From the Futures Team
Immersion Day
Year 11 Students will attend a University Immersion Day on Thursday 6 March. Each student will visit one university campus to explore the culture of the institution, offerings of clubs and societies, a campus tour and experience university teaching through various workshops and activities.
University Information
Bachelor of International Studies
Where: University of Sydney
Date: Wednesday 5 March 4.00pm
Ever dreamt of making a global impact? In Sydney’s Bachelor of International Studies you will dive into the world’s most challenging issues and gear up for a career that knows no borders – be it in business, diplomacy, policy-making, or advocating in a global civil society. Register: Webinar Registration – Zoom
Join our webinar and discover how our degree can help you navigate the global arena. Don’t just watch the world change – be the change!
Aviation Info Session
Where: UNSW
Date: Thursday 6 March
Time: 8.00pm to 9.00pm
As air traffic continues to increase, the industry needs more airline pilots and aviation professionals to meet demand. Hear from UNSW Aviation staff and students and find out how you can kick start your career in this important industry. Discover the exciting world of aviation at UNSW as our speakers delve into their personal experiences and share their insights into the broad range of career opportunities in the aviation sector.
Register: UNSW Aviation Information Session | UNSW Sydney
Study Medicine at UNSW
Date: Wednesday 12 March
Time: 6.00pm to 7.00pm
Start your medical career at one of the top medical schools in the world. Studying the Bachelor of Medical Studies/Doctor of Medicine at UNSW will provide you with the theoretical understanding and practical experiences you need to launch your career as a medical professional.
UNSW’s Medicine Information Evening, for current year 12 students, will provide insight into the dynamic blend of hands-on clinical experiences and research-focused learning that you will be immersed in as a UNSW Medicine student. You’ll also find out detailed information on the application and admissions process for 2026 entry, including special entry schemes such as Rural, Gateway and Indigenous Entry Schemes.
Join us online where you will hear from our expert panel of academic staff, current students and advisors, and get all of your UNSW Medicine questions answered.
ANU Open Day
Date: Saturday 29 March
Get ready to explore a world of possibilities. ANU Open Day is your chance to discover new passions and world-class teaching and research. Immerse yourself in our supportive community and learn how we’ll prepare you for exciting careers.
What to expect:
- Dive deeper into degrees at information sessions.
- Connect with experts and students at the Study Options Expo.
- Take a campus tour.
- Explore student accommodation.
- Wander around the campus and discover our welcoming community.
External Opportunities – Upper and Senior Schools
Projects Abroad: Overseas Medical Experience
Date: Tuesday 4 March
Time: 6.30pm to 8.00pm
Projects Abroad has been running these programs for over 15 years. They are very popular with students from across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and North America. The programs run in countries such as Cambodia, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, Tanzania, and our most popular program, Nepal. Register here.
ADF Gap Year
Date: Tuesday 4 March
Time: 6.00pm to 8.00pm
Where: Rhodes Business Centre
Wondering what to do with your time after finishing school? Consider doing a Gap Year with the Australian Defence Force (ADF)! Spend 12 months with the best of the best as you get paid to experience life in the Navy, Army or Air Force, having unique life experiences and making lifelong friends along the way. Come along to an info session where you can speak to military personnel about what an ADF Gap Year has to offer you.
Register: ADF Careers – Sydney Gap Year Information Session
Work Experience – Year 10: UNSW Sydney Civil & Environmental Engineering
The School of Civil & Environmental Engineering will be holding a work experience program to promote engineering career options to high school students. The program will be run from Monday 26th to Friday 30th May and will be available to Year 10 students across NSW.
The program will allow students to experience engineering projects firsthand across six areas of the civil and environmental engineering field:
Coastal and Port Infrastructure, Structures and Design, Construction and Project Management, Water, Wastewater and Environment, Road, Transport and Geotechnical Engineering, Surveying and Geospatial Engineering
Daily field trips to a range of engineering sites across Sydney, followed by an afternoon debrief and short report writing session at the UNSW Kensington.
Students selected for the program will be required to meet daily at 8:45am, at Central Station, with each day of the program finishing at 4:00pm at UNSW Kensington. Students must be available to attend the full five-day program.
To be considered, students must be self-motivated, reliable, punctual, and have a strong mathematical ability. Importantly, students must have an interest in pursuing a career in engineering.
Apply: Please complete this form and return to futures@pymblelc.nsw.edu.au by 7 March 2025 to apply. The College will select two students to put forward to UNSW for consideration.