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Wishing all our BSci’ers the very best for your upcoming exams and final assessments. Remember to take care of yourself during the coming weeks; get enough sleep, drink plenty of water and make time to exercise. If you have questions please contact your tutors and check your subject’s LMS page. First year students can also take advantage of the first year learning centres for support. Other info on exams can be found here.
Did you know that UMSU volunteers and staff provide free support and advice during exams at the Royal Exhibition Centre in their Exam Support Stall. You can pick up important stuff you may have left behind, and any advice that you need.
Did you also know that Carte Crepes (located behind the John Medley West building) offer a free crepe to any Unimelb student on the date of your last exam?! Yum.
You may have heard that the Subject Experience Survey is now open for all Semester 2 subjects. You can win $500 just by completing one survey, and your feedback helps shape the future of your subjects. Access the surveys here.
The Australian Boat Race is on this Sunday in Sydney, with a number of our current and past Bachelor of Science students participating in the race between University of Melbourne and the University of Sydney. We wish our rowers all the best for the event!
Read on for all the opportunities, events and jobs specifically picked out for science students like you!
IN THIS ISSUE
Re-enrolment
Top Job
Scholarships
Opportunities
BSci-Tip
Events
Sci-Comm Tip
Science in the Media
Services
Re-enrolment
Don’t forget, re-enrolment for 2017 is now open. Re-enrolling in all of your subjects on time allows us to run as many subjects and classes as possible – leaving it until next year may mean that we will re-schedule or pull some subjects. By re-enrolling now, you can secure your place and the subjects you want. You can always swap later.
If your are re-assessing your major options and want some guidance, the course planner on the my.science app allows you to enter the science subjects you did in 1st year, and will show you the different major pathways that you are set up for. There are also plenty of new sample course plans (including our two new majors, Data Science and Environmental Engineering Science) on both the new BSc website, as well as on our Course planning and Advice pages.
You must re-enrol in your course for 2017 by Fri 9 Dec (midnight). If you don’t re-enrol before this deadline you will incur a $103 late re-enrolment fee.
Not sure how to go about re-enrolling, or got questions? More information about re-enrolment can be found here.
Top Jobs
Undergraduate Engineers - Vacation Program
What: 3rd year undergraduates to join the WorleyParsons Vacation Program. Strong analytical ability great communication skills, ability to organise and achieve work objectives, ability to work well within a team environment, initiative and desire to succeed.
Who: Civil/Structural, Mechanical, Instrumentation/Mechatronics, Electrical, Chemical/Process, Environmental, Water, Geotechnical, Marine, Coastal, GIS/Geomatic, Information Technology
Remuneration: $25 p/hour
Applications close: Fri 4 Nov
See Careers Online for this job and many others!
NOTE: You may be eligible to undertake this for course credit - SCIE30002 Science & Technology Internship.
IT Project Assistant (Paid Internship)
What: Horticulture Innovation Australia looking for a graduate IT Project Assistant to assist with the roll out of our newly developed Farming Management cloudbased application. Reporting directly to the executive director, the graduate will assist in testing the software, business analysis and UAT whilst working with the key users (farming team and procurement team) and liaising back to our developers.
Who: Students completing their Bachelor no later than November 2017
Where: Melbourne's South East Suburbs
Remuneration: $8,000 over the 3 month internship period in 3 Instalments (pro-rata if less than 3 month duration)
Applications close: Fri 28 Oct
Apply here.
NOTE: This MUST BE for course credit during summer - SCIE30002 Science & Technology Internship.
Food Technologist (Paid Internship)
What: Horticulture Innovation Australia looking for a graduate food technologist to work with our team to monitor and improve quality assurance processes across our farming and production departments. The graduate will also work closely with Coles Supermarkets, and complete Coles quality training as a part of the program.
Who: Students completing their Bachelor no later than November 2017
Where: Melbourne's South East Suburbs
Remuneration: $8,000 over the 3 month internship period in 3 Instalments (pro-rata if less than 3 month duration)
Applications close: Fri 28 Oct
Apply here.
NOTE: This MUST BE for course credit during summer - SCIE30002 Science & Technology Internship.
Scholarships
Sugar Research Institute Scholarship
The Sugar Research Institute Scholarship (SRIS) is available to current students in their penultimate year studying an engineering (chemical, mechanical, process and electrical), science or technical degree. The SRIS aims to encourage the participation of high calibre students in the Australian sugar processing industry.
The four scholarship recipients in 2017will be hosted by Australian sugar mills and refineries for three work placements of four weeks each over one and half years (two placements during the crushing season and one placement during maintenance).
What you receive:
• Total payment of $7,500 (paid in three instalments of $2,500)
• Paid work placement at industry rates and a living away allowance of $250 per week
For more information on how to apply visit the website
Opportunities
Become an In2Science Mentor
Are you passionate about science and maths?
Undergraduate students studying science, technology, engineering and/or maths are invited to apply as an In2science Mentor for semester 1 2017. Mentors will be confirmed this year.
In2science is a science peer mentoring program that works to engage high school students from low socio-economic areas with science and maths. University students volunteer their time to work as a mentor in a year 8 or 9 science or maths classrooms or as an online eMentor for 10 week placements. Over the 10 weeks you will get to know the students and encourage them to relate the science/maths they are studying in class to their lives and interests outside of school. You will show that scientists are diverse people not restricted to lab coats and that science is important in many aspects of our lives!
Volunteering with In2science is a great way to give back to the community in the science sphere. With training and support from the University you will develop your communication skills, enhance your resume, get a taste for the classroom and inform our society about the importance and wonders of science.
To apply, go to the website. Any questions? Email Maddy Yewers.
Science Student Ambassador Program 2017
Do you love studying science at Melbourne? Become a Science Student Ambassador and complement your studies with the skills that give you a leading edge upon finishing your degree.
As a Science Student Ambassador you will have the opportunity to contribute to various activities run by the Faculty, while developing your skills in public speaking, communication and interpersonal skills, presentation skills, teamwork and networking.
Participation is voluntary and you will be the face of the University at key events. You will be highly influential in decisions that have a big impact on the University including a student’s decision to study with us. Events may be at the University, Faculty or School level.
Applicants must have completed a minimum of one year of study in the Faculty of Science with a H3 average.
For more information, and to obtain a copy of the Position Description, email Jennifer De Gabriele or call her on 03 8344 7949.
Science Experience: Volunteers Needed
Are you interested in a volunteering opportunity for the summer break? Here is your chance! Become a Group Leader in The Science Experience 2017 - a 3 day program of interactive and fun science activities run for Years 9 and 10 students from all over Victoria.
Group leaders work in pairs, accompanying a group of around 10 students through all of the activities on offer. Being a Group Leader is a great way to build your leadership, communication, and problem solving skills, and is an excellent thing to include on your CV. The Science Experience will run Mon 16 - Wed 18 Jan at the Parkville campus.
Please note that a current working with children check is required to participate. To submit an expression of interest, please contact Katie Potts by Fri 18 Nov.
Science Day 1 Volunteers needed
We are looking for motivated volunteers to help us welcome new students into the Bachelor of Science in 2017! If you are keen to get involved with Science Day 1 orientation activities on Wed 25 Jan and/or Thurs 16 Feb we’d like to hear from you! Please let us know by emailing Monique Alexander by Tues 20 Dec.
ANSTO Internships
This is a UNIQUE opportunity!
The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) are currently accepting expression of interest applications from top performing students within science, engineering and corporate services wanting to explore internship opportunities.
For further information and to register your interest please visit their website.
Medtech Mingle Melbourne
Medtech Mingle Melbourne is a speed-networking event involving senior industry leaders and startup founders from Victoria's leading medical technology companies and startups.
If you're a student seeking a work opportunity in the medtech industry over summer or longer-term, then don't miss this! Thurs 24 Nov, 6pm - 8pm. Register here.
BSci-Tip
Thanks to Science Ambassador Amanda Loh for the following tip about the looming exam period.
"Over the SWOTVAC period, be sure to keep an eye out for potential study groups and discussions on Facebook / LMS discussion boards. The questions that pop up might be the best thing to ever happen right before the final exam." - Amanda Loh
Have some great tips to share? Email and let us know! Top tips will receive a UoM Science Hoodie.
Events
Engineering and IT Graduate Study Info Night
Are you currently doing an engineering systems major? Or thinking of a new area of study in Engineering or IT? Come to our Graduate Study Info Night to have all your questions answered. Academic and admissions staff will be available throughout the night, with optional info sessions.
Mon 24 Oct, 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Register online.
Dean's Lecture: The Power of a Warm Welcome
As part of the Faculty of Science Dean's Lecture Series, Professor Uma Kothari from the University of Manchester will discuss public representations of refugees and the forging of everyday humanitarianism. Tues 29 Nov, 6:00pm - 8:00pm in The Spot. Register here.
Wade Institute Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition
Come watch the next generation of Australian startups pitch for $10k! From agtech to platform technology to manufacturing, join us for drinks and networking to see the Master of Entrepreneurship students pitch their ideas. Wed 26 Oct, 6:00pm - 9:00pm at the Wade Institute, Ormond College. Register here.
Sci-Comm Tip
Each newsletter we feature tips from our very own science communication extraordinaire in the School of BioSciences, Dr Jen Martin. Follow Jen on Twitter @scidocmartin or check out her blog, Espresso Science.
SciComm Tip #12 Learn to make great Powerpoint slides
Chances are, at some point you will give a talk using Powerpoint (or equivalent) slides. And no matter how interesting the content is and how well you speak, bad slides can completely wreck your talk. So invest time in making fantastic slides that enhance, rather than distract from your message. A simple rule to follow: less is always more. Fewer slides, minimal text and animations only if essential. Here are a few good tips, and there’s plenty more useful advice online.
Science in the Media
Frogs and the city
Frogs are a key indicator of environmental health. Find out why in this new Pursuit article featuring Associate Professor Kirsten Parris, who is a Research Fellow in the School of Ecosystem and Forest Science.
Stories from the field: Madagascar
Final year PhD student Catherine Wheller, School of Earth Sciences, visited this African island in search of rocks that hold the key to the formation of Gondwana. Read her story in this article.
Clock on: when weather gets into a routine
Temperatures in some of Australia’s biggest cities follow weekly cycles that appear to match our working habits. In this article, read about the new evidence of human influence on the world around us.
Services
myUniApps Coming soon!
myUniApps is a new service for students that provides online access to software packages – anywhere, any time and to any device. These include general productivity software and software that may be relevant to your particular subjects.
Anywhere, any time, any device
myUniApps is accessed via any web browser and from any web-enabled device (iPhone, Mac, PC, iPad, Windows Phone, Linux, Android, etc.). The software runs online, you only need to download a small Citrix receiver application.
Opening, saving & printing
From myUniApps you can access and save files as normal and print to your own printer or a University print queue.
Stay tuned!
myUniApps will go live from Mon 24 Oct. Please visit this website, install Citrix, log-in with your usual University credentials and try it out for yourself!
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Until next time we are truly yours,
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