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KEY INFORMATION YEAR 12 2021
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CONTENTS
WELCOME 4
PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS..................................................................................................................................5
MOTHER DAUGHTER BRUNCH....................................................................................................................................5
ARTS FESTIVAL.................................................................................................................................................................5
FATHER DAUGHTER DINNER........................................................................................................................................6
CONCERTO AND MUSIC ASSEMBLY.........................................................................................................................6
YEAR 12 BOARDERS’ FAREWELL DINNER.................................................................................................................6
JUNIOR SCHOOL LUNCH.............................................................................................................................................6
SPORTS ASSEMBLY......................................................................................................................................................... 7
SCHOOL PRODUCTION................................................................................................................................................ 7
HOUSE SISTERS PROGRAM.......................................................................................................................................... 7
FAREWELL YEAR 12 8
GRADUATION AND AWARDS CEREMONY...............................................................................................................8
VALEDICTORY CELEBRATION.....................................................................................................................................8
ST HILDA’S DAY................................................................................................................................................................8
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YEAR 12 ST HILDA’S EXTRAS 9
COMMON ROOM...........................................................................................................................................................9
YEAR 12 STUDENT INFORMATION 2021
FITNESS CENTRE PRIVILEGE.........................................................................................................................................9
GILL STREET CAFE..........................................................................................................................................................9
PRIVATE STUDY................................................................................................................................................................9
DRIVING TO SCHOOL...................................................................................................................................................9
CURRICULUM DATES 10
EXAMINATIONS.............................................................................................................................................................. 10
REPORTING..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
OTHER IMPORTANT DATES......................................................................................................................................... 10
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION 11
YEAR 12 CAREERS AND FUTURE PATHWAYS........................................................................................................... 11
SCHOOL CURRICULUM AND STANDARDS AUTHORITY (SCSA)....................................................................... 11
TISC.............................................................................................................................................................................. 11-12
UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS 2021 – WESTERN AUSTRALIA....................................................................................... 13
UNIVERSITY, TAFE AND PRIVATE TRAINING, INDUSTRY AND OTHER ADDITIONAL EVENTS ..................... 13
PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES................................................................................................................................................. 13
INTERSTATE UNIVERSITIES........................................................................................................................................... 13
INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITIES................................................................................................................................... 13
RESIDENTIAL COLLEGES............................................................................................................................................ 14
SCHOLARSHIPS............................................................................................................................................................. 14
UCAT ANZ CONSORTIUM ......................................................................................................................................... 14
SKILLS WEST EXPO, PERTH CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTRE.................................................................. 15
IMPORTANT RESOURCES............................................................................................................................................ 15
ADVICE FROM PREVIOUS YEAR 12 STUDENTS...................................................................................................... 15
WELCOME
Year 12 is one of the most significant transition periods in a young person’s life. It is also
special time for families and the School community who share the students’ journey. As
Senior Students, who lead St Hilda’s, the girls have many responsibilities and privileges.
Year 12 girls will be instrumental in leading and supporting the cocurricular program. In
doing so they set the tone for a School that embodies excellence, respect, inclusion and
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Year 12s are the foundation of House spirit and coordinate many House activities including
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House Sister and act as important role models for the Year 8s. The Class of 2021 will also
lead St Hilda’s in IGSSA sports, arts, drama, music and the expansive range of Senior School
clubs and committees. As an outward sign of their leadership status, the girls wear a Year 12
tie and jumper. The School, in consultation with the students also organise a leavers jumper
to be worn at key events and outside of school.
The St Hilda’s academic program includes Semester 1 Examinations in Term 2 and Mock
Examinations at the end of Term 3. A Parent/Teacher Progress report is followed by a
meeting at the end of Term 1, a full course report in Term 2 and a statement of results in
Term 4. SEQTA Engage is a vital tool for parents to track their daughter’s assessment results
for each course. Students who are tertiary bound will be informed of the courses available
across a variety of tertiary institutions and the scholarships on offer. They will also be
guided through the tertiary application process.
The Year 12 Pastoral Care Program focuses on supporting students as they navigate
Year 12 and preparing them for life beyond St Hilda’s. Through the program students are
encouraged to maintain positive relationships with their peers and families, and to prioritise
their physical and mental health. Year 12 Tutors also work closely with the cohort to promote
the social and emotional wellbeing of each student.
This year there will be many special events to celebrate the girls’ final year at St Hilda’s.
These occasions will provide an opportunity to recognise personal excellence,
acknowledge the girls’ contribution to the School and farewell the Class of 2021. I look
forward to sharing the year with the girls and their families.
Craig Doyle
Head of Year 12
YEAR 12 EVENTS 2021
PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS
Year 12 Parent/Teacher interviews will be
held on Monday 15 March prior to the
Term 1 progress reports. The evening is
an excellent opportunity for parents to
meet with staff to gain specific feedback
on how their daughters are progressing in
each course. Interviews can be booked
online. Boarding families will be phoned
to discuss their girl’s progress, if parents
are unable to attend.
MOTHER DAUGHTER BRUNCH
The Mother Daughter Brunch provides
an opportunity for our Year 12 Mothers
and daughters to spend time together
in a relaxed setting. Students are
most welcome to attend with an aunt,
grandmother or other special person
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in their lives. They are also welcome to
attend on their own.
YEAR 12 STUDENT INFORMATION 2021
Information about tickets will be emailed
from the School Development office.
ARTS FESTIVAL
Arts Festival events occur throughout
Term 1 and culminates on Thursday 1 April.
House Choirs are organised by Year 12
students and includes every girl from Year
7 to Year 12. Performances will be held on
Friday 19 February in the PAC.
On Thursday 1 April the day will begin with
the annual Fancy Dress Parade. Dress
themes will be decided by the Year 12
leaders. The parade will be followed by
Year 12 girls leading the way in several
events including Group Dance, Group
Pop, Group Spoken and Year 7 Lip Sync.
FATHER DAUGHTER DINNER
Thursday 19 August is a very special evening
celebrated at the Esplanade Hotel in Fremantle
from 7.30pm – 10.30pm. Students may bring an
uncle, grandfather or other special person in
their lives. Girls are also most welcome to attend
on their own. Invitations will be sent home with all
details closer to the date.
CONCERTO and MUSIC ASSEMBLY
Saturday 4 September showcases our amazingly
talented Year 12 musicians. All students are
given the opportunity to perform as soloists
accompanied by our extremely talented musical
groups. This event is held in the PAC and is an
outstanding opportunity to appreciate the high calibre of music achieved by our girls.
Information on how to purchase tickets will be explained in the newsletter closer to the
date.
The Music Assembly to celebrate the depth of musical talents at St Hilda’s will be held on
Friday 3 September.
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YEAR 12 BOARDERS’ FAREWELL DINNER
The Year 12 Boarders’ Farewell Dinner is a special boarding evening held on Wednesday 13
October. This dinner provides an opportunity for celebration and appreciation of the time
shared together.
It is a time for the girls to take a trip down memory lane where fun and happy moments
are relived, a meal is enjoyed and emotional speeches are delivered. The Year 12s enjoy
looking back at the memories created in this special St Hilda’s Boarding ‘sisterhood’ while
looking forward to the next chapter.
JUNIOR SCHOOL LUNCH
All Year 12 students that attended the Junior School are invited to attend a lunch with Junior
School staff on Monday 13 September. This is a lovely occasion to reconnect with some of
their old teachers and return to where their St Hilda’s journey began.
SPORTS ASSEMBLY
Assembly on Friday 15 October allows the students involved in IGSSA sport to be
acknowledged for their contribution to the School. Our sporting program provides all girls
with the opportunity to participate in a variety of sports and fitness clubs and this event
allows them to be congratulated on their commitment.
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The Sports Assembly is also a time for St Hilda’s to welcome girls into the 24s or 30s Club.
The Clubs are to recognise those athletes who participated in more than 24 or 30 IGSSA
YEAR 12 STUDENT INFORMATION 2021
sports from Year 7 onwards.
Students who represent Western Australia or Australia in their chosen sport are also
congratulated. Finally, our overall Captains and Vice Captains (senior girls selected to
lead each IGSSA sport during respective seasons from Term 4 2020 to Term 3 2021) are
acknowledged, as are pennant-winning teams.
SCHOOL PRODUCTION
This year the School Production is ‘Legally Blonde and the first of three performances
begins on Friday 18 June. Many Year 12 students are involved in both the cast, crew and
band. This is a large commitment for the students and a highlight for many.
HOUSE SISTERS PROGRAM
In Year 11, the Class of 2021 were paired with a
Year 7 House Sister to help support younger
students begin their Senior School journey
and to develop leadership skills amongst the
older students. The Program enhanced unity
between the year groups and broadened
students’ support systems. It also gave the Year
11s an opportunity to practice empathy and
understanding. This year the Class of 2021 will
continue to meet and mentor their House Sisters.
FAREWELL YEAR 12
GRADUATION and AWARDS CEREMONY
The Graduation and Awards Ceremony will be held in the JSPAC on Tuesday 30 November,
8 9.00-11.00am. The occasion formally congratulates all Year 12s on their graduation from St
Hilda’s and acknowledges academic excellence and students will be welcomed to the Old
Scholars Association. The event will be streamed live for any parents/caregivers unable to
attend. Details will be sent home to parents closer to the time.
VALEDICTORY CELEBRATION
The Year 12 Valedictory Celebration will also be held on Tuesday 30 November. Each
Year 12 may be accompanied by two guests. Further information will be emailed from the
Communication and Engagement Team closer to the time.
ST HILDA’S DAY
The School will mark St Hilda’s
Day on Friday 22 October. Since
1931 we have been celebrating
the life of our patron Saint Hilda
with a special Eucharist at St
George’s Cathedral.
YEAR 12 ST HILDA’S EXTRAS
COMMON ROOM
The Year 12 Common Room is a fantastic
space for the students to retreat. Here
the girls have the privilege of being able
to access a fridge, microwaves, grilled
sandwich machines and a kettle. They also
have access to their own photocopier,
inbuilt speakers for music, charging
locations for laptops and a variety of seating. A Year 12 student committee is responsible
for coordinating the maintenance of the space and liaising with the Head of Year.
FITNESS CENTRE PRIVILEGE
Year 12 students are able to use the fitness centre before school, during study periods
and after school if it is not being used for Physical Education classes. Girls can collect
a permission letter from the PE Department and are required to have one introductory
session to explain how to use all equipment. After this they are free to use it anytime as long
as they are with one other student, sign in and bring a towel and water bottle with them.
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GILL STREET CAFE
YEAR 12 STUDENT INFORMATION 2021
Following the Semester 1 Examinations Year 12s are given permission to walk to Gill Street
Café during study periods, recess and lunchtime. Students are expected to sign out
before leaving campus and sign back in as soon as they return. They must wear the correct
uniform, including blazer. We trust that the Year 12s will follow these guidelines and hope
that they enjoy this special privilege.
PRIVATE STUDY
All students in Term 3 will undertake one period of private study instead of sport to assist
them in preparation for their examinations. Girls who study six courses do not have extra
private study periods but those who have elected to study less courses will be able to
work in the library during these non-contact periods. They will need to get their names
marked off as they enter the library or common room and work quietly to utilise this time.
DRIVING TO SCHOOL
Year 12 students with extenuating circumstances may apply to the Director of Senior School
for special permission to drive to and from school. Students who drive to school may not
park on campus as there is not enough parking space and there are several rules girls will
need to follow to be granted permission, including not accessing their cars during the
school day and never having other students in their car.
CURRICULUM DATES
Examinations
• Semester 1 examinations commence Monday 17 May until Friday 28 May
• Semester 2 examinations commence Tuesday 21 September until Friday 24 September
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recommence Monday 4 October and finish Friday 8 October
• 2021 written ATAR course examination timetable is published Wednesday 9 June
• ATAR course practical examinations start Saturday 25 September
• ATAR course written examinations start Monday 1 November until Friday 19 November
Reporting
• Progress report before the Year 12 Parent/Teacher interviews, on Thursday 11 March
• End of Semester 1 report Friday 2 July
• School grades and marks provided to students for checking by Wednesday 20 October
• Year 12 students’ results available online via SCSA student portal from Monday 20
December
• SCSA issues course reports, Western Australian Statement of Student Achievement
(WASSA) and Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) to students by early
January 2022
Other Important Dates
• Parent/Teacher meeting – Monday 15 March
• Last date for students to withdraw from ATAR courses with a practical component –
Thursday 22 July
• Last date for students to withdraw from ATAR courses without a practical component –
Monday 9 August
Additional information can be found on the SCSA website at https://www.scsa.wa.edu.au/UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
Information about the WASSA, WACE and Tertiary Entrance Requirements, as well as all
other course information, is available in the SCSA Year 12 Handbooks which will become
available soon.
YEAR 12 CAREERS and FUTURE PATHWAYS
Throughout the year, girls will be kept informed via email and MS Teams about any
upcoming University and TAFE information and events. A series of lunch time presentations
and drop-in advice sessions will be held at school, subject to the availability of the relevant
university, TAFE and industry expertise available. At appropriate internals key information
will also be shared with parents and carers.
In Term 3 all students will have one timetabled period per week of Careers. This course
is coordinated by the Head of Careers, Mrs Jodie Mellor. During this time girls will have
guest speakers from Notre Dame University, Curtin University, Murdoch University and The
University of Western Australia. Additional to this students will have an opportunity to hear
from The Tertiary Institutions Services Centre (TISC) in regards to university application
processes and ATAR calculations. A highlight of the program is the opportunity for our Year
12 girls to hear from our Old Scholars who routinely share insight into the transitions and
opportunities ahead.
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SCHOOL CURRICULUM AND STANDARDS AUTHORITY (SCSA)
YEAR 12 STUDENT INFORMATION 2021
The School Curriculum and Standards Authority is responsible for Kindergarten to Year 12
curriculum, assessment, standards and reporting for all Western Australian Schools. On the
SCSA website the girls will find material and information for all Year 12 WACE courses:
http://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/
The SCSA Year 12 Information Handbook will be distributed to all students in March by the
Dean of Academics. This document contains a wealth of information about the Student
Portal, awards, course enrolment, school assessment, examination conduct and special
arrangements. Girls will all complete their compulsory WACE declaration forms together in
the computer labs during Year Time with staff guiding them through this process.
TISC
TERM 3 TISC Guide issued to Year 12
Tertiary Institutions Service Centre EARLY AUGUST Applications open
(TISC) was established in 1975 END SEPTEMBER On-time closing date (no late
by the four public universities in fee) Final closing date for some
Western Australia; Curtin University of courses
Technology, Edith Cowan University,
END DECEMBER Year 12 results released
Murdoch University and The University
of Western Australia. Their aim was to EARLY JANUARY Change of preferences close
simplify the application process for MID JANUARY Main Round offers
students wishing to attend university. EARLY FEBRUARY Second Round offers
The role of TISC is to process
university enrolment applications by assessing applicants and ranking eligible applicants in
order of merit for each programme following the rules and criteria given by the individual
universities. TISC is a self-funded organisation and hence needs to charge fees for its
services. The TISC website is extremely helpful and it is important that girls familiarise
themselves with the key dates, as it is the ultimate responsibility of each student to ensure
they have, and will meet any pre-requisites and deadlines for applications.TISC Important Dates 2021 can be found via
www.tisc.edu.au and it is important you navigate this web page to increase your
understanding and note important dates.
There are important dates and it is vital to not leave things to the last minute as students can
miss out on important information or being considered for a particular course.
The on-time closing date (‘Early Bird’) is usually at the end of September. Please note that
this is the FINAL CLOSING DATE for a number of courses. At the time of publication, is the
final closing date for;
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery at Curtin and for Direct Pathway Medicine,
Dentistry, Pharmacy and Podiatry at UWA - you can’t apply for the Bachelor of Medicine,
Bachelor of Surgery at Curtin, or Direct Pathway place into Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy
or Podiatry at UWA after today. You can still change the order of existing Curtin Bachelor of
Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and UWA Direct Pathway Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy and
Podiatry preferences on your preference list.
Midnight - Recommended closing date for lodging a separate application directly to ECU
for the scheduling of an audition or interview for the following courses:
• Bachelor of Arts (Arts Management)
• Bachelor of Music
• Bachelor of Education (Secondary) – Music Education Major
• Bachelor of Performing Arts – Performance Making Major
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All students will be given a TISC Guide in Term 3 and during Year 12 Careers time staff will
utilise the computer labs to assist students with any queries they may have in this process.
Please remember that due to privacy requirements, teachers do not have access to check
student applications, it is the ultimate responsibility of both students and parents to ensure
deadlines and requirements are met.
Once students have submitted their application they can change preferences as often as
they wish for no fee provided their courses are listed in the preferences prior to the closing
date (which may be the early bird date for some courses).
A letter from TISC is given to students (through the school) in mid-August to all Year 12
students. The letter explains how to start the TISC application.
Be aware that these instructions apply to the TISC website. On the TISC site, girls will put
in their application then receive the Universities’ Admissions Advice Letter, which will have
their Scaled Scores for ATAR courses, their ATAR, and messages about eligibility to the four
participating TISC universities. Access to the SCSA website, to get their exam and school
results and their combined course mark, is a separate
process. In the application process girls will undertake
the following
• Login with user ID and password
• Answer all questions
• Insert course preferences (codes) with up to six
preferences in order
• Declare all is true and correct
• Pay application fee (online/phone/mail/office)
Until the application fee has been paid the application
is not finished.UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS 2021 – WESTERN AUSTRALIA
These dates are not yet published, but will be provided to girls and parents in due course.
You are encouraged to sign up to each relevant university for email newsletters and
updates throughout the year so they can received specific, targeted information aligned to
their individual needs.
UNIVERSITY, TAFE AND PRIVATE TRAINING,
INDUSTRY AND OTHER ADDITIONAL EVENTS
In the interests of all girls, not all opportunities are emailed to girls as we understand
their demanding academic and curricular schedules. There will be many additional
opportunities to learn about universities and post-schooling destinations throughout the
year. As these events present themselves, the relevant information will be communicated to
students by the Head of Careers, Jodie Mellor via the Daily Newsletter, email or MS Teams.
PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES
Students wishing to apply for Notre Dame University, Bond University or other Private
Insitutions need to carefully review individual websites as these universities will have their
own bespoke process.
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YEAR 12 STUDENT INFORMATION 2021
INTERSTATE UNIVERSITIES
Apply online: closing date is usually in September (in a similar timeframe to TISC).
Late fees apply.
NSW and ACT
UAC https://www.uac.edu.au/
Queensland
QTAC https://www.qtac.edu.au/
South Australia &
Charles Darwin University (NT)
SATAC https://www.satac.edu.au/
Victoria
VTAC (https://www.vtac.edu.au/
Tasmania
https://www.utas.edu.au/
INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITIES
When applying to universities outside Australia some will require information about the
School and its ranking or more details about academic performance. Please see Mrs Mellor
in the Careers Office as soon as possible to allow for the required time to assist with this
process.RESIDENTIAL COLLEGES for example; Sporting, Community Service,
All-rounder and Financial scholarships
As well as applying for universities, if girls as a stipend, course fee reduction or
wish to live at residential colleges they will as an accomodation subsidy. Girls
also need to apply for these separately. It are encouraged to speak to the Head
is a very competitive process, particularly if of Careers to discuss their personal
applying to interstate colleges. aspirations and to provide ghuidance on
scholarship research techniques. Due to
UWA has five colleges the high volume of scholarships available,
and the personal and financial nature of
• St Catherine’s College
some of the criteria, students and parents
• Trinity Residential College are best placed to seek and make final
• St George’s College evaluations regarding relevant scholarship
• St Thomas More College opportunities.
• University Hall
Girls should contact the Head of Careers,
Applications are completed online at Mrs Jodie Mellor a minimum of three weeks
https://www.uwa.edu.au/study/student- in advance of any scholarship application
life/accommodation due dates to ensure there is adequate time
available to support you with the application
The University of Melbourne has eight main processes.
colleges and only reserves certain numbers
of places for interstate applicants. Girls
must apply to the intercollegiate pool via UCAT ANZ Consortium
https://www.colleges.unimelb.edu.au/
ensuring they understand some of the UCAT is a test for admission to medical,
prestigious colleges will only consider dental and clinical sciences degree
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being the first preference. The colleges will programs that has replaced the UMAT.
communicate via email to organise Skype
interviews and deposits, so it is vital girls In 2018, the UMAT consortium decided to
continually check emails once applications use UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test)
have been lodged. instead for the assessment of student for
entry into undergraduate medicine. While
The University of Sydney has eight both are aptitude test, UMAT was a test of
colleges and girls will need to apply for higher level cognitive ability, while UCAT is
each separately (unlike Melbourne where more a test of speed thinking. Moving from
preferences are required). Information a paper-based test delivered in a single
can be found at https://sydney.edu.au/ day (UMAT) to an online test offered over
following the link to residential colleges. various dates (UCAT) provides students with
Some offer places earlier in the year but greater flexibility.
deposits will need to be paid with this early
admission. Further information can be found at www.
ucat.edu.au
SCHOLARSHIPS At the time of publishing, the BOOKINGS
for sitting the UCAT in 2021 open on 1
Most universities offer a range of financial March 2021 and the concession application
and entry scholarships. Many of these need deadline is 10 May 2021. All applications
to be applied for during Year 12. Specific CLOSE on 17 May 2021. Please register early
application criteria will vary and closing to avoid any technical difficulies. Please
dates can be quite early in the year. always refer to the website for current
information on Important dates, which can
In addition to academic scholarships, St be founda at https://www.ucat.edu.au/
Hilda’s girls have had wonderful success in ucat-anz/ucat-anz-2021/
achieving a range of scholarships based
upon other atrributes and achievements,SKILLS WEST EXPO, IMPORTANT RESOURCES
PERTH CONVENTION &
EXHIBITION CENTRE • Year 12 Information Handbook online:
https://www.scsa.wa.edu.au/
Skills West Expo educates Senior High
• University Admissions Handbooks: UWA,
School students about the huge amount of ECU, Curtin, Murdoch, Notre Dame
career options available to them. Students Fremantle
will have the opportunity to explore and
acquire information from the 100+ exhibitors • TISC guide and website: https://www.
in areas of: scsa.wa.edu.au/
• North Metropolitan TAFE; https://www.
• Tertiary, VET Education & Training
northmetrotafe.wa.edu.au/
Exhibitors
• South Metropolitan TAFE; https://www.
• Graduate, Apprenticeship & Traineeship
southmetrotafe.wa.edu.au/
Opportunities
• Tuition and Master Classes: https://
• Top Growth Industry Leaders
academicgroup.com.au/
• Pathway to university
• UCAT ANZ Consortium: www.ucat.edu.au
• Subject selection
Free admission
Website: http://skillswestexpo.com.au/
Date: Thursday 26 August 2021 to 15
Saturday 28 August 2021.
YEAR 12 STUDENT INFORMATION 2021
ADVICE FROM PREVIOUS YEAR 12 STUDENTS
• Set up email that is not school-based, as this will be deactivated after graduation.
• Colleges require an academic transcript which students can request by emailing Linda
Hamilton in Academic Services when required.
• You must register reference request details to the Head of Careers via MS Teams before
staff members will be authorised to create a reference. You can then forward any forms
from universities/colleges which should be sent to referees as soon as possible so they
can customise response to support applications as best as possible.
• When choosing a college, research their website so you get a feel for the college and
their values. Then you can refer to these in your personal statement/interview.
• Get a passport/school photo as many colleges require these for the application.
• Go to as many open days or engage in as many online events as possible to increase
your understanding of the courses available.PO Box 34 Bay View Campus Chidley Campus Mosman Park Bay View Terrace McCabe Street WA 6912 Mosman Park Mosman Park 08 9285 4100 sthildas@sthildas.wa.edu.au www.sthildas.wa.edu.au CRICOS Provider Code 00452E
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