In this issue

Whilst recently reading an article ‘What are Soft Skills and Why are they Important?’ by Jay Munro, the following resonated with me for our students:

“Developing your soft skills is mostly about being open-minded, perceptive and having a willingness to adapt.  Specifically, it means seeking to change your behaviours in different situations by reflecting on past experiences and continuing to learn from the things that happen around you.”

As our Year 12s approach their choices for 2020 and beyond, it is important to remember that whatever ‘plan’ is in place today, may be very different tomorrow, next week, next year!  Knowing that there are always ‘ways and means’ to realise a future pathway, can sometimes be daunting – but can also be exciting at the same time, if we can be open-minded and adapt our plans on how to get there.

Whatever transpires in the coming weeks, having the ability to stand back and look at how this can be achieved, listen and learn from other people’s advice and adapt to a new (and who knows – it may be an even better!) plan, may be the first step to a whole new and wonderful experience!

This is an exciting time for not just Year 12s but also other students who are embarking on a ‘change of plan’ for 2020 – we wish them all the best!  Keep that ‘open-mind’ attitude and embrace everything that comes your way!

Mrs Deb Cumming
Head of Careers

UPCOMING CAREER EVENTS

The Melbourne Extracurricular Summit:  The summit is ideal for students in Year 7 and above and their families who would like to learn about extracurricular activities they can engage in outside of school.  Students will learn from inspiring speakers, come away with practical tips to finding their passion and hear student case studies to help them rethink how they approach their current and future extracurricular activities all in time for the summer holidays!
When:  Saturday 9 November, 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Where:  Trinity Grammar School, Kew
Information and RSVP:  https://bit.ly/2MTxpfx

Medical Interview Training:  Year 12 students who have applied for medicine may be shortlisted for an interview.  Several private companies offer training sessions for students who would like to prepare for the interview process.  Check the links for the following companies for dates running in the Melbourne area.
NB:  St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School does not promote or endorse any company – this is provided for parent and student information only

MedEntry, https://bit.ly/2NqYLsi
NIE, https://bit.ly/2Psi1sb
iCanMed, https://bit.ly/349IoHn

Discovering Rail Careers:  The Rail Academy Newport is running an information session for students who would like to learn about exciting careers in rail and work opportunities.
When:  Wednesday 20 November, 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
Where:  Rail Academy Newport, Shea Street, Newport, Victoria
Information and RSVP:  1800 105 105
Website:  https://bit.ly/2pmheOQ

Open Days at Holmesglen Institute:  Open days will be held at Holmesglen on Thursday 28 November.  The institute will showcase the TAFE and university courses on offer in the following departments:
• Arts and Design
• Business and Finance
• Building and Construction
• Community and Health Sciences
• Computing and IT
• Education and Training
• Hospitality, Tourism and Events
• Horticulture and Environment
• Sport, Fitness and Wellbeing
For information on locations, courses within each department and to register go to, https://bit.ly/2MTYYFx

Residential Indigenous Science Experience (RISE) Program:  The University of Melbourne and GTAC are proud to present the seventh annual RISE program, a week long residential program to provide indigenous middle-years students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
When:  Monday 2 to Saturday 7 December 2019
Cost:  No cost to the participant
Accommodation:  Will be provided
Information and RSVP:  https://bit.ly/2qMuywb

Whitehouse Institute of Design:  A private college in Melbourne and Sydney offering a Bachelor of Design and Master of Design.  Majors in the Bachelor of Design include:
• Creative Direction and Styling
• Interior Design
• Fashion Design
The institute is running their annual graduate exhibition and runway in December and prospective students are invited to attend.  You will be able to view the work of graduating students and speak to course advisers and current students.
When:  Saturday 7 December
Where:  Whitehouse Institute of Design, 672 Bourke Street, Melbourne.
Information and RSVP:  https://bit.ly/33eSDtR

VCE Summer School:  The University of Melbourne Student Union is running their annual two-week VCE Summer School at the Parkville Campus.  This is fantastic program, offering one-on-one tutoring, workshops, lectures, take home VCE preparation materials and social activities.
Cost is $219 which covers most activities.  Rural students can apply to stay at St Hilda’s College for the two weeks for a cost of $419, which includes meals and activities.
When:  6 to 17 January 2020
Where:  The University of Melbourne, Parkville
Information and RSVP:  https://bit.ly/2NB6KTZ
Apply by:  Friday 6 December

Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE):  A private college located in Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney and Adelaide, offering courses in:
• 3D Animation and VFX for Film
• Game Art and Animation
• Game Programming
• Game Design and Production
The academy invites prospective students to participate in the following upcoming events.  You will be able to speak to course advisers and learn about each study area.

What:  On-campus Open Day
When: Saturday 16 November, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Where:  AIE, Tower 4, Atrium Level, World Trade Centre, Siddeley Street, Melbourne.
Information and RSVP:  https://bit.ly/2PExoOp

What:  Online Experience Day
When:  Saturday 23 November, 12:00 noon to 3:30 pm
Where:  Online
Information and RSVP:  https://bit.ly/2JJqOm0

Macleay College

Macleay College is a private institute in Melbourne and Sydney offering tertiary courses in study areas such as:
• Advertising and Digital Media
• Digital Entrepreneurship
• Digital and Social Media Marketing
• Coding and Analytics
• User Experience Design
• Content Writing, Content Creation
• Business and Marketing
• Entrepreneurship
• Sports Business
• Public Relations
• Event Management
• Travel and Tourism
• Journalism
• Accounting
From 2020 Macleay will be reducing their course fees.  For information, contact Joel Forde at Macleay, jforde@macleay.edu.au

Interesting articles from Careers with STEM

What careers are there in cybersecurity?  Cybersecurity is a booming career area and with a massive fifty plus job titles in the industry there are stacks of opportunities for recent computer science graduates.  We have rounded up some of the most exciting roles to consider, https://bit.ly/2qP8Ibq
A day in the life of an ethical hacker:  Thinking like a hacker and playing ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ is all in a day’s work for CBA graduate Rhiannon Nee-Salvador.  We hunt down her work schedule, so we can suss what a pen tester does from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, https://bit.ly/2BUlDLD
Wellness 2.0:  A list of exciting HealthTech careers:  With seventy-eight per cent of us hitting up Google for health-related information, it is no secret that digital developments in healthcare have revolutionised the way we seek, consume and use medicine.  Here, we look at some of the areas where technology is creating exciting opportunities, for both our health and our jobs, https://bit.ly/36bl5Pv
Quiz:  How can you use your STEM skills in a health career?  Careers in health may conjure up images of hospitals and clinics, but there are so many more opportunities for health workers outside of these stereotypes. How can you help with health?  Your career options are endless, https://bit.ly/2PtsGmg

Articles from the Australian Careers Service (ACS)

Open Universities Australia recently released a report called “The Definitive Guide to Future-Proofing Your Career”.  Australian Careers Service has analysed the report and summarised the findings for you.  They explored the following five key findings:
• Unexpected industries will boom
• Human-centric skills will be in high-demand
• Personal branding will be big
• Skilled humans will be in shortage
• Micro-credentials will be a must
To read the summary by Australian Careers Service and the full report by Open Universities Australia go to, https://bit.ly/2MTLZnh

Australian university rankings:  The Good Universities Guide has released their annual report on rankings and ratings of Australian universities.  This information is important for school students and their families when considering post school study options.  To read a summary of the findings by Australian Careers Service and the full report by the Good Universities Guide go to, https://bit.ly/2pZGsmc

The best Australian workplaces of 2019:  Great Place to Work has recently released their annual “Fifty Best Places to Work” report.  To read a summary of the report from Australian Careers Service and to download the report go to, https://bit.ly/2Jz3rLQ

Looking for casual or part-time employment?

Join the newsletter email list at Explore Careers to receive updates from employers such as Coles, Cotton On and McDonald’s, http://bit.ly/2yhOJ88

Preparing for exams

The following articles have been taken from Deakin ‘this’, https://bit.ly/2CYPdlB
• Exam tips from high achieving Year 12s
• Effective ways to memorise for exams
• How to succeed in your final exams
• Take notes and ace your exams

Five phone apps to download now to avoid procrastination, https://bit.ly/31YMq3Q

Have you considered studying neuroscience?

Neuroscience is the study of how the brain and nervous system impact behaviour, actions and cognitive thinking.  Students can specialise in areas such as behavioural neuroscience, neuroimaging, social neuroscience, molecular neuroscience and neuro-linguistics to name a few.
Research is undertaken in areas such as music, sport, schizophrenia, epilepsy, stroke, Alzheimer’s Disease and Huntington’s Disease.  Studying neuroscience would suit students who are interested in science, research and lab work.  It is advisable to study subjects such as advanced mathematics, biology, chemistry, psychology and physics at school.  To become a neurologist or neurosurgeon, you will need to study a medical degree first.  Victorian universities are leaders in the fields of neuroscience and neuropsychology research.  The following are two universities that offer neuroscience as a major at the undergraduate level:

Swinburne University:  You can major in Neuroscience through the Bachelor of Health Science and Bachelor of Health Science (Professional), http://bit.ly/2hrMt42

The University of Melbourne:  You can major in Neuroscience through the Bachelor of Biomedicine or the Bachelor of Science, http://bit.ly/2rWjXhe

Work Experience:  Years 9 and 10 students can apply to undertake a week of work experience at the Melbourne Neuroscience Institute.  Students need to apply between December and January and successful applicants will complete the work experience in 2020, http://bit.ly/2yhXxem

The Melbourne Brain Centre:  Read about the research undertaken by the centre and services at this link, https://bit.ly/2PsOXkh

Resource Engineering at Monash

Monash University offers the Bachelor of Renewable Energy Engineering (Honours) at the Clayton Campus.  Students can choose to specialise in one of the following streams – Mining or Renewable Energy.  Graduates will take a leading role in solving complex, multidisciplinary engineering problems to help sustain the future supply of the world’s natural resources.  To explore this exciting course go to, http://bit.ly/2dh4PTt

Free study skills subjects

Charles Sturt University offers free online subjects for students who would like to brush up on their skills, prepare for university study, extend their learning and challenge themselves.  Examples of subjects include:
• Getting ready for university study
• Essay writing and academic writing
• Critical thinking
• Maths (intermediate and advanced)
• Preparation for teaching Maths (for students interested in studying education)
• Introductory subjects in Chemistry, Physics, Bioscience and Anatomy
For information and to enrol in a free online subject go to, https://bit.ly/2Psh7fe

Interested in studying law in the future?

Secondary school students interested in studying the Juris Doctor at The University of Melbourne in the future can subscribe to the “Future Law” newsletter.  This will allow prospective students to be kept up to date about special events, key application dates, news and more within the Melbourne Law School.  To subscribe go to, http://bit.ly/2eXFxg8

Built Environment at Deakin University

Prospective students can bookmark the Faculty of Architecture and Built Environment blog and follow the work of Deakin students, lecturers and alumni.  You can bookmark the page at this link, http://bit.ly/2znXzO2

Interesting articles from ‘The Footnotes’

Marketing, Public Relations and Events careers, https://bit.ly/2PZvWmZ
• On the phone with a publicist
• The real world of advertising and media
• Fast five with a social media manager
• What does a marketing and events manager do?
• ‘I want to work in media’ means you will be doing one of these five jobs
• TV publicist’s career ladder from eighteen to thirty-four years of age
• A day in the life of a festival organiser

Engineering careers, https://bit.ly/2yGD3di
• What is bioinformatics and bioengineering?
• Inside Civil Engineering with Charles Sturt University
• Inside an environmental engineering office
• A day in the life of a chemical engineer
• What’s chemical engineering?
• Aerospace engineering at University of NSW: What is it?
• Fitting and Turning: Why I picked it

Have you considered studying nanotechnology?

Nanotechnology is the engineering and manipulation of extremely small matter and is one of the fastest growing areas of technology and scientific research.  The degree suits students who love Maths, Physics, Biology and Chemistry and would like to work in the field of material and physical sciences.  The following are examples of three courses you can study in Victoria:

La Trobe University:  Bachelor of Science with a major in Nanotechnology, https://bit.ly/2WoXVjR  Watch the video ‘Decoding Nano’ here, http://bit.ly/2gykJtn

RMIT:  Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology)/Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences), http://bit.ly/2gCs3YK  Read Karen’s story here, http://bit.ly/2zKFjPR

RMIT:  Approved Bachelor degree in an area such as Science or Engineering/Master of Nanotechnology and Smart Materials, http://bit.ly/2n7O1TW

A future without change

Monash University is hosting an exciting activation at Federation Square.  You are invited with your family to travel with Monash to the future to be immersed in an interactive experience of what a Future Without Change might look like.  This is a terrific opportunity for you to learn about today’s challenges as well as some of the incredible and change-making research Monash is undertaking to ensure a better tomorrow
When:  19 and 20 November
Information:  https://bit.ly/2JQN8Kw

Looking for a job?

Writing resumes and cover letters:  Youth Central has free resources designed to assist young people in developing resumes, cover letters and cold calling letters.  Students can also get tips and information on where to find work, how to get a job, the job interview process and starting and/or finishing a job, https://bit.ly/2RGiViP

Get a Tax File Number (TFN):  You apply for a TFN through the Australian Tax Office.  Follow the steps at this link, https://bit.ly/1HCzGOv

Your rights at work:  Find out about your rights and responsibilities as a young worker, rules about unpaid work, junior pay rates, hours of work, probation, the age you can start work and how to resolve issues in the workplace at this link, https://bit.ly/1Svl7DP

Accounting career articles from ‘The Footnotes’

• Working at Deloitte
• How to get a graduate job at a bank
• How to become a Chartered Accountant
• Inside an accounting cadetship
• On the phone with:  Someone who works in sales at Macquarie Bank
• Finance degrees and accounting degrees are different – here’s how
• Creative?  Why you should consider accounting
• Forensic Accounting – a look into a life of crime
You can access all articles at this link, http://bit.ly/2yxxLD3

Defence Force Career Events

NOVEMBER
12:  Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) Information Session
14:  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ADF Careers Information Session
20:  Defence Careers Information Session
26:  Navy Careers Information Session
For information and to RSVP your place go to, https://bit.ly/2WpjzEB

Moving out of home next year?

Year 12 students who may need to move out of home to access post school education, employment or training may find a recent article by the Foundation for Young Australians helpful.  The article discusses important information about renting, understanding your rights, dealing with conflict with housemates and knowing your obligations as a tenant.  You can access the article here, https://bit.ly/2JLs4VA

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

We know that VET studies are a fantastic subject choice for many secondary school students.  The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority has developed several videos about VET subjects as part of their ‘Get VET’ initiative.  You can watch videos about the following VET subjects:
• Music Industry
• Electrical
• Building and Construction
• Hair and Beauty
• Health
• Hospitality
• Laboratory Skills
• Sport and Recreation
Whilst not all schools offer these VET subjects, it is still interesting to watch students develop their passions and aspirations through studying VET, https://bit.ly/2NzQUJf

Careers in Agriculture Competition

Students in Years 7 to 11 are invited to enter the 2019 National AgDay Careers Competition.  You will need to:
• Create an online Lego character working in agriculture and describe the post school education required to work in that occupation
• Write a ‘Day in the life’ snapshot of what you envision a day or week in your chosen career will entail
Applications are due Monday 11 November.  For information and to enter the competition go to, https://bit.ly/2oHg6F5

Recommended career websites from My Career Match

The STARportal makes the connections that inspire young people to explore, discover and create by offering the most comprehensive collection of STEM activities and providers, https://bit.ly/34ALswx

The P-TECH pilot is an innovative model of education-industry collaboration that provides students studying for their Secondary Secondary Certificate with an industry supported pathway to a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree, https://bit.ly/33mUKfd

Course Seeker:  Study the course that is right for you.  Thousands of on-campus and online courses across Australia in one place, https://bit.ly/2PN8nR7

With ComparED, you can explore and compare the quality of higher education institutions and study areas you are interested in, based on the experiences of others, https://bit.ly/2NKq6Gg

Robots at the Gate:  Employers want employees who are tech savvy, collaborate, communicate and have problem-solving skills.  That being the case, where do our students learn these attributes, how and who will teach them these life skills.  “Robots at the Gate” is a good read about humans and technology at work, https://bit.ly/2S46Swu

Career Portfolio

Career portfolio for students:  This portfolio is great for students who would like to track their career journey, get tips on how to manage their career and have a portfolio of evidence.  There are five sections to this portfolio to be used to gather evidence in building a career portfolio.  The portfolio costs $15 and can be ordered at this link, https://bit.ly/2yPW50P

Electrical Apprenticeship – Warragul

Phazer:   June Court Warragul, are offering an electrical apprenticeship for 2020.  They are looking to trial applicants leading up to Christmas this year.  If interested, please contact the company on 5622 2866 for further details.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

NOVEMBER

• 2 to 10:  Photography Studies College Graduate Exhibition, Photography Studies College, Fitzroy, https://bit.ly/2pIqWL4

• 9:  The Melbourne Extracurricular Summit, Crimson Education, Kew, https://bit.ly/2MTxpfx

• 12:  Deakin Accelerate Information Webinar, Deakin University, online, https://bit.ly/2p0912o

• 12 to 22:  PaperSpace 2019, Exhibition of Architecture, Deakin University, Geelong Waterfront Campus, https://bit.ly/2PGd7rL

• 16:  Open Day, Academy of Interactive Entertainment, Melbourne, https://bit.ly/2PExoOp

• 19 and 20:  A Future Without Change, Monash University, Federation Square, Melbourne, https://bit.ly/2JQN8Kw

• 20:  Discovering Rail Careers, Rail Academy, Newport, 1800 105 105, https://bit.ly/2pmheOQ

• 23:  Online Experience Day, Academy of Interactive Entertainment, https://bit.ly/2JJqOm0

• 26:  Information Evening, The Hotel School Melbourne, Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, https://bit.ly/32BzQJd

• 27:  Engineering and IT Showcase, La Trobe University, Bundoora, https://bit.ly/2P9v3uE

• 27 to 29:  The ConocoPhillips Science Experience, The University of Melbourne, Dookie Campus, Years 9 and 10 students, https://bit.ly/2ap3Cau

• 28:  Monash Peninsula Student Experience Day, Monash University, Peninsula Campus, Years 10 and 11 students, https://bit.ly/33JZHPc