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and develop skills, then the chance to apply all that learning in the real-world. In my case, the real-world was the Indian Ocean and the Swan River! As far as

the staff went, I found them passionate and committed. They were always available and supportive – whenever you happened to need them. In fact I enjoyed

the ‘ECU experience’ so much that I’ve decided to stay on for postgraduate studies! – Karina Inostroza, Marine and Freshwater Biology Honours student.

With over 400 courses, the right balance of theory and practice, a range of entry pathways and a flexible approach, ECU will help you reach your potential.

For more information, call 134 ECU (134 328), email [email protected] or visit reachyourpotential.com.au

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EDUCATIONDO THE DIPLOMA!If you have an existing undergraduate degree in any area and are considering a new direction in your career, why not consider a Graduate Diploma of Education in Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary Education at ECU? The Graduate Diploma of Education requires only one year of additional study which means you could become a qualified teacher by as early as the end of 2010. Additionally, ECU offers an Education Assistant University Preparation Course. This innovative course is free of charge to Australian citizens and is ideal for anyone wishing to become an education assistant, or for those looking to complete the course as an entry pathway into a Bachelor of Education degree. Taught over weekends, students have the option to complete the course over a six or twelve month period.Look out for the new Special Needs Education Assistant University Preparation Course being offered mid 2010. For more information on studying a Graduate Diploma of Education, or becoming an education assistant, visit the ECU website: www.ecu.edu.au.

TOP TEACHINGDo you want to make a difference? A person’s education is the foundation upon which they build their future. A good teacher passes on to their students not only knowledge and skills, but also the confidence and ability to develop, grow and learn outside the classroom. Curtin’s School of Education is one of the top teacher education institutions in Australia. Its relatively small size means students enjoy personalised attention and a very friendly, supportive environment. Curtin offers three four-year Bachelor of Education degrees: early childhood education (ages 0-8 and including lower-primary); primary education (years 1-7); and secondary education (years 8-12) and students choose two subject specialisations. You also have the opportunity to study the secondary education degree as a double degree with Creative Writing, Environmental Biology, Literary and Cultural Studies, Performance Studies or Professional Writing. Fo r f u r t h e r i n f o r m a t i o n o n s t u d y i n g E d u c a t i o n a t C u r t i n , v i s i t www.courses.curtin.edu.au. Consider becoming an Education Assistant by studying at ECU

Teaching is a rewarding career choice

Whilst high school, for most of the time, seems a one way street, once Year 12 is over, suddenly a thousand different highways open up before you. But which is the right road for you to take? Some people know straight away where they’re headed, but for the majority of us, making the decision as to which tertiary institution to attend requires some good thought, not to mention plenty of research, and guidance from those who’ve been there before. The X-Press Education, Training and Careers Magazine is designed to make ‘choosing the right road’ that slightest bit easier for you – we’ve compiled easy-to-understand information from Per th’s leading universities, training centres and institutions, in a range of different study and sk il ls areas. Flip through the pages of this guide and you should already start to get a better idea about what course, and what tertiary institution, might suit you best. Whilst this choice may seem scary, try to think of it as fun, and worthwhile – here is your opportunity to carve out your own life, independent of your high school, your teachers, and your parents. Finding exactly what type of job will be best for you will take some work; but The X-Press Education, Training and Careers Magazine will hopefully help take some of the weight off your shoulders! Choosing what to do after high school can be a daunting task

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KEEP IT GREENGreenpeace is an independent campaigning organisation that uses non-violent direct action to expose global environmental problems and to promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future. Greenpeace do not accept money from governments, corporations or political parties because it would compromise their core values. Because of this, they rely entirely on the support of individual members of the public. Greenpeace’s face-to-face fundraising program is essential to maintaining this core value, as well as being the fastest growing and most successful fundraising te c h n i q u e ava i l a b l e. G re e n p e a ce h a s a l w ays b e e n t h e wo r l d p i o n e e r a n d leader of this method, introducing street fundraising to Australia in the mid 1990s. Greenpeace prides themselves on our in-house, independent program, ensuring that the highest percentage of supporter donations reach the areas where they are most needed. Sydney Frontliner Matt Keating is a proud participant of the face-to-face fundraising program, as he explains: “I love being on the street everyday, working outside, and inspiring people to take action for our environment, at a time when the environment is everything.” Greenpeace is looking for passionate, committed people to join their street fundraising team in Perth. Earn up to $28 per hour. Sales experience an advantage, but not essential if you are a good communicator. Greenpeace are also looking for fundraisers with a passion for travel to join our on the road fundraising teams, traveling around Australia. For more information call 0407 942 222 or email [email protected]. Now is the time to make a difference…and make some money!

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READY FOR THE BUSINESS WORLDECU’s Business courses focus on the skills that all employers in the business industry value. Classes create a realistic business environment where students can work with industry to develop practical workplace skills. Also, ECU is one of the few universities to offer the Bachelor of Business (Event Management), developed in response to industry demand for qualified professionals in the field. Flexible learning options are available for many programs through off-campus study and the ability to mix and match different majors and degrees. While the high calibre of the ECU Business lecturers combined with strong industry links, ensures students receive a balance of theory and practice. For more information on business at ECU, head to www.business.ecu.edu.au.

THE PLANET MEANS BUSINESSIf you’re looking for a new way to make a difference, consider the new Bachelor of Sustainability degree, one of a wide range of business majors available at Murdoch University. Almost every aspect of business affects the planet’s sustainability. This degree aims to highlight ways in which businesses can integrate sustainability into their practices and be environmentally and socially responsible. You’ll have the opportunity to gain skills in business sustainability reporting (e.g. monitoring and reporting greenhouse gas emissions), green marketing, leadership and change management. The Bachelor of Sustainability degree meets the growing demand for new approaches to contemporary environmental issues such as climate change, resource depletion, and environmental protection. You’ll learn how to identify ‘green business’ opportunities and practice eco-preneurship – and graduate with the skills and experience you need to pursue a wide range of career opportunities in Australia and overseas. To find out more about the new Bachelor of Sustainability degree, visit www.murdoch.edu.au or phone Murdoch on 1300 687 362.

ALUMNI LINKSThe University of WA ’s Business School has a vision towards developing global leaders in business and management through outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate courses. They provide a culture of international excellence in research, teaching and learning, not to mention that the Business School’s great relationship between Alumni and Corporate Partners provide networking for current business students with today’s leaders of industry. For more information on studying business at UWA, head to www.business.uwa.edu.au.

JUSTICE FOR ALLECU’s Law and Justice courses provide practical legal education with a commitment to social justice. In 2009 a number of new units across various programs were introduced, including ‘Occupational Health, Safety and Security Law and Policy’, a unit delivered by one of Australia’s leading experts in this area. 2010 will see the ECU Law School introduce WA’s first accredited online Law degree.

CHEMICAL ROMANCEThe Faculty of Science and Engineering at Curtin University of Technology has strong links with industry and produces highly employable graduates with competitive starting salaries. The faculty has the greatest number of research centres in the University so courses are informed by the latest advances in technology and knowledge. From 2010, Chemistry classes will be taught in the new Curtin Resources and Chemistry Precinct, an education, research and training powerhouse. So, if you study chemistry in one of Curtin’s science, engineering or health sciences degrees, you will be part of the Southern Hemisphere’s most important resources and chemistry precincts! ChemCentre, a major employer of forensic and analystical chemists is also based in Curtin Resources and Chemistry Precinct. You will have the opportunity to interact with leading forensic scientists and chemical analysts. If you’re interested in forensic science, then choose from a number of forensics and analytical chemistry units as part of your chemistry degree. For more information on studying science at Curtin, visit www.curtin.edu.au.

HEALTH SCIENCE A MUSTA leader in innovative health professional education, Curtin’s Faculty of Health Sciences offers a broad range of highly regarded and unique degree programs in a supportive, student-focused learning environment. Among the many exciting Health Science courses on offer, three bachelor programs leading to professions currently in high demand include pharmacy, occupational therapy and social work. Pharmacy graduates benefit from one of the best graduate employment rates across the University. With strong industry ties and a history spanning more than 100 years, this professionally accredited course is taught within the largest pharmacy school in Western Australia. Curtin’s occupational therapy degree provides students with the skills and knowledge to identify ways to support people achieve and maintain their health - graduates are in high demand both nationally and internationally thanks to a global shortage of professional occupational therapists and the excellent reputation of this long-running degree program. Cu r t i n a l s o o f fe r s t h e o n l y undergraduate degree in social work in the state. Social work is a profession with a central commitment to all people attaining personal wellbeing, social justice, human rights, equality and respect.

PSYCH UP FOR ECUECU is the largest provider of Psychology and Community Studies courses in Western Australia. First year Psychology students have the added support of the School’s award-winning peer mentoring program to help settle into Uni life. And with ECU’s Bachelor of Speech Pathology you could train to become a Speech Pathologist and help adults and children with speech impairments improve their communication skills. If psychology’s not for you, The Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) course offers an innovative and broad study approach, preparing students for flexible career options in dynamic healthcare settings. New double degrees in Midwifery and Nursing commence in 2010.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SUCCESS AT ECUWith professional experience and a Diploma of Occupational Health & Safety under her belt, ECU graduate Shaydeen Thompson decided she wanted to enhance her skills and career, and so returned to study. Due to her existing professional and academic background, Shaydeen completed her three year undergraduate degree in Occupational Safety and Health at ECU in just two years. Before officially graduating, Shaydeen has already secured a position with a renowned energy company.

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INTRODUCING POLYTECHNIC WESTA new chapter has commenced in the delivery of vocational education and training in Western Australia - Polytechnic West. Swan TAFE had always been known as Western Australia’s prominent provider of trade training. Now as Polytechnic West, Swan TAFE is entering a new phase, still offering vocational courses, and an even wider range of higher education in the form of Associate Degrees.Polytechnic West’s name and logo convey a more meaningful and contemporary image – an image that truly reflects their intention to expand and continue to be innovative. Polytechnic West provides pathways so you can move onto a degree at one of our partner universities and get maximum benefit from your previous studies. All that is needed is to have passed year 12 or its equivalent. You’ll benefit from smaller classes with more support from lecturers with current industry experience. If you’re wondering about choices, head to polytechnic.wa.edu.au or call 9267 7500.

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ENTICING ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS Curtin’s Engineering courses have a common first year. It means you start your degree with solid theoretical understanding and practical experience in a wide range of disciplines. You can then follow your interests and passions and switch to any of the engineering disciplines in your first year. With the $20,000 engineering scholarships, for students who achieve a TER score of 95 and select a Curtin engineering degree as their first TISC preference, it has never been a better time to choose a Curtin engineering course that suits you. Curtin’s Department of Petroleum Engineering has also introduced a new petroleum engineering degree commencing March 2010. The program has been developed in direct consultation with the oil and gas industry and in response to their demands for high quality graduates. Woodside are supporting the new degree and are offering a prestigious scholarship, paying full fees and a cash payment of $5,000 per year. To learn more about scholarships and the opportunities Engineering at Curtin can offer you, head to www.curtin.edu.au.

LOGO LOGICSince Polytechnic West’s official launch on November 25, many have asked “Why Polytechnic West?” Broadly speaking, polytechnic means “many skills”. Whether they be the skills you possess or the skills the institution have to offer, Polytechnic West offer something for everyone. Another popular question is “What does the logo represent?”. The logo can, and does, represent many things. In the end, it is up to you how it is perceived. For example, our mining and engineering students see it as representing an open cut mine. Students at our new AeroSpace Training Centre in Jandakot associate it with a turbine engine. Patrons to the student-run bistro assure us it alludes to the swirl on their freshly brewed cappuccino. The imagery of the rings conveys the centres of excellence Polytechnic West refer to as part of building WA’s flexible and innovative training system. Western Australia is also visually represented within these rings. They also reiterate the growth of you as a person, and of the organisation. The more skills you gain, the more you develop, the more Polytechnic West and the state of Western Australia grow.

Engineering building at Curtin University of Technology

Polytechnic West’s Boeing 727-229 being cleaned up ready for delivery to its AeroSpace Training Centre at Jandakot Airport.

ECU TAKES FLIGHT ECU’s unique Aviation degrees will help you get ahead on your chosen career path as a pilot, or in one of many closely related fields. The course includes all the essential elements required for pilot training up to the level of Air Transport Pilot License. Head to www.ecu.edu.au to learn all about aviation possibilities at ECU.

ENGINEER A CAREER AT ECUThe engineering profession encompasses an enormous range of potential fields and careers, but with its wide range of engineering courses, ECU has you covered. ECU offers 4-year Bachelor of Engineering degrees in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Power, Mechatronics, Electronics & Communications, Instrumentation Control & Automation, and Computer Systems, as

well as Bachelor of Technology courses in Motorsports and Electronic & Computer Systems. From 2010 ECU will also offer a new three-year Bachelor of Engineering Science course, providing the option of a ‘3+2’ model for engineering education. ‘3+2’ refers to a three-year engineering foundation, followed by two years of postgraduate specialisation in a Masters degree. The first degree of its kind in WA, it’ll put you first in the minds of potential employers.

ECU has some of the most up-to-date engineering education facilities in Western Australia, with world-class industry-grade equipment, established with industry feedback and support. And, with construction on a new custom designed engineering building commencing early 2010, things are getting even better. Hit up: www.ecu.edu.au for all the information you need to know about Engineering at ECU.

WAAPA The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) is recognised as one of Australia’s most prestigious and comprehensive performing arts academies. Each year students, staff and critically acclaimed guest artists collaborate to present well over 250 public performances – more productions and more diversity than any other arts training institution in Australia. World-class staff working in state-of-the-art performance and teaching facilities provide rigorous and specialised ‘on the job’ training of the highest order.

ABORIGINAL THEATRE AT WAAPAThis exciting course assists students of Australian Indigenous descent, aged 17 years of age and over, who wish to develop acting and performance skills for work in theatre, film and television. Over two full-time semesters, students undergo performance-based intensive training in acting and improvisation, dance and stage movement, voice and singing, script analysis, devising and writing for the stage. In recent years graduates of WAAPA’s Aboriginal Theatre course have had great success in penetrating the notoriously aggressive performing arts and entertainment industry, etching ongoing and meaningful careers as actors, presenters, singers and entertainers. Some have used the course as a pathway to further studies within WAAPA and others have gone onto study at NIDA, NAISDA, ACPA and ECU. For further information contact the WAAPA Admissions Officer on 9370 6895.

WIDENING THE LENS ON INDIGENOUS STORY TELLINGIn November 2009 the student film Project Petey DNA was accepted into the international Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival in Canada. The 15 minute short was written and directed by renowned indigenous playwright and theatre director David Milroy and featured the acting talents of WAAPA’s Aboriginal Theatre program. The film was very well received and nominated for Best Short Drama from Near and Far amongst fifty other short films from around the world. The demand for skilled indigenous screen actors and the shortage of indigenous film writers and directors inspired the concept of producing a short film for the Aboriginal Theatre students as a showcase for their talent and skills development.

Aboriginal Theatre at WAAPA (credit: Jon Green)

David Milroy directed WAAPA students in short film Project Petey DNA



HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM

THE WEST COAST WAYWest Coast Institute of Training is a leading provider of accessible and relevant vocational education and specialist skills training solutions in the areas of commerce and technology, community services and health, hospitality, tourism and trades. Located in the fast growing North West Metropolitan Region of Perth, the Institute provides innovative and high quality training programs locally, nationally and internationally to meet the demands of industry, enterprise, schools, individuals and the community. West Coast’s main campus enjoys a beautiful relaxing lakeside location in the heart of Joondalup, only a short walk from Lakeside Shopping Centre and Joondalup Bus/Train Station, connecting you to Perth City in less than 25 minutes. An a la carte restaurant, delicatessen and beauty salon on campus services the public whilst providing students with real-life work experience. Whether you’re seeking workplace training, an apprenticeship; part-time or flexible study to allow you to juggle work or family commitments; or recognition for the skills you already have, West Coast Institute of Training can help you. For more information, visit wcit.wa.edu.au or call 1300 134 881.

MASTER CHEFS West Coast Institute of Training has a specialised Academy of Hospitality & Tourism which provides students with a set of high-pressure training environments to prepare them for employment. An a la carte restaurant, delicatessen and barista facility on campus sees students train in hospitality, commercial cookery, tourism and event management. By working with industry, the Academy is at the leading edge of hospitality and tourism training throughout Australia and globally with its students and staff winning more than 100 awards for excellence since its inception in 2005. For information about the range of hospitality and tourism courses on offer at West Coast Institute of Training, call 9233 1800.

MOTOR ON – ENGINEERING AT UWA The University of Western Australia ’s Motorsport team continued its successful run by claiming second place overall in the December Formula SAE Australasia event in Melbourne. The event was won by Monash University while University of Wollongong took third place. UWA Motorsport project manager Taki Dermedgoglou said the team was pleased to have recorded a top-three placing in six of the eight individual events, as well as second place overall. The Formula SAE Championship offers engineering students the chance to design, manufacture and race an open-wheel race car. The team is run and managed by students, with two academic supervisors. Cars are built each year by a team of up to 60 students and UWA’s winning cars have always been yellow. This year, the students raced in their ninth car and are now building the tenth. The competition includes various examinations: dynamic – skidpan, acceleration, autocross, endurance, fuel economy – and static – cost, design and presentation. The rules change every year, which makes it more challenging for the students. UWA Motorsport was established in 2001 and has a proud history, achieving local and international recognition in design. UWA Motorsport has won two Australasian titles and also won the 2008 Formula SAE World Championship in Detroit, Michigan. For further information about the Motorsport team, visit http://motorsport.mech.uwa.edu.au

TERRIFIC TOURISM AT ECUECU’s courses in tourism and hospitality have been designed based on consultation with the industry and as a result offer you a combination of qualification and industry experience. Event Management is a growing and vibrant industry and transcends into many fascinating areas. Graduates of ECU’s Event, Sport and Recreation Management degree will find themselves highly sought after to manage a diverse and dynamic range of events. If you’re looking for a career that combines your love of sport and business, then ECU’s Sport Management degree is for you. Or, perhaps you can you picture yourself living and working on a resort or managing an international hotel? Great news - ECU’s Hospitality Management degree can help get you there! And if your aspirations delve into the lively and diverse world of Tourism Management, ECU’s Tourism Management degree can help you land a career in one of the world’s largest industries. Professional placements are a core element of all courses in Sport, Tourism & Hospitality Management, so that you gain practical hands-on experience in the industry of your choice. There are also great opportunities to attend International Study Tours. You’ll get plenty of opportunities to build networks that can lead to exciting job opportunities. Visit www.ecu.edu.au for more information on studying hospitality and tourism at ECU.

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Stand out from the crowd.Opting out of TEE in Year 12, Emma’s school based business course at West Coast Institute of Training won her a Beazley gold medal and fast-tracked her career.An Accounts Assistant for a leading PR consultancy, Emma is studying a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in accounting and entrepreneurship at university and plans to start her own business one day.

“Going straight into the workforce after my training was so beneficial - I gained an understanding of what happens in an office environment and use skills I had obtained to contribute to the efficient day to day running of a business.”Don’t just be a number. Enrol at West Coast now and get a career that allows you to see and do things you never thought possible. One that makes you stand out from the crowd.

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FASHIONECU BARES ALLHead over to ECU early next year to catch the creations of the graduating class of 2009 at BARE, the 2009 Contemporary Fashion Graduate Show. The show includes an exhibition and performance. Saturday 23 January 2010, 6:30pm – 9:30pm, at the ECU Mount Lawley Campus, 2 Bradford Street Mount Lawley. Tickets are available for $15.00 at Libertine or Billie and Rose, Mount Lawley. The BARE exhibition will be free to public entry 10am – 4pm, Monday – Sunday until Sunday, January 31.

STYLE FILEThroughout 2009, fashion and textile students around Western Australia slaved away, creating collections for the end of year parades. Congratulations to all the students who made it through their courses – the future of the fashion industry is in safe hands!

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MEDIA, FILM AND PRODUCTION

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION!Did you know that SAE Institute, the world’s largest entertainment technology institute with more than 30 years experience as the world leaders in audio, film, multimedia and 3D animation, is now an approved Higher Education provider with a campus right in the centre of Perth? SAE students have the option of studying accelerated two year, Fee Help approved degrees in Bachelor of Audio Production or Bachelor of Film Production in state-of-the-art facilities. The accelerated programs help graduates to get their careers started faster. If your interest lies in live sound and mixing, why not give SAE’s Bachelor of Audio Production a shot? You’ll learn technical and creative skills involved in the recording process, as well all aspects of audio and studio recording, live sound, mixing, mastering, MIDI and electronic music, music business and studio acoustics.

Or if film is where you’re headed, SAE’s Bachelor of Film Production covers digital film making and production. Students learn storyboarding, screen writing, camera operation, production management, directing, editing and sounds design. As part of the degree, students develop skills as directors, producers and editors. SAE has produced graduates who have gone on to win Oscars, Grammys, and ARIA, AFI and WAMI awards with three out of four nominees for the 2009 WAMI Producer/Engineer of the Year being SAE Perth graduates. The eventual winner for the fifth straight year was SAE graduate Dave Parkin of Blackbird Studios. Make your dream of working in the film and sound industries a reality with SAE. Enrolments are now open for 2010, for more information head to www.sae.edu or freecall 1800 723 338.

MEDIA MATTERS TO MURDOCHA group of journalism students at Murdoch were recently given given a once-in-a-lifetime experience, via the opportunity to attend the 2009 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen in December. During their time in Denmark, students produced and published images, stories and blogs alongside 15,000 world leaders, officials, scientists and media from more than 200 countries. The work produced by the students reached Western Australian and international audiences through PerthNow and Murdoch’s website. Two of Murdoch’s journalism students also completed a semester at the prestigious Danish School of Media as part of the Global Environment Initiative, a three-year program aimed at improving how complex issues, like climate change, are reported. Murdoch’s Bachelor of Journalism allows students to develop practical skills in print and broadcast journalism, helping to prepare students to work in the media industry. The flexible course structure means students can combine a Journalism Degree with Communication and Media Studies, Public Relations or Radio to broaden their career options. Students who study journalism at Murdoch receive the opportunity to work in a real newsroom, TV and radio studios and are taught by some of Murdoch’s award-winning lecturers, who are also practising industry professionals.

To find out more about media and journalism study options at Murdoch University, visit www.murdoch.edu.au or phone 1300 687 3624.

CURTIN’S STAR JOURNALISM GRADUATESCurtin has a proud tradition in media, with a long list of successful graduates including Natalia Cooper (Channel Seven News, Perth), Natalie Barr (Sunrise, Channel Seven), Carrie Bickmore (7pm Project, Channel Ten) and Claire Hooper (Good News Week, Channel Ten). The media facilities recently underwent a $1.5 million upgrade, with the on-campus film studio and journalism facilities now amongst the best at any tertiary institution in Australia. Curtin’s Bachelor of Arts (Humanities) contains a range of media majors, allowing you the choice of studying one area on its own as a single major, or combining two areas of interest in a double major. You can choose from 24 majors including journalism, screen arts (film and television), Internet communications, literary and cultural Studies, professional writing, creative writing, and performance studies. F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n a n d a complete list of majors, please visit www.curtin.edu.au/ba. Curtin also still offers the ever-popular Bachelor of Arts (Mass Communication) in which you can combine study in the media streams of journalism, film and TV – corporate production or Internet communications with streams in design, marketing or public relations.

ECU JOURNALISTS TAKE OUT AWARDSECU won three international student journalism awards and two high commendations at the 2009 OSSIE Awards, which recognise the top journalism students from the 29 universities in Australia running journalism programs. Students are judged by senior editors and journalists from around Australia and are recognised as the premium student journalism awards. Best Radio News Story by an Undergraduate or Postgraduate Student was awarded to Briena Barrett, postgraduate WAAPA broadcasting student. Best TV Current Affairs Story by an Undergraduate or Postgraduate Student was awarded to Ana Quinn, ECU journalism student. Best Broadcast Current Affairs story by a Postgraduate Student was awarded to James Moore, postgraduate WAAPA broadcasting student. Fellow ECU student Rebecca Munro was also named Highly Commended in this category. ECU’s online newspaper for undergraduate students, 3rd Degree, was Highly Commended in the Best Regular Student Publication category. ECU’s success at the OSSIE Awards is proof of the university’s commitment to producing high quality journalism and broadcasting graduates. For more information on journalism and media at ECU, head to www.ecu.edu.au.

Students operating video cameras at the SAE College Studio

SAE’s Bachelor of Audio Production involves learning all aspects of the recording process

Murdoch Students filming in the Media Arts Centre

Curtin Media Students in the Editing Suite


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Vocational Pathways University Pathways

Years 10 and 11 Flying Start Get a flying start on your further education across both of the above pathways. Upgrade to a year 10 or 11 level in a friendly, supportive environment.• Choose from a variety of subjects, including Computing, Sciences, Mathematics, English

and ESL.• Subject fees start at $50 per semester.• Enrolment Interviews - 22 and 27 January 2010.

For Mature Age Students 16 Years and Over on 1st January 2010.International Students are welcome to apply for some of the above courses.

in 2010 - ENROL NOW

At the commencement of 2009, 400 local and international Canning College students received offers to study at university. 7 entered medicine, 60 engineering, 118 commerce, 42 science, 12 pharmacy and more. You can be part of this extraordinary academic success story in 2010.



Murdoch student Allison Bell on exchange at American University, Washington DC

STUDY ABROAD WITH MURDOCHWould you like to study and see the world? The Murdoch Exchange Program allows you to live and study in places such as North America, Europe or Asia while gaining credit toward a Murdoch University degree. The program gives you the opportunity to build an international network. You’ll boost your career prospects, improve your communication and interpersonal skills, and enjoy the experience of a lifetime. Employers are always keen to hear about overseas adventures. This life experience shows that you’re able to learn outside of your comfort zone, take on new challenges and bring valuable insights to any work environment. To be eligible for the program, you need to complete a year of study at Murdoch. You can then choose to study overseas either in your second or third year for six or twelve months. You may even be able to get a loan from the Australian government to help fund your time overseas. For more information about the exchange program, visit www.murdoch.edu.au.

GREAT GRADUATES AT ECUMost Graduate Certificates comprise four units. They can be completed in as little as six months full-time study or part-time equivalent. ECU’s Graduate Certificate programs are designed to broaden your career options allowing you to obtain a university qualification that has practical application. If you have a minimum of five years’ relevant work experience, you can apply to study a range of Graduate Certificate programs. If you have completed an undergraduate degree and you wish to extend your expertise in a certain area or acquire new knowledge in another field, the Graduate Certificate provides you with the perfect vehicle to do so. There are a wide diversity of Graduate Certificate options offered across all areas of study at ECU. Some areas include: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health, Addiction Studies, Creative Industries, Communications, Emergency Management, Geostatistics, Health & Ecology, Health Promotion, Information Technology, Strategic Risk Management, Electronic Commerce, Finance, International Business, Computer and Network Security, Sports Management, Leadership, Social Science and Natural Resource Management. To find out what programs are available at each of ECU’s campuses, please contact the Student Recruitment Office on 134 328 or visit www.reachyourpotential.com.au/experience.

CLIMATE, ENVIRONMENT AND ARCHITECTURE

SHORT COURSES

The environmental and agricultural sciences

are strong learning areas at UWA

THE RIGHT CLIMATE FOR A CAREERClimate and the environment are major concerns and are among the foremost scientific challenges presently facing the global community. If you want to be part of the solution, UWA’s Bachelor of Science, specialising in Climate and Environment, will give you the knowledge and skills regarding climate processes, climate variability and controls of climate change; the significance and relevance of climate processes and change to the wider environmental and agricultural sciences; the policy, planning and social science implications of climate change issues at the regional and global scale; and the competence to effectively translate basic climate science, climate change and related issues into an environmental-social science problem solving context. There’s a wide range of units to choose from, such as Environmental Change and Climate Dynamics; Global Climate Change and Biodiversity; Ecology; Coastal Environments Processes; Environmental Hydrology; Conservation Biology; Restoration Ecology; Marine Geology; Environmental Geomorphology of Coasts and Rivers; Land Soil and Water; and Climate Change Policy and Planning. Governments and private companies are required to give increasing attention to climate issues, and job prospects for graduates will be many and varied. They include government departments (Environment and Conservation, Agriculture and Food), policy-making areas of government, private industry (such as oil companies), and universities. Don’t just talk about protecting the environment. Join the team already doing it at www.fnas.uwa.edu.au. UWA Landscape

Architecture student, E Nagy

There are a wide diversity of Graduate Certificate options offered across all areas of study at ECU

DESIGN AND DEVELOP AT UWAThe Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree at UWA is a design based course that addresses both the problems and opportunities facing the natural and built environment.As we become more conscious of preserving our environment, culture and artistic vision, Landscape Architecture has a growing relevance in our world. Landscape Architects create spaces which are not only functional but which work to enhance the ecological integrity of an area – they preserve the natural environment and minimize the negative impacts of development. Landscape Architects work on a variety of scales, from major urban developments to regional projects. Their work includes all aspects of landscape and land use planning, design and management, restoration and rehabilitation, and the identification and assessment of environmental and social impacts. As a Landscape Architect you will use art, science, design and the social sciences to create functional and attractive natural and built environments which will endure for generations. The skills you develop will help shape our world on a physical scale few other professions can. To find out more about UWA’s Bachelor of Landscape Architecture please call (08) 6488 1859.

Broaden your career options with a Graduate Certificate


PODIATRY

28 Oct 2009 Transforming Trade Training wins Premier’s Award for Excellence in the Developing the Economy category.

19 Nov 2009 20 year-old Blake McCarthy named Australian Apprentice of the Year.

25 Nov 2009 Swan TAFE becomes Polytechnic West, heralding the start of an exciting new page in the delivery of vocational education and training in Western Australia.

30 Dec 2009 WA 2009 Year 12 results available. Talk to us about your options.

25 & 27 Jan 2010 Enrolments open for Polytechnic West 1st round offers and continuing students.

4 & 5 Feb 2010 Enrolments open for Polytechnic West 2nd round offers and Part-Time students.

11 Jan - 6 Feb 2010 Enrolments for Short Courses available.

Your future Our business.

GOVERNMENT OFWESTERN AUSTRALIA

We delivered as Swan TAFE. As Polytechnic West, we remain committed to excellence. We will nurture your growth; from the fun practical skills you’ll gain in our specialised short courses, to the elite conceptual and analytical knowledge you’ll develop though our associate degree programs.

Whatever direction you have set your future to take, make sure your first step bringss you to Polytechnic West. A world of exciting possibilities awaits.

Course information 08 9267 7500General enquiries 08 9267 7777

www.polytechnic.wa.edu.au

The growth of understanding

We deliver

FOOTLOOSE AT UWAThe key role of a podiatrist is to improve the mobility and enhance the independence of individuals by the prevention and management of pathological foot and ankle problems. Podiatrists help to reduce the incidence of painful and disabling foot conditions for all age groups. Career opportunities are many, as the demand for graduate podiatrists is high in Australia and, with the increasing prevalence of diabetes and awareness of podiatric services in the general and medical community, this demand is predicted to increase even further. Most podiatrists are self-employed or obtain a salaried position within established private podiatry practices. A number of podiatrists find employment in the public hospital system or within community health centres. UWA’s four-year Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine (BPodM) is an exciting undergraduate course in a growing branch of medical science. The program is designed to produce highly trained and competent general podiatrists, well prepared to commence clinical practice as primary contact health care practitioners in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. Later, qualified podiatrists can undertake postgraduate study to qualify as specialist podiatric physicians or podiatric surgeons, with appropriate advanced diagnostic, treatment and research capabilities. Graduates of the BPodM degree will be eligible to apply for registration as a podiatrist in all Australian states and territories, New Zealand and the UK. Visit www.meddent.uwa.edu.au for more information!

INSTITUTION INFOFREEDOM TO LEARN AT CYRIL JACKSONCyril Jackson Senior Campus is one of the quiet achievers in education in W.A., providing a unique learning environment for people of all ages and needs. As a senior campus it caters for students studying Years 11 and 12, and also for newly arrived learners of English. Offering a wide range of Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) courses, it is a springboard to successful future learning and the acquisition of job preparation skills. The campus operates under an ‘adult ethos’ which means Cyril Jackson is a friendly, personalised place to learn where students are supported by teachers but given some freedoms that you wouldn’t have in regular high schools. You might be studying in mixed modes: perhaps on-line learning for some subjects and on campus for others. This gives students the ability to study while working or pursuing special interests like dance, sport, or even travelling. Mature aged people who want to go back to school to either skill themselves for future study or who just want something challenging and interesting to do find the campus a great place to study.They can fit it in around work and family and because of the range of ages and the flexible learning environment they feel comfortable about being there. Students flourish from the individual attention they receive from unique services like individual tutoring and the friendly student teacher relationships. There are campus activities all year round that give students opportunities to perform and exhibit, challenge themselves physically and mentally or take part in community support programmes. If you’re interested in the opportunities Cyril Jackson can provide, you can make an appointment to talk to a course advisor on 9379 5122 or check out the website and request an information package online at www.cyriljackson.wa.edu.au.

Watercolour workshop at Cyril Jackson

Cyril Jackson student Robel Debebe building bridges

UWA Podiatry student Mina Azarian



UNIVERSITY LIFE

PERFECT PARTNERSHIPIn 2009, Murdoch University joined forces with Sunset Events, the team behind Southbound, Blues’n’Roots and other popular music and arts events in WA. With both Murdoch and Sunset Events sharing a long-standing commitment to sustainability, the partnership seemed like a natural fit. “Murdoch is pioneering so many great initiatives for the future, from sustainability to their progressive arts and media work,” said Dave Chitty, Managing Director and Promoter for Sunset Events. “It’s a great fit – we’re philosophically aligned. It’s fantastic to have an institution of Murdoch’s scale supporting what we’re trying to do.” The partnership has a number of benefits for Murdoch students, including the winner of Murdoch’s student blogger competition who has won an internship at Sunset Events. Murdoch students are also actively involved in the music festivals. At the upcoming Southbound festival, Murdoch Media students will be hosting Southbound Radio, and Chiropractic students will be offering free manipulations and advice to festival goers and artists backstage. For more information about the partnership, visit www.murdoch.edu.au/About-us/Valued-partners/Sunset-Events.

Murdoch University Chiropractic students are lending a hand at the Southbound music festival

NETWORK OF SUPPORTWalking around Curtin’s Bentley Campus, with its sprawling (but beautiful) gardens and buildings, can send us the best of us into a spin. Then add all the administrative requirements, and the brand new world of university study. It does seem like a bit to take in. Don’t worry, there is heaps of support to help you from day one to graduation. From general advice to help you settle into uni to health services, counselling and disability support, on and off campus housing advice, career development, learning support, leadership opportunities, multi faith services, sexuality and gender support, childcare to sport and recreation, it is all here for you. It is not all about learning in the classroom either. There are lots of opportunities to be involved in activities – try Curtin Volunteers, for one – Australia’s largest student-led, non profit volunteering organisation. No matter if you are a new to Curtin or already studying, from the country, or from another country, there is help available for you. Check it out at unilife.curtin.edu.au.

University study is made easier at Curtin

UWA: A CLASS OF ITS OWNThe University of Western Australia is a school, a workplace, a home, a sports club, a cultural experience. Whether you are a budding radio astronomer or architect, an aspiring mechanical engineer, historian or molecular biologist, you can rest assured you will get a first-class education at UWA, earn one of the most highly regarded degrees in Australia and find your pathway to a rewarding career. UWA graduates excel in all walks of life—as citizens within their communities and as innovators and leaders within business, industry and government. UWA graduates also have the highest employment outcomes of all West Australian university graduates. But it is not just the excellent teachers and researchers and the high standard of our students and graduates that will leave their impression upon you. It is also UWA’s creative, progressive approach to learning, innovation and research. UWA takes the student experience seriously. UWA University’s campus is renowned for its vibrant social, cultural and sporting life as well as its beauty. Life outside the lecture theatre will enrich you. Sporting, academic and social clubs, the art galleries, museums, public lectures—and of course, the beautiful, tranquil grounds—provide the perfect backdrop to a world-class education. When you graduate, you will have lifelong friends, precious memories and a sense of achievement that will empower you for the rest of your life.

ECU: HAPPY TO HELPWith over 22,000 students who study at one of Edith Cowan University’s three West Australian campuses or off-campus, it’s only natural to feel some trepidation when attending university for the first time. The thought of meeting new people can be quite daunting. One of the great things about studying at ECU, aside from studying with people who have similar interests and ambitions, is you will also be interacting with people from different countries and cultures. Kick start the socialisation process by attending orientation – this is a great time to meet people studying the same course as you. There are also various clubs, societies and support groups where you can meet people who share common interests. Universities, by their very nature, are large places. It can be difficult for staff to identify if someone needs help. ECU encourages you to seek help when you need it and provides a supportive culture to facilitate this. Lecturers and tutors are more than happy to help you with any course or unit queries. In addition to financial assistance and learning support, we also offer an enormous range of support in other areas, such as counselling for academic or personal issues, career development and employment advice and medical advice. We also have Learning Advisers who can assist you with your studies. For more information on learning at ECU, visit their website at www.ecu.edu.au.

ECU: THE UNI FOR YOU?Besides providing you with the opportunity to study a course which will lead to a fulfilling and challenging career, there are a multitude of reasons to choose to fulfil your tertiary education at ECU. ECU provides students with the latest technology creating a flexible and mobile learning environment.They have an exciting range of double degrees. In four or five years of full-time study (depending on the double degree combination you choose), you will be equipped with the skills and practical knowledge to entertain a diverse range of career opportunities. ECU can provide you with the wonderful opportunity of studying overseas for one semester or an entire academic year while gaining credit towards your degree. They are known for their award-winning facilities. From the striking Library and Technology Centre at the Joondalup Campus, to the ECU Centre of Excellence in Health Care Simulation housed in the exceptional Health and Wellness building, ECU are at the forefront of providing innovative education and training solutions. ECU is a;sp home to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). For more than 25 years this prestigious academy has been training world-class actors, dancers, musicians and production and design graduates, so if you see yourself on the world stage, that’s another great reason to consider studying at ECU.

UWA Guild activities and clubs are a great way to make friends!

Social life at ECU

An exciting building on the ECU campus


At ECU, we believe in letting our students speak for themselves. So what you’ll read here is our courses as described and assessed by our own students. We believe in offering real life solutions to real life problems. So take a few minutes to read these real world stories – and see how ECU can help you reach your potential.

I’ve been interested in science and technology from an early age and engineering is a field that encompasses both. The course lays the foundation with maths and science – which makes it incredibly flexible. We have access to world-class facilities, but good engineering also demands creativity, so we also learn how to think outside the box. - Saayli Shitole, ECU Engineering student

The course has allowed me to gain exceptional programming skills and the kind of inside knowledge essential to finding employment in the field. Being at a uni that encourages industry collaboration also means you meet inspirational industry people – people who can help you get ahead in computer science. This is a great opportunity for us, as we’re able

to apply for positions and do the ‘ground work’ while we’re still studying. - Nicolas Garel, ECU Computer Science graduate

Call 134 ECU (134 328), email [email protected] or visit reachyourpotential.com.au

I have gained a better understanding of contemporary culture and the impact a globalised world has on all of us. Consequently I am more aware of how to create art that is effective in communicating. My experience at ECU was really positive. I found my lecturers to be accessible and supportive. They guided me when I needed them. - Kate West, ECU Arts student

ECU speaks for itself

ECUSTUDENTS SPEAKFOR THEMSELVESTHEIR ENTHUSIASM IS CONTAGIOUS.

MY REAL-WORLD SKILLS ALLOW ME TOMAKE UNREAL COMPUTER GAMES!

I FOUND THE FREEDOM TO EXPRESS MYSELF AT ECU.

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The choices you make over the next few days could determine what you do with the rest

of your life. So have a chat with an expert. Our opening hours are as follows:

30-31 December 2009, 10.00am - 3.00pm

2-7 January 2010, 10.00am - 3.00pm

8 January 2010, 8.30am - 5.00pm

If you wish to speak with any of our staff, please come and visit Building 18, Joondalup

Campus, 270 Joondalup WA. Being ECU, every course is designed with the right balance

of theory and practice so you’ll graduate ready to speak for yourself.

Call ECU today on 134 ECU (134 328) or visit reachyourpotential.com.au

ECU speaks for itself

THE SCORES ARE IN LET’STALK

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