Parents and teachers
Resources for teachers and careers advisers
We’ve gathered together useful information to support careers advisers, teachers, head teachers and principals - all in the one place. This information will assist you in supporting students through high school and the transition to university.
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- Applying for university
- Careers
- Student wellbeing
- NUPrep courses
- The University of Newcastle Experience
- Professional development for educators
- Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar
- Careers advisors webinars
- 2023 JMP Info Session Webinar
- TAFE 2 UNI Webinar
- Teaching Resources
- Mid Year Info Session
- Pathways to University Webinar
- Newsletter
- HSC English Resource
Applying for university
The University of Newcastle offers many pathways and entry options to give students the best chance of getting into uni. Some relate to specific degrees, others include our free enabling pathway programs like Open Foundation and Yapug.
Careers
Deciding on a career and then a degree can seem overwhelming when finishing high school. Below are some handy career finder tools to assist students when thinking about their future.
Student wellbeing
With the pressure of high school and thinking about the future it’s important to consider the wellbeing of students.
We’ve compiled a list of resources to help you reach out and provide assistance to students.
With the pressure of high school and thinking about the future it’s important to consider the wellbeing of students.
We’ve compiled a list of resources to help you reach out and provide assistance to students.
Resource | Description |
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The Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health (CRRMH) exists to provide leadership in rural and remote mental health research and program delivery. CRRMH works closely with rural communities and our valued partners to provide evidence-based service design, delivery and education around the country. | |
Developed by the Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health and ReachOut Australia, this quiz has been designed to track how a student is feeling and provides some steps to take if they need some additional advice or support. | |
Developed by the Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health and ReachOut Australia, this posterhas been designed to track how a student is feeling and provides some steps to take if they need some additional advice or support. | |
Act-Belong-Commit is a unique, evidence-based mental health promotion program applicable to the whole community. It was created in Western Australia and has now expanded to other states and globally. | |
A comprehensive guide to discussing suicide developed by the NSW Government, Hunter Institute of Mental Health and the Mental Health Commission of NSW. | |
We-Yarn is a culturally appropriate suicide prevention workshop for Aboriginal people. It was created in consultation with Aboriginal health and service providers, and the Aboriginal community in New England North West NSW. We-Yarn is managed by the Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health. | |
ReachOut is Australia’s leading online mental health organisation for young people. Everything created is based on the latest evidence and designed with experts, and young people or their parents. Their digital self-help tools are trusted, relevant and easy to use. | |
Beyond Blue secondary school program for years 8–10 aims to equip students with the ability to deal with adverse events through the teaching of ‘life skills’ within a supportive and safe school environment. | |
The Black Dog Institute has a range of resources and presentations available to promote mental health awareness and education in schools and the community. This includes free school resources and presentations. | |
headspace Schools is a national workforce that supports, engages and partners with education and health sectors across Australia, to build the mental health literacy and capacity of workforces. Resources available for educators include suicide prevention, suicide response and response to large scale incidences. | |
The Butterfly Foundation – Foundation for Eating Disorders – Learning, Development and Training | Butterfly have created workshops, presentations and resources for young people, professionals and parents address the factors influencing negative body image, disordered eating and the development of eating disorders. Butterfly Education includes:
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Having mental health first aid skills means that you can assist someone developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis and make a real difference to your community. |
Below is a list of fact sheets that provide useful information for teachers, students and parents.
- Seeing your GP about your mental health
- Where to find help for mental health concerns
- Mental health phone services
- Online help for mental health concerns
- Mental health professionals
- Keeping Mentally Healthy
- Keep Physically Active for Health and Happiness
- Belong for Health and Happiness
- The Act-Belong-Commit guide to Keeping Mentally Healthy
- The Act-Belong-Commit Self-assessment
- Procrastination
- Exam Anxiety
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress
- Relaxation Techniques
- Sleep
NUPrep courses
NUPrep offers FREE academic preparation and support for all University of Newcastle students in the weeks leading up to each Semester. Each course is not designed to replace completing assumed or recommended studies at high school, but to 'top up' subject knowledge and introduce skills needed to commence tertiary study.
NUPrep Bridging and Refresher Courses help students brush up on their academic knowledge and skills. The courses cover a wide range of subject areas to suit the degree or program student's are preparing for.
The University of Newcastle Experience
Book a campus tour
A campus tour can give students a taste of what studying at the University of Newcastle is really like. Tours are led by our Student Ambassadors – current students at the University. Depending on interests and availability, tours can include lecture theatres, the library and Student Hubs.
A tour takes approximately two hours and includes a short presentation about the University. Tours are conducted between March to early December for school groups and are subject to availability.
For more information or to book a tour for your school, contact futurestudents@newcastle.edu.au
Subject specific talks, tours and activities
At the University of Newcastle, we understand that students and teachers may be interested in what the we have to offer in a specific subject area. We’ve developed a suite of activities, talks and tours in a variety of areas.
Some of these activities, depending on availability, can be brought directly to your school and others can be presented on campus at the University. Combine an activity with a tour of the campus to create a tailored experience for your students.
For more information or to book for your school, contact futurestudents@newcastle.edu.au
Campus Experience Days – Callaghan and Ourimbah
Campus Experience Days include tour of campus, hands-on activities and subject taster sessions for school groups of students in Year 7 to 10 who are interested in studying at university.
To book in your group please email futurestudents@newcastle.edu.au
Professional development for educators
The University of Newcastle provides educators with a range of postgraduate study options for professional development, such as:
- Graduate Certificate in Education
- Master of Education
- Master of Leadership and Management in Education
- Master of Special and Inclusive Education
If the idea of committing to a degree seems a little daunting, you can still gain skills to lead, support and positively transform your school by enrolling in the Professional Certificate in Leadership and Management in Education. You will study the following 3 courses that will contribute to 12 hours of NESA Registered Professional Development:
- EDLMX1 Developing Your Educational Leadership and Management Vision
- EDLMX2 Applying Strategic Leadership in Education
- EDLMX3 Leading Transformative Change in Education
Completing the Professional Certificate is a pathway for entry into the Master of Leadership and Management in Education at the University of Newcastle.
There are other open online courses to choose from. More information can be found here.
Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar
Our student ambassadors will share key subject selection information and share their stories and experiences with subject selection and transition to University studies.
Presentation topics:
- Subject selection process (our 3 simple steps on how to select your subjects)
- Subject selection resources, case studies and examples
- What if I don't know what I want to do or change my mind?
- What can you study at the University of Newcastle?
- Differences between school life and university life
- Pathways to University
- Ask a Student platform
The session will be approx. 1 hour including 15 mins for Q&A.
Year 10 Subject Selection Webinar
Careers advisors webinars
2023 Career Adviser NEW Degree Update Webinar
2023 Career Adviser NEW Degree Update Webinar
2024 Career Adviser Admissions Webinar
Recording by the University of Newcastle admissions 101 / update webinar with David Donnelly, Associate Director, Student and Academic Administration.
2023 JMP Info Session Webinar
Join us as we look at the JMP program and admission criteria, pathways and study locations, whilst hearing first-hand experiences from current students and academics.
2023 JMP Info Session Webinar
TAFE 2 UNI Webinar
Are you looking at studying a University degree after completing TAFE? We invite you to join us for our TAFE to Uni webinar recorded via zoom.
TAFE 2 UNI Webinar
Teaching Resources
Mid Year Info Session
Watch our 2022 Mid Year Info Session Webinar to hear from Student Ambassadors about what uni is like, how to balance work and study, different support services available, how to get in and more.
Mid Year Info Session
Pathways to University Webinar
Watch our Pathways to University Webinar to hear about Open Foundation, NUPrep Bridging and the support you will receive as a Pathways student.
Pathways to University Webinar
HSC English Resource
- The Tempest lecture transcript (PDF, 210kb)
- The Tempest exercise (PDF, 84kb)
The Tempest: For an age or for all time? 25:56
Dr. Gabriella Edelstein, a Lecturer in English at the University of Newcastle has put together some material for HSC English students on The Tempest. This activity will focus on the themes of race, colonisation, and how our understanding of Shakespeare changes over time
Highlights
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From Classroom to Clinic: Kristen's Journey from Education to Podiatry
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Building Strength, Inspiring Change: My Path in Physiotherapy
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Transforming a passion for healthcare into a career in podiatry
Working at a public hospital in Singapore as a professional podiatrist, alumna Hazel Chua believes that the University of Newcastle equipped her with the tools, knowledge and experience needed to thrive in her profession.
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Transforming Travel: From tourist to tourism management and marketing
Taking any opportunities that came her way, Jiaqian was able to develop a range of skills that gave her the confidence to determine what she wanted her future to look like in Tourism Management
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Open Foundation pathway ensures that Social Work is a fulfilling career
Unsure about her future, Steph enrols in the University of Newcastle’s Open Foundation program and finds empowerment in sociology, wanting to provide support to marginalised communities.
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Computer science opportunity leads Meg to Malaysia
Throughout her studies, Meg was also given the opportunity to embark on an academic study tour to Malaysia and intern with a host company in Kuala Lumpur.
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The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.