Senior School News
Careers & Course Update
Curtin University- Student Box
Student Box is a place where students can chat with other year 10,11 and 12 WA students, while also accessing study tips, exam tips, past WACE exams and advice from university advisors. You must be a current year 10, 11 or 12 student and use your SCASA number to register http://www.studentbox.com.au Registration may take 24 hours to activate.
UWA Year 12 Individual Advisory Sessions
10th July- 12th July
10:00am- 7:00pm (by appointment)
They’ll be discussing UWA courses, admission requirements and more. Register here: Year 12 Individual Advisory Sessions
Curtin College
Based at Curtin University with similar benefits of a university student, Curtin College offer Diploma courses that automatically gain direct entry into the second year of many Curtin University bachelor degrees. The diploma comprises Stage 1 and Stage 2. Year 12 students with a low ATAR can apply directly to Stage 2, while students who have completed Year 11 can apply directly to start Stage 1. Offered are:
- Diploma of Commerce
- Diploma of Arts & Creative Industries
- Diploma of Information Technology
- Diploma of Engineering
- Diploma of Health Sciences
- Diploma of Built Environment
More information here: https://www.curtincollege.edu.au
Notre Dame University- A Day in the Life of a Uni Student
Friday 6th July 9:30am (during school holidays)
Notre Dame Drill Hall (ND25) corner of Croke & Mouat Street
Year 10, 11 and 12’s can experience what university life is really like at Notre Dame. Get a taste of their programs, take part in lectures and activities, enjoy a campus tour, and meet current students and academics. Year 12’s are invited to attend a workshop at 2:30pm to be stepped through application process. Register for a personalised university timetable for the day here:https://www.notredame.edu.au/events-items/A-day-in-the-life-of-a-uni-student/a-day-in-the-life
Murdoch University- Murdoch Horizons Year 12 Summer School
January 4th- 25th 2019
The Murdoch Horizons Summer School prepares students who are transitioning from year 11 to year 12, for their year 12 studies. Over three weeks you’ll participate in lectures, workshops and labs to experience university life and study. Find out more-
Australian National University- Perth Information Evening
June 28th
Novotel Perth Langley
This presentation will include information about programs offered at ANU, move to the East Coast and Canberra. Please come along with any questions you may have. Find out more-
http://www.anu.edu.au/study/events/anu-perth-information-evening
Year 12 ATAR Enrichment Program at UWA
July School Holidays 2018
More information here: http://www.academicgroup.com.au
Year 11 & 12 ATAR Revision Program
July School Holidays 2018
Rossmoyne SHS, Perth Modern, Perth College, Churchlands SHS
More information here: http://www.academicgroup.com.au
College of Electrical Training Open Day- Jandakot Campus
Saturday 23rd June 11:00am- 2:00pm
The College invites students and their families to visit their campus to find out how they can study an electrical pre-apprenticeship or apprenticeship at CET. Register here- http://www.CET.ASN.AU/OPENDAY
Apprenticeships Western Australia from Apprenticeship Central
Find current vacancies - https://apprenticeshipcentral.com.au/vacancies/wa
Curtin University: Girls Focus on Mining Camp 2018- Registrations Open Now
Come on an adventure and discover the world of mining in the historical town on Kalgoorlie!
There are all sorts of exciting jobs for girls in the mining industry. The Girls' Focus on Mining Camp is an opportunity to visit different mine sites and participate in a range of university and career workshops.
- Travel to Kalgoorlie with a bunch of like-minded girls and get a real life insight into what working in the mining industry is like.
- Visit the Curtin WA School of Mines (WASM) which is ranked #2 in the world for Mineral and Mining Engineering and find out what university life on campus is like.
- Stay at the Kalgoorlie camp school, explore the historic town, meet WASM students and women working in the industry.
When: 24th September - 28th September (School holidays)
Where: Curtin University, WA School of Mines (View Map)
Who: Girls in year 10 in WA schools
Cost: Completely Free of Charge - This camp is sponsored by mining companies and WASM. All travel, meals and accommodation is provided. Please register Here. Applications close Friday, 20 July, 2018.
Rio Tinto Apprenticeships – 2019 Intake Applications Open July
Applications open soon for Rio Tinto's incredible apprenticeship program. If you're interested, then do your research and start putting your documents together to apply. The 4 year program offers qualifications in the following areas – electrician, heavy duty diesel mechanic, mechanical fitter, and light vehicle maintenance.
Applications will be advertised here – www.riotinto.com/careers
Find out more - https://www.facebook.com/RioTintoWA/photos/a.1645766462359316.1073741828.1644968555772440/2073578589578099/?type=3&theater
Curtin University: The ConocoPhillips Science Experience with Engineering
The 2018 ConocoPhillips Science Experience is four days of engaging hands-on science and engineering lab sessions, expert speaker presentations, information on studying at university and careers in Science and Engineering, engrossing challenges, and more. Explore the fields of Agriculture, Medical Science, Chemistry, Spatial Science, Molecular Genetics, Robotics, Physics, Maths and Chemical Engineering. You may watch our event promotion video via this link.
Date: 6th, 7th,10th and 11th December 2018
Location: Curtin University, Bentley Campus
Cost: 4-day program $260 (includes GST) Please Note: these fees do not cover any transport, meals or accommodation costs
*** Best apply before 31st October 2018
Please follow the below link to find out more about the event and apply! https://www.scienceexperience.com.au/
UWA Young Leaders Council
The University of Western Australia is looking for current Year 12 Head Prefects, Head Boys and Head Girls to join the UWA Young Leaders Council. A new offshoot of the UWA Student Guild, the Council will be made up of young leaders from high schools throughout Western Australia, and will give them the chance to share ideas between schools, network with other pacesetters and develop leadership skills for the future. Head students who would like join the council just need to complete our registration form by Friday 22 June.
UWA Year 12 Individual Advisory Sessions
10th July- 12th July
10:00am- 7:00pm (by appointment)
They’ll be discussing UWA courses, admission requirements and more. Register here: Year 12 Individual Advisory Sessions
Notre Dame Early Offer Applications Close 31st July
Drop into the Careers Office to pick up application forms and make appointment for Mrs Burke to complete page 4 of your application.
Year 12 ATAR Enrichment Program at UWA
July School Holidays 2018
More information here: http://www.academicgroup.com.au
Year 11 & 12 ATAR Revision Program
July School Holidays 2018
Rossmoyne SHS, Perth Modern, Perth College, Churchlands SHS
More information here: http://www.academicgroup.com.au
Australian Defence Force – 2019 Gap Year- Positions still available
Air Defence Operator
Airbase Protection and Security
Artillery Operator
Warehouse Storeperson
Find out more - https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/students-and-education/gap-year/
There are 3 ways to study at ADFA- UNSW Canberra
1) ADFA Trainee Officers study Arts, Business, Computing and Cyber Security, Engineering, Science, or Technology degrees (while receiving military training and subsidised accommodation and living costs)
2) Defence Civilian Undergraduate Sponsorship students study Computing and Cyber Security or specialist Engineering degrees in Aeronautical, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical (with full tuition fee scholarships and stipends)
3) Non-Defence Undergraduate students study specialist Engineering degrees in Aeronautical, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical or Engineering / Science double degrees
Find out more - http://www.unsw.adfa.edu.au/study
Curtin University: Fun Maths Excursions
Engage your students with fun and interesting Mathematics during Curtin STEM Outreach Excursion Program.
The typical Activities including in an Excursion Day are as follows:
- Introduction to what university is
- "About me" presentation from a current university student
- Recess and lunch breaks
- A tour of campus
- On campus fun and hands on activities depending on the ages, skills level and number of students
Three activities are on offer - Math Break Out Boxes, Gameshow Maths and Life Expectancy Calculator. Our staff will guide your students through these hands-on activities whilst raising awareness and students' interests of Mathematics. If you have students that have a strong interest in maths, then this excursion program is for them!
When: Ongoing throughout the year at a negotiated time
Where: Curtin University Bentley campus
Duration: ~ 4 hours for the full excursion (including 1 hour math activities)
Cost: Free
Who: Students who are currently attending Year 9 - Year 12
Enquires: STEMOutreach@curtin.edu.au
Public Speaking News
Year 11 students Ike Adesanya and Erin Martin participated in the Plain English Speaking Competition on Saturday 9th June at the Australian Britain Society rooms in Shenton Park. Both students were required to deliver an 8 minute prepared speech and later, a 3 minute impromptu speech on an unseen topic with no access to technology and only 5 minutes preparation time. The conditions of this impromptu section make this one of the toughest competitions in Public Speaking. Although the students were well prepared, neither Ike nor Erin progressed to the final. However, they enjoyed the experience of the competition and mixing with the other six competitors who were representing various schools around the Perth area. They are both keen to enter again next year.
On behalf of the College, I would like to congratulate Ike and Erin on their dedication and hard work in the lead up to this competition as well as the way in which they conducted themselves on the day. They represented Corpus Christi College with poise and confidence and are a credit to their school.
Mrs Noreen Stevenson
Public Speaking Coordinator