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As we navigate unprecedented times, tertiary providers and industry have adapted the delivery of their programs to meet the ever-changing needs of Victorian students. Some providers are offering virtual Open Days and are also allowing you the chance to sign up to receive ongoing course updates.
Please find attached a document that includes the programs that each tertiary provider has developed. I will update you on any further programs as they are released.
VCE and Careers Expo - Online Seminars
Although the annual VCE and Careers Expo at Caulfield Racecourse has been cancelled for 2020, organisers have moved forward with the seminar program, albeit remotely. Presenters from tertiary providers and industry representatives have prepared high quality presentations focusing on study options and career pathways.
To access these free seminars, students should visit: VCE and Careers Expo – Online Seminars
Username: seminaraccess
Password: Euug853ux (case sensitive i.e. capital E)
I would strongly encourage all CGS students (Year 7 – 12) to take advantage of this wonderful initiative.
Webinar/s: Federation University
From Monday 11 May, Federation University is offering a free webinar series for prospective students. Topics include:
- Explore your career and study options
- Your pathway, your future
- Visual & Fine Arts: preparing your folio
To attend, please register via the Federation University website: Your Fed Future – webinar.
Early Admissions Programs (Latrobe and Australian Catholic University) – Year 12 students
Latrobe University
Latrobe University (Aspire) offers an Early Admissions Program that rewards students for their involvement in leadership or volunteer work in their school and/or community. Successful applicants receive an early conditional offer to La Trobe, so you could know early on if there is a spot for you in your dream course.
How to apply for Aspire: Visit www.latrobe.edu.au/aspire
Applications open: 1 May 2020
Australian Catholic University (ACU)
The Community Achiever Program (CAP) was previously named the Early Achievers’ Program (EAP). The program offers future students who are active in their community early entry to their undergraduate course of choice. It also provides opportunities to enhance leadership and volunteering skills.
How to apply for Aspire: Visit https://www.acu.edu.au/study-at-acu/admission-pathways/i-volunteer-regularly
Applications open: 1 May 2020
Webinar: Economic and Industry Impact – COVID-19
IBIS World has released a free Economic and Industry Impact webinar. The webinar provides a detailed overview of the impact on GDP and similarly, the sectors that will be impacted by COVID-19. The webinar is approximately 30 minutes long however it is well worth a listen. Industries most affected include: Tourism, Education (Higher Education), Agriculture.
To access this webinar, visit: IBIS World – Impact on industries around the World.
This knowledge allows our students (and their parents/guardians) to make informed decision regarding their career pathways, moving forward.
Support for the broader CGS community (parents & guardians)
As indicated in the last Discovery Newsletter, I am committed to sharing useful resources (websites, webinars and employment programs) that may support any members of the Casey Grammar School community who have lost their job or are facing job uncertainty. One such employment program is the Working for Victoria program, a Victorian Government initiative (in partnership with Sidekicker).
The $500 million ‘Working for Victoria’ initiative helps Victorians, including people who have lost their jobs due to the economic impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19), find new work opportunities. To apply for the program, visit https://www.vic.gov.au/workingforvictoria
Mrs Sarah Blythman
Head of Careers and Student Pathways
