Topics in this edition:

• Applying for Scholarships
• Early Entry Programs
• Medicine, Dentistry, Oral Health
• GAP Year Programs
• Work Experience
• Open Days
• Career Events

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Topics in this edition:

• Applying for Scholarships
• University course search tools
• Information about applying for Medicine, Dentistry or Oral Health courses
• Careers events
• Setting goals for the school year

Please remember that Career Tools can be accessed from anywhere! You can still be adding to your Career Profile by logging in using the same username and password you are using in GP Classes.
Why not spend some time creating a resume, or writing a cover letter! You can do this easily using the Build a Resume function.
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• Applying for University and TAFE courses
• Why is it so important to gain post-school qualifications?
• Preparing for the digital workforce of tomorrow
• Australian Catholic University – updates and initiatives
• La Trobe University – new pathway programs
• ATAR notes – resources for VCE and HSC students
• STEM careers
• Toolkits to help you get a job
• Upcoming virtual events and recorded webinars

If you haven’t already, NOW is the perfect time to book an appointment with the Careers@WSSC Team to help you prepare for the upcoming application period.
Please feel free to email us or drop into the Careers Office to book an appointment.

From 2021, the cost of some university courses will change. Currently, the Government provides funding to universities for courses at different levels according to the study areas. Essentially, the Government funds part of your degree, and you pay the rest – this is called the ‘student contribution amount’. There are currently 3 levels of student contribution bands. You can see these at

From 2021, student contribution bands for certain study areas will either increase, decrease or stay the same.

What does this mean for me?

How this will impact you will depend on what you study in 2021. For example:
Courses in nursing, teaching, languages, agriculture and maths will significantly decrease. Courses in science, health, architecture, environmental science, IT and engineering etc., will decrease.

Courses in medicine, dental and veterinary science etc., won’t change.
Courses in law and commerce will increase. Courses in humanities and social sciences will significantly increase by around 113%. Bookmark the Study Assist website and check regularly for updates to university fees and HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP information: www.studyassist.gov.au/

• Virtual Careers Expo – this Thursday and Friday!
• Early Entry programs now open
• Careers in Medicine Info Session
• Uni of Melbourne Info sessions
• Careers in Maths and Data
• Building a Resume
• Universities taking direct applications
• Creative Media open days
• Exploring careers in Photography
• Careers in Sport
• Commerce vs Economics ?
• Inside Monash Sessions

Please make time to register and attend the Virtual Careers Expo this Thursday 7^th and Friday 8^th May  – it runs between 12pm and 8pm! You can register here:

There is LOTS of information coming out from TAFEs and Universities at the moment, and we understand that sometimes it can be difficult to track down the right information. To make this easier for you, the careers team have compiled all of the current advice and information and put it into one easy to locate document!

This weeks newsletter contains important info about:

• Virtual Careers Expo
• University offers based on Year 11 results
• Admission Updates from:
  • RMIT
  • Charles Sturt University
  • Australian National University (ANU)
  • La Trobe University
  • Australian Catholic University (ACU)
  • Monash university
  • Deakin University
  • Wodonga TAFE
  • UNSW
  • Southern Cross Uni (SCU)
  • University of Wollongong (UoW)

Just a friendly reminder that we have commenced our Year 12 Career Health Checks and will be calling you sometime soon to chat about how you’re travelling! Stay connected and look after yourselves and each other. 

WSSC Careers Team

As we transition to remote learning, the Careers Team are still supporting you with your pathways planning as we normally would. We encourage you to take this time to book an appointment with us.

The process is as follows:

• Email to request an appointment: careers@www.wssc.vic.edu.au
• You will receive a link to a MS Teams appointment.
• Click on the link at the time of your appointment and join the meeting as you would with your classes.

As always, we encourage you to invite your parents/guardians into the meetings! Careers Conversations are a great way to discover your skills and chat about how they might link to future pathways.

Thankyou to those students who have already engaged in remote careers appointments with us, we have thoroughly enjoyed engaging with you in the online world! Stay safe and well, and we look forward to bringing you all the juicy careers info.

WSSC Careers Team

Hello from the Careers@WSSC Team!

This weeks quote is an important one. Take the time to read it again.
Coming into Term 3 you may be feeling a little overwhelmed. If you keep moving forward every day you will eventually get to that place you want to be.
Where is that place for you? Is it an apprenticeship? TAFE or University? Employment? Overseas travel?
Some days we take giant leaps toward our goals, and some days we crawl slowly but each day you move you’re getting closer to that goal. Take some time to reflect on your progress and revisit your goals.

IT’S TAX TIME!

We have had a lot of students in the Careers@WSSC Headquarters enquiring about tax file numbers, tax returns and superannuation lately. But what exactly is all this?
Tax File Numbers (TFN) – Everyone has a unique TFN. Your TFN is yours for life, even if you change jobs, move interstate or change your name. If you leave the country and later come back to Australia, you still use the same TFN.

When you make enquiries about your tax records, the Australian Taxation Office will ask you for your TFN. TFN is valuable. Do not share it with friends and do not provide it over the internet when applying for jobs. For more information about applying for a Tax File Number visit:

Tax Returns – At the end of the financial year (June 30) you’re expected to fill in a tax return to work out how much tax you should have paid that year. If it turns out you’ve paid more tax than you needed to, you could be entitled to a refund or you haven’t paid enough Tax you may have to pay a Tax bill. You can find more information here:
Superannuation – Super is money that is paid by your employer into a super account of your choice.
Depending on your superannuation fund conditions you can access your superannuation when you retire. Super is paid in addition to your salary. You can also add to your super from your own money!

Super is paid whether you are full-time, part-time or casual. You should be paid super if you are:
• aged 18 or over and earn at least $450 a month (before tax), or
• aged under 18, work at least 30 hours a week and earn at least $450 a month (before tax).
Use the Super Calculator to find out how much you should be paid: 

GET EXCITED, GET INVOLVED, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, GET INFORMED!
Drop into the Careers Office (C17) to make an appointment or email us careers@www.wssc.vic.edu.au

Adrian Barry – Student Pathways

Adrian is here to assist students discover their post-school options and provide pathway advice and support. Adrian has a wealth of knowledge in the apprenticeship and trades sector. He enjoys assisting students to make connections between where they are now and what they want to do.
Email: BYA@www.wssc.vic.edu.au

Renae Tuhan-Kitos – VET Administrator

Renae assists students undertaking VET in Schools programs by ensuring their enrolment and result details are correct. Renae also has an essential role in making sure Senior College students have access to the best possible VET in Schools programs. She also organises the White Card and First Aid Training for students.
Email: RTuhanKitos@www.wssc.vic.edu.au

Garry Brook – Work Experience Coordinator

Garry assists any student undertaking a placement under the Work Experience, Structured Workplace Learning or Community Service programs at the Senior College. Garry also assists with organising placement forms, making industry connections and ensuring the safety of students whilst on placement.
Email: Garry.Brook@www.wssc.vic.edu.au

Lana Melbourne – Careers Leader (7-12)

Lana oversees the Careers Team at WSSC and also at Wodonga Middle Years College by working closely with teachers, students and support staff to ensure students have the best possible opportunities to explore their pathways.
Email: MEL@www.wssc.vic.edu.au