Access Melbourne

Access Melbourne is a special entry and access scheme offered by the University of Melbourne to domestic students. By applying through Access Melbourne, students can be assured that any circumstances that have affected their education will be considered when the university assesses their Year 12 results. Access Melbourne can assist eligible students to enter a course even if their ATAR is below the lowest selection ranked ATAR and to also be considered for a Melbourne Access scholarship. Access Melbourne consideration is available to domestic Year 12 students who apply for Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) via VTAC. The closing date for submissions is 7 October 2022.

Where can an Arts Degree take you?
There is often the debate about the value of an Arts Degree and what kind of role an Arts graduate could find in industry. The list of roles is quite varied, and includes -

• Teaching & educational administration

• International aid and trade agencies
• Arts production and management
• Public service and social welfare agencies
• General management and administration (local and global)
• Communications industry, publishing, media, and public relations
• Tourism and hospitality

One of the very important things for students to note, is that an Arts student learns skills that are very transferrable in industry. These include communication skills, critical thinking and reading skills, analytical skills, and research skills – browse Career FAQS - What to do with your Arts Degree to learn more. Monash University recently shared an excellent YouTube video about a Career with a Bachelor of Arts.

Studying the Bachelor of Applied Innovation alongside another Degree
Swinburne University is introducing the Bachelor of Applied Innovation to be studied in conjunction with a number of other degrees. With just one extra year, students get to graduate with a double degree.

Depending on the degree a student chooses to study alongside the Bachelor of Applied Innovation, various skills will be developed, including –

• a student’s collaboration, creativity, and complex problem-solving skills in real-world contexts.
• how to apply innovation toolkits, prototype solutions and participate in challenges such as innovation sprints inspired by their passions and interests.
• gaining the practical and technical skills to think strategically about how to employ innovative ideas in their studies and in the broader society.
• learning how to make decisions of impact, based on analytical and strategic thinking, human understanding, and respect for future generations – with supporting technological know-how.
• undertaking placements, internships or industry-based project work, and benefit from interdisciplinary, experiential learning. Students will tap into their creativity, curiosity, and leadership potential as they gain the skills to build a better future.

The following double degrees including Applied Innovation are on offer. Students are encouraged to browse the links that provide more details about the core and major units on offer in the Applied Innovation degree as they do differ from double degree to double degree:

• Bachelor of Accounting/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Animation/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Aviation/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Business Information Systems/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Criminal Justice and Criminology/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Design/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Games and Interactivity/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Health Science/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Media and Communication/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Applied Innovation
• Bachelor of Screen Production/Bachelor of Applied Innovation

Physiotherapist, Chiropractor, Osteopath and Myotherapist

What is the difference? In November 2020 an article by Charlotte Ganderton and Matthew King was published on the ABC website addressing this very topic, and the fact that all four types of therapy come highly recommended to assist people in managing their aches and pains. To sum up the article –

In Australia, physiotherapists, osteopaths, and chiropractors have extensive university training and are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Myotherapists complete an advanced diploma or bachelor’s degree in myotherapy or "musculoskeletal therapy” but are not registered with AHPRA.

The article goes on to state that a physiotherapist assesses your problem, provides a diagnosis, and helps you understand what's wrong while considering your general health, activities, and lifestyle. The physiotherapist treats your complaint with a variety of "active" therapies, such as exercise programs and hydrotherapy.

A chiropractor works on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the muscles, ligaments, tendons, bones and joints, and the effect on the nervous system.

They have an emphasis on passive manual treatments, including joint and soft-tissue manipulation, and spinal adjustments. They may also prescribe exercises to help you rehabilitate from your condition as well as provide dietary advice.

An osteopath focuses on the muscular and nervous systems, assessing the structure of the body to determine its impact on function. Treatment involves a combination of active and passive therapies, including joint manipulation and mobilisation, massage, as well as postural advice and exercise programs.

Finally, a myotherapist works to assist your aches and pains by focusing on the muscles and joints. They offer a range of mostly "hands-on" treatments including dry needling, massage, and joint mobilisation, but can also prescribe exercises.

Students can access the full article at Physiotherapist, chiropractor, osteopath and myotherapist: what's the difference and which one should I visit?

What does a Clinical Neuropsychologist do?

A clinical neuropsychologist specialises in the assessing and diagnosing of brain impairment and how this affects thinking skills, emotions, behaviour and personality. These specialists are also involved in the rehabilitation and management of the effects of brain impairment and often work with other health professionals.

To find out more about a career as a Clinical Neuropsychologist, visit Clinical Neuropsychologist.

Career in Veterinary Nursing
The Good Careers Guide * states that Veterinary Nurses provide support to veterinarians in the management and care of animals receiving medical and surgical treatment.

The Personal requirements for a Veterinary Nurse include -

• Enjoying working with animals
• Able to handle animals with confidence and patience
• Able to make accurate observations
• Having good communication skills
• Having good organisational skills
• Being able to work as part of a team
• Being caring and understanding

Some of the tasks a Veterinary Nurse might have to do include –

• Providing animal care advice, and preparing, delivering, and reviewing animal care education programs.
• Assisting Veterinarians to administer anaesthetics and oxygen during operations.
• Holding animals to allow examination and treatment by Veterinarians.
• May act as receptionist, accept payments, and undertake clerical work.
• Giving medications to animals.
• Placing animals in cages for recovery from operations and monitoring their condition.
• Maintaining stock control and records.
• May perform diagnostic laboratory tests.
• Preparing instruments and handing them to the Veterinarian.
• Cleaning and sterilising examination tables and equipment.

* The Goods Careers Guide – Veterinary Nursing

Veterinary Nurses need to have a minimum of a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, although qualifications can include diplomas and bachelor degrees. Some of these can be found at Box Hill Institute, Melbourne Polytechnic, and La Trobe University.

Accounting and Business Information Technology (Professional)

The Bachelor of Accounting and Business Information Technology (Professional) is a prestigious industry degree highly integrated with the real world to maximise your employment outcomes.

In this practical and hands-on course, students will:

• Explore how people, information, computers, networks, and processes come together to create cohesive business solutions.
• Learn how to use accounting systems to record and analyse business activities, prepare financial statements and management reports, and employ financial statements to guide investment decisions.
• Understand how to use information from financial accounting systems to develop operating strategies and evaluate business performance.
• Gain skills in designing, building, and implementing software solutions, analysing existing systems, and recommending solutions to address the information needs of organisations.

Leading Australian organisations are involved in the design of this course and in the professional development students. Industry partners include Deloitte, EY, NAB, PwC, Pitcher Partners, Siemens, Unico, and Viva Energy.

In the final year, there is a Business Information Systems Industry Project whereby students team up with other students to work on a real project briefed to them by an industry partner.

Find out more at Bachelor of Accounting and Business Information Technology (Professional).

Freight, Transport, and Logistics Industry

An industry that is continuing to grow is in transport and logistics. There are many careers in this diverse industry from actually driving a truck or train, to being part of the logistics team involved in the planning and distribution of freight and people. A particularly important part of this industry is in international freight ­– be it freight coming into Australia (imports) from all over the world, or cargo being sent from Australia (exports). People involved in this do not move the freight themselves, but instead act as an agent, connecting exporters, importers, and various transportation services like shipping, air freight, road transport, and rail.

An interesting website to visit is Make Your Move and students can also access videos of current students training in this industry.

There are two universities in Melbourne that offer dedicated logistic courses – RMIT and Victoria University. Students are encouraged to browse the following links providing more information about these courses:

• Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) at RMIT

Designed to help to develop a students’ knowledge and interest in contemporary issues central to the logistics and supply chain management industry. This unique degree prepares students for this essential industry, providing them with sought-after knowledge, and both hard and soft skills to allow them to thrive in a challenging and rewarding career. Throughout their studies, students will focus on developing end-to-end supply chain knowledge to deal with day-to-day and strategic supply chain issues.

• Diploma of Logistics at RMIT

Designed to give students an understanding of key business areas while they develop specialist knowledge in transport and logistics planning, blockchain in supply chain management, and operations and risk management. This combination of skills, plus opportunities to engage in practical projects and collaborate globally with students and clients, will prepare students to move straight into the workforce after graduation, or to continue on into the bachelor degree.

• Bachelor of Business (Supply Chain and Logistics Management) at Victoria University

Students enrol into the Bachelor of Business and study the Supply Chain and Logistics Management major. This major will enable students to pursue a business career in logistics and supply chain management, export/import operations. This major will also give students the skills to work closely with other companies in areas like manufacturing and services.

Logistics units/subjects are often offered in business degrees at universities.

Students are encouraged to browse VTAC for a comprehensive list of what is on offer across tertiary institutions in Victoria.

News from Victoria University

• New Bachelor of Data Science

The Bachelor of Data Science has been designed for students with an interest in statistics, data analysis, machine learning and software development. The course has an industry-focused curriculum with a focus in practical expertise.

With market information and technology evolving at great speed, skilled professionals are needed to transform data into actionable insights for business. The Bachelor of Data Science is designed to meet this demand and give students the tools to analyse trends for business success, and launch a career perfectly aligned to industry needs.

Students will gain targeted expertise in:

• mathematics and statistics
• exploratory data analysis
• machine learning
• regression
• classification
• clustering techniques
• text analytics
• image and speech processing.

The VCE entry requirements are the completion of the VCE or equivalent, Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English, plus a study score of at least 20 in Mathematics (any).
Find out more about this course at Bachelor of Data Science.

Studying Design Courses at RMIT

Whether you’re passionate about graphic or interior design, merchandising or animation, study at the #1 design university in Asia Pacific.

RMIT offers a range of courses for students who are creative, curious, and keen on studying the creative arts.

Students are encouraged to browse this link to find out about all that is on offer.

Qantas Engineering are offering an apprenticeship program at their hangar facility based at Melbourne Airport. In early 2023, they’re looking to take 15 apprentices to support their aircraft maintenance operations with the recruitment process likely to start around September this year. For more information on the types of apprentices available, please click here: https://www.qantas.com/au/en/about-us/qantas-careers/programs/apprenticeship-program.html

Interested? Click on link above to confirm application details and then notify me immediately if you would like assistance with your application.

Difference between a Bachelor of Laws and the Juris Doctor

The Good Universities Guide provides a useful summary of the many types of law degrees that one can study for in Australia. Two such courses are:

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
The Bachelor of Laws is typically a 4-year degree and is open to school leavers with a high enough ATAR (or equivalent) score. This undergraduate degree fulfills the academic side of qualifying for admission into legal practice.

Juris Doctor (JD) -
The Juris Doctor is a postgraduate degree that typically takes 3 years. It is equivalent to enrolling in a LLB as a graduate. The main advantage of a JD over a LLB is that programs are designed to suit graduate students. Students should note though, that the JD normally costs far more than the LLB as, apart from generally higher tuition fees, postgraduate status means students miss out on government financial concessions for undergraduate study.

Students are encouraged to browse Top Law Schools and Degrees in Australia to learn more.

• New Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice degree
  

The Thomas More Law School has introduced the Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice.

Already proving popular with students in 2022, this course explores the causes of antisocial behaviour and develops the knowledge and expertise needed to make a valuable contribution in the criminal justice sector. Students gain a deep understanding of the complex causes and impact of crime, and the legal and social policies that keep society safe. The degree includes studies in forensic psychology, forensic science, cybercrime, border protection and biosecurity and understanding violence and trauma. All criminology students also undertake a community engagement in the third year of the course.
Find out more at Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice.

Career as a Paramedic
Deciding to become a paramedic is a life-changing decision. For many the first decision they want to make is to decide what type of paramedic training they need.

Being a paramedic is about a lot more than lights and sirens and rushing to help someone in need. Paramedics perform clinical procedures, administer drugs, maintain patient records and decide the most appropriate medical facility to take someone to.

There are different types of paramedics – visit Types of Paramedics.

To find out more about being a paramedic in Victoria, browse the Ambulance Victoria website at Paramedics.