Open Days provide an amazing opportunity to research courses, hear from lecturers and experts, get inspired about the possibilities for your future and ask questions about pathways, student services, accommodation and scholarships.
If you have an occupation in mind such as accounting, social work or zoology, it can be difficult to understand exactly what a course in this area entails.
What will you study?
Which university offers the best course for me?
What subjects will I study?
What graduate jobs can I explore?
What related occupations could I consider?
What back up courses should I consider if I don’t achieve the required ATAR?
Will I complete industry experience?
If you don’t have any courses or occupations in mind, participating in webinars focussed on general interest areas you have (e.g., social justice, animals, mathematics, creative arts, IT) can assist you in identifying courses that may interest you.
For example, if you love mathematics, you may explore courses in engineering, surveying, data science, actuarial science, cyber security, or a general Bachelor degree with a major in mathematics.
The following are upcoming open day dates for several institutes.
Open days can help students make informed choices about future study options, enabling them to find out about courses and programs, explore campus facilities and speak with current students about their experience. Again this year, due to COVID-19, many universities, TAFEs and colleges may offer a mix of COVID-safe on-campus and virtual events. Encourage your students to research dates and registration details for institutions that interest them, and to consider taking part. These resources on Myfuture can help them prepare:
8 ways to a great university open day
How to make the most of open days and career expos.