EMPLOYMENT:
10 jobs that didn't exist 10 years ago
The World Economic forum reports that in 2006, Facebook was in its infancy, Twitter was being launched, and nobody had iPhones. Ten years on, the world is a very different place, and so is the workplace. Jobs exist now that we’d never heard of a decade ago. One estimate suggests that 65% of children entering primary school today will ultimately end up working in completely new job types that aren’t on our radar yet.
This pace of change is only going to get faster thanks to rapid advances in the fields of robotics, driverless transport, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, advanced materials and genomics, according to the World Economic Forum’s latest annual Human Capital Index. Click here to read about jobs that didn't exist 10 years ago such as:
ABS Labour market information
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Labour Force Survey data includes a range of employment characteristics for each of the 19 broad industries, including employment trends, median weekly earnings, projected employment growth and top employing occupations. You can access the information here.
INTERSTATE AND INTERNATIONAL
Compare U.S. College and universities
When researching US colleges and universities, you can open an account on the CollegeBoard website to save all your college planning activities. The website has a Compare Colleges page where you can compare up to three colleges. It can help you organise your research.
World University Rankings 2020
Looking for the top university in the world to study at? The World University Rankings for 2019 were released in September. University of Melbourne was the highest Australian university at position 32. The highest Queensland university was The University of Queensland at position 69. You can access this information here.
PRIVATE PROVIDER UPDATES
Aviation Australia: Flight Attendant Training enrolments for 2020 now open
Aviation Australia is offering the Flight Attendant Training course at its Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne campuses. There are no specific entry requirements for the course. The course can be undertaken full-time or part-time. There are various start dates. Visit the website for details.
Hubbard’s School
Hubbard’s School, located at Milton, Brisbane offers classes that are all taught face to face, directly by the teacher to you, individually or in a small group, allowing you to ask questions to clarify and ensure you properly comprehend the subject. They offer the following courses:
Uni Prerequisite courses – Offering short courses for University Prerequisite Subjects as part of the Cert IV in Adult Tertiary Preparation. You will study between mid-November and mid-December and if successful, your results can be used in the January 2020 QTAC offer round.
Year 11 and 12 – Enabling secondary school students and returning learners to complete a flexible Year 11 and 12 curriculum
Academic coaching – A variety of supported short courses that meet test preparation, tutoring or vacation school needs
Visit the Hubbard’s School website for more information about the school and programs.
JMC 2020 Academy Creative Industries Short Courses
JMC Academy will offer the following short courses in starting in January 2020:
Find out more and register for more information here.
JMI Brisbane Summer Jazz Clinic
This is a four-day jazz performance clinic designed for musicians of all ages and abilities. The clinics are delivered in a fun and friendly environment and are ideal for beginner, intermediate and advanced jazz players. It will be held from 13 – 16 January 2020. Find out more here.
JMI reminders from the Jazz Music Institute
JMI: 2020 courses – Free information sessions are available for prospective domestic students interested in any of the courses at the Jazz Music Institute, including:
During the session, you can meet the CEO or Head of School, ask questions relating to the interview and explore the facilities on offer. The sessions can be accommodated to suit your current commitments. Fill out the contact form (‘Arrange an information session here’) found on their website. Alternatively, give them a call on (07) 3216 1110 or play@jaz.qld.edu.au
Do you have a Tax File Number (TFN)?
Many of you will need this to apply for Commonwealth Government loans (e.g. HECS, FEE-HELP, VET Student Loan) when you enrol at a university, TAFE or accredited private college after you receive an offer of a course place. Visit the Australian Taxation Office website for information on obtaining a TFN.
Tertiary Application Reminders
Have you put important dates in your phone or diary? Include:
Do you have all QTAC documents and numbers in a safe place? Include:
If you are going overseas during the Christmas holidays, you should take these items with you.
Year 12 - Monitor your emails and SMS
From 15 November 2019 (your last day at school) until you accept an offer of a course place, you must monitor your emails and SMS as QTAC will use these to inform you of an offer. You then must respond to QTAC by the due date (which may be only four days from your offer date). If you don’t respond by the due date, your offer will lapse, and you will not be considered for any other offer rounds. If, for some reason, your offer does lapse, contact QTAC ASAP. QTAC may be able to reinstate your offer.
UNIVERSITY UPDATES
A breakdown of The Good Universities Guide 2020 ratings
The annual Good Universities Guide ratings have been revealed! This annual data reveals statistics and rankings of different universities across Australia, allowing you to make informed decisions when selecting a university to suit your own personal preferences and needs. These performance ratings and rankings are created using a combination of resources provided by the Department of Education and graduate and student experience surveys in Australia. Click here to read the breakdown of the 2020 ratings.
ACI: 2021 prerequisites for ACU's Bachelor of Physiotherapy
Last year, incorrect prerequisite information was published on QTAC's My Path tool and website for 2021 entry to our Bachelor of Physiotherapy. This affects 2019 Year 11 students who are considering applying for this course. The correct prerequisites are: English (units 3 and 4, C); one of biology, chemistry or physics (units 3 and 4, C). If you feel you have been disadvantaged by the error, speak with your guidance officer or contact ACU and speak with a representatives.
ACU: Don't have the prerequisites for primary teaching? B Education Studies
The Bachelor of Education Studies has been designed from the ground up for students looking to become teachers but do not have the entry requirements for a B Education. Students who complete their first year of study will be guaranteed entry into the B Education (Primary), or B Education (Early Childhood and Primary). Click here for more information about available pathways to becoming a teacher at ACU.
ACU: Entry schemes
These schemes can help you improve your chances of gaining entry to ACU courses through the allocation of adjustment factors. You don’t have to submit an application for the following entry schemes when you apply for ACU through QTAC. (although a maximum of 6 points can be available through these schemes):
You are still required to apply for the following entry schemes:
BOND: Medicine Program Information Session/Webinar
The Bond University Medical Program offers students opportunities to bring to life their ambitions to become outstanding practitioners, thinkers and leaders, well equipped to deliver evidenced-based, patient-centred health care that meets the needs of a diverse community. Bond invite you to join the Dean of Medicine who will provide an overview of the Medical Program at Bond University via a webinar on 25 November 2019 from 5 – 6pm. Get the answers to all your questions during this live information session.
Topics of discussion:
Click here to register.
Good Universities Guide: Four things I wish I knew before starting university
Going to university is exciting — to exploring new-found freedom and having fun in a new studying environment. After coming straight out of high school and heading into the city for the first year of university, there’s a lot to learn. Here are some lessons from a first-year university student:
Click here to read more.
Medview: UCAT preparation event
Medview will be running UCAT courses to introduce you to the sections of the UCAT exam. The session will be run by a UCAT expert. This free event will run in Brisbane on 16 & 17 January 2020. Click here for registration and to stay updated on the event location.
QUT: Combine study and travel
Dreaming of an overseas experience? Did you know that QUT has partnerships with more than 200 institutions across 43 countries? And that you can go on exchange for one or two semesters, or travel overseas short-term for a study tour, internship, international project or competition? QUT provide financial support to help you make your travel plans come true. And if you are interested in business or design, you can also study one of QUT’s degrees that includes 12 months of international experience in the course – you could consider the Bachelor of Business—International, or the Bachelor of Design—International.
QUT: Programs for high achievers
Gain research and analytical skills that employers value by finishing your Bachelor of Business with Honours plus a $20,000 scholarship through the Dean’s Honours Program in Business. The Dean’s Scholars program in the Science and Engineering Faculty provides high-achieving students with outstanding academic ability and leadership potential with opportunities for valuable industry exposure, exchange programs, mentoring, exclusive events, cross-university competitions, ambassadorial work and engagement in collaborative research projects.
QUT: What happens next?
If you’ve put your QTAC application in and are wondering what to do if you want to change your preferences, when offers will be made, and how to accept an offer, check out QUT’s What happens next page.
Univdersity information sessions after you receive your Year 12 results
Most universities hold information sessions in December for students who have received their Year 12 results and are reviewing their QTAC preferences and/or deciding on their future direction. The following are a selection of these sessions in 2019:
UQ: Community Access Program
The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Community Access Program (Non-Award Access Program) provides an opportunity for members of the community to access individual subjects without undertaking a whole degree or applying through QTAC. To apply you need to be at least 18 years or have completed Year 12. You could explore this program as an alternative pathway to university.
UQ: Moreton Bay Research Station Open Day
UQ's Moreton Bay Research Station will be hosting its Open Day from 10 am – 3 pm on Saturday 30 November 2019. The day is free for all. There will be free Moreton Bay discovery cruises, a live animal show, art workshops and research talks. Visit the website for more information and to download the brochure.
USC: Medical Science offered at the University of the Sunshine Coast
USC is offering B Medical Science. It is a three-year program that will provide provisional direct entry into Griffith University’s planned Doctor of Medicine program at the new Sunshine Coast University Hospital at Birtinya. An overview of the program can be read here.
USC: Solar Nights
USC will be hosting Solar Nights from 13 - 22 December from 6.30 - 9pm. This free event features a trail of captivating light displays to celebrate their commitment to sustainable energy, the environment, creativity and their community. Solar Nights is a celebration of USC's partnership with Veolia to solar power their Sunshine Coast campus and build a giant ‘water battery’, cutting energy emissions by 40 per cent. Click here to register for updates.
Use ComparED to compare institutions and their courses
Thinking about higher education study? Wish you could ask someone about their experience? 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. You can also access the latest Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) reports. Be empowered to choose what’s right for you!
Jeanette Maxwell
Head of Pathways
Source: Options Bulletin
