Careers

What’s the point of drama class? It teaches the workplace skills employers want, for a start

Doing drama in Year 12 gives students skills that will help them with life, learning and employability, say Deakin education experts Joanne O’Mara and Jo Raphael.

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Unsure what to study next year? 6 things to consider as you make up your mind

Many Year 12 students will be considering what courses to do next year. UniSQ lecturer Alison Bedford offers her tips on how to choose

How to make the most of uni open days

The university Open Day season has arrived, and students are welcomed on to campus. Careers expert Helen Green gives practical tips and advice for you and your teenager to make the most of Open Days in 2024. Plus links to more info.

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How your teen can use the summer break for career exploration

Are you noticing that your teenager is starting to show interest in various career paths? Expert in careers, Helen Green, shares ideas on how they can pursue opportunities during the summer holiday.

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ATAR surprise? Here’s what to consider

What should you do if your child's ATAR is higher or lower than expected? Careers expert Helen Green offers tips and suggestions

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So you want to be…a sound designer or voice over artist

In the next instalment of our series, 'So you want to be...' Natalie Moutafis speaks with Dan Brumm, commercial and animation voice over and the sound designer for the multi-award winning Bluey.

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Has your teen been fired from their casual job? Tips to support them

Part-time work can be great for your teen's development. But what happens when things don't work out? Careers expert Helen Green offers tips and advice on how parents and carers can help.

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So you want to be…a Paramedic

In the next instalment of our series, 'So you want to be...' Natalie Moutafis speaks with Jessica McGowan, Ambulance Victoria Paramedic and Director Regional and Clinical Operations.

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So you want to be…an Astrophysicist

In the next instalment of our series, 'So you want to be...' Natalie Moutafis speaks with Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith, award-winning astrophysicist, author and the Australian Government Women in STEM Ambassador.

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