Students prepare and perform ensemble and/or solo works to develop technical control, expression and stylistic understanding on their chosen instrument/sound source. They create (arrange, compose or improvise) short music exercises that reflect their understanding of the organisation of music. Students develop knowledge of music language concepts as they analyse and respond to a range of music and focus on the way music can be used to create an intended effect.
VCE: Unit 1 & 2
Learning Activities & Assessment
Performances of at least two works, including at least one ensemble/group work
Complete a technical demonstration and discussion of challenges presented in works
Aural, oral, written and practical tasks
Composition and/or improvisation exercises and accompanying discussion
Prerequisites
There are no VCAA prerequisites for entry to Units 1, 2 and 3. However, the school prerequisites are as follows:
Evidence of instrumental music lessons, if a student has not studied music prior
Evidence of music experience in another school setting
Highly encouraged they take instrumental music classes whilst studying music
Is another language other than English your first language or dialect? Do you require additional support with English? English as an Additional Language (EAL) is designed to meet the needs of students with a wide range of expectations and aspirations, including those for whom English is an additional language. You will be equipped with critical and creative thinking, aesthetic appreciation and creativity. You will engage with texts from the contemporary world and the past, and using texts from Australia and other cultures.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Critically analyse written and spoken texts
Create pieces of writing in a range of styles and forms
Analyse the ways spoken and visual language is used to persuade
Apply written and spoken skills to a range of creative, analytical and media texts
Complete classwork and final exams to demonstrate competence and confidence in writing and speaking for different purposes
Do you like interacting with the natural environment? Are you adventurous? Studying Outdoor and Environmental Studies will enable you to make critically informed comments on questions of environmental sustainability, as well as, you’ll understand the importance of environmental health, particularly in local contexts. Through both passive and active outdoor activities, you will develop experiential knowledge of outdoor environments. This is further enhanced through the complex interplay between outdoor environment and humans including environmental history, ecology and the social studies of human relationships with nature.
Unit 1: Examines how humans connect with outdoor environments and why these connections are important. Throughout the unit we learn about our place within outdoor environments and learn safe and sustainable participation in outdoor experiences.
Unit 2: Focuses on the different ways to understand outdoor environments and the impact of humans on outdoor environments. We also learn about planning trips and learning about the weather and minimal impact strategies.
Unit 3: Focuses on the ecological, historical and social contexts of relationships between humans and outdoor environments in Australia. Including the changes over time, from historical time periods to modern day contexts.
Unit 4: Explores the sustainable use and management of outdoor environments. Observing and assessing the health of outdoor environments and considering the importance of this health for the future of Australian outdoor environments and the Australian population.
Students have the opportunity to attend one (3-4 day) outdoor trip / experience each term, which directly links to the Unit 1-4 coursework and requirements. These trips include kayaking, hiking, abseiling, caving, skiing, canoeing, surfing, canyoning, rock climbing and white water rafting.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Explore some of the ways in which people understand and relate to nature through experiences of the outdoor environment
Explore what motivates individuals towards outdoor environments and experiences, how people interact with the outdoor environment
Develop adventure skills in rock climbing, snow camping, skiing and boarding, bushwalking, horse riding or surfing including termly overnight/s outdoor activities
Investigate the ecological, historical and social effects of people on the Australian environment
Explore the sustainable use and management of outdoor environments
FAQ’s & Myth Busters
Will I miss too much school if I study Outdoor & Environmental Studies?
OED trips are only once a term for 3 to 4 days duration. In fact, the student who received the third highest ATAR score for 2019 did all the OED trips (as well as being involved in many of the sports teams).
Outdoor & Environmental Studies is too expensive
Whilst some trips do cost up to $300 there are always lower-cost options and payment plans available. Even the more expensive trips do offer excellent value for money. For example, the four-day surfing trip offered to Unit 2 students includes three surfing sessions, one surf kayak session, all gear and wetsuits, professional instruction, meals, accommodation and transport – all for approx. $300.
Do I need a lot of expensive gear to do outdoor & Environment Studies?
At the College, we have a large range of outdoor adventure gear that can be borrowed for adventure trips. You only have to have a good sleeping bag and we recommend that you buy thermals for the colder months’ activities.
Do you love playing sport and learning about movement? Are you interested in health, wellbeing and the human body? Studying Physical Education will equip you with strong communication skills and provides you with practical activities to examine the core concepts that underpin movement and that influence performance and participation in physical activity, sport and exercise. You will also examine how behavioural, psychological, environmental and sociocultural factors influence performance and participation in physical activity.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Explore physical activity, sport and exercise, and the enablers and barriers to movement
Investigate the musculoskeletal system
Participate in a range of physical activities
Participate in and understand a range of fundamental movement skills (FMS)
Are you interested in the Theatre? Interested in Arts and Culture? In Theatre Studies you interpret scripts from the pre-modern era to the present day and produce theatre for audiences. Through practical and theoretical engagement with scripts, you look at the origins and development of theatre and the influences of theatre on cultures and societies. Also, you will be able to work in the production roles of actor, director and designer, to create scripted theatre for an audience.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Interpret a script across two production roles and present performance
Explain how a script could be interpreted for performance
Are you interested in creating designs for a purpose? Are you creative and like to design places and images that engage an audience? By studying Visual Communication & Design you will engage in a range of activities to develop technical drawing skills (manual and digital), learn how to apply the design process and develop a sense of design aesthetics. You will use a range of drawing equipment and work with computer design programs like Photoshop, Illustrator and SketchUp. You will be equipped to study and analyse existing designers to understand how they attract and engage their audience.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Are you a member of the Flying Fruit Fly Circus? This subject is designed to provide you with specific skills and knowledge required for fitness instructors in circus training and performance at a basic level. You will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to assist more qualified circus trainers. This subject provides you with a firm foundation of theory and practice to assist with a future diploma or degree courses in the circus area.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
ATAR Contribution:Unit 3 & 4 students do not receive a Study Score for this subject. Instead, they receive an ATAR increment of 10% of their fourth Study Score in other subjects
VET: 10823NAT Certificate III in Circus Arts. Completed over a two-year cycle
Structured workplace learning advice: To be completed in conjunction with circus training for students enrolled in the Fruit Fly Circus
Learning Activities & Assessment
Explore the role of body awareness and knowledge of major body systems in elementary training for circus performers
Reflect on the physiological and psychological requirement of performance for specific circus apparatus
Assess individual requirements for fitness, strength and conditioning and participate in relevant pre and post-training fitness testing
Participate in individual fitness strength and conditioning program
Reflect on one’s individual training program, progress and outcomes
This program is run as part of an Auspicing arrangement with Swinburne (NICA) – RTO# 01108-3059
VCE Accounting explores the financial recording, reporting, analysis and decision-making processes of a sole proprietor small business. You will study both theoretical and practical aspects of accounting. You will learn how to collect, record, report and analyse financial data, and report, classify, verify and interpret accounting information, using both manual methods and information and communications technology (ICT).
You will apply critical thinking skills to a range of business situations to model alternative outcomes and to provide accounting advice to business owners. In business decision-making, financial as well as ethical considerations (incorporating social and environmental aspects) will be taken into account.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Prepare accounting reports both manually and using ICT
Participate in simulated business activities such as recording and reporting of cash and credit transactions, non-current assets, balance day adjustments and inventory movement
Participate in discussions around ethical considerations in business, particularly in the area of accounting
Construct graphic representations of financial data to assist with the analysis of accounting reports and the evaluation of business performance
Are you concerned about other’s people’s health and wellbeing? Do you strive to provide excellent help and support to other people? Studying Health Assistance at WSSC will open up several career pathways that assist health professional staff in the care of clients. You will gain knowledge and skills to interpret and apply medical knowledge. This will through a mixture of hands-on practical activities and classroom delivery.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
ATAR Contribution:Unit 3 & 4 students complete scored assessments and an exam to attain a Study Score that contributes to an ATAR
VET: Students will only receive a Statement of Attainment under HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Structured workplace learning advice: 80 hours is required
Learning Activities & Assessment
Learn the skills to assist with movement
Develop the skills required for the first point of contact
Learn how to interpret and apply medical terminology
Find out more about VET Health Services Assistance
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Find out more about VET Health Services Assistance at WSSC
This program is run as part of an Auspicing arrangement with IVET INSTITUTE, a Registered Training Organisation. TIOD: 40548
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur/business owner/leader? Studying business management is a good opportunity for you to learn the knowledge and skills to help you pursue this aspiration. Students will follow an idea for a business concept, to planning and establishing a business, through to the day-to-day management of a business. Using contemporary business case studies students will compare a range of management theories with management in practice. Students will have the opportunity to propose and evaluate alternative strategies for establishing and maintaining a business.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Investigate the planning stage of setting up a business
Learn how to establish a business
Examine how large businesses operate
Learn what makes a good manager and management styles
Explore change management strategies and how to ensure transformation and continued success of a business
