From the Careers Counsellor
Free Online HSC Study Sessions
Western Sydney University will be offering free online HSC Study Sessions commencing Tuesday the 6th of October and concluding Friday the 9th of October.
These free online HSC Study Sessions are led by highly qualified and experienced educators who will give you the skills and knowledge to maximise your HSC results.
Each workshop will develop a solid understanding of HSC exam techniques, subject knowledge and HSC preparation skills.
Workshops will include:
2-hour content analysis and syllabus review:
Content analysis (including workbook)
Tips and strategies across all modules/topics
Detailed exploration of key syllabus areas
4-hour practice exam and deconstruction:
Sample 2-hour practice exam
Interactive webinar with a detailed analysis of each question, including provisions of annotations and exemplar responses/solutions
Online HSC Study Session Timetable:
Tuesday 6th October
English Advanced
English Standard
Wednesday 7 October
Mathematics Standard 2
Mathematics Advanced
Thursday 8 October
Modern History
Business Studies
Biology
Community and Family Studies
Chemistry
Geography
Friday 9 October
Legal Studies
PDHPE
Physics
To register visit the link below.
Western Sydney University Campus Tours
Western Sydney University will be hosting guided campus tours for students and their families to learn more about the course offerings at Western Sydney University.
You will be able to take a tour of the lecture theatres and teaching spaces, stroll through the campus libraries and visit some of the world-class facilities where students gain hands-on and practical experience. You will have an opportunity to speak with academic staff, current and past students while having the opportunity to learn more about the various degrees on offer, course selection, living on campus and university life.
Campus tours will run at the following times: 9am to 10.30am, 12pm to 1.30pm and 4pm to 5.30pm daily for the dates and campuses listed below.
Monday 30th November
Parramatta South Campus
Parramatta City Campus
Penrith Campus
Tuesday 1st December
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Wednesday 2nd December
Liverpool Campus
Bankstown Campus
Nirimba Campus
Thursday 3rd December
Parramatta South Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Friday 4th December
Penrith Campus
Bankstown Campus
Nirimba Campus
Saturday 5th December
Parramatta South Campus
Parramatta City Campus
Liverpool Campus
Sunday 6th December
Penrith Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Monday 7th December
Liverpool Campus
Bankstown Campus
Nirimba Campus
Tuesday 8th December
Parramatta South Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Wednesday 9th December
Liverpool Campus
Bankstown Campus
Nirimba Campus
Thursday 10th December
Parramatta South Campus
Penrith Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Friday 11th December
Penrith Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Bookings are essential - social distancing requirements will be adhered to and therefore places will be limited. Interested students should visit the link below to register.
Western Sydney University Campus Tours
UNSW Faculty of Engineering Admission Scheme (FEAS)
The University of New South Wales Faculty of Engineering Admissions Scheme (FEAS) will open on Monday the 21st of September.
The FEAS program is designed for Year 12 students thinking of applying for a University of New South Wales engineering degree (including surveying) in 2021 and who think they are likely to achieve an ATAR higher than 83.00.
Interested students need to follow the three step process:
- Submit a written response to four questions
- Why you would like to be an engineer
- What is it that attracts you to Engineering at UNSW and the Engineering field
- What relevant experience you have had, for example computer programming, model building, design projects, part-time job, work experience
- Anything else you would like to share that is not covered in the responses above
- Attach a Year 12 School Report
- Upload a short video
To find out more about the program, and to apply, click here
Applications close on Monday the 30th of November at 11am.
Employment Opportunity
Established in 1977, Bradnam’s Windows & Doors is the leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of aluminium windows, aluminium doors, shower screens, insect screens, security screens, glass splashbacks, sliding wardrobe doors and mirrors in Australia. Bradnam’s Windows & Doors enjoy a reputation for excellence in product innovation, reliability and outstanding customer service.
The manufacturing facility in Kings Park is seeking to employ recent Year 12 graduates who are wishing to enter the workforce. Students studying Construction or Design and Technology as part of their HSC or have a strong interest working with wood, metal and plastics are encouraged to apply.
This is a casual position and offers flexibility for students to combine work with any other study pursuits. Interested students are encouraged to see Ms May for further information and application details.
Transport for NSW Scholar Program
Successful applicants can work across all aspects of Transport for NSW including Sydney Trains, NSW TrainLink, Sydney Metro and State Transit Authority (Sydney Buses) across NSW, including metropolitan and regional locations. Employees will have the opportunity to work on projects such as the Parramatta Light Rail project.
As well as helping to deliver key projects and services that impact on the community, successful applicants will benefit from:
- Tailored training and on-the-job development
- Work on real projects and cutting edge technology while learning from industry experts
- Young Professionals Network (YPN) – networking and special monthly events
- Flexible working arrangements including flexible working hours and leave conditions
The Scholar Program is a three to five year program consisting of the following:
- An option to work 14 hours a week during the university semester
- Must work 35 hours a week during the university break.
- Reimbursement for university fees at the end of each semester. Scholars must maintain a credit average to remain on the program.
- Scholars may have the opportunity to stream into the Graduate Program.
To be eligible applicants must be entering the first or second year of their undergraduate degree at university.
At present there are two Scholar Programs one in Information Technology studies and the other in Environmental and Engineering studies.
Applications close on Monday the 5th of October at 11.59pm.
Interested students are encouraged to visit the links below:
Environmental and Engineering Scholars Program
Information Technology Scholars Program
Students wishing assistance with their application are encouraged to see Ms May.
Traineeship Opportunity
Kindalin Early Childhood Learning Centres was founded 1988 by Alison Wharton and her husband Mark. Now with eight locations across Sydney, Kindalin is proud to be a family owned company with 30+ years of history in the Hills district and a growing reputation in the Northern Beaches.
Kindalin has grown to see students become parents and two former Kindalin students becoming Centre Directors. Kindalin is an aboriginal word that means 'happy'.
Kindalin is offering full-time traineeships at seven locations within the Hills and Northern Beaches. Trainees will complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Interested students need to send their resume and cover letter to careers@kindalin.com.au
Students wishing assistance with their application are encouraged to see Ms May.
Work Experience Opportunity
BRH Steel Constructions is offering a work experience opportunity for students who might be considering a career working with steel.
To be a successful Metal Fabricator you need the following skills:
- Ability to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature
- Effective English reading and writing communication skills
- Ability to operate different tools as well as be able to troubleshoot equipment problems
- Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Ability to lift more than 20kgs
Metal Fabricators create the metal components that go into small to large scale products, such as toys; vehicles; buildings and bridges. Metal Fabricators can work in a factory creating the components or they can work on a site where they can assemble the components to complete a finished product.
Metal Fabricators work with steel; stainless steel; Aluminum; Iron and precious metals, such as gold; silver; copper and magnesium.
To become a qualified Metal Fabricator students need to complete an apprenticeship in Metal Fabrication.
BRH Steel Construction is located in Riverstone and is currently seeking to hire a first year apprentice from their work experience program.
Interested students are encouraged to see or email Ms May.
Therese May
Careers Counsellor