Why Non-ATAR Pathway?

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English Standard or English Studies Mathematics Standard 1 or 2 PDHPE Outdoor Recreation Sport Lifestyle Recreation Photography Catholic Thought or Studies of Religion

Or substitute Photography for Financial Services, Entertainment or Screen & Media into this pattern of study HSC + one qualification. If include one substitute suggestion, this can be used as an alternative entry pathway into Newcastle University

Note: One exam for PDHPE if choose English Studies and Mathematics Standard 1

Why Non-ATAR Pathway?

 Gain HSC credential – highest educational award you can achieve at school, is nationally recognised and highly regarded in the community.

 Pathway to employment, further education and training (TAFE, College and University)

 Less academically rigorous and fewer exams.

 Students have the choice of more study combinations as opposed to 5 ATAR study combinations.

 Students access to courses continue to improve their command of numeracy and literacy.

 There is still an opportunity to move on from school to University.

 VET subjects can improve employability skills and employment opportunities.