Teaching & Learning Update – Term 3 Week 6

In a time of rapid technological change, Newman College is proud to be the first school in Western Australia to offer an AI course approved by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) as a School-Developed Endorsed course. This course not only prepares students for life after school but also contributes credits towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education.

Our course, AI Empowerment: Equipping Students for an Intelligent Future, is designed to meet the needs of students in Western Australia today. To thrive in modern society, every person needs to be ‘digitally literate’—meaning they should have the basic digital skills to succeed in the workplace (Bawden, 2008). By 2030, there will be a demand for 161,000 specialist AI workers in Australia (CSIRO, 2019), which makes it crucial that we equip our students with the skills and knowledge they will need in an AI-driven world.

Students graduating in 2030, like those currently in Year 6, will face this new reality, yet many of them, and those in later years, currently have limited understanding of AI. Our course aims to fill this gap, focusing on empowering students, particularly those in Years 10-12, as they prepare for life after school. Whilst mapping our digital technology electives in the middle secondary school to begin empowerment even earlier.

It is vital that schools, from primary through to secondary, teach AI concepts so that future generations can become informed citizens who understand the technologies they use every day. Students need to develop AI literacy to live, learn, and work in the digital world (Steinbauer et al., 2021). By giving secondary students, the chance to learn about the basics of AI—its science, possibilities, limits, and social and economic impacts—we prepare them for further AI studies or careers (Heintz, 2021). Introducing AI concepts early in their education sets a strong foundation for their future, fostering curiosity and innovation in young minds and setting them up for lifelong learning and exploration.

Our course emphasises real-world learning experiences. Through hands-on activities, students see how AI can automate and enhance tasks (Ali et al., 2022). The course also nurtures creativity—a uniquely human trait that is less likely to be automated. Encouraging creativity helps students use AI to generate new ideas and innovative solutions, making them more employable in the future. As AI becomes part of many industries, understanding AI concepts, applications, and ethics will become even more valuable. This course prepares students for success, whether they choose AI-related careers or become developers of AI technologies. It also helps develop a generation of AI-literate professionals who can navigate and contribute to our rapidly changing technological world and understand their ethical responsibilities when using AI.

By introducing AI concepts before students reach tertiary education or the workforce, and by focusing on critical thinking, ethics, practical skills, and future readiness, this course helps schools equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in the 21st century as traditional academic learning alone no longer meets the demands of the modern world (World Economic Forum, 2016).

Secondary Update – Term 3 Week 4

Year 10 Camp – Adventure Works

On Monday evening, the College was very fortunate to have Scottie and Mary Wood from Adventure Works speak to our staff and then our Year 10 parents and guardians about the upcoming Year 10 Camp. Scottie spoke about the value of camps for our adolescents in providing them with space to challenge themselves and get comfortable with feeling uncomfortable. Mary spoke about the bonds that students create when in these environments, and how these benefit students, Pastoral Care Groups and cohorts in the future. We are looking forward to our students embarking upon this experience in Week 6.

Leadership Program

52 aspiring Year 11 student leaders are currently engaging in our Leadership Program. Over the past couple of weeks, our student leaders have heard from several key staff on topics such as: servant leadership, the influence of values, leadership styles and legacy. Our Year 11 students have actively engaged in these workshops: sharing ideas, promoting active listening and demonstrating a love of work. All formal applications are due on Friday 9 August, with voting for students and staff commencing in Week 5.

Guild Athletics Carnival

Our Guild Athletics Carnival was held on Thursday 1 August and despite the concerning forecast, it was the perfect day for an Athletics Carnival. Guild spirit was alive and well, and there was healthy competition and keen participation across the day. Marcellin Guild retained the Guild Athletics Shield for the second year in a row, and Thomas More won the Guild Spirit award. Thank you to Mrs Marnie Barrett, Miss Kate Thayer, our Guild Coordinators, Health and PE staff and all of our Marcellin staff for their efforts and support of such a fantastic day.

Celebration Assembly – Wednesday 14 August

On Wednesday 14 August, the Year 10, 11 and 12 students will gather in the gym to celebrate our high achievers across these year groups from Semester One. Year 10 students who received three or more academic excellence awards will be acknowledged, along with our Year 11 and Year 12 General High Achievers and our students with a predicted ATAR of over 90 based on their Semester One results. We look forward to welcoming parents and guardians of our high achievers to the College to celebrate their achievements as a community.

State Representation

Congratulations to the following students for selection in the Western Australian teams in their respective sports:

  • Ruby Hankinson (Year 10) – Ruby is a member of the Gymnastics Western Australia State Team and recently attended the Australian Gymnastics Championships on the Gold Coast for the second year in a row. She competed as an Aerobic Gymnast and this year made the final in a very competitive field.
  • Savannah Doyle (Year 12) – Savanah is a member of the Gymnastics Western Australia State Team and recently attended the Australian Gymnastics Championships on the Gold Coast
  • Jackson Paynter (Year 10) – Jackson represented WA in the 2024 School Sports Australia Swimming Championships, competing in 7 events and 1 final achieving PB’s across all strokes.
  • Rhys Fowler (Year 8) – Rhys represented WA in the 2024 School Sports Australia Swimming Championships, competing in 6 events including the 400m Individual Medley and the 100 Butterfly, where he achieved a PB.
  • Kaydee Van Deventer (Year 8) – Kaydee represented WA in the 2024 School Sports Australia Swimming Championships, competing in 7 events, making 6 finals and winning silver in the 50m Butterfly and bronze in the 100m Butterfly.

State Representation is an honour and an important stepping stone in an athlete’s journey. We commend these students for their dedication and commitment to their sport.

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 10 

Subject selection for Year 11, 2025 

Thank you to all families who participated in the subject selection process for Year 11, 2025. The College is currently finalising missing selections and constructing the timetable for 2025. 

VET Certificates (TAFE courses) and Work Experience for 2025 

Please see this link for information about applying for VET Certificates for 2025: Applying for VET Certificates for 2025.pdf 

The College will open applications for 2025 Work Experience in Term 4 of 2024.  

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 11 

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 ‘List B’ (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

For students considering UniReady / UniPath in Year 12 

A reminder to students on the General Pathway who are considering UniReady / UniPath in Year 12 next year. It is expected that students from the General Pathway would have participated in extra-curricular activities such as work experience, VET Certificates, Leadership, Service, and/or College sport. General Pathway students who have not participated in any of these extra-curricular activities may not be eligible for UniReady / UniPath. 

For students thinking of attending University 

VET Certificates (TAFE courses) and Work Experience for 2025 

Please see this link for information about applying for VET Certificates for 2025: Applying for VET Certificates for 2025.pdf 

The College will open applications for 2025 Work Experience in Term 4 of 2024. 

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 12 

Parent and family resources 

Each year, the Australian Government publishes a resource for parents / guardians to assist in career conversations. The 2024 version can be found here: https://www.yourcareer.gov.au/school-leavers-support/parents-and-guardians-guide  

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 ‘List B’ (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

Gap year information 

Students interested in taking a gap year in 2025 might find the following interesting: 

Apprenticeship and Trades information 

The 2024 edition of the Apprentice Intake Guide has now been published. This guide is a large listing of many different apprenticeship opportunities available. 

Students and families can access the Guide here: https://asa.cciwa.com/mp-files/intake-guide.pdf/ 

ATAR Examinations Timetable 2024 

The 2024 ATAR examinations timetable can be found at the links below: 

ATAR Written Exams Timetable 

ATAR Practical Exams Timetable 

University Information 

Early Offers 

Students and families are advised that applications for University in 2025 are open as of 1 May 2024. Early Offers for University in 2025 will not be made to students until 2 September 2024. The currently available information about Early Offers is in the table below. 

University Early Offer Information 
Curtin University Early Offers are available for ATAR and non-ATAR students. Must achieve WACE and meet any prerequisites. Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference. If your predicted ATAR is five points above the ATAR score required for your selected course, you will receive an early offer that secures your place in Semester 1, 2025. Your offer won’t be dependent on your final Year 12 ATAR score. You will still need to complete WACE and meet the English and subject requirements for your course.   If your predicted ATAR is less than five points above the ATAR score required for your course, you will still receive an early offer for a place at Curtin. You will need to achieve a final ATAR that meets course entry requirements, and meet WACE, English and subjects requirements for the course. If you are not studying the ATAR Pathway, your early offer will be conditional upon you meeting the admission criteria for your chosen course, achieving WACE and meeting Curtin’s English requirements.  
Edith Cowan University (ECU) Early Offer calculated from your most recent school results including exams. Must achieve WACE and meet any prerequisites. Early Offers for Certificate IV and UniReady/UniPath students will be conditional on passing. Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference. Offers will be made on 2 September, 23 September, 14 October, 18 November and 2 December. Allow around 2 weeks for us assess your application. List of courses available for Early Offers is at: https://www.ecu.edu.au/degrees/early-offer-program  
Murdoch University Must achieve WACE and meet any prerequisites. Early Offers for Certificate IV and UniReady/UniPath students will be conditional on passing. Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference.  
Notre Dame University Must be completing the ATAR Pathway in Year 12. Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference. Offers will be made on 2 September, 20 September, 4 October, 11 December. Allow a few weeks for us assess your application. In the application you will be asked to provide details about your non-academic achievements and commitments, which may include work, caring responsibilities at home, volunteering, sports and school leadership, among others. Further information and eligible courses at https://www.notredame.edu.au/study/applications-and-admissions/pathways/early-offer   
University of Western Australia Must be completing the ATAR Pathway in Year 12. Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference. All students must satisfy UWA’s English requirements and any subject prerequisite requirements. Students can apply for an Early Offer for all degrees with UWA excluding Assured Pathways to Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy and Podiatric Medicine or the Bachelor of Biomedicine (specialised). Further information at: https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/early-offers/FAQs   

Information about University entry 

University scholarships 

Curtin University Search scholarships | Curtin University, Perth, Australia  
Edith Cowan University (ECU) ECU | Overview : Scholarships  
Murdoch University Scholarship finder (murdoch.edu.au)  
Notre Dame University Find a Scholarship | Notre Dame  
University of Western Australia (UWA) The University of Western Australia : Scholarships (uwa.edu.au)  
Christian Leaders Scholarship https://ichthys.org.au/christian-leaders-scholarship/ 

UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS 

EVENT DATE LINK 
Engineering Open Evening (UWA) 13 August https://seek.uwa.edu.au/engineering-open-night?studyLevel=Undergraduate&aoi=Engineering 
Careers in the Australian Government (online) 15 August Microsoft Teams link 
Business and Commerce Information Evening (UWA) 21 August https://seek.uwa.edu.au/Business-and-commerce-open-night?studyLevel=Undergraduate&aoi=Business%20and%20commerce 
Careers in the Australian Government (online) 22 August Microsoft Teams link 
Open Day (SAE Creative Media Institute) 24 August https://sae.edu.au/event/open-day-perth/  
WAAPA Tour (ECU) 27 August https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1167027
Social Work Information Evening (ECU) 27 August https://www.trybooking.com/CTMTF  
Health and Education Information Evening (Murdoch) 28 August https://www.murdoch.edu.au/events/all-events/mu-open-nights-health-education 
Data and Computer Science Open Evening (UWA) 28 August https://seek.uwa.edu.au/data-and-computer-science-open-night?studyLevel=Undergraduate&aoi=Data%20and%20computer%20science 
Science, IT, Engineering Information Evening (Murdoch) 29 August https://www.murdoch.edu.au/events/all-events/mu-open-nights-sciences-information-technology-engineering-maths 
Nursing and Midwifery Open Evening (ECU) 30 August https://www.trybooking.com/CPQJF 
Pathways to Health and Medicine (Notre Dame) 31 August link here 
Undergraduate Course Expo (Curtin) 4 September https://events.curtin.edu.au/UGcourseexpo_Sep2024/register  
Business and Law Information Evening (Murdoch) 4 September https://www.murdoch.edu.au/events/all-events/mu-open-night-business-law-humanities-arts-social-sciences 
Science and Maths Information Evening (ECU) 4 September https://www.trybooking.com/COKLI 
Engineering Information Evening (ECU) 6 September https://www.trybooking.com/COXTM 
Medical and Health Sciences Information Evening (ECU) 11 September https://www.trybooking.com/COKMA 
Teacher Education Information Evening (ECU) 12 September https://www.trybooking.com/COKLT 
Computing and Cybersecurity Information Evening (ECU) 17 September https://www.trybooking.com/COKNO 
Free ATAR Revision Courses 23-27 September https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1208138
Engineering Information Evening (ECU) 9 October https://www.trybooking.com/COKXE 
Year 12 Online Information Evening (Murdoch) 15 October https://www.murdoch.edu.au/events/all-events/year-12-online-information-evening 
WAAPA Tour (ECU) 30 October https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1167027
Future Students Information Evening (ECU) 20 November https://www.trybooking.com/COKYN 
   

From the Principal – Term 3 Week 2

Dear Parents and Guardians 

Catholic Performing Arts Festival 

It is here again! This week marked the beginning of the Catholic Performing Arts Festival, and we have 277 students that entered in this extensive festival. The promotion and celebration of the Arts is as important as any other facet of student involvement and achievement. We are very proud of our talented, dedicated students and staff in the Arts. Our best wishes to all performers in their various events over the next six weeks. 

Preparing for Leadership Year 12 2025 

As the term gets underway, our Year 11 students who have nominated for leadership have begun working through a series of workshops. Yesterday, they gathered at our Morning Mass to receive the community’s blessing and support. There are 52 students applying to serve the College in Portfolio and Guild leadership and they are a wonderful group of young people eager to serve. The leadership process will be concluded by the end of the term and there will be the symbolic handover Class of 2024 and the incoming Year 12 2025 leaders. Please keep these students in your thoughts and prayers.  

Shine Program 

The Shine program operates across our whole College, providing opportunities for extension in learning. Last week, I had the opportunity to sit with the Year 7 Shine class and listen to their developing Shark Tank concepts. The class members were tasked with looking at ways to tackle real-life challenges at school with the view to making experiences better for other students. Several groups were examining ways to help the Year 7 2025 cohort transition smoothly into secondary school. As they worked, it was inspiring to see them grapple with our Vision for Learning pillars: Challenge, Collaborate Create and Celebrate.  

Marist Schools Australia Conference  

Beginning this weekend and concluding on Tuesday evening, the Marist Schools Australia Biennial Conference takes place in Alice Springs. The accompanying image First Light – Reveal the Spirit has been our Marist theme for 2024 and is an image taken from Standley Chasm in Alice Springs. The Conference focuses on enlivening the provision of high quality, contemporary evangelisation, its connection with indigenous spirituality and Catholic education in the Marist tradition. Three Newman College staff will be attending with me and we will also be presenting in one workshop on the topic of school improvement and student growth.

Year 10 Girls AFL Team  

The AFL girls team showed amazing hard work and great teamwork, finishing the day undefeated and winning the Dockers Cup Division 2. Well done and congratulations to the whole team on this fantastic achievement! 

ANDREW WATSON  
PRINCIPAL 

From the Vice Principal – Term 3 Week 2

Uniform and Personal Presentation Expectations

At Newman College, we take great pride in our students representing our community with excellence and integrity. To maintain our high standards, we ask all students and parents to ensure that our uniform guidelines are followed. This includes shirts tucked in, top buttons done up, ties worn properly to the top button, skirts worn at the correct length, and blazers worn to and from school. These expectations apply not only at the College but also in the wider community, including on public transport and when entering and leaving the College grounds.

We encourage parents and guardians to work in partnership with the College to help students uphold our uniform standards. Checking that your child is dressed appropriately before they leave the house or step out of the car will assist in our shared approach to maintaining high standards of uniform. Additionally, we appreciate any effort to reiterate the importance of adhering to uniform requirements and personal presentation at the College. Your efforts to check uniforms and personal presentation prior to your child leaving for school or any College activity is greatly appreciated.

We thank you for continued support.

Attendance and Punctuality

Regular school attendance and punctuality are essential for students’ academic success and wellbeing. Consistent attendance allows students to benefit fully from our learning programs and activities.

We are excited to announce a new resource developed by Ms Sarah Ellam and the Wellbeing team, to support parents in this effort. For more information about this new, evidence-based resource, please check the Secondary section of the newsletter.

If you have concerns about your child’s attendance, please contact the relevant Pastoral Care Group teacher or Leader of Wellbeing.

Marcellin Campus Guild Athletics Carnival

Next Thursday, the Year 7-12 Guild Athletics Carnival takes place at the State Athletics Centre. Students have been preparing hard at pre-carnival events and training with the help of Physical Education and Guild staff. A reminder to families that the day is a compulsory event for all students. We wish all involved the very best and look forward to celebrating outstanding achievement and passionate involvement.

Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD)

The NCCD provides state and federal governments with the information they need to plan more broadly for the support of students with disability. Every year, all schools in Australia participate in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data on School Students with Disability (NCCD). The NCCD process requires schools to identify information already available in the school about supports provided to students with disability. Further details can be found here.

If you have any questions about the NCCD, please contact the Sarah Pagett, Leader of Support and Pedagogy.

For more information click here.

Child Safeguarding Policy

Marist Child Safe Adult Code of Conduct

Code of Conduct for Parents and Adults

Secondary Update – Term 3 Week 2

Wellbeing Week – 5-9 August 2024

Marcellin Campus Attendance

Mr Andrew Watson wrote to families at the end of last term emphasising that every day matters, regardless of whether it is the last day of term, a Guild Carnival or an assessment day. All parents and guardians are required to make every effort to ensure their children attend school. A child may be at educational risk if their attendance falls below 90%. Additionally, low attendance levels can impact a child’s wellbeing and social connections. 

This week, families whose child has a Semester One attendance percentage of below 90% were emailed to alert them of their Semester One attendance percentage and/or request for a meeting to be scheduled with the relevant Leader of Wellbeing.

We acknowledge that there are many reasons for non-attendance at school ranging from personal, medical, family, education, relationship and community factors. This makes school attendance and ongoing attendance rates a complex task in some households. On behalf of our Wellbeing Support Services Team, I would like to share a guide for parents and guardians. This may support them in their efforts to encourage their children to attend school if school attendance is a combination of reluctance to attend AND high levels of distress about attending school: School Can’t: A Guide for Parents and Guardians .

Our goal is to promote strong school attendance and the importance of everyday attendance, whilst working in partnership with families regarding low attendance. If you have concerns about your child’s attendance or ability to attend school, please contact the relevant Leader of Wellbeing.

Secondary Guild Athletics Carnival

Our Guild Athletics Carnival is scheduled for Thursday 1 August at State Athletics Stadium. All students are to make their own way to the stadium and arrive no later than 8.25am. Some buses will depart the College at 8.40am for students who catch Transperth buses to school or walk to school, and will also return to the College at the end of the day. If your child needs to catch the bus from school or back to school, parents/guardians must email kate.thayer@newman.wa.edu.au by Monday 29 July as permission is required.

Students are to sign in with their Guild Coordinator in their Guild bay when they arrive to receive their competitor number. Year 12s are permitted to wear costumes and should arrive in these. Year 12 students are reminded that this is a College event and their costume and clothing choice must reflect this.

The Guild Athletics Carnival is a compulsory event and all students are expected to attend. By way of encouraging Guild spirit, students are discouraged from leaving the event early. If your child needs to leave early from the Carnival, parents/guardians need to contact the relevant Guild Coordinator by Wednesday 31 July and then sign-out at the Admin Office at the stadium.

ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork and Future Innovators Awards

Students in Year 10 and Year 12 are invited to apply for the ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award and/or the ADF Future Innovators Award. Participation in the awards program is open to all Australian schools. Students are asked to nominate themselves by completing the relevant nomination form and emailing it to Mrs Sarah Ellam by Monday 6 August. Students will be presented with the award at the Annual Awards Assembly or the Year 12 Graduation depending on their year level. For further information about these awards, please access the links below:

To nominate for the awards please click on the link below:

Canteen IOUs

Since Term Three has started, our Canteen has experienced an increase in IOU requests and in addition to this, many IOUs remain unpaid. We ask that all families check their email accounts for any unpaid canteen purchases and settle these with the canteen as a priority.

OLNA Support

The College has purchased OLNA.com.au subscriptions for students who are sitting their OLNA assessment this term. Practice questions and full-length practice tests can be found by accessing the following website: https://olna.com.au/

Students can log in using their student email. Their password is their first name with a capital letter eg. John.

In addition to engaging with online practice, students are encouraged to attend targeted workshops which will run after school in the lead-up to the next round of OLNA in the JHN Hub.

TUESDAYWritingMrs Winterbourn Weeks 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
WEDNESDAYReadingMrs Ward Weeks 2, 4, 5, 6, 7
THURSDAYNumeracyMr Schrader Weeks 2,5,7 Mrs Pagett Weeks 4 and 6

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback, please contact Sarah Pagett, Leader of Support and Pedagogy, sarah.pagett@newman.wa.edu.au.

Recognition of State Representation

Congratulations to the following students for selection in the Western Australian teams in their respective sports:

  • Olivia Hildebrandt (Year 11) – Olivia will represent Western Australia in the 2024 School Sports Australia National Cross Country Championship in Yarra Glen Victoria from 20 – 23 August 2024.
  • Jude Tanham (Year 11) – Recently competed in the National Youth and Cadet Fencing competition as a member of the West Australian team, winning a bronze medal.
  • Caitlin Northmore (Year 11) – Recently represented WA in the Under 17 National Beach Volleyball Championships. Caitlin and her partner won the Championship and she was voted MVP for this Division.
  • Will Malajcuk (Year 11) – Will has been selected as one of the youngest players for the Australian Under 19 Cricket Squad, having recently attended a training camp in Queensland, before an upcoming tour of India.
  • James Barnard (Year 11)- James was selected in the WA AFL State 16s squad which recently competed in the  2024 Marsh AFL National Development Championships – U16 Boys

State Representation is an honour and an important stepping stone in an athlete’s journey. We commend these students for their dedication and commitment to their sport.

SARAH ELLAM

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL SECONDARY – ACTING

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 10 

Subject selection for Year 11, 2025 

Thank you to all families who participated in the subject selection process for Year 11, 2025. The College is currently finalising missing selections and constructing the timetable for 2025. 

TAFE and Work Experience for 2025 

For all queries relating to TAFE and/or Work Experience for 2025, please contact Mrs Paula Eade at paula.eade@newman.wa.edu.au  

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 11 

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 ‘List B’ (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

For students considering UniReady / UniPath in Year 12 

A reminder to students on the General Pathway who are considering UniReady / UniPath in Year 12 next year. It is expected that students from the General Pathway would have participated in extra-curricular activities such as work experience, VET Certificates, Leadership, Service, and/or College sport. General Pathway students who have not participated in any of these extra-curricular activities may not be eligible for UniReady / UniPath. 

For students thinking of attending University 

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 12 

Parent and family resources 

Each year, the Australian Government publishes a resource for parents / guardians to assist in career conversations. The 2024 version can be found here: https://www.yourcareer.gov.au/school-leavers-support/parents-and-guardians-guide  

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 ‘List B’ (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

Gap year information 

Students interested in taking a gap year in 2025 might find the following interesting: 

Apprenticeship and Trades information 

The 2024 edition of the Apprentice Intake Guide has now been published. This guide is a large listing of many different apprenticeship opportunities available. 

Students and families can access the Guide here: https://asa.cciwa.com/mp-files/intake-guide.pdf/ 

ATAR Examinations Timetable 2024 

The 2024 ATAR examinations timetable can be found at the links below: 

University information 

Early Offers 

Students and families are advised that applications for University in 2025 are open as of 1 May 2024. Early Offers for University in 2025 will not be made to students until 2 September 2024. The currently available information about Early Offers is in the table below. 

University Early Offer Information 
Curtin University – Early Offers are available for ATAR and non-ATAR students. 
– Must achieve WACE and meet any prerequisites. 
– Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference. 
– If your predicted ATAR is five points above the ATAR score required for your selected course, you will receive an early offer that secures your place in Semester 1, 2025. Your offer won’t be dependent on your final Year 12 ATAR score. You will still need to complete WACE and meet the English and subject requirements for your course.   
– If your predicted ATAR is less than five points above the ATAR score required for your course, you will still receive an early offer for a place at Curtin. You will need to achieve a final ATAR that meets course entry requirements, and meet WACE, English and subjects requirements for the course. 
– If you are not studying the ATAR Pathway, your early offer will be conditional upon you meeting the admission criteria for your chosen course, achieving WACE and meeting Curtin’s English requirements.  
Edith Cowan University (ECU) – Early Offer calculated from your most recent school results including exams. 
– Must achieve WACE and meet any prerequisites. 
– Early Offers for Certificate IV and UniReady/UniPath students will be conditional on passing. 
– Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference. 
– Offers will be made on 2 September, 23 September, 14 October, 18 November and 2 December. Allow around 2 weeks for us assess your application. 
– List of courses available for Early Offers is at: https://www.ecu.edu.au/degrees/early-offer-program  
Murdoch University – Must achieve WACE and meet any prerequisites. 
– Early Offers for Certificate IV and UniReady/UniPath students will be conditional on passing. 
– Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference.  
Notre Dame University – Must be completing the ATAR Pathway in Year 12. 
– Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference. 
– Offers will be made on 2 September, 20 September, 4 October, 11 December. Allow a few weeks for us assess your application. 
– In the application you will be asked to provide details about your non-academic achievements and commitments, which may include work, caring responsibilities at home, volunteering, sports and school leadership, among others. 
– Further information and eligible courses at https://www.notredame.edu.au/study/applications-and-admissions/pathways/early-offer   
University of Western Australia – Must be completing the ATAR Pathway in Year 12. 
– Submit your application via TISC, putting your Early Offer course as your first preference. 
– All students must satisfy UWA’s English requirements and any subject prerequisite requirements. 
– Students can apply for an Early Offer for all degrees with UWA excluding Assured Pathways to Medicine, Dental Medicine, Pharmacy and Podiatric Medicine or the Bachelor of Biomedicine (specialised). Further information at: https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/how-to-apply/early-offers/FAQs   

Information about University entry 

Thinking of studying Medicine or Dentistry in 2025? 

All students who wish to enrol in Medicine or Dentistry in 2025 (including Assured Pathway at UWA) will need to sit the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) this year. 

Please see below for some important dates: 

  • 5 March 2024: UCAT bookings open 
  • 17 May 2024: Deadline to book your UCAT for 2024 
  • 10 June 2024: Deadline if you need to cancel your UCAT booking 
  • 1 July 2024: UCAT testing begins 
  • 9 August 2024: Last test date 
  • September 2024: Results available 

You can check https://www.ucat.edu.au/ for more information, tips and practice tests. 

Also, students applying for Medicine at Curtin University are required to sit the CASPER Test. CASPER scores are valid only for the next available admissions year, so applicants should only complete the test in the year immediately preceding their planned year of admission. 

The CASPER Test is held nationally and is sat online from home. Applicants are responsible for making their own arrangements to register for the CASPER Test. Available Casper Test dates are: 

  • 26 May 2024 
  • 23 June 2024 
  • 8 August 2024  

You can find more information about this, and book your test, here: https://acuityinsights.app/casper/ 

UWA Medical entry handbook here (for Assured Pathway): https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/courses/doctor-of-medicine#admission-requirements 

Curtin Medical entry handbook here: https://s30991.pcdn.co/study/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/07/Medicine-domestic-admissions-guide-2024.pdf  

Entry to Medicine handbook (Australia-wide) is here: https://ncwa.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/8191-PathwaysandVET/ETjw34qlL3JItUN0ZODOMmkBAYwaFrwfJdQIzJuBgCDnLw?e=LrJcAu  

University scholarships 

Curtin University Search scholarships | Curtin University, Perth, Australia  
Edith Cowan University (ECU) ECU | Overview : Scholarships  
Murdoch University Scholarship finder (murdoch.edu.au)  
Notre Dame University Find a Scholarship | Notre Dame  
University of Western Australia (UWA) The University of Western Australia : Scholarships (uwa.edu.au)  
Christian Leaders Scholarship https://ichthys.org.au/christian-leaders-scholarship/ 

UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS 

EVENT DATE LINK 
University applications, results, and offers (TISC, online) 31 July https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/769467c3-3fe4-4908-a7bb-0ce68d0158fc@1a3438d7-97b6-4de1-a16f-48d882996b67  
Careers in the Australian Government (online) 1 August Microsoft Teams link 
Careers in the Australian Government (online) 8 August Microsoft Teams link 
Careers in the Australian Government (online) 15 August Microsoft Teams link 
Open Day (SAE Creative Media Institute) 24 August https://sae.edu.au/event/open-day-perth/  
Careers in the Australian Government (online) 22 August Microsoft Teams link 
WAAPA Tour (ECU) 27 August https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1167027
Health and Education Information Evening (Murdoch) 28 August https://www.murdoch.edu.au/events/all-events/mu-open-nights-health-education 
Science, IT, Engineering Information Evening (Murdoch) 29 August https://www.murdoch.edu.au/events/all-events/mu-open-nights-sciences-information-technology-engineering-maths 
Nursing and Midwifery Open Evening (ECU) 30 August https://www.trybooking.com/CPQJF 
Business and Law Information Evening (Murdoch) 4 September https://www.murdoch.edu.au/events/all-events/mu-open-night-business-law-humanities-arts-social-sciences 
Science and Maths Information Evening (ECU) 4 September https://www.trybooking.com/COKLI 
Engineering Information Evening (ECU) 6 September https://www.trybooking.com/COXTM 
Medical and Health Sciences Information Evening (ECU) 11 September https://www.trybooking.com/COKMA 
Teacher Education Information Evening (ECU) 12 September https://www.trybooking.com/COKLT 
Computing and Cybersecurity Information Evening (ECU) 17 September https://www.trybooking.com/COKNO 
Free ATAR Revision Courses 23-27 September https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1208138
Engineering Information Evening (ECU) 9 October https://www.trybooking.com/COKXE 
Year 12 Online Information Evening (Murdoch) 15 October https://www.murdoch.edu.au/events/all-events/year-12-online-information-evening 
WAAPA Tour (ECU) 30 October https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1167027
Future Students Information Evening (ECU) 20 November https://www.trybooking.com/COKYN