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New Bachelor of Commerce course at RMIT

RMIT is introducing the 3-year Bachelor of Commerce. Unlike the flexible Bachelor of Business, this degree is for students who are confident they know what area of study they want to focus on. Students will explore the complexities of laws, policy development, market dynamics and technological innovation that shape today's commerce. Two Work Integrated Learning units are also required to be completed in this course.

The course will offer only 6 majors:

  • Cyber Security Law and Governance

  • Enterprise AI and Business Analytics

  • International Business

  • Marketing Technology

  • Quantitative Economics and Finance

  • Leadership and Strategy

The VCE entry requirements are a study score of at least 25 in English other than EAL; or a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL); and a study score of at least 20 in one of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics.

Find out more at Bachelor of Commerce.

RMIT Tech and Trades Experience Day

RMIT will host a free, hands-on Tech and Trades Experience Day in the July school holidays.

Tailored for students in Years 10, 11, and 12, along with their parents and guardians, this event promises an immersive day of exploration. Attendees will get to uncover their passions, gain valuable insights, and pave the way for a future filled with endless possibilities.

Date: Thursday 4 July 2024

Time: 9.00am – 2.45pm

Venue: City Campus

Registration is essential and can be done here.

What does a Podiatrist do?

The Good Universities Guide* states that Podiatrists look after the health of people's feet by diagnosing, treating and preventing foot abnormalities, and educating the public about good foot health. Podiatrists may develop a special interest in dealing with particular client groups, such as children, the aged or sportspeople. They may also work in a particular area, such as occupational health, or with general medical conditions that result in foot and leg problems.

Of particular interest is that podiatrists, like doctors and dentists, are approved to prescribe medications and do some surgery.

*Good Universities Guide - Podiatry

In Victoria, only one university offers a bachelor course in podiatry, and that is La Trobe University. La Trobe offers the Bachelor of Podiatry (Honours) which is a 4-year degree, and students are taught by experts – experienced podiatrists, researchers and teachers in sport medicine, biomechanics, hospital-based podiatry, paediatrics and foot surgery.

Students get plenty of opportunities to practise the skills the gain in the course by treating real patients in La Trobe’s on-campus podiatry clinic.

Find out more about studying Podiatry at La Trobe University. Monash University offers a 2-year Master of Podiatric Medicine at its Peninsula Campus.

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What is a Sports Physiotherapist?
The Health Times website indicates that sports physiotherapy is a specialised branch of physiotherapy, and sports physios provide advice on how to avoid sports injuries, treat injuries and help recovery for those playing recreational sport right through to elite sport.

A sports physio is a registered physiotherapist who has achieved further study after completing a physiotherapy degree - in which students achieve an understanding of the physical, structural and the physiological aspects of human form and movement.

To become a sports physio, one will first need to complete a four-year bachelor degree in physiotherapy. Alternatively, students can complete an associated bachelor degree, such as in exercise physiology, followed by a postgraduate qualification in physiotherapy.

Physiotherapists can later choose to practice in sports physiotherapy but are unable to refer to themselves as a sports physio until they have achieved titled membership of the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).


 

What does a Radiation Therapist do?

The Good Universities Guide states that Radiation Therapists design, and administer radiation treatment to cancer patients, and provide related care to patients in conjunction with radiation oncologists or other medical specialists. The Health Times website indicates that a Radiation Therapist is also responsible for collecting relevant patient information and using this information to plan a patient’s treatment. A radiation therapist will work under the guidance of a Radiation Oncologist, in a team of health professionals who care for and treat cancer patients.

Radiation therapists are responsible for supporting the patient throughout their treatment. They must have compassion and strong interpersonal skills. Part of their role is to listen to the emotional concerns and anxieties of the patient and refer them appropriately if needed. The radiation therapist will also assess the patient’s reaction to treatment, providing advice on the side effects of treatment and methods of alleviating these. Radiation therapists often develop close relationships with their patients, as they usually see them five days per week for between three and seven weeks.

To become a Radiation Therapist, students must study radiation therapy at university. Studies in Radiation Therapy in Victoria are offered by Monash University and RMIT University, and Radiation Science units are offered in the Medical Imaging degree offered by Deakin University.

What does a Neuroscientist do?
According to the Medical News Today website neuroscientists focus on the brain and its impact on behaviour and cognitive functions, or how people think. Neuroscience is an interdisciplinary science that works closely with other disciplines, such as mathematics, linguistics, engineering, computer science, chemistry, philosophy, psychology, and medicine. Neuroscientists carry out tests, using various types of technology to help them to diagnose conditions, and they usually specialise in specific areas. These include study of the way the nervous system grows and develops; the way the brain deals with thought, language, memory, and its ability to solve problems; or molecules that help with the way the nervous systems work.

To become a neuroscientist, students generally have to complete a science degree - such as a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Biomedicine with a major in Neuroscience at the University of Melbourne, for example. Completion of a postgraduate qualification is regarded as of great value - such as Graduate Diploma in Clinical Neuropsychology, Master of Science in Medicine (Clinical Neurophysiology) and Master of Neuroscience. The following link is very interesting to browse - Master Programs in Neuroscience.

What is Land Surveying?

Interested in Geography, Maths, Science, IT and/or the outdoors? Looking for a job that won’t tie you to a desk? Surveying is the measurement and mapping of our surrounding environment using mathematics and specialised technology. Land surveyors are involved with a diverse variety of projects from land subdivision to tunnel building and major construction. Importantly though, there is much more to surveying than taking measurements outdoors and then analysing them back in the office. Surveyors are often the first people on site during any construction process; they are the guardians of property law, and the creators of land titles. They are also the ones who can sign off on the position of new title boundaries. In all, surveyors are an integral part of the process in a wide variety of scenarios.
Note: Surveying courses are offered at Federation University, RMIT, and Victoria University.

Students who wish to find out what surveying is, what surveyors do, where to study, and what it takes, might like to browse A Life Without Limits.

Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence
Gain the skills necessary to design, develop, and evolve software solutions that takes advantage of the latest advances in artificial intelligence.

Deakin’s Bachelor of Artificial Intelligenceequips students with the knowledge and skills to design, develop and evolve software solutions that harness the latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI). Students get hands-on experience developing AI-driven software solutions with the support of academics who are leaders in this emerging field. Deakin’s world-class research in AI feeds directly into its classrooms, ensuring what students learn is at the cutting edge of industry expectations and capabilities.

With a minimum of 100 hours of industry experience, students will develop in-demand skills working side-by-side with experienced AI specialists.


 

Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service

The Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service (AATIS) offers pathways information to students, job hunters, career advisers and employers. The website, app and resources are used by schools, parents, friends, and supporters providing career planning and direction. AATIS is free to use and is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education, Skills and Employment.

The Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website - AAPathways - is a hub providing in-depth information about Australian apprenticeships and traineeships, including information on in-demand occupations.

Students are encouraged to browse both the AAPathways website, as well as the AATIS website.

Ms Sarah Woodhouse