VIEWBANK COLLEGE CAREER NEWS
Friday 9th October
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Dates to Diarise in Term 4
Change of Preference Arrangements at VU
Institute of Training and Further Education Summer School Programs
Reminder: VTAC 2016 Key Dates
Reminder: Early Achievers' Program at ACU
Deakin University - VCE Extension Studies
La Trobe University - VCE Plus Program
Monash University - Extension Studies
RMIT University - Higher Education Studies
University of Melbourne - Extension Program
News from RMIT University
o Advanced Diploma in Engineering Technology
o Pathway Course: Associate Degree in Engineering Technology
o Live Events and Technical Production
New Scholarships on offer at Deakin University
o Vice-Chancellor's Academic Excellence Scholarship
o Deakin Scholarship for Excellence
o Deakin Support Grant
Bachelor of Environment at Melbourne Polytechnic
Dates to Diarise in Term 4
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Year 12 VTAC late applications – throughout October until 6 November Cost $95
CHANGE OF PREFERENCE ARRANGEMENTS
These are the arrangements Victoria University has in place over the Change of Preference
Period post the release of ATAR scores.
Students can engage with the VU Future Students team in these various ways.
 One on One course coaching 9am -6pm Monday 14 – Friday 18 December; 9am 11am Monday 21 December
Students can book 30 minute one on one appointments with VU staff to guide
them through options. Make a booking via VU’s Change of Preference site
vu.edu.au/change
 VU Hotline & Online Chat 8:30am – 6pm Monday14 – Friday 18 December; 8:30am
-12 Noon Monday 21 December The VU team will be available to answer questions
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from students and parents on the hotline number 1300 VIC UNI (1300 842 864), vu
edu.au and on VU’s facebook page : facebook.com/victoria.university
Change of Preference Expo 4pm-7pm Wednesday 16 December This will be held at
the Footscray Park Campus-and provides an opportunity for students to engage
with academic staff members and current students & gain information regarding
fees, scholarships and student life.
VU Hotline International students 10am – 4pm Monday 4 January. This additional
day of opportunity to change of preference is specifically for international students
SUMMER SCHOOL OFFERRINGS
These courses are available as Summer School programs with the Institute of Training +
Further Education. They are designed to be support programs that assist students to go
from being exiting Secondary School students to finding employment.
The Full Cost can be $585 but if you fit into certain Concession categories tuition Fees may
be as little as $75 or even $15
Courses offered are…
Certificate 11 in Wine Industry
Certificate 11 in Hospitality (Food & Beverage)
Certificate 11 in Information, Digital Media & Technology
Certificate 11 in Hairdressing
Certificate 11 in Nail Technology
Certificate 11 in Retail Make Up and Skin Care
Certificate 11 in Early Childhood Education & Care
Course Start Date & Timetable
Courses commence from 7th December and continue over the Summer period. You can
download any timetable at www.summerschool.vic.edu.au
Course Location Melbourne Training Centre Level 7, 250 Collins Street Melbourne CBD
Or North Melbourne Training Centre 112 Peel St. North Melbourne
Or Hair & Beauty Training Centre 269 flinders Lane Melbourne CBD
For application details see the careers staff at Viewbank College
Reminder: VTAC 2016 Key Dates
SEAS applications close
Scholarships through VTAC close
ATARs
COP for Early International Offers closes
Change of Preference (COP)
Early Round International Offers
Main Round International Offers
Main Round Domestic Offers
Further Offer Rounds
Tuesday 6 October 2015
Friday 16 October 2015
Monday 14 December 2015
Wednesday 16 December 2015
Monday 21 December 2015
Monday 21 December 2015
Friday 8 January 2016
Monday 18 January 2016
Thursday 4 February 2016 onwards
Reminder: Early Achievers’ Program at ACU
Year 12 students applying for the Early Achievers’ Program (EAP) at ACU are reminded that
applications close on Monday 19 October 2015, and offers will be made by the end of
November 2015. Please note that failure to meet all the requirements for the EAP will
result in not being considered for the program.
To find out more and/or to apply, visit Early Achievers' Program
Deakin University - VCE Extension Studies
VCE Extension Studies program offers students studying VCE Health and Human
Development and VCE Psychology the opportunity to take on two university units and start
their Deakin University experience sooner.
The two university subjects are Health Practice & Research for students who have
completed, or will studying concurrently, VCE Units 3 & 4 Human Health and Development,
and Psychological Science for students who have completed, or will studying concurrently,
VCE Units 3 & 4 Psychology.
Students might also like to study two units of Criminology
To be considered for these programs students will need above average results and a
recommendation from the school. Permission from a Parent/Guardian is also required.
Besides the challenge of taking on a university subject, this subject will also count as part of
the VCE and contribute towards the ATAR as the fifth or sixth subject. Classes are available
online or by attending classes on the university campus.
KEY DATES FOR THE 2016 VCE EXTENSION PROGRAM - Deakin
Applications open
Now open
Applications close
Friday 11 December 2015
Year 11 results due to the university
tbc
Final Day for Acceptance of Offers
tbc
Find out more and/or download the application form at Deakin University - VCE Extension
Studies
La Trobe University - VCE Plus Program
VCE Plus is an opportunity for high achieving VCE students to complete two first year
university subjects and have them recognised as part of their VCE. Students enrolled in VCE
Plus choose a pair of first year university subjects to study whilst completing Year 12 (one
subject per semester). VCE Plus is offered at all La Trobe campuses and subjects are
delivered online, face-to-face, or a combination of both. For a look at the VCE Plus subjects
on offer, visit La Trobe University - VCE Plus Subjects
KEY DATES FOR THE 2016 VCE PLUS PROGRAM – La Trobe
Applications open
Now open
Applications close
Friday 4 December 2015
Year 11 results due to the university
Thursday 17 December 2015
Final Day for Acceptance of Offers
Thursday 31 December 2015
Find out more at La Trobe University - VCE Plus Program
Monash University - Extension Studies
Monash Extension Studies allows high achieving Year 12 students to get a taste of university
before finishing school - and be rewarded for it. Students complete a pair of first year
university subjects as part of their final year school studies, allowing them to extend and
enhance their learning in an area of interest. Students also received credit towards their
ATAR.
Units offered in 2016 are accounting, biology, biomedical science, chemistry, economics &
marketing, mathematics, mobile applications development, and physics.
KEY DATES FOR THE 2016 EXTENSION STUDIES - Monash
Applications opened
September 2015
All applications close
16 January 2016
Year 11 results due to the university
Friday 18 December 2015**
Offers released
January 2016
Orientation Day
Thursday 21 January 2016
** if you want to know the outcome of your application by the end of 2015
For more information about the Extension Studies program visit Monash University Extension Studies
RMIT University – Higher Education Studies
RMIT’s Higher Education Studies in the VCE allows Year 12 students to undertake university
subjects while completing their VCE. These courses are VCAA-accredited towards VCE
results and students may be eligible for credit in a related RMIT program. Students will get
a taste of university life, they attend lectures and study on campus with full access to all the
services and facilities enjoyed by RMIT students. VCE Extend subjects are taught at the City
campus and are counted towards students VCE and provide a boost to their ATAR. There
are no fees or HECS for our VCE extension studies.
In 2016 students will be able to choose from the following extension studies - Calculus,
Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geospatial Science, Surveying,
Project Management and Science.
KEY DATES FOR THE 2016 HIGHER EDUCATION STUDIES - RMIT
Applications opened
August 2015
All applications close
Monday 7 December 2015
Year 11 results due to the university
Friday 18 December 2015
Offers released
Early January 2016
Orientation Day
Late January 2016
Visit RMIT University – Higher Education Studies to find out more!
University of Melbourne – Extension Program
The Extension Program is an opportunity for high achieving Year 12 students to study a
university subject whilst at school which counts towards their ATAR, as well as experience
university life. Over 26 subjects are on offer in 2016, in different humanities, language,
mathematics, science and commerce subjects. Students should browse University of
Melbourne – Extension Subjects to find out more about these subjects.
KEY DATES FOR THE 2016 EXTENSION PROGRAM – University of Melbourne
Applications opened
Late August 2015
Applications close
Monday 1 December 2015
Year 11 results due to the university
Friday 18 December 2015
Offers released
Mid-January 2016
Welcome Day
Mid-Late January 2016
For more visit University of Melbourne – Extension Program
News from RMIT University
 Advanced Diploma in Engineering Technology
The Advanced Diploma in Engineering Technology focuses on civil engineering and building
the skills for a career in engineering at a para-professional level. This Advanced Diploma
does not have a mathematics prerequisite and provides clear pathway into RMIT’s Bachelor
of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) degree program. Find out more by
visiting Advanced Diploma in Engineering Technology
 Pathway: Associate Degree in Engineering Technology
The Associate Degree in Engineering Technology provides a common first year before
splitting in second year into seven engineering majors: Advanced Manufacturing and
Mechatronics, Aerospace, Civil, Computer and Networking, Electrical and Electronic,
Mechanical and Sustainable Systems. Students who achieve a grade point average of 2.0 or
greater receive automatic entry into relevant bachelor programs with the equivalents of
two years’ credit. Find out more at Associate Degree in Engineering Technology
 Live Events and Technical Production
The Certificate IV and Diploma of Live Events and Technical Production are ideal for
students interested in sound, lighting and video operation at live events. Students learn
production techniques for a diverse range of jobs in the AV and Live Events industry. These
programs are ideal for students who have completed VET in schools Music Industry or
Technical Production. An ATAR score is not required, and selection is by interview.
Find out more at Live Events and Technical Production
New Scholarships for 2016
 Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Excellence Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded by the Vice-Chancellor to Australian undergraduate students
whose exceptional academic achievements, proven experience and leadership has truly set
them apart. The scholarship includes:
 100 per cent of tuition fees
 a cash payment of $5000 per year
 participation in the Vice-Chancellor's Professional Excellence Program
For more information, visit Vice-Chancellor’s Academic Excellence Scholarship
 Deakin Scholarship for Excellence
This scholarship rewards strong academic performance teamed with excellence in
extracurricular activities, community service or leadership.
The scholarship includes $5000 paid as cash or towards tuition fees per year, or a
combination of both to the value of $5000 per year.
For more information, visit Deakin Scholarship for Excellence
 Deakin Student Support Grant
This scholarship offers financial support to students who have displayed passion,
perseverance and commitment to study despite financial hardship or other disadvantages.
Various options for support are available:
 $10,000 per year for the normal duration of a course, or
 $7500 per year for the normal duration of a course, or
 $5000 per year for the normal duration of a course, or
 $2500 per year for the normal duration of a course, or
 $1000 per year for one year
For more information, visit Deakin Student Support Grant
Bachelor of Built Environment
This course will provide students with the required knowledge and skills to lead onto a
Masters of Architecture, which is the minimum academic requirement to be registered as an
architect. The course is designed to ensure that students will gain the essential skills
required by architects at the undergraduate level. Prerequisite subjects are English and any
Maths, and applications must be made through VTAC. Find out more at Bachelor of Built
Environment