CHES

Centre for Higher Education Studies

VCE

Include a subject at CHES in your VCE program!

CHES is a centre of excellence for high-achieving and high-ability senior secondary students from across Victoria’s government schools.

CHES delivers Higher Education Studies in partnership with universities and two specialist VCE studies, Extended Investigation and VCE Algorithmics.

The Centre for Higher Education Studies (CHES) is a ground-breaking centre of excellence that has been established to cultivate the potential of high-ability and high-achieving senior secondary school students. It is a direct response to the Victorian Government’s intention that all students, regardless of their starting point, are supported to realise their full potential.

CHES offers select VCE subjects to government school students across Victoria, including students in metropolitan, rural, regional, and remote areas and those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Through an innovative ‘hy-flex’ approach to teaching and learning, students remain enrolled at their chosen government secondary school and undertake a VCE study through CHES, as a part of their overall VCE program. To accommodate as many eligible students as possible, these programs are available through a hybrid and flexible approach, with opportunities to study online, on-site at CHES or a combination of the two.

CHES programs enable students to accelerate and deepen their learning. Students enrolled in a CHES subject have the opportunity to forge a strong foundation for future university study, expand their knowledge and skills, challenge themselves, build networks with other high-achieving students, and continue building an impressive CV for the future while completing their VCE.

Students who undertake a VCE subject at CHES will also have access to the CHES Student Enrichment Series, which includes exclusive masterclasses and events with a range of universities.

The enrolment process and application timelines are published on: www.ches.vic.edu.au

CHES subjects and programs

VCE Extended Investigation

This exciting subject enables you to carry out extensive research in an area of choice based on your interests. You will be supported to develop and refine research skills, critical thinking, academic writing and presentation capabilities, offering excellent preparation for university.

VCE Algorithmics

Although technically a VCE subject, Algorithmics is a first-year university subject that involves solving real-world problems using computational methods. Algorithmics provides the foundation for studying computer science and software engineering at tertiary level and, on completion, some universities may offer students an accelerated tertiary pathway.

Student Enrichment Series

Students who undertake a HES study or a VCE subject through CHES will also have access to our Student Enrichment Series which includes workshops, masterclasses, special events and mentoring opportunities with a range of universities and industry leaders.

Enrolment Criteria

Students apply via a simple online application form available via the CHES website: www.ches.vic.edu.au

The student application includes two parts: one section to be completed by you and your parent/ carer and another by your school.

Your school Principal will be asked to share some of your academic data, a statement that confirms your suitability for a CHES program and any special or extenuating circumstances.

Your application must be approved by your Principal.

CHES will consider a range of information when selecting students for its VCE programs. As part of your application you’ll be asked to provide a statement that outlines your desire to study at CHES and reflects your interest and suitability for the program. Students are not required to take an entrance exam to enrol in a VCE subject at CHES.

Applications for 2024 HES Programs open on Monday 10 July 2023.
Applications strictly close on Wednesday 31 August 2023 – no late applications accepted.

For more information

Visit the CHES website for regular updates on programs, application processes, selection criteria and upcoming information evenings. www.ches.vic.edu.au

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