Career News
Monthly Updates
September 2019
Hi Year 12
You are on the home stretch of your six years of schooling. The time has approached where you will need to make important decisions for your future pathways. For many, this will include preparing applications for UAC, Early Admission, Scholarships, Apprenticeships and attending Open Days etc.
Please remember to book an interview time if you haven't done so already so that I can help you with your career planning. Good Luck!
Open Day Season :
Universities, private colleges, TAFEs all offer Open Days where the general public and prospective students can go and talk with lecturers, recruitment team and current students about the courses offered.
Many of you would have already attended some university Open Days and there are still few more to go. It is an excellent opportunity to look at the different campuses, accommodation options, find out about scholarship opportunities and alternative entry pathways and discover for yourself if it offers what you are looking for in a course and an education provider.
It is good advice to invest time into researching this information and seeing it and experiencing it for yourself. Armed with this information and experience you can confidently compare courses and institutions. So many students pick a course from a book or a website and on arrival find it is not at all what they were expecting! Tertiary education will cost you thousands of dollars and several years of your time – try to make sure you get the right course for you by following this simple advice.
DON’T MISS OUT
Remember, to view all upcoming events
UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS
UNSW
Date: Saturday 7th September 2019
Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm
Where : UNSW Kensington CampusACU
Date: Saturday 7th September 2019
Time: 8.30am – 2.30pm
Where: Strathfield CampusTAFE OPEN DAY
Saturday 14 September, 9AM - 1PM
Join TAFE NSW Open Day for interactive workshops, live demonstrations, explore our world-class facilities and meet your expert teachers!
If you're looking to kickstart your career with a diploma or degree, become an aspiring apprentice, launch your small business, or gain exciting new skills, TAFE NSW can help you be in a career you love.
TAFE NSW Design Centre Enmore
TAFE NSW St George
TAFE NSW Ultimo
TAFE NSW Wollongong
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION SESSIONS
UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
Economics and Business at Sydney
1 November. 4pm to 7pm
Abercrombie Building
Camperdown/Darlington Campus, Corner Abercrombie Street and Codrington Street
Learn more about the economics and business subject choices on offer, our world-class teaching, industry placements, admission pathways and scholarships.
Click here: To Register
Teacher Education personal Statement Workshop
Saturday 12 October, 10am–1pm
Applicants for Education degrees (Excluding early Education) will be required to write a personal statement.
Click here: to register
Sydney School of Architecture, Design and Planning Portfolio Day
12 October. 10am to 1pm
The Hearth, Level 2, Wilkinson Building, Camperdown/Darlington Campus
Register to have your portfolio reviewed by our academics and receive feedback on what it takes to create a successful submission.
Click here: To register
UTS
UTS - Discover Nursing
Wednesday, 13 November. 5.30pm
UTS City campus
UTS – Discover Midwifery
Please join us next at UTS Info Day on Thursday 19 December
Discover Midwifery sessions have wrapped up for 2019.
UTS - Discover Sport and Exercise
Please join us next at UTS Info Day on Thursday 19 December
Discover Sport and Exercise sessions have wrapped up for 2019.
Click here: to register
UTS - Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (Honours) Info Session
3 September. 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
If you are interested in starting up your own business.
The UTS Business School Entrepreneurship Series features speakers and topics relevant for people interested in starting and building a business. The series is free and open to everyone.
Click here: To register
Notre Dame
Tuesday 24 September, 2019
6pm (registrations open from 5.30pm)
160 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst
Thinking of becoming a nurse? Start your journey at our leading nursing school.
To explore The University of Notre Dame’s Darlinghurst campus and learn more about what to expect from the Bachelor of Nursing degree, come along to our ‘Getting To Know Nursing’ information evening and hear from the experts.
Click here: To Register
AIT ( Academy of Information Technology)
Creative Careers in IT and Design Information Night – I.T. , Film, Digital Design, Animation, Interior Design
18 September. 5.30pm to 7.30pm
Level 2, 7 Kelly Street, Ultimo
Come along and learn about the exciting career opportunities within design, animation, film, games and IT.Click here: To register
HSC Lectures
Get ahead of your HSC studies with these lectures. Make sure you book early so you don't miss out.
Sutherland Shire Libraries HSC Lectures
Cost $7.50
For Bookings : http://www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/Community/Library/Services/HSC-Students
PDHPE Lecture
Tuesday 11th September, 2018
Time: 6.00-8.00pm
Book here:
Important Dates
UAC ( University Admission Centre)- Applications close- Monday 30 September
SRS ( School Recommendation Scheme) - Applications close - Monday 30 September
EAS ( Educational Access Scheme) - Applications close - Friday 29 November
UAC Admission
To apply through UAC you need your Student (BOSTES) number + 4 digit pin number. ( You should have received this via your email).
You apply at UAC http://www.uac.edu.au/
- The maximum number of preferences will now be five instead of nine.
- There will be an offer round after ATAR release and before Christmas.
- Offers may not be made to all courses in December.
- There will be an offer round in January but no ‘Main Round’.
- SRS offers will be made in November.
- Cut-offs will be published for the pre-Christmas round and the mid-January round.
Scholarships, Early Admission and Leadership Programs
Many universities offer scholarships and leadership programs. Click below to discover what you may be eligible for and when to apply.
Educational Access Scheme and School Recommendation Scheme
Adjustment Factors ( Bonus Points)
There are a number of different types of adjustment factors for Year 12 students seeking entry to tertiary study.
Most institutions offer regional bonus points and subject bonus points. Each institution sets its own criteria for allocating these.
As the bonus point’s schemes for each institution, and often for each course, are different, check to see what you may be eligible for.
TAFE NSW DEGRESS
You don’t have to go to uni to get a degree.
TAFE NSW offers a number of degree level courses and higher education options with strong industry links and both practical skills and theoretical knowledge.
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/courses/tafe-nsw-degrees
Bachelor of Commerce
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-applied-commerce
Bachelor of Business
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-business
Bachelor of Early Childhood Education
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-early-childhood-education-and-care-birth-5
Bachelor of 3D Art and Animation
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-3d-art-and-animation
Bachelor of Design (Interior Design)
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-design-interior-design
Bachelor of Community Services
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-community-services
Bachelor of Information Technology Data Infrastructure Engineering
Bachelor of Information Technology Network Security
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-information-technology-network-security
Bachelor of Creative Practice
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/creative-practice
Bachelor of Fashion Design
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-fashion-design
Bachelor of Property Valuation
https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-property-valuation
Associate Degree of Applied Engineering in Renewable Energy
Looking for an Apprenticeship?
Are you looking for a an apprenticeship? Make sure you Resume is up to date ? Do you require a White Card and most employers would like you to have your Drivers Licence. Most industries will seek to hire apprentices in Term 3 and after your HSC ready for employment in 2018. Don't leave it to the last minute if you are looking for an apprenticeship, start looking on employment websites and enrol with a Group organisation. Also, word of mouth is a good way to find employment ask family, friends if they know anyone that is looking for an apprentice.
Chef Apprenticeships from HTN Now recruiting
Gain entry into the world of cooking through a guaranteed placement in some of Australia’s best kitchens.
Housing Industry Association Apprenticeships
There has never been a better time to start a career in the housing industry. Doing paid training through an apprenticeship is a great way to learn new skills, make industry contacts and get set up for the future. HIA Apprentices matches apprentices with the right boss and makes sure they are supported until they finish. Call: 1300 650 620
https://hia.com.au/about/careers/apprentice-program
Master Builders Association Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Master Builders Apprenticeship Service is a Group Training Organisation, who employs apprentices and trainees to place them with tradespeople, builders and contractors within the Building and Construction Industry for on the job training in their selected trade.
We’re always looking for great people looking to start their apprenticeship . Apply by completing the form found in the link below.
https://www.mbansw.asn.au/services/apprenticeships/become-an-apprentice
NECA Electrical Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships in all electrical fields are available.
https://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/
Electrogroup Electrical Apprenticeships
We encourage people interested in gaining an Electrogroup apprenticeship or wishing to partake in a pre-apprenticeship course to register their interest at any time by sending through a completed application form.
You will learn to install and maintain electrical components, wiring, equipment and systems. You may have the opportunity to elect to work in specialised areas of the electrical industry
http://www.electrogroup.com.au/apprentices-overview/
Automotive Group Training Apprenticeships – If it has a motor, AGT can help with an apprenticeship
We employ apprentices and then place them with one, or more, host trainers in order to undergo their trade training. These host trainers are businesses operating in the Automotive industry and can range from small local workshops to bigger car dealerships. We will always aim to place our apprentices into a business that is close to their home and that fulfils all the requirements for them to learn the trades of their apprenticeship of choice.
Select an auto Career here you like:
http://www.agtnsw.com.au/job-seekers/job-profiles
Register for an opportunity here:
http://www.agtnsw.com.au/Job-Seekers/Register-with-us
MTA Automotive Apprenticeships
If you are a job seeker or recent school leaver and are seeking an apprenticeship in the automotive industry, simply email your resume to Aaron or John below. If you have any questions call at any stage on: 02 9891 6900.
- Light Vehicle
- Heavy Vehicle
- Motor Cycle
- Spray Painting
- Panel Beating
- Auto Electrical
- Tyre Fitting
- Steering and Suspension
- Radiator Repairs
- Car Detailing
- Parts Sales
- Automotive Administration
http://www.apprus.com.au/what-we-do.html
Landscape Contractors Apprenticeships
If you are looking for work in the Landscaping Industry, please view our positions vacant page on this website.
If you are actively looking for work in our industry, please submit your details on this form below.
http://www.landscapenswact.com.au/job-seekers-application-form.html
Master Plumbers Association of NSW Apprenticeships
7 steps to become an apprentice plumber:
http://www.masterplumbers.com.au/LiteratureRetrieve.aspx?ID=104287
Website information here:
http://www.masterplumbers.com.au/apprenticeship-opportunities
Brickies In Demand
· Be paid to learn a skill you can use all your life;
· Work outdoors, with your hands; See the results of your work!
· Open door to advancing through the Construction Industry
The housing supply shortage continues and high quality bricklaying apprentices are in demand to build housing and construct commercial developments for our growing nation.
https://www.becomeabricklayer.com.au/my-future-freedom/trade-apprenticeship-vacancies/
https://www.becomeabricklayer.com.au/about-bricklaying/career-suitability/
Click below for Group Organisations and Employment websites.
Volunteering Opportunities
Kids Giving Back - Follow them on Facebook to keep an eye out for new volunteering opportunities
NSW Volunteering- have a wide range of volunteering opportunities.
Take a GAP Year
Interested in seeing the world? Upon gaining entrance to your chosen university degree, you have the option to defer your course for six to twelve months and take a gap year.This is an opportunity to gain worldly experience through travel, volunteering and international community projects.
Opportunities span across working in ski resorts, as camp counselors running children’s activities, teaching English as a foreign language and volunteering on environmental and animal conservation projects around the world. It's possible to volunteer overseas during your university holidays too!
Remember, employers are looking for well-rounded individuals. The more experiences you have under your belt, the more unique your professional profile becomes and the more stories you have to share in interviews!
....... or you could work as a Nanny in the USA Cultural Care Au Pair
Studying Overseas
If you are interested in studying overseas.. Research is KEY! Please find below some helpful links to get the ball rolling.
General Information
Best place to start... Click HERE
- USA - Book an appointment with an Advising Centre for more information
- UK + More Information HERE
- Asia + More Financial Information HERE
- China Specific
Congratulations
We are very proud of your achievements throughout your school year at GTHS. We wish you the best of luck in your journey and next chapter in life after GTHS. Wish you success in which ever path you choose to take.
Please book an interview to see me if you haven't already done so.
Remember I am here to talk and help you whenever you need.
Mrs Hristodoulou