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1 BMG Careers News Edition #4 10 th May 2016 BMG Careers Expo Happening this Friday 13 th May in W block for our Year 10, 11 and 12 students. There will be 24 exhibitors providing information on tertiary options- University and Tafe, Gap year/volunteer information, work place training and information from community organisations. Law Week 2016 Law Week is an annual festival of events that makes learning about the law easy. Held in May each year, Law Week has taken place across Victoria since This year Law Week will take place from Monday 16 May Sunday 22 May Students get to go behind the scenes of the Victorian legal system, and check out what the law is all about. Find legal answers on everyday issues, take a prison ghost tour, enjoy some comedy or live music, or check out courts open day for debates, mock-trials and more. Find out more about what is on in Law Week by browsing Law Week What's On? Hallmark Program The La Trobe Hallmark Program is a program for high-achieving students who are passionate about learning. This program provides students with opportunities to work in cross-disciplinary teams on some of the world's most pressing issues with access to and mentoring by leading researchers. Enrichment activities, such as an international study tour, are made possible through scholarship funds provided to all successful applicants. All successful applicants to the Hallmark Program also receive a Hallmark Program Scholarship valued at $10, 500 over 4 years to enable students to undertake a variety of enrichment activities including an International Study Tour.

2 To be eligible, students should: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or holder of an Australian permanent resident visa, or permanent humanitarian visa be studying in 2016 a standard Victorian Year 12 (VCE) or standard Interstate Year 12 or IB have applied through VTAC for one of the specified courses and be selected into that course achieve a high for VCE or equivalent in 2016 Applications will open later in August but to find out more about this program, visit La Trobe Hallmark Program. A useful FAQ sheet can be found at Hallmark FAQs Interstate Law Experience Day Victorian VCE students have an excellent opportunity to find out first-hand what studying law at Bond is all about! They will discover ethical topics with our professors and legal specialists, engage in legal scenarios in moot court rooms. Students get to fly up to Bond University for the day and the cost is $99, which include flights. The Law Experience Day will take place on Saturday 21 May Places are very limited and students should Vanessa Lea at vlea@bond.edu.au to book their spot! Bond with Bond Event Your decision to study at the right university is one of the most important decisions you will make in your lifetime. To help you gather all the information you will need, Bond University would like to invite you and your family to attend an exclusive Bond with Bond event, where you can find out more about studying at Bond and what makes us so unique. Learn more about the: Undergraduate single and combined study programs Industry links and Beyond Bond core subject Three-semester-per-year timetable State-of-the-art facilities Campus life Scholarships Fees and costs (including FEE-HELP) Date: Tuesday 7 June 2016 Time: 6.00pm 8.00pm Venue: Melbourne Town Hall, Swanston Street in Melbourne Find out more, and register at Bond with Bond

3 Law at the University of Swinburne Swinburne s law school offers an undergraduate program that focuses on commercial law with emphasis on intellectual property law, and it is the only degree in Victoria with this specialisation. Swinburne is offering its Bachelor of Laws a 4-year program - for the first time in Focused on commercial law, with a distinct emphasis on intellectual property, technology, and innovation, it offers students a degree that stresses practical skills and real-world experience. The Swinburne Bachelor of Laws program is fully accredited by the Council of Legal Education in Victoria and offers students the option of a single degree or combined program with arts, science, business or engineering. The VCE prerequisites are Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 30 in any English. To find out more visit Bachelor of Laws News from the Australian National University Changes to the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Recently the Australian National University (ANU) announced that as of 2017, the required for entry into the Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (LLBHons) will be 98. Students applying to the LLBHons should also please note that they will no longer be eligible for academic bonus points to be added to their. However, in line with the University s commitment to equity and inclusion, students can still apply to receive up to five equity bonus points through the UAC Educational Access Scheme. Find out more by browsing Bachelor of Laws (Honours) at ANU. Design Futures Careers Expo The Design Futures Forum and Careers Expo introduces students to a line-up of internationally acclaimed designers, across multiple disciplines, recognised for their unique ideas and exemplary execution of their craft. Design Futures presents an opportunity for teachers of design, and students interested in the creative industries, to gain an insight into the role of design in multiple sectors. Attendees will get to walk through the expo, meet speakers, etc. Date: Tuesday 31 May 2016 Time: 3.00pm 8.30pm Venue: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre Cost: $38 (+ GST and booking fee) Find out more, and book a ticket at Design Futures Careers Expo

4 The Academy of Design has moved! The Academy of Design has moved to Collingwood! More than that though, the Academy has also added Interior Design to its suite of creative majors (Communication Design, Fashion & Costume Design, Filmmaking & Photography, Graphic & Digital Design and Visual Arts) offered as part of the Bachelor of Design Arts. Find out more by visiting The Academy of Design Australian Mining Industry The mining industry is important to Australia. It brings in billions of dollars of export income. It provides work for over 750,000 Australians. It supports communities all across the country, today and into the future. We work hard, we look after each other and we are committed to Australia. Australian Mining. This is our story! Visit Australian Mining Industry and view a number of videos and profiles of men and women who work in the mining industry!

5 Students discover the world with WEP World Education Program Australia (WEP) is now accepting applications for students to travel overseas in 2016/17 as exchange students for a summer, semester or year. Give your child the opportunity to gain international experiences and foreign language skills to kick-start a future career. Knowledge of English in this globalising world is a great advantage; knowledge of English alone is a massive disadvantage. Joseph Lo Bianco, 2004 Along with distinct foreign language benefits, exchange students mature, gain confidence and develop a much more worldly approach upon their return to Australia. If learning a second language is not for your child, programs are available to the USA, Canada, Ireland, UK and even English-speaking Ghana. Attend one of WEP s information evenings or go online to WEP to find out more about WEP s academic programs, their scholarships and your opportunity to host an international exchange student. WEP will also be at our Careers Expo on Friday May 13th WEP is a not-for-profit student exchange organisation registered/approved by the education departments/regulatory authorities in New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria, and has opened the door for thousands of students, providing them with a rewarding and successful future through education abroad.

6 UNSW CO-OP Program Set up by industry and the University of New South Wales (UNSW) the Co-op Program provides career development scholarships for high achieving undergraduate students, offering industry training, leadership and professional development, networking opportunities, mentoring and financial support. The scholarships are offered in the fields of Business, Science, Engineering and the Built Environment. The UNSW Co-op Program is open to Year 12 students entering university for the first time, or those commencing university for the first time after a gap year. Candidates for scholarships are not only selected on their academic ability, but also their communication skills, motivation, leadership potential, and passion for their chosen field of study. Any student expecting an above should consider applying, remaining aware that the indicative will be closer to What do students gain? They receive structured industrial training (between 9 and 18 months) with multiple companies during their degree, $18,200 tax free per annum over four years Leadership and professional development training Mentoring and support throughout their degree Opportunities to network with leading employers and make valuable contacts within your industry Applications are open, and the closing date is 30 September Students can visit UNSW CO-OP Program. For more information call (02) or cooprog@unsw.edu.au. Careers in the Army The Army is more than just a dynamic place to work. You'll also love our unique culture of adventure, sports and friendships. There is a wide range of jobs in the army including aviation, logistics, trades, engineering and medical, to name but a few! Below are some useful links students might like to browse to learn more! About the Army Army Life Training & Education How to Join the Army Women in the Army Jobs in the Army All other FAQs Defence Jobs - About the Army Defence Jobs - Army Life Defence Jobs - Training & Education Defence Jobs - How to Join the Army Defence Jobs - Women in the Army Defence Jobs - Jobs in the Army Defence Jobs - FAQs about the Army

7 News from the Moorabbin Flying Services Open Day 2016 Moorabbin Flying Services (MFS) is holding an Open Day where those attending can speak to flight instructors, hear from an experienced commercial pilot, view the CASA-approved simulator, as well as discuss the various course options available. Date: Saturday 21 May 2016 Time: 10.00am 2.00pm Venue: Moorabbin Flying Services (MFS), 16 Northern Avenue, Moorabbin Airport Find out more by calling (03) or News from the University of Melbourne Important Changes to Psychology stream in Bachelor of Commerce Students enrolling in the Bachelor of Commerce from Semester will no longer be able to complete a Psychology sequence. The School of Psychological Sciences has confirmed that the Psychology sequence will no longer be available in the Bachelor of Commerce. So, moving forward, the Psychology pathway will only be available via the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Science at Melbourne. The easiest pathway for Commerce students who are interested in eventually pursuing psychology is to undertake the Graduate Diploma in Psychology after completion of their undergraduate degree. Should a student like to sample Psychology during their undergraduate study, they could choose Mind, Brain and Behaviour 1 as a breadth subject and then get credit for this in the Graduate Diploma. Find out more at Graduate Diploma in Psychology Are You Subscribed to My Melbourne? My Melbourne is a monthly newsletter for future students. It is a great way to keep up to date with what is happening at the University and find out all about the opportunities available to its students. Subscribe at My Melbourne and stay up-todate with all things Melbourne!

8 Commerce Degrees on offer in Victoria Students will note that in many cases the majors offered in commerce degrees are similar to those offered in business degrees. One specific difference between the two is often the VCE maths prerequisite. For a comprehensive list of all courses, their majors and double degrees on offer, visit VTAC INSTITUTION COURSE NAME VCE PREREQUISITES MAJOR STUDIES ACU Commerce Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other DEAKIN Commerce Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in English other than EAL FEDERATION Commerce Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English. LA TROBE Commerce Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other MONASH Commerce Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics. UNI MELBOURNE Commerce Minimum of Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics. VICTORIA Commerce Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 30 in Maths: Further Mathematics or at least 25 in one of Maths: Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Maths: Specialist Mathematics. Accounting, Accounting & Commercial Law, Business Information Systems, Commercial Law, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management, Marketing. Accounting, Accounting information systems, Business analytics, Business information systems, Commerce, Commercial law, ebusiness, Economics, Finance, Human resource management, Interactive marketing, International business, International management, International trade & economic policy, Management, Marketing, Quantitative business analysis, Supply chain management. Business, Commerce, Finance, Management. Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing. Accountancy, Accounting, Actuarial modelling, Actuarial science, Actuarial studies, Behavioural commerce, Commerce, Econometrics, Economics, Finance, Management studies, Marketing science, Statistics, Sustainability. Accounting, Actuarial studies, Business, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing. Accounting, Business and finance ethics, Financial econometrics, Financial markets and instruments, International business, Law, Macroeconomics, Management, Marketing, Microeconomics, Portfolio management, Valuation of securities.

9 Courses in Architecture, Building & Construction INSTITUTION COURSE VCE PREREQUISITES 2017 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Architecture Deakin (Geelong Waterfront Campus) Holmesglen (Chadstone Campus) Monash (Caulfield Campus) (Clayton Campus RMIT (City Campus) Swinburne (Hawthorn Campus) University of Melbourne (Parkville Campus) Victoria University (Footscray Park Campus) Architecture / Construction Management Construction Management English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other Building Surveying n/a Personal Statement Interview (some) Construction Management & Economics Architectural Design Engineering / Architectural Design Architectural Design Construction Management Engineering (Construction) Design Architectural Engineering Building Surveying Construction Management n/a Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in Maths: Mathematical Methods (CAS); and a study score of at least 25 in one of Chemistry or Physics. Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of any Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics; and a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in Maths: Mathematical Methods (CAS). Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL English ( EAL ) or at least 20 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 20 in any Mathematics English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other Personal Statement Interview (some) Supplementary Form Interview (some) Supplementary Form Interview (some) Information Kit Interview (some) For a comprehensive list of all architecture, and building & construction courses on offer at both TAFEs and universities, visit VTAC

10 Business Degrees on offer in Victoria Many students are keen on studying business degrees at Victorian Universities that offer majors including marketing, human resources, and management, and these can be found included in the following degrees. For a comprehensive list of all business courses, their majors and double degrees on offer, visit VTAC INSTITUTION COURSE NAME VCE PREREQUISITES MAJOR STUDIES CHARLES Business Studies n/a Accounting, Business, Business studies, Finance, Human resource management, Information STURT technology, International business, Management, Marketing. CQU Business n/a Accounting, Human Resource Management (HRM), Information Systems, Management, Marketing, Property, Public Relations, Supply Chain FEDERATION Business Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English. LA TROBE Business Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other MONASH Business Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in any Mathematics. RMIT Business Associate Degree Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other SWINBURNE Business Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other VICTORIA Business Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other Management. Business, Human Resource Management, Leadership, Management, Marketing. Business Economics, Economics, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, International Business, International Management, Macroeconomics, Management, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Sport Management, Sustainable Resource Management. Accountancy, Accounting, Banking, Banking and finance, Business, Business law, Business management, Business management and strategy, Business statistics, Economics, Economics and business strategy, Finance, Health administration, Human resource management, International business, Management, Marketing, Marketing and communication, Sports management, Taxation, Tourism. Accounting, Business, Business (management), Economics, Human resource management, Information Technology, Legal Studies, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Management, Marketing. Accounting, Business administration, Economics, Entrepreneurship and innovation, Finance, Human resource management, Information systems, International business, Logistics and supply chain management, Management, Marketing. Accounting, Banking and Finance, Event Management, Financial Risk Management, Human Resource Management, Information Systems Management, International Hospitality Management, International Tourism Management, International Trade, Management and Innovation, Marketing, Music Industry, Supply Chain and Logistics.