"I chose to study a language at a VCE level because of the different style of work a language offers. Language does not just revolve around studying content but instead allows you to learn in a different way which can sometimes be a relief from studying from textbooks. Being able to speak another language is also appealing and since I went to the country it was great to be able to interact with some people using their native language. It also scales up a lot which is rewarding for the workload you have throughout the course".
"It is my best subject, in terms of enjoyment as well as grades. Studying a language until year 12 is highly beneficial. This is because it gets scaled up as well as getting an extra aggregate point. This will substantially help your ATAR score. In addition, when being selected for courses, and applying for jobs, most universities and employers will choose an applicant who can speak more than one language over an applicant who can't".
"Language studies has provided me with the opportunity to step back from all my other conventional subjects and take a different approach to learning".
"I enjoy being able to converse with my classmates in and out of the classroom in another language. It feels quite rewarding when you can do something like that".
"I enjoy speaking and learning more vocabulary, because as you go about your day you recognise these things and can translate them into the language. Also, it's just a cool thing, being able to speak in more than one language".
"I love how my Language class is like a family. You stick with the same class for years, which you do not get to experience in other subjects. You get to know your peers and teachers very well and they are always there to support each other with anything and everything".
"I enjoy learning new skills and actually being able to use them and see the results. It is satisfying when you are actually able to comprehend, speak, and write. Being able to put something together and apply it is what makes it enjoyable".
"I enjoy learning about the culture and life. I like travelling and learning a language can be very useful when overseas. Being able to communicate with people in their language fluently can be very rewarding".
"I enjoy studying a language because it is different to the other subjects I study. It provides you with an understanding of how a language is formed which I have always found quite interesting. Also it uses a different part of the brain and is not a textbook subject which makes it more enjoyable".
"I enjoy the variety of different topics we would otherwise be covering in separate subjects within the Languages syllabus. Being able to learn about health, the environment, culture and food in the one class is the thing I love most; and learning it in a different language is a bonus! The ability to communicate in a tongue that no one outside the classroom can understand gives me a sense of accomplishment".