The Senior School at Edgars Creek Secondary College is committed to ensuring that each student can access a pathway that meets both their developmental needs and academic aspirations. To prepare students for an ever-changing and digital world, the College has developed a range of programs inspired by extensive research, student needs, and the best available educational initiatives.

Students are supported in taking responsibility for their learning through a choice of units in Years 10, 11, and 12. As they progress into the Senior School, planning their preferred educational pathway becomes increasingly important in working towards a productive and successful future. The College’s Year 10 programs are designed to provide students with the greatest range of learning choices, allowing them the freedom to indicate preferences across a broad range of learning areas. Students can also select additional courses in areas of interest, enabling them to do more of what they enjoy, develop deeper knowledge in a particular field, or engage with a wider range of learning opportunities.

Early entry into a single VCE subject is available for Year 10 students who are ready for this additional challenge. Eligible students can incorporate a VCE study into their Year 10 program. Students whose Year 9 results are above the expected level and who meet the required criteria will be invited to apply.

Senior School students also have the opportunity to take on a variety of leadership roles within the College, including positions in the Student Representative Council, the House System, and as Year 10 Leaders. Regardless of whether they hold a formal leadership position, all Senior School students are expected to model the College’s values and contribute positively to the school community.

Choosing subjects for Year 10 is an exciting step in every student's educational journey. At Edgars Creek Secondary College, we encourage students to explore their interests, strengths, and aspirations as they make decisions about their future learning pathways.

Our Year 10 program offers a diverse range of subjects and learning opportunities designed to engage students, challenge them academically, and support the development of important skills for future study and employment. Whether students have a clear career goal in mind or are still exploring their options, Year 10 provides an important opportunity to discover passions, build confidence, and make informed decisions about their senior years.

The wide variety of subjects available allows students to tailor their learning to their individual interests while preparing for a successful transition into their chosen VCE or VCE-VM pathway. Students are encouraged to select subjects that they enjoy, are motivated to learn in, and that align with their future goals and aspirations.

We encourage families to be actively involved in the subject selection process, discussing options together and seeking advice from teachers, and careers staff to pick appropriate subjects. Careful subject selection now will help students build a strong foundation for success in Years 11 and 12 and beyond.

We look forward to supporting all students as they take this important next step in their learning journey.

All students in Year 10 complete the core English subject, with a continued focus on Reading and Viewing, Writing and Speaking and Listening. Students can choose to complement their core English studies by undertaking one of the English-based electives on offer, which focus specifically on English language or English literature.

English Electives

• Fully Booked: Introduction to Literature

• English: Words for Work

Year 10 Mathematics completes the 11-level cycle of the Victorian Curriculum, while also aiming to prepare students for undertaking Maths as part of their VCE program in Years 11 and 12.

Maths Streams

• Year 10 Mathematics: Foundation ➡️ VM Numeracy, VCE Foundation Mathematics

• Year 10 Mathematics: General ➡️ VM Numeracy, VCE Foundation Mathematics, VCE General Mathematics

• Year 10 Mathematics: Advanced ➡️ VCE General Mathematics, VCE Mathematical Methods

In Semester 1, all students in Year 10 complete the core Science subject, which covers the range of science pathways into VCE while meeting the requirements of Level 10 Science in the Victorian Curriculum.

In Semester 2, all students in Year 10 choose a Science stream to continue on in. Students choose their stream based on their pathway into VCE / VM.

Science Streams

• Pre-VCE Biology & Chemistry ➡️ VCE Biology, VCE Chemistry

• Pre-VCE Chemistry & Physics ➡️ VCE Chemistry, VCE Physics

• Pre-VCE Biology & Environmental Science ➡️ VCE Biology, VCE Environmental Science

• Applied Science ➡️ VM

All students in Year 10 complete the core Humanities subject.

In addition, students can choose one or more Humanities-based electives as part of their elective studies. These electives are designed to be focused on specific aspects of the Humanities curriculum.

Humanities Electives

• People, Power and Politics: Introduction to Modern History and International Politics

• Apocalypse Now: Introduction to Geography

• The Global Citizen: Introduction to Economics

• Criminal Minds: Introduction to Legal Studies & Sociology

All students in Year 10 complete the core Health & Physical Education subject.

In addition, students can choose one or more Health & PE-based electives as part of their elective studies. These electives are designed to be focused on specific aspects of the HPE curriculum.

Health & Physical Education Electives

• Human Body in Motion

• Mind, Body and Soul

• Sports Coaching and Umpiring