Co-op Scholarship Program Never Stand Still Co-op Program The Ultimate Career Plan Start planning, apply today coop.unsw.edu.au
What is the UNSW Co-op Program? Set up by industry leaders and UNSW, the Co-op Program is the career development scholarship for high achieving undergraduate students, offering industry training, leadership and professional development, networking opportunities, mentoring and financial support of $16,750 p.a.* tax free for a minimum of four years. *Mining Scholars should refer to the website for program specific information. Australia s leading companies take part in the education and professional development of some of the nation s best and brightest students with a view to recruit high-potential employees. Business, Engineering, Built Environment and Science Program structures vary depending on the academic program requirements. Co-op Business, Business Information Systems and Built Environment Programs are four year degrees. The three* industry training placements are treated as courses. Placements are structured, assessed and awarded units of credit and scholars must do Honours or a double major depending on chosen program. * Only the two 24 week placements in the Built Environment Program are treated as courses. Students undertaking Co-op Engineering and Science Programs are granted three or four year degrees, which become four or five year programs to accommodate industry training placements. These placements are not treated as courses, allowing greater flexibility of work undertaken on placement and increased opportunity to pursue double degrees. It is essential to GO ONLINE for more program details, study schedules and sponsor lists at coop.unsw.edu.au. Please check the website regularly for updates on programs available for application.
What do YOU experience by becoming a Co-op scholar? Between 9 and 18 months of relevant industry experience with multiple companies during your degree not only provides invaluable insight into the real world of work in your chosen profession but also puts Co-op graduates ahead of the competition when it comes to graduate recruitment. Leadership and professional development training through camps and interactive workshops, enhance your skills in leadership, teamwork, communication and develop your ability to transition and operate effectively in the workplace. These sessions are presented in a way that you will find challenging, practical, fun and social. Mentoring and support is offered throughout the program. You will have access to a large support network, assisting the transition to university and enhancing your academic and career pursuits. Stacks of Co-op events help you create professional and social networks. Networking is not only an important element in graduate recruitment and career development, but also in making the most of university life. Talk to a variety of employers through a range of events and build professional networks that can develop and last your entire career. Regular Co-op social gatherings encourage you to get to know peers from all disciplines and also keep in touch with the Co-op team. The Co-op community of scholars is a close knit group and offers great peer support throughout the challenges of study, work placements and into graduate employment. You also have the opportunity to undertake an international exchange during your degree, expanding your global network! Who are we looking for? We are looking for outgoing, motivated, ambitious, high achievers. Candidates for the Co-op Scholarship are selected not only on the basis of their academic ability, but also their communication skills, motivation and leadership potential. We want outgoing students who get involved in a range of activities and can demonstrate balance between academic, extracurricular and social pursuits. You need to demonstrate responsibility, commitment and resilience. The Co-op Program presents scholars with unique experiences to learn and grow. It provides opportunities for them to practice and demonstrate a high level of responsibility, commitment and resilience. This program is for students who thrive on challenges, appreciate the opportunities presented to them, make the most of every situation and commit to seeing things through to the end. Financial support of $16,750 p.a.* for a minimum 4 years of your Co-op Program. *Mining Scholars should refer to the website for program specific information.
Do YOU have what it takes to become a future Co-op scholar? A high ATAR alone is not sufficient to gain entry into the Program. We are looking for Co-op scholars who: are active in school and/or community activities show initiative and leadership make a significant contribution to school or community communicate well enjoy working with other people want to be active within the university and Co-op community have a real and genuine interest in a career in industry or a government enterprise in their chosen field of study are ambitious and keen to contribute in their chosen field of study care about what is happening in the community, country and the world at large If this sounds like you, and you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident we strongly encourage you to apply. ATAR requirement For a 2014 high school leaver entering the program the minimum academic requirement is an ATAR of 96 (or equivalent), OR entry into the chosen degree program at UNSW, whichever is the higher. No bonus points (except EAS) will be considered for this requirement. Anyone expecting an ATAR above 90 should consider applying because you could be pleasantly surprised by your results. If taking a gap year, students need to reapply in 2015 and meet 2016 entry requirements. UAC Codes To accept a Co-op Scholarship you will need to ensure that you gain entry into the corresponding single degree program (e.g. entry into the Bachelor of Actuarial Studies (Co-op) is required for an offer in the Co-op Actuarial Studies Program), check the website for UAC codes. You will not be able to accept your Scholarship through the flexible first year engineering program or a combined degree program. 2014 KEY EVENTS Thursday 1 May Applications open online Tuesday 24 June Scholarships Information Evening Saturday 6 September UNSW Open Day Tuesday 30 September Applications close Friday 7 November Interview notification Sunday 9 November Last date to accept/decline interview Monday 24 November Interview Briefing Day (ALL programs) Tuesday 25 November Interviews (ALL programs) N.B. You will be told at your Interview Briefing Day the date that interview outcomes will be available. Conditional offers will be released online. Double majors and dual degrees Many double majors are possible under the Co-op Program, however, if during your studies you wish to explore undertaking a dual degree, you can discuss the possibility with the Co-op team. If you can demonstrate strong academic achievement, fulfil all Co-op Scholarship requirements and gain sponsors approval, it may be possible to undertake a dual degree whilst keeping a Co-op Scholarship. Please note that dual degrees with Law cannot be studied under the Co-op Program due to conflicts with the placement schedule. Go online for more information It is essential to GO ONLINE for more information on programs, current sponsors, scholar profiles, the leadership and professional development training, our school success page which lists the high schools our current scholars came from and so much more. Remember to check the Future Students FAQ page and if you can t find what you re looking for on the website, contact us! coop.unsw.edu.au UNSW CO-OP PROGRAM P: +61 2 9385 5116 F: +61 2 9313 6774 E: cooprog@unsw.edu.au W: coop.unsw.edu.au Library Annex (F21 on the UNSW Campus Map) Enter via Gate 11, Botany Street
Co-op Scholarship Program Application Quick Guide Never Stand Still Co-op Program STEP 1 Start your application NOW by drafting your responses to the application questions STEP 2 Applications open online from May at coop.unsw.edu.au STEP 3 Register your details, including your Careers Adviser or Year 12 Coordinator s email address, to enable them to submit your School s Assessment STEP 4 Log on and save as many times as you like to complete your application STEP 5 SUBMIT your application online by 30 September and you will receive an email notification acknowledging receipt TIPS Observe the character limits (includes spaces) for each question. Please think carefully about your responses and ensure you proof read and spell check answers. Each question is an opportunity to demonstrate the attributes we are looking for (see over) and tell us about what makes you stand out as a candidate for the Scholarship. Application Questions Program preferences: You can select up to four programs, but only select programs you have a serious interest in studying. Explain what it is that most attracts you to the UNSW Co-op Program and the academic field(s) that you have chosen? [750 character limit]. 1a/b. Co-curricular activities: You will be asked to select from a drop down list of activities and activities not listed may be added. 2. Learnings: Select one or two activities from either list in Question 1 and tell us the most important things you gained or learned from these activities. Do not just provide a list of dot points. [1000 character limit] 3. Personal development: What do you regard as your key strengths and areas for improvement? [1000 character limit] 4. Leadership and team work: Tell us about a situation where you were effective as a leader and/or as a team player. e.g. Describe how you significantly influenced others, or contributed to the effective operation/ successful outcome of a situation or team. [1000 character limit] 5. Decision making or problem solving: Drawing on your experience or involvement in a part-time job, community or school activity, describe how you overcame a challenging situation and what you learnt from the experience. [1000 character limit] 6. Significant achievement or project: Describe an achievement in the workplace and/or designing, building, programming or creating something. Your example might relate to recent work experience, a part time job or a major non-school based project you have undertaken. You might choose to highlight your creativity; the ability to see alternatives; come up with many varied or original ideas; or willingness to try/ learn new things. [1250 character limit] 7. After graduation: What sort of graduate position do you imagine yourself in after university? [750 character limit] 8. Personal qualities: Why should you be selected as a UNSW Co-op Program scholar? Describe the personal qualities and values that differentiate you and that you would bring to the UNSW Co-op Program. [1000 character limit] PROGRAMS* Business Accounting & Business Management Actuarial Studies Business Information Systems Commerce Information Systems Finance & Banking Marketing Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil & Environmental Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering & Telecommunications Industrial Chemistry Mechanical Engineering Mining Engineering Petroleum Engineering Photovoltaics & Renewable Energy Software Engineering Science Materials Science & Engineering Built Environment Construction Management & Property *NOT ALL PROGRAMS OFFERED EVERY YEAR - please refer to the website for a list of programs on offer Start planning, apply today coop.unsw.edu.au
Insights from our NEW Co-op scholars The uniqueness of the Co-op Program lies in the attitude of both the program organisers, sponsors and the students. Co-op is a place where everyone is striving for you to succeed. Such a supportive and encouraging environment is, I think, one of the programs greatest attributes. Jade Giacoppo, 2014 Co-op scholar Computer Science When I heard that the Co-op Program offered several work placements with multiple leaders of industry, I had to apply. To me, knowledge is most powerful when you can learn to adapt it to practical situations presented in the workforce. Andrew Marshall, 2014 Co-op scholar Finance & Banking After gaining extensive work experience via the program, Co-op scholars are highly sought-after by our sponsors for graduate recruitment. IBM is committed to the ongoing support of these scholarships, and we believe this co-operative education model between industry and universities will ensure Australia has the local talent and skills required to meet the changing needs of our workforce. Steve Bingham, Managing Partner of IBM Global Business Services Holstein Wong, Co-op Alumnus at BHP Billiton Are you from a RURAL area of Australia? Rural students frequently have a strong interest in engineering but are not able to study in a region close to their home. Each year the Faculty of Engineering Rural Scholarship Program has approximately 20 scholarships, valued at $11,000 p.a (tax free) for four years, available for rural students who can undertake one of more than 20 full-time engineering programs. Find out more online at engineering.unsw.edu.au/rural-engineeringscholarships and apply using the same online application system as the Co-op Program at coop.unsw.edu.au Do you want to know more about other scholarships offered at UNSW? A range of UNSW scholarships are available to students from first year and right through their university career. To identify scholarships relevant to you, GO ONLINE and use the search function to find a scholarship in your area of interest or match your circumstances scholarships.unsw.edu.au Applications for UNSW Co-op Program, Rural Scholarships and most other high school leaver scholarships open ONLINE in May and close on 30th September. coop.unsw.edu.au