ACADEMIC PATHWAYS/ A guide for students, parents and carers Years 10-12
HONOURS TRADITIONAL SPORTING EXCELLENCE PERFORMING ARTS EXCELLENCE WORKPLACE PRACTICES SCHOOL-BASED APPRENTICESHIPS LIFE SKILLS
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CONSIDER YOUR FUTURE/ You are currently laying the foundation for the rest of your life.
Rise to your future. As you journey through school, you are laying the foundation for your hopes and dreams through the choices you make. As a College, we challenge you to be intentional in your decisions about the opportunities provided to you. Build a strong foundation with us, so that when you leave you have paved the way to a bright future. Navigating through the ATAR, QCE, external exams, university entrance, TAFE admission and entry into apprenticeships and the workforce can be complex. There are decisions that need to be made that can influence and impact your progress into your post-school pathways. At Hillcrest, we have a Pathways Team to guide you through these processes. In addition to this support, we have constructed a number of programs tailored to meet the common range of pathways that are open to you. The programs, outlined in this booklet, allow you to engage in learning experiences that will begin to build your future. We provide a purposed curriculum to enable Year 10-12 students to meet a diverse range of pathway needs. I encourage you to read through the information so you can consider the pathway that best suits you. If it is your desire to reach the very highest academic outcomes, you can achieve this at Hillcrest. If it is your desire to begin an apprenticeship while still at school, you can achieve this at Hillcrest. If it is your desire to strive for excellence in your sport as well as academics, you can achieve this at Hillcrest. If it is your desire to progress to university or TAFE, you can achieve this at Hillcrest. If you are ready to rise to your future, you can achieve this at Hillcrest.
Join us on the journey‌
Dirk van Bruggen Head of Senior Learning Community (Years 7 to 12)
HONOURS/ While being intense, the rewards outweigh the challenges so students can achieve the best possible ATAR in order to compete for a place in Medical, Law School or similar degrees.
HONOURS SUBJECTS UNIVERSITY SUBJECTS HIGH ATAR SCORES EARLY UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE
The Honours Program is designed for students of high academic ability. Students choosing this program should be selfmotivated, resilient and determined to push themselves and their peers. Students who complete this program often form a closeknit group who support each other and strive to achieve their very best. It is expected that these students would demonstrate high grades throughout Year 11 and 12. Completing up to six subject subjects in Year 12 allows students to broaden their subject choices, which
creates flexibility when their ATAR is determined. To successfully undertake this program, students must work in a sustained and focused way while they are completing their studies. Students who are looking to challenge themselves by choosing this program are likely to apply to university. As it is expected that these students will be working at the highest levels it is most relevant for students who are looking for entry into university degrees such as Medicine, Engineering, Law and Advanced Arts.
TYPICAL COURSE
PARTNERSHIPS
OPPORTUNITIES
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English (11/12) / English Extension (Year 12)
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Mathematics Methods
This program works in partnership with a variety of universities and institutions to offer early or guaranteed entry and a taste of university.
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3 Elective subjects from Science/Social Sciences, Engineering, Specialist Mathematics or the Arts
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Honours English and/or Honours Maths
Students undertaking the Honours Program in Year 12 have a higher subject loading than in other programs. This means less study lessons across both semesters whilst having more work to complete and requires a significant amount of commitment and effort by the students to ensure that they meet the demands of the program.
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University subject – e.g. Griffiths Chemistry
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May also include an accelerated subject (e.g. studying Year 11 English in Year 10)
(5 QCAA & 1 UNIVERSITY SUBJECT)
Current partnerships include:
Many students in this program enrol in five full subjects in Year 12, and choose to undertake extension subjects or university courses. Students may choose from all subjects offered at Hillcrest. The average score for students in this program is expected to be in the 90s including ATARs of above 99, with many students achieving Honours in their subjects.
TRADITIONAL/ This course enables students to achieve the best possible results for all assessment pieces, while giving them confidence in what they can produce in the lead up to tertiary studies.
UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE TAFE ENTRANCE DIPLOMA OPTIONS EXTERNAL STUDIES
The Traditional Program is the most popular pathway that Hillcrest offers. It allows students to choose from the full variety of subjects that we offer providing that they have the necessary prerequisites. Where a subject is not on offer, students can remain at Hillcrest and be enrolled in that subject at another institution or through Distance Education. The Traditional Program is designed to position students for tertiary admission through an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank) for university entrance or a TAFE (Tertiary and
Further Education) entrance score for VET (Vocational Education and Training). The Traditional Program is suitable for students who are seeking to go on to University or Diploma courses, and allows them to achieve a good ATAR score including ATARs in the high 90s. This course is very well suited for those students wishing to complete a traditional Year 12 program and enter into a University, or to transition straight to the workforce post-school.
TYPICAL COURSE
(6 SUBJECTS) •
English or in special circumstances Essential English
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Mathematics Methods or Essential Mathematics
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4 Elective Subjects
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Occasionally a University subject e.g. Griffiths Chemistry
PARTNERSHIPS
OPPORTUNITIES
This program provides an additional opportunity in partnership with a variety of universities and institutions to offer early or guaranteed entry and a taste of university in order to help students improve their options at the end of Year 12.
Students choose to complete five subjects in Year 12 that will provide them the widest range of opportunities for post-secondary pathways. This program is useful for students who may not be sure of their future pathway as it keeps nearly all pathway options open. Students in the Traditional Program who are looking at university entrance, can achieve competitive ATARs, with highly focused and academically capable students consistently gaining an ATAR in the 90s.
Current partnerships include:
SPORTING EXCELLENCE/ This program will enable students to achieve the best possible results, while giving them confidence to continue to aspire to achieve their sporting goals.
2 OR 3-YEAR STUDY OPTION FIVE YEAR 12 SUBJECTS EXCELLENCE SPORTS PROGRAM PREPARATION FOR OVERSEAS STUDY UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE TAFE ENTRANCE
The Sporting Excellence Program is designed for students who are pursuing a pathway that involves participating at a national or international level in a chosen sport. For many students this may include seeking entrance to institutions in the United States or other countries overseas. It allows students to choose from the full variety of subjects that we offer providing that they have the necessary prerequisites. For the full range of subjects, please see the final page of this booklet. The Sporting Excellence Program is designed to position students for tertiary admission through an ATAR (Australian
Tertiary Admissions Rank) for university entrance, TAFE (Tertiary and Further Education) entrance score for VET (Vocational Education and Training) or entrance to overseas universities and Institutions. The program is suitable for sport students and provides them the opportunity to achieve good ATAR scores.
TYPICAL COURSE
(5 SUBJECTS & SPECIALIST SPORT)
PARTNERSHIPS
OPPORTUNITIES
Current partnerships include:
Students study five subjects in Year 12 often alongside an extensive sport training and development program. Their subjects and study program is structured to provide maximum opportunity to pursue their sporting endeavour after Year 12.
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GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY ON CAMPUS COURSES
Mathematics Methods or Essential Mathematics
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USA UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE PROGRAMS
3 Elective subjects (May need to include a social science)
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SPORTS EXCELLENCE PROGRAMS IN SELECTED AREAS
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University subject e.g. Griffiths Biology or Physical Education
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One subject less to balance outside commitments
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Specialist coaching sessions
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English
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SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITY
This program is useful for students who may not be sure of their future pathway as it keeps nearly all pathway options open. Students in the Sporting Excellence Program who are looking at university entrance, can achieve competitive ATARs, which will provide opportunity to gain admission to university both in Australia and overseas.
PERFORMING ARTS EXCELLENCE/ This program enables students to focus on their performances so they can build skills and experience, while giving them confidence to continue to aspire to achieve in their academic studies.
2 OR 3 YEAR STUDY OPTION EXTERNAL ARTS PROGRAMS PREPARATION FOR PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCES UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE TAFE ENTRANCE
The Performing Arts Excellence Program is designed to focus on students who are perusing a possible pathway that involves a high level of commitment and time in their chosen area of the Arts. For many students this may include seeking entrance to institutions such as WAPA, NIDA or commercial production companies. It allows students to choose from the full variety of subjects that we offer providing that they have the necessary prerequisites. The Performing Arts Excellence Program is designed to position students for tertiary admission through an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank)
for university entrance, TAFE (Tertiary and Further Education) entrance score for VET (Vocational Education and Training) or entrance to production companies. The program is suitable for most performing arts students and provides them the opportunity to achieve a good ATAR scores.
TYPICAL COURSE
(5 SUBJECTS & SPECIALIST PERFORMANCE) •
English
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Mathematics Methods or essential Mathematics
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3 Elective subjects - often including Dance, Drama or Music. Extension Music in Year 12
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One subject less to balance outside commitments
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Specialist programs internal or external tutors or teacher’s sessions
PARTNERSHIPS
OPPORTUNITIES
Current partnerships include:
Students study five subjects in Year 12 often alongside an extensive performance and training development program. Their subjects and study program is structured to provide maximum opportunity to pursue their performance career after Year 12.
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GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY ARTS PROGRAM
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AMEB EXAMINATIONS
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ON CAMPUS TUTORS AND TEACHERS
This program enables students to extend their studies over three years in 11 and 12 should their external commitments require a significant amount of their time. It is beneficial for students who may not be sure of their future pathway as it keeps nearly all pathway options open.
WORKPLACE PRACTICES/ CASE STUDY/ By completing my Certificate III in Health Services Assistance in the Workplace Practices Program, I have learnt a lot about nursing and also developed new skills related to my career pathway.
WORKPLACE BASED LEARNING ACCESS TO VET ACCESS TO DIPLOMA COURSES
The Workplace Practices Program provides students with the opportunity to develop their employability skills, specific industry skills and knowledge and understanding of the workplace within their chosen career pathway. It also provides students with practical experience within the workplace in their chosen industry and exposure to potential future employers, while remaining at school and gaining their QCE. The Workplace Practices Program is designed for students wishing to complete a VET Course and/or Work Placement as part of their
QCE in Year 12 in order to better prepare them for their future career pathway. Students undertake a VET Course or Work Placement, alongside school-based subjects. Students choosing this program pre-dominantly do so as a means for entry into TAFE, employment or a post-school apprenticeship. It is possible to construct an ATAR if the student compiles a Certificate III course and gains the necessary subject credits.
TYPICAL COURSE
(3-4 SUBJECTS & CERTIFICATE COURSE) •
Essential English or English
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Mathematics Methods or Essential Mathematics
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3 or 4 Electives
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Cert II, III or Diploma course – Diploma in Business, Certificate in industry courses
PARTNERSHIPS
OPPORTUNITIES
This program provides an additional opportunity in partnership with a variety of certificate and diploma courses that enhance opportunities for work or TAFE placement at the end of Year 12.
Students in the Workplace Practices Program have the advantage of being able to build their subjects choices around their career pathway.
CERTIFICATES/DIPLOMAS • • • • • •
Nursing Hospitality Early Childhood Media Business Christian Ministry
For example, students wishing to become an electrician ca do a Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Electrical), learn about the trade in Workplace Practices and write about it in Essential English (VET), while undertaking one other subject. Students have found this is a great way to learn as they focus their studies on their chosen career pathway.
SCHOOL-BASED APPRENTICESHIPS/ CASE STUDY/ I completed my QCE while being paid to work in a business and getting a Certificate course, which lead to a full time apprenticeship.
START AN APPRENTICESHIP TRANSITION INTO WORK
The School-Based Apprenticeship Program is designed specifically for students who wish to complete a School Based Apprenticeship as part of their Year 10 to 12 program. This program is designed with the intention of leading into a full time apprenticeship post-school. Students participating in the School Based Apprenticeships Program will attend school for a minimum
of three days a week, during which they complete their QCE subjects in class and in the Pathways Centre. On the other two days they will undertake VET and their school-based apprenticeship. Students completing this program may still gain their QCE. Students choosing this program should strongly consider entering into an apprenticeship when they finish school.
TYPICAL COURSE
(4 SUBJECTS & APPRENTICESHIP) •
English or Essential English
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Mathematics Methods or Essential Mathematics
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3 or 4 Electives
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Cert II, III or School-Based Apprenticeship
PARTNERSHIPS
OPPORTUNITIES
This program provides an additional opportunity in partnership with a variety of certificate courses and apprenticeships that enhance opportunities for work placement at the end of Year 12.
Students complete Essential Mathematics and Essential English tailored around their School Based Apprenticeship, delivered flexibility to the students in order to minimise the impact of their time out of school.
APPRENTICESHIP/CERTIFICATE • • • •
Building/Construction Electrical Hospitality Mechanical
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Business
Hillcrest works closely with apprenticeship-brokers in obtaining School Based Apprenticeships as well as ongoing support throughout the year and during the transition from school into a full time apprenticeship. Hillcrest has been very successful in matching employers with school leavers.
LIFE SKILLS/ Students in the Life Skills Program are able to run their own business, publish a book, work in a cafĂŠ, design or be involved in Operation Christmas Child.
PURPOSED CURRICULUM LEARNING SUPPORT CERTIFICATE COMPLETION
The Life Skills Program is designed for students whose specific learning needs make traditional learning a challenge. These students will have been identified in Years 7 to 9 and will possibly have been on an adjusted program with learning support. This is a practical learning program that prepares students for the workplace and life after school. In addition to core subjects, students are enrolled in Food and Nutrition, and Creative Arts. Students may be taught in smaller classes and provided with additional learning support. Where a student is coping well with
a subject, they may be able to select that subject from the Traditional Program. Students may complete their QCE through this program, however they can also exit school early if an opportunity for employment or specialised support arises. This course is not designed to generate an ATAR for university entrance or a TAFE score for higher level TAFE. However, if the student completes a Certificate II or a partial Certificate III, they will have an opportunity to apply for TAFE. Places are limited and are by application to the Director of Pathways.
TYPICAL COURSE
PARTNERSHIPS
OPPORTUNITIES
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TAFE Course on or off campus opportunities
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Essential English or special program
CERTIFICATE COURSES • Hospitality • Early Childhood • Business • Horticulture
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Essential Mathematics or QCAA Mathematics entry level
As with our other programs, the Life Skills Program has the flexibility of allowing students to enrol in their choice of subjects as well as participating in Pastoral Care, Christian Living, Personal Development and Work Placement.
(2-3 SUBJECTS & CERTIFICATE COURSE)
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One or two electives dependant on skills and abilities
In Year 10 to 12, courses are housed in flexible subject outlines, which allow assessment to be completed through group activities, project based learning, folios of evidence and discussions. Preparation for the world beyond school will see VET added through selected competencies. In Year 12, students undertake studies in Integrated Learning, Essential English, Community Studies and Research Project.
SUBJECTS/ COURSES ON OFFER ACCOUNTING ANCIENT HISTORY BIOLOGY BUSINESS [Incorporating Business Communication & Technologies] CHEMISTRY CHINESE [New offering being considered] DANCE DESIGN [Incorporating Graphics, Design Technology and Textiles] DRAMA ENGINEERING [New course confirmed] ENGLISH LITERATURE [New course being considered] ENGLISH EXTENSION [Year 12 Only] ESSENTIAL ENGLISH [English Communication]
ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE
FILM, TELEVISION & NEW MEDIA FOOD AND NUTRITION [Home Economics]
[English ESL]
FRENCH
INFORMATION COMMUNICATION & TECHNOLOGY
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY [Information Processing & Technology] LEGAL STUDIES ESSENTIAL MATHEMATICS [Pre-Vocational] GENERAL MATHEMATICS [Mathematics A] MATHEMATICS METHODS [Mathematics B] SPECIALIST MATHEMATICS [Mathematics C] MODERN HISTORY MUSIC MUSIC EXTENSION [Year 12 Only] PHILOSOPHY [New course being considered] PSYCHOLOGY [New course being considered] SCIENCE21 PHYSICAL EDUCATION PHYSICS VISUAL ART
Six new subjects are being developed for implementation in 2017/18:
BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS BUSINESS/ Students will explore the ways a business can manage resources (using communication skills and technologies). It will replace and Business Communication & Technology.
HUMANITIES PSYCHOLOGY/ Students will explore behaviour and mental processes, including thoughts, emotions and motivations, using a variety of theoretical approaches.
TECHNOLOGY DESIGN/ Students will study a design process to develop solutions to commercial needs that require the balancing of technical, commercial, human, cultural and aesthetic requirements. It will incorporate the subjects of: Graphics, Technology Studies, Home Economics (textiles) and Information Technology Systems. DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY/ Students will use computational thinking to solve problems and develop solutions. It will incorporate the subjects of Information Processing and Technology and Information Technology Systems. ENGINEERING/ Students will study a problem solving process that focuses on the technical and commercial requirements of projects through a range of engineering contexts. It will incorporate the subject Engineering Technology. FOOD AND NUTRITION/ Students will study the production, processing, consumption and marketing of food and the nature of food and human nutrition through a problem solving process. It will incorporate . the subject Home Economics (nutrition and food).
JOIN US ON OUR JOURNEY/
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