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Pathways and UCAT · 15 minutes

Pathway Conversation Starter

Prepare useful questions for subject selection, university, TAFE, scholarships and alternative pathways without forcing an early decision.

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Pathway Conversation Starter

Prepare useful questions for subject selection, university, TAFE, scholarships and alternative pathways without forcing an early decision.

For
Years 9–12 and parents
Allow
15 minutes

Step 1

Begin with the student

What subjects or activities hold my attention?

What kinds of problems do I enjoy solving?

What would I like to experience before deciding?

Step 2

Questions for an adviser or open day

What are the current prerequisites?

What alternative entry routes exist?

What does a normal week in this course or pathway look like?

Which dates must be checked on the official source?

Step 3

Next step

One official source to check

One person to ask

One event or experience to consider