Student Interest Project 

The Stage 5 Student Interest Project (SIP) is a pilot Stage 5 100 hours elective course. It will be offered at a small number of NSW schools in 2025 as part of a pilot programme run by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). Its aim is to enable students to become engaged, independent and responsible learners.

Cost of course:  Variable based on research project

Course Description

The Stage 5 Student Interest Project supports students to develop, extend and apply their knowledge and skills in an area of interest.

The Student Interest Project focuses on building and developing knowledge and skills needed for learning and practical application of disciplinary content. Students further their knowledge in their chosen area of interest and develop skills in researching, project management and self-management, digital literacy, communication and collaboration.

The pilot course consists of 4 interrelated focus areas: Developing a concept, Investigating, Managing a project and ways of working, and Communicating knowledge. For example, students will:

·         identify an area of interest and set goals about what they would like to learn

·         conduct research to deepen and expand their knowledge in the area of interest

·         use project-management skills to keep their learning on track

·         manage their learning such as using time management skills and strategies to build resilience and adaptability

·         work collaboratively with the teacher, peers and if relevant others such as community members

·         produce and present a product which showcases their learning.

Students will create a final product to showcase their learning.

The course will be recorded on the Record of School Achievement (RoSA) for students who satisfactorily complete the course.

Contact: Ms Kate Pidgeon- Head Teacher Secondary Studies