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Table of Contents
Section 1: Vision
From the Head of Campus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Section 2: Purpose
Aim of Handbook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Section 3: Welcome to VCE
Welcome to VCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Online: www.hcccareers.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Explaining the VCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Explaining the ATAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
How is the ATAR Score calculated? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Section 4: Subject Options
VCE Subjects or VET subjects?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Current VCE Subject Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
VCE Subject Selection Process. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Section 5: Education Journey
VCE Pathways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Pathway Details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Secondary School Curriculum Pathways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Section 6: Subject Descriptions
Biology Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Business Management Units 1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chemistry Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Computing Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
English Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
French Units 1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
History Units 1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Legal Studies Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Mathematics General Units 1 - 2 / Further Units 3 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Mathematical Methods Units 1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Mathematics Specialist Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Music Performance Units 1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Physical Education Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Physics Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Psychology Units 1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Studio Arts Units 1 - 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
VCE VET (Front of House) - Certificate II in Hospitality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
VCE VET (Back of House) - Certificate II in Kitchen Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
VCE VET Patisserie - Year 3 Addition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
VCE VET Gravitate - Certificate III in Christian Ministry & Theology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Visual Communication Design Units 1 - 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Appendices
Appendix 1 | Subject Selection Preparation: Checklist. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Appendix 2 | Subject Selection For Students Going Into Year 10 In 2021 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Appendix 2 | Course Planner - Year 10 In 2021. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Appendix 3 | Subject Selection For Students Going Into Year 11 In 2021 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Appendix 3 | Course Planner - Year 11 In 2021. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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Section 1 | Vision
From the Head of Campus
Heatherton Christian College is which our curricular and co-curricular subject offerings are based.
committed to helping your child These subjects allow students to select pathways reaching
fulfil our vision of, ‘Growing in through the Senior years of school and further beyond into a
Christ, Striving for Excellence and student’s chosen course of tertiary study or post-school, work
Influencing the World’. destination. Our staff and Careers teacher (Christina Douglas)
look forward to the opportunity to discuss these options with your
Our world is changing and this child and yourself, and this handbook will also assist in the VCE
has never been exemplified more subject selection process.
than 2020 with the impact on so
many areas of our society by the Heatherton Christian College has a proven record of assisting
COVID – 19 virus. Amongst many students to achieve academic excellence and providing a place
negatives, one positive has been the for students to identify their God given gifts, passions and
willingness to embrace change and a different mindset towards strengths. We do expect that our senior students will not only
education and the future world of work. take advantage of this environment and opportunities, but will
also be positive role models to our younger students through
We have been on a journey at Heatherton over the past few their character, work ethic, attitude to studies and caring and
years in particular, to provide a school experience that is respectful behaviour to others. Being the most senior students on
preparing students with the Christian character and mindsets to the campus, they have a natural opportunity to be leaders within
be able to truly “Influence the World”. This world does and will the College community, whether informally or in a more formal
look increasingly different to the one that we, as parents, have Prefect role. Hence, it is an opportune time for them to mature
grown up in. Our desire to enable our students to develop these and develop their sense of independence, whilst also using their
mindsets, knowledge and skills that are relevant to thrive in influence to make a positive difference to others.
this age is reflected in our new College Strategic Plan and the
associated Strategic Priorities. We are looking forward to this next phase of working with your
child at VCE level and we trust that God will bless their final years
These Priorities are: at Heatherton. We all have a part to play in helping them work
diligently to achieve success in their studies, but to also assist
» Faith in Action them in developing a deep sense of purpose as they seek God’s
» Learning and Creativity leading in the next stages of their journey with Him.
» Innovation and Enterprise
» Growing Leaders
» Health and Wellbeing Phil Eastman
The Strategic Priorities work alongside our ‘Five foundations of PHIL EASTMAN
a whole, healthy Heatherton child’ to provide a framework upon Head of Campus
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Section 2 | Purpose
Aim of Handbook
The aim of this Senior School Handbook is to help students For example, you can find:
choose the right subjects for their selected pathway. Subjects
that suit their interests, abilities and goals. It does not aim to give » Current VCE Subject Study Designs following: Senior School/
the minute detail of every subject, as this is not usually needed VCE Information/VCAA Study Designs
until you are studying the subject or closely examining to choose » Explanation of VCE, VET, VCAL and a glossary of terms by
between two subjects. following: Senior School/Where to Now Guide
» Pre-requisite for University Courses by following: Senior
This detail can also be accessed through our career webpage School / VTAC Guide or Info for Year 10
www.hcccareers.com
We encourage you to explore the page as it will help you stay
informed about the Senior School journey. Apart from the
organised drop-down menus, there is a Site Map which can assist
you in finding items of interest.
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Section 3 | Welcome to VCE
Welcome to VCE
It has been a great blessing to be able to journey with you, our • 3 sequences of Units 3 & 4 other than English; up to 2 of
students into your final years of Secondary schooling. We have these may be Units 3 & 4 VCE VET Units.
been deeply encouraged to see you mature into fine young men
and women, and we look forward to seeing what God has prepared Most commonly, a student would aim to complete 22 VCE units
for you here and beyond. • 6 Studies at Unit 1 & 2
• 5 Studies at Unit 3 & 4
Although VCE can come across as daunting, we as teachers and
staff are committed to helping and supporting you to achieve your Students wanting to complete a 6th Unit 3 and 4 sequence will
best. Our hope is that you will leave school achieving the best you commonly choose to start a VCE study in Year 10 and complete
can, having no regrets, as you know that you have given your all. it in Year 11. Others may choose the VET course, Gravitate, which
We believe that you are all fearfully and wonderfully made by God completes all Units 1 - 4 in Year 11 and contributes an increment
and that you have a divine purpose on this earth, to be salt and to their ATAR.
light and to influence the world in a godly way.
Explaining the ATAR
Online: www.hcccareers.com
We have been very blessed to have Mrs Christina Douglas join our The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is an overall
staff, as our Head of Careers. With her experience and expertise percentile rank reflecting a student’s Year 12 achievement
in the field, she has introduced the hcccareers.com website that compared to the age group in a given year. It is not a score and
will help students with guidance in courses and careers to inform there is no pass or fail ATAR. Everyone who receives an ATAR
their VCE choices. has passed the VCE. The ATAR allows tertiary institutions to
competitively rank students who have completed different
combinations of VCE studies.
Explaining the VCE To qualify for an ATAR, a student must:
• qualify for the VCE,
The VCE is a well recognised and valuable acknowledgement • achieve study scores in at least four permissible Unit 3 & 4
of achievement for Victorian students. Successful completion VCE studies, including one from the English group.
of the VCE provides students with an opportunity to seek direct
access to tertiary institutions as well as providing information to
employers about a range of skills that students possess, including How is the ATAR Score calculated?
such things as an ability to cope with a range of complex tasks,
meet deadlines, work independently and interdependently and 1. VCAA provides the Victorian Tertiary Admins Centre (VTAC)
to learn and be able to apply knowledge and skills to various with VCE study scores.
problems.
2. All VCE study scores are scaled
The VCE course is made up of studies and units, some of which
must be studied as a sequence. This is to ensure fairness by adjusting for the fact that it is more
• A study is a subject, for example, English or Biology. It is difficult to obtain a high study score in some studies than others.
made up of four units (Units 1, 2, 3 and 4), each of which is a This is not because some studies are inherently harder than
semester in length. others. This is because some studies attract a more competitive
• Unit 1 or Unit 2 of a subject can be studied as standalone cohort of students than others. Once VCE study scores are
units. However, students must enrol in Units 3 and 4 of a study scaled, they become scaled study scores.
as a sequence and this sequence needs to be completed in
the same year if a study score is to be calculated. 3. An aggregate is calculated
To successfully achieve the Victorian Certificate of Education a Each student’s aggregate is calculated by their primary four and
student must satisfactorily complete 16 VCE units, including: any permissible increments. The aggregate is a number between
• at least 3 units of English and containing Unit 3 & 4 sequence 0 and a value that can reach over 210.
• up to 8 of these units may be VCE VET Units.
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Section 3 | Welcome to VCE
Primary Four: 4. The aggregates are placed in numerical order on a percentile
• a student’s best scaled study score in any one of English, scale and become ATARs.
English (EAL), Literature or English Language, plus
• the scaled study scores of their next best three permissible The ATAR represents the percentage of the population in the
studies. relevant age group that the student outperformed. This takes into
account the students who successfully completed VCE that year,
Increments: as well as those in Victoria who did not complete VCE. The ATAR
Up to two increments may be added. These may include: is a number between 0 and 99.95 in intervals of 0.05. The highest
• ten per cent of a fifth or sixth permissible scaled study score ATAR is 99.95, the next highest 99.90, and so on. The lowest
• a permissible unscored VCE, VET or VFE increment automatically reported ATAR is 30.00. ATARs below 30.00 are
• a permissible higher education study increment reported as ‘less than 30’. The complete list of studies and VTAC
• Year 12 credit for studies completed interstate, and scaled study scores used in the calculation of each student’s
• an increment for legitimate one year students ATAR is included on their ATAR statement.
Diagram 1: ATAR Calculation from ABCs of Scaling www.vtac.edu.au/publications
Further explanation can be found at hcccareers.com: Senior School/VCE information
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Section 4 | Subject Options
VCE Subjects or VET subjects?
VCE subjects being run at Heatherton Christian College:
At HCC, all subjects considered pre-requisites for universities are offered with face-to-
face teaching by highly qualified staff.
VCE subjects run externally – online:
Subjects not offered at Heatherton can be taken up through Virtual School Victoria
(VSV). VSV not only provide the lessons and curriculum but also teacher support. HCC
partners with them in the delivery of material, assessments and monitoring student
progress. Past Heatherton students have chosen subjects of specific interest to them
with some receiving study scores above 40. This type of learning requires the student
to have significant self-discipline, diligent study habits and a confidence in asking for
assistance from their VSV teacher, when needed.
VET subjects being run at Heatherton Christian College:
Hospitality Year 1 - Units 1 & 2 VCE
Certificate II in Hospitality - Units 3 & 4 VCE Certificate III in Christian Ministry and Theology
Known as “Gravitate” - Units 1 - 4 VCE (1 year course)
Certificate II in Kitchen Operations - Units 3 & 4 VCE
Certificate III in Patisserie
VET stands for Vocational Education and Training. VET subjects focus on applied learning. They are taken from national training
packages being taught to senior school students and adults at schools and TAFEs around the country. Upon successful completion
students receive a nationally recognised certificate which can assist in either vocational placement or as a launch into related further
education.
VET subjects run externally - TAFE:
Some TAFEs run VET courses aimed at Senior School students. These will usually require students travelling to the TAFE one afternoon
a week. Students at Heatherton may include external VET courses in their program, yet costs and transport are parent’s responsibility.
This may mean that some school classes are missed and schoolwork would need to be caught up. Students choosing an external VET
subject should inform the school as early as possible, so that we can aim to limit missed classes.
VET Assessment:
VET assessment is based on showing competence in prescribed Units of Competence (UoC) from the training package. Students
require competence in each UoC to achieve the VET qualification. Successful completion of a VET subject within VCE also achieves
an S (Satisfactory Completion) for related VCE units.
Some VET subjects allow the option for students to also sit extra assessments to obtain a VCE study score. This is the case for both
of our Unit 3 & 4 Hospitality subjects.
Some VET subjects, without extra assessments, allow an ATAR increment, known as “block credit recognition”. This is the case for our
VET subject, Gravitate.
» This means 10% of the study score of the student’s 4th ranked VCE study score, becomes the ATAR contribution from the VET
subject, similar to a 5th ranked VCE subject.
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Section 4 | Subject Options
Current VCE Subject Options
LANGUAGES BUSINESS / ECONOMICS & HUMANITIES
English Legal Studies
French Business Management
SCIENCES History
Biology VISUAL ARTS & PERFORMING ARTS
Chemistry Studio Arts
Physics Visual Communication
Psychology Music Performance
MATHEMATICS VCE/VET (study score option available)
Hospitality: Front of House
Further Mathematics
Hospitality: Kitchen Operations
Mathematical Methods VET (no study score but with ATAR increment)
Certificate III in Christian Ministry (Gravitate)
Specialist Mathematics
Certificate III in Patisserie
COMPUTING EXTERNAL SUBJECT OPTIONS
Applied Computing VET course at TAFE
University Extension subject
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION Virtual School Victoria – Study online.
Victorian School of Languages – Study another language.
Physical Education
Please note: Offerings may change based on student numbers.
VCE Subject Selection Process
A Blocking Grid decides which subjects run in the same timetabled • Use the Subject Selection Pages, for the correct year level,
period (block), therefore two subjects in the one block cannot be found at the end of this handbook to plan the VCE course
taken by the same student. This would be known as a “clash”. At with your preferred subjects.
Heatherton Christian College we collect student subject • These preferences will then need to be copied to an online
preferences first, so that we can then minimise the number of form, to be emailed to parents.
clashes for students. Depending on the mixture of student • The College will use these preferences to create a blocking
preferences it is often not mathematically or logistically possible grid with the least clashes.
to have zero clashes across VCE, meaning that some students • Students with a clash will be asked to choose their next
may need to choose subjects outside their first preferences. preference based upon the Blocking Lines. Please meet with
relevant staff for assistance if required.
Actions required from you: • Students wanting to change subject will need to refer to the
• Read the information in this handbook and at hcccareers. blocking grid to avoid choosing two subjects running in the
com and meet with relevant staff as required in order to same block.
decide upon preferred subjects.
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Section 5 | Educational Journey
VCE Pathways
HCC recognises that a singular approach to schooling in the benefit an ATAR, similar to studying a fifth or sixth VCE
senior secondary years is not best for all. Therefore, staff support subject, while gaining university credit.
students to choose a personalised learning journey most suited
to the individual. There are four pathways of study currently The school vision includes “Striving for excellence”. Whichever
offered at HCC, that all lead to students graduating with a pathway a student chooses, they are to honour God by applying
certificate of secondary school completion and opportunities for themselves, their talents, resources and character, with
work and/or further study. Our students have access to a wide excellence.
range of subjects and can fully meet all prerequisites for entry to
tertiary faculties or other educational institutions. Pathway Details
We hope that as you read through this booklet you will understand A. Academic VCE
that we view each child as valuable and wonderfully created. Our The ATAR is a well-recognised level of achievement for
goal is to assist each student in reaching their God-given potential Australian students. Students choose this pathway for two
and preparing them for a life of discipleship and vocation in main reasons:
pursuing God’s purposes for them. Each of the matriculating 1. Needing an ATAR for immediate and direct university
pathways detailed below can see students flourish and thrive entrance. Higher scores can increase university options.
when they leave HCC at the end of Year 12. Students who feel 2. Even if not needing an ATAR, students recognise the
another pathway is required for them, e.g. an apprenticeship or challenge would assist them in a sense of satisfaction and
VCAL option, should seek advice from Mrs Douglas. of striving for excellence in academic skills and character
growth.
We are certainly wanting to assist our students to make wise and
appropriate choices, hence the work done through the Careers B. Non-ATAR VCE
program in Year 10, and the VCE subject selection process which Completing a VCE subject ‘unscored’ still requires a student
includes subject counselling between students, parents, and to demonstrate their achievement at Unit 3 & 4 standard in
teachers. We encourage you to make an appointment with staff the outcomes specified in the study design. However, they
via our careers website which you can find on the HCC webpage are not required to complete any assessments or external
or by going to hcccareers.com examinations that solely contribute to the study score.
HCC’s Personalised Learning Journey options for each graduating Why would a student undertake an unscored VCE subject?
student. 1. The student doesn’t need a study score, as they have
chosen a pathway that does not require an ATAR.
A. Academic VCE 2. The student is planning to take 24 months off studying
Students focus on achieving their highest ATAR score. (gap years) and defer going to university immediately after
year 12.
B. Non-ATAR VCE 3. The student can complete all tasks in a subject but is likely
Students focus on achieving a VCE certificate only. to receive a study score that will negatively impact on their
Students complete some or all subjects without the external wellbeing.
assessments required for a study score. Students do not 4. The student has a clinical condition that cannot be
seek an ATAR. accommodated by special provisions.
C. VCE VET C. VCE VET
Students aim to complete a VET certificate while completing VCE VET programs include VET qualifications approved by
their VCE. the VCAA. Successful students achieve nationally recognised
Students do a combination of VCE subjects and VET subjects. qualifications while completing VCE. This applied learning
This can be combined with either option A or B above. style would particularly suit students that thrive in a hands-
on learning environment.
D. VCE +
This would include taking the Academic-VCE option, plus a VCE VET can be applied to an Academic or Non-ATAR, VCE
University Extension. This first year university subject can pathway.
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D. VCE +
In partnership with a university, students who meet the university’s criteria, can get the same benefits as studying a fifth or
sixth VCE subject, while gaining university credit and reducing the cost of any future degree (as there is no cost for the units).
If a student is planning to complete an extra subject in Year 12, then a university’s variety of subjects and programs available
could be an enriching experience. Various options allow students to study on campus, online, or through a combination of both.
Students gain credit on successful completion of university units, which are put towards a future university course – that’s two
units completed off a degree before you even start university. This means you can lighten your first-year study load or fast-track
your degree by going straight into second year units.
Secondary School Curriculum Pathways
Curriculum
Year 7 & 8 Subject Year 9 & 10 Subject VCE/VCE VET Subject
Pathway
English English English
Languages
French French French
Humanities Humanities (History/Geography) History
Humanities & Enterprise Skills Law & Parliament Legal studies
Business / Legal Enterprise Skills Business Management
Mathematics Mathematics General/Further Maths
Mathematical Methods
Mathematics
Specialist Maths
Science Science Biology
STEAM Flexible Learning Options Chemistry
Science Sustainability Emerging Sciences Victoria# Physics
Psychology
Digital Technologies Digital Technologies Applied Computing
Robotics
Technology &
Product Design &Technology
Engineering
Textiles
Art Studio Arts Studio Arts
Visual Communication Visual Communication
Visual & Performing Music Music Music Performance
Arts Instrumental bands* College Band*
Performing Arts
Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education
Interschool Sport Interschool Sport Interschool Sport*
Physical Health & Body in Action
Wellbeing Healthy Choices Healthy Choices
Outdoor Education
Pre - Hospitality Pre - Hospitality Hospitality:
• Kitchen Operations (VCE VET)
Hospitality • Front of House (VCE VET)
• Patisserie (VET)
Careers Education
Vocational Studies
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Christian Life Christian Life Gravitate (VET)
Student Chapel Student Chapel Student Chapel
Year 9 Year of Challenge
program
Faith & Service
Year 7 & 8 Camp* Year 9 WASP camp* Year 11 City Missions Trip*
Year 10 Queensland Missions Year 12 Thailand Missions Trip*
Trip*
Please note: 1. Italics denotes that this is an elective subject
2. * denotes a co-curricular activity (non timetabled)
3. VCE / VCE VET options may be increased through Virtual School Victoria and/or an offsite TAFE course
- examples of subjects available through Distance Education include, Accounting, English Literature, Geography,
Health & Human Development
5. # Emerging Sciences Victoria electives – these Science units are studied online through the John Monash
Science School
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Biology Units 1 - 4
Heatherton Perspective
Biology studies the intricate design of the living world. The
staggering complexity of living organisms (at both the microscopic
and macroscopic levels), and the biosphere, is evident across all
four units. Throughout these studies this intricate design of living
organisms and ecosystems as God’s handiwork, as well as the
incredible variety of His creation, is emphasised.
This subject would be a good choice if you love science or if you
simply have a fascination with the living world. Biology counts as
a science pre-requisite for many university courses, yet does not Assessments reported to VCAA:
rely on strong mathematical skills. It suits students who would
like to continue a science subject, with or without the intention of Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Outcome
pursuing a science-based course at university.
Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Outcome
Content Description School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 40%
In Units 1 and 2, students investigate and explain: how cellular VCAA Examination 60%
structures and systems function to sustain life; how various
adaptations enhance the survival of an individual organism; the
relationships between organisms that form a living community *S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
and their habitat; the impacts of factors that affect population
growth. A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
1 - 3.
In Units 3 and 4, students investigate the cell as a complex
chemical system including such things as the plasma membrane
as well as DNA and protein formation. They also consider the Additional Information:
continual change and challenges to which life on Earth has been
subjected. Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 None.
Completion of Biology Units 1 & 2
is strongly recommended. Students
Areas of Study without these may be required to
complete some additional work.
Preferred Year 10 Science (B average)
Units 1 & 2
• How do organisms function? Additional Fees NA
• How do living things sustain life?
• How does reproduction maintain the continuity of life?
• How is inheritance explained?
Units 3 & 4
• How do cellular processes work?
• How do cells communicate?
• How are species related?
• How do humans impact on biological processes?
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Business Management Units 1 - 4
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Heatherton Perspective
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Essential Question: How should Christians respond to business, Outcome
wealth or capitalism? Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Outcome
Response: Treat all resources as God-given, both monetary and School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 50%
non-monetary, seeking to apply resource management skills in
our lives for stewarding, provision, serving and generosity VCAA Examination 50%
(2 Corinthians 9:10 - 11).
*S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
This subject would be a good choice if you like learning about: how
businesses, large and small, manage their resources and their
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
people. You want to discover principles to evaluate what makes
1 - 3.
a successful business and develop skills in decision making,
problem solving, ICT programs and effective communication. You
would like to develop business skills and understanding to apply
Additional Information:
to your own participation in business in the future.
Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 None.
Content Description
Preferred Confidence in written expression
Business management is the act of organising people to with analytical skills.
accomplish the desired goals and objectives of a business.
Completion of a Business elective in
Business management requires the utilisation of the entity’s Years 9 or 10.
resources in the most efficient manner possible. VCE Business
For Units 3 & 4: Completion of
management covers organizing, planning, leading, staffing or Business Management Units 1 & 2
controlling and directing a business effort for the purpose of is advised. Students without these
may be required to complete some
accomplishing the entity’s listed goals. Students investigate additional work.
strategies on planning, establishing, managing and transforming
a business to achieve business objectives. Additional Fees NA
Areas of Study
Units 1 & 2
• Planning a business
• Establishing a business
Units 3 & 4
• Managing a business
• Transforming a business
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Chemistry Units 1 - 4
Heatherton Perspective
VCE Chemistry enables students to explore the nature of
chemicals and chemical processes. Since God is the sovereign
creator, understanding how things are created and made gives
further evidence to support an Intelligent Designer. In undertaking
this study, students apply chemical principles to explain and
quantify the behaviour of matter, as well as undertake practical
activities that involve the analysis and synthesis of a variety of
materials.
This subject would be a good choice if you have an aptitude for
problem solving, enjoy Science and discovering how things work.
Also choose this subject if you are thinking about pursuing tertiary
education in the fields of Science, Medicine, Engineering and
Health as the pre-requisites may include Chemistry or a Science.
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Content Description
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Outcome
VCE Chemistry enables students to explore key processes related Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
to matter and its behaviour. Students consider the relationship Outcome
between materials and energy through four themes: the design School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 40%
and composition of useful materials; the reactions and analysis
VCAA Examination 60%
of chemicals in water; the efficient production and use of energy
and materials; the investigation of carbon-based compounds as
important components of body tissues and materials used in
*S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
society. Students examine classical and contemporary research
models and theories, to understand how knowledge in Chemistry
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
has evolved and continues to evolve in response to new
1 - 3.
evidence and discoveries. An understanding of the complexities
and diversity of Chemistry leads students to appreciate the
interconnectedness of the content areas both within chemistry,
Additional Information:
and across the other sciences, as well as understanding the
chemical nature of creation to allow them to be better stewards
Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 None.
and caretakers for God. Completion of Chemistry Units 1 & 2
is strongly recommended. Students
without these may be required to
Areas of Study complete some additional work.
Preferred Year 10 Science (B average)
Units 1 & 2
• How can the diversity of materials be explained? Additional Fees NA
• What makes water such a unique chemical?
Units 3 & 4
• How can chemical processes be designed to optimise
efficiency?
• How are organic compounds categorised, analysed and
used?
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Computing Units 1 - 4
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Heatherton Perspective
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
With a motive behind computing to serve people, we seek to Outcome
use our skills and understanding combined with technology to Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
improve life for people whom God loves. Seeking to create and Outcome
innovate until solutions are found. Practices are to be evaluated School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 50%
as ethical and honest and not simply acceptable.
VCAA Examination 50%
This subject would be a good choice if you love computing,
knowing how things work or creating with technology. If you
*S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
would like to develop skills for your own interest or as an insight
into computing for further education or a career.
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
1 - 3.
Content Description
Additional Information:
In Unit 1 students focus on how data, information and networked
digital systems can be used to meet a range of users’ current
Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 Applied Computing Units 1 & 2
and future needs. In Unit 2 students focus on data and how the
application of computational, design and systems thinking skills Preferred Digital Technology Electives at Year
support the creation of solutions that automate the processing 9 or 10
of data. Additional Fees NA
In Software development Units 3 and 4 students focus on the
application of a problem solving methodology and underlying
skills to create purpose-designed solutions using a programming
language. Students focus on how the information needs of
individuals and organisations are met through the creation of
software solutions used in a networked environment.
Areas of Study
Units 1 & 2
• Data and graphic solutions
• Networks
• Collaboration and communication
• Programming
• Data analysis and visualisation Data management
Units 3 & 4
• Programming practice
• Analysis and design
• Software solutions
• Interactions and impact
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English Units 1 - 4
This can also be taken as “English as an Additional Language (EAL)”
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Heatherton Perspective
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
The two most important types of communication are between Outcome
man and God, and between human beings. Studying texts in Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
English builds skills of comprehending so we can understand Outcome
God’s word as we study the Bible. It allows us to look at how best School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 50%
to communicate with others to build God’s kingdom in peace
and love. Finally, studying texts fosters examination of ideas VCAA Examination 50%
that shape our thinking and the thinking of others, which in turn
cultivates an ability to walk in another’s shoes so that we can
*S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
respond, in love, to all our neighbours.
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
This subject is a required choice by all students and as a general
1 - 3.
English course, it is a good choice for all students who seek to
enter the workplace. A Study Score of 25 or above (30 for EAL) is
Additional Information:
a requirement for many university courses.
Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 None
Content Description
Preferred NA
VCE English develops students’ ability to create and analyse texts,
moving from interpretation to reflection and critical analysis. Additional Fees NA
Through engagement with texts from the contemporary world
and from the past, and using texts from Australia and from other
cultures, students studying English become confident, articulate
and critically aware communicators; further developing a sense
of themselves, their world and their place within a democratic
society.
Areas of Study
Units 1 & 2
• Engagement with creative, analytical, and comparative
modes of writing.
• Analysis of argument and persuasive language in texts.
• For EAL English, there is a spoken component to allow for the
development of listening skills.
Units 3 & 4
• In-depth study of creative, analytical, and comparative modes
of writing.
• Analysis of argument and persuasive language in texts.
• For EAL English, there is a spoken component to allow for the
development of listening skills.
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French Units 1 - 4
Interpretive Communication
Heatherton Perspective
• e.g. Analysing information from written, spoken and viewed
texts for use in a written response in French.
From a Christian perspective, we are all called to be God’s agents
in the world. As there is so much to learn from other people and
Presentational Communication.
their cultures, the learning of a second language can assist us in
• e.g. Respond critically to spoken and written texts that reflect
achieving this.
aspects of the language and culture of French-speaking
communities.
This subject would be a good choice if you are looking to continue
to develop your skills and knowledge of French for enjoyment,
Assessments reported to VCAA:
communication, travel or vocation. Through tasks associated
with a range of texts and text types, students gain an insight in
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
the culture and language of French speaking communities. Outcome
Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
The study of French develops students’ ability to understand and Outcome
use a language which is widely learned and spoken internationally, School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 60%
and which is an official language of many world organisations
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and international events. The ability to use and understand French
also provides students with a direct means of access to the rich
and varied culture of francophone communities around the world.
*S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
Content Description
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
1 - 3.
Students demonstrate the achievement of required learning
outcomes, based on progressive development of skills in
Additional Information:
listening, speaking, reading and writing through activities and
tasks organised around the areas of study below. These are made
Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 Units 1 & 2 Year 11 French
up of themes and topics, text types, styles of writing, vocabulary
and grammar. Preferred Years 7 - 10 French or French
speaking in upbringing.
Areas of Study Additional Fees NA
Units 1 & 2
Interpersonal Communication
• e.g. Interacting with meaning using spoken or written French.
Interpretive Communication
• e.g. Interpreting information from two texts on the same
subtopic presented in French, and respond in writing in
French and in English.
Presentational Communication.
• e.g. Presenting information, concepts and ideas in writing in
French for a specific audience and purpose.
Units 3 & 4
Interpersonal Communication
• e.g. Sharing information, opinions and experiences.
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History Units 1 - 4
Heatherton Perspective
History is the practice of understanding and making meaning of
the past. It is also the study of the problems with establishing and
representing that meaning. Throughout History, God has been
undeniably present and involved. Gathering an understanding of
our past allows us to not only see God’s faithfulness through the
ages, but also the progress humanity has made under a variety
of systems.
This subject would be a good choice if you have a keen interest
in studying significant events and inferring meaning and detail
behind these events. This subject uses the same skills of analysis
as you use in English, Legal Studies and other Humanities subject
areas. This subject is also good preparation for students thinking
about tertiary education in the fields of Politics/Political Science,
Social Science, Arts/Humanities and Legal Studies.
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Content Description
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
VCE History involves inquiry into human action in the past, to Outcome
make meaning of the past using primary sources as evidence. Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Outcome
It encourages students to ask new and challenging questions
School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 50%
to gain fresh understandings of human progress. It focuses on
major events in the 20th century that shaped the modern world VCAA Examination 50%
and how people interact in the present day. This is done through
a focus on the rise of different political ideologies and systems
that altered the lives of millions around the world and shaped the *S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
development of nations. Examples of this in the study include the
rise, fall and impact of Communism with a close study on the A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
Russian and Chinese revolutions. 1 - 3.
Areas of Study Additional Information:
Units 1 & 2 Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 None.
Modern History Completion of History Units 1 & 2
is strongly recommended. Students
• 1918 - 1939 without these may be required to
• 1945 - 2000 complete some additional work.
Preferred Year 10 History
Units 3 & 4
Additional Fees NA
History: Revolutions
• Russian Revolution
• Chinese Revolution
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Legal Studies Units 1 - 4
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Heatherton Perspective
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Essential Question: How does the rule of law in Australia compare Outcome
to the Biblical standards? Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Response: The rule of law governs people’s behaviour and as Outcome
Christians we are called to honour these laws, yet Christ seeks School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 50%
right behaviour through right relationship with Him. Christians are
saved by His grace not by works so no one can boast VCAA Examination 50%
(Romans 3:23 - 25).
*S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
This subject would be a good choice if you like learning about
political systems, how laws are made, the court systems and your
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
basic legal rights and responsibilities. You want to develop skills
1 - 3.
in problem solving, analysing legal material and understanding
and applying legal terminology. You enjoy debating issues, current
Additional Information:
affairs and solving disputes as a foundation to further studies in
legal, political or business fields, or simply to be a more informed
Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 NA
citizen.
Preferred Legal Studies Units 1 & 2 before
Content Description Units 3 & 4
Confident in written expression and
Legal studies refers to an academic endeavour focused on persuasive writing
learning laws, learning how to apply those laws, and learning how
Study of a Legal Studies, Civics or
to process transactions and legal claims on behalf of clients. Business elective in Years 9 or 10
Though most people think of law school when they hear the Additional Fees NA
term “legal studies,” legal studies can be pursued in high school,
during undergraduate work, law school, reading for the bar, and
at professional or career schools that train paralegals. At VCE,
Legal Studies students are introduced to the legal foundations of
Victoria, the development of criminal and civil laws, as well as, the
legal reform that takes place in the state.
Areas of Study
Units 1 & 2
• Guilt and liability
• Sanctions, remedies and rights
Units 3 & 4
• Rights and justice
• The people and the law
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Mathematics General Units 1 - 2 / Further Units 3 - 4
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Heatherton Perspective
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Mathematical study assists students in seeing and honouring Outcome
God’s use of pattern, logic, space, structure and wisdom in Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
creation and culture. It helps develop attitudes of perseverance Outcome
and diligence, that all students need in their personal, work and School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 34%
civic life. It assists us in wise stewardship and acts of generosity.
VCAA Examination 1 (Multiple choice) 33%
This subject would be a good choice if you are looking at the many
VCAA Examination 2 (Written response) 33%
university courses that require completion of VCE mathematical
units yet do not require Mathematical Methods. You prefer a more
practical mathematics giving you vocational and real-life skills in *S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
numeracy, finance and statistical understanding.
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
Content Description 1 - 3.
General Mathematics and Further Mathematics focus on the Additional Information:
application of mathematical skills to the real world.
While General Mathematics gives a helpful grounding in several Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 Units 1 & 2 in either General
areas including measurement, number patterns and trigonometry, Mathematics or Mathematical
Methods
Further Mathematics extends the General Mathematics topics of
Preferred NA
data analysis and financial modelling as core studies. Students
will be required to define and explain key concepts and apply
Additional Fees NA
related mathematical techniques in routine contexts. Students
will also apply and analyse mathematical processes in non-
routine contexts. The use of technology (CAS Calculator) is
available for all major assessments.
Areas of Study
Units 1 & 2
• Algebra and structure
• Arithmetic and number
• Discrete mathematics
• Geometry, measurement and trigonometry
• Graphs of linear and non-linear relations
• Statistics
Units 3 & 4
Core Studies
• Data Analysis
• Recursion and financial modelling
Two Selected Modules chosen by school from:
• Matrices
• Networks and decision Mathematics
• Geometry and measurement
• Graphs and relations
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Mathematical Methods Units 1 - 4
Heatherton Perspective
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Mathematical study assists students in seeing and honouring
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
God’s use of pattern, logic, space, structure and wisdom in Outcome
creation and culture. It helps develop attitudes of perseverance Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
and diligence, that all students need in their personal, work and Outcome
civic life. School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 34%
This subject would be a good choice if you have achieved VCAA Examination 1 (Technology Free) 22%
consistently satisfactory grades in mathematics. You enjoy using
VCAA Examination 2 (Technology Active) 44%
your mathematical skills to solve new or challenging questions.
You are keen to keep university options open with this common
pre-requisite subject. You see a career involving logical, scientific *S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
or mathematical skills.
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
Content Description 1 - 3.
Mathematics provides both a framework for thinking and a means Additional Information:
of symbolic communication that is powerful, logical, concise and
precise. It also provides a means by which people can understand Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 Units 1 & 2 Mathematical Methods
and manage their environment. Essential mathematical activities
include calculating and computing, abstracting, conjecturing, Preferred Year 10 Advanced Mathematics
proving, applying, investigating, modelling, problem posing
and solving. Students will be required to define and explain key Additional Fees NA
concepts and apply related mathematical techniques in routine
contexts. Students will also apply and analyse mathematical
processes in non-routine contexts with and without the use of
technology (CAS Calculator).
Areas of Study
Units 1 & 2
• Functions and graphs
• Algebra
• Calculus
• Probability
Units 3 & 4
• Functions and graphs
• Algebra
• Calculus
• Probability
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Mathematics Specialist Units 1 - 4
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Heatherton Perspective
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Specialist Mathematics enables students to see God’s creation Outcome
is governed by laws and order. This subject looks at complex Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
situations and topics and shows how intelligent God must be to Outcome
create complex rules that work together. School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 34%
This subject would be a good choice if you have consistently VCAA Examination 66%
achieved high grades in mathematics and are keen to keep
university options open with this pre-requisite subject, or see
*S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
a career involving logical, scientific or mathematical problem
solving skills.
A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
1 - 3.
Content Description
Additional Information:
Specialist Mathematics consist of these areas of study:
‘Functions and graphs’, ‘Algebra’, ‘Calculus’, ‘Vectors’, ‘Mechanics’
Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 Completion of Mathematical
and ‘Probability and Statistics’. The development of course Methods Units 1 & 2
content should highlight mathematical structure, reasoning
Completion of Specialist
and applications across a range of modelling contexts with an Mathematics Units 1 & 2
appropriate selection of content.
Concurrent or completed study of
Mathematical Methods Units 3 & 4
Areas of Study
Preferred Year 10 Advance Math (B grade
minimum) as entry to Specialist
Units 1 & 2 Mathematics Units 1 & 2.
• Algebra structures and arithmetic Additional Fees NA
• Geometry, measurement and trigonometry
Units 3 & 4
• Functions, graphs, algebra and calculus
• Vectors, mechanics, probability and statistics
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Music Performance Units 1 - 4
Assessments reported to VCAA:
Heatherton Perspective
Units 1 & 2 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
Gifts of music from God are used to bless the Lord, others and Outcome
the musician themselves. The language of music is given by God Units 3 & 4 Satisfactory Completion of each Unit S or N
to engage our emotions, mind and spirit and its variety connects Outcome
with every culture and generation. While music is to be enjoyed, School Assessed Coursework/Tasks 30%
God also encourages us to steward our gifts and to play skilfully.
VCAA Performance Examination 50%
This subject would be a good choice if you have a love for music
VCAA Written & Aural Examination 20%
and have a desire to improve your skills and knowledge. If you
have been learning an instrument and would like to consolidate
or accelerate your skills and have those years of practice count *S or N = “Satisfactory” or “Not Satisfactory”.
towards your VCE. Studying Music Performance can be for your
own musical growth or to fulfil a desire to serve others with your A school report with school-based grades is also given for Units
music or to use as a foundation for musical studies beyond Year 1 - 3.
12.
Additional Information:
Content Description
Pre-requisites for Units 3 & 4 None
Throughout VCE Music Performance students explore, reflect Completion of Music Units 1 & 2 is
strongly recommended. Students
on, and respond to the music they listen to, create and perform.
without these may be required to
Individual instrumental and musicianship skills are developed complete some additional work.
through regular practice, assessment and performance. Preferred At least 3 - 4 years’ experience
Students study and practice ways of effectively communicating in learning an instrument/s is
recommended before commencing
and expressing musical ideas to an audience, as well as using VCE Music Performance.
musicianship skills and instrumental techniques, to present Additional Fees Additional Fees may be required for:
musically engaging performances. Students expand their - Performance quality instrument
- Private lessons
musical vocabulary, developing language and theory skills to - Accompanist
articulate their awareness and understanding of the impact that
interpretative decisions have on the music they perform, listen to
and analyse.
Areas of Study
Units 1 & 2
• Performance
• Performance technique
• Listening analysis
• Composition
• Musicianship skills
Units 3 & 4
• Performance
• Performance technique & presentation
• Listening analysis
• Practical aural skills
• Musicianship skills
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