Year 12 Information

The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) – Update

Students considering the pursuit of study in Pharmacy at The University of Sydney in 2013 are no longer required to undertake the STAT in 2012. However, students keen to study Veterinary Science still need to. Testing commences mid-September 2012 through January 2013. Further information is available.

UMAT Preparation Programs 2012 – Update

For Year 12 boys wishing to study undergraduate Medicine in 2012, the UMAT Test will be held on Wednesday 25 July 2012 (Term 3, Week 2B). UMAT registration closes Friday 5.00pm, 1 June 2012. To register and for further information including the preparation program, visit UMAT. Also, organisations such as MedEntry and MedStart provide UMAT preparation programs (at a cost) to prepare for the UMAT Test.

Universities Admissions Centre Important Information for Year 12

The latest UAC April Newsletter includes UAC Key Dates for 2012–13.

Cadetships Opportunities 2013

Accounting Cadetships

Chartered Accountants Cadetship Evening will be held on the Wednesday 23 May 2012 from 4.30pm at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. This is an excellent opportunity for Year 12 students to engage with over 30 employers, attend information sessions regarding cadetships and receive tips on the recruitment process. Registration is essential.

WANTED – Cadetships opportunities for 2013

If your organisation or company would like to consider offering a cadetship opportunity (any industry or profession) to our Year 12 Boys, please contact me to discuss.

Try a Trade Program 2012 – New Initiative in 2012

Stay tuned for future updates regarding a new initiative in 2012, Try a Trade which will allow boys in Years 9–10 to get hands on experience in various trade occupations. The program is planned to take place in August 2012. If parents and Old Boys are interested in assisting with the Try a Trade program please contact Mr Jamie Breden, Careers and VET Coordinator. Please contact me to discuss.

Key Dates for the Diary in 2012

Newington Careers Evening and Careers Expo

Tuesday 17 July 2012, 6.00pm–9.30pm

• Old Boys providing insights and advice for boys in Years 10–12 about their working profession and educational requirements.
• Exhibitors from TAFE, Universities and Colleges in NSW/ACT and some from interstate showcasing post Year 12 study options.
• GAP Year organisations and other training provider organisations.

Volunteers Wanted

If you are an Old Boy and interested in offering advice to boys in Years 10–12 and their parents, please complete the registration form and return to the Careers and VET Coordinator, Mr Jamie Breden by Friday 1 June 2011.

Year 12 Tertiary Options Evening 2013

Wednesday 25 July 2012 6.00–7.00pm

• Copies of the UAC 2013 Guide will distributed to Year 12 boys.
• Information for Year 12 boys and their parents will cover:
  1. Overview of the application process on university admissions 2013
  2. Alternative pathways to university – having a Plan B in 2013
  3. Alternative entry schemes
  4. The Educational Access Scheme

If you would like to make further enquiries or to make an appointment, please contact me on 02 9568 9429 or by email. For boys at school, please drop by the Careers office located above the Prescott House lockers area, Level 1 at the back of Le Couteur Wing (Library).

Mr Jamie Breden
Careers and VET Coordinator