Entry Humanities is a year-long course that introduces students to the diverse domains of the Humanities. Entry students explore Geography, Business and Economics and Ancient Histories (Australia, China and Rome). Students will also participate in a group inquiry project that focuses on Civics and Citizenship.
The Subject takes students on a journey through the major events and ideas that transformed societies and shaped the modern world. Students will begin by investigating the Industrial Revolution and explore how rapid technological innovation, industrialisation and global trade reshaped economies, societies and everyday life across the world.
Students will then examine how these global changes influenced the development of modern Australia through the impacts of colonisation, the Frontier Wars and the experiences of Australians during World War I.
Students will also explore how conflict, migration, nationalism and social change contributed to shaping modern Australian identity and society.
In the final topic, students will investigate the transformation of China during the twentieth century, analysing how industrialisation, revolution and political change contributed to shaping modern China and its emergence as a global power.
Through source analysis, historical inquiry, debates and case studies, students will develop the skills to think critically about continuity and change and understand how the modern world was created.
The skills in this course apply to a broad range of pathways, and students will be directly prepared for History in Crisis.
History in Crisis is an advanced History subject, that is an above entry elective.
History in Crisis challenges students to explore some of the most significant conflicts, movements and turning points that shaped the modern world.
Students will investigate the tensions and rivalries of the Cold War, examining how fear, ideology and global competition influenced politics, society and everyday life across the twentieth century.
In History in Crisis, students will explore the struggle for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander rights during the civil rights era.
Through powerful case studies including the Freedom Rides, the Mabo Decision and the Aboriginal Tent Embassy, students will examine how activism, protest and legal change challenged inequality and transformed Australian society.
In the final area students will investigate the causes, impacts and controversies of the Iraq War and consider how conflict shapes international relations and human experiences. Through source analysis, debates and historical inquiry, students will develop the skills to think critically about the past and its ongoing impact on the world today.
The skills in this course apply to a broad range of pathways, and students will be directly prepared for Pre VCE History & Politics.
In Going Global, students have the opportunity to explore significant global challenges that are facing the global community. Students analyse the causes and consequences of climate change, while also evaluating the effectiveness of the responses to climate change by key global actors, such as the United Nations, states such as the USA, China and Australia and non-governmental actors such as Greenpeace.
In this course, students also have the opportunity to examine the concept of human rights and how human rights are not necessarily applied universally, as students discuss how there can be challenges to the concept of human rights based on cultural, economic and political factors.
Students also have the opportunity to independently study another global challenge such as people movement or poverty alleviation.
The skills in this course apply to a broad range of pathways, and students will be directly prepared for VCE Politics.
Extreme Earth & Natural Hazards is an above entry Geography elective, which explores the dynamic processes that shape our planet and the challenges facing communities in a changing world.
Students investigate the characteristics of global biomes and examine how climate, resources and environmental pressures influence food security and human wellbeing. Students will then study the formation of landforms and landscapes, including the powerful natural processes that create hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes, bushfires and floods.
In the final topic, students analyse environmental change and management, evaluating how individuals, governments and organisations respond to environmental challenges at a local level. Through fieldwork, case studies, mapping and data analysis, students develop geographical inquiry skills and deepen their understanding of the connections between people and the environment. This subject encourages critical thinking, problem-solving and informed decision-making, preparing students to engage with some of the most significant environmental issues of the twenty-first century.
Guilty or Not Guilty looks specifically at the area of criminal law, including murder and manslaughter. Students explore how the justice system works and what goes wrong when the law doesn’t protect citizens.
To complement their studies, students also focus on a number of areas pertaining to the Australian and International Legal Systems. Students are informed of the operations of these legal systems and are able to evaluate their effectiveness and their rights in dealing with the law. Students work collaboratively to examine the court system and constitutional rights, as well as undertake a variety of other assessment tasks including research assignments, oral presentations and tests.
The skills in this course apply to a broad range of pathways, and students will be directly prepared for PRE VCE Legal, Accounting and Business (LAB) and VCE Legal Studies.
In Money & Society, students will learn about the world around them in relation to money, economics and business.
Students will develop valuable skills and improve their knowledge in a whole range of societal matters to understand money and society. Money helps you live your life. Finance helps you be smart with money. Students will explore real world matters such as the legal and ethical rights and responsibilities of Australian consumers and businesses and how to deal with financial scams.
Economics is about: making choices because there isn’t enough of everything for everyone. Students will explore the basic economic problem of scarcity, economic decision-making based on costs and benefits, incentives and opportunity cost. Students will also look at the changing patterns of Australia’s international trade and benefits of globalisation.
Businesses help people live, work, and enjoy life. Business , create jobs, and bring new ideas to the world. Students will explore entrepreneurship, the different ways Australians can derive an income.
The skills in this course apply to a broad range of pathways, and students will be directly prepared for PRE VCE Legal, Accounting and Business (LAB) and also VCE Accounting and VCE Business Management.
Why are we here? Is there more than one reality? Can we trust our senses? What does it mean to live a good life? How do we know anything? Are we the same person as we were last year, last week, last night?
Philosophy uses reason and logic to think through these big questions. Stimulated by what famous philosophers have said, students will create presentations, exhibit philosophical debates and write philosophical essays.
Unlike formal debating, philosophical argument aims at arriving at uncovering truth rather than ‘winning’. Thus, philosophy classes involve building important listening and social skills.
The skills in this course apply to a broad range of pathways, and students will be directly prepared for VCE Philosophy, VCE English and VCE English Literature.
This subject is available as a repeated elective.
Pre-VCE History & Politics explores the major conflicts, political tensions and global changes that shaped the twentieth century and continue to influence the world today.
Students will investigate the causes of World War I and World War II, examining how nationalism, alliances, economic instability and political ideologies contributed to global conflict. Students will then explore the events, experiences and consequences of World War II, analysing the impact of war on societies, leadership, human rights and international relations.
In the final topic, students will investigate the emergence of modern world order and systems of global governance, including the role of organisations such as the United Nations in promoting peace, cooperation and international security.
Through historical inquiry, political analysis, debates and source evaluation, students will develop critical thinking, research and analytical skills.
This subject is designed to provide a strong foundation for students intending to undertake VCE History and/or VCE Politics, building confidence in extended writing, argument development, and the interpretation of complex historical and political sources.
Welcome to Pre-VCE LAB, where you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to help you own your own business, or become a lawyer or an accountant. Regardless of what career you find yourself in, an understanding of the legal, financial and economic influences on our day to day decisions is a key life skill. This student-led subject is for those who want to learn essential business and legal skills that you can take to the bank, and understand how to best manage both the risks and rewards of running a business. This is an intense look into the relevant VCE subjects, with the focus on students developing their problem-solving skills, study habits and tier 2 & 3 vocabulary.
In Accounting students will be required to interpret, classify, record and explain business transactions, including preparing reports such as Balance Sheets, Income Statements and more!
In Legal students will dive into the world of contract law, looking at many different cases and the impact they’ve had on our law to this day. Students will be exposed to a range of legal terminology, and learn how to embed this knowledge into their written responses for future clients, when analysing the validity of contracts.
To tie up the subject, students will gain an introduction to Business Management. Students will look into a case study of successful Australian businesses that were forced to change - they will learn about stakeholder management, the different legal structures available when setting up a business, and the different business environments that influence a business to change.
The course will prepare students for the basic skills and knowledge required for VCE Legal Studies, VCE Accounting and VCE Business Management.