{"id":6194,"date":"2025-10-17T15:15:36","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T05:15:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/spc-townsville\/?post_type=article&#038;p=6194"},"modified":"2025-10-09T14:07:28","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T04:07:28","slug":"from-the-dean-of-pathways-3","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/spc-townsville\/article\/from-the-dean-of-pathways-3\/","title":{"rendered":"FROM THE DEAN OF PATHWAYS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>CAREERS &amp; VET UPDATE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As Year 12 students move into the final stretch of their schooling, we are inspired by their perseverance, growth, and commitment throughout the year. From tackling demanding coursework to embracing leadership opportunities and extracurricular challenges, they have truly made the most of their time at school. This term marks a time of reflection on achievements and preparation for the future, as students focus on final exams and life beyond Year 12. We congratulate them on their efforts so far and encourage everyone to continue supporting them as they take these important next steps.<\/p>\n<p><strong>KEY DATES &amp; INFORMATION<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>QTAC Applications<\/strong><br \/>\nApplications opened on 5 August 2025. Make sure to review course prerequisites and entry requirements carefully.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Early Offers for University<\/strong><br \/>\nSome universities offer early entry opportunities where you may secure a place before final results are released. Please check your preferred courses to see if this applies to you. Keep in mind that offers remain conditional on meeting entry requirements and prerequisites. Please note, JCU Early Offers closed on 10 October 2025.<\/p>\n<p><strong>External Examinations<\/strong><br \/>\nScheduled from Monday 27 October to Tuesday 18 November 2025.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Final Subject Results &amp; Senior Education Profiles<\/strong><br \/>\nFinal results for Year 12 students will be released in the QCAA Student Portal from 9am, Wednesday 17 December 2025.<br \/>\nPlease note: You must use a personal email address to access your QCAA account, as College email accounts will close after graduation.<\/p>\n<p>We know this is a big transition, and we are here to support both students and parents through the process. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don\u2019t hesitate to contact Ms Flores.<\/p>\n<p><strong>WORK EXPERIENCE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our Work Experience Program is available for students in Years 10, 11, and 12. This optional program offers a fantastic opportunity for students to explore potential career paths by observing and engaging in the workplace. Participants can choose an industry that aligns with their interests and gain first-hand experience during the school holidays. This valuable educational activity not only enhances their understanding of the working world but also helps them develop essential skills for their future careers. We encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this enriching experience. If you are interested in looking at Work Experience over the Christmas holidays, please contact Ms Flores <a href=\"mailto:cflores@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cflores@stpatscollege.qld.edu.au<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/spc-townsville\/article\/careers-vet-update-2\/july-2023-headshots-12204\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-4915\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4915 size-thumbnail\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/55\/2024\/10\/July-2023-Headshots-12204-320x320.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/55\/2024\/10\/July-2023-Headshots-12204-320x320.jpg 320w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/55\/2024\/10\/July-2023-Headshots-12204-1024x1024.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Camille Flores<\/h2>\n<p><strong>DEAN OF PATHWAYS<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>CAREERS &amp; VET UPDATE As Year 12 students move into the final stretch of their schooling, we are inspired by their perseverance, growth, and commitment throughout the year. 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