Disclaimer

Please note that this blog is intended for the students and parents associated with MacGregor State High School. Please check areas of interest as seen on the blog to confirm dates and other information as there will be occasions when dates will change and the information may not be included in the blog as it may not have been received by the school. Posts prior to July 2021 may have reference to different schools as this blog was initially developed for students when I was the Guidance Officer at another school.








Wednesday 6 May 2015

The University of Melbourne


Get a UniExperience at Melbourne
Year 11 students from rural and border regions, those who are first in their family to consider tertiary study, and Indigenous Australian and Torres Strait Islander students are invited to come to our Parkville campus on 9-10 July.
UniExperience gives students the opportunity to experience university life first-hand. The two-day program offers a range of sessions covering all aspects of tertiary study, including:
  • on-site accommodation and meals at one of the University’s residential colleges
  • guided campus tours
  • detailed information on course offerings
  • sessions and workshops covering the transition to university, student support services, accommodation options, scholarships, study skills and exam tips
  • social activities and the opportunity to meet both peers and current students.
COST: $100 (including GST) covering all meals, overnight accommodation and all materials relating to the program.
APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW!
Your students must apply to attend this event. Places are limited. Selection will be based on the students´ reasons for wanting to participate as outlined in their application.
http://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/explore/events/victoria_and_interstate/victoria/uniexperience
Application deadline:  Friday 20 June
Please see the Guidance Officer for further information
 
Melbourne University newsletter for interested students
My Melbourne is our monthly newsletter for future students. It’s a great way to keep up to date with what’s happening at the University and find out all about the opportunities available to our students.
Subscribe here:
blogs.unimelb.edu.au/mymelb
 
Melbourne University Career Stories
Prominent University of Melbourne alumni discuss their career journeys, their time at Melbourne and offer valuable advice in a series of new videos covering Arts, Science, Music and Environments.
To read more about this story go to:
 
National Youth Science Forum 2016
Are you in Year 11 and studying science?
Online expressions of interest to attend the National Youth Science Forum 2016 are now open:
  • interested in a career in science, technology and engineering
  • planning to do a science, technology or engineering course at an Australian university
  • an Australian Citizen or has permanent residency status
  • achieving good marks in science, but also has other interests and skills
Applicants don’t need to be at the top of the science class, as long as they can demonstrate an obvious passion and commitment to science subjects and a broad range of interests, both extra-curricular and academic.
Please note: A student's application must be endorsed by a local Rotary Club as part of the application process.
Brochures are available by emailing nysf@nysf.edu.au  or go to www.nysf.edu.au to learn more.
 
Events for future students: Focus on Melbourne
Focus on Melbourne offers students, parents and teachers the chance to take a closer look at our courses.
This seminar series is hosted on campus and includes every undergraduate course at Melbourne. You’ll find out about:          
  • specific courses, majors and degree structures
  • pathways to further study
  • employment prospects after graduation and our impressive graduate outcomes
  • entry requirements and how to apply
  • the unique Melbourne Experience
Register now
To view the full Focus on Melbourne schedule and register, go to:
http://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/explore/events/victoria_and_interstate/victoria/focus-on-melbourne-2015