Subject Nameaccounting

Subject NameAccounting

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Subject Name: BIOLOGY

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Unit 3:Signatures of life

Unit 4:Continuity and change

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Subject Name:Business Management

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Subject Name: CHEMISTRY

Year Level: 12 Units:3 4

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Subject Name:CLASSICAL STUDIES

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 &4

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Subject NameEnglish

Year Level 12 Units 3 & 4

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Subject NameEnglish as a Second Language

Year Level 12 Units 3 & 4

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Subject Name:English Language

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

Introduction

Language is central to human life. Learning about language helps us to understand ourselves and the world in which we live. Language is the cornerstone of social cohesion.

This study aims to combine learning about the nature of language in human thought and communication with learning how to use English more effectively and creatively. It is informed by the discipline of linguistics and integrates a systematic exploration of the nature of the English language. Students develop skills in the description and analysis of a diverse range of spoken and written English texts.

Unit 3 looks at some of the big ideas about language, the history and use of Australian English and how people use English to interact with one another.

Unit 4 focuses on spoken text and written text

A knowledge of how language functions helps develop skills useful in any field in which attention is paid explicitly to language, such as communications, communication disorders, pre-school and primary education, foreign language and English teaching. These skills are central to areas such as psychology, cognitive science, computer science, sociology and philosophy.

Unit 3:Language in society

Unit 4:Texts in their Australian contexts

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Subject Name:Further Mathematics

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Subject Name:Health & Human Development

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Unit 3: Australia’s Health

Unit 4: Global Health and Human development

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Subject Name:History - Australian

Year Level: 12Units: 3 & 4

Introduction

History is the practice of understanding and making meaning of the past. It is a synthesising discipline which draws upon most elements of human knowledge and experience. Different perspectives of the past are contrasted to highlight the challenge in interpreting the past. Students learn about their personal and shared historical pasts, ideas and events that have shaped present societies and cultures, and clues about future directions
Australia is demonstrated to be a dynamic “story” in which change has been driven by internal and global factors. The value of studying this history cannot be underestimated in terms of developing academic skills necessary at tertiary level, and in terms of better understanding of the society that has and is shaping us all.

Unit 3: Imagining Australia

There are two areas of studies for this unit.

1. A new land: The Port Phillip District(colony of Victoria) 1830-1860

This topic covers the colonisation of our part of Australia which in a remarkable short time span had become a global leader in establishing a flourishing democratic culture and institutions. The motives and ideas propelling this colonisation are examined in conjunction to the impact upon the indigenous communities.

1. Nation, Race and Citizen 1888-1914

This topic examines the ideas, personalities and events that created the federation and once achieved how this new nation was to define itself. The rights and responsibilities of citizens were to be shaped by ideas of race, gender and class to produce what was described as the “Australian settlement” by the time of the Great War

Unit 4: Australian history

There are two area of studies for this unit:

1. Testing the new nation 1914-1950

This topic selects the crisis of World War II that confronted Australians with a struggle for national survival. The response of Australians on the home front are examined, in conjunction with the “friendly invasion” of US troops and changing relationship with Britain

1. Debating Australia’s future 1960-2000

Immigration has been an issue which has caused considerable debate, and the removal of the white Australia policy is examined from this period. The emergence of multiculturalism as policy and reality is examined in the wake of the Indo-Chinese refugee crisis of the late seventies.

Extra Information

• There are two classes of two hours duration per week
• Homework outside classtime is vital, which involves completing out of class reading and questions
• While no prerequisite is necessary sound writing skills are an advantage.
• Acquiring and reading a general history of Australia will provide you with an advantage in appreciating the value of different topics as we work through them
• Being prepared to discuss past and even current issues facing Australia will also be an advantage to success
• Being organised with handouts, notes and time management is vital
• This subject when contrasted with others sits on the mean (ie your enter score neither falls nor rises)

Assessment

There is a two hour end of the year exam worth 50% of subject’s score.
The other 50% comprises School Assessed Coursework tasks (SACs).
There are four major SACs. All must be completed to successfully pass the subject as well as meeting the minimum attendance requirements

Subject NameHistory - Revolutions

Year Level 12 Units 3 & 4

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Subject NameInformation Technology Applications

Year Level 12Units: 3 & 4

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Subject Name:International Studies

Year Level: 12Units: 3 & 4

Introduction

International Studies explores contemporary international issues. It involves examining global issues such as poverty, environmental challenges, economic shifts, nature of conflicts within the broader concepts such as globalisation and internationalism, as well as terrorism and hegemony. The nature of power exercised by states, particularly within the Asia-Pacific region is analysed. And finally through Australia’s interaction with the region and on the global stage, an appreciation for the forces shaping not only the nations “life” but also its citizens is developed.
The value in studying this subject is that it provides an introduction to a range of tertiary courses in the social sciences, and therefore opening into highly valued career pathways

Unit 3: Global issues and conflicts

There are two area of studies for this unit

1. Globalisation and Internationalism

In this topic we examine these key concepts through detailed case studies such as climate change and the millennium development goals, as well as the magnitude of the global financial crisis

1. Global conflicts

In this topic we examine conflict since the end of the cold war, and particularly since the September 11 terrorist attacks on the US. The conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan are a major focus of this topic

Unit 4: International Relations

There are two area of studies for this unit

1. Power in the Asia-Pacific Region

In this topic we examine the nature of power and the concept of the national interest with a particular focus on the Asia –Pacific region. Central to the regions progress is the rise of China and India and what this entails for the other states within this region

1. .Australian foreign policy

This topic focus is on how Australia has positioned itself over time and more recently in meeting the range of challenges covered in previous topics. Security, economic position, and internationalist agendas are examined and to what extent Australia has been effective in handling these challenges.

Extra Information

• There are two classes of two hour duration per week
• Additional study must be completed outside classtime, not only in preparation for the SACs
• While it’s not mandatory to have studied International Politics or a year 11 twentieth history course, it’s an advantage. A genuine desire to learn about international events can overcome not having studied these courses at a earlier level
• An interest in current events through the regular reading of newspapers or interest in documentaries on global issues also is an advantage. Active discussion is highly valued
• Organised skills in managing notes and readings is essential
• When compared with other subjects, ENTERstudy scores regularly rises a couple of points

Assessment

There is a two hour end of the year exam worth 50%.
The other 50% comprised of School Assessed Coursework tasks (SACs).
All SACs must be completed successfully as well as meeting the minimum attendance requirements to pass this subject

Subject Name: LEGAL STUDIES

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

Introduction

Unit 3: Law making

Unit 4: Dispute Resolution

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Subject NameLiterature

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Subject Name: MATHEMATICAL METHODS

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Subject Name:MEDIA

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Unit 3: Narrative and Media Production Design

Unit 4: Media Process, Social Values and Media Influence

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Subject Name:National Politics

Year Level: 12Units: 3 & 4

Introduction

National Politics offers the students the opportunity to critically examine the Australian political system, including comparing it with the American. The evaluation of Australia’s and US is based upon their ability to meet key democratic ideals and philosophies. In addition this course involves examining policy issues both domestic and foreign, focusing on who and what are the key shakers and movers in determining what policies the Australia government adopts.
The value in studying politics is the way it encourages students to engage in the democratic system and processes. This is in fact a key aspect of a political systems claim to fulfilling democratic values. In addition an understanding of politics is fundamental to many academic and career pathways, particularly in relation to government(s)

Unit 3: Democracy in the making

There are two area of studies for this unit

1. Washington to Canberra

This topic in contrasting the Australian and American political systems aims to address the question of which system better fulfils democratic values and ideals. Despite both systems having been heavily influenced by the UK’s, they represent two very different approaches to meeting democratic principles and ideals.

1. Continuity and change

This topic critically evaluates Australia’s current political structures, particularly in relation to the Constitution, electoral system and parliamentary practice. Hence issues including, becoming a republic, human rights charters, electoral reforms and parliamentary performances are evaluated in terms of better fulfilling democratic values

Unit 4: The Challenge of power

There are two area of studies for this unit

1. People and policy

The focus of this topic is to evaluate the various factors and forces behind a current domestic policy, including the role of the media. Policies that have been the focus include changes in indigenous policies, refugees, emissions trading schemes, and in education

1. Contemporary foreign policy

This topic looks at the difference between domestic and foreign policy making, and evaluates current developments in foreign policy, particularly in regards to our near neighbours. A relationship of regular interest is between Australia and Indonesia.

Extra Information

• There are two classes of two hour duration per week
• Additional study outside class is expected, and not only in preparation for the SACs
• Completing International politics is not mandatory, although highly valued
• Must pay regular attention to current political developments. Must be a regular viewer of the media on current political developments if to have a highly successful year
• Must be organised in managing notes and additional readings
• When compared to other subjects, ENTER study scores regularly rise at least three points

Assessment

There is a two hour end of the year exam worth 50% of year’s work, with the other 50% comprising School Assessed Coursework tasks (SACs). All SACs must be completed successfully as well as meeting the minimum attendance requirements to pass this subject

Subject Name:PHILOSOPHY

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Subject Name:PHYSICS

Year Level:12 Units: 34

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Subject Name:PSYCHOLOGY

Year Level: 12 Units:3 4

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Subject Name: SOCIOLOGY

Year Level 12 Units 3 & 4

Introduction

Unit 3: Community, culture and society

Unit 4: Citizenship and globalisation

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Subject NameSPECIALIST MATHEMATICS

Year Level 12 Units 3 & 4

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Subject Name: Studio Arts

Year Level: 12 Units:3 & 4

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Unit 3: Studio Production & Professional Art Practices

Unit 4: Studio Production & Art Industry Contexts

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Satisfactory Completion: demonstrated achievement of the set of outcomes specified for the unit.

School- assessed Tasks & examination:

Unit 3 School-assessed task: 33 per cent

Unit 4 School-assessed task: 33 per cent

End of year examination: 34 per cent

Subject Name:VISUAL Communication & Design

Year Level: 12 Units: 3 & 4

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Unit 3: Visual Communication Practices

Unit 4: Designing to a Brief

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