 \u2013 12 students to learn about admission requirements, entry schemes, pathways, fees, Click <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sydney.edu.au\/study\/events-for-prospective-students\/undergraduate.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">for further details and registration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>The University of Sydney | Environmental Engineering evening for Year 12 Students 4 April 4 &#8211; 6pm<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Discover the future of sustainable solutions at USYD\u2019s\u00a0 J03 Engineering Precinct. Students will get hands-on lab experience, meet leading environmental engineers, and learn about groundbreaking degree programs starting in 2025. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=fuOzgnGBXUixCzja5-0UqGmL_TGIgadItyNXgIv9uJ1UM0dITjRQRkY4RFdFUldWWTVFMEJEVFYyVy4u\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Registration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is required.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>CQUniversity | Online Chat Session &#8211; Thursday, 11 April 3pm (AEST)\u00a0<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">CQUniversity\u2019s upcoming Online Chat Session where the team will be available in real-time and ready to help with course specific information, pathway and entry options, and more. Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cqu.edu.au\/events\/748214\/online-chat-session-april\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"gmail_default\">UCAT 2024 registration now open for 2025 applications<\/h5>\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Dates are now available for students who wish to apply for degrees in medicine and dental surgery\/dental science.\u00a0 For a complete summary of dates, preparation material and fees etc please visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nie.edu.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.nie.edu.au\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1710493458010000&amp;usg=AOvVaw06xy99V_vuNZJxe0nEAvIZ\">UCAT homepage<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/div>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">UCAT Bookings:\u00a0 open from 5 March<\/div>\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Concession application deadline: 0 May<\/div>\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Booking deadline:\u00a0 17 May<\/div>\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Testing begins:\u00a0 1 July<\/div>\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">For detailed information on university degrees and the UCAT requirements please refer to\u00a0 the UCAT\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/website.\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=http:\/\/website.&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1710493458010000&amp;usg=AOvVaw21dnSJ9v6Dvf90d66EWMgB\">website<\/a>. The\u00a0UCAT is not part of the undergraduate medicine entry process at James Cook University (Qld), Bond University (Qld) and the University of Sydney (Medicine double degree).<\/div>\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<h4>Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways<\/h4>\n<h5>1300apprentice is a Specialist GTO in NSW &amp; ACT<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">An apprenticeship is both a job and a training program at the same time. An apprenticeship doesn&#8217;t require an ATAR score and has a high employment rate on completion. At 1300apprentice, you can search FAQs and access wage and enrolment information. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.1300apprentice.com.au\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">www.1300apprentice.com.au<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>School holiday workshops<\/h4>\n<h5>AIM | School Holiday HSC Masterclass 12 April<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Designed exclusively for Year 12 Music 1 and 2 students who are interested in improving and polishing their performance works for their assessments, trial performances and HSC. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/aim.edu.au\/whats-on\/school-holiday-workshop-performance-songwriting-syd-campus-12-april\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>AIE Industry Experience Day 17 April<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Interested in game development, 3D animation and visual effects industry? AIE is holding workshops to help students understand more about each industry and how to enter.\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/aie.edu.au\/aie_event\/industry-experience-day\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Registration<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is required.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Discover Health Sciences at ACU North Sydney 16 April<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take part in hands-on workshops, tour our facilities and hear from current students about a rewarding career as a health professional. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acu.edu.au\/about-acu\/events\/2024\/april\/discover-health-sciences-at-acu-north-sydney\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Discover Teaching and Social Work at ACU Strathfield 17 April<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Take part in hands-on workshops, tour our facilities and hear from current students about a rewarding career as a teacher or social worker. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acu.edu.au\/about-acu\/events\/2024\/april\/discover-teaching-and-social-work-at-acu-strathfield\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>HSC and Careers Expo 2024 Saturday 1 June<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tickets are $15 for an individual or $35 for 3 people (one must be a parent\/guardian).\u00a0 This event provides an opportunity to speak directly with staff from a number of tertiary institutions, employment agencies and overseas exchange organisations.\u00a0 HSC seminars on a range of topics are available to students in Years 10 &#8211; 12.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hscandcareers.com.au\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Scholarships<\/h4>\n<h5>UTS Council Indigenous Scholarship\u00a0<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Applications for this scholarship are currently open and will close 20 May 2024.\u00a0 The intention of this scholarship is to support a commencing Indigenous Australian student who is identified as a potential high achiever and who may have barriers to undertaking tertiary studies. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uts.edu.au\/scholarship\/uts-council-indigenous-scholarship\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Torrens University &#8211; Vogue Australia Scholarship<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Applications for this scholarship are currently open and will close on 20 May 2024.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vogue Australia and Billy Blue have a long-standing partnership founded on a mutual love of design, innovation and fostering emerging talent in the Australian creative industries. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.torrens.edu.au\/how-to-apply\/fees-scholarships\/scholarships\/domestic\/vogue-scholarship\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Competitions<\/h4>\n<h5>JMC Songwriting Competition 2024 (closes 31 August 2024)<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The 2024 Songwriting Competition for students across New South Wales, ACT, Victoria and Queensland in years 9-12. The competition aims to highlight the talent of high-school songwriters from across the country and to showcase the creativity of young people. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jmcacademy.edu.au\/songwriting-competition\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Canvas Art Award 2024 (closes 30 June 2024)<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you are a high school student in years 9-12 with a knack for drawing, painting or using creative digital mediums, we invite you to creatively interpret the brief into an illustrated scene: \u201cA creature in its native environment\u201d. You must include a \u201cRUBBER DUCK\u201d somewhere in your scenes. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jmcacademy.edu.au\/canvas-art-competition\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>Australian Museum Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize (closes 12 April 2024)<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sponsored by the University of Sydney, the Sleek Geeks Science Eureka Prize encourages students to communicate a scientific concept in a way that is accessible and entertaining to the public while painlessly increasing their science knowledge or, as Dr Karl and Adam like to say, \u201cLearn something without even noticing\u201d. It is intended to support budding young scientists across the nation, who will be our future leaders in research, discovery and communication. The 2024 theme is \u2018Energy\u2019. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/australian.museum\/get-involved\/eureka-prizes\/sleek-geeks-science\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Find out more<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"highlight\" style=\"text-align: left\"><i style=\"font-size: 1.4rem\"><em>Ms Leonie Clarke, Post-school Pathways Coordinator<\/em><\/i><\/div>\n<div data-block-enewsletter=\"text\">\u00a0<\/div>\n<div class=\"row enewsletter-text-block\" data-block-enewsletter=\"text\">This article on College life meets The Archbishop&#8217;s Charter for Catholic Schools &#8211; Charter #1, #2<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UAC Information for Students &amp; Parents UAC applications for Year 12 students Applications for 2025 entry open on Wednesday 3 April and students will receive their UAC PINs via email.\u00a0 Students will need their NESA number and UAC PIN to submit an application.\u00a0 The Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) and Educational Access Scheme (EAS) will also [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","article_category":[7],"article_tag":[],"class_list":["post-9458","article","type-article","status-publish","hentry","article_category-around-the-college"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article\/9458","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/article"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9458"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9458"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"article_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article_category?post=9458"},{"taxonomy":"article_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/mscw\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article_tag?post=9458"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}