CAREER NEWS
1 August 2012
CAREER EXPLORATION
Use the mini career explorer to start your career exploration
The mini career explorer on the myfuture website at www.myfuture.edu.au is a quick,
interactive, fun instrument that will help you come up with career ideas. Once you
have developed some ideas, you can explore them by first reading about them on the
myfuture site. Other ways to explore career ideas are by talking to people already in
the jobs and work experience.
Which industries will have the most new jobs over the next five
years?
According to Australian Jobs 2012, the following industries are expected to provide
large numbers of new jobs:
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Health Care and Social Assistance
Construction
Professional, Scientific and Technical Services
Mining.
The Australian Jobs publication presents labour market summary information for
people exploring careers and for those looking for work. It includes past and
projected employment trends by industry and occupation. You can access this
publication at
www.deewr.gov.au/Employment/ResearchStatistics/Documents/AustralianJobs.pdf.
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Latest Job Outlook data now available
Job Outlook provides career and labour market research information for almost 350
individual occupations. It has been recently updated. Check the website at
http://joboutlook.gov.au/.
COURSE UPDATES AND SCHOLARSHIPS QUEENSLAND
International hotel and tourism management at UQ
The University of Queensland's (UQ) B International Hotel and Tourism Management
degree combines theory with practice by offering students a range of industry related
activities such as work shadowing, industry-based competitions, field visits,
internships (e.g. at Disney in Florida, USA) and overseas study tours. Find out about
these activities at www.tourism.uq.edu.au.
Looking for Year 11s with leadership aspirations
The University of Queensland's (UQ) Young Scholars Program is designed to nurture
and develop future leaders. It also presents students with a unique opportunity for
academic extension and enrichment.
Learn more about this program on the UQ website at
www.uq.edu.au/youngscholars/index.html. Complete applications must be received
by UQ by 5 pm Friday 10 August 2012.
Pharmacy Open Day at the University of Queensland (UQ)
The UQ School of Pharmacy will be hosting its annual Pharmacy Open Day on
Sunday 19 August 2012. This is an opportunity for secondary school students to tour
the new Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence (PACE) and find out more about
UQ’s B Pharmacy program. Guests can talk to current students about their
experiences and discover more about this field of work. Visit
www.uq.edu.au/pharmacy/openday for information about the open day and to register
to attend.
Engineering and Technology Careers Evening at the University of
Queensland (UQ)
You are invited to attend the event at UQ St Lucia on Thursday 30 August 2012.
There will be presentations on the B Engineering, B Information Technology and the
B of Multimedia Design. You'll have the opportunity to hear from recent Engineering
and ICT graduates about their experiences in the industry so far, talk to lectures and
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current students, ask industry representatives about the job opportunities available.
See www.eait.uq.edu.au/careers-evening for details and to register to attend.
Changes to Bond’s Information Technology Programs
Bond University’s School of Information Technology has recently undertaken a
review of its program offerings. As an outcome of the review the B Business Systems
and the Software Systems major in the B Information Technology will not be offered
in 2013.
The following majors will continue to be offered in the B Information Technology:
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Infrastructure
Information systems
IT management
Security and dependable systems
Web and mobile application development.
For more information on these changes, please contact Angela Higgins on 07 5595
1372 or email ahiggins@bond.edu.au.
The College of Theatre Practice
This College, which is affiliated with the Brisbane Arts Theatre, offers workshops for
young people and adults. It also offers a Certificate IV Live Production, Theatre and
Events (Technical Operations). For more information, visit
www.collegetheatrepractice.com.au.
COURSE UPDATES AND SCHOLARSHIPS INTERSTATE
NIDA applications are open
You can now apply for 2013 full-time courses at the National Institute of Dramatic
Art (NIDA). Applications close on 30 September 2012. Study options include degree
courses in acting, properties, design, costume, staging, and production.
New in 2013 is the B Dramatic Art (Staging). This degree will equip students with
the necessary skills and knowledge required to succeed across the multidisciplinary
field of staging to become staging technicians, technical managers, technical
designers, technical project managers, art installers and special effects designers.
Visit http://www.nida.edu.au/HOW-TO-APPLY/default.aspx for application details.
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2013 Le Cordon Bleu Scholarships
Le Cordon Bleu Sydney has announced its 2013 scholarships for the B Business
(International Hotel Management) and B Business (International Restaurant
Management). For more information about these courses and the scholarships
offered, see http://www.lecordonbleu.com.au/.
The University of Notre Dame Early Offer Program
Year 12 students who have achieved excellent academic results and have been
involved in community or leadership activities can apply for this program. Visit
www.nd.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0015/111516/early_offer_program_guide-.pdf
for more information about the program and the courses and scholarships offered at
Notre Dame. Applications close on Friday 31 August 2012.
Scholarships for design and commerce courses
Raffles College of Design and Commerce, Sydney, is offering eight scholarships for
current Australian Year 12 students wishing to study one of its courses in 2013. The
College offers four-year degree programs in accountancy, commerce, design and arts
(visual communication). Visit
http://raffles.edu.au/apply-now/4-scholarships/australian-scholarships for more
information about these scholarships. Applications close on 9 November 2012.
Scholarships for hospitality management courses
The William Blue College of Hospitality Management (in NSW) invites Year 12
students to apply for the 2012 William Blue Scholarship. A full scholarship will be
awarded to one student who shows strong leadership skills, is passionate about
hospitality and has a keen interest in establishing a career in the industry. The 2012
scholarship is worth over $32,000. The application due date is 2 September 2011.
Visit www.williamblue.edu.au/ for information about the courses offered at the
college.
Access Melbourne selection guarantee
Access Melbourne provides education opportunities for students into undergraduate
degrees at the University of Melbourne. Students who are eligible for Access
Melbourne and are from disadvantaged financial backgrounds or rural and isolated
areas are guaranteed a Commonwealth Supported Place in their chosen course,
provided they meet course prerequisites and achieve the minimum ATAR/OP.
Students must apply for Access Melbourne by submitting a Special Entry and Access
Scheme (SEAS) application after completing a VTAC (Victoria’s version of QTAC)
application. 2013 SEAS applications for students completing Year 12 in 2012 open
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on Monday 6 August and close on Tuesday 9 October 2012. For more information on
Access Melbourne, go to www.access.unimelb.edu.au.
EMPLOYMENT/APPRENTICESHIPS
ANZ Indigenous traineeships
ANZ has recruited over 650 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander trainees in branches
across Australia since 2003. Read more about these traineeships at
www.anz.com/about-us/careers/indigenous-employment/.
OPEN DAYS, EXPOS AND CAREER MARKETS
QUT’s Caboolture Campus Open Day will be held on 19 August. See
www.qut.edu.au/study/events/caboolture-campus-open-day for more information
about this event.
The University of Queensland (UQ) Open Days for 2012
Learn about UQ degrees, participate in games and activities, tour the campus, and
check out the sport and accommodation facilities on the following dates:
5 August
8 August
19 August
St Lucia Campus Open Day
Ipswich Campus Open Day
Campus Open Day
Plan your day with the UQ Open Day Planner at http://youruq.com/openday.
Download the open day program at http://youruq.com/wpcontent/uploads/2012/07/2012-UQ-Open-Day-Program.pdf.
University of Southern Queensland (USQ) - Open Days 2012
Come along and find out what it is like to study at USQ. Discover what type of
degree suits your interests, or find out about the career opportunities that can be
available with a USQ degree. The open day dates are:
5 August
19 August
26 August
Fraser Coast Campus
Toowoomba Campus
Springfield Campus
For details for these events, visit http://www.usq.edu.au/openday.
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Open Day 2012 at Griffith University
Griffith’s Open Day on 12 August is your chance to meet lecturers and students and
explore Griffith’s Gold Coast, Nathan and Southbank Campuses. Each open day
campus will have a variety of hands-on activities, targeted information sessions, all
day information stands, campus tours, interactive displays, on-site radio promotions
and food stalls.
Register at www.griffith.edu.au/open-day to receive an open day wristband which
you can swipe on the day to get additional study information sent to your inbox. To
help you make the most of your day you can also create a personalised Open Day
Itinerary.
University of the Sunshine Coast (USQ) Open Day 2012
At USC’s Open Day on 12 August you can explore your study and career options in
areas such as
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Business and information technology
Communication and design
Education
Health
Humanities and social sciences
Science and engineering
Bridging and preparatory courses.
Find out how you can get the most out of USQ’s Open Day at
www.usc.edu.au/study/study-at-usc/open-day-and-information-events/open-day/uscopen-day.htm.
Bond University’s 2012 Open Day
This event will be held on Sunday 19 August 19, from 10 am to 3 pm. It provides one
of the best opportunities for students to start asking questions about their study
options after school. Open Day will feature a range of presentations, as well as
activities and entertainment. For more information please visit
http://www.bond.edu.au/ and click on ‘Open Day’.
2012 Christian Heritage College (CHC) Open Day
CHC offers degree level courses in business, education and humanities, social
sciences, ministries and Christian studies. It will hold its open day on 25 August.
Visit http://chc.edu.au/index.php/future-students/open-day/ for more information.
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Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) Open Day
On Saturday 25 August 2012, ADFA, located in Canberra, will open its doors to the
general public. This is an ideal opportunity for potential students to experience the
academy firsthand. Defence and university staff will be available to answer
questions. For more information refer to: www.openday.adfa.edu.au. Reasons you
might want to study at ADFA, include:
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get paid to study
get a top quality education and graduate with a degree
study with the best university teacher to student ratio
learn to be a leader
challenge yourself with exciting and rewarding experiences
undertake adventure training and personal development
meet a diverse range of people
start an extraordinary career that will take you around Australia and the world
take advantage of unique post-graduate courses and scholarship opportunities
graduate with a guaranteed job.
Open Day at the Australian Maritime College (AMC)
This event will be held at AMC, which is located in Tasmania, on Sunday 26 August
2012. The event will provide an opportunity to explore the courses offered in
maritime engineering, logistics and environment and to find out about the
scholarships available. See www.amc.edu.au/openday for more information.
Games design, graphic design and audio courses – attend the open
day to find out more
In April this year SAE Institute and Qantm College Brisbane co-located to a new site
at the corner of Jane Street and Riverside Drive, West End. You are invited to
explore the new facilities and investigate the courses offered at the open day to be
held from 12 noon to 4 pm on Saturday 4 August 2012.
At SAE Institute you can study an audio, film or electronic music production course.
Find out more at http://brisbane.sae.edu/en-gb/home/. Explore the Qantm College
courses in animation, games design, games programming, graphic design and
interactive media at http://brisbane.qantm.com/en-gb/home/.
JMC Academy Brisbane Open Day
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JMC Academy offers courses in music, audio, animation, game design, film and
television and entertainment business management. It will hold its open day at its
Brisbane campus on 11 August 2012. For more information and to register to attend
the open day, visit www.jmcacademy.edu.au/News/2012-06-04/REGISTER-FOROUR-AUGUST-OPEN-DAY.cfm.
FOGS Indigenous Employment and Career Expos
The FOGS (Former Origin Greats) expos provide Indigenous job seekers and school
leavers with an opportunity to explore the options available in employment and
further study and training. Expos will be held at the following locations in the second
half of 2012.
25 July
15 August
12 September
17 October
Townsville
Rockhampton
Brisbane
Toowoomba
Townsville Entertainment and Convention
Rockhampton Show Grounds
Suncorp Stadium
Clive Berghofer Recreation Centre
For more information www.fogs.com.au/indigenous-employment-and-career-expos.
Aviation Careers Expo 2012
This event will be held from 10 am – 4 pm on 25 August 2012 at Aviation Australia,
25 Boronia Road, Brisbane International Airport Precinct. The Aviation Careers
Expo has a strong focus on careers, training and employment.
Expo highlights include a free flight simulator, an aircraft display, interactive
seminars, the Queensland Air Museum, Aviation Australia tours and great prizes. For
more information, see http://www.aviationaustralia.aero/expo/.
MISCELLANEOUS COURSES
Public speaking and media training for young people
Talking Heads Public Speaking and Media Training specialises in teaching
communication skills through classes, workshops and specialised programs, presented
after school and during school holidays. Visit www.talking-heads.com.au for details
about the courses offered.
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NATIONAL WEEKS
Interested in IT? Find out about National ICT Careers Week
The annual National ICT Careers Week will be held across Australia from 23 - 29
July 2012. There are over 100 events and activities being presented during the week.
For more information, visit www.ictcareersweek.info/.
Australian Engineering Week 6 – 12 August 2012
Hosted by Engineers Australia, Australian Engineering Week exists to raise
awareness of the important role engineers play both locally and globally and to
encourage more young people to study engineering. A wide range of events will be
held around Australia. Visit http://www.makeitso.org.au/australian-engineeringweek/queensland for events in Queensland.
National Science Week 11-19 August 2012
National Science Week is an annual celebration of science in Australia. It is an
opportunity to enjoy and explore the wonders and benefits of science. Go to
www.scienceweek.net.au to find out about events you can be involved in.
QTAC UPDATES
Applications open soon
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Current Year 12 students apply to QTAC through the Twelve To Tertiary
(TTT) online service at www.qtac.edu.au (click ‘Online Services’) from 1
August 2012. The on-time application due date is 28 September and the ontime TTT application processing charge is $34. Higher charges apply from 1
October 2012.
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There have been a number of course changes since the publication of the
QTAC Guide. You need to check the QTAC website at www.qtac.edu.au for
up-to-date information on courses in which you are interested. As a quick
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reference, a consolidated list of course changes is available in the 'Courses'
section on the QTAC website.
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University of Queensland's (UQ) B Exercise and Sport Sciences/B Business
Management - In 2010, the Tertiary Prerequisites publication given to Year
10 students erroneously omitted that a science subject would be a prerequisite
for entry to this course in 2013.
The prerequisites for this dual program should have been listed as 'English (4,
SA); Maths A, B or C (4, SA); one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (4, SA)'.
In good faith, students completing Australian Year 12 in 2012 without the
science prerequisite will be accepted for entry in 2013. However, UQ wishes
to advise such applicants that they may have difficulties with their studies until
the required background knowledge of science has been gained.
Requirements for successful study
Have a purpose
We don’t usually remember things which have no importance for us. Our reasons for
wanting to remember do not have to be the same as someone else’s but unless we can
find some importance in remembering what we have learnt, we will be at a great
disadvantage.
Understand what you learn
We have a far better chance of remembering topics which we clearly understand. The
more we understand the less we are likely to forget. Understanding helps us to find
the key points, and break work up into sections. This means it is possible to reduce
the total amount of information to the minimum we really need to know.
Take the time to learn
Difficult work takes longer to understand. Be smart - be prepared to slow down and
give it the time required. You can make up the time with easier work later on.
Start revision early
Early revision is a good aid to memory. If revision is left too long, the work becomes
almost like new again. The more work is revised, the less time it takes next time and
remembering becomes easier.
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This item is adapted from Study Smart, Open Access Support Centre, Department of
Education, Queensland, p.10.
Overseas summer volunteer programs for students in Years 10 & 11
Projects Abroad is offering these summer volunteer programs. The programs will run
in Cambodia, India and Fiji over the 2012/13 summer. For more information, see
www.projects-abroad.com.au/projects/2-week-high-school-specials/. Projects Abroad
will hold an open day from 1 – 5 pm on Saturday 28 July 2012 at Bleeding Heart
Gallery, 166 Ann Street, Brisbane. Go to www.projects-abroad.com.au/moreinfo/meet-us/ to register your attendance.
Young Endeavour Open Days
The Young Endeavour Youth Scheme is a not for profit organisation which provides
young Australians aged 16 – 23 years with a unique, challenging and inspirational
experience at sea aboard the national sail training ship Young Endeavour. Visit the
Young Endeavour during one of its free public open day:
26 August 2012
Brisbane
Applications are now being taken for voyages in the first half of 2013. Apply now to
be part of the ballot, applications close at the end of August. For more information
visit www.youngendeavour.gov.au/site/.
Career date claimers for August 2012
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QTAC applications activated www.qtac.edu.au
South Burnett Careers Expo http://kingaroyshs.eq.edu.au
CQUniversity Gladstone Campus Open Day www.cqu.edu.au/openday
SAE Institute and Qantm College Brisbane Open Day
http://brisbane.sae.edu./en-gb/home/ and http://brisbane.qantm.com/engb/home/
The University of Queensland (UQ) St Lucia Campus Open Day
http://youruq.com/openday
University of Southern Queensland Fraser Coast Campus Open Day
www.usq.edu.au/openday
James Cook University Mackay Campus Open Day www.jcu.edu.au/openday/
CQUniversity Noosa Campus Open Day www.cqu.edu.au/openday
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Australian Engineering Week www.makeitso.org.au/australian-engineeringweek/queensland
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The University of Queensland (UQ) Ipswich Campus Open Day
http://youruq.com/openday
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World Education Program information evening www.wep.org.au
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The University of Queensland Young Scholars Program application due date
www.uq.edu.au/youngscholars/index.html
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Australasian College of Natural Therapies - A Day in the Life of a Natural
Therapist www.acnt.edu.au
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Billy Blue College of Design - A Day in the Life of a Designer
www.billyblue.edu.au
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JMC Academy Open Day www.jmcacademy.edu.au
11–19 National Science Week www.scienceweek.net.au
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Griffith University Open Day (South Bank, Nathan and Gold Coast campuses)
www.griffith.edu.au/open-day
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University of the Sunshine Coast open day http://www.usc.edu.au/study/studyat-usc/open-day-and-information-events/open-day/usc-open-day.htm
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CQUniversity Bundaberg Campus Open Day www.cqu.edu.au/openday
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Townsville Careers Expo www.careersevent.com/townsville09/Home.php
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Prosperpine Careers Expo
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FOGS Indigenous Employment and Career Expos in Rockhampton
www.fogs.com.au/indigenous-employment-and-career-expos
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Mackay and District Careers Expo www.jadecorporate.com.au/mackaydistrict-careers-expo
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Capricorn Careers Expo
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The University of Queensland (UQ) Music audition applications close
www.uq.edu.au/music
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Bond University Open Day http://www.bond.edu.au/index.htm
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James Cook University Cairns Campus Open Day www.jcu.edu.au/openday/
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Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Caboolture Campus Open Day
www.qut.edu.au/caboolture
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The University of Melbourne open day
www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/2012events
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University of Southern Queensland Toowoomba Campus
www.usq.edu.au/openday
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The University of Queensland (UQ) Gatton Campus Open Day
http://youruq.com/openday
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The University of Queensland (UQ) Pharmacy Australia Centre of Excellence
(PACE) Open Day www.uq.edu.au/pharmacy/openday
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CQUniversity Mackay Campus Open Day www.cqu.edu.au/openday
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School Community Industry Partnership Service (SCIPS) School Leaver
Event www.scips.org.au
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Christian Heritage College Open Day http://chc.edu.au/index.php/futurestudents/open-day/
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Australian Defence Force Academy Open Day www.openday.adfa.edu.au
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Aviation Careers Expo www.aviationaustralia.aero/expo/
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James Cook University Townsville Campus Open Day
www.jucu.edu.au/openday/
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University of Southern Queensland (USQ) Springfield Campus Open Day
www.usq.edu.au/openday
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CQUniversity Rockhampton Campus www.cqu.edu.au/openday
The Young Endeavour Youth Scheme open day
www.youngendeavour.gov.au/site
Australian Maritime College Open Day www.amc.edu.au/openday
Engineering and Technology Careers Evening at the University of Queensland
www.eait.uq.edu.au/careers-evening
The University of Notre Dame Early Offer Program applications close
www.nd.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0015/111516/early_offer_program_gui
de-.pdf
The above information has been gathered from a range of sources including publicly available
websites, institutional and organisational newsletters, student and career advisers and guidance
officers. Every effort has been made to ensure the information provided is accurate and up-to-date at
publication.
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