Curriculum Advice

Choosing Senior Subjects

It is important to choose subjects carefully as decisions may affect future success at school and the tertiary and vocational courses and types of occupations students can choose in the future.

It’s suggested that students choose subjects that:

• ensure eligibility for the senior qualification they desire and the tertiary or vocational courses they are interested in they enjoy they have previously received good results for reflect their interests and abilities match their career and employment goals help them develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes that will be useful for their future

Do some research

It is wise for sudents to find out more about the subjects they are considering for Years 11 and 12.

Taking these steps will help make an informed decision: read the subject descriptions and course outlines provided in this guide carefully to gain an understanding of each. visit the VTAC website and search the tertiary courses they have an interest in, noting the pre-requisite subjects that each require. talk to Domain Learning Leaders and teachers of the VCE subjects they are interested in. talk to students who are already studying the subject. attend University Open Days to get a better understanding of the tertiary education courses they might be interested in.

• revisit their Morrisby profile and recommendations made for senior subjects and future careers.

• seek advice from their Homegroup Mentor or make an appointment to meet with the Careers Coordinator.

Careful individual counselling by a staff member is provided for all students to assist in planning their VCE program. These detailed discussions will assist students to select a course suited to their ability and aspirations. Students should come prepared to this meeting with a draft VCE program that they are considering.

A course planning form is available in the MyMCC Knowledge Bank to assist students to plan their proposed course, ensuring they meet the minimum course requirements outlined above.