From the Head of Student Pathways Ð March 10, 2010

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New to the Careers Room

Pathways Presentations at Radford

Work Experience

Broomwood Hall School (London) - 2011 Gap Year Information Evening

University of Sydney Veterinary Science Rural Students Entry Scheme

University of Wollongong Upcoming Events

La Trobe University (Victoria) - Talk and Tour

UBS Cadetships for Year 12 students interested in banking and finance

Are you thinking about studying at Melbourne University?

Youth InterACT Conference – give feedback to the ACT Government

Sydney Dance Company School Holiday Workshops for experienced young dance enthusiasts

NIDA Holiday Courses

Ella Baché College of Skin and Beauty Therapy Open Days

AFTRS Special Effects for Teens – school holiday course

Are you interested in Live Theatre, Production and Events?

Australian School based Apprenticeships (ASBAs)

Employment Information for School Students – know your rights

Diary Dates March to June (from recent Bulletins)

 

New to the Careers Room

The following information as arrived in the Careers Room over the last week:

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Pathways Presentations at Radford

A program of expert speakers has been organised for Year 10, 11 and 12 students in a variety of areas to assist them in their career planning.  Each week there is usually a presentation in Room 50 from 1:15 - 1:45pm (bring your lunch). 

á         Mocktails in the Senior Quad Ð on Wednesday 31 March Clubstart will teach students to make ÒmocktailsÓ and provide information on their school holiday courses.

á         Study in the USA Ð Information Evening for parents and students from Yr 9-12 thinking about sport scholarships and studying in the USA. Students need to consider their subject selection carefully to ensure that from as early as Yr 9 they have included the right subjects in their package to make them eligible to study in the USA. A TENTATIVE date/time has been set, subject to confirmation from Judy Freudenberger at the US Embassy for Friday 14 May at 7:30pm, in the Pavilion (changed since last weekÕs e-Bulletin).  Please watch this space for updates.

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Work Experience

Any students from Yr 10-12 wishing to undertake work experience in the April school holidays should see Mrs Rentsch and get the appropriate forms. Students will need to have their arrangements finalised at the by Friday 26 March (ie 2 weeks before the end of term) to allow time for processing the associated paperwork.

 

To find out more about the Radford College Work Experience Program go to Intranet>Community & Services>Student Pathways>Work Experience (logon is required).

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Broomwood Hall School (London) - 2011 Gap Year Information Evening

Are you considering taking a year off between school and university?  If so, Broomwood Hall in London may be just the place for you.  Since 2003 students from Canberra have been going to Broomwood Hall to work as teachersÕ assistants.  In early January 2010, twelve boys and girls from Canberra jetted off to London to start their adventure. 

 

Broomwood Hall is a preparatory day school located in Clapham in Central London. The school is spread over 4 campuses and caters for students aged from 3 years to 14 years.  Gap students are employed on contract for 12 months as TeachersÕ Assistants to work with the younger children aged 3 Ð 8 years.  As the School does not have boarding facilities, the students usually stay with local families paying a nominal amount per week in board. For more information browse the Broomwood Hall website.

 

If you are interested to learning more about this opportunity please come, with your parents, to an information session which will be held at:

 

 

Current Year 11 and 12 students are encouraged to attend the information session to find out about this experience and the application process. Click here for an invitation.

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University of Sydney Veterinary Science Rural Students Entry Scheme

Current resident NSW Yr 12 applicants may be eligible for one of a limited number a places under the Faculty of Veterinary Science Rural Students Entry Scheme if they meet all the following criteria.

1.    A UAI not more than five points below the UAC main round cut off mark for the year of entry

2.    Completed at least the last four years of secondary education at a rural school (the definition of "rural" is detailed below)

3.    A permanent home address in a rural area for a significant period (at least four years) at any time prior to their application (the definition of "rural" is detailed below)

4.    A demonstrated commitment to a career in an animal related area in a rural setting. (This may include a record of involvement and achievement in community affairs at school or local community level in a rural environment)

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University of Wollongong Upcoming Events

Event

Date

Online Booking

Campus Tours

Monday to Friday

Call 1300 367 869 to book

Year 11 & 12 Open Night

Wednesday 16 June 2010

Online Booking will open in April

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La Trobe University - Talk and Tour

Talk & Walk in on Friday 9 April and Monday 27 September 2010, 9:30am to 12 noon, with optional afternoon activities.

 

This is a great chance for you and your parents to spend the day getting to know La TrobeÕs Melbourne (Bundoora) campus, and to find out all you need to know about studying at La Trobe.

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UBS Cadetships for Year 12 students

á         Applications Open: Friday 19 March 2010

á         Applications Close: Friday 7 May 2010

If you are a Year 12 student who is well-motivated, enjoys working with other people and would like to experience the world of banking and finance, consider applying for a UBS Cadetship. UBS Cadets combine study at the university of their choice in Sydney with paid work for the company.

 

UBS is looking for:

á         Consistent academic effort and achievement at school

á         Transferable skills relevant to banking and finance

á         Evidence of leadership potential

á         Team involvement at school and/or in the community

á         Work experience (paid or unpaid)

á         Personal motivation

To be considered for a UBS Cadetship you will need to expect an ATAR of at least 86.25.

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University of Melbourne Access All Areas  - for students thinking about studying at Melbourne Uni

Access All Areas is an on-campus event offering you a personalised look at the University of Melbourne. The program on the day will involve the following sessions:

 

 

Dates: Friday 9 April 2010 & Friday 9 July 2010

Time: 9am - 2pm (followed by 30 minute residential college tours for registered participants)

Venue: Parkville campus

Cost: Free, but you must register as places are limited. Register now online to secure your place.

For further information about Access All Areas, please call us on: 03 8344 6543 or 1800 801 662 (toll free within Australia).

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Youth InterACT Conference Ð give feedback to the ACT Government

The Youth InterACT Conference aligns with the National Youth Week (NYW) each year, every year. The conference aims to inform and engage young people in a variety of topical issues and exciting activities while providing them with an opportunity to give feedback to the ACT Government. It provides young people with opportunities to engage in activities, decision-making and informative forums as well as community and government events.

 

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Sydney Dance Company offer School Holiday Workshops for experienced young dance enthusiasts

The Sydney Dance Company is running a school holiday workshop from 6 to 9 April for students aged 8 to 18.  The program will cost $70 per day.  Register now by phoning 9258 4818.

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NIDA Holiday Courses

If you are looking for something different to do during your school holidays, then join NIDA for a dramatically different holiday experience. From the 1-hour creative play courses for young children to week-long holiday courses, there is something for all children from ages 4 to 18 years.

 

Online bookings are now available for the 2010 Autumn Holiday Program. Courses are available at NIDA and at other locations around Sydney.

Contact NIDA Open Program for information:

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Ella BachŽ College of Skin and Beauty Therapy Open Days

 

Ella Bache Open Days will provide you with the opportunity to tour their new state-of-the-art beauty therapy college, provide you with all the information you need about studying beauty therapy as well the broad range of career opportunities available.

 

Attendance to their Open Day is FREE but registration is essential!

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AFTRS Special Effects for Teens Ð school holiday course

Run by the Australian Film, Television and Radio School, this fantastic course is a once in a lifetime opportunity for enthusiastic and creative teens aged between 13 and 17 years of age. Taught by movie industry experts and using real cameras, film studios, props and special effects software, participants will write, direct, act in, film edit and create their own special effects. There will be a screening in theatre on the final day for family and friends. Apr 12- Apr 14, 9am-5pm

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Julius Events College School Holiday Basics courses (Sydney)

Do these courses together as a CERTIFICATE THREE in Live Production, theatre and events. This is the qualification required to teach Cert III VET Entertainment in Schools. For info or to enrol email moniquew@juliusmedia.com or call 02 9638-5955.

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Australian School- based Apprenticeships

The Student to Industry Program (SIP) has numerous ASBA positions advertised on its website in the following areas:

á          ASBA positions with ACT Department of Education and Training in IT, Business, Horticulture, Government, ChildrenÕs Services, Disability Work, Library Information. Applications for these positions close on Friday 9 April.

 

á          Hospitality (15+ positions)

á          Retail (5+ positions)

á          Retail/Warehousing (1 position)

 

The Hyatt Hotel Canberra is offering exciting 18 month, ASBA positions in Certificate II Hospitality Operations. You will also receive some fantastic benefits while working in CanberraÕs deluxe Five Star Hotel, such as:

For more information on what the Hyatt has to offer please contact Catherine.mullarvey@hyatt.comor phone: 02 6269 8892 or fax 02 6269 8895.

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Employment Information for School Students Ð know your rights

If you need information about your rights and entitlements because you have got a casual, or part-time job, the Workplace Authority and the Workplace Ombudsman can help you.

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March Ð June Diary Dates (from past Bulletins)

á         Antipodeans ACT GapBreak Information Night - 16 March, at 6.30pm (Bookings Essential) in The Pavilion, Radford College, College St, Bruce, Canberra.

á         Veterinary Science Open Day 2010 at the University of Melbourne - Sun 21 March, 10amÐ3pm, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Werribee campus. For more information call (03) 8344 7844 or visit www.vet.unimelb.edu.au/openday

á         Qantm College (innovative creative digital media educators, providing specialist courses in animation, games design, games programming, interactive digital media, graphic design and digital video production) - Melbourne Open Day - Saturday 6 March; Sydney Open Day - Saturday 22 May; Brisbane Open Day - Saturday 22 May 2010

á         Applications for Invention Convention 2010 close on 30 April 2010. For more information email: iconvention@questacon.edu.au, phone: 1800 641 or mail: Questacon Smart Moves Invention Convention, Location Code 940, PO Box 5322, Kingston ACT 2604

á         Whitlam Institute at the University of Western Sydney asks students in years 5 - 12 in NSW and the ACT to share their thoughts on what matters to them in 400 - 600 words Ð Applications close 30 April

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