Senior Selection Requirements

Below is an outline of how the subject selection process will work. There are certain requirements for each year level when it comes to choosing subjects: there are COMPULSORY subjects in some year levels, as well as OPTIONAL ones and there are differences in the number of subjects students can choose to study.  

Please note: the information is set out for students who are moving into Year 11, 12 or 13 in 2024

Requirements for YEAR 11 students

For all Year 11 students:

• They MUST TAKE 6 subjects (3 compulsory and 3 of choice).

• The compulsory subjects are: English, Mathematics and a Science course

• They will need to consider the recommended prior learning (if any) noted in the course information

Requirements for YEAR 12 students

For all Year 12 students:

• They MUST TAKE 5 subjects but students can choose to take 6. 

• English is strongly recommended for those considering tertiary study.

• Consider the recommended prior learning / prerequisites as outlined in the course information.

• Students considering university or degree courses at polytechnics must choose subjects which enable them to achieve University Entrance literacy.

Requirements for YEAR 13 students

For all Year 13 students:

• They MUST TAKE 5 subjects.

• No compulsory subjects.

• Consider the recommended prior learning / prerequisites as outlined in the course information.

• Students considering tertiary study must ensure that the course selected meets all of the tertiary entry requirements.