If 2020 was the year of the pandemic, it was also the year of change at Aquinas College.

Term 4 saw the introduction of the new Senior School learning program – Aquinas myFUTURE

Why the change?

• To improve the quality of provision and learning for all
• Allow content delivery to be done in a flexible and self-paced learning model, which will facilitate more teacher/ student interaction throughout the
• Expose students to concepts through online learning to bring them to a common understanding allowing the in-class lessons to be at a higher order with more active
• To ensure students are equipped with the skills to cope in a world dependent on technology-based learning beyond school at university and the
• A move towards a learner first approach where each student can curate their own Senior School
• To provide ATAR students with a multitude of other possible education and training opportunities to develop skills that will benefit both their ATAR and transition to tertiary studies.

Aquinas myFUTURE is a complementary and flexible Senior School learning framework designed to empower students to gain further skills, qualifications, personal attributes and modern education in order to meet the growing needs of the workforce and tertiary educational institutions. We do this by offering a personalised, passion-driven and self-paced learning journey that encompasses micro-credentials, university courses, combined pathways, internships and workplace learning opportunities.

How it works

Students attend regular classes at the College Monday through Thursday, and, on Friday, students engage with a pathway of their choosing – ATAR or Industry & Enterprise.

ATAR Pathway

On Friday, ATAR classes are offered online – mirroring current university practices - with further opportunities to personalise the learning journey with one of three pathway options:

• ATAR+ – Adding short course opportunities to develop skills, dive into passions and help shape future university endeavours.
• uniPATH – The broader road to university allowing students to undertake Logos or Independent Research Topics at recognised universities and kickstart their goals.
• combinedPATH – Combining achievement of an ATAR with industry-specific qualifications at TAFE or in the workplace. This allows students to keep their university options open while also gaining workplace learning or a traineeship.

Industry & Enterprise Pathway

Students who do not wish to undertake any ATAR subjects can continue with the Industry & Enterprise pathway.

• uniREADY – Keeping the window to university options open through alternative entrance means while gaining certifications in an area of their choice.
• industryPATH – Learn the hands-on skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the industry area, job or occupation of your choice with a pre-apprenticeship, school-based traineeship or undergoing VET qualifications.
• workPATH – Experience hands-on learning in a range of jobs or occupations that interest students.

Want to help current students embarking on Aquinas myFUTURE?

We’re on the lookout for interning, workplace learning and apprentice opportunities for current and future Senior School students. If you would like to learn more or offer a place to a current student, please contact Graham Powell - Graham.Powell@aquinas.wa.edu.au