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.








Monday, 24 November 2014

The Hotel Cairns


The Hotel School Cairns is taking applications for the December intake of its entry level program - Certificate III in Hospitality


Classes commence on Monday 8th December 2014

This qualification has been designed to meet the needs of people who wish to gain employment within the hospitality industry.
Work Placement
All Hotel School Cairns students undertaking this program must complete 36 shifts. We assist students to gain work placements. To further develop confidence with interviews we also embed resumé writing, interview role plays and presentation tips as part of the program.
Delivery Mode
Classroom and workplace
Locations
Cairns
Next Intake
Monday 8th December 2014
Attendance
Week 1: Monday 8th December to Friday 12th December 2014
Week 2: Monday 15th December to Friday 19th December 2014
Week 3: Monday 12th January to Friday 16th January 2015
Week 4: Monday 19th January to Friday 23rd January 2015
Term 1 of School Term: Monday mornings 9.30am - 1pm
Student Contribution Fee
Concessional: $150.00 per person
Non-concessional: $450.00 per person
Eligibility
Please note, applicants for the Certificate III subsidised program need to meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Applicants must be aged 15 years and above and no longer at school.
  • Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents residing in Queensland.
  • Applicants must not hold, or be currently enrolled in a Certificate III or higher qualification, not including qualifications completed at school.
  • Applicants need to contribute to the cost of training, through a student contribution fee.

Student Contribution Fee
Non concessional: $450 per person
Concessional: $150.00 per person
Please visit http://www.sejumi.edu.au/Certificate-3-Guarantee-Program.38.0.html
for clarification of concessional student status.

Graduates of this program may apply to enter the Diploma level of the Hotel School Cairns in 2015

University of the Sunshine Coast - New Programs for 2015


As a young university, USC is growing. They are introducing a variety of new degrees in 2015, to complement more than 100 existing programs.
Here are their exciting new programs available to study from Semester 1, 2015:
Find out more usc.edu.au/rise

The University of Queensland FEAST Camp


FEAST Camp June 28 - July 2


Future Experiences in Agriculture, Science and Technology (FEAST) is a five day residential program at UQ Gatton, designed to inspire and inform Years 11 and 12 students about the exciting and rewarding science careers in the agriculture, animal and food sectors.
Students will explore science disciplines through hands on activities and workshops run by UQ staff and industry and discover the career outcomes and opportunities for their future. Students will experience University life and expand their knowledge of UQ study options, programs, careers and campus life.
Registrations open online March 19, 2015 at http://www.science.uq.edu.au/feast

The Univeristy of Melbourne Scholarships for Student Athletes


The Elite Athlete and Artistic Performers Entry Scheme and Elite Athletes Scholarship provide a generous package of benefits for student athletes, including flexible study assistance and a range of financial and in-kind assistance.
If you are interested in this opportunity, contact the university  to find out more about the program. Applications close on 5 December 2014.
Carl Junot, Elite Athlete Coordinator

University of Melbourne Diploma in General Studies


The first Diploma in General Studies (DIGS) students based at Dookie campus will graduate at the end of 2014 and articulate into their chosen University of Melbourne degrees.
 The University of Melbourne first offered the one-year Diploma in General Studies (DIGS) in 2013 to domestic students who wanted to take some time to decide what to pursue after secondary school. The program is a sampler of the Melbourne bachelors degrees, and provides students with the opportunity to study science, commerce, environments or agriculture while they decide what to do next. Classes are delivered at the Dookie campus in collaboration with Goulburn Ovens TAFE and Wodonga Institute of TAFE.
fvas.unimelb.edu.au/study/courses/diploma-in-general-studies

University of Melbourne VCE Summer School


VCE Summer School is your  chance to get a head start on studies for next year.

Held at the University, it is a full-time two week program including classes, seminars and one-on-one tutorials in all VCE subjects. For each subject students are given a detailed subject booklet outlining the requirements of the subject as well as practical study hints and examples.

You will also be treated to a program of activities, workshops and excursions in order to promote a healthy study-life balance.

Tutors are current University of Melbourne students who can give you  a fantastic insight into university life.

Bursaries are available to students experiencing financial difficulty.

Dates: 12–23 January 2015

More information: umsu.unimelb.edu.au/jump-in/summerschool

The University of Melbourne International Student Consultations


International students can book an individual 30-minute consultation to talk with the University of Melbourne staff about their study options, their VTAC application and international support services. 

These sessions run every Tuesday and Wednesday between 2pm and 5pm until 17 December.  Interested students are required to register online. 

< http://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/explore/events/victoria_and_interstate/individual-consultation-sessions-for-international-yr12>
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