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
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
VCE Literature provides opportunities for you to develop an awareness of other people, places and cultures and explore the way texts represent the complexity of human experience. This subject equips you with skills to examine the evolving and dialogic nature of texts, the changing contexts in which they were produced and notions of value. You’ll develop an understanding and appreciation of literature, and an ability to reflect critically on the aesthetic and intellectual aspects of texts. The study of Literature enables you to consider the power and complexity of language, the ways literary features and techniques contribute to meaning and the significance of form and structure.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Develop critical and creative responses and deepen your understanding of the meaning of texts by studying literacy elements such as narrative, the characters, the language and structure of the text
Explore the impact of culture as an influence on understanding and interpretation of the text
Complete frequent and detailed reading and writing
Reflect and develop individual interpretations
Explore adaptations and transformations, creative responses to texts, literary perspectives and close analysis
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.
Is English your additional language? Bridging English as an Additional Language (EAL) is the intensive and explicit study of the English language in a range of socio-cultural contexts and for a range of purposes, including further education and the workplace. You will develop your language skills and confidence, assisting you to communicate effectively in a range of contexts, including academic and every day, using a range of spoken and written Standard Australian English.
VCE: Unit 1 and Unit 2 available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Explore the English language in a range of socio-cultural contexts and for a range of purposes, including further education and the workplace
Develop language skills and confidence for you to communicate effectively academically and personally
Apply language skills to participate effectively in Australian life
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 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 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
Hate, death, repression, humour, longing, desire, identity, belonging, voices, media, images, presentations, audiences, point of view, a world where your imagination is challenged by beliefs and values defined by authors of the past and present. We aim to challenge your desire to write creatively embodying your most inner feelings and representing them in the world of a text. Leaving you with the power to create a narrative that will blow your teacher’s mind. Then be challenged by the power of words and persuasion, why do we feel the way we do when we read, see and hear? Create a speech that fulfils your brightest ideas and confront the minds of your fellow students with your delivery. And if that is not enough, be insightful, infer meaning, challenging themes and ideas with texts that are designed to test the very essence of your understanding and produce an analytical experience that showcases your writing skills and vocabulary in an analytical and comparative response.
You are in for a treat, dare to be, write with passion and prepare to be enlightened.
English Units 1 – 4 what a blast!
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Critically analyse written and multimodal text
Create pieces of writing in a range of styles and forms
Analyse the ways verbal and visual language is used to persuade in other texts and your own
Apply 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 and to different audiences, in a variety of forms
Are you interested in a career that supports language-related field? The study of English Language will enable you to further develop and refine your skills in reading, writing, listening to and speaking English. You will learn about personal and public discourses in workplaces, fields of study, trades and social groups. As a part of this subject, you will study a range of texts, including publications and public commentary about language in print and multimodal form, as well as, observe and discuss contemporary language in use.
VCE: Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 3 & 4 sequence available
Learning Activities & Assessment
Analyse the technical construction and use of the English language, the nature and function of language, the way language is organised and its use in communication
Explore language over time, language in its social setting and situating texts in their social, cultural and ideological context
Investigate English language in formal and informal contexts and contemporary Australian social setting
Consider language as a means of social interaction
Explore through written and spoken texts how we communicate infromation, ideas, attitudes and prejudices
