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On the following pages you will find information about each exhibitor along with possible questions to ask them, plus a link to their website for further research. Why would you need this? Many students and parents have never attended such an event, and may not know where to start. This document has starting point questions for you to discuss with each exhibitor, and there is a space for you to write down your own questions. If students already have an idea of what courses they wish to follow after Year 12, then this event can answer many questions about ATAR scores required, selection information (interviews, folio), prerequisites required, bonus points for VCE subjects, course details, job outcomes, location of campus, length of course etc. Or a student might not want to attend university and is keen to find out about apprenticeships, or possibly joining the Defence Force or Victoria Police Force, again, we have representatives from these organisations that can give you specific information about applying and seeking apprenticeships. For those students just starting to explore, you may wish to collect brochures to read at a later stage, or ask questions about career ideas in their fields of expertise. It may be that a course interests you so you can find out what subjects you should study in your VCE and what ATAR score you need to aim towards.

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Apprenticeship and Traineeship

Employment Partners ATEP

How do I find an apprenticeship? Do you have a list I can access after I finish school to see what is available? Can I sign up now? Is it important to finish Year 12? What apprenticeships are the most popular? Do I need a car licence? Do you offer business or information technology traineeships too? What are wages for apprentices?

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Australian Brick & Blocklaying

Training Foundation Ltd

I have been told that bricklaying is very well paid. Is this true? How physical is the job? How long is the apprenticeship? Do I need to finish school? Do you help me find an apprenticeship?

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3 VACC Auto Apprenticeships

The VACC Auto Apprenticeships team are experts in the automotive apprenticeship and school based traineeship field. The team can help launch your career as an apprentice motor mechanic, motorcycle mechanic, panel beater, spray painter and more! Ask how to apply for their apprenticeships. What are the pay rates for motor mechanics and apprentices? What other jobs are available in the automotive industry?

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4 Careers in the Building Industry

Want to build your future with a career in building and construction? Discover the financially rewarding and fulfilling careers that our industry has on offer. How do you find a carpentry apprenticeship when you leave school? Should you finish Year 12? What is a certificate 11 in building and construction courses? How long does it go for? Does it take time off my apprenticeship? Is the building industry still strong for future employment? What other jobs and apprenticeships are there in the building industry?

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5 Plumbing Careers

Plumbers install, maintain and repair pipes, drains, guttering and metal roofing, mechanical services and related equipment for water supply, gas, drainage, sewerage, heating, cooling and ventilation systems. The number of Plumbers grew strongly over the past 5 years and is expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years: from 92,300 in 2018 to 102,800 by 2023. Ask what a typical day as a plumber would be like? What is roof plumbing? Do you have to have a licence to be a plumber? What type of person do you think employers are looking for in future apprentices? Is plumbing well paid?

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Electrical Careers

Electricians install, maintain, repair, test and commission electrical and electronic equipment and systems for industrial, commercial and domestic purposes. Electricians may also work on electrical transmission and distribution equipment. Do you need to be good at maths to pass the tests to become a licenced electrician? What are the pay rates for electricians? What other work do they do and who might employ apprentices?

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7 ATO

How do I obtain a Tax File Number? Why do I need it? Can you tell me some of the careers available in the ATO. When I go to enrol at university, do I need to have a Tax File Number? Why? How long does it take to get one? How do I do this?

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8 Engineers Australia -

Victoria Division

Ask about the career options available to engineers and the industries that depend on them. Find out about different engineering roles and how engineers may help the world in decades to come. What is the fastest growth area of engineering? What are the job prospects for aeronautical engineers? Why do you need to study so much maths? Are there engineering graduates working overseas and in what areas? What university would you recommend? Can you find employment if you study engineering at TAFE level? What engineering field would you say has the highest employment rate and which one has the lowest? Is engineering, in general, a well-paid job? In your opinion, what type of student might be attracted to engineering?

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9 Carlton College of Sport

Are you ambitious and eager to make your mark in the world of sport? Get real-world experience and your foot in the door of the sports industry at the Carlton College of Sport. A partnership between Carlton Football Club and La Trobe University – the leading university for career outcomes in sport – this unique tertiary program provides the ultimate learning experience in a high-performance environment with professional athletes, coaches and mentors. Ask about the costs, the work outcomes, how to apply, and the pathways to university. Where do I study? Is there any interaction with the players? Do I need Year 12?

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Collarts (Australian

College of the Arts Pty Ltd)

WORLD CLASS INDUSTRY STANDARD FACILITIES - recording studios, post-production facilities, performance spaces, computer labs and classrooms. INDUSTRY COLLABORATIONS AND PLACEMENTS. Through Collarts’ extensive industry networks, they offer tailored opportunities for students to work in the entertainment and arts industry whilst they are still studying. SUPPORT WITH FEES - Collarts offer government FEE-HELP, which is the HECS equivalent for private institutions. It means that for eligible students, there are no upfront fees. ACCELERATED LEARNING - Their immersive courses allow you to complete your Bachelor Degree in two years instead of the standard three. Start your career sooner. - Interior design, music production, music performance, entertainment journalism, fashion marketing, animation & VFX, audio engineering. Ask about applications, prerequisites, costs, campus locations, open days, workshops.

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11 JMC Academy

JMC has a strong reputation for delivery industry focused courses. It is also a private institute which means you have to ask about costs. Courses: Audio Engineering + Sound Production, Contemporary Music Performance, Digital Design, Entertainment Business Management, Film + Television Production, Game Design, Songwriting, Master of Creative Industries, VET+ Short Courses. World class facilities - ask about them. How do you apply? Where is the campus? Do I need an ATAR score? Likelihood of jobs? Do you have open days? Short courses?

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Richmond Institute of

Sports Leadership

Richmond Institute of Sports Leadership is a unique program aimed at developing the next generation of leaders within the sports industry. This unique dual diploma is designed to complement student development as an athlete with a strong emphasis on experiential learning and practical skills and a focus on management and leadership capabilities. The courses are delivered by the Richmond Football Club and Swinburne University of Technology. Students have access to state-of-the-art high performance training, teaching and learning facilities. In addition, students will gain industry placement and on successful completion of the dual diploma, guaranteed university pathway into selected Bachelor courses. The 2017 program contains four key focuses which will provide students with learning experiences like no other. Find out what is on offer, the costs involved, which Swinburne courses are guaranteed pathways? Do you have to have Year 12? Do I have to be playing or involved in football for selection into this course? Where is the campus? Do you have information nights or open days?

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13 SAE Qantm

Creative Media Institute

Privately run College with COURSES in Animation, Audio, Design, Film, Games, Web & Mobile. They’re the world’s leading educator in creative media industries because they work closely with industry partners, employ specialist teachers with real-world experience, and deliver personalised education in world-class facilities. Their specialised courses in creative media are responsive to the dynamic and evolving nature of these industries. SAE has 49 campuses in 23 countries. Students and teachers are a unique, diverse and creative community who come together for a collective purpose – outstanding education opportunities. Their expertise is world-recognised and truly global. SAE courses are Australian Government accredited and internationally recognised. WANT TO STUDY ABROAD? You have the opportunity to study up to two trimesters at an SAE campus overseas. Not only will studying abroad be a life changing experience, you will have the chance to make new friends and industry connections, enhancing your future career prospects while broadening your horizons. Find out about the costs of their programs, how you can access Fee Help from the Government. Facilities, selection into courses?

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14 PriceWaterhouse Coopers

Ask about their Traineeships - Combine studies with work, all while receiving professional and financial support. Their Trainee Program is a unique three-year opportunity that offers real paid work experience while you complete your degree. Why not get ahead of the curve and graduate with both a degree and full-time, relevant work experience? You'll set yourself up for a successful and fulfilling career by gaining an early insight into what areas of work you're most passionate about. Putting what you're learning at uni into practice. Like many Trainees before you, you may also receive an offer to join us as a full-time Graduate afterwards. Find out when applications open. Perhaps the STEM Academy might be interesting to find out about too - STEM Academy will help you broaden your business acumen and help set you up for success when applying for future roles within the firm - those who perform well may have the opportunity to be fast-tracked through to our Vacation or Graduate program! They also offer graduate programs on one year after you finish your degree. Ask if you are restricted to studying at certain universities?

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Bayside Glen Eira

Kingston Local Learning &

Employment Network

(BGKLLEN)

Government funded organisation to assist young people find meaningful work. They offer many programs including: Ticket to Work – Work preparation and employment for young people with disability and they find work placements for students in VCAL. Ask how this organisation could assist you if you are considering VCAL or are in VCAL.

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16 Lattitude Global Volunteering

With over 20% of first year university students in Australia leaving their chosen course or dropping out altogether, maybe it's a good idea to step off the academic treadmill and consider your goals before diving in. There are so many benefits to taking a gap year - our volunteers gain independence, confidence, career experience, and cultural awareness while abroad. Volunteering can really give you an edge before and after university by boosting your CV in the process. Lattitude is one of the largest international volunteering organisations, supporting around 1000 young people globally every year. As a non-profit organisation, we ensure we remain cost effective and are transparent about all costs involved, while providing comprehensive support throughout the process. With placements available in 13 countries, lasting between 6 weeks and 12 months and departing throughout the year, there is a volunteer program that will fit into any young Australian's gap year! Find out how to apply, the cost, security and safety, reasons why you would choose a global volunteering experience and why their company?

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17 Defence Force Careers Team

Find out about job opportunities in the Army, Navy and AirForce. What is the Australian Defence Force Academy? What do you study there? What prerequisites do I need to study now for entrance to the degrees at ADFA? Do you need maths methods to become a pilot? What is Officer Entry? Ask about the 12 month Gap Year and how to apply? What about apprenticeships in the defence force? What would be a typical day in the life of a soldier and air force officer? How do I know what job I am suited to for the Defence Force? What is a YOU session? Are there psychological tests? What does this involve? How long do I need to commit to the Defence Force? When is the earliest time I can apply for the Defence Force?

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Australian College of

Applied Psychology

(ACAP)

ACAP is one of a number of privately run institutes invited to our careers night. Ask about their difference, the costs involved as they are not funded by the government. It is easier to gain a place in these courses and the classes are smaller. They offer behaviour type courses - counselling, psychology, crime, social work. How long does it take to become a psychologist? What are the different streams of psychology? Is there good job outcomes for psychologists in the future? Any particular areas? Are psychologist well paid?

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19 Education USA

When should I start applying for universities in the USA? Do they accept our VCE or do I need to sit another test? How do I do this? When? What is the timeline for applying for courses? What are the costs of studying in the USA? How do I know what are the best universities in the USA? Are there any loan schemes? How do sporting scholarships fit in with this application? Are qualifications recognised here in Australia?

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20 Photography Studies College

PSC has been the premier photography college for many years. Ask why? They are a private college meaning it is not funded by the government. What courses do they offer. What is the cost? Is Fee-Help available for all your courses? Ask for explanation. Do you need a folio? 80% of PSC graduates who are available for employment are employed within 4 months of completing their course*. (Quality Indicators of Learning and Teaching, 2017.) Graduates of PSC are eligible to apply for full membership of the following Australian professional bodies: AIPP Australian Institute of Professional Photographers, MEAA Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance, NAVA National Association of Visual Arts. Ask about any exhibitions that might be coming up, or open days. Do they offer short courses? What are their facilities like and can I come and have a look around the campus?

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21 Ambulance Victoria Careers

Michael Stephenson is the CEO of Ambulance Victoria, so you are not going to get anyone more qualified to speak about careers in Ambulance Victoria then he is. He is also a former student of the College. Ask him why he was drawn to be a paramedic. What type of courses do you need to study? Is there guaranteed employment at the end of these courses? Would I need to work outside the metropolitan area? Being a paramedic is about a lot more than lights and sirens, and rushing to help someone in need. Paramedics perform clinical procedures, administer drugs, maintain patient records and decide on the most appropriate medical facility where someone should be taken. Paramedics help people in non-life threatening situations too, from sporting injuries to routine transport between hospitals and health services.

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22 Victoria Police Careers

Find out about the recruitment process, training at the academy, specialist areas, how fit do you need to be? What type of candidate are the police looking for? Do they take any 18 year olds? Would you recommend completing a university course or apprenticeship before applying? What squads are there in the police force? What is a normal shift like for a police person? Are there any physical restrictions like height, weight etc. Can I apply again if I don’t make the cut?

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23 Careers in Surveying

Surveying is the measurement and mapping of our surrounding environment using mathematics and specialised technology. Land surveyors are involved with a diverse variety of projects from land subdivision to tunnel building and major construction. Licensed or registered surveyors are experts in the profession who interpret and navigate legal aspects of land ownership. They also give advice and provide information to guide the work of engineers, architects and developers. Is it true that there is a shortage of surveyors? What are the wages like? What percentage of a typical day would you be out and about as opposed to being behind a desk? What courses should I apply for? TAFE or university? Do I need to study mathematics in my VCE? Do you offer placements for work experience?

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24 Monash University

Monash University take the highest percentage of our Year 12 students into their courses. They have campuses at Clayton, Caulfield and Peninsula plus overseas. Ask about their range of scholarships and how to apply. As the Design Faculty cannot attend enquire about courses in architecture, fine art, design, industrial design, spatial design - do you need a folio for these courses? ATAR scores? Prerequisites? Ask about their Information Evenings - dates, times etc. Ask for explanation about SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) and how it impacts on the ATAR score. What is the Monash Guarantee? What are bonus points and do all Monash courses offer bonus points for selective VCE subjects? How do I find out about this before I choose my VCE? Ask about Monash Information Sessions. Monash ATAR calculator SEAS calculator

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25 Monash

University Faculty of Arts

Ask to have the Global Immersion Guarantee explained. What do you study in a: Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Criminology Bachelor of Global Studies Bachelor of Media Communication Bachelor of Music Double degrees Bachelor of Arts / Master’s double degree Diploma of Languages Diploma of Liberal Arts and Honours Flexibility is often referred as a plus for these types of degrees, what does this mean? What are the job outcomes for Arts graduates - ask for examples. Is it harder to find work with an Arts Degree? Do you offer any assistance with career guidance? What are the ATAR scores required for these degrees? Ask about double degrees with other faculties (for example, Arts/Commerce). Is overseas study available for all degrees? Costs involved? Scholarships? What is the cost to study at University? Is an audition a part of selection into your Music Degree and performance majors? How do I study drama/performing arts at Monash?

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26 Monash Faculty of Engineering

All students begin their Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) with a common first year. It gives you a chance to develop a better understanding of engineering and the variety of specialisations available to you, before you then commit to more specialised studies from second year onwards Majors: From second year onwards, you can choose to specialise in one of the following engineering disciplines.

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Discipline Clayton Malaysia

Aerospace ✔ Chemical ✔ ✔ Civil ✔ ✔ Electrical and Computer Systems ✔ ✔ Environmental ✔ Materials ✔ Mechanical ✔ ✔ Mechatronics ✔ ✔ Resources ✔ Software ✔ ✔ What do you study in each of these? Job outcomes for each specialisation? Double degree programs available? What ATAR score do you need? Prerequisites and bonus points for studying both Physics and Chemistry and Specialist Maths? Ask for explanation and how does this assist your ATAR score? What is the difference between Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering and a major in Aerospace in Bachelor of Engineering. What is software Engineering? What are the facilities at Clayton Campus? Can students visit?

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27 Monash Faculty

of Business & Economics

What is the difference between your Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Business Administration? Why is there a difference in maths prerequisites for each of these degrees? Do you offer scholarships? What double degrees are offered with commerce, business and business administration? Is it a good idea to study a Double Degree? Why? What are the ATAR scores for each degree? Can I choose some majors at Caulfield if I am studying at Peninsula Campus? What is a major? What is the bachelor of Actuarial Science? Ask about their Bachelor of International Business in the city. What is the difference between a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Economics? What bonus points for ATAR score are offered for these degrees? Ask for an explanation about bonus points. As them to explain the DOTS program to business. Single degrees: B2029 Bachelor of Accounting, B2033 Bachelor of Actuarial Science B2042 Bachelor of Banking and Finance, B2000 Bachelor of Business, B2007 Bachelor of Business Administration, B2026 Bachelor of Business and Commerce, B2001 Bachelor of Commerce, B2031 Bachelor of Economics, B2034 Bachelor of Finance, B2005 Bachelor of International Business, B2036 Bachelor of Marketing

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Monash University Faculty of Education

What is the difference between a Bachelor of Education and a Masters of Education? For anyone applying for any teaching/education courses they now have to sit a CASPer Test as part of selection. CASPer is an online screening tool designed to assess important personal and professional qualities against the Victorian Framework for Selection for Initial Teacher Education. Make sure you ask about this new test! – CASPer. Also minimum ATAR is now 70, so ask about pathways into teaching if you don't get this score. Ask about double degrees of Education with Arts, Music, Fine Arts, Business and Science. How do these work? Are they better? You offer a Diploma of Tertiary Studies as a pathway into Education. Ask them to explain this to you and how it works.

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29 Monash

University Faculty of IT

Ask what you study in these majors and likelihood of employment in these areas? Check out our majors, minors and specialisations

Majors Business information systems Computer networks and security Games development Interactive media Software development Minors Business information systems Computer networks and security Computer science Cybersecurity Data science Digital humanities Games design Games development Interactive media IT for business Mobile apps development Software development Software engineering Web development Specialisations Advanced computer science Data science Software engineering Ask about double degrees and costs. Overseas study? Prerequisites and ATAR scores required. Should you study IT in VCE or is mathematics more important? Is it true that jobs in IT now may not be around by the time I graduate from university?

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30 Monash

University Faculty of MNHS

Faculty of Medicine, Nursing & Health Science - medicine, biomedical, health science, paramedics, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, midwifery, Psychology, nutrition science, radiology & Medical Imaging, radiation science and public health. Ask about selection criteria into all these courses - prerequisites required, ATAR scores, pathways if you don’t receive the ATAR required, subjects you should study in VCE, job availability after graduation. If I don’t get into physiotherapy, what other pathway would you recommend? For medicine, how do you select applicants? The UMAT will be replaced by the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test). For more information about the UCAT, please visit: https://www.ucat.edu.au/ What scores in this test do I need for consideration for interviews for Medicine? What ATAR score is required for medicine? What is involved in the mini interviews? With radiology and medical imaging, are job opportunities high after graduation? Where would you work? What is the difference between radiation science and this course? Do many students who study psychology go onto further study in a masters degree for registration? Do you need high scores in your undergraduate degree to apply for higher education courses (like masters programs). With the new changes in Victorian laws for nursing (ratio change of patient /nurses) , does this mean you will need to allow more students to study nursing? What are the pathways into nursing and midwifery? Is there any pathway into paramedicine? What ATAR score do I need for this course and are there any prerequisites? Future Careers in Health

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Monash University Faculty of Science

They offer a wide range of majors across five broad areas: Biological and life sciences | Biomedical and behavioural sciences | Earth and environmental sciences | Mathematical and computational sciences | Physical and chemical sciences What majors can you study in each of these areas? What are the job outcomes for graduates of a single Science degree? Where are graduates employed? If you haven't been to the Clayton campus for a while, you may not realise the science precinct has been transformed. We've invested millions in new facilities, teaching and learning spaces for students. From our new state-of-the-art chemistry labs, to our science student only lounge and other informal in and outdoor study chill-out spaces -our spaces provide an excellent on campus experience. What ATAR scores are required? Prerequisites? What if I don't get the ATAR required, do you offer any pathways courses to science? Could you explain what is the Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges. Part of selection is an interview - why is this? What overseas study is offered? Ask for the very wide double degree programs offered with science and why it's a great option? Do students receive assistance with course planning? What is the industry placement program? What bonus points are offered for studying certain subjects in VCE? Ask for an explanation about Bonus Points.

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32 Swinburne University

Swinburne is both a university and a VET provider (TAFE courses) so can offer students great pathways from TAFE to university with advanced standing - usually the first year off the degree. Courses in: ARTS AND HUMANITIES, AVIATION, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND ARCHITECTURE, BUSINESS, DESIGN, EDUCATION, ENGINEERING, FILM AND TELEVISION, GAMES AND ANIMATION, HEALTH, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, LAW, MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION, NURSING, PSYCHOLOGY, SCIENCE, RESEARCH DEGREES, APPRENTICESHIPS

Ask about the UniLink courses in Business, Design, Health, Science, Media. Scores for these courses start at 50, have smaller classes and guarantee a place in a like degree at second year. Sound too good to be true. Ask. They have new Architecture and Urban Planning Masters program just commencing this year. What do you need for entrance? Costs of these courses? What are the facilities like at Swinburne? Many of your courses offer a professional year, meaning the students are paid a wage for the year and they get to work in the area that they are studying which all equals great job outcomes after finishing their degree. They start at 80+ ATAR and add a year onto the course. Find out why they are becoming so popular.

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33 Australian Catholic

University

Study areas: Allied health, Business, Creative arts, Early childhood education, Global studies, Humanities and social sciences, Inclusive education and disability studies, Information technology, Law, Nursing, midwifery and paramedicine, Nutrition and biomedical science, Philosophy, Psychology, Public health and administration, Sport and exercise science, Teaching and education, Theology Do you have to be catholic to attend this university? The ATAR scores are much lower - why is this? Can you tell me about your new sports courses? Do you offer scholarships? What ATAR score do I need for law? ACU have an early achiever's program can you explain how it works? What scores do I need for physiotherapy and paramedics? What bonus points do you give students who have completed their Year 12 at a catholic score? What difference does this make? Do you offer bonus points for elite athletes? What is the definition of an elite athlete? Why should I attend ACU? Pathways to teaching.

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34 Victoria University

Courses: Arts, Business, Computers & IT, Education, Engineering & Science, Health & Biomedicine, Law & Justice, Sports & Exercise From 2018, the first year of all bachelor degrees taught at their Melbourne campuses saw units delivered in a more focused way, one at a time. You'll have more one-on-one time with your educators as you complete each unit and a significantly more immersive, collaborative and enriching learning experience. Victoria University have a new first year model. Ask them how it works. You'll study in short bursts, called blocks. Each block focuses on one unit (subject) and is only four weeks long, with up to four days between blocks to relax and prepare for the next. Could this suit you? Except for a couple of courses like law, paramedics and osteopathy, most courses at VU don't have to have a minimum ATAR score for selection. Ask what this means? Where are their campuses? Law is offered in the city campus along with osteopathy. Ask about these popular courses, ATAR scores and if there are any prerequisites.

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35 Holmesglen Institute

COURSES, Free TAFE, Apprenticeships, Higher Education, Youth programs, Short Courses, Arts and Design, Business and Finance, Building and Construction Community and Health Sciences, Computing and IT, English, Education and Teacher Training, Hospitality, Tourism and Events, Horticulture and Environment Sport, Fitness and Wellbeing Holmesglen offers courses at Certificate level right through to degrees. They have a fully functional private hospital on campus to teach nurses and other allied health workers. Ask how to get into nursing. Lots of free TAFE courses on offer. Ask where are the campuses? What is the cost of other non-funded TAFE courses? Amazing new facilities like the Tunnelling centre to train thousands of local workers. A new $16 million Victorian Tunnelling Training Centre at Holmesglen’s Chadstone campus will include a replica tunnel with a full-height entrance, three multi-purpose engineering workrooms and training facilities including tunnel shaft and concrete lining spray simulators, as well as virtual reality experiences. Ask about how to get involved in this. They also partner with St. Kilda Football club for internships and work experience. Ask? Specialists in hospitality, trades, business are design. Can you study TAFE after you complete VCAL? Do you require a score for TAFE? Also ask about the VET programs they offer students whilst at school.

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36 Kangan Institute

Kangan is government funded TAFE and has some wonderful courses to offer. When it comes to learning about automotive, few facilities rival our Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE) Campus in the Docklands. Put simply, it’s one of the best pathways into the auto industry. With the Victorian Urban Award of Excellence and a five-star green rating, the facility is now a major player in Auto Technology. It incorporates: World-class vehicle and engine testing facilities. New workshop spaces. A purpose-built auto electrical lab. The campus is also a short stroll away from many of Melbourne’s major retail, service and manufacturing industries. Ask about their racing car program. For something different is the Centre for Fashion and Creative Industries with a range of innovative programs in fashion, fashion business (buyer/forecasting), millinery, interior design, hair and beauty are delivered. Our boutique campus in Richmond attracts students and industry participants from traineeships, diplomas, advanced diplomas right through to customised industry programs. Ask what you need for entry to these courses. Are there many males studying these courses? What are the employment outcomes like? Cost of the course?

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37 Chisholm TAFE

Government funded - Ask about the new free TAFE courses. You apply direct to Chisholm and not through VTAC - how? Do I need Year 12 for TAFE courses? Do you offer VCAL? Tell me about the new sports complex at Berwick. Many of VET students study at Chisholm whilst at school – ask what programs these are? Find out about pathways into university. Art and Design, Automotive and Logistics, Building Trades Business, Community Services, Computer Technology, Early Childhood Education and Care, Employment Preparation and Foundation, Engineering and Electronics, Hair, Beauty and Make-up, Health, Higher Education, Horticulture and Conservation, Hospitality and Events, Short Courses, Sport, Fitness and Massage VET Delivered to Secondary Students, Years 11 and 12 / VCE and VCAL

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38 William Angliss Institute

William Angliss is the leader in hospitality and tourism courses. Courses include: Food - patisserie, commercial cookery, culinary management. Tourism - aviation, travel, guiding, resort management. Hospitality - Management, Resort and Hotel Management and Event Management. William Angliss Institute is the Government endorsed specialist training provider for the foods, tourism, hospitality and events industries. Ask about their short courses run during school holidays like, Advanced Espresso, Puff Daddy, Le Patisserie, Ready 4 Work, Responsible Service of Alcohol, Food Handlers, ABC of Expresso Making, Introduction to Cake Decoration. Ask how to apply for their courses, what courses combine training with work and costs.

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39 RMIT

RMIT is unique in that it is a university and a VET (TAFE) provider so that means you can start with a VET course and then (with credit) move into a second year of a degree course more easily. Ask about the pathways options for all their courses. S. Find out about the great facilities in their City Campus. What ATAR scores do you need for various courses? Prerequisites. For many business courses, RMIT offer applied courses which simply means you venture into the workforce for a full year as part of your course. It adds on one year, but the experience is exceptional and assists with employment at the end of your degree. Scores are higher for these degrees. Ask. Find out which courses require more than an ATAR score - folio of work, interview etc. This means that they value your potential rather than just look at your ATAR. Browse areas of interest Architecture- Design the cities of the future and shape our world. LEARN MORE Art - Develop your art practice in RMIT’s purpose-built studios. LEARN MORE Biomedical sciences - Get real experience through clinical placements. LEARN MORE Building - Gain skills to design, finance and manage urban spaces. LEARN MORE Business - Work on industry projects and grow your network. LEARN MORE Communication - Develop skills in a changing media landscape. LEARN MORE Design - Push creative boundaries and set design standards. LEARN MORE Education - Develop skills for classrooms of the future. LEARN MORE Engineering - Gain practical experience working on real projects. LEARN MORE Fashion - Challenge ideas to develop innovative fashion. LEARN MORE Game design - Create characters and digital worlds for any platform. LEARN MORE Health science - Study in purpose-built clinics, labs and classrooms. LEARN MORE Information technology - Push limits with a globally recognised qualification. LEARN MORE Law Activate your passion for social justice. LEARN MORE Media - Study the news and create films, music and digital content. LEARN MORE Science - Develop in-demand skills for a constantly evolving world. LEARN MORE Social science - Make an impact and drive social change. LEARN MORE

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40 Latrobe University

With the opening of Eastlink, Latrobe University Bundoora Campus is closer than you think. As one of Australia's leading sports universities, they offer the largest range of courses with a focus on sport or applications in sport. Their students graduate Work-Ready with real world industry experience and exposure through placements, enabling them to have a positive impact on the Australian Sport Industry. Their students get access to exclusive learning environments and work experience opportunities through partnerships with world-class sporting organisations such as the AFL Players’ Association; Carlton Football Club; Melbourne City Football Club; and the Melbourne Rebels. Courses include: Dietetics, Exercise Physiology, Exercise science, Health Sciences (Sports Counselling and Athlete Welfare), Human Nutrition, Media and Communication (Sport Journalism), Outdoor Education, Physical Education, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Prosthetics and Orthotics ,Sport Management. Find out about the job prospects for these courses? What are the prerequisites for these courses, pathways into them if you don’t get the ATAR score, what do you study and how long are these courses? Is there work placements or industry traineeships offered? Scholarships? Arts, social sciences and communications, Business and commerce, Education and teaching, Health, IT and engineering, Law and criminology, Science

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41 Deakin

University Faculty of Health

Faculty students and researchers have access to the most advanced equipment available in the sports, nutrition, medicine and health fields. Highlights include: 3D GAIT Lab , Clinical Exercise Learning Centre, Food sensory labs , Cognitive Neuroscience Unit, Occupational therapy labs, Simulated nursing centres Elite Sports Precinct. All the courses we offer at the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences are grouped into 13 disciplines. Dietetics, Food and nutrition sciences, Health sciences, Health promotion, Human nutrition, Public health nutrition, Sports nutrition, Clinical exercise physiology, Exercise and sport science, Sport coaching, Sport development, Sport management, Physical activity and health. Ask about each facility and what course it relates to. Ranked #3 sport science school in the world, the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences is a leader in its field - Ask why and what would this mean to student's employments prospects? What career can you seek with a single Exercise Degree? Do I need to complete further study? What? You offer Medicine - prerequisites and selection into this course? Extensive Health science majors - can you explain what a major is? Is nursing still a great career pathway? Do you offer bonus points for male applicants into nursing? Visit the School of Health and Social Development Visit the School of Medicine Visit the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Visit the School of Psychology

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Deakin University Faculty of Science,

Engineering & Built

Environment

Find out more about studying in one of their wide range of study areas: Architecture and built Environment Engineering, Environment, Information technology & Sciences. You're also able to gain credit towards your degree by studying abroad, take part in industry-based internships, and get involved in peer mentoring or volunteering. How long is your architecture degree? Do students attend five days a week for their course? Do I need to be studying an arts subject (like Art, Visual Communication etc.) for architecture? What are the jobs prospects after completing a construction management degree? How long is the course and what ATAR score is required. What majors do you offer in science? Why don't you ask for any prerequisites? Find out more about studying in one of our wide range of study areas: Architecture and built environment, Engineering, Environment, Information technology, Sciences

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Deakin University Faculty of

Business & Law

What is the difference between your Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business? You have no prerequisites (other than English), why is this? Do you offer scholarships? What double degrees are offered with commerce and law? How long is a law degree? When I graduate from law degree, can I practice law straight away or do I need further study? Please explain. Is there good employment outcomes for law? Where do graduates of both commerce and law go for employment? Is it easy to find employment after these degrees? Our disciplines - Accounting, Arts and cultural management, Business analytics, Business consulting, Commerce. Corporate governance, eBusiness and supply, chain management, Economics, Event management, Finance, Financial planning, Health and human services management, Human resource management, Information systems, Innovation, International and community development, International trade and business, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Master of Business Administration, Organisational psychology, Project management, Property and real estate, Public relations, Public sector studies, Social media strategies, Sport management, Strategy and planning

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Deakin

University Faculty of Arts &

Education

Education has just gone through a huge change with selection. There is now a CASPER test for all teaching courses. Can you explain what this is? What if I don’t get the minimum 70? What pathways do you have into teaching? With an ARTS degree, what are the job outcomes for this type of degree? What major studies in an Arts degree do you offer? Is it harder to find employment from an Arts Degree? Ask them to explain this? What is a major? How do you know what to choose in an Arts Degree? Do you give any assistance? Should I study a double degree? Why? Do you offer overseas study or traineeships? Pathways through an associate degree If teaching is your dream career but you don't have Year 12 or the right ATAR score, a Deakin Associate Degree of Education is the answer. Successfully complete a two-year associate degree on campus and gain guaranteed entry into the Deakin Bachelor of Education, with 12 credit points of the degree already achieved. Find out more about pathways through Deakin

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45 Deakin University

Deakin University is fast becoming a top location for our students. Deakin is student friendly and has great on line resources with a huge range of course offerings. Some course ATARs start at 60 plus. Geelong and Warrnambool scores are lower. Ask why? Ask about living on campus, costs and benefits. What if I don’t get score into your courses what can I do? Can I transfer from Commerce into Commerce/Law if I don’t get score for law? What scholarships do Deakin offer? Can you explain what SEAS is and how does it help me with course selection? Can I transfer from Geelong campus to Deakin campus? What scholarships are offered at Deakin and how do I apply for these? Find out more about pathways through Deakin Browse courses by interest area Architecture and built environment Business Design Education and teaching Engineering English language courses Environment Food, nutrition and dietetics Health sciences and allied health Humanities, social sciences and languages Information technology Law Media, communication and creative arts Medicine Nursing and midwifery Psychology Sciences Sport

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