Careers Corner

Next Tuesday (12 April) all of the Year 12 students should receive an email from UAC (The Universities Admissions Centre) with a PIN and login information on how to access and register.  This is the main pathway into university from school.  If any student did not receive this email, then it is important that they email or contact me so that I can help with access.  Obviously, if a student is definitely NOT interested in a university pathway, they do not need to register.  It costs $70 to register before 30 September and $200 to register after this date.  There is quite a bit of time to decide on preferences etc.

UAC PIN and Applying

Students must use their Year 12 student number (NESA Number) and UAC PIN to apply so that they can be identified as a Year 12 student.  If students don’t use their student number when applying they will not appear on the school’s data spreadsheet available on “School Hub”.

Each student can put down five preferences.  It is worth noting that not all university courses are available at this stage and more will become available as the year progresses.

If the students did NOT get an email, they need to contact UAC in one of the following ways:

UAC Contact Numbers

The call centre is fully operational, and the friendly team is standing by to take calls Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.  Livechat and email through the website also continue to be available:

From a landline: 1300 275 822
From a mobile: 02 97520200

If you are still having difficulty, then please contact me preferably via email so that I can assist.  I will be checking my emails in the second week of the holidays.

It is imperative that ALL STUDENTS have access to their NESA information and records.  This is where they can access their HSC timetables etc.

All Year 12 students have been emailed with relevant information regarding UAC.  The information has also been placed in the Careers OneNote.

Students in Year 12 who might be considering careers in medicine or dentistry post-school need to register for the “UCAT” (University Clinical Aptitude Test ANZ).

Important UCAT ANZ 2022 Dates

Candidates taking the UCAT ANZ in 2022 for entry to universities in Australia and New Zealand in 2023 should note these key dates (deadline times are in AEST - Australian Eastern Standard Time): 

Please log on to the UCAT website for specific information.  There are free practice tests on this website to assist with preparation:

Manning Health Centre Workshop

There is an upcoming workshop at the Manning Health Centre on 27 April which will give the students interested in Medicine or Dentistry valuable information.  Please see below:

The University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health (UONDRH) in Taree will be running an Information Night about Entry to Medical School on Wednesday, 27 April.

We would like to invite any Year 9, 10, 11 or 12 students who are interested in Medicine or a pathway to a Medicine career and those who have applied for UCAT.

Parents and carers are more than welcome to attend.

Participants at the workshop will hear from:

• Senior Medicine lecturers
• Medicalstudents on rural clinical placements
• Past students who have graduated and now work in the area as Junior Medical Officers

Topics covered:

• Medicalschool entry processes & programs
• Preparing for UCAT
• Life as amedical student

The workshop will include a hands-on simulation activity and a Q&A session with light refreshments.

An email has been sent to all students in Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 with the link to register for this.  Please let me know if you would like any assistance.

Newcastle University Open Day

I have been contacted by Newcastle University regarding an Open Day for our students to be held early June.  The details are being finalised and I will email information as soon as I receive confirmation of dates and times from University of Newcastle.

UoN has also sent links to register for upcoming information webinars.  They are as follows:

Wednesday 11 May – Joint Medical Program (JMP) Info Session 

Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm

Click here to register 

The Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (MD - JMP) is an innovative five-year degree that will prepare you for an exciting and rewarding medical career. Delivered in partnership with the University of New England, Hunter New England Local Health District and Central Coast Local Health District our students’ graduate ready to play a key role in shaping and improving future health care for individuals and communities. Students enrolled at the University of Newcastle can preference two different first year locations now, opening the opportunity to study closer to home. This session will look at the JMP program and admission criteria, pathways and study locations, whilst getting firsthand experiences from current students and academics. You will have the chance to hear from leading academics who teach into the program, as well as current students and junior doctors. Lots of opportunity for small group discussion. We hope to answer all your questions about medicine as a career! 

Wednesday 25 May – 2022 Parent Info Session: Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar 

Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm 

Click here to register 

Let us support you through the subject selection process with our 3 simple steps! We encourage both parents and students to register for this digital event. Presented by a panel of current Student Ambassadors who will share their stories and experiences, we cover the subject selection process (including our 3 simple steps on how to select your HSC subjects), as well as case studies and examples, and some general University information. 

Thursday 30 June – Parents and Carers Info Session 

Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm 

Click here to register  

We invite parents and carers of prospective university students to register for our webinar focussed on key admission dates, University ‘jargon’ explained, alternate pathways into university, fees, scholarships, and student support. This is a valuable session for parents and carers with students in Year 11 and 12. You will hear from Student Ambassadors sharing their stories about their transition from high school to university and their entry pathway. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions. 

Early Entry for Year 12

The University of New England (UNE), and the Australian National University (ANU) are open for Year 12 students to apply for Early Entry without going through UAC.  If you are interested, please go to the relevant university’s website and apply.  If you would like some assistance, please email me.

I have placed more information in the Year 12 Careers Team OneNote.  The first round of Early Entry for Charles Sturt University closed on 31 March and offers will come out in early May.  The second round of offer applications will close on 24 June.

Careers Adviser Appointments

I would also like to remind the Year 12 students to keep working on their resumes and to make an appointment to have a meeting with me.  Students can email me or write their names in a white space on the Timetable attached to my office door, and we can organise a time to do this.  To date I have had several meetings with students.  I am more than happy to talk to any student who would like some help with a resume or anything else relating to Careers.

Careers OneNote

As information comes to hand, I will email the relevant students and I will also be putting all information in their Careers OneNote.  This will relate to apprenticeships, traineeships, job vacancies, university information and open days, TAFE information and scholarships.  There is a tab in the Careers section titled Job Jump which has a great deal of up-to-date information.  All the students in Years 10, 11 and 12 have, or will have, access to this.

Australian Army Cadets/Charles Sturt University Visit

We were very fortunate to have two visitors to the school on Friday, 25 March.

LT (AAC) Phillip Arthur came and spoke to Years 7, 8 and 9 about the Australian Army Cadets. He gave a very interesting presentation, and it was wonderful to see the engagement of the students during his presentation. There were some very interesting questions from the students. We appreciate your time LT Arthur.

Caitlin Spencer from Charles Sturt University came to speak to the Year 12 students about all things university, especially with regard to CSU.  The Year 12s have informed me that it was an excellent presentation.  Thank you, Caitlin!

The latest information from CAA is as follows:

Course Changes & New Courses

Institute of Health and Nursing Australia No ATAR, no worries! An opportunity to study Healthcare Certificates and Diplomas completely online and guaranteed placements. ENROL ANY TIME! Call +61 2 8228 6405 or write to sreshti.nair@hci.edu.au. Diploma of Nursing, Diploma of Counselling, Certificate 4 in Disability, Certificate 3 in Pathology Collection. Visit

to know more.

New ACU Bachelor of Arts Archaeology Major In 2022, ACU is introducing an archaeology major to the Bachelor of Arts dedicated to the archaeology, history and languages of Ancient Israel. It will be delivered online and on campus, and students will have an opportunity to participate in an archaeological dig in Israel. Learn more:

Courses & Workshops for Students

Helping Hands Program Workshops geared towards senior school students, this program allows teams of students to help and learn about people in need by making working prosthetic hands that are donated to landmine victims. For more information, visit

email Andrew at info@helpinghandsprogram.com.au or call on 0432243372.

Water Works Program Students have fun, learn about, and change lives of people in the third world as they put together a working emergency water filter and produce artwork for a 'house' water filter. They are then donated to people in need in third world countries. You can even track where your filter ends up! For more information visit 

email info@waterworksprogram.com or call Andrew on 0432243372.

Paul Wade Life Skills Employability Skills & Personal Attributes Presentation by Former Socceroo Captain Paul Wade. Themes including Ownership & Resilience will be tailored to suit you, at your school, your day, your time and COVID safe. For more information, contact Val on 0408 219 482 or visit

Dr Edward Boyapati MedEntry UCAT Workshop by Dr Ray, Gastroenterologist at Monash Health. 4-Day Workshop which covers all 5 UCAT subtests, interviews, entry process etc. Formal Instruction & Group Learning. The program has been carefully crafted to cover the strategies for UCAT success, in a fun, engaging and interactive environment. Careers Teachers are welcome to attend at no cost.

University of New England Please SAVE THE DATE for UNE’s Open Day on Friday 6th of May. This will be a day filled with opportunities to gain insights into all aspects of UNE including academic, cultural & residential life. UNE aims to educate & engage prospective students so they are well equipped & supported to make informed decisions about their future. For more information visit:

UNSW Girls in Engineering (GIE) Club is running two FREE workshops in the April school holidays! Two exciting workshops are being held for high school girls in Years 7 – 12 in the April school holidays. UNSW Food Science Association runs the first workshop about mass manufacturing foods. The second workshop is run by UNSW CompClub and is a two-part introduction into Python coding and game development. More information:

Coastal OHS Services White Card Training on Campus Delivered  by trainers who know how to keep your students engaged and make this course a valuable experience for all. Email: info@coastalohs.com Phone: 02 4382 3055 Web:

William Angliss Institute Mark it in your diary! From 4.30pm - 6.00pm on Thursday 28 April, William Angliss Institute will be hosting Careers Event: Meet the Future 2022. Open to potential future students, this will be your chance to meet with the partners and kick-start your career in the hospitality industry. William Angliss will be in touch with more details soon, but for now, save the date! Find out more:

Engineers Australia 'Discover Engineering' 31 May Full Day of Activities for Years 7-10 Facilitated via Zoom with Engineers in your classroom. Design, build & test a plane to carry a load; Design & build a wind turbine to power a phone. Technical equip provided. Groups of 10-40 students. For more information and to register: 

Engineers Australia Winter Engineering School 2022 for Year 11 Students Mon 4-Friday 8 July visiting 5 Universities, 5 Engineering organisations,  meeting 100+ Engineers & Undergrads. Residential options available. Register expressions of Interest:

Engineers Australia QUICK CHATS Start Tuesday 24 May for Year 9-12 Video chat sessions – round table chats with Uni Students & Engineers from across the profession. What "sort" of Engineering? Which Uni? the Future of Engineering? Deep Dives. Student led QUICK CHATS: 7 undergrads, 7 engineers, 7 minutes!

iCanMed Free Holiday UCAT Webinars for Year 10-11 Students: Achieving medical/dental entry requires top scores in UCAT, ATAR & interviews - but preparing for all 3 assessments in Year 12 is almost impossible due to the workload. This webinar will explain what Yr 10-11 students can do now to best set themselves up for Yr 12 (+ live step-by-step UCAT teaching). Register:

Information Sessions for Students & Parents

UTS - University of Technology Sydney Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) Co-op Scholarship Information Webinar for 2023 applicants and parents.  Registrations (free) at:

For more info:  carin.alberts@uts.edu.au

Dr Edward Boyapati Free UCAT Bootcamp For Parents, Aspiring Medical Students and Careers Advisers Dr Ray, Gastroenterologist at Monash Health offers UCAT mini test, discusses medical interviews, admission process, life as a medical student, and career as a doctor. Watch this two hour Bootcamp from the comfort, convenience & security of your home at any time!

Sydney Design School Curious About a Creative Career in Interior Design? Sydney Design school is hosting an information session on Friday 8 April at 1pm. Join them at Sydney Design School 2/40 Oxley St, St Leonards. Register to attend in person or online via Zoom at sydneydesignschool.com The next intake for their on campus accredited career courses is July 2022 or you can start anytime with their online school Information Session & Open Day | Interior Design | Sydney Design School

ACU Talk with Series: Panel discussion where you will hear from ACU graduates across different professions including paramedics, physiotherapists, teachers, nurses and many more. Get helpful advice and find out what it’s like to work in your area of interest. Register for a session now:

Study at ACU: Entry and Pathways Webinar Join ACU online to have your questions answered about entry to ACU The webinar will outline the entry pathways, including the ACU Guarantee early offer program. The webinar is on Tuesday 24 May 2022 from 6.00pm – 6:30pm. Register now:

CQUniversity I Online Chat Session - Thursday, 28 April 3pm (AEST) Are your year 12s starting to think beyond high school? Invite them to join CQU's Online Chat Session at 3pm AEST on 28 April. Students will receive real-time answers from CQU staff on their course specific enquiries or help students explore their study options. Students can register now to receive an SMS reminder when the session is about to start

Western Sydney University The Discover Western Webinar ‘Exploring Western, Early Offer Programs, Pathways & More’ on Tuesday 5 April, will cover early offer, pathway programs, courses, and all the benefits of studying with Western to assist senior students in making informed decisions. Register

Charles Sturt University Parent Information Session Parents and students are invited to the online Parent Information Session where they'll receive the complete picture of their child's path from high school to uni. Walking through the application process, early offers, course information, accommodation, scholarships and more. Book here: study.csu.edu.au/parent-info

Job & Work Experience for Students

Letz Live Overseas Gap Year applications with Letz Live to close 17 April Positions available in the UK, New Zealand & Thailand for Jan 2023. Boarding and Camp Assistant roles available. Get in touch for more information

JMC Academy will be running an Animation and Games work experience week for Year 10, 11 and 12 students from the 23rd May to the 27th May! As there are limited spaces available, students are asked to fill out an application form. Applications close the 29th of April. More information can be found here

Resources for Students

Western Sydney University A wealth of resources for senior high school students is available on the Western Year 12 Student Info Hub It offers information on programs, how uni works, upcoming events and more. Visit the Hub here:

Skillsroad Revamp! Skillsroad has updated their website for jobseekers, students, teachers and Careers Advisers. The Skillsroad website is now mobile phone friendly and the Skillsroad platform has been updated with an updated career portal. Still accessible at the previous address,

the site has extensive resources and content aimed at empowering job seekers, wrapped up in an all new interface. Start your students on the path to career success with Skillsroad.

Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways

UTS - University of Technology Sydney Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) Co-op Scholarship Program online applications for 2023 now open:

For more information: carin.alberts@uts.edu.au

Western Sydney University Western’s upcoming Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Pathway Program assessment round is on 24 and 25 May 2022 This is an alternative entry pathway to Western for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more info, visit:

Charles Sturt University Applications for round one of the Charles Sturt Advantage early offer program closing this week Applications for round one of the Charles Sturt Advantage will close on 31 March 2022 with successful students receiving an offer in early May. Get more information and key dates on round two here:

Study Work Grow Want to find all of the Early Entry Programs in one place? The Early Entry Guide 2023 edition is out now from Study Work Grow. Covering every published Early Entry option available in Australia, it's the easy way to help students find out about the process, discover a suitable program, and apply. Teachers, email Rob Sattler on rob@studyworkgrow.com.au for a free copy today.

Teach NSW Applications for the FASTstream program are now open Apply for the FASTstream program and fast-track your path to school principalship. Participants receive ongoing coaching, mentorship and access to tailored professional development enabling them to lead the schools of the future within 10 years. Applications close 1 May 2022. To find out more, visit:

Traineeships, Cadetships, Apprenticeships - Information & Opportunities

Study Work Grow Missed the Cadetships Webinar last week? Here's the replay where Study Work Grow CEO, Lucy Sattler chats with Alister Wilkinson from Professional Cadetships Australia. Covering a lot of fantastic information about this entry path to the business world, you can watch the reply by clicking here:

Other News

Torrens University Australia – Sport for Good Developed in collaboration with human rights activist Craig Foster, these free online short courses explore sport’s growing responsibility to promote positive change. Investigate gender equality, climate action, anti-racism and more through the lens of sport and the eyes of athletes. Read more:

Western Sydney University Western Mid-Year entry applications are open, giving non-school leavers looking for undergraduate or postgraduate degree, the opportunity to start now their journey to reach their Unlimited potential. More information at

Work Experience

Please do not forget that if you are interested in doing Work Experience you need to come and see me to collect the paperwork.  Year 11 and Year 12 can do this at any time provided it does not clash with exams etc. Years 9 and 10 have to complete this during school terms.

Karen McCann
Careers/VET Adviser