University. It must seem like such a strange and weird place to you right now. There must be so many questions going through your head; Which university? What course? What about payment? And the list is endless. I must admit, it is a very daunting process. But don’t you fret because I am here to… Continue reading AFTER ATAR – University Enquiries
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How you can get the most out of Open Days
VTAC applications are opening up soon, so that means Open Days are coming up too! Open Days are an opportunity for universities to showcase what they can offer you. They are a great chance for you to get a feel for the culture of the university and see whether it is the right environment for… Continue reading How you can get the most out of Open Days
AFTER ATAR – Finding the Best Fit at University
So you’re finally finished with high school and ready to move on to university. Well, the next couple of months are going to be filled with excitement. The most important thing you need to do now is finding a study plan that suits your needs. Each university offers flexible study options to accommodate each individual’s… Continue reading AFTER ATAR – Finding the Best Fit at University
Uni in the United States – A Detailed Explainer
Have you considered applying to study at Uni in the United States? The USA has many of the best universities in the world, from Ivy-league research universities like Princeton and Harvard to largest state universities like UC-Berkeley to small liberal arts schools like Swarthmore, which are often called colleges in the United States! Confusing, right?… Continue reading Uni in the United States – A Detailed Explainer
Effectively Utilise Feedback from Your Tutor & Teacher
During VCE, feedback and criticism from your tutor and teacher are pivotal to success. Far too often, students do not seek enough feedback. This could be due to any number of reasons. For example, I was often reluctant to hand in essays until I felt that they were perfect; or I left revision too late… Continue reading Effectively Utilise Feedback from Your Tutor & Teacher
How Important Are Internal School Assessments?
When completing assessments during Year 11 and 12, there are two types: internal assessments conducted by the schools and the second is the final exam. Many students comment that they’re not too sure how this internal assessment marks the link to their overall scores at the end of Year 12. Thankfully, Sarah Andrews, an amazing… Continue reading How Important Are Internal School Assessments?
How To Get Work Experience In High School
Let’s skip forward to the end of the year, and imagine you have finally completed the VCE. From writing additional essays to quizzing your friends with flashcards through to last minute colour coded highlighting, all of your hard work has finally paid off. At Valedictory, you’ve thanked all your teachers for their dedication, laughed at… Continue reading How To Get Work Experience In High School
AFTER ATAR – A Glossary of University Terms
Census Date: The last date you can withdraw from a subject, without it going on your academic transcript or on your HECS debt Swotvac: The time between the end of the semester and the beginning of the exam period in which you revise and review material for the upcoming exams. HECS Debt: The debt you… Continue reading AFTER ATAR – A Glossary of University Terms
How to get the most out of your child’s tutoring
Getting a tutor for your child is a great positive step you can make in assisting your child’s learning. But once you’ve made that step it can sometimes be difficult to know how to get the most out of the tutoring. To help with this here are some suggestions, provided by tutors, as to how… Continue reading How to get the most out of your child’s tutoring
How to Succeed in VCE Global Politics – The Basics
1. Be prepared to have your ideas challenged! Religion and Politics! Two topics avoided like the plague during conversations as they can stir up strong emotions and opinions – sometimes ending with very heated debates. It is important to realize that as a student of VCE Global Politics you will be exposed to different opinions… Continue reading How to Succeed in VCE Global Politics – The Basics