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Prairiewood High School

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Stage 4 "Discover and Explore"

Pathways into Medicine and Dentistry Live Webinar

22 April & 8 May

Are you currently studying in years 9, 10, 11 or 12?

Are you considering a career in medicine or dentistry?

If you have answered yes, then you may need to sit a compulsory entry exam known as UCAT (Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test) before you can apply to certain universities!

The National Institute of Education (NIE) is proud to present the free information seminar all about UCAT and the undergraduate pathways into medicine, dentistry, and some other health science programs. The session is PACKED with loads valuable information during which we will be covering the following topics and more. 

This forum is an excellent opportunity for teachers, students, and parents to find out about the UCAT and to have their questions answered by an expert who has been working in the field since 1999.

https://www.nie.edu.au/ucat-free/free-ucat-information-sessions


Meet TAFE at Sydney Build Expo

1-2 May

Australia's largest construction and design show features 20,000+ attendees, 600+ speakers across 12 stages, 500+ exhibitors, Meet the Buyers, Government Hub, Architect's Hub, live music, entertainment, DJs, celebrity guests and more! Register now to attend - FREE entry.

https://www.tafenswevents.com.au/event/sydney-build-expo


JMC Academy Open Day

11 May

Come and see why JMC Academy is Australia’s Leading tertiary Creative Industries provider.

·         Tour our world-class facilities and tech

·         Explore your creative future in our hands-on workshops

·         Meet our current students and industry expert lecturers

·         Check out live student performances

·         See creativity come to life with course demonstrations

·         Build your creative network

·         Speak to student admissions

https://pages.jmcacademy.edu.au/May2024_OpenDay_Syd.html


Sydney Design School Info Sessions

18 April

Find out everything you need to know about our flexible courses and career support. Our Director, Amanda Grace will introduce you to our unique philosophy, passionate Educators and industry focused approach to learning.

https://sydneydesignschool.com.au/information-sessions/


Australian College of Applied Professions Sydney Campus Information Night

23 April

Join us on campus and discover how ACAP can help you make a real difference in the lives of others. Find out about our degrees in psychology, social work, counselling, criminology, coaching, management and law and the career paths available to you. The Australian College of Applied Professions’s (ACAP’s) degrees of difference have been shaping futures for over four decades. As a global leader in the vast field of applied psychology, our professionally accredited qualifications contribute to societal well-being, embodying values of integrity, equity, and social justice. Join our on-campus info night and discover our industry-driven programs led, meet our industry experts teacher and see how ACAP can help you achieve a career that’ll make a real degree of difference.

https://www.acap.edu.au/events/sydney-campus-info-night/


Australian College of Applied Professions Webinar - Social Work Information Session

7 May

Can you imagine yourself making a difference in a not-for-profit organisation, or working in the criminal justice system, or the government? These are just a few career options you have with a qualification in Social Work.

In this real-time online information session Professor Annie Venville will share insights into studying Social Work at ACAP and provide details of courses you could take to help others develop better self-awareness for a more positive path in life.

https://www.acap.edu.au/events/online-info-session-social-work/


Australian College of Applied Professions Webinar - Criminology Information Session

7 May

Can you imagine yourself working in investigations, intelligence, or even corporate crime? These are just a few career options you have with a qualification in Criminology.

In this real-time online information session Matthew Thurgood will share insights into studying Criminology at ACAP and ultimately provide insights into what courses you could take to gain skills, influence positive change and develop practical responses that can have a positive impact on criminal justice issues.

https://www.acap.edu.au/events/online-info-session-criminology/


Australian College of Applied Professions Webinar - Counselling Information Session

8 May

Can you imagine yourself in child protection or helping people through grief or addictive behaviour? These are just a few career options you have with a qualification in Counselling.

In this real-time online information session Dr Timothy Hsi will share insights into studying Counselling at ACAP and highlight what courses you could take to help others develop better self-awareness for a more positive path in life.

https://www.acap.edu.au/events/online-info-session-counselling/


Australian College of Applied Professions Webinar - Psychology Information Session

9 May

Can you imagine yourself in a fascinating research role, contributing to mental health services or as a specialist in private practice? These are just a few career options you have with a qualification in Psychology.

In this real-time online information session Professor John Reece will share insights into studying Psychology at ACAP and ultimately provide you with information on courses you could study, and delve into the scientific research of individuals, society and culture.

https://www.acap.edu.au/events/online-info-session-counselling/


Wombat Books Illustration Challenge

Closes 1 July

We're seeking original illustrations from Australian school-aged students (aged 5-18) to publish in a unique picture book by the team at Wombat Books.

The Challenge has been established in order to provide aspiring young illustrators with the opportunity to be published in a professionally produced children's book and gain an introduction into the world of illustrating.

Winning illustrations will be published in a new book which is due for release in 2024. Illustrators will receive two free copies of the book. They will also be acknowledged on the Wombat Books website. Judging decisions will be made by Wombat Books.

This is the sixth challenge Wombat Books has run. We want to create a unique and special picture book by Aussie children for everyone to treasure and have fun with.

https://wombatrhiza.com.au/illustration-challenge/


Australian Space Design Competition

Registration Closes 30 June

The Australian Space Design Competition (ASDC) is designed for secondary school students with a passion for space, or are considering a future in STEM fields.

Teams of up to 12 grade 8 - 12 students respond to an engineering Request For Tender (RFT) and design a futuristic space settlement, planning structural engineering, operations and infrastructure, personnel factors, automation, and business development. See myour TAS teacher. 

https://ausspacedesign.org.au/asdc/


Romeo and Juliet at The Seymour Centre

21-31 May

Watch a full-length production of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet specially designed for young audiences at the Seymour Centre. Characterised by a true vison of today's youth, the play is performed by some of Australia’s most exciting young actors of Shakespeare, creating an authenticity to the characters. Following each daytime performance is a Q&A with the director Damien Ryan. Please see your English Teacher.

https://www.seymourcentre.com/event/romeo-and-juliet/