Thursday 30 September, 2021

• There will be a fee increase for applications submitted after this date.
• It is also the final closing date for Medicine, Dental Surgery, Oral Health and Veterinary Bioscience at the University of Adelaide. Late applications for these courses will not be accepted.

Monday 20 November, 2021
Final closing date for Creative Arts (Drama) at Flinders University. Late applications for this course will not be accepted.

Wednesday 1 December, 2021

• Equal consideration closing date for all Semester 1 courses excluding those with final closing dates. New applications after this date are not guaranteed equal consideration for selection.
• Deadline for applicants to pay their application fee and still be guaranteed equal consideration.
• Final closing date for Clinical Sciences/Doctor of Medicine at Flinders University and Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech Pathology at the University of Adelaide. Late applications for this course will not be accepted.

Wednesday 15 December, 2021
Change of preference deadline for December offers (Semester 1 courses).

Tuesday 21 December, 2021
December offer round. Offers will be emailed by 5pm.

Monday 10 January, 2022
Change of preference deadline for January offers (Semester 1 courses).

Friday 14 January, 2022
January offer round. Offers will be emailed by 5pm.

VTAC Key Dates

Monday 20 December, 2021
December round offer.

Scholarships

Marta Sved Scholarship at Adelaide University, Faculty of Engineering, Computer and Mathematical Sciences. More information here.

UNSW Co-op Scholarship
Applicable information for anyone applying this year can be found here. This includes a simple registration and application tutorial.

Career Focus Areas

Career as a Geneticist

Genetics is the study of how certain characteristics are passed on from parent to offspring. As a geneticist you will study the heredity of genes and how they cause variations in either plant or animal organisms. The University of Western Australia website states that a geneticist is a scientist who specialises in heredity, in particular the mechanism of hereditary transmission.

If you are fascinated by science and technology and eager to contribute to the field that will likely have the most influence on 21st century science and medicine, consider studying to become a geneticist.

Geneticists can work in medicine, in industry, research, or academics. A career in genetics can mean many different jobs, such as genetics counsellors, who specialise in providing information as well as support to families who struggle with genetic disorders.

Students with a passion for science, biotechnology, biochemistry, and biology might find this a very interesting career option.

Career in Psychology

Psychology is the study of behaviour. Registered psychologists use scientific research and knowledge about human behaviour to assist individuals experiencing mental disorders, relationship problems, learning difficulties, addiction and eating disorders.

How do you become a psychologist?
Becoming a psychologist requires study and professional training over several years. To identify yourself as a Registered Psychologist, you need to complete a bachelors degree in psychology, which is recognised by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. Then you will need to complete a fourth (honours) year of study, followed by a combination of further postgraduate study and professional experience under the supervision of an accredited psychologist.

Areas of Psychology

General practising psychologists have broad skills and work in private practice, or as employees in health, education, business communication, public policy, legal, social or justice.

Clinical neuropsychologists assess, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders associated with brain conditions, including neurological, medical, and psychiatric conditions, developmental disorders and learning disabilities.

Organisational psychologists work within firms and government organisations to help enhance people’s wellbeing and efficiency by improving their work environment.

You can find out more about the pathways to become a phycologist here.

Employability Skills

Employability skills are personal, transferable skills that are important to employers. Young people gain employability skills at school, work, and when volunteering or participating in sport or cultural activities.

Youth Central outlines eight employability skills, which are key for success.

Communication: Being confident to speak with others and in written letters, notes, customer documents.

Teamwork: Being able to work well with others and support the team by doing your allocated tasks well. Volunteering and part-time work can help you to learn these skills.

Problem-solving: Being able to find solutions in a new situation or task. Developed through school assignments and experiences such as handling customer complaints in a part-time job.

Initiative and Enterprise: Being able to think creatively and make improvements.

Planning and Organising: Being able to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines.

Self-Management: Being able to get on with work without someone having to check on you. Learning how to work independently is a very important work skill.

Lifelong Learning: Taking opportunities at work to learn new things, undertaking study so that you have the capacity to advance in your work or take up new, higher-level jobs is a part of every successful worker’s life.

Technology and Using Tools: Having the capacity to use a word processor, spreadsheet and email are core skills at work. Willingness to try new programs, learn to trouble-shoot and demonstrate a keenness to learn.

School Holiday courses

Clip Joint is offering two days of a Hair and Makeup Introductory course during the October school holidays.

The course covers areas and topics including:

• Introduction to hair and makeup industry
• Personal grooming
• Salon communication
• Long hair styling
• Braiding
• Salon practical skills
• Personal makeup basics
• Skincare basics
• Choosing and applying a flawless base
• Enhancing your face and eye shapes
• Eye shadow techniques
• Casual/professional/evening makeup looks
• Career pathways

You can apply here or find out more about the course here.