The () is a certificate that recognises the successful completion of secondary education. It is an internationally recognised qualification that provides pathways to:
()
The workforce
Students may also undertake a as part of their .
Structure and Duration
The is typically completed over two years (Years 11 and 12), although some students begin in Year 10.
Each subject is made up of units, with each counting as one
Students usually complete between 20 and 24 units
Units 1 & 2 are usually completed in Year 11 and can be taken as single units
Units 3 & 4 must be completed as a in Year 12
VET studies may also contribute towards the .
Requirements for Completion
To obtain the , students must satisfactorily complete at least 16 units, including:
At least three units from the English group, including:
English / ()
English Language
Literature
Literacy ( students only)
At least three sequences of Units 3 & 4 in addition to the English
No more than two Units at 1 & 2 level can count towards the English requirement.
To receive an , students must complete Units 3 & 4 of an English .
Prerequisites for Units 3 & 4
While Units 1 & 2 generally prepare students for Units 3 & 4, some subjects are highly sequential.
At the College, prior study is required for:
Chemistry
Physics
Languages (LOTE)
Music
Mathematics
Economics
Accounting
Subject Selection and Preferences
Students should select subjects carefully and list them in order of preference.
Timetabling clashes may occur, and higher preferences will be prioritised
Students unable to access Literature or English Language due to clashes will be placed in English
Students who have completed 2 of a subject are generally prioritised for Units 3 & 4
Year 12 students have priority over Year 11 students in 3 & 4 classes
Assessment in VCE
Assessment has two key components:
1. Satisfactory Completion (S or N)
Each includes set by the ().
Students receive:
S (Satisfactory) if all outcomes are achieved
N (Not Satisfactory) if outcomes are not achieved
Students must achieve an S for all outcomes to pass the .
2. Results (SACs and Exams)
Teachers assess students using ()
are marked by teachers following guidelines
In Units 3 & 4, students also complete external exams
Exams do not determine S or N, but they contribute significantly to study scores and .
Important Notes
Students must complete all required work, not just
It is possible to:
Perform well on , but still not pass if outcomes are not met
Perform poorly on a task but still achieve an outcome
Authentication
All work submitted must be the student’s own.
Students must not:
Copy or share work
Provide or receive unfair assistance
Share information
Breaches may result in:
Loss of marks
An N result for the outcome
Further disciplinary action
Special Provision
Students experiencing difficulties (e.g. illness or personal circumstances) may be eligible for Special Provision, including:
Extensions or rescheduled tasks
Adjusted assessment conditions
Completing over a longer period
For 3 & 4 exams, students may apply for a () with appropriate evidence.
Prerequisites for Tertiary Courses
A is a subject required for entry into certain courses.
If prerequisites are not met, students are not eligible for the course.
