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HSC Free Study Sessions

Western Sydney University will be hosting free HSC Study Sessions during the first week of the September/October Holidays.

Over the week there are 26 sessions across 14 key HSC subject areas. These sessions will include content analysis, tips and strategies to support students in their preparation for the HSC Examinations.

The study sessions will commence on Monday the 26 of September and conclude on Friday the 30th of September. Year 12 Students are encouraged to click here to register.

ACU Year 12 Revision Webinars

ACU will be holding revision webinar sessions to assist Year 12 students with their HSC Examinations.

These revision webinars will be run by experienced Year 12 assessors and exam markers who will guide students through the revision process and assist students to respond to example exam questions. During the session students will gain some study tips and tricks and have an opportunity to participate in a 30 minute question and answer session.

The ACU Revision Webinar timetable is as follows:

Monday 5 September, 7 – 8.30pm

English Standard – Module C: The Craft of Writing

Tuesday 6 September, 7 – 8.30pm

English Advanced – Module C: The Craft of Writing

Wednesday 7 September, 7 – 8.30pm

Mathematics Standard 2 – Topics 1 and 2: Algebra and Measurement

Thursday 8 September, 7 – 8.30pm

Studies of Religion (1 unit) – One unit topic: Religion and Belief Systems in Australia

Monday 12 September, 7 – 8.30pm

Business Studies – Topics 3 and 4: Finance and Human Resources

Tuesday 13 September, 7 – 8.30pm

Legal Studies – Core 1 and 2: Crime and Human Rights

Click here to register for the ACU Revision Webinars.

Traineeships

The Australian Training Company is seeking Year 12 students who wish to pursue a Traineeship after completing their HSC. The traineeships are in the following areas:

Administration Officer - Certificate III in Financial Services

This traineeship is with a Credit Union located in Surry Hills and offers a wide range of financial products and services to its members. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to secure a permanent position and grow within the business.

Duties include:

• Manager member enquiries
• Develop strong business relations with key customers and members
• Process loans, mortgages and memberships
• Maintain database information

Marketing Administration Assistant Certificate III in Business 

This traineeship is with a Government Department and assists a dynamic team using your social media and graphic design skills. The team manages funding for education and training programs across NSW.

Duties include:

• Responding efficiently to telephone enquiries and email enquiries
• Efficient and accurate date entry
• Assisting with social media
• Providing a full range of administrative and clerical support services to the Marketing Team
• Performing other related duties and required

Warehouse - Store Person Certificate III in Supply Chain Operations

This traineeship is with the peak body organisation for water safety in NSW offering high quality training in CPR, First Aid and Aquatics.

Duties Include:

• Co-ordinating course materials for delivery
• Managing stock
• Efficient and accurate data entry
• Dispatch
• Customer Service

Students interested in applying for these traineeships are asked to send their resume and cover letter to Kathleen Latham at klatham@austrg.com.au

Students who need help with their application are encouraged to see Ms May.

UTS Scholarships

Applications are now open for the UTS Bachelor of Information Technology (Co-op) Scholarship and the Women in Engineering and IT Scholarship.

Scholarship applications will close on the 4th of September.

Click here to find out more information about the application process for the Bachelor of Information Technology (Co-op) Scholarship.

Click here to find out more information and the application process for the Women in Engineering and IT Scholarship.

The University of Sydney Future Innovators Awards

The University of Sydney Future Innovators Awards recognise and reward high achieving Year 12 students for their innovativeness, critical thinking and interest in business studies.

The Future Innovators Awards aim to recognise the visionary influencers of the future. Submit your business idea with local impact for a chance to receive a cash voucher and award from the University of Sydney.

Future Innovators Awards winners who commence their studies at the University of Sydney Business School in 2023 will also be considered for a Sydney Scholars Award valued at $6,000.

Applications close on September 30.

Click here for more information and the application process.

The University of Sydney Portfolio Admission

The portfolio submission is a potential way for students to gain entry into architecture and design computing degrees. 

The portfolio admission process allows students to show their design skills and creativity. Students who are expecting to achieve an ATAR five points lower than the published ATAR are encouraged to submit a portfolio.

Applications close on September 15.

Click here for more information and the application process.

ADFA Open Day

The Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) will be holding an Open Day on campus in Canberra and virtual for those who can not visit Canberra. 

 When: Saturday 20 August

 Time: 9am to 4pm

 Where: ADFA Campus, Northcott Drive, Campbell, ACT

At ADFA, students can kick-start their careers with the Australian Defence Force and gain a fully paid, world-class degree from the University of New South Wales. Students will receive military training, plus earn a salary while they study. Upon graduation, students walk straight into a job - HECS-HELP debt-free.

UNSW Defence Degrees are in the following areas:

• Business
• Science
• Engineering & IT
• Humanities and Social Sciences

Interested students are encouraged to click here for Open Day information and here for Virtual Open Day and to register for Defence information.

Australian Institute of Music

Australian Institute of Music (AIM) invites students to attend their Open Day on Saturday the 27th of August commencing at 10am and concluding at 3pm. Open Day is a great opportunity to get a taste of what studying at the Australian Institute of Music will be like.

At Open Day students will be able to:

• Check out our world-class campus and studio facilities - they’re a must-visit
• Chat with our network of industry experts, from label reps to artist managers
• Attend masterclasses by award-winning producers and musicians
• Watch our triple-threat Music Theatre students prepare for a show

AIM offers the following Music courses:

Bachelor of Music (Contemporary)

Bachelor of Music (Composition and Production)

Bachelor of Music (Audio)

Bachelor of Music (Music Theatre)

Bachelor of Music (Classical)

AIM offers an Early Entry Program. Applications close 31st August.

Interested students are encouraged to click here to register for Open Day. Students wishing to apply for the Early Entry Program are encouraged to click here 

Excelsia College

Excelsia College invites students to ‘A Day in the Life’ of an Excelsia College student at their next Open Day to be held on the 27th of August. 

The day will run from 10am to 3pm, featuring information on courses, panel discussions, delicious food, and live performances.

Excelsia College offers courses in the following areas:

• Dramatic Art
• Music              
• Screen Productions Programs
• Early Childhood Education

The Open Day will be an opportunity to meet the lecturers, current students and join in campus tours.

Click here to register your interest in attending the ‘A Day in the Life’ of an Excelsia College student event.