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Aboriginal Studies
Aboriginal Studies
Contact Person: Mrs Woolnough
Why choose Aboriginal Studies?
Aboriginal Studies gives students the opportunity to learn with and from the world's oldest living, continuous Cultures.
Students explore the diversity of Aboriginal Peoples, gaining a deeper understanding of the significance of Country/Place, Community and spirituality, while learning about both historical and contemporary Aboriginal experiences. This inclusive course strengthens cultural identity for First Nations students and deepens intercultural understanding for non-Aboriginal students.
Through ethical research and respectful engagement with Aboriginal Communities, students develop an appreciation of the importance of self-determination, autonomy and Community consultation, while learning to value Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property (ICIP).
What HSC subjects does Aboriginal Studies align with?
Stage 5 Aboriginal Studies provides a sound grounding for the Stage 6 Aboriginal Studies course. It also integrates well with Modern History, Ancient History, Geography and Legal Studies.
Artwork titled 'Disconnection' (2012) by Aunty Fay Clayton Moseley, Wiradjuri Elder.
Commerce
Commerce
Contact Person: Miss Gyles or Ms Dhillon
Why choose Commerce?
Commerce is all about understanding the real world — money, business, law, work and the decisions that shape our lives. You'll explore how consumers, businesses and governments interact, while developing practical skills in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, problem-solving and decision-making.
From investing and running a business to understanding the law, planning travel, preparing for work and participating in society, Commerce is packed with relevant, real-world learning, helping you become a confident and informed citizen.
Whether you're interested in business, law, economics or simply developing practical life skills, Commerce is an engaging and highly relevant subject that prepares you for everyday life, future study and the workplace.
What HSC subjects does Commerce align with?
Commerce provides excellent preparation for HSC courses such as Business Studies, Legal Studies, Business Services (VET) and Society and Culture.
Elective History
Elective History
Contact Person: Mrs Woolnough
Why choose Elective History?
If you already love History, this is where it gets even better! Elective History is for students who are curious about people, ideas and events that have shaped the world. You’ll explore multiple perspectives on the past, and question how we know what we know, using sources to investigate different versions of history. It’s your turn to probe, debate and tell the stories that matter.
With more choice, more independence and real-world skills like research and critical thinking, you'll unpack stories from local, national and global contexts. History builds empathy, challenges assumptions and encourages informed citizenship - helping you make sense of the present by understanding the past.
What HSC subjects does Elective History align with?
This course provides a great foundation for Ancient and Modern History, Geography and Society and Culture. It also integrates well with other courses that require research and written communication skills.
Japanese
Japanese
Contact Person: Mrs Murray
Why choose Japanese?
Year 9 Japanese is perfect for students who are curious about other cultures, enjoy meeting new people, and want to explore fresh ways of thinking. Whether you're continuing from Year 7 or learning Japanese for the first time, this course is designed to support students at all levels. You'll gain the confidence to communicate in everyday situations like shopping, school life, routines and hobbies.
You'll read and write in hiragana, katakana and kanji, while exploring how culture shapes language - including your own. Along the way, you'll grow soft skills employers value, like empathy, problem-solving and communication. Expect hands-on learning through games, roleplays and cultural experiences like calligraphy, crafts, cooking and a possible Japanese restaurant visit.
What HSC subject does Japanese align with?
Studying Japanese in Stage 5 opens the door to Japanese Continuers in Stage 6.
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