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Current NewsLearn more about UB TecUB Tec provides accredited, hands-on learning for year 11 and 12 students in an adult learning environment. Students who enrol at UB Tec may be interested in going on to further training at TAFE, starting an apprenticeship, or getting a job. The UB Tec program provides a range of VET certificates. Students have access to TAFE facilities and are taught by experienced TAFE and VCAL teachers at the SMB Campus. Upon successful completion students are awarded two certificates both completed within a one year program. The accredited senior secondary VCAL certificate, along with the students' selected Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualification. Students are enrolled as University of Ballarat students which provides them with access to a wide range of support services, including counselling, pathways planning, disability support and health services. Participation in the UB Tec program helps students to develop skills to enhance their prospects of gaining apprenticeships, employment or going onto further study. Apprenticeships continue to be the most common destination for UB Tec students. Proposed programs for 2012*: - Automotive Technology *Subject to demand Individual industry interests outside our listed programs may be negotiated in some cases. Prospective students should speak directly with UB Tec staff about their specific industry interests. Information SessionsLocation: Flecknoe Building (UB Tec Foyer) Throughout Open Day displays of UB Tec programs and activities will be in the foyer and classrooms of UB Tec. Program information and application forms will also be available from staff. |  |
UB Tec's new building under construction, Tuesday September 28 2010UB Tec celebrates the official commencement of work on the new UB Tec building to be constructed on the corner of Moyle and Grant Streets at the SMB Campus. The new and exciting Technical Education Centre will cater for fifteen to nineteen-year-olds who haven't completed year twelve. "That will give our children the opportunity to move into the trades and other technical education opportunities," Minister for Skills Bronwyn Pike said. "It's a thirty six million dollar initiative by the government because we want to make sure that kids do in fact complete high school," Ms Pike said. "It's the first centre of its type in this part of Victoria, the state government has now provided funding for four technical education centres but this one will be very special," University of Ballarat Vice-Chancellor Professor David Battersby said. What makes the Ballarat facility so unique is that it will be co-located with a university, making it the first of its kind in the state. "So there will be an opportunity for 15 year olds to study at the University of Ballarat and if they so choose to complete their education with a Masters degree or a doctorate at the University of Ballarat," Professor Battersby said. The new purpose built facility is expected to open in 2012. "We already have in place at the moment the Technical Education Centre which is running out of temporary premises and we have I think in excess of 120 students already gearing up to move into the new centre."
Pictured: (L-R) Jannine Bennett (Head, UB Tec); The Hon. Bronwyn Pike (Minister for Education, Skills and Workforce Participation); Elizabeth Spark (Executive Assistant to Head - UB Tec); Claire Rasmussen (Head of Department, Student Programs, UB Tec); Cindy McKenzie (Industry & Community Liaison Officer, UB Tec).
Pictured: (L-R) Professor Terry Lloyd (Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Ballarat); Cr. Judy Verlin (Mayor, City of Ballarat); Jannine Bennett (Head, UB Tec); The Hon. Bronwyn Pike (Minister for Education, Skills and Workforce Participation); Cindy McKenzie (Industry & Community Liaison Officer, UB Tec).
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Past NewsOpen Day 2010, Sunday August 29thThe University of Ballarat Open Day 2010 will be held at our Mt Helen, SMB and Camp St Campuses on Sunday August 29th. The SMB campus will be open from 10am to 3pm on Open Day, with a free bus operating between the three Ballarat campuses. Open Day aims to provide prospective students with information on University life and knowledge about the various Tec, TAFE and University courses. There is a wide variety of courses on offer, and there will be many helpful staff members and students available on the day to assist prospective students with information and advice. Come along to the SMB Campus and take a tour of UB Tec, talk to our teachers and see the work of our current students.
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UBTec 'Getting a Job' Booklet
Play the video below to find out more about the UBTec 'Getting a Job' Booklet.
May 2009
Right click on the 'Getting a Job' link below and 'Save Target as' to download.
UBTec Newsletters
Right click on newsletter link and 'Save Target as' to download.
- UBTec News - Feb 2010 (pdf)
- UBTec Yearbook 2009 (pdf)
- UBTec News - June 2009 (pdf)
- UBTec News - August 2008 (pdf)
UBTec 'Employers' Answers
The video below was recorded during an open forum with employers
held at UBTec in 2008.
How to apply for a job - The Employer's answers.
UB to hold Open Day on 31 August
16 July 2008
The Ballarat campuses of the University of Ballarat will host the 2008 Open Day on Sunday, 31 August, showcasing their accredited courses and state-of-the-art facilities to prospective students and their families.
The SMB campus will be open from 10am to 3pm on Open Day, with a free bus operating between the three Ballarat campuses.
Open Day aims to provide prospective students with information on University life and knowledge about the various TAFE and University courses.
The University has many exciting and interesting activities running on all three Ballarat campuses. You can:
Talk to current students and find out about 'unilife'
Talk to staff regarding courses of interest and gather information
Attend information sessions running throughout the day
Attend Campus tours running throughout the day starting from 'The Starting Point' on each campus including a Ghost tour of the historic SMB Campus
Take a tour of our Halls of Residence and speak to the Accommodation Services staff
Students will be able to learn and appreciate the many benefits of UB by attending the Open Day.
There is a wide variety of courses on offer, and there will be many helpful staff members and students available on the day to assist prospective students with information and advice.
A variety of workshops, talks, tours and information sessions will be held at all three campuses.
Deciding on a career can be a difficult time for prospective students. Not only do students have to select the right course for them, but they also have to decide which type of institution they want to study at – Higher Education or TAFE. UB offers a unique opportunity where you get the choice of both.
Many students also have to move out of home for the first time. The University of Ballarat understands the importance of supporting students who are living away from home and we are keen to guide any prospective students through the decisions they have to make.
Former students are also encouraged to attend, and to invite their family and friends as well as members of the community who have always wanted to visit any of UB’campuses.
For more information call 1800 811 711 or visit www.ballarat.edu.au/openday