C1055d Choose Your Career Student Guide 2012 WEB

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ContentsThis guide is

designed to helpYear 10 studentsplan their Year 11 andYear 12 studies inpreparation for themany options available

school.

Charles Sturt University(CSU) has an excellentreputation for providing

professional educationthrough hands-on courses thatensure our graduates get a job.in 2010 went into full-timeemployment within four months ofgraduation.

The theoretical components ofour courses are relevant andalso enjoy yourself at CSU as mostof our undergraduate coursesinclude work-based experience andplacements. We look for ways toensure your success.

study at uni, remember to keep your options open and talk to theadvisers at CSU.

Stepping into the next stage of your life .......................................................................2

Where is Charles Sturt University? .................................................................................4 ...........................................................................................................6

- Living at CSU .............................................................................................................6

- Clubs and societies ....................................................................................................6

-What teaching facilities are there?......................................................................7

open day every day ................................................................................................................7

Give yourself the best chance ............................................................................................8

- Work experience ........................................................................................................8

- Portfolio .......................................................................................................................8- Giving back to the community .................................................................................8

Good sources of advice ........................................................................................................9

HSC Online ..............................................................................................................................9

Pathways to CSU ................................................................................................................. 10

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- Darrambal ................................................................................................................ 11 ....................................................................................................................... 11

CSU Global - study overseas ............................................................................................ 11

Going to uni ........................................................................................................................... 12

- Costs .......................................................................................................................... 12

- Accommodation ........................................................................................................ 12

- Help with costs ........................................................................................................ 12

Scholarships ......................................................................................................................... 12

Frequently asked questions .............................................................................................. 13MyDay .................................................................................................................................... 13

What will I study? .............................................................................................................. 14

Choosing your subjects for Years 11 and 12 ................................................................15

Watch this space ................................................................................................................ 19

Your dream career .............................................................................................................19

University terms ................................................................................................................. 20


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S t e p p i n g i n t o t h e

How do I choose my subjects for Years 11 and 12?

It is really important that you choose subjects you like and feel you will do well in. It is helpfulif you will use those subjects in the future in your working life or study, however this is notalways necessary. The best way to give yourself the most options is by achieving well at theHSC (or equivalent) and gaining a higher ATAR.

What are prerequisite subjects?

Some university courses require that you complete certain subjects in Year 11 and 12

that relate to the course content so you will have the background knowledge needed tounderstand the course. These required subjects are called prerequisite subjects. When youstudy with Charles Sturt University (CSU), no courses have prerequisite subjects in theirrequirements for application.

What is assumed knowledge?

Some university courses assume a level of prior knowledge. For example, some sciencecourses expect you to have studied chemistry, biology or physics in Years 11 and 12, whileall education courses assume a certain level of English, and some courses may requiremaths at a higher level.

How will I get into a course?

NSW and interstate school leavers are normally offered a place in a university course basedon their ATAR or interstate equivalent. You may also be admitted on the basis of a strongperformance in subjects relevant to your course preferences. Some courses have otherselection processes such as interviews, auditions, submission of portfolios and/or completionof questionnaires in addition to or supplementing standard University entry requirements.Some CSU study areas that have these include:

Communication and Creative Industries (e.g. Journalism and Acting)

Some Allied Health and Medical Science courses (e.g. Paramedics and Dental Science)

Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Services) - but this has a great scholarship!

Bachelor of Veterinary Biology / Bachelor of Veterinary Science

For information on the admission requirements for the course you may be interested in,check its online course brochure. Visit: www.csu.edu.au/courses

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university can still be part of the nextstage of your life!

If you decide to take a gap yearto travel or work, you can enrol ina university degree but not startstudying until 6, 12, 18 or even 24

months later just by deferring youroffer. For some courses, you alsohave the option of studying part-timewhile you work, or try our SingleSubject Study option.

If you are considering going touniversity straight after completing

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What if I’m not sure what I want to do?

While selecting subjects for Year 11 and 12 can be an importantstep to university, there’s no need to worry if you don’t know what youwant to do yet, or if you change your mind about your career direction,because:

some CSU degrees have similar subjects in the rst year,which allows students to commence a course and, if they wishto change, apply to another course after the rst year, usually

with credit for subjects completed. CSU offers several general studies courses, including the Bachelor of

Business Studies, Bachelor of Educational Studies, Bachelor of GeneralStudies (Science) and the Bachelor of Liberal Studies (Arts), that allowyou to construct a program of study to suit your own needs, giving youheaps of exibility.

students can also study one subject at a time through CSU’s SingleSubject Study program, which is a great way to sample university studybefore commencing your degree.

I’m not sure I can handle university study

CSU offers programs to help improve your study skills before you commenceyour degree:

our STUDY LINK program offers introductory short courses in many different subjectsthat you can complete before you start your university studies, or in the rst session

the Darrambal program offers Indigenous students the opportunity to attenduniversity-style classes, to learn skills needed for success at university, and to meetlecturers and other staff in a supportive environment

CSU’s Pathway Program, the Diploma of General Studies, provides an option for recentschool leavers who are interested in studying at Charles Sturt University but do notmeet the entry criteria or who require further preparation. Students from Indigenousbackgrounds can also choose the Diploma of Indigenous and General Studies

CSU and TAFE offer a range of Articulated and Integrated Programs.

Visit www.csu.edu.au/tafe for more details.

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Work experience

Work experience is a great way to be a stepahead of the rest when applying for coursesthat have a high ATAR, or require you to

submit a portfolio or attend an interviewbecause it demonstrates your enthusiasmand commitment to that area of study.

Work experience allows you to participatein the day-to-day activities of a professionthat interests you. It is the perfect way toget a taste of a particular career area beforeyou commit to studying it at university. Thekey to making the most of work experienceopportunities is to work in different industries

so you can compare career areas and ndout which one best suits your interests.

Portfolio

If the course you are interested in studyingrequires you to submit a portfolio duringthe application process, you should startcollecting examples of your work now andadd to your portfolio during the nal years

of schooling. If you have a wide range of examples by the time you nish school, youare in a better position to rene your portfolio.Work completed while on work experienceshould also be included in your portfolio.

Giving back to the community

Giving back to the community is importantfor your growth as an individual as itdemonstrates how rewarding giving to

others can be, for both those on thereceiving end and for those contributingtheir services. CSU recognises thesebenets and consequently places greatvalue on community service when issuingscholarships to students.

Have you ever participated in the Red Shield Appeal or other voluntary activity? Perhapsyou are a member of the Girls’ Brigadeor Scouts, or participated in the Duke of

Edinburgh’s Award? If so, you are doing yourbit to give back to the community. There areso many different ways in which you canserve your community, whether it be pickingup rubbish on Clean Up Australia Day,participating in Relay For Life, or contributingarticles to your local newspaper.

CSU is also committed to serving its regionalcommunities. Students conduct practical

placements in local hospitals, newsrooms,schools and small businesses, gaining theskills they need to enter the workforce whileat the same time serving the community inwhich they are studying.

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Frequently asked questions...

MyDay offers high school studentsthe unique opportunity to experiencea day in the life of a uni student.MyDay is designed so CSU’s Schoolscan showcase their courses to highschool students who have expressed aparticular interest in that area of study.

These days aim to give students a tasteof ‘living and learning’ on campus atCSU and the opportunity to nd outabout the courses available. Studentswill also receive key information aboutopportunities and support available tomake their goals achievable.

For further information speak to yourschool’s Careers Advisor or contactthe University on 1800 334 733 or visit:www.csu.edu.au/myday

Register your interest for a MyDayevent online through our online coursebrochures at: www.csu.edu.au/courses

YOUR UNIVERSITY FOR A DAY

It’s all about exibility and support at CSU. Anumber of courses have similar subjects in their rst

year, so you may be able to apply to change to anothercourse at the end of the year. There are cut-off

dates for changes, so please ask early.

When you’re at uni, you are responsible for ensuring you

hand in your assignments on time, however CSU offers greatstudent support and assistance with library resources. You canalways ask your lecturers, and you can set up a student

group to discuss what you are learning.

How many hours would I

A full-time course requires attendance at lectures/ tutorials, forum participation and study that can total

around 35 hours per week – equivalent to a full-time job. Youmay not have to attend classes every day, but should do

some review, class preparation or assignment work

most days to ensure you do well.

How will I

Many CSU students have relocated to studyand are looking to make new friends. The extra-

curricular activities offered by CSU assist all students toestablish networks away from the classroom, helping to formthe friendships they will cherish for life. Whether you live on

or off campus, getting involved in uni life is the best

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Assumed knowledge – refers to subjects theUniversity recommends you complete prior tostarting the course.

ATAR – Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank. The gure is used by UAC / VTAC to calculatethe entrance ranking for on campus courses.

Bachelor degree – the award a studentgains when they have completed studies in

an undergraduate course, which is usuallycompleted in three or four years of full-timestudy.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP) – a student’s enrolment in a university degreefor which the Commonwealth governmentmakes a contribution towards the cost of thatstudent’s education. Formerly known as aHECS place.

Credit – if you have previously studied,perhaps at TAFE, or have other RecognisedPrior Learning (RPL), you may be able toreceive credit for a subject or subjects in yourcourse.

Double degree – a student can enhancetheir career opportunities by completing adouble degree. This integrates studies in twocomplementary areas resulting in the award of two degrees, usually after four years of study.

Defer – to delay starting your course.Deferring your offer of a place in a coursemeans you would like to delay startingyour course for six, 12, 18 or 24 months.Deferment ensures you are guaranteed yourplace in your selected course, but allowsyou some ‘breathing space’ between thedemands of the HSC and starting a new lifeat university.

Faculty – a department within a universitydevoted to a particular area of study. AtCSU we have the faculties of Arts, Business,Education and Science.

HECS-HELP – a loan scheme that assistseligible Commonwealth supported studentsto pay their student contribution. You may payyour student contribution upfront to CSU andreceive a 10% discount, or defer payment

through the Australian taxation system via aHECS-HELP loan.

When you are looking intouniversity study, you might comeacross some terms you are unfamiliar

with. This list may help you understandwhat is being talked about.

U n i v e r s i t y t e r m s

Honours – many four-year Bachelor degreesintegrate a year of Honours study, offering apass stream or Honours stream in the nalyear of the course. The Honours year allowsstudents to focus on an area that intereststhem, and this may be helpful with careerprospects on completion. Some three-yearcourses offer a separate year of Honoursstudy.

Lecture – a period of teaching given by alecturer to a large group of students

Major study – an area within a course thatallows in-depth study in a particular eld. A major usually consists of eight relatedsubjects. More than one major may beallowed in a course.

Minor study – a grouping of between fourand seven subjects within a course, allowingstudents to focus on a particular eld.

Prerequisite – a set of conditions (usuallycompletion of a subject) that must be metby a student before enrolment in a particularsubject is permitted.

Prospective Student Adviser (PSA) – CSUhas several PSAs who are available todiscuss CSU course options withprospective students

Tutorial – a period of teaching given to asmall group of students, involving discussionand participation.

UAC – Universities Admissions Centre (NSWand ACT) Pty Ltd. All NSW and ACT studentswho wish to apply for full-time on campuscourses must apply online through UAC or VTAC.

Undergraduate – a person studying atuniversity for a rst level degree,e.g. at bachelor level.

VTAC – Victorian Tertiary AdmissionsCentre. Students who do not reside in NSWor ACT who wish to apply to courses at Albury-Wodonga Campus apply through VTAC

Workplace learning – practical training in

a working environment, such as internshipsor practicums, similar to work experience.Many CSU degrees incorporate this as partof your hands-on learning.

Important

Charles Sturt University aims to ensure the information

contained in this guide is accurate and up-to-date. Persons

intending to act on any information contained herein should rst

check with Charles Sturt University to ascertain whether any

later information is available in respect of the relevant material.

Charles Sturt University, its representatives and employees

will not be liable for any loss or damage arising directly or

indirectly from the possession, publication or use of or reliance

on information obtained from this publication. It is provided in

good faith without express or implied warranty.





For more information, visit:

www.csu.edu.au orphone 1800 334 733

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