Information for Secondary Students

Choosing the next step

Planning for the future can be a difficult task, whatever your age. But the better informed we are, the more confident we feel about making the key decisions that shape our lives. That's why it's essential to gather as much information as possible, as early as possible, to help you decide.

Maybe you're in Years 7-9 and you are thinking about your senior secondary subject choices. Or you might be in Years 10-12, researching the options available to you when you leave school. Whatever your age, your decision to access this website demonstrates your positive commitment to planning your future.

What's here for you?

Firstly, you can access a wide range of articles, covering everything from details about tertiary qualifications, to tips on how to get into the course of your choice. There are suggestions on how to decide what to study, making the most of your school exam results, and planning a gap year. For further information, look in the subject folders listed under 'Secondary Students', on the menu bar.

Secondly, you can search our database by Institution , Course or Career , to find descriptions, facts and commentary on tertiary education providers, tertiary courses and employment options.

Thirdly, for those of you interested in higher education providers, you can consult our University Ratings for ratings and rankings of universities, courses and campuses - essential information to help you work out what should be on your list of possibilities.

Other useful resources

Hobsons Guides produces a range of print and online publications that can help you find out what you want to aim for during secondary school and beyond. We can help you choose the right tertiary course and institution; provide you with comprehensive job and career information; and even a free personalised career, study and lifestyle service!

JobGuide is the national publication of job and career education. It details almost 600 occupations and entry-level education and training courses. For more information visit JobGuide online at http://jobguide.dest.gov.au or contact Hobsons Guides at the number below.

The Good Universities Guide is an annual publication that contains all you need to know about courses and higher education institutions in Australia, including our exclusive 5-star ratings. It is used by careers advisers, parents, students and academics and is considered the most comprehensive and independent source of consumer information on Australian higher education. You can find out more information about The Good Universities Guide from Hobsons Guides Ph: 1800 682 133 OR become a member and get access to the whole Good Universities Guides series at ratings.thegoodguides.com.au .