From the Futures Team
The Futures Department hosted Ashleigh Frazer from the University of St. Andrews (1411) Scotland at Pymble last week. Thirty students from Year 9 to 12 attended to find out what St. Andrews had to offer in degree programs for undergraduate and post-graduate study. One of the unique programs was a two-year undergraduate exchange program with William and Mary College (1693) US. There were also undergraduate programs of study which allowed students to finish with a Master’s degree. Senior and Upper School students were very interested in what Ashleigh shared as St. Andrew’s is keen to increase its student uptake from Australia.
Year 10 – Cliftons Strengths Assessment
On Wednesday 7 May (Week 2, Term 2), Year 10 students will participate in the Strengths and Skills Day. This is an event designed by the Futures Department to help to identify their individual talents and their application to a variety of situations in school and life. A core component of the event is to complete the Clifton Strengths Assessment.
The Clifton Strengths Assessment is a powerful online tool that helps you to identify, understand and maximise their strengths. To see what else to expect in the assessment, you can view this video.
Upper School and Senior School
Open Day: Sydney Design School
Date: Saturday 6 April
Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
If you’re considering studying with us, our Open Day is a great way to get to know us better. Explore our studios, browse through our Graduate Exhibition, meet students and Educators, watch a live Info Session and get creative making a mood board or digital model. Information Session & Open Day | Sydney Design School
Career opportunities in medicine beyond being a doctor
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Discover the Health Sciences at ACU (North Sydney)
Date: Wednesday 25 April
Time: 9.00am to 1.00pm
Discover what it’s like to study nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy or speech pathology at ACU North Sydney. Take part in hands-on workshops where you’ll get a feel for the practical skills you’ll develop as a future healthcare professional. Tour our campus and experience our state-of-the-art, fully functional simulation wards. Register: Discover Health Sciences at ACU North Sydney
Bachelor of Health Sciences in 2026
Macquarie University will be offering a new Bachelor of Health Sciences in 2026. For students exploring a career in the growing healthcare sector this degree provides foundational skills along with the opportunity to undertake a major in one of four interdisciplinary areas: coaching; counselling; digital health or health administration with hands-on learning in our world-class health precinct. Stay tuned for more information.
Year 12 Experience UTS Day
Date: Wednesday 16 April
Time: 9.00am to 2.45 pm
Students will have the chance to explore various course areas and get a taste of university life. This unique event is designed to help students navigate their path to uni. With over 30 interactive workshops across a variety of disciplines.
Register: Experience UTS Day 2025
Experience Macquarie Days
Date: Tuesday 15 and Wednesday 16 April
Spend ‘a day in the life’ of a uni student! Our Experience Macquarie Days give students the opportunity to attend information sessions, participate in interactive workshops, check out our awesome facilities and learning spaces, and take a tour around our campus with a Macquarie student guide.
Register: https://event.mq.edu.au/experience-macquarie/
Discover the Health Sciences at ACU (North Sydney)
Date: Thursday 24 April
Time: 9.00am to 1.00pm
Discover what it’s like to study nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy or speech pathology at ACU North Sydney.
Take part in hands-on workshops where you’ll get a feel for the practical skills you’ll develop as a future healthcare professional. Tour our campus and experience our state-of-the-art, fully functional simulation wards.
Register: Discover Health Sciences at ACU North Sydney
Bond University – Virtual Open Day
Date: Sunday 6 April
Register: Virtual Open Day 2025 | Bond University | Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
Holiday Workshops
Songwriting, Sydney. Australian Institute of Music
AIM Sydney Campus. April 14
Created for students in Years 9-12, AIM’s new high school music workshops provide incredible opportunities to explore songwriting, mentored by AIM’s own accomplished musicians and educators. Find out more and register
Performance, Sydney. Australian Institute of Music.
AIM Sydney Campus. April 14
AIM’s new school holiday workshop is designed for high school students interested in music performance. Created for students in Years 9-12, the workshops provide incredible opportunities to experience playing and performing music, mentored by AIM’s own accomplished musicians and educators. Find out more and register
Empower Her: Women in Finance, Economics, and Politics Workshop. UNSW.
UNSW Innovation Hub. Level 6/6 Hassall St, Parramatta. April 14 to April 15
Join us for an empowering two-day workshop focused on Women in Finance, Economics, and Politics, hosted at the UNSW Parramatta Innovation Hub. This event is designed to inspire and equip women (cis and trans) with the knowledge and skills to excel in these fields.
This workshop is specifically aimed at year 11 & 12 high school female-identifying students, providing them with a unique opportunity to:
- Gain Early Exposure: Get a head start in understanding the fields of finance, economics, and politics before entering university or the workforce.
- Build Confidence: Develop confidence in managing personal finances and exploring career paths traditionally dominated by men.
- Meet Role Models: Interact with successful women professionals who can serve as role models and mentors, offering guidance and inspiration.
- Hands-On Learning: Participate in interactive activities and simulations that make learning about finance and economics engaging and practical.
- Career Insights: Explore various career options and understand the skills and qualifications needed to succeed in finance, economics, and politics.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and professionals, building a network that can support your future career aspirations. Find out more and register
Future Creators’ Day. UNSW. UNSW Paddington Campus. April 14, 2025
Future Creators’ Day is a hands-on experience for Year 10 and 11 students passionate about creativity, design, and visual storytelling. Hosted by UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture, this event is the perfect opportunity to explore future study and career paths in the creative industries.
Get a taste of our newly offered Game Art specialisation, along with workshops in Animation, Painting, Textiles & Fashion Design, Object Design, and Graphic Design. Whether you’re interested in digital art, interactive storytelling, or traditional design disciplines. Future Creators’ Day is your chance to turn your creative passion into a future career.
School Holiday ‘Out There’ Sailing Program. Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club. 16 Mitala St, Newport. April 14 to April 17
The ‘Out There’ School Holiday Sailing Program is for participants who are 12-17 years old looking to try a new activity, have some fun and engage with others whilst sailing.
This four-day program will include a variety of sailing activities that are focused on having fun and learning basic sailing skills. Sessions will be conducted on a mix of Club vessels, including the RPAYC’s fleet of Elliott 7 Keelboats, Pacer Dinghies, Windsurf and SUP Boards, Hobie-Cat dinghies and Powerboats.
Discover Law, Criminology and Human Rights at ACU Blacktown
ACU 22 Main St, Blacktown. April 14
All rise! Aspiring lawyers, criminologists, and human rights advocates, it’s time to sharpen your analytical skills and discover the excitement of the courtroom. Join us for interactive workshops designed to give you a taste of what it’s like to study law, criminology, and human rights at ACU. Whether you’re interested in the legal system, criminology, or human rights, this event will give you an exciting taste of your future career path.
Year 10 – Work Experience
The Sydney Institute of Marine Science Work Experience Program is an interactive and hands-on opportunity allowing students to engage with world-class marine scientists, explore cutting-edge research in marine science and gain valuable insights into the conservation of our oceans.
Please see the link below for more information.
SIMS Year 10 Work Experience Program
Interested students should check work experience programs do not clash with assessments, exams, outdoor education programs, etc.
For more work experience ideas visit the Futures microsite – Work Experience & Immersion Opportunities