Term 1 2022 has been a busy time for Careers events and planning. Some of the highlights so far this year...
Term 1:
Year 11 and 12 have heard from speakers from Western Sydney University and the University of Wollongong.
Peter came and presented to year 11 about the course offerings at Western Sydney University, pathways to study at the university and their multiple campuses around Sydney. Many of our past students receive offers and study at Western Sydney University.
For more information please click on this link to their website https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/
Upcoming events:
- 14 August 2022 - Open Day for information from 2021’s open day access this link https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/openday
- Information Webinars: The Discover Western Webinar Series features live and on-demand webinars throughout the year. https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/student-life/events/western-webinars
Deb and Stu spoke to year 12 about the University of Wollongong with a focus on options for high achievers and early entry options.
For more information please click on this link to their website https://www.uow.edu.au/study/
Upcoming events
Plans for Term 2
Work experience
Plans are well underway for year 10 Work Experience to occur in week 6 of term 2. Year 10 has been given a brief outline of the program by Mr Roper and some information in an email. More information as well as permission notes are still to come
Dates – Monday 30/05 – Friday 3/06
TAFE Speaker visit
Mr Roper is organising a representative to talk to year 12 about TAFE options for students who are interested. More information to come about this.
Careers bulletin
Year 10-12 have been receiving the Careers bulletin with more information about pathways after college and events that are going on.
Highlights from this week’s bulletin are:
- UAC webinars
- HSC study advice
- Work experience (including game design)
Mr Roper is very keen to hear from any students wishing to discuss their futures. Students can also come to IRC to check out information from a range of education providers.
JobJump
Thomas Hassall has a new JobJump address https://thac.jobjump.com.au/
All students and their parents are encouraged to join Job Jump, which is a one-stop web site that communicates the latest Career search opportunities as well as training options and information on how to access them. Their Career Quiz Wiz link is especially useful if students are interested in trying to link skills and passions to future careers. To join Job Jump, just go to their web site, click "I'm new" and follow the steps using our College password tom. There is a button each for students, parents and staff. It is well worth the time to explore this valuable resource!