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Contents
Requirements For Senior Study _______________________________________________________5
Requirements for the Award of a Higher School Certicate (Board Of Studies)___________________6
Roseville College Course Requirements for Years 11 and 12 _________________________________7
Biology ___________________________________________________________________________8
Business Studies ___________________________________________________________________9
Chemistry _______________________________________________________________________10
Design and Technology _____________________________________________________________11
Drama __________________________________________________________________________12
Earth and Environmental Science ____________________________________________________13
Economics _______________________________________________________________________14
English Standard _________________________________________________________________15
English Advanced _________________________________________________________________17
Preliminary English Extension ________________________________________________________19
Food Technology __________________________________________________________________21
Geography _______________________________________________________________________22
Ancient History ___________________________________________________________________23
Modern History ___________________________________________________________________24
HSC History Extension _____________________________________________________________25
Information Processes and Technology (IPT)____________________________________________26
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French Continuers _________________________________________________________________28
HSC French Extension _____________________________________________________________29
German Continuers ________________________________________________________________30
HSC German Extension ____________________________________________________________31
Japanese Continuers_______________________________________________________________32
HSC Japanese Extension ___________________________________________________________33
Legal Studies _____________________________________________________________________34
General Mathematics ______________________________________________________________35
Mathematics _____________________________________________________________________36
Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1 and HSC Mathematics Extension 1______________________37
HSC Mathematics Extension 2 _______________________________________________________38
Music 1 _________________________________________________________________________39
Music 2 _________________________________________________________________________40
HSC Music Extension ______________________________________________________________41
Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)____________________________42
Physics _________________________________________________________________________43
Senior Science ___________________________________________________________________44
Visual Arts _______________________________________________________________________45
Studies of Religion_________________________________________________________________46
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Executive StaffPrincipal Mrs M Krimmer BA DipEd MEd MACE
Deputy Principal Mr T Watson BA MIntRel MEdLd
Acting Director of Curriculum & Learning Ms D Magill BEd MECh MACE MACEL
Director of Student Development & Wellbeing Ms G Stone BA MA DipEd Cert TESOL
Director of Information and
Communication Technology Mr J Stewart BA LTCL
Director of Staff Services Mr P Mackay BSc(Arch) BArch DipEd
MDesSc(Comp)
Heads of DepartmentChristian Studies Mrs S Gorham BA GradDipEd, Assoc Degree
Theology, Cert Preaching MA (Biblical Hermeneutics)
Drama and Performance Ms K Young BA DipEd M (Theatre Studies)
English Mr N Smith Dip Teach BA GERRIC
PDHPE Mrs S Litcheld (Human Movement) BEd MEd
History Mrs S Binsted BA DipEd LLB MA
Languages Mrs M Boshier BA DipEd
Learning Enrichment Mrs N Smith BEd (Special Education)
Library Mrs J Harkness BA(LibSc) MTeach
Mathematics Mrs D Wilson BA DipEd
Music Ms N Katada BMUS DipEd Reifeprufung
Science Ms J Pemberton BSc DipEd GradCert Chemistry
GradDip ChristianEd
Social Sciences Mrs E Stone BA
Sport Mrs A Osborne BEd
Technological and Applied Studies Mrs C Silvano B Teach B (Design & Tech)(Co-Heads) Mrs N Burke BEd Grad Cert DT
Visual Arts Mr D Wells BEd (Visual Arts)
Careers Adviser Mrs V Cranston MA(EdWork)
DipEd GradCert (Careers Counselling)
School Counsellor Mrs E PinnBA Psych(Hons) MPsych(ClinPsych)MAPS (Registered Psychologist)
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Welcome to the Senior Years
Welcome to your nal years at Roseville College. The senior years are academically challenging and
rich and rewarding in experience. We aspire for each of you to ourish: developing your unique potential
and achieving your personal best in all aspects of your life at school. Our teachers are looking forward to
working by your side as you learn and lead together.
We have endeavoured, in this booklet, to provide you with the information that will assist you in theprocess of choosing subjects and making plans for the future. If you, or your parents, would like any
further information, you are welcome to contact the teaching staff, Heads of Department or myself. I look
forward to sharing this learning journey with you.
Ms Deborah Magill
Acting Director of Curriculum and Learning
Selection of Courses of Study for Years 11 and 12The following information is offered as a guide to students and parents in making decisions about
appropriate courses of study. It is important that choices be made very carefully and are as nal as
possible to enable the College to undertake detailed planning for next year.
Choosing Subjects
The College offers a wide range of subjects in Years 11 and 12 but, as there is a limited number of periods
in the week, subjects must be grouped together to be taught at the same time. A completely free choice
is never possible at any school. To ensure that the largest possible number of students are able to take
the subjects of individual choice, a timetabling program will be used to determine subject groupings.
Therefore, it is necessary for Year 10 students to make a choice of subjects at this time.
The following points should be noted very carefully when choices are being made:
Choice of subjects should relate closely to the interests and abilities of students. Subjects should be chosen with all possible career options left open. This is important as many
students will change their minds about careers between now and the end of Year 12.
Where career interests may involve tertiary education, the admission requirements of the universities
and other institutes should be checked with the institutions concerned.
The entry requirements for universities and other tertiary institutions should be considered very
carefully. Our Career Adviser will give students and parents every assistance, but nal responsibility
for the accuracy and currency of tertiary entrance requirements rests with the student and parent.
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Requirements for the Award of a Higher SchoolCertificate (Board Of Studies)
If you wish to be awarded a Higher School Certicate:
you must study a minimum of 12 units in the Preliminary course (Year 11) and a minimum of 10 unitsin the HSC course (Year 12)
Both the Preliminary course and the HSC course must include the following:
at least 6 units from Board Developed Courses, including at least 2 units of a Board Developed
Course in English
at least three courses of 2 units value or greater
at least four subjects
at most 6 units of courses in Science can contribute to Higher School Certicate eligibility
you must complete the practical, oral or project works required for specic courses and the
assessment requirements for each course
you must have sat for, and made, a seriousattempt at the required Higher School Certicate
examinations
Higher School Certificate Course Notes A number of subjects include a requirement for the development of project work for either internal or
external assessment for example, Visual Arts, Drama, Design and Technology and others. Projects
developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in full or in part for assessment in
any other subject
Students may elect to study either or both the 2 unit Ancient History and the 2 unit Modern Historycourses. There is one HSC History Extension Course. This course allows students the exibility to
pursue areas of interest in Ancient and/or Modern History
Of the 12 Preliminary and 10 HSC units required for the Higher School Certicate, no more than 6
Preliminary units and 6 HSC units of Science can be included
The course Senior Science may not be taken as a Preliminary HSC course with any of the following
Science courses: Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Environmental Science and Physics. The above does
not apply for the HSC Senior Science course
You must study Music 2 if you wish to study HSC Music Extension
Additional information about courses and the new HSC is available on the Board of Studies
Website: http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au
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Roseville College Course Requirements forYears 11 and 12
At Roseville College, we aim to provide a broad, liberal education of a high standard for all students. In
keeping with this aim, we will require all students to study a minimum of six 2 unit subjects in Year 11. One
of these subjects must be an English course of at least 2 units.
Students must study all of their chosen subjects for the duration of Year 11.
In Year 11, in additionto the six 2 unit subjects, Preliminary English Extension and Preliminary Mathematics
Extension 1 may be studied. A limited number of students may be permitted to study 13 or 14 units if they
wish to study Preliminary English Extension and/or Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1.
In Year 12, all students will be expected to study a minimum of 10 units, excluding Extension courses.
In Years 11 and 12, students must study at least 2 units of English: either, English (Advanced) or
English (Standard).
2 UNIT SUBJECTS OFFERED
Ancient History German Continuers
Biology Information Processes and Technology
Business Studies Japanese
Chemistry Legal Studies
Design and Technology Mathematics
Drama Modern History
Earth and Environmental Science Music 1 and 2
Economics PDHPE
Food Technology Physics
French Continuers Senior Science
General Mathematics Visual Arts
Geography
ADDITIONAL SUBJECTS OFFERED
YEAR 11 YEAR 12
Preliminary English Extension HSC English Extension 1
Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1 HSC English Extension 2
Preliminary Studies of Religion (1 unit) HSC Mathematics Extension 1
HSC Mathematics Extension 2
HSC History Extension
HSC French Extension
HSC German Extension
HSC Japanese Extension
HSC Music Extension
HSC Studies of Religion (1 unit)
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Biology
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Exclusions:Senior Science (Preliminary only)
Course Description
Biology is the study of living things. This course includes how living things work at both a whole organismand cellular level. The evolution of living things and various theories to account for this are studied.
Throughout the course students will be expected to carry out independent research and plan some of their
own investigations.
Preliminary Course
A Local Ecosystem.A eld study is carried out in an ecosystem. The way in which features of the
environment are interrelated and the impact of humans on the ecosystems are studied.
Patterns in Nature.This topic looks in detail at the structure and function of cells as well as the
systems of animals and plants.
Life on Earth.This investigates how life began and evolved on Earth. Diversity and classication oforganisms is studied.
Evolution of Australian Biota.Australias separation from Gondwanaland is discussed. The impact
of this separation on Australias climate, ora and fauna is investigated. Reproduction in plants and
animals as a means of continuing the species and for providing variation is also studied.
HSC Course
Builds on concepts introduced in the preliminary course.
Maintaining a Balance.The way in which plants and animals operate to maintain a stable internal
environment is examined. In particular the nervous, circulatory and urinary systems are studied.
Blueprint of Life.DNA, genetics and current reproductive technologies are studied as well as the
scientists involved in these developments in genetics.
The Search for Better Health. The study of infectious and non-infectious diseases; in particular their
impact on society is discussed and how we can prevent and manage the diseases.
Options One option is chosen from the following:
Communication (the role of the senses)
Biotechnology (genetic engineering)
Genetics the code broken? (an extension of Blueprint of Life)
The Human Story (human evolution)
Biochemistry (molecules and reactions that keep us functioning effectively)
Particular Course RequirementsThe Preliminary course includes a eld study related to local terrestrial and aquatic environments. Practical
experiences should occupy a minimum of 80 indicative hours across Preliminary and HSC course time
with no less than 35 hours in the HSC course.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination:Knowledge and understanding of
course content40
Core 75 First hand investigation 30
Option 25Scientic thinking, problem solving and
communication30
100 100
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Business Studies
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Course DescriptionBusiness Studies is distinctive in that it encompasses the theoretical and practical aspects of business
and management in contexts which students will encounter in life. The course offers focus areas andperspectives ranging from the planning of a small business to the management of operations, nance,
human resources and marketing in large businesses. Through the incorporation of contemporary business
theories and practices, the course lays an excellent foundation for students either in further tertiary study
or in future employment. Business case studies are embedded in the course to provide a stimulating and
relevant framework for students to apply theoretical concepts encountered in the business environment.
Students develop research and independent learning skills in addition to analytical and problem-solving
competencies through their studies.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course Nature of Business The focus is the role and nature of business in a changing business
environment.
Business Management The focus is the nature and responsibilities of management in business.
Business Planning The focus is the processes of establishing and planning a small to medium
enterprise.
HSC Course
Operations The focus is the strategies for effective operations management in large business.
Marketing The focus is the main elements involved in the development and implementation of
successful marketing strategies.
Human Resources The focus is the contribution of human resource management to business
performance.
Finance The focus is the role of interpreting nancial information in the planning and management
of business.
Particular Course RequirementsStudents do notneed to have studied Commerce in Years 9 and 10. In the Preliminary course there is a
research project investigating the operation of a small business or planning the establishment of a small
business.
Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment
A three hour written examination,
including multiple-choice, short
answer and extended response
questions
100 Knowledge and understanding
of course content
40
Stimulus based skills 20
Inquiry and research 20
Communication of business
information, ideas and issues
in appropriate forms
20
100 100
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Chemistry
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Exclusions: Senior Science (Preliminary only)
Course Description
Chemistry is the study of matter and energy, with a focus on substances and their interactions.Students will work individually and in teams in practical and secondary source investigations related to the
theoretical concepts of the course.
Preliminary Course
The Preliminary course develops a knowledge of atomic structure, chemical changes, rates of reaction
and relationships between substances by focusing on increasing students understanding of the Earths
resources, the development of increasingly sophisticated methods to extract and use metals, the
importance of water and high energy carbon compounds.
The Chemical Earth This topic focuses on understanding the properties of substances in the
mixtures that make up the Earths materials, in order to use resources effectively and efciently. Metals This topic examines the uses of metals throughout history and examines their properties.
Water The special nature of the water molecules leads to a study of solutions and the unique
contribution of water to life on Earth.
Energy This topic studies fuels and strategies for their efcient use.
HSC Course
The HSC course builds on the concepts developed in the Preliminary course. In particular, it deals with
the applications of chemistry, including the search for new sources of traditional materials, the design and
production of new materials, the type and effect of chemicals that have been released as a result of human
technological activity and the way in which environmental problems could be reversed or minimised. The
options cover a wide variety of interest topics and draw on the increased information and understandingsprovided by improved technology to examine areas of current research.
The Identication and Production of Materials.The technological advances leading to the
development of new materials such as plastics and fossil fuel substitutes are examined.
The Acidic Environment.This topic studies the acidic and basic compounds in daily use in the home
and in the environment.
Chemical Monitoring and Management.This topic studies modern technologies used to gather
information about chemicals in the environment and those released by human activity.
Option one option is chosen from the following:
Industrial Chemistry Shipwrecks and Salvage
Biochemistry Forensic Chemistry
Particular Course RequirementsPractical experiences should occupy a minimum of 80 indicative hours across Preliminary and HSC course
time, with no less than 35 hours in the HSC course.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination: Knowledge and understanding 40
Core 75 First hand investigation 30
Option 25Scientic thinking, problem solving
and communication30
100 100
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Design and Technology
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC
Course Description
Students study design processes, design theory and factors in relation to the realisation of practical
design projects. While the course builds on the skills learnt in Design and Technology in Stages 4 and 5,
it also caters for students with no previous practical experience. However, all students must be preparedto explore and experiment with a variety of new materials and techniques and willingly learn many new
practical skills.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course
Students study Designing and Producing, which includes the following topics:
Design theory, design processes, creativity, collaborative design, research, management, using
resources, communication, manufacturing and production, computer-based technologies, safety,
evaluation, environmental issues, analysis, marketing and manipulation of materials, tools andtechniques
Complete practical design projects and accompanying folio, as well as a designer case study.
HSC Course
Includes the study of:
Innovation and Emerging Technologies, involving a case study of innovation.
The study of designing and producing includes a Major Design Project and project Folio which
includes a project proposal and management, project development and realisation, and project
evaluation.
Particular Course Requirements In the Preliminary course, students MUST participate in all hands-on practical activities using a variety
of materials.
In the HSC course, the comprehensive study of designing and producing that were studied in the
Preliminary course are synthesised and applied. This culminates in the development and realisation
of a major design project and the presentation of a case study of an innovation.
Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
Section I:A one and a half hour
written examination 40
Innovation and Emerging Technologies,
including a compulsory case study of aninnovation
40
Questions based on Innovation
& Emerging Technologies,
Designing and Producing. These
will provide opportunities for
students to make reference to
the Major Design Project and the
Case Study.
Section II:Major Design Project
Product, system or environment
AND supporting Folio 60
Designing and Producing (which may
include aspects of the Major Design
Project)
60
100 100
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Drama
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Exclusions: projects developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in full or in part
for assessment in any other subject
Course DescriptionDrama is a collaborative art form that involves the creative interaction of individuals using a range of artistic
skills. Drama is an important means of understanding, constructing, appreciating and communicating
social and cultural values.
The study of Drama will develop the talents and capacities of all students physical, emotional, intellectual,
social, spiritual, creative and expressive as well as developing self-condence and self-esteem.
This syllabus provides opportunities for students to develop a range of skills and the opportunity to
concentrate on areas of personal interest. It is designed for students who have completed the School
Certicate Drama course and for those who are studying Drama for the rst time.
The skills and knowledge acquired through the study of this syllabus may be further developed andemployed in a variety of professions including, but not conned to, theatre, media, communications and
community cultural development. The syllabus provides continuity with many tertiary and industry courses.
Preliminary Course
Improvisation, Playbuilding and Acting
Elements of Production in Performance
Theatrical Traditions and Performance Styles.
HSC Course
Australian Drama and Theatre (Core component)
Studies in Drama and Theatre The Group Performance (Core component)
The Individual Project.
In the Individual Project students demonstrate their expertise in a particular area. They use knowledge,
skills and experience acquired in the Preliminary course to select an area in which to specialise. Students
have a wide range of choice from Performance, Design, Script, Video Drama or Critical Analysis. Students
chart the process of their project in a logbook. Some class time is allocated to this project but students
must be prepared to work independently.
In the Group Performance students (3-6) collaborate to devise and perform a piece of original theatre (8-
12 minutes in duration). As a starting point students must choose ONE topic from a list published by the
Board of Studies. Each student charts the process of this project in a logbook. The Group Performance is
developed in class time; however, outside class time rehearsals are essential.
Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
Group Presentation (Core) 30 Making 40
Individual Project 30 Performing 30
A one and a half hour written
Examination comprising two
compulsory sections:
40 Critically Studying 30
Australian Drama and Theatre (Core)
Studies in Drama and Theatre
100 100
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Earth and Environmental Science
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Exclusions: Senior Science (Preliminary Course only)
Course Description
Earth and Environmental Science is the study of the planet Earth, its processes and its environment.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course
Planet Earth and Environment a ve thousand million year journey examines the development of
the earth from the Big Bang and origins of the Solar System to the primitive atmosphere, ancient life
forms and climate change.
Dynamic Earthdeals with the theory of plate tectonics and the interaction of plates during
subduction, collision and break-up throughout Earths history.
Water Issueslooks at interacting subsystems of the Earth that produce a unique biome now and in
the past and the importance of maintaining and conserving water in the Australian environment.
The Local Environmentuses eldwork to investigate landforms, rocks, soil types and living things
and how these interact to form the local environment. It includes the impact of humans as well as
research on endangered species.
HSC Course
Builds upon the Preliminary course.
Tectonic Impactsexamines how earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis occur and how they affect
people, other living things and the environment. Includes a case study of a natural disaster.
Environments through timetraces the development of life on Earth, the fossil record and mass
extinctions, including dinosaurs and the mega fauna. Caring for the countrydeals with problems such as soil erosion, salinity, pesticides, global warming
and ozone depletion. Waste and sustainability are also discussed.
One option is chosen from the following:w
Introduced Species and the Australian Environment looks at problems caused by introduced
pests, such as the blackberry and the cane toad.
Organic Geology
Mining and the Australian Environment
Oceanography
Particular Course RequirementsThe Preliminary course includes eld experience in the identication of landforms, rocks and soil types as
well as how biological factors interact to form the local environment. Practical experiences should occupy
a minimum of 80 indicative hours across Preliminary and HSC course time with no less than 35 hours in
the HSC course.
Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination: Knowledge and understanding 40
Core 75 First hand investigation 30
Option 25Scientic thinking, problem solving
and communication30
100 100
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Economics
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Course DescriptionEconomics provides students with an understanding of the many aspects of the economy and its operation
that frequently dominate the media and politics. It investigates issues such as the causes of uctuationsin interest rates, share values or the value of the Australian dollar and the impact of these changes on
individuals and the economy. Economics develops students knowledge and understanding of the operation
of the global and Australian economy. It develops the analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
of students. There is a strong emphasis on the problems and issues in a contemporary Australian economic
context within the course. By understanding Economics, students can make informed judgments about
issues and policies and participate responsibly in decision-making. The course benets students as they
pursue further education and training and employment, and participate as active citizens.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course Introduction to Economics The focus is the need for choice by individuals, businesses and
governments and how their decisions determine the nature of the economy.
Consumers and Business The focus is an investigation of how consumers and businesses make
decisions about the choices they face, particularly in a market economy.
Markets The focus is the operation of markets and the way prices are determined in a mixed
economy.
Labour Markets The focus is an examination of the market for labour resources.
Financial Markets The focus is the operation of nancial markets in Australia.
Government in the Economy The focus is the role of government in a mixed economy.
HSC Course The Global Economy The focus is the operation of the global economy and the impact of
globalisation individual on economies.
Australias Place in the Global Economy The focus is an examination of Australia in the global
economy and the effect of changes in the global economy on Australia.
Economic Issues The focus is the nature, causes and consequences of the economic issues that
confront contemporary economies.
Economic Policies and Management The focus is the aims and operation of economic policies in
the Australian economy.
Particular Course RequirementsStudents do not need to have studied Commerce in Years 9 and 10.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination,
including multiple-choice, short answer
and extended response questions
100 Knowledge and understanding of
course content
40
Stimulus based skills 20
Inquiry and research 20
Communication of economic
information, ideas and issues in
appropriate forms
20
100 100
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English Standard
The English Standard course is not offered to Roseville College students in their Preliminary year. In Year
11 all students complete the Advanced English course.
The English Standard Course may be offered in Year 12 for eligible students.
Course DescriptionIn the Preliminary course, students explore the ways events, experiences, ideas and processes are
represented in, and through, texts.
In the HSC course, students reect on and demonstrate the effectiveness of texts for different
audiences and purposes.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course
The course has two sections:
Content common to the Standard and Advanced courses is undertaken through units of work
called Areas of Study. Students explore texts and develop skills in synthesis. The common content
comprises 40% of the course content. Students undertake at least one Area of Study.
Electives in which students explore and examine texts and analyse aspects of meaning. The electives
comprise 60% of the content.
HSC Course
The course has two sections:
The HSC Common Content which consists of one Area of Study common to the HSC Standard and
the HSC Advanced courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis.
Modulesthat provide elective choices, which emphasise particular aspects of shaping meaning
and demonstration of the effectiveness of texts for different audiences and purposes. Students are
required to choose one elective from each of three Modules A, B or C.
Particular Course Requirements
Preliminary Course Students are required to:
study Australian and other texts
explore a range of types of text drawn from prose ction, drama, poetry, nonction, lm, media and/or
multimedia texts
undertake wide reading programs involving texts and textual forms composed in and for a wide
variety of contexts
integrate the modes of reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing and representing as appropriate
engage in the integrated study of language and text
HSC Course requires:
the close study of at least four types of prescribed text, one drawn from eachof the following
categories: prose ction; drama; poetry; nonction or lm or media ormultimedia
a wide range of additional related texts and textual forms.
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Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Internal Assessment Weighting
A written examination paper
consisting of:
Area of Study 40
Paper 1 (2 hours) 40 (Common course content)
Areas of Study (Common coursecontent)
Module A 20
Paper 2 (2 Hours) 60 Module B 20
Module A Module C 20
Module B 100
Module C Assessment across the language modes
Listening 15
Speaking 15
Reading 25
Writing 30
Viewing and representing 15
100 100
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English Advanced2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Exclusions:English (Standard); English (ESL); Mass Media Studies
Course Description
In the Preliminary course, students explore the ways that events, experiences, ideas, values andprocesses are represented in and through texts and analyse the ways in which texts reect different
attitudes and values.
In the HSC course students analyse and evaluate texts and the ways that they are valued in their
contexts.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course
The course has two sections:
content common to the Standard and Advanced courses is undertaken through units of work
called Areas of Study. Students explore texts and develop skills in synthesis. The common content
comprises 40% of the course content. Students undertake at least one Area of Study.
electives in which students explore, examine and analyse texts and analyse aspects of shaping
meaning and the ways in which texts and contexts shape and are shaped by different attitudes and
values. The Electives comprise 60% of the content.
HSC Course.
The course has two sections:
the HSC Common Content consists of one Area of Study common to the HSC Standard and the
Advanced courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis.
Modules which emphasise particular aspects of shaping meaning and representation, questions oftextual integrity, and ways in which texts are valued. Students are required to choose one elective
from each of three Modules A, B or C.
Particular Course Requirements
Preliminary Course requires:
study of Australian and other texts
exploration of a range of types of text drawn from prose ction, drama, poetry, nonction, lm, media
and/or multimedia texts
wide reading programs involving texts and textual forms composed in and for a wide variety of
contexts integration of the modes of reading, writing, listening, speaking, and viewing and representing as
appropriate
engagement in the integrated study of language and text
HSC Course requires:
the close study of at least vetypes of prescribed text, one drawn from eachof the following
categories: Shakespearean drama; prose ction; drama orlm; poetry; nonction ormedia or
multimedia texts
a wide range of additional related texts and textual forms.
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Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Internal Assessment Weighting
A written examination paper
consisting of:Area of Study 40
Paper 1 (2 hours) 40 (Common course content)
Areas of Study (Common course
content)
Module A 20
Paper 2 (2 Hours) 60 Module B 20
Module A Module C 20
Module B 100
Module C Assessment across the language modes
Listening 15
Speaking 15
Reading 25
Writing 30
Viewing and Representing 15
100 100
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Preliminary English ExtensionHSC English Extension 1 and HSC English Extension 2
1 unit of study for each of Preliminary and HSC
Prerequisites: (a) English Advanced
(b) Preliminary English Extension Course is a prerequisite for HSC English Extension 1 (c) HSC English Extension 1 is prerequisite for HSC English Extension 2
Exclusions: English (Standard); English (ESL)
Course DescriptionIn Preliminary English Extension, students explore how and why texts are valued in and appropriated into
a range of contexts. They consider why some texts may be perceived as culturally signicant.
In HSC English Extension 1, students explore ideas of value and consider how cultural values and systems
of valuation arise.
In HSC English Extension 2, students develop a sustained composition and document their reection on
this process.
Main Topics Covered and course requirements
Preliminary English Extensionrequires students to examine a key text from the past and its manifestationsin one or more popular cultures. Students also explore, analyse and critically evaluate different examples
of such appropriations in a range of contexts and media.
HSC English Extension 1
The course has one section. Students must complete one elective chosen from one of the three
modules offered for study: Module A: Genre; Module B: Texts and Ways of Thinking; Module C:Language and Values.
HSC English Extension 2
Requires completion of a Major Work and a statement of reection.
Assessment: HSC English Extension 1
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A written examination of two hours
duration
50 Module A, B or C 50
Assessment across thelanguage modes:
Speaking and listening 10
Reading and writing 30
Viewing and representing 10
50 50
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Assessment: HSC English Extension 2
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
Submission of Major Work Viva Voce 10
Including a 10001500 word
(maximum) reection statement50 Report 15
Draft version of the Major Work 25
50 50
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Food Technology2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
COURSE DESCRIPTIONStudents will examine the factors that have inuenced food availability and selection in Australia and
investigate current food consumption patterns. Food handling is addressed with an emphasis on ensuringfood safety and managing the sensory characteristics and functional properties of food to produce a
quality product. The role of nutrition in contributing to the health of the individual and the social and
economic future of Australia is explored. The structure of the Australian food industry is outlined and the
operations of one organisation investigated. Production and processing practices are examined and their
impact evaluated. The activities that support food product development are identied and the process
applied in the development of a food product. Contemporary food issues related to nutrition are raised,
investigated and debated.
MAIN TOPICS COVERED:Preliminary Course
Food Availability and Selection
Food Quality
Nutrition
HSC Course
The Australian Food Industry
Food Manufacture
Food Product Development
Contemporary Issues in Nutrition
PARTICULAR COURSE REQUIREMENTSPractical experiences are an integral part of the Food Technology course. These activities include a
variety of hands on practical sessions as well as experimental and excursion work.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination
including:
100 Knowledge and understanding 20
Multiple Choice
Short answers
Extended responses
Research and analysis 20
Experimentation and Preparation 30
Design Implementation and
Evaluation30
100 100
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Geography
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Course DescriptionGeography is the study of the features of the earths surface and related human activity. It is the study
of the many different places, or environments, which make up our world and is described as the why
of where. Geography answers our questions about why places have their particular environmental and
human characteristics; how and why these characteristics vary from place to place; how places are
connected, and how and why they are changing. It helps us make sense of a rapidly changing world and it
explores ways in which we can inuence and manage our planet sustainably. Geography allows students
to explore issues as informed citizens and assists students to develop skills which are applicable to the
world of work.
The Preliminary Coursecovers issues such as coastal management, climate change, global population
growth, refugee movements, natural resource use such as water, shing, minerals as well as the
complexities of cultural integration.
In the HSC coursestudents look at a variety of ecosystems at risk, including coral reefs and alpine, thedevelopment of world cities and the rise of mega cities and the growth of a selected industry such as
viticulture or tourism.
In both courses students learn about the processes involved, the importance of effective management
and the ways in which they can take an active role in shaping future society. They engage in a variety of
activities including eldwork, discussion, debate, forums and role plays.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course Biophysical Interactions
Global ChallengesSenior Geography Project
HSC Course Ecosystems at RiskUrban Places
People and Economic Activity
Key concepts incorporated across all topics: change, environment, sustainability, spatial and ecological
dimensions, interaction, technology, management and cultural integration.
Particular Course RequirementsStudents do notneed to have studied Elective Geography in Years 9 and 10. Students complete a Senior
Geography Project (SGP) in the Preliminary Course and must undertake 12 hours of eldwork in boththe Preliminary and HSC Courses. Students will be required to submit both oral and written geographic
reports.
Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination Knowledge and understanding of
course content
40
Multiple-choice 20 Stimulus based skills 20
Short answers 40 Inquiry and research 20
Extended responses 40
Communication of economic
information, ideas and issues in
appropriate forms
20
100 100
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Ancient History
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Course DescriptionAncient History involves the study of at least two of the following areas: Egypt, The Near East, Greece and
Rome in both the Preliminary and HSC Courses
The Preliminary Courseis structured for students to investigate:
People, groups, events, institutions, societies and historical sites from the Ancient World
Archaeological and Written evidence and the methods used by historians
The HSC Courseallows students to use archaeological and written evidence to investigate a personality
from the ancient world plus three ancient societies/historical periods.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary CourseStudents investigate the past through the study of History, Archaeology and Science.
They then complete at least ONE case study and study at least ONE ancient society, site or source
drawn from an extensive range of topics. Topics for the case study include Tutankhamuns tomb, Masada,
Etruscan tombs, ancient human remains, and Boudicca in Roman Britain. Ancient societies, sites and
sources to be studied may include Alexandra, Persepolis, Early Israel, Greek Drama and Roman Britain.
More topics are outlined in the syllabus.
Students also undertake an independent historical investigation which allows them to pursue a topic of
their own interest in depth.
HSC CourseStudents undertake the study of four major topics. These are drawn from at least two of the following
areas: Egypt, The Near East, Greece and Rome.
Each topic studied is worth 25% of the course.
Part I: Core: Pompeii and Herculaneum
Part II: ONE Ancient Society
Part III: ONE Personality in their time
Part IV: ONE Historical Period
The topic lists for parts II to IV are extensive and can be found at the Board of Studies website in thestage 6, Year 11 and 12 syllabus documents.
Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination in
four parts including short answer
and extended responses
100 The four parts of the course are
assessed through a range of tasks,
including:
100
Tests
Research
Source analysisOral and written communication
100 100
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Modern History
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Course DescriptionThe Preliminary Course is designed to provide students with opportunities to investigate individuals,
groups, events, institutions, societies and ideas in a range of historical contexts. This course forms a
background to, and is a prerequisite for, the HSC Course.
The HSC Courseis designed for students to investigate national and international forces for change and
continuity in the 20thCentury through four major studies.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course
Students complete the study of at least two Case Studies drawn from an extensive number of choices
including: Decolonisation in Indochina, the Decline and Fall of the Romanov dynasty, Civil Rights in the
USA in the 1950s and 1960s, The Boxer Rebellion in China and The Creation of the State of Israel. More
topics can be found in the syllabus.
Students also complete an Independent historical investigation which allows them to pursue a topic of
their own interest in depth.
HSC Course
The course is divided into four major studies:
Part One Core:World War One 1914 1919: A Source-based study
This is the compulsory study for all Modern History students and comprises 25% of the course
Part Two: 20thCentury National Study
At present, students at Roseville study Russia and the Soviet Union, 1917-1941, but other topics mayalso be studied.
This forms 25% of the course
Part Three: A Personality in the Twentieth Century
The personality studied is likely to be linked to either part two or part four, that is, Leon Trotsky, to
complement Russia/Soviet Union, Yasser Arafat to complement the Arab-Israeli Conict or Ho Chi
Minh to complement Conict in Indochina.
Part Four: International Studies in Peace and Conict
Students at Roseville may study conict in Indochina and Arab-Israeli Conict or the Cold War,
although this is subject to change according to the teacher and the class a student is in.
This forms 25% of the course.
Particular Course RequirementsThe Preliminary course is a prerequisite for the HSC course.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination
in four parts including short
answer and extended responses
100
Core national, international and
personality studies are assessed
through a range of tasks, including:
100
Tests
Research
Source analysis
Oral and written communication
100 100
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HSC History Extension
1 unit HSC Board Developed Course
Course DescriptionHSC History Extension involves the study and evaluation of the ideas and processes used by historians
to construct history. In Part I of the course, students investigate the question What is history? throughreadings and through one case study. In Part II students design, research and present their own major
historical inquiry.
Main Topics CoveredPart I: What is History? (60% of course time)
Key questions:
Who are the historians?
What are the aims and purposes of history?
How has history been constructed and recorded over time?
Why have the approaches to history changed over time?
Students will investigate one case study from a selection of ancient, medieval and early modern, modern
and Australian options. At present, students at Roseville study representations of convict women in New
South Wales.
Part II: History Project (40% of course time)
An original piece of historical investigation by the student, which includes a Proposal, Essay,
Bibliography and Process Log.
Particular Course RequirementsA Preliminary Course in Modern or Ancient History is a prerequisite for the HSC History Extension course.
Students must be studying concurrently, or have completed, the HSC course in Ancient History and/or
Modern History.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A two-hour written examination
comprising TWO questions, both
compulsory.
Assessment Tasks 10
Question 1: one compulsory essay
question in relation to aspects of
what is history?, based on an
unseen passage as stimulus.
25
History Project comprising:
Proposal
Essay
Bibliograph
Process Log
40
Question 2: one compulsory essay
question, which requires students
to analyse an historiographical
issue with specic reference to
their case study.
25
50 50
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Information Processes and Technology (IPT)
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Course DescriptionWe live in a technological age. Computers and their associated technologies are now integral to all
professions.
This course teaches students about information-based systems. Information systems and the role they play
in society have increased in signicance in recent years. The raw ingredients information, information
technology and participants combine to form information processes, for example, collecting, organising,
analysing, processing and displaying) within information systems. Information systems underpin all work
environments.
The Information Processes and Technology Syllabus provides signicant scope for project work, which will
be the key means of satisfying syllabus outcomes. The syllabus is presented as separate topics, including
a topic on the completion of project work. When projects are undertaken, relevant syllabus content from
other areas of the syllabus are incorporated and applied. However, the course is not just about projectsand using applications, it is about studying and understanding computer based information systems.
This course also has a major focus on social and ethical issues arising from the use of technology. Different
types of information systems are studied including Multimedia Information Systems, Communication
Information Systems, and Database and Hypermedia Information systems
Main Syllabus Topics to be Covered
Preliminary Course HSC Course
Introduction to Information Skills and Systems Project Management
Tools for Information Processes Information Systems and Databases
Developing Information Systems Communication Systems
Option Strands
Students will select two of the following options:
Transaction Processing Systems
Decision Support Systems
Automated Manufacturing Systems
Multimedia Systems
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Particular Course RequirementsThere is no prerequisite study for the 2 unit Preliminary course. Completion of the 2 unit Preliminary
course is a prerequisite to the study of the 2 unit HSC course.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three-hour written examination
comprising
100 Project Work 20
Information Systems and Databases 20
Communication Systems 20
Option Strand (2 of the following) 40
Transaction Processing
Decision Support Systems
Automated Manufacturing Systems
Multimedia Systems
100 100
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French Continuers
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC, with the option of a 1 unit Extension course for the HSC Board
Developed Course
Prerequisites: School Certicate French or equivalent knowledge is assumed.
Exclusions: French Beginners
Course DescriptionThe Preliminary and HSC courses have, as their organisational focuses, themes and associated topics.
Students skills in, and knowledge of, French will be developed through tasks associated with a range of
texts and text types, which reect the themes and topics. Students will also gain an insight into the culture
and language of French-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.
Main Topics CoveredThemes
the individual topics such as personal identity, relationships, family, friends, school life and
aspirations, leisure and interests, health and sport are explored through a variety of texts such as lm,
short story, song, newspaper article, documentary.
the French-speaking communities topics such as daily lifestyles, routines, city and country life, arts
and entertainment are explored through the variety of texts mentioned above.
the changing world topics such as travel and tourism, the world of work, careers and occupations,
men and women in the workplace, current issues and youth cultures are explored through the variety
of texts mentioned above.
Students language skills are developed through tasks such as:
conversation
responding to an aural stimulus
responding to a variety of written material
writing for a variety of purposes
studying French culture through a variety of texts
Particular Course Requirements: None
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A ten minute oral 20 Speaking 20
Conversation Listening and responding 25
A three hour written examination: Reading and responding 40
Listening and responding 25 Writing in French 15
Reading and responding
Part A 25
Part B 15
Writing in French 15
100 100
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HSC French Extension
1 unit for HSC Board Developed Course
Prerequisites: The French Continuers course is a prerequisite.
Co-requisites: The French Continuers course is a co-requisite.
Exclusions: None
Course Description
The organisational focus of the French Extension course is the theme: the individual and contemporary
society. A number of issues that exemplify aspects of the theme are prescribed for study. Students engage
with the issues through the study of a prescribed text and related texts.
Main Topics covered
Prescribed Text
Film NeuiIly sa mere! (NeuillyYo Mamal)2009
Director: Gabriel Julien-Laferriere, Producers: Jamel Bensalah, Isaac Charry, Classication: M
Prescribed Issues
The impact of social class
social inequality
importance of social standing for individuals and groups
acceptance/rejection of others
Issues of Tolerance
racism and prejudice
immigration stereotypes
Relationships
family
community
school
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
Oral Examination Speaking skills 10
Monologue 10 Analysis of written text 20
A two hour written examination: Creative response to written text in 10
French and English
Response to prescribed text Writing skills 10
Part A 15
Part B 10
Writing in French 15
50 50
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German Continuers
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC, with the option of a 1 unit Extension course for the HSC Board
Developed Course
Prerequisites: School Certicate German or equivalent knowledge is assumed.
Exclusions: German Beginners
Course DescriptionThe Preliminary and HSC courses have, as their organisational focuses, themes and associated topics.
Students skills in, and knowledge of, German will be developed through tasks associated with a range of
texts and text types, which reect the themes and topics. Students will also gain an insight into the culture
and language of German-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.
Main Topics Covered
Themes
the individual topics such as personal identity, relationships, family, friends, school life and
aspirations, leisure and interests, sport are explored through a variety of texts such as lm, short
story, song, newspaper article, documentary.
the German-speaking communities topics such as daily lifestyles, routines, city and country life, arts
and entertainment are explored through the variety of texts mentioned above.
the changing world topics such as travel and tourism, the world of work, careers and occupations,
men and women in the workplace, current issues and youth cultures are explored through the variety
of texts mentioned above.
Students language skills are developed through tasks such as:
conversation
responding to an aural stimulus
responding to a variety of written material
writing for a variety of purposes
studying German culture through a variety of texts
Particular Course Requirements: None
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A ten minute oral 20 Speaking 20
Conversation Listening and responding 25
A three hour written examination: Reading and responding 40
Listening and responding 25 Writing in German 15
Reading and responding
Part A 25
Part B 15
Writing in German 15
100 100
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HSC German Extension
1 unit for HSC Board Developed Course
Prerequisites: The German Continuers course is a prerequisite.
Co-requisites: The German Continuers course is a co-requisite.
Exclusions: None
Course DescriptionThe organisational focus of the German Extension course is the theme: the individual and contemporary
society. A number of issues that exemplify aspects of the theme are prescribed for study. Students engage
with the issues through the study of a prescribed text and related texts.
Main Topics covered
Theme
Text type: FilmTitle: Am Ende kommen Touristen (And Along Come Tourists) 2007
Director: Robert Thalheim
Producers: Hans-Christian Schmid, Britta Knller
Classication: PG
Prescribed Issues
How we communicate with others
intergenerational dialogue
language as a tool
how young people communicate
Impact of the past on the present
coming to terms with ones past
resilience of the human spirit
personal and national identity
Relationships
prejudice versus acceptance
dealing with authority
Particular Course Requirements: NoneAssessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
Oral Examination Speaking skills 10
Monologue 10 Analysis of written text 20
A two hour written examination: Creative response to written text 10
in German and English
Response to prescribed text 15 Writing skills 10
Part A 10
Part B 15
Writing in German
50 50
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Japanese Continuers
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC, with the option of a 1 unit Extension course for the HSC Board
Developed Course
Prerequisites: School Certicate Japanese or equivalent knowledge is assumed.
Exclusions: Japanese Beginners; Japanese Background Speakers.Other eligibility rules apply
to the study of this subject.
Check with your teacher or the Boards ACE Manual.
Course DescriptionThe Preliminary and HSC courses have, as their organisational focuses, themes and associated topics.
Students skills in, and knowledge of, Japanese will be developed through tasks associated with a range of
texts and text types, which reect the themes and topics. Students will also gain an insight into the culture
and language of Japanese-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.
Main Topics CoveredThemes
the individual
the Japanese-speaking communities
the changing world
Students language skills are developed through tasks such as:
conversation
responding to an aural stimulus
responding to a variety of written material
writing for a variety of purposes
studying Japanese culture through texts
Particular Course Requirements: None
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A ten minute oral 20 Speaking 20
Conversation Listening and responding 25
A three hour written examination: Reading and responding 40
Listening and responding 25 Writing in Japanese 15
Reading and responding
Part A 15
Part B 15
Writing in Japanese 25
100 100
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HSC Japanese Extension
1 unit for HSC Board Developed Course
Prerequisites: The Japanese Continuers course is a prerequisite.
Co-requisites: The Japanese Continuers course is a co-requisite.
Exclusions: None
Course DescriptionThe organisational focus of the Japanese Extension course is the theme: the individual and contemporary
society. A number of issues that exemplify aspects of the theme are prescribed for study. Students engage
with the issues through the study of a prescribed text and related texts.
Main Topics covered
Theme
Prescribed text
Text type: FilmTitle: Okuribito (Departures0 2008
Director: Youjirou Takita
Producers: Toshiaki Nakazawa, Toshihisa Watai
Classication: M
Prescribed Issues
Coping with change
pressures on the individual
hopes and dreams versus reality
personal growthThe place of traditions in modern society
maintaining traditions
urban versus rural lifestyle
economic inuences
Connectedness
relationships
power of attachment
self-fullment
Particular Course Requirements: NoneAssessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
Oral Examination Speaking skills 10
Monologue 10 Analysis of written text 15
A two hour written examination: Response to written text 10
Writing skills 15
Response to prescribed text
Part A 15
Part B 10
Writing in Japanese 15
50 50
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Legal Studies
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Course DescriptionLegal Studies develops students knowledge, understanding and critical thinking skills in relation to the
legal system and its effectiveness in promoting a just and fair society, with a view to empowering studentsto participate effectively as citizens at the local, national and international level.
The subject offers excellent preparation for life skills through an understanding of the legal system, its
principles, structures, institutions and processes.
Legal Studies allows students to acquire skills in analysis, independent research and the development of
coherent arguments. Such skills are foundational in their preparation of education, training and employment.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course
Part 1 The Legal System
Students develop an understanding of the nature and functions of law through the examination of the
law-making processes and institutions.
Part 2 The Individual and the Law
Students investigate the way in which the law impacts on individuals by referring to legal and non-
legal institutions, laws, rights, and media reports.
Part 3 Law in Practice
Students investigate contemporary issues that illustrate how the law operates in practice.
HSC Course
Part 1 CrimeStudents investigate criminal law, processes and institutions and the tension between community
interests and individual rights and freedom.
Part 2 Human Rights
Students investigate human rights and assess the extent to which the legal system embodies and
promotes human rights.
Part 3 Options
1. Indigenous Peoples
2. World Order
Students investigate the effectiveness of the law in achieving justice through the study of World Order
and Global Indigenous Peoples.
Particular Course RequirementsStudents do notneed to have studied Commerce in Years 9 and 10.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
A three hour written examination,
including multiple-choice, short
answer and extended response
questions
100 Knowledge and Understanding 60
Research 20
Communication 20
100 100
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General Mathematics
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Prerequisites: The course is constructed on the assumption that students have achieved the
outcomes in the core of the Mathematics 5.2 course.
Exclusions: Students may not study any other Stage 6 Mathematics course in conjunction with
General Mathematics.
Course Description
General Mathematics focuses on mathematical skills and techniques, which have direct application to
everyday activity. The course content is divided into ve areas of study: Financial Mathematics; Data and
Statistics; Measurement; Probability; Algebraic Modelling. The emphasis is on specic skills and on tasks
that involve integrating skills and techniques across a range of familiar and unfamiliar situations. These
tasks draw from more than one area of study and encourage the transfer of knowledge across the entire
course.
The course provides an appropriate mathematical background for students who are wishing to continue
mathematics at school but who do not wish to pursue it formally at a tertiary level.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course
Financial Mathematics
Data and Statistics
Measurement
Probability
Algebraic Modelling Focus studies: Mathematics and Communication,
Mathematics and Driving
HSC (Course 2)
Financial Mathematics
Data and Statistics
Measurement
Probability
Algebraic Modelling Focus studies:
Mathematics and Health,
Mathematics and Resources
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
HSC (Course 2)
A single written examination paper of
2.5 hours consisting of two sections.
Section 1 will have 25 multiple choice
questions. Section 2 will have ve
questions, each worth 15 marks and
will consist of a number of short-
answer parts.
Calculators that meet Board
requirements, may be used.
100 A variety of assessment
tasks across all of the
content of the course.
Once the assessmentof the HSC course has
commenced, some
Preliminary course work can
be included in assessment
tasks for General
Mathematics Course 2.
No more than 30% of the
assessment is to be based
on the Preliminary course.
100
100 100
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Mathematics
2 unitsfor each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Prerequisites: The course is constructed on the assumption that students have achieved the
outcomes in the core of the Mathematics 5.3 course.
Exclusions: General Mathematics
Course DescriptionThis course is intended for those students who have demonstrated competency and mastery in the skills
of Stage 5 Mathematics. The course aims to give students an understanding of and competence in some
further aspects of mathematics, which are applicable to the real world.
The content of this course builds upon the Number, Measurement, Algebra, Geometry and Chance (note
that Data is not included) strands studied in Stage 5 Mathematics. The course is a sufcient basis for
further studies in mathematics as a minor discipline at tertiary level and as a support for courses such as
life sciences and commerce.
Main Topics CoveredPreliminary Course
Basic arithmetic and algebra
Real functions
Trigonometric ratios
Linear functions
The quadratic polynomial and the parabola
Plane geometry
Tangent to a curve and derivative of a function
Series
HSC Course
Coordinate methods in geometry
Applications of geometrical properties
Geometrical applications of differentiation
Integration
Logarithmic and exponential functions
Applications of calculus to the physical world
Probability
Series applications Trigonometric functions
External Assessment Internal Assessment
A single written examination paper of 3 hours
duration, consisting of ten multiple choice and six
free response questions worth 15 marks each.
Questions from the Preliminary course could
represent a minor part of a total question. Marks
can be awarded for demonstration of knowledgeand skills from the Preliminary course (or earlier)
when required for questions on the HSC course.
That is, questions based on the Preliminary
course can be asked when they lead in to
questions based on topics from the HSC course.
Board-approved calculators, geometrical
instruments and approved geometrical templates
may be used.
The objectives of the course are grouped
into two components, Component A and
Component B, for assessment purposes.
Component A (50%) is primarily concerned
with the students knowledge, understanding
and skills developed in each Content Area
listed in the syllabus. Component B (50%)
is primarily concerned with the students
reasoning, interpretative, explanatory and
communicative abilities. A number of tasks will
be used to determine a students school-based
assessment and any one task may contribute
to measuring attainment of both components.
Once the assessment of the HSC course
has commenced, some Preliminary course
work can be included in assessment tasks
for Mathematics. No more than 20% of the
assessment is to be based on the Preliminary
course.
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Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1HSC Mathematics Extension 1
1 unit in each of Preliminary (Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1) and HSC Board Developed Course
Prerequisites: The course is constructed on the assumption that students have achieved the
outcomes in the core of the Mathematics 5.3 course, along with the recommended options.Exclusions: General Mathematics
Course DescriptionThe content of this course, which includes the whole of the Mathematics course, indicate that it is intended
for those students who have demonstrated superior mastery of the skills of Stage 5 Mathematics and
who are interested in the study of further skills and ideas in mathematics. This course is a recommended
minimum basis for further studies in mathematics as a major discipline at a tertiary level and for the study
of mathematics in support of the physical and engineering sciences.
Main Topics Covered
Preliminary Course
Other inequalities
Circle geometry
Further trigonometry
Angles between two lines
Internal and external division of lines into given
ratios
Parametric representation
Permutations and combinations
Polynomial
Harder applications of the PreliminaryMathematics course
HSC Course
Methods of integration
Primitive of sin2xand cos 2x
Equation dNdt = k(N-P)
Velocity and acceleration as a function ofx
Projectile motion
Simple harmonic motion
Inverse functions and inverse trigonometric
functions
Induction
Binomial theorem Further probability
Iterative methods for numerical estimation of the
roots of a polynomial equation
Harder applications of HSC Mathematics topics
External Assessment Internal Assessment
Two written examination papers. One paper is
identical to the paper of three hours duration for the
Mathematics course. The other paper, of two hours
duration, is based on the Mathematics Extension 1
course and consists of ten multiple choice and 4 free
response questions of 15 marks each.
Questions from the Preliminary course will be short
and represent a minor part of a total question. Marks
can be awarded for demonstration of knowledge and
skills from the Preliminary course (or earlier) when
required for questions on the HSC course. That is,
questions based on the Preliminary course can be
asked when they lead in to questions based on topics
from the HSC course.
Board-approved calculators, geometrical instruments
and approved geometrical templates may be used.
The objectives of the course are grouped into two
components, A and B, for assessment purposes.
Component A (50%) is primarily concerned with
the students knowledge, understanding and skills
developed in each Content Area listed in the syllabus.
Component B (50%) is primarily concerned with
the students reasoning, interpretative, explanatory
and communicative abilities. A number of tasks
will be used to determine a students school-based
assessment and any one task may contribute to
measuring attainment of both components.
School assessment for the HSC Mathematics
Extension 1 course can be based on the whole of the
course (Preliminary and HSC courses). Assessment
for this course does not begin until the school programof HSC assessments for other subjects begins in
Term 4 of Year 11.
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HSC Mathematics Extension 2
1 unit for the HSC Board Developed Course
The course is designed for students with a special interest in mathematics who have shown that they
possess special aptitude for the subject. This course will begin in Term 4 of Year 11 and continue through
Year 12.
Exclusions: General Mathematics
Course Description
The course offers a suitable preparation for the study of mathematics at tertiary level, as well as a deeper
and more extensive treatment of certain topics than is offered in other Mathematics courses. A distinctly
high level of mathematical skill is required as well as a high degree of understanding of algebra and
calculus.
The course content includes the entire Mathematics course, the entire Mathematics Extension I course as
well as the topics of: Graphs: Complex Numbers: Conics: Integration: Volumes: Mechanics: Polynomials:
Harder Mathematics Extension I.
Main Topics Covered Graphs
Complex Numbers
Conics
Integration
Volumes
Mechanics
Polynomials
Harder Mathematics Extension 1 Topics
External Assessment Internal Assessment
Two written examination papers. One paper is
identical to the paper of two hours duration for the
Mathematics Extension 1 course. The other paper
is based on the Mathematics Extension 2 course
and is of three hours duration.
Board-approved calculators, geometrical
instruments and approved geometrical templatesmay be used.
The objectives of the course are grouped into
two components, Component A and Component
B, for assessment purposes. Component A
(50%) is primarily concerned with the students
knowledge, understanding and skills developed
in each Content Area listed in the syllabus.
Component B (50%) is primarily concerned
with the students reasoning, interpretative,explanatory and communicative abilities. A
number of tasks will be used to determine
a students school-based assessment and
any one task may contribute to measuring
attainment of both components.
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Music 1
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Prerequisites: Music mandatory course (or equivalent)Exclusions: Music 2
Course DescriptionMusic 1 is designed for students who have a love of music and diverse musical backgrounds and musical
interests. The course caters for students who are interested in creative activities such as performance,
composition or musicology research and provides the option to major in one or more of these electives in
Year 12. Prior theoretical knowledge is not a prerequisite and consequently students are able to take this
course without having studied Music in years 9 and 10.
Main Topics CoveredStudents study three topics in each year of the course. Topics are chosen from a list of 21 which cover a
range of styles, periods and genres.
Particular Course RequirementsHSC Course
In addition to core studies in performance, composition, musicology and aural, students select three
electives from any combination of performance, composition and musicology. These electives must
represent eachof the three topics studied in the course.
Students selecting Composition electives will be required to compile a portfolio of work as part of the
process of preparing a submitted work. The portfolio may be requested by the Board of Studies to validate
authorship of the submitted work.
Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
Core Performance (one piece) 20 Core Performance 10
A 45 minute one hour aural exam 30 Core Composition 10
Electives: Core Musicology 10
Core Aural 25
Three electives from any
combination of: Performance (one
piece)
Composition (one submitted
composition)
Musicology (one viva voce)
Elective 1 20 Elective 1 15
Elective 2 20 Elective 2 15
Elective 3 20 Elective 3 15
110
(mark
converted to
100)
100
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Music 2
2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course
Prerequisites: Music Additional Study course (or equivalent)
Exclusions: Music 1
Course DescriptionThe Music 2 course provides students with the opportunity to build on knowledge, and skills gainedin Music 7-10. Through the learning experiences of performance, composition, musicology and aural,
students explore a range of musical styles.
Main Topics CoveredStudents study one Mandatory Topic covering a range of content and one Additional Topic in each year of
the course. In the Preliminary course, the Mandatory Topic is Music 16001900.
In the HSC course, the Mandatory Topic is Music of the Last 25 Years (Australian focus).
Particular Course RequirementsIn addition to core studies in performance, composition, musicology and aural, students nominate one
elective study in Performance, Composition or Musicology. Students selecting Composition or Musicology
electives will be required to compile a portfolio of work as part of the process of preparing a submitted
work. The portfolio may be requested by the Board of Studies to validate authorship of the submitted work.
All students will be required to develop a composition portfolio for the core composition.
Assessment: HSC course only
External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting
Core Performance (one piece
reecting the mandatory topic)15 Performance 20
Sight singing 5 Composition 20
Core composition (reecting
mandatory topic)15 Musicology 20
Aural 20
A one and a half hour written
examination paper
One elective from
Performance or
Composition or
Musicology
20
Musicology/aural skills 35
One Elective representing the
Additional Topic 130
Performance (2 pieces) or
One Submitted composition or
One Submitted essay
100 100
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HSC Music Extension
1 unit/60 hour cou