2016 - YLP Presentation

YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMS
Trinity College, The University of Melbourne
Lisa Mac | Leadership Programs Officer | Pathways School
P: +61 3 9348 7565 | M: +61 421 679 964 | E: lisamac@trinity.unimelb.edu.au

The Young Leaders Programs have been
running at Trinity College since 2001.
The students who participate in the Young Leaders
Programs not only taste college and university life by
trying out tertiary pathways, but also experience
what it means to be a global citizen.

www.trinity.unimelb.edu.au
WORLD RANKINGS
# 1 in Australia, # 33 Worldwide
UK Times Higher Education World University
Rankings 2015 – 2016
EMPLOYABILITY
One of the best Universities according
to employers, ranked # 18 Worldwide
QS World University Rankings 2015 – 2016
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YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMS – WHAT IS IT?
•  Students aged 14 to 17 get a taste of university life
•  Exposure to a unique international experience
•  Broader outlook on learning, study and future directions
•  Live on campus, partake in lectures and classes at Trinity
College and the University of Melbourne
•  Leadership development and communication skills
•  Intellectually exciting academic streams and pathways
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•  Critical and creative thinking
•  Goal setting and self-direction
•  Problem solving and negotiation
•  Communication and team work
•  Values and decision making skills
•  Community engagement
•  Ethical and social responsibility
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
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ACADEMIC STREAMS AND PATHWAYS
Our academic streams are aligned with the University of
Melbourne’s New Generation Undergraduate degrees, to give
students an idea of where their future studies might take them.
Students have the opportunity to attend classes on the
University of Melbourne campus, study with university
lecturers and prepare for tertiary study.
Young Leaders
Programs
Trinity College
Foundation
Studies
University of
Melbourne
Undergraduate
Degrees
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WHERE ARE OUR STUDENTS FROM?
•  Malaysia
•  India
•  China
•  U.S.A
•  Turkey
•  Burma
•  Taiwan
•  Vietnam
•  Thailand
•  Australia
•  Indonesia
•  Singapore
•  Hong Kong
•  New Zealand
•  United Arab Emirates
The Young Leaders Programs have grown from
12 students in 2009, to over 350 in 2015!
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YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMS JULY 2016
•  Arts
•  Commerce
•  Sport Development & Management
•  English Intensive: Communication & Drama
•  Fine Arts
•  Biomedicine
•  Leadership for Social Justice
•  The Law and Justice – NEW
•  Coastal Discovery Program
•  Personal Development – Future Leaders NEW
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YLP WEEK ONE (26 JUNE – 3 JULY)
ARTS
For students interested in studying a Bachelor of Arts degree, this stream gives insight
into Arts majors such as Psychology, Media and Communications.
Students will investigate the psychology behind how we persuade others for our own benefit,
and how such techniques can influence our interactions and the decisions we make.
Having the opportunity to dissect media industries and their impact on politics, society and
culture affords students the opportunity to learn in real-life settings.
Students will visit law courts and partake in
workshops where they attempt to fool a lie detector,
conduct psychological experiments, and learn about
subliminal messaging in advertising.
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COMMERCE
Explore the fields of accounting, business, finance, management and marketing.
Be introduced to corporate social responsibility, civil and contract disputes and the developing
area of green economics. The course gives students an insight into life in the world of
business with interactive workshops and excursions to see business models in action.
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SPORT DEVELOPMENT & MANAGEMENT
For students who are interested in the various disciplines that the sports industry has
to offer, this stream is the perfect introduction to get the practical advantage.
Students will participate in interactive workshops as
well as visit the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground
(MCG) and the National Sports Museum to
understand the history and marketing that goes into
creating large-scale events.
Learning from industry professionals in the areas of
exercise science, social change and community
development will help students discover first-hand
the opportunities that this innovative field has to offer.
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ENGLISH INTENSIVE: DRAMA & COMMUNICATION
This drama based program is designed to empower students to creatively and
confidently converse and communicate in English.
Move beyond understanding English and learn to
manipulate the language for more effective
communication in and out of school.
This intensive language program looks at the
‘performance’ of English as a unique tool.
Take part in a series of lively, stimulating and enjoyable drama-based activities, and oral
presentation workshops that will enhance and improve communication in English.
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YLP WEEK TWO (3 JULY – 10 JULY)
FINE ARTS
Interested in a Bachelor of Fine Arts? This is the stream for you! Discover a diverse
range of art forms, some traditional, some unique to contemporary Melbourne,
including performance & visual art, movement and music, writing and public speaking.
The principle theme of ‘finding your voice’
helps students build confidence, develop
personal identity and enhance their
leadership in various situations.
Gain an understanding of the benefits of
private creativity, public expression, and
analyse the role of art in our society.
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BIOMEDICINE
Explore the fascinating world of medicine and medical research including genetics,
human physiology, human structure and function – discover what the Bachelor of
Biomedicine is all about.
Students will investigate the issues pertinent to our
world today and look at the rapidly changing areas of
genetics and bioethics.
Students will perform dissections of an eye
and kidney, and visit the renowned
Anatomy Museum at the University.
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LEADERSHIP FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE
This program develops leadership skills associated with grassroots movements for
social justice, such as equality, democracy and transformation in young people.
The week tackles key issues in today’s society including
sustainability, global poverty and human rights. With world
class leaders in social justice, hands-on excursions, workshops
and discussion groups, students will discover how just one person
can make a difference.
Take an excursion to Parliament House and participate in a role-play debate to experience life
as a political leader. This stream is a great foundation if you’re thinking about stepping in to a
leadership role at your school or beyond.
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THE LAW AND JUSTICE - NEW
For students interested in a career in any field of law, this is the perfect introduction.
Find out how the law affects our daily lives and how
we interact with it. Covering the areas of corporate,
civil and criminal law; through dispute resolution and
negotiation simulation, juvenile justice and advocacy.
Students will experience first-hand, case studies,
meet professionals in the field, and take part in
their very own practice moot court where they argue
imaginary cases.
Get the competitive advantage in the industry, where knowledge is the key to success.
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YLP WEEK THREE (10 JULY – 17 JULY)
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT – FUTURE LEADERS (NEW)
Leadership is the keystone of the Young Leaders Programs. This fascinating new stream
is for students who want to build leadership skills, currently hold, or are thinking of taking up
various leadership positions in their school, sports team or club, drama or debating groups
and any other type of extra curricular activity where leadership is essential.
Students will take a challenging and rewarding journey through the week, focusing
on understanding and developing personal values, situational leadership and boundaries,
effective communication and discover ways to cope with stress in and out of school.
Students will learn tips, tools and tricks to speak confidently in public and
be able to set and create structured, manageable and achievable goals.
At the end of the week, students will have acquired necessary skills to put
practice into action and have meaningful impact in their local community.
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YLP WEEK THREE (10 JULY – 17 JULY)
ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY – COASTAL DISCOVERY PROGRAM
The concept of sustainable living is at the core of this
program, allowing students to explore how we can
minimise our impact through changing behavioral patterns
to positively influence the natural environment.
For students who would like to learn about sustainability whilst
exploring the beauty of the Victorian coastline, this program is a
great introduction. Students will travel to Waratah Bay, before
heading to Phillip Island to take part in a volunteer project.
With sustainability as the fastest growing aspect of business and education in the 21st
century, from commerce to engineering, law and social justice, having an understanding of the
natural world will position you as a global leader in your field.
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COASTAL DISCOVERY PROGRAM
Waratah Beach Camp
Melbourne
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Phillip Island

COASTAL DISCOVERY PROGRAM
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Waratah Beach Camp

ACCOMMODATION
•  24 hour security to ensure student safety
•  Males and females will be on separate dorm floors
•  Each floor is supervised by at least two Mentors
•  On each floor there is a shared bathroom and laundry
•  Trinity College: Twin Dorm (where possible); same gender
•  Waratah Bay: Bunk Rooms of 4-6 students; same gender
•  Phillip Island: Bunk Rooms of 4-6 students; same gender
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TRINITY RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE
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THE UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
Trinity College
Royal Parade
Parkville
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who will pick the students up from the airport?
•  Our mentors will meet students at the arrival gates
Do students need spending money?
•  Yes, for buying souvenirs and gifts for family and friends
What visa is required?
•  Tourist/travel visa. NOT a student visa
What about travel and medical insurance?
•  Compulsory for all international students; approx. $10 per week
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EXCURSIONS
During their stay at Trinity College, they will get to see some of
Melbourne’s best attractions and events!
•  Urban Seed
•  Westside Circus
•  Eureka Skydeck
•  Parliament House
•  Federation Square
•  Jungle City Studios
•  Queen Victoria Markets
•  Melbourne City Street Art
•  Hard Rock – Rock Climbing
•  Melbourne Zoo and Aquarium
•  MCG & The National Sports Museum
•  Australian Centre for the Moving Image
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ENROLMENT PROCEDURE
q  Send Application Form and all documentation to Trinity College by the
closing date (23 MAY for July, or earlier if streams reach capacity)
q  Receive your Letter of Offer from Trinity College
q  Sign and return your Acceptance Form
q  Pay via Credit Card Authorisation or Bank Transfer
q  Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment and Receipt
q  Apply for your tourist/visitor visa and travel insurance
q  Book flights and return your Airport Transfer Form to Trinity College
q  Arrive in Melbourne for the Young Leaders Programs!
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WEEK ONE 27 November - 4 December
•  Arts
•  Commerce
•  Biomedicine
WEEK TWO 4 December - 11 December
•  The Law and Justice
•  Science & Engineering
•  Sport Development & Management
WEEK THREE 11 December - 18 December
•  Coastal Discovery Program
•  Personal Development – Future Leaders
YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMS DECEMBER 2016
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YLP WEEK TWO (4 – 11 DECEMBER)
SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
If you’re thinking about a Bachelor of Science, this stream
gives you a taste of engineering majors – chemical and
civil systems, electrical systems, mechanical systems,
mathematics, statistics and physics.
Take a look at how society is progressing in the world of
technology and outer space, and discover the amazing
innovations made in astronomy and engineering.
Students will visit the Melbourne Museum, participate in a
robotics workshop and make their own solar cells and rockets.
All of our July streams are also offered in December
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ALANNA DORWARD, 2015 VALEDICTORIAN
Maffra Secondary College: Sport Development & Management
Who knew someone could learn so much in one week, not
only academically, but about themselves?
The Young Leaders Program was an absolutely amazing
experience that has opened my eyes to the world ... I have
learnt vital leadership skills and in the process made some life
long friends from all over the globe.
The sports management and development stream is perfect
for anyone who is interested in the sports industry. It is an all
round incredible experience that I would highly recommend to
anyone who is given the opportunity.
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YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMS VIDEO
What do the students say about the YLP?
The best way to understand it is
listen to our students and mentors!
Click HERE to catch the action!
Or copy and paste this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=2&v=5O8AieI7vI4
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