AUTHORITY SUBJECTS

Ancient History, Art, Biological Science, Chemistry, Dance, Drama, English, Film and Television, Geography, Information Processing  & Technology, Physical  Education, Indonesian, Legal Studies, Music, Multi-strand Science, Physics, Mathematics A,  Mathematics B, Mathematics C.

 AUTHORITY REGISTERED / VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SUBJECTS

Business, Industrial Skills - Computer Graphics, Computer Studies, Early Childhood Practices, English Communication,  Hospitality Practices, Industrial Skills - Furnishings, Industrial Skills  - Engineering, Tourism, Recreation and Outdoor Education, Trade & Business Mathematics.

The subjects offered in Years 11 and 12 for the Senior Certificate fall into the  above 2 categories:

Authority Subjects:  These  are used to determine offers for tertiary entrance (i.e. universities,  university colleges and some TAFE courses).  They are reasonably difficult  subjects so if students can not achieve soundly in a Year 10 subject, then they will probably find the equivalent Board subject in Year 11 quite  difficult.                                                                                 

Authority  Registered / Study Area Specifications:  These  subjects appear on the Senior Certificate but do not contribute to  tertiary entrance.  Students not intending to go to  university should consider choosing some of these subjects because they usually have a greater practical component and less theory.  They may serve as a useful  introduction to, and carry credit towards, some TAFE courses or  apprenticeships.  They are  useful for many employment aspects.  Through these subjects students can undertake structured industry  placement and gain on the job competencies.