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MIBTâs path to Deakin studies STUDENTS can enter the second year at Deakin University with Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology (MIBT). MIBT has been offering diploma programs in association with Deakin for the past 18 years, helping over 15,000 students reach their academic goals. MIBT diplomas are equivalent to Deakinâs first-year bachelor degrees. Students study the same units but with extra contact time, smaller class sizes and a superior level of academic support and preparation for university life. Located on three Deakin campuses, MIBT students have access to all Deakinâs services and facilities. At the Geelong campuses, MIBT offers diplomas in commerce, engineering, health sciences and science. MIBT is the right choice for anyone who missed out on entry to university, just completed year 12 or who wants to return to study. Zane Ruxton thanks his career counsellor for making MIBT one of his VTAC preferences. âMY ATAR was just slightly below the required cut-off for engineering. My career counsellor suggested I place MIBT as a preference because it was the best pathway option to mechanical engineering at Deakin,â Zane explains. âThe fact the diploma leads into second year of the bachelor and I wouldnât waste any time appealed to me. Iâm currently in my last trimester at MIBT and really enjoy the study environment. âBeing on campus is great,
MIBT student Zane Ruxton. too, because itâs just like being a Deakin student.â Zane says itâs worth finding out more about MIBT. He suggests students visit the MIBT stand at Deakinâs change-
of-preference event from 5pm to 7pm Wednesday 17 December at 1 Gheringhap St, Geelong More information is available at mibt.vic.edu.au/cop or by phoning 5227 2613.
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$30 check can save your life LEADING Geelong plastic surgeon Ian Holten and his team of GPs at Australian Skin Face Body are highly trained in detecting, diagnosing and treating skin cancer. Statistics show two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer before the age of 70 and the incidence of skin cancer rising. Mr Holten says skin cancers can be treated if detected early. âItâs important to get to know your own skin and, if you do see any changes or suspicious spots, donât rely on Dr Google for a diagnosis. Itâs a good idea to have a full body check and to talk to an expert about your level of risk and advice on early detection,â Mr Holten advises. âSkin cancers rarely hurt and are much more frequently seen than felt. They can occur on parts of the body not usually exposed to the sun, such as between toes, under toenails and on the soles of the feet. Also, contrary to popular belief, not all skin cancers start out as moles.â âAn annual skin check is easy, taking just 20 minutes.â Mr Holtenâs summer skin care tips are: apply sunscreen 20 minutes before going outdoors and every two hours thereafter; use a good-quality, broad-spec-
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Plastic surgeon Ian Holten. trum, water-resistant sunscreen, preferably zinc-based; and apply at least one teaspoon for each limb, front and back of the body and half a teaspoon each to face, neck and ears. Skin checks with Australian Skin Face Bodyâs experienced team of doctors cost just $30 af-
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ter the Medicare rebate, with no referral necessary. Located at 50 Western Beach Road, Geelong the Plastic Surgery, Skin and Laser Clinic has ample car parking out the back. Appointments are available by phoning 5221 8444.
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