HOW TO CHOOSE SUBJECTS
for Years 11 and 12
HOW TO CHOOSE SUBJECTS FOR YEAR 11
Step 1 - Research what you would like to do when you leave school.
Step 2 - Identify if TAFE or university is the required pathway.
Step 3 - Determine if any pre-requisite courses are required for Year 12.
Step 4 - Choose the subjects for Year 11 that lead to the Year 12 courses that you require
FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN SELECTING SUBJECTS
It is recommended that students consider the following:
(a) Academic Ability
In order to achieve success in subjects, it is essential that students achieve a prerequisite standard in prescribed courses. Please take careful note of prerequisites as listed in this booklet.
(b) Interests
Students should pursue their interests at their ability and performance level. Students who take subjects they like, enjoy or are passionate about are more likely to maximise their achievement.
(c) Career Aspirations
Students, whether planning to seek early employment, employment after school or to continue with further studies (at TAFEs or University), should choose subjects which will maximise their options for the future. Students should also be aware that many TAFE qualifications can lead to university entry with advanced standing (i.e. ATAR is not the only avenue to university entrance).
PATHWAYS - GENERAL ADVICE ON COURSES
| PATHWAY | YEAR 11 | YEAR 12 |
| Direct Entry in University (ATAR) | At least five ATAR courses | At least five ATAR courses |
| Alternative University Pathway | ATAR or General English, CareerLink course and General courses | Certificate IV (CareerLink), General courses, ATAR English or General English |
| TAFE or Employment | CareerLink and General courses | All General courses CareerLink and General courses |
UNIVERSITY PATHWAY - COURSES TO CHOOSE
- Religion and Life (ATAR or General)
- English or Literature (ATAR)
- Course Choice (1) - ATAR
- Course Choice (2) - ATAR
- Course Choice (3) - ATAR
- Course Choice (4) - (ATAR or General)
*Students studying a University Pathway must study at least four ATAR Courses to access University.
CAREERLINK PATHWAY - COURSES TO CHOOSE
Students must do a CareerLink Course (VET) Certificate AND the following courses:
- Religion and Life (General)
- English (ATAR or General)
- Course Choice (1) (General)
- Course Choice (2) (General)
- Course Choice (3) (General)
- Course Choice (4) General)
