At Xavier Catholic College, Ballina, we recognise that learning in the 21st Century requires students to attain a range of new and diverse skills. This requires learning to be delivered differently. 

The College has developed new Stage 5 elective courses that cover a range of diverse options and address NSW Syllabus outcomes in addition to six Global Competencies as shown in the infographic. The outlines of these elective courses are featured on this website.

The courses allow students to demonstrate proficiency in particular skills or concepts and are developed to meet the needs of contemporary society, providing relevant and purposeful pathways for learners. 

Students are invited to review the course outlines and discuss them with their parents. Students will be asked to select 4 courses and 4 reserve courses in order of preference on an Expression of Interest online form (Edval) in Week 7. This will allow the College to have an informed understanding of student preferences.

Final elective course selection will take place in Week 10 by an Edval online form.

Please note, not all courses will be offered in 2026. Final course offerings are subject to student interest levels, and the availability of staff and specialist facilities.