Yr 10 Curriculum Handbook 2023

As at 4 August 2022
Harrisdale Senior High School’s vision is

to be a school of excellence in
learning and teaching.
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS.....................................................................................................................................................................3
MESSAGE TO STUDENTS ...............................................................................................................................................4
DIRECTIONS AFTER YEAR 10 .........................................................................................................................................6
DIRECTIONS AFTER YEAR 12 .........................................................................................................................................8
OLNA .............................................................................................................................................................................9
SUBJECTS OFFERED TO YEAR 10 STUDENTS IN 2023..................................................................................................10
SUBJECT PATHWAY SUMMARY ..................................................................................................................................
CONTENTS 11
ENGLISH ......................................................................................................................................................................15
HUMANITIES and SOCIAL SCIENCES ...........................................................................................................................17
MATHEMATICS ...........................................................................................................................................................22
SCIENCE.......................................................................................................................................................................24
ARTS ............................................................................................................................................................................26
HEALTH and PHYSICAL EDUCATION ...........................................................................................................................30
LANGUAGES ................................................................................................................................................................33
TECHNOLOGIES ...........................................................................................................................................................34
SCSA ENDORSED PROGRAM .......................................................................................................................................40
LOWER SCHOOL ASSESSMENT and REPORTING POLICY ............................................................................................41
CONTRIBUTIONS and CHARGES ..................................................................................................................................44
PROPOSED GRID ........................................................................................................................................................ 46
SUBJECT SELECTIONS ONLINE..................................................................................................................................... 47
Before you read further, take note of the following acronyms:

Abbreviation Full Term
ATAR Australian Tertiary Admission Rank
OLNA Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment
SCSA School Curriculum and Standards Authority
STP State Training Provider
TAFE Technical and Further Education
VET Vocational Education and Training
WACE Western Australian Certificate of Education
WASSA Western Australian Statement of Student Achievement
MESSAGE TO STUDENTS
You will use this handbook to help you to find out about the pathways that are available to you in Year 10, 11 and
12, and beyond to future education, training and/or employment.
There are important decisions for you to make as your choices may have a bearing upon the options that are
available to you in the future.
Based upon your Year 9 results, your teachers will place you in Year 10 English, Humanities and Social Sciences,
Mathematics and Science classes. Use the 2023 Year 10 Curriculum Handbook to find out the pathway that you
are on, and use it to consider the courses that will be available to you when you choose your Year 11 course. Your
Year 10 results in Semester 1, 2023 will influence the number of choices available to you, because many courses
have entry requirements, based upon how well you perform in Year 10.
You will also use the 2023 Year 10 Curriculum Handbook to choose your electives for next year. You should choose
electives based on your interests and strengths. You will also be asked to consider your career aspirations and
academic achievement as many Year 10 electives have pathways to Year 11 and 12 courses. Your choice of electives
and how well you perform in these courses will also influence the choices available to you in Year 11.
In addition The 2023 Year 10 Curriculum Handbook gives you information about possible courses to be offered to
students in Years 11 and 12 at Harrisdale Senior High School, and about the requirements of the Western Australian
Certificate of Education (WACE).
During Semester 2 and Year 10, you will also be provided with individual counselling to help you see the links
between pathways at school and pathways to universities, training colleges and employment. You will learn about
the entrance requirements for various State Training Providers (STPs) and different university courses. You will also
find out about how to access traineeships and apprenticeships.
When you choose courses for Year 10, you are strongly encouraged to consider the importance of breadth of
knowledge and the variety of experience you can gain before you make choices for upper school.
You are at an important and exciting stage in your education. Find out as much as you can about what is available
to you and take advantage of the support that you will be provided by the School. Make a list of questions to ask.
Do your research. Talk to your Year Coordinator or Home Room teacher if you need further advice.
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DIRECTION
Before Year 10
Choose A Direction
• What interests you?

• What are your strengths?
• Consider your career aspirations.
• Consider the pathways that are available to you.
• Be aware that most young people will have different jobs or careers over the course of their working lives.
• Rather than focus on a single job, it Is better to consider a group of jobs that require similar skills.
Identify The Stepping Stones

Once you have decided on a group of jobs that interests you, find out about the stepping stones that will lead you in the
right direction:
• Will you need experience before you get the job?

• Where do you go to get the experience?
• Will you need training or qualifications?
• Who provides the training or the qualifications that you need?
• What are the entry requirements for the training or qualification that you need?
• What do you have to do to meet the entry requirements?
A Helpful Start
Try the following checklist:
• List your positive qualities and talents. Identify your interests and values.
• List realistic goals for yourself.
• Identify subjects where you have achieved good results.
• Identify subject pre-requisites for specific courses at TAFE or University.
• Consider how the subjects offered relate to work or further training.
• List the different types of career options available to you.
• List your aims for the foreseeable future (e.g. Employment, University, TAFE, Apprenticeships).
DIRECTIONS AFTER YEAR 10
The School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) is responsible for the Kindergarten to Year 12 curriculum, assessment
standard and reporting for all schools in Western Australia.
Students must stay in school, a training organisation or approved work (or in a combination of approved options) until the end
of the year in which you turn 17 and 6 months, or you have reached the age of 18 years, whichever happens first.
When students complete Year 12, they will receive a Western Australian Statement of Student Achievement (WASSA). The
WASSA is issued to all Year 12 students at the completion of their secondary schooling. It provides a formal record of what
students leaving in Year 12 have achieved as a result of their school education in Western Australia. The WASSA is administered
by SCSA.
What is the WACE?
Most students will aim to achieve a WACE (Western Australian Certificate of Education). This is a senior secondary certificate
that is recognised nationally. Achievement of a WACE means that you will have successfully completed senior secondary
schooling and you have met the WACE requirements. To achieve a WACE, students must:
complete at least four Year 12 ATAR courses OR demonstrate the literacy and numeracy standards
complete at least five Year 12 General courses and/or meet the requirements for breadth and depth of study
ATAR courses or the equivalent OR and
complete a Certificate II or higher VET qualification in meet the achievement standard
combination with ATAR, General or Foundation courses
Literacy and Numeracy standards

Students can demonstrate the literacy and numeracy standards by prequalifying through achieving Band 8 or higher in
numeracy, reading and writing in their Year 9 NAPLAN or by passing the Online Literacy and Numeracy Assessment (OLNA) in
Year 10, 11 or 12.
Breadth and Depth of study
Students can meet the requirements for breadth and depth of study by completing a minimum of 20 units or the equivalent,
including a minimum of ten Year 12 units, four units of an English course, and one pair of units from List A (arts / languages /
social sciences) and from List B (mathematics / science / technology) subjects.
The Achievement Standard
Students must achieve 14 C grades or higher (or equivalents) in Year 11 and 12, including at least six C grades (or equivalents)
in Year 12 units.
Unit Equivalents
The WACE requirement of at least 20 units and at least 14 C grades may be met partly through unit equivalents. These are
units within VET and endorsed programs. They are known as unit equivalents because they are considered equivalent to one
unit of a Year 11 or Year 12 course.
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To achieve a WACE by the end of 2025, your study options in Year 11 and 12 are: -
• ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) courses;
• General courses;
• Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificates; and
• Endorsed programs.
You can ‘mix and match’ these options to prepare yourself for life beyond school.
• ATAR courses consist of four units. Units 1 and 2 are Year 11 units. Units 3 and 4 are Year 12 units and must be studied
as a pair. There is an external exam based on both Year 12 units for each course. You need a minimum of four (4) ATAR
courses to be eligible for an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR). The rank is used by universities around Australia
as a selection device to select students. Students must sit the final examination to complete the course.
• General courses are typically for students aiming to enter further training or the workforce directly from school. These
courses are not examined externally, although students will sit an Externally Set Task (EST) administered by SCSA in
Year 12.
• Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs give you the opportunity to gain core skills for work and in some
cases, complete training in industry through workplace learning. Undertaking a VET qualification means you can begin
training for your career while still at school. Some VET programs offer school-based apprenticeships and traineeships.
• Foundation courses are for students who have not been able to demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and/or
numeracy before Year 11 and are unlikely to do so before the end of Year 12 without significant levels of support.
These courses are not designed, nor intended, to be an alternative senior secondary pathway. They are not externally
examined. However, students will sit an Externally Set Task (EST) administered by SCSA in Year 12.
These courses provide a focus on functional literacy and numeracy skills, practical work-related experience and the
opportunity to build personal skills that are important for life and work.
The only students who may enrol in Foundation courses in Semester 1 of Year 11 are those who have not yet
demonstrated the minimum standard of literacy and/or numeracy by the end of Year 10.
• Endorsed programs offer areas of learning in a variety of settings that are not covered by ATAR, General or VET courses.
They are conducted by schools, community organisations, universities and training organisations.
All Year 11 students at Harrisdale Senior High School will study the full time equivalent of six courses.
Timetabling constraints may affect the availability of subjects.

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Post-Secondary School Options:
YEAR 13 OPTIONS CONSIDERATIONS

Seek employment Entry into the workforce is competitive. Employers look for evidence
of successful completion of school, work experience, attitude and
aptitude for “on the job” training.
Employers may also require you to complete short course
certificates.
Undertake vocational education and training through a Certificate courses are of shorter duration than university courses.
State Training Provider (STP) which includes TAFE Places are often competitive. Selection criteria include education
colleges, private providers, community organisations, qualifications, work experience, work placement and/or
industry skill centres and enterprise training providers. employment. Documentary evidence is required.
Study at a University You need a competitive ATAR to gain a place in a university course,
which is usually three to six years in length.
Economic conditions, industry needs and workforce availability are all factors which influence employment opportunities and
starting salaries. Note that starting salaries for university graduates are typically higher than the other options.
What does this mean for a Year 9 student?

As a Year 9 student, you should consider the pathway that you are currently on, based on your courses and your Semester 1
grades.
Look at the prerequisites for Year 11 courses. Maximise your grades so that you have a range of options when it is time to
make your choices for Year 11. You may be eligible for a change of pathway. Speak to the Head of Learning Area or Teacher in
Charge before Year 10 classes are finalised for 2023.
Choose your electives carefully, giving consideration of the pathways to ATAR, General and VET / Certificate II courses.
Summary
As a Year 10 student who may be interested in applying for entry to a university course, consider your career interests and
aspirations:
• Your Year 10 achievement profile;

• Any required prerequisites for your intended university course;
• Select English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR;
• Select four or five ATAR courses, bearing in mind course combinations that are determined by SCSA as “unacceptable
pairings”; and
• Refer to past ATAR entry cut offs to determine the required achievement standard.
For STP Entry

• Select an English course;
• Select other courses to maximise your grades;
• Enrol in Workplace Learning and a VET in Schools program; and
• Complete a full VET Certificate II course.
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OLNA
The OLNA is an online literacy and numeracy assessment. It is designed to enable students to successfully meet the Western
Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) requirement of demonstrating the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy.
Minimum standard of literacy and numeracy

To successfully meet the literacy and numeracy requirement, students must demonstrate the skills regarded as essential to
meet the demands of everyday life and work in a knowledge-based economy.
These skills must be demonstrated in:
• Literacy (reading and writing)
• Numeracy.
Prequalification
Students who have achieved Band 8 or higher in any of the three components of reading, writing and numeracy in their Year
9 NAPLAN are acknowledged as having demonstrated proficiency in using a range of Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF)
Level 3 skills in that component and will not be required to sit the corresponding OLNA test.
OLNA Tests
The reading and numeracy tests each comprise 45 multiple‐choice questions. Students have 50 minutes to complete each of
these tests. The writing test is a typed response of up to 600 words. Students have 60 minutes to complete the writing test.
The table below provides a quick guide to each test.
Numeracy Reading Writing

Number of Questions 45 1
Typed response
Question Type Multiple-choice
(up to 600 words)
Time 50 Minutes 60 Minutes
Disability Adjustments A variety of adjustments are available
2023 (provisional) Testing Window dates

The reading and numeracy tests each comprise 45 multiple‐choice questions. Students have 50 minutes to
Component Round One Round Two
Writing 27 February – 1 March 28 August – 30 August
Numeracy and Reading 27 February – 24 March 28 August – 22 September
Additional information can be obtained from the SCSA Website

https://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/assessment/olna
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SUBJECTS OFFERED TO YEAR 10 STUDENTS IN 2023
NOTE: Timetabling constraints may affect the availability of subjects.

This means students may be required to reselect.
Nine (9) subjects will be studied throughout the year. Students who have prequalified the OLNA requirements will
study THREE elective subjects from the list below.
** Students who have not met the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy will study two electives from
below and an OLNA Preparation Elective.
1. English (Compulsory) Streamed according to performance in Year 9
2. Mathematics (Compulsory) Streamed according to performance in Year 9
3. Science (Compulsory) Streamed according to performance in Year 9
4. Humanities & Social Science (Compulsory) Streamed according to performance in Year 9
5. Physical Education (Compulsory)
6. Health Education (Compulsory)
7. Elective 1
8. Elective 2
9. Elective 3
ELECTIVES
Accounting and Finance Health and Sport Science - General
Aboriginal and Intercultural Studies Health and Sport Science – Specialist
Building and Construction Media
Business Management and Enterprise Metal Work
Coding Music Studies
Dance Music Appreciation
Developing Child, The Philosophy
Digital Imaging The Power of Speech
Discovery Economics Practical Engineering
Drama Technical Drawing
Electronics & Robotics Visual Art
Fashion Design Visual Art Specialist Program
Food Technology Volleyball (Specialist)
Fun with Fashion: Textiles Woodwork
French Young Historians
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SUBJECT PATHWAY SUMMARY
Learning Area Year 10 Year 11 Year 12

ATAR Literature ATAR Literature
Prerequisite: A Grade Year 10 Semester 1 & Prerequisite: 60% or better in Year 11
Academic 2 and ≥ 70% in Exam Literature
Extension ATAR English ATAR English
Prerequisite: B Grade Year 10 Semester 2 Prerequisite: 60% or better in Year 11 ATAR
and ≥65% in Exam English
ENGLISH General General English General English
No Prerequisites as all students are Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
required to study one English subject English General
Foundation English Foundation English
This course is intended for students who This course is intended for students who
Access
have NOT demonstrated the literacy have NOT demonstrated the literacy
standard in OLNA standard in OLNA
General Aboriginal & Intercultural Studies General Aboriginal & Intercultural Studies
Prerequisite: ≥C Grade Year 10 Prerequisite: ≥C Grade Year 10
Semester 1 & 2 Semester 1 & 2
General Ancient History General Ancient History
General Prerequisite: ≥C Grade Year 10 Prerequisite: ≥C Grade Year 10
Semester 1 & 2 Semester 1 & 2
General Geography General Geography
Prerequisite: ≥C Grade Year 10 Prerequisite: Min. C Grade Year 11
Semester 1 & 2 Semester 2 and Min. 60% in Year 11
Academic Extension ATAR Economics ATAR Economics
HUMANITIES and
Prerequisite: B Grade Year 10 HASS Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
SOCIAL SCIENCES Discovering Economics Semester 1 & 2 and ≥70% in Exam ATAR Economics
Philosophy ATAR Modern History ATAR Modern History
Prerequisite: B Grade Year 10 HASS Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
Young Historians Semester 1 & 2 and ≥70% in Year 10 Exam ATAR Modern History
ATAR or General Accounting and Finance ATAR Accounting and Finance
Accounting and Finance Prerequisite: B Grade in Year 10 HASS and Prerequisite: Min. C Grade or better in Year
Year 10 Mathematics Semester 1 & 2 11 ATAR Accounting & Finance
Business Management and Enterprise Business Management and Enterprise
Business Management
and Enterprise Prerequisite: ≥C Grade Year 10 Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
Semester 1 & 2 English General


ATAR Mathematics Specialist ATAR Mathematics Specialist
Prerequisite: A Grade and ≥82% Exam mark Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
in Year 10 Pre-Methods ATAR Mathematics Specialist
ATAR Mathematics Methods ATAR Mathematics Methods
Prerequisite: B Grade and ≥66% Exam Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
Academic Extension mark in Year 10 Pre-Methods or B Grade ATAR Mathematics Methods
and ≥70% Exam mark in Year 10 Advanced
MATHEMATICS ATAR Mathematics Applications ATAR Mathematics Applications
Prerequisite: B Grade and ≥55% Exam Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
mark in Year 10 Mathematics or C Grade ATAR Mathematics Applications
and ≥45% Exam in Year 10 Advanced
Mathematics Essentials Mathematics Essentials
General
Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 10 Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
Mathematics Essentials Mathematics Essentials
Access
ATAR Biology ATAR Biology
Prerequisite: ≥ 65% in the Biology Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
component of Year 10 Science Sem. ATAR Biology
Exam & ≥ B grade in Science learning
area Sem. 1 & 2 report
ATAR Chemistry ATAR Chemistry
Prerequisite: ≥ 70% in the chemistry Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
component of Year 10 Science ATAR Chemistry
Semester 1 Exam and an A grade in
Science learning area Semester 1 & 2
Academic Extension report
SCIENCE ATAR Human Biology ATAR Human Biology
Prerequisite: ≥ 65% in the Biology Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
component of Year 10 Science ATAR Human Biology
Semester 1 Exam and ≥ B grade in
Science learning area Semester 1 & 2
Report
ATAR Physics ATAR Physics
Prerequisite: B Grade Year 10 Semester 1 Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
Report and ATAR Physics
Maths Pre-Methods Exam Mark ≥ 75%
General Integrated Science General Integrated Science
General

General Dance General Dance
Dance
Prerequisite: ≥ C Grade in Y9 and / or 10 Dance Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
General Drama General Drama
Prerequisite: No prerequisite although Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
Drama
recommended ≥ C Grade in Y10 English and
completion of Y9 or Y10 Drama
General Visual Arts General Visual Arts
Prerequisite: No prerequisite although completion Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
in Y10 Visual Arts, Fashion or Textiles
Fashion Design recommended with a ≥ C Grade
General Design (Fashion) Prerequisite: No General Design (Fashion)
prerequisite although completion of Y9 or Y10 Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
Fashion / Textiles with a ≥ C Grade recommended
General Media Production & Analysis General Media Production & Analysis
ARTS Media Prerequisite: No prerequisite although completion Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
of Y9 or Y10 Media with a ≥ C Grade recommended
ATAR Music ATAR Music
Music Studies Prerequisite: Completion of Y9 or 10 Music with Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
≥ B Grade
Certificate II Music Certificate II Music
Music Appreciation Prerequisite: Completion of Y9 or 10 Music with a ≥ Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
C Grade
General Visual Art General Visual Art
Visual Art Prerequisite: No prerequisite although completion Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
in Y10 Visual Arts recommended
ATAR Visual Art ATAR Visual Art
Visual Arts Specialist Prerequisite: No prerequisite although completion Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 11
Program in Y10 Visual Arts Specialist Program is
recommended or a B Grade is Visual Arts
ATAR Health Studies ATAR Health Studies
Prerequisite: B Grade in Year 10 Health Education Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
Health Studies
General Health Studies General Health Studies
Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 10 Health Education Prerequisite: C Grade or better in
Health and Physical Year 11 Health Studies
Education ATAR Physical Education Studies ATAR Physical Education Studies
Prerequisite: B Grade in Year 10 Physical Education Prerequisite: C Grade or better in
Year 11 Physical Education Studies
General Physical Education Studies General Physical Education Studies
HEALTH and Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 10 Physical Education Prerequisite: C Grade or better in
PHYSICAL Year 11 Physical Education Studies
EDUCATION ATAR Physical Education Studies ATAR Physical Education Studies
Specialised Health and Prerequisite: B Grade in Year 10 Physical Education Prerequisite: C Grade or better in
Sport Science and Year 11 Physical Education Studies
Specialist Volleyball General Physical Education Studies General Physical Education Studies
Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 10 Physical Education Prerequisite: C Grade or better in
(recommended to have completed Year 11 Physical Education Studies
General/Specialised Health and Sport Science
Certificate II Sport Coaching Certificate II Sport and Recreation
General Health and Sport Prerequisite: C Grade in Year 10 Physical Education Prerequisite: Completed Certificate II Sport
Science (recommended to have completed Coaching
General/Specialised Health and Sport Science


ATAR French
ATAR French
LANGUAGES French Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
Prerequisite: C Grade in Y10 French
French
Children, Family and the Community
Children, Family and the Community
Prerequisite: C Grade or better in
Prerequisite: Nil
The Developing Child Year 11
Certificate II Community Services
Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
Fun with Fashion – Materials Design General
TECHNOLOGIES Textiles Prerequisite: Nil
General Food Science and Technology General Food Science and Technology
Prerequisite: Nil Prerequisite: C Grade or better in Year 11
Certificate II Hospitality
Food Technology
Certificate II Kitchen Operations

ENGLISH
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ENGLISH
English COST $32

The English curriculum is built around three interrelated strands: Language, Literature and Literacy. Together, the strands focus
on developing students' knowledge, understanding and skills in listening, reading, viewing, speaking, writing and creating.
In Year 10, students engage with a variety of texts for enjoyment. They interpret, create, evaluate, discuss and perform a wide
range of literary texts designed to inform and persuade. These texts include media texts, including newspapers, film and digital
texts, fiction, non-fiction, poetry, dramatic performances and multimodal texts, with themes and issues involving more abstract,
higher levels of thinking. Students develop a critical understanding of contemporary media and the differences between media
texts.
Literary texts that support and extend students in Year 10 as independent readers are drawn from a range of genres and are
more complex and challenging. These texts explore themes of human experience, cultural significance, interpersonal
relationships, and ethical and global dilemmas. They represent a variety of perspectives. Students create a range of imaginative,
informative and persuasive types of texts including narratives, procedures, performances, reports, discussions, literary analyses,
transformations of texts and reviews.
The Power of Speech (Elective) COST $20

The Power of Speech is for Year 10 who wish to develop their public speaking skills. Being a confident public speaker is an
essential skill for life and an important means of expressing opinions and developing confidence in your ideas.
In this course, students will participate in a range of regular and specialised speaking activities, including improvised and
prepared delivery of speeches. Students’ skills in logic, structuring their argument and being increasingly persuasive in their
speech will be developed through participating in this course.
The course will also include a creative component in which students explore reader’s theatre and the oral presentation of fiction
and poetry.
Students will be given information about and encouraged to participate in community based public speaking competitions.
Participation in these competitions is likely to involve out of school time.
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HUMANITIES and SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Humanities and Social Sciences COST $30
Humanities and Social Sciences is the study of human behaviour and interaction in social, cultural, environmental, economic
and political contexts. It has a historical and contemporary focus, from personal to global contexts, and considers opportunities
and challenges for the future.
In the Western Australian Curriculum, the Humanities and Social Sciences learning area comprises four subjects: Civics and
Citizenship, Economics and Business, Geography and History.
By studying Humanities and Social Sciences, students will develop the ability to question; think critically; make decisions based
on evidence; devise proposals for actions; and communicate effectively.
Thinking about, reflecting on, and responding to issues requires an understanding of the key historical, geographical, political,
legal, economic, business and societal factors involved, and how these different factors interrelate.
The Humanities and Social Sciences subjects provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to develop a broad
understanding of the world in which we live and how people can participate as active and informed citizens in the 21st century.
This aims to develop in students:
• a deep knowledge and sense of wonder, curiosity and respect for places, people, cultures, events, ideas and
environments throughout the world
• a lifelong sense of belonging to, and engagement with, civic life, with the capacity and willingness to be informed,
responsible, ethical and active participants in society at a local, national and global scale
• a knowledge, understanding and an appreciation of the past and the forces that shape society
• the ability to think critically, solve problems, make informed decisions and propose actions in relation to real-world
events and issues
• enterprising behaviours and capabilities that enable them to be active participants and decision-makers in matters
affecting them, which can be transferred into life, work and business opportunities
• an understanding of, and commitment to, the concepts of sustainability to bring about equity and social justice
• a knowledge and understanding of the connections among the peoples of Asia, Australia and the rest of the world.
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Aboriginal and Intercultural Studies: Contemporary Indigenous Perspectives (Elective) COST $20
Aboriginal histories and cultures are fundamental to the development of Australian identity and the formation of
contemporary Australian society. This course explores Aboriginal cultures around Australia, focusing on Cultural
Perspectives, Place and Belonging, Diversity and Change, Empowering People and Relationship with the
Environment. Students focus on the period from Federation to present day and concentrate on Government
policies, the importance of kinship, leadership, the struggle for civil rights and the adoption of new practices by
First Nations’ cultures in order to maintain their identity in the face of change.
The course celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories as part of the shared history belonging to all
Australians.
Accounting and Finance (Elective) COST $30
In Accounting and Finance, students use business practices to participate in a dynamic and ever-changing business world.
Students will develop knowledge, good practices and approaches to critically analyse business and legal situations, confidently
meet their needs and wants and respond to business opportunities. Students considering studying Accounting and Finance in
Year 11 may find this elective useful.
This course aims to introduce students to a range of financial, legal and business skills which will lay the foundation for their
successful participation in society as young adults. The course covers a variety of topics such as:-
• effective consumerism
• document preparation
• investment strategies
• introductory accounting
• financial literacy
• practical application of spreadsheets
Students undertake an online Share Market Game where they construct and monitor a hypothetical share portfolio. The
movement in value of the portfolio and individual shares are interpreted. This enables students to learn firsthand the need to
balance risk and return. Students are also given the opportunity to make a profit, through the successful operation of a small
business within the school, for a two-week period in Term 3.
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Young Historians (Elective) COST $20
The Young Historians course aims to develop high level skills, knowledge and ability in the study of history. Students
could potentially use this unit to prepare them for upper school History with the goal of university level study.
In addition to extensive immersion in history skills and knowledge, students will be supported to develop genuinely
independent thinking, original ideas, and exceptional standards of expression both individually and in group work.
Students will be given the opportunity to develop their individual interests and be exposed to exciting and challenging themes,
ideas and elements in the study of History. In this course students will cover:
• Remarkable Individuals
• Famous/Infamous disasters
• Important historical events
• Historical mysteries HUMANITIES and SOCIAL SCIENCES
Students who want to study Young Historians are highly recommended to have attained a B grade in HASS Year 9.
Business Management and Enterprise (Elective) COST $30

Rationale
As mass global flows of people, resources, finances and information produce social, economic, political and environmental
complexities and challenges, Australia needs enterprising individuals who can make informed decisions and actively participate
in society and the economy as individuals and as global citizens. Young Australians will also face a number of social, economic
and moral challenges in their lifetimes that will impact on their lives and choices. It is important that students are equipped
with the knowledge, understanding and skills that will empower them in the face of such challenges.
Key Learning Points
Students are empowered to shape their social and economic futures to contribute to the development of a successful,
sustainable and equitable future for the Australian and wider global economies.
Students will learn to:
• Plan their financial futures,
• Contribute to the wellbeing and sustainability of the economy, the environment and society,
• Make informed decisions and to appreciate the interdependence of decisions made within economic systems.
Business Management and Enterprise will provide students with authentic opportunities to develop enterprising behaviours
and capabilities that will equip them to face challenges in their lifetime.
This course fosters multiple key skills and aims to develop enterprising individuals who:
- Are able to effectively embrace change
- Seek innovation
- Work collaboratively
- Show initiative, flexibility and leadership
- Plan, organise and manage risk and use resources effectively
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Philosophy (Elective) COST $20
Philosophy is the study of the big questions of human existence: who we are, why we are here, the way we live, right and
wrong, and how we know anything.
The word philosophy is from the Greek meaning the love of wisdom, so if you enjoy questioning fundamental aspects of life,
our existence, reason, and the human mind then this is the elective for you!
Philosophy teaches us how to think clearly, logically and creatively. It introduces us to the major ideas and beliefs that humans
developed over thousands of years. Philosophy is an exciting opportunity to develop exceptional thinking skills, understand
yourself and the world more deeply.
From a practical perspective, philosophy will help you to improve your memory, thinking and understanding of all other
subjects, sharpen your writing skills, and prepare you for upper school in a way no other subject can.
Important areas of study include:
• What is Philosophy?
• Doing philosophy: learning to think logically
• Famous philosophies and philosophers
• The ‘big questions’ of life: who am I, how should I live, how do I know anything, does God exist, where do humans come
from, and the meaning of life?
• Research into other philosophies from other cultures and time periods
Students who want to study Philosophy are highly recommended to have attained a B grade in HASS Year 9.
Discovering Economics (Elective) COST $20

Global and Personal Economics is a course that will allow students to further develop their economic knowledge. This elective
aims to teach students key skills and knowledge to excel in their current economy through making smart decisions.
Students choosing to study Global and Personal Economics, will gain a sound grounding in contemporary economics and will
be well equipped with skills and knowledge for both future study in this subject area or for personal success with finance.
Where possible the course will make use of current events and technology to enhance the learning experience of students.
The course is designed to be flexible and fun whilst catering to student interests and will focus on the following four main areas;
• Spending, saving and budgeting
• Wealth and investing
• Demand and supply
• The Australian and global economy
Students who want to study Economics are highly recommended to have attained a
B grade in HASS Year 9.
Students who want to study ATAR Economics in Year 11 are highly recommended to
take this elective in Year 10. Concepts taught in the Year 10 course are fundamental for Year 11 Economics.
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MATHEMATICS
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MATHEMATICS
Mathematics Academic Extension COST $34

Students will be streamed according to their performance in Year 9
Pre-Methods: This course focuses on the use of calculus and statistical analysis. The study of calculus provides a
basis for understanding rates of change in the physical world, and includes the use of functions, their derivatives
and integrals, in modelling physical processes. The study of statistics develops students’ ability to describe and
analyse phenomena that involve uncertainty and variation.
Mathematics Methods provides a foundation for further studies in disciplines in which mathematics and statistics
have important roles. It is also advantageous for further studies in the health and social sciences. In summary, this
course is designed for students whose future pathways may involve mathematics and statistics and their
applications in a range of disciplines at the tertiary level.
Advanced: This course follows the Year 10-10A (Advanced) curriculum and is designed for students who want to
extend their mathematical skills beyond Year 10 level, but not at Pre-Methods level. The Advanced course provides
students opportunities to learn the mathematics used for ATAR Mathematics pathways. The course is designed for
students who have a wide range of educational and employment aspirations, including continuing their studies in
ATAR or VET pathways in Senior School.
Mathematics General COST $34

The Mathematics Essential General course focuses on using mathematics effectively, efficiently and critically to
make informed decisions. It provides students with the mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding to solve
problems in real contexts for a range of workplace, personal, further learning and community settings. This course
provides the opportunity for students to prepare for post-school options of employment and further training.
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SCIENCE
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SCIENCE
Science COST $38
The Year 10 Science course allows students to develop an understanding of the world around them, by looking at the
relationships between aspects of the living, physical and chemical world on a local and global scale. The Science curriculum is
taught in three interrelated strands: Science Understanding, Science Inquiry Skills and Science as a Human Endeavour.
The Science Understanding strand is broken into four sub-strands.

One focus of Chemical Sciences in year 10 is the structure of atoms and how an atom’s atomic structure determines its
properties and position in the periodic table. Students will also continue their study of chemical reactions from year 9, by
learning about different types of reactions and the factors that affect the rate.
In Biological Sciences, students look at how characteristics are inherited from the previous generation through DNA and genes.
They will learn how to percentage of offspring likely to inherit certain traits, based on the genes of the parent organisms.
Students will also study natural selection as the driving force behind the theory of evolution and evaluate the range of scientific
evidence used to support this theory.
In Year 10, Physical Sciences, students study the motion of objects. Students investigate everyday motion of objects produced
by forces as well as calculating velocity, speed and acceleration They will also look at Newton’s Laws and use those laws to
predict changes to the movement of objects.
In the fourth sub-strand, Earth and Space Sciences is broken into two topics: cycles on Earth and the formation of the universe.
Students will study the interaction between different cycles in nature, including the carbon and nitrogen cycles. They will also
look at the greenhouse effect and how this is changing the climate on Earth. Finally, students will look at features of the
universe, such as stars, galaxies and solar systems, and how these features were formed according to the Big Bang theory.
Science Inquiry Skills
Throughout the year, students will conduct scientific investigations. They will develop a hypothesis to test and plan a fair
investigation to collect data. Students will then analyse their data to form conclusions and evaluate the accuracy of the data
they have collected.
Science as a Human Endeavour
Within the context of the Science Understanding sub-strands, student will look at how scientific ideas have changed over time,
in particular our understanding of the structure of the periodic table and genetics. They will look at how new technologies
have led to scientific advances and the influence of science on people’s everyday lives.
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ARTS
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ARTS
Dance (Elective) COST $60

Dance at Harrisdale Senior High School provides a unique opportunity for students to develop physically, creatively, artistically,
emotionally and intellectually. Individual exploration, group work and teacher directed activities all encourage artistic creativity
and the active use of the imagination.
Through participation in Dance in Year 10, students will develop transferable skills essential to their future. These include
communication skills, collaborative teamwork skills, negotiation and conflict resolution skills, problem solving skills, as well as
the ability to organise, analyse and evaluate.
Semester 1: Elements of Dance
In Year 10 Dance, students continue to extend their use of the elements of dance and the choreographic processes to expand
their knowledge and creation of choreography. They will extend their technical dance technique to include style specific
movement and skills in Contemporary for Semester 1. Students will perform work created in class at South of the Swan Dance
Festival in the Octagon Theatre, UWA, at the end of Semester 1.
Semester 2: Culture and Choreography
This course provides opportunities for students to extend the skills learned in Semester 1, exploring multi- cultural genres and
styles of dance. Students will study an Australian Dance Company and discuss what they are creating for the creative arts
industry in Australia and as a cultural genre. Students will develop, create and perform original composition, derived from
exploring various intentions and ideas. They will then showcase class work from Semester 2 at the end of year Evening with
the Arts Showcase. Participation in this subject will lead to opportunities for future study in dance or related arts fields.
Drama (Elective) COST $60

In Year 10, drama students will be given opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills to present drama for
purposes and wider external audiences, safely using processes, techniques and conventions of drama. Students
develop drama based on devised drama processes and taken from appropriate, published script excerpts (e.g.
Australian drama post-1960 or world drama), using selected drama forms and styles. Students will have
opportunities to research devised drama and read in selected script excerpts in context. Student work in devised
and scripted drama is the focus of reflective and responsive processes. Students are encouraged to develop their
use of extended answer forms and interviews, using drama terminology, language and different forms of
communication, based on their own drama and the drama ARTS of others.
Fashion Design (Elective) COST $60

The Fashion Design Course provides students with the opportunity to work within the field of textiles and art. The textiles
component of the course builds students’ technical abilities in sewing, patternmaking, technical drawing and fabric knowledge.
The art component of the course focuses on design principles, fabric manipulation and creative thinking. Students will explore
historical and contemporary fashions to inform their practice.
The Fashion Design course develops students’ creativity, knowledge and transferable skills. Students may use these attributes
and skills for employment or further study, to develop their sewing construction skills, experiment with textiles, create their
own designs, and develop life skills.
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ARTS
Media Arts (Elective) COST $60

In Year 10, students are provided with opportunities to explore in more depth the way media work is constructed in
different contexts and how it can be used to challenge the values of an audience. They explore past and current media
trends on audience use of media.
Students continue to make and respond to their own media productions and professional media work within the selected
media type, genre or style studied, using refined media production skills and processes: problem solving, working as a team,
or independently; setting and following personal and group timelines; and independently using media equipment safely and
responsibly.
Music Studies (Elective) COST $60

This elective will ensure students have the necessary skills and knowledge to be ready for the demands of ATAR Music should
they wish to pursue this in Year 11 and 12. Learning will be organised into the following four targeted areas: performance,
composition, music literacy, and music analysis. This mirrors the way content is organised in the new ATAR Music Syllabus. The
coursework will be rigorous and will require students to attend a Period 0 class every week in addition to the two timetabled
periods (total three periods per week).
Please note that this course will allow IMSS students to continue their IMSS lessons in Year 10.
Prerequisite: ≥ B grade or better in Semester 1 of Year 9 Music.
Music Appreciation (Elective) COST $60

This course is suited to students who enjoy performing and learning about Music but are not likely to pursue it as an ATAR
subject. The ‘Music Appreciation course’ will be the pathway to Year 11/12 ‘Certificate II in Music’ (two year course available
to ATAR and VET pathway students in Year 11 and 12). In this course, students will develop their critical listening and analysis
skills, explore careers and issues within the Australian Music Industry, and advance their performance skills and musicianship.
Please note that completing either of these two courses will allow IMSS students to continue their IMSS lessons in Year 10.
Prerequisite: For entry into Year 10 Music Appreciation students must currently be in the Year 9 Music course or play a musical
instrument and be willing to sit an audition with Ms Barrett.
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ARTS
In both the Y10 Visual Arts and Y10 Visual Arts Specialist Program courses students will:
• Create two-dimensional and three-dimensional artworks

• Learn how to read and analyse artworks and explore contextual factors which influence the production of
artworks
• Develop critical analysis and problem-solving skills
• Have your artwork showcased within the school contexts, physically and digitally
• Attend excursions to Art Galleries
• Be given the opportunity to submit artworks to exhibitions and competitions.
Visual Arts (Elective) COST $60

The course is suited to students who enjoy creating artworks and learning about analysing artworks but are not
likely to pursue Visual Art as an ATAR subject in Y11 and 12. The Y10 Visual Arts course is the preferred pathway to
Y11/12 General Visual Arts. There is no prerequisite for students who wish to select this course. Students will
produce an acrylic painting and a clay sculpture over the course of the year. They will analyse contemporary and
traditional artworks and develop their understanding of how to read and respond to artworks.
Visual Arts Specialist Program (Elective) COST $60

This course is suited to students who enjoy creating art and are interested in learning more varied ways to produce
artworks than what is offered in the Visual Arts course. Students will have a greater amount of creative freedom
and independence when selecting materials to use to produce two-dimensional and three-dimensional artworks.
Students learn about analysing artworks and delve into art history at a greater depth than in the Visual Arts course.
This elective is the preferred pathway for those who plan on continuing on into Y11/12 ATAR Visual Art. Completion
of the VASP will ensure students have the necessary skills and knowledge to be ready for the demands of the
practical and written component of ATAR Visual Art.
Students will be required to attend an after-school Art Club every week in addition to the two timetable
periods (total three periods per week).
Prerequisite: For entry to Year 10, Visual Art Specialist Program in 2023 students will need a B grade or better in
Semester 1 of Y8 or Y9 Visual Art or Y9 Fashion Design OR an application by submission of a portfolio and/or siting
of an entry test which will be sat with HoLA - Ms Jessica McGushin. Additionally, a C grade or higher in English is
required.
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HEALTH and PHYSICAL EDUCATION
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Health and Physical Education COST $41
The Health and Physical Education curriculum comprises two strands: Personal, social and community health; and
Movement and physical activity. The content
in each strand is organised under three
interrelated sub-strands.
Personal, social and community health
• Being healthy, safe and active

• Communicating and interacting for health
and wellbeing
• Contributing to healthy and active
communities
Movement and physical activity
• Moving our body
• Understanding movement
• Learning through movement
The Health and Physical Education curriculum
provides opportunities for students to
develop, enhance and exhibit attitudes
and values that promote a healthy lifestyle.
In Year 10 Health Education, the content provides students with the opportunity to begin to focus on issues that affect the
wider community. They study external influences on health decisions and evaluate their impact on personal identity and the
health of the broader community. Students continue to develop and refine communication techniques
to enhance interactions with others, and apply analytical skills to scrutinise health messages in a range of contexts.
In Year 10 Physical Education students continue to improve performance, transfer learned specialised movement skills with
increasing proficiency and success across a variety of contexts. They use feedback to improve their own and others'
performance with greater consistency, and critically evaluate movement responses based on the outcome of previous
performances. Through the application of biomechanical principles to analyse movement, students broaden their
understanding of optimal techniques necessary for enhanced athletic performance. Students self-assess their own and others'
leadership styles and apply problem-solving approaches to motivate participation and contribute to effective team
relationships. They are also provided with opportunities to assume direct control of physical activities in coaching, coordinating
or officiating roles.
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Specialised Health and Sport Science (Elective) COST $50

Year 10 Specialised Health and Sport Science is a fast tracked elective subject for those students who may be interested in
studying Physical Education Studies ATAR in Year 11 and Year 12. Students will learn a wide range of human life sciences,
including biology, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology and psychology as well as their practical application. This subject will
involve practical components, students will engage in a variety of games, sports and physical activities to apply the theoretical
concepts covered. This subject may be of particular interest to those students wanting to study further courses related to
exercise science, sport science, allied health and sport related professions.
General Health and Sport Science (Elective) COST $50

Year 10 General Health and Sport Science is a comprehensive elective subject for those students who may be interested in
studying General Physical Education Studies, General Health Studies and Certificate II in Sport Coaching. General Health and
Sport Science will cover a range of Sport Science and Health topics in an aim to prepare students for a variety of roles within
the sports industry. Students will learn a wide range of sport science concepts, exercise physiology, exercise prescription and
training, coaching and functional anatomy. This subject will involve practical components, where students will engage in a
variety of games, sports and physical activities to apply the theoretical concepts covered. This subject will assist those students
wanting to study further courses related to sports coaching, fitness training and other sport related professions.
Specialist Volleyball (Elective) COST $90

Pre-requisite: Completion of Year 9 Specialised Volleyball and/or approval from Volleyball Specialist Teacher to
undertake the course
Year 10 Specialist Volleyball is an extension course to the Specialist Volleyball elective offered in Year 9. Students
will engage in both practical and theory-based lessons to continue the development of key volleyball skills, game
strategies and tactical awareness whilst on the volleyball court. Engagement in practical sessions will provide
students the opportunity to refine volleyball skill movements, allowing students to adapt force, timing and intensity
for a variety of situations. Students will analyse their own and others performance and will learn key concepts
around enhancing athletic performance. Along with enhancing athletic performance, students will continue to
develop refereeing skills and will complete a Level 1 Volleyball Coaching Certificate (cost for this course is covered
in the subject fee) Opportunities to engage in extracurricular tournaments and competitions whereby they
represent the school will also be provided throughout the course.
All students enrolled in Specialist Volleyball will have access to experienced coaching staff.
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LANGUAGES
Year 12
Year 10 Year 11
ATAR French
French ATAR French Unit 3 and 4
Unit 1 and 2
Prerequisite: Prerequisite:
Prerequisite: Min. C Grade in Year 11
Year 9 French Min. B Grade in Year 10 French French
French (Elective) COST $75

Why choose French?
We live in a world where the effective distances between countries, people and trading are forever getting smaller. In a
modern society of social media, technology and ease of traveling, students who have studied a foreign language will have
a significant benefit over non-foreign language learners. Languages are a tool to learn about the world, to cross cultural
and linguistic barriers and, most importantly, to be able to communicate in a meaningful way. In addition to this, many
students learning a foreign language show significant improvements in their grasp and communication skills in the English
language. Language students also benefit from a 10% Language ATAR bonus in Year 12.
French students will learn how to develop effective, strong work ethics and positive attitudes towards planning, initiative
taking, critical thinking, analysing, finding patterns and connecting dots. Students are also encouraged to make links
between subject areas, work together in teams and are guided to develop tolerance and awareness of cultural values
and practices.
Students who select French for Year 10 will be thoroughly prepared for the French: Second Language ATAR course that
runs in Year 11 and 12 (dependent on the number of enrolments). The emphasis lies on deepening subject knowledge
and strengthening conversational skills. Students will also make cultural comparisons between English and French
speaking countries and express their views on a range of contemporary social and environmental issues.
Foreign language learning at Year 10 and beyond plays a key role in meeting Harrisdale Senior High School’s mission to
prepare students to leave the school as confident, capable and caring young adults prepared for their next step in life.
Units that will be covered in Year 10 are:
• Unit 1 - La Routine Journalière.
Students discuss their daily routines in and out of school.
• Unit 2 - La Santé des Jeunes.
Students explore healthy lifestyles and fitness.
• Unit 3 - L’Avenir Nous Appartient.
Students discuss future plans using the future tenses and the conditional.
• Unit 4 - Vive les Vacances !
Students talk about their typical holidays, travel plans and activities.
Excursions & Extra-curricular activities

Throughout the year, various exciting excursions and activities are organised that Year 10 French students are strongly
encouraged to take part in.
In Term 1, French students will learn how to make crêpes using a French recipe. Term 2, students will be able to go to
the cinema and watch a French film. Term 3 the Alliance Française exam competition (listening, reading and writing) are
organised, giving students an excellent opportunity to show their French skills. To finish the year in Term 4,
all Year 10 French students are invited to enjoy a lovely meal in a French restaurant.
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TECHNOLOGIES
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TECHNOLOGIES
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TECHNOLOGIES
The Developing Child (Elective) COST $50

This course focuses on human development from conception through to the pre-school child. Skills, processes, understanding
and knowledge are explored in relation to responsibilities of parenthood and the needs of children. Factors affecting the
growth and development of the child will be studied through discussion, design process and a variety of food and textile
practical activities. Examples of content covered in this course include responsibilities of parenthood, pregnancy, physical and
emotional development, play, safety, nutrition, and language development.
Studying this course will benefit students who have an interest in child care for personal interest or who would like to explore
working with children. Possible career avenues could include child care industry, teaching, nursing or working with children in
a specialty field.
If students have particular interest in this area of study, they can continue their knowledge by choosing Certificate II in
Community Services in Year 11 and 12, before choosing post school options of TAFE or University.
Fun with Fabrics - Textiles (Elective) COST $60

The Fashion Design Course provides students with the opportunity to work within the field of textiles and art. The textiles
component of the course builds students’ technical abilities in sewing, patternmaking, technical drawing and fabric knowledge.
The art component of the course focuses on design principles, fabric manipulation and creative thinking. Students will explore
historical and contemporary fashions to inform their practice.
The Fashion Design course develops students’ creativity, knowledge and transferable skills. Students may use these attributes
and skills for employment or further study, to develop their sewing construction skills, experiment with textiles, create their
own designs, and develop life skills.
Food Technology (Elective) COST $90

Food Technology provides opportunities for students to develop their food related interests and understandings through the
design and production of nutritious food related products, services or systems.
The focus of Semester 1 is exploring and producing food from a formal menu. Students will develop self-management and
communication skills critical to facilitate working with others to design, produce and evaluate their food and cater for a
medium scale function with guests and family invited.
Semester 2, skills are explored in the area of baked goods and creating café foods while meeting personal needs. Students
learn how to select, use nutritious ingredients and cater to those with allergens to make popular café foods such as
Muffins, Wraps, Pasties, Sandwiches and a variety Beverages. Students investigate and create celebration cakes and gain
experience working with Fondant, Royal icings and Chocolate. No matter what your preferred style of eating, this course will
tempt your taste buds.
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STUDENT NOTES
TECHNOLOGIES
Building and Construction (Elective) COST $60

STUDENT
Building and Construction provides foundation skills for studentsNOTES
who are considering a career within the construction industry.
This practical course builds on skills found in lower school materials and design units to develop students’ skills in metalwork,
woodwork and bricklaying. For example, students will learn how to build steps out of wood, lay brick walls with corners and
pillars, construct stud walls and use more challenging MIG and TIG welding techniques.
STUDENT NOTES
This course provides students with the opportunity to:
• Increase understanding of workshop terminology and literacy, needed to communicate effectively within industry.
• Develop knowledge of tools and safe work practices, while following OHS standards.
• Develop pride in themselves and their work.
STUDENT NOTES
• Use hand and power tools to gain and sharpen practical skills.
• Develop their personal understanding or the technology and design process.
• Work collaboratively with other member of the class (which is a necessity for industry).
The content and delivery for this course is suitable to both male and female students. This course is an extension of Building
Construction 1 which students may have studied in Year 9. The subject further develops the skills, knowledge and processes
of welding, home maintenance and systems. A continuation of safe work practices with under-pinning knowledge is achieved
during the course.
Welding
Students further develop their knowledge and abilities in oxy-acetylene and arc welding from Building Construction 1. Students
are introduced to Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding process.
Activities:
• MIG welding – complete small exercises that assist with the introduction of MIG and demonstrate welding competency.
• Design and manufacture a small project that demonstrates various acquired welding skills.
Home Maintenance
Students complete simple building construction tasks that introduce them to power tool safety and use, develop knowledge
in site preparation, planning strategies and investigation, quantities and cost estimation.
Activities:
• Construct simple brick structures – corners and pillars
• Undertake activities that develop introductory carpentry skills
TECHNOLOGIES
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TECHNOLOGIES
Coding (Elective) COST $30
Students new to Coding are provided with the opportunity to be immersed in Coding Languages such as JavaScript and Python
in a collaborative environment. Students familiar with Coding will engage in the more challenging Intermediate and Advanced
Competition Streams.
Students will also have access to a comprehensive set of materials covering computer science, digital technologies, interface
design and multimedia coding. All resources are developed by educators with experience in teaching computer science.
Students will have access to an extensive library of courses, notes and problems. They will have entry to the annual
competitions including Web. Comp and the Challenge.
Digital Imaging (Elective) COST $50

The Year 10 Digital Imaging course provides students with the knowledge and skills to use a range of computer hardware and
software. With modern equipment, software and facilities, students will learn to edit images, create/edit audio, design
websites, create animations, create/edit video using various software. The course teaches a range of technology-based skills
that equip students for the 21st century.
Electronics and Robotics (Elective) COST $60

This course is designed as a continuation of the Year 9 course but can be taken in Year 10 regardless. The course is a mainly
hands-on where students will build a number of electronic models. The models build on skills and knowledge gained in
previous years. Students create circuits and etch printed circuit boards. Soldering skills will be developed alongside hand tools
and machinery. During second semester students will be introduced to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) where they will
be required to both code the microcontroller whilst considering the hardware connections and components.
Technical Drawing and Design (Elective) COST $40

This course is a continuation for students who like to sketch or wish to pursue a career where they will need to communicate
through drawing. Students will work through challenging design problems that will include: perspective drawings, drafting
detailed house plans and tasks which develop both lateral and creative thinking skills.
This subject explores the fundamentals of design as a communication discipline. It also introduces students to the skills and
knowledge needed to be an effective visual communicator, which is important in ATAR folio based subjects. Computer-Aided
Design (CAD) skills suitable for careers in mechanical engineering are taught in conjunction with the freehand sketching skills
used by architects and product designers.
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STUDENT NOTES
TECHNOLOGIES
Practical Engineering Principles and Systems (Elective) COST $80

Practical Engineering Principles and Systems is STUDENT NOTES
largely a hands-on course which focuses on the development of solutions to
engineering problems. The Year 10 course follows on from Year 9 but can be selected as a standalone elective as the course is
flexible in the models it has on offer. The tasks and projects explore simple engineering systems including mechanical,
electrical, heat, sound and light. In the first part of the course, students will develop their skills and knowledge to build a variety
of projects ranging from electronic circuit boards STUDENT
to electric andNOTES
solar power models.
Metal Technology (Elective) COST $80

STUDENT NOTES
This course is a model-making subject aimed at developing basic knowledge and use of metal as a material.
Metalwork is essentially a hands-on, practical subject covering marking out, bending, grinding, fixing (riveting,
pinning, soldering and welding) and the finishing of metal. For example, the students will get to use silver to make
a silver ring. The course continues from Year 9 but can be commenced in Year 10.
Woodwork (Elective) COST $80

The Wood unit is aimed at developing basic knowledge, understanding and practical skills using wood and complements Year
9. Students will have the opportunity to make three items from wood, with two being assessed. During this process students
will further develop the foundational skills required to accurately read plans, mark out, saw, pair out, sand and join wood.
Students will also be taught how to use workshop equipment such as a bandsaw, disc and belt sander as well as chisels.
Students will also use orbital hand sanders and different types of joining techniques to complete increasingly more challenging
tasks.
This course provides students with the opportunity to:
• Develop knowledge of tools and safe work practices
• Increase understanding of workshop terminology and literacy
• Develop pride in work and self
• Use hand and power tools to develop practical skills
• Gain an understanding of the technology process
Year 10 Wood introduces students to the finer skills and craft of producing high quality products from timber. As there is a
creative element to this subject, students have the opportunity to be inventive and to develop their design skills in the
manufacture of various products, some of which will be fabricated using advanced manufacturing technologies including laser
cutting and CNC routing. This course is an excellent introduction to furniture making and gives students an excellent
preparation for Year 11 and 12 Woodwork Technology course.
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SCSASTUDENT NOTES
ENDORSED PROGRAM
An endorsed program is a significant learning program that has been developed for senior secondary students. The program
STUDENT
may have been developed by the School Curriculum NOTES
and Standards Authority, or it may have been developed by a private
provider or a school and subsequently endorsed by the Authority.
Each endorsed program consists of a series of lessons, classes and/or activities designed to lead to the achievement of a
common goal or set of learning outcomes. Endorsed
STUDENTprogramsNOTES
can be delivered as part of the school curriculum or as extra-
curricular activities.
All endorsed programs successfully completed and reported to the Authority by the school
• are listed on the student’s Western Australian

STUDENT Statement of Student Achievement
NOTES
• may contribute towards the breadth-and-depth requirement of the WACE
• may contribute towards the C grade requirement of the WACE.
Each endorsed program is allocated one, two, three or four unit equivalents.
Students will be able to count a maximum of 4 unit equivalents from endorsed programs for WACE purposes, two in Year 11
and two in Year 12.
Bush Rangers (Co-Curricular) COST $120

Bush Rangers WA is a conservation and community development program, which supports young Western Australians in
taking an active role in the conservation of the natural environment through a variety of practical nature conservation projects
and recreational activities. The Bush Rangers WA program is a School Curriculum and Standards Authority endorsed program
(SCSA). Completion of Levels 1, 2 and 3 by cadets in Years 10 - 12 may count towards meeting requirements of the WA
Certificate of Education (WACE) as well as volunteer hours.
Activities, may include rehabilitation of bush land, tree planting, first aid courses, handling snakes, reptiles and birds of prey,
experiencing Indigenous culture and bush tucker, teambuilding, leadership and social skills games, caving, abseiling and rock-
climbing, camping, snorkelling and scuba diving. Also included are some whole-day excursions and overnight camp.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (Co-Curricular) COST $130, $150 OR $170
This award is a global non-formal education framework that challenges young people aged 14 – 24 years to
develop the character, skills and confidence they need to improve themselves and their communities by
encouraging them to step outside their comfort zone and build positive habits that they will take with them for
the rest of their lives.
The award comprises of three levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold with four sections: Voluntary Service, Skills, Physical
Recreation and Adventurous Journey.
Cost Bronze $130

Silver $150
Gold $170
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LOWER SCHOOL ASSESSMENT and REPORTING POLICY
Harrisdale Senior High School strives for excellence in teaching and learning, incorporating the most recent
research on the highest impact in improving student educational outcomes.
Assessment is the process of gathering information about students and their learning and making judgments
on achievement using the data gathered. This information forms the basis of planning for future teaching and
learning. Assessment is an integral part of teaching and learning. This includes national and state wide
assessments such as NAPLAN and OLNA, administered according to guidelines provided.
Assessments are imperative for continued progress and monitoring of student achievement.
By introducing the Lower School Assessment and Reporting Policy to all students from Year 7, it is expected
that by Senior School, students will be taking full responsibility for their learning and achievement of success.
It is our aim to allow staff, students and parents to work together in order to allow students maximum
opportunities to successfully complete their assessment program.
Western Australian Curriculum

The School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority) requires all schools to implement the Western
Australian Curriculum and Assessment Outline at www.scsa.wa.edu.au to meet the learning needs of all
students.
Assessment procedures must therefore be fair, valid, reliable and inclusive and specifically reflect School
Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority) Assessment Principles.
Assessment Principles
• Assessment should be an integral part of teaching and learning.
• Assessment should be educative and fair.
• Assessments should be designed to meet their specific purposes.
• Assessment should lead to informative reporting.
• Assessment should lead to school-wide evaluation processes.
• Assessment should provide significant data for improvement of teaching practices.
Student Responsibilities
1. Maintain a good record of attendance, conduct and progress.
2. Complete and submit all assessment tasks described in the course and assessment outline or learning
program by the due date.
3. With the assistance of parents / carers, initiate contact with teachers concerning absence from class,
missed assessments, extension requests and other issues pertaining to assessment. This contact must
be made prior to the due date of any assessments.
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STUDENT NOTES
Missed and Late Assessment Policy

STUDENT Guidelines
Parent / Carer Responsibilities and Communication NOTES
Notification Regarding Absence
If a student is absent for an assessment, communication from a parent or caregiver must be received by
the teacher before or on the day of the STUDENT
assessment. NOTES
At times, students may miss an assessment date due to illness, injury or personal circumstance. Absence
from a specially scheduled assessment task (including tests, examinations, practical tasks, performances,
etc) requires advanced notification andSTUDENT
must be accompanied
NOTES by an acceptable explanation (eg medical
certificate, parent note of explanation) in order for students to complete that assessment task or a similar
task and gain credit.
If the absence is for in class assessments, the classroom teacher must be notified prior to the scheduled
task.
If the absence is for OLNA or NAPLAN, the Associate Principal must be notified prior to the scheduled task.
Students, upon return to school, are still expected to sit all assessments and submit all tasks by the revised
date.
Students will sit missed assessments at a time and location convenient to teachers (before school, after
school or during breaks) to ensure minimum disruption to continuity of teaching and learning.
This policy ensures all students are provided with the opportunity to receive appropriate feedback on
their existing skills and content knowledge, supporting success for all students.
Extensions
This relates to tasks that are done over a period of time (both in and out of class time) and will have due
dates for both drafts and final completion clearly stated. They are usually extended pieces of work or
assignments that have a number of components to them.
• Students will be required to submit draft work before the final due date for assessments for the
purpose of receiving effective feedback on work completed to date.
• Students may apply to the class teacher for an extension to the due date for an assignment, prior
to the due date. Any extensions granted will be at the discretion of the teacher and must be
recorded in the teacher’s records.
Late Entry/New Enrolments to Courses

The assessment outline will be modified for a student entering when a course has commenced so as not
to disadvantage the student.
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Cheating, collusion and plagiarism

Students shown to have cheated in assessment work or in examinations will not receive credit for that
task.
• Collusion is when students work together in a deceitful way and submit work that is not their own
for assessment.
• Plagiarism is when students use someone else’s words or ideas without acknowledging that they
have done so. That is, work is essentially copied.
• If work that is not the original product of that student is submitted for assessment, a mark of zero
will be awarded and parents will be informed.
• Students will be given a modified assessment to complete in accordance with Harrisdale policy
that every student is still expected to sit all assessments and submit all tasks by the revised date.
• Students who in any way share part or all of an invigilated assessment will be penalised. Students
who provide the information will also be penalised.
COMPLETING ASSESSMENT TASKS

All assessment tasks need to be completed. Failure to complete an assessment task will jeopardise your
chances of being awarded a higher grade.
Please refer to the Assessment Policy in the School Handbook or Harrisdale Senior High School’s website
for more information (https://harrisdaleshs.wa.edu.au/helpful-information/policies/).
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CONTRIBUTIONS and CHARGES
The following information is intended to make the school charges and contributions structure clear for parents and
caregivers. Harrisdale Senior High School directs its efforts towards keeping costs as low and as equitable as possible.
The Harrisdale Senior High School - School Board has examined the contributions and charges structure in detail and
has approved the amounts shown in accordance with the Education Act.
EXPLANATION
Contributions in WA Government schools are set at a maximum of $235 per student for a nominal curriculum. Funds
raised from school contributions and charges are expended on texts and consumables essential for teaching which is
not supplied by the Government. Examples of these expenses are textbooks, photocopy materials, computer/ digital
items, cooking ingredients, materials for art, design and technology and science activities. As part of the school
budgeting process, a portion of each $235 is allocated to each learning area.
In 2023 the Year 10 allocations for the $235 are as follows:
• $34 Mathematics
• $32 English
• $38 Science
• $30 Humanities & Social Sciences
• $20 The Arts
• $20 Technology & Enterprise
• $41 Physical Education / Health
• $20 Languages Other Than English
COMPULSORY CHARGES YEARS 10

Extra cost optional courses (elective subjects) outside the basic curriculum program incur additional charges above the
voluntary contribution of $235. For example, Sports, Visual Art and Food attract compulsory charges for items such as
consumable materials. Charges relate to items that students consume over and above what is supplied by the
Department of Education.
WHERE CHARGES ARE NOT PAID, STUDENTS WILL BE REDIRECTED TO LOW COST ELECTIVE SUBJECTS. 50% OF THE SUBJECT CHARGE FOR EXTRA
COST OPTIONAL COURSES IS REQUIRED TO BE PAID IN ADVANCE BY WEDNESDAY 7 DECEMBER 2022. THE BALANCE IS REQUIRED TO BE PAID
BY WEEK 5 OF TERM 1 2023 (UNLESS A PAYMENT PLAN HAS BEEN ARRANGED).
PAYMENT OF CONTRIBUTIONS & CHARGES

We recommend you start making plans now so that you are in a position to pay your Voluntary Contributions and
Compulsory Charges. Accounts should be settled before commencement of the new school year, or as soon as possible
during Term 1, using one of the methods outlined on the following. Accounts will be provided to you in December 2022.
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Methods of Payment
Accounts can be settled by any of the following methods;
At school:
• Cash or cheque
• EFTPOS (cheque or savings accounts)
• Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard or Bankcard)
• Payment Plan from a bank, credit union or building society account, paid by instalments (application must be
completed at the school)
• Credit Card instalment payments (complete application at the school)
Or online:
• BPOINT (via our website harrisdaleshs.wa.edu.au)
• BPAY – Please refer to your Contributions and Charges for details on your biller code and reference number
• Direct Deposit into school bank account
BSB 066 040
Account Number 19903573
using Students Surname, First Name as reference
Why it is Important to Pay Voluntary Contributions and Charges

The State Government through the Department of Education provides placement at educational facilities for all students
who choose to attend Government schools. The Department also pays salaries of all teaching and non-teaching staff plus
costs such as repairs, maintenance and utilities. Government does not provide for some of the goods and services which
students use and it is reasonable for parents to meet these costs. Financial support provided by parents has always
played an enabling role in the provision of resources that extends the school’s capacity to deliver quality teaching and
learning programs. Estimates of the level of the total payments that will be received from parents form an important
element in the school’s annual financial plans.
Who should pay?

As all students benefit from the pool of collected fees, it is fair to expect that all parents pay the balance of contributions
and charges. Year 10 parents of students who wish to choose the more expensive option subjects need to consider these
costs during the subject selection process.
A Compassionate View
This school is only too aware that the payment of school contributions and charges can be a burden for some families.
Payment plans can be tailored to suit families in those financial circumstances. Deferred payments and credit
card/savings account debits are also options available to support parents experiencing difficulties.
However, we do need to talk to you about this and in this regard, we ask you to contact the school.
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Collecting Contributions & Charges

The school will actively seek full payment of contributions and charges from parents/caregivers of all students at
Harrisdale Senior High School. The School Board supports the school taking a proactive approach to the collection of
contributions and charges and in support of this process, has endorsed the following actions:
• Regular statements and unpaid billing item reminders will be sent home to parents.
• Parents who refuse to communicate with the school and have made no effort to pay will be sent reminder letters
by the Manager Corporate Services. Where high cost electives are being studied, timetable changes of students
to low-cost subjects that meet the requirements of the West Australian curriculum may be made.
• Telephone calls made to the Fees Biller.
Voluntary Approved Requests

Pastoral Care
A contribution of $25.00 to support the presence of a non-denominational chaplain who is an integral part of the school’s
Student Services team and is not an employee of the Department of Education. This position is solely funded by the
community and your donations.
P & C Contributions
The P&C (Parents and Citizens) Association seeks your support in 2023 by appealing to parents for a contribution of
$20.00 per family. This enables the P & C to purchase much needed equipment and resources for student use and relieve
the pressure of a few volunteers to raise funds.
Library Contribution
The Library contribution is $25.00 as the school is required to purchase a large and expensive range of equipment and
books. Department of Education provides limited funding to provide resources for this centre.
Information Technology
We are requesting $30.00 to assist with the upgrade, support, management, training and ongoing maintenance of the
school’s computer network.
Other Optional Costs

Smartrider Cards
Smartrider cards are issued to all new students. The cost of the initial card is free. Photos of Year 7 students will be taken
in week 1 and these will be printed on the cards. New students who have not had their photo taken should request to
be photographed at Student Services. Replacement cards can be issued at a cost of $5.00.
Printing Credit
$15 printing allocation
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Extra Cost Optional Components of Educational Programs

(Anticipated Excursions, Incursions, Competitions and Other Activities)
As required by the Department of Education, parents and guardians need to be informed of the excursions, incursions,
camps, competitions and other activities that may take place in 2023. Participation in these activities is voluntary. The
charge listed is an estimated maximum amount that can be charged and will not be exceeded. There may be additional
excursions that have no cost to the parents or guardians.
The costs below are estimated maximum amounts for which payment will be required during the year at the time of the
activity. Please do not pay until notice has been given.
Secondary Assistance Scheme

Education Program Allowance (EPA) and Clothing Allowance
The Western Australian Department of Education provides an allowance to assist eligible families with secondary
schooling costs.
To be eligible for the allowance the parent/guardian must hold a Department of Human Services (Centrelink)or Veterans’
Affairs card that represents a statement of income for the family.
The allowance consists of two components:
• $115 Clothing Allowance paid directly to the parent/guardian or the school.
• $235 Educational Program Allowance paid directly to the school.
Applications can be made at the school by a parent or guardian of student/s enrolled in Years 7–12 studying a full time
secondary course at a Western Australian public school.
Eligibility Criteria
Parent or Guardian must hold one of the following cards:
• Department of Human Services (Centrelink) Health Care Card
• Department of Human Services (Centrelink) Pensioner Concession Card
• Veterans’ Affairs Pensioner Concession Card
The parent/guardian must be the holder of a card that is valid some time during first term
Applications for EPA Close Friday 7 April 2023.
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STUDENT
PROPOSED GRID NOTES
(Subject to change without notice)
Students will select one subject per column
STUDENT
STUDENTNOTES
NOTES
STUDENT
STUDENTNOTES
NOTES
STUDENT
STUDENTNOTES
NOTES
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SUBJECT SELCTIONS ONLINE
STUDENT LOGIN INSTRUCTIONS

STUDENT NOTES
We are pleased to advise you will be able to choose your courses for next year using SSO.
You can access your selections by going to the following website:
https://client.subjectselectiononline.com.au/?school=ewdpa
STUDENT NOTES
Please note the site is only available between the dates and times that are advertised by Harrisdale Senior High
School throughout Home Room and Connect.
How do students login?
STUDENT NOTES
You will need to go the website and enter the first part of your Department of Education email address
(ie Harris.Dale2 if your email address is harris.dale2@student.education.wa.edu.au), and then your Pin, which is
your SCSA Number (found on the cover of your school report), click Login:
EXAMPLE:- Your login details are:-
Harris.Dale2
93978000
What do I need to do once I’ve logged in?

Read the information and complete the instructions that appear on the screen. You can see which instructions you
have completed correctly, when they are marked with a green tick in the left margin.
Ask your parent/carer to sit with you when you make your selections, and discuss what you are choosing. Make
sure you have completed all instructions on the screen. Near the end of the selection process, your parent/carer
will need to enter a PIN they have been sent (this is different to yours). They need to enter this, to confirm they
have approved your selections.
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NOTES
STUDENT NOTES
STUDENT NOTES
STUDENT NOTES
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NOTES
STUDENT NOTES
STUDENT NOTES
STUDENT NOTES
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Address: 1 Laverton Crescent, Harrisdale, WA 6112
Telephone: 08 9397 8000
Email: harrisdale.shs@education.wa.edu.au
Web: www.harrisdaleshs.wa.edu.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/HarrisdaleSHS
Address: 1 Laverton Crescent, Harrisdale, WA 6112

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Telephone: 08 9397 8000

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SUBJECT SELECTIONS ONLINE..................................................................................................................................... 47

Before you read further, take note of the following acronyms:

• What interests you?

Identify The Stepping Stones

• Will you need experience before you get the job?

Literacy and Numeracy standards

Timetabling constraints may affect the availability of subjects.

Post-Secondary School Options:

YEAR 13 OPTIONS CONSIDERATIONS

What does this mean for a Year 9 student?

• Your Year 10 achievement profile;

For STP Entry

Minimum standard of literacy and numeracy

Numeracy Reading Writing

2023 (provisional) Testing Window dates

Additional information can be obtained from the SCSA Website

NOTE: Timetabling constraints may affect the availability of subjects.

2. Mathematics (Compulsory) Streamed according to performance in Year 9

3. Science (Compulsory) Streamed according to performance in Year 9

4. Humanities & Social Science (Compulsory) Streamed according to performance in Year 9

5. Physical Education (Compulsory)

6. Health Education (Compulsory)

Learning Area Year 10 Year 11 Year 12

Timetabling constraints may affect the availability of subjects.

Learning Area Year 10 Year 11 Year 12

Timetabling constraints may affect the availability of subjects.

Timetabling constraints may affect the availability of subjects.

Learning Area Year 10 Year 11 Year 12

Timetabling constraints may affect the availability of subjects.

English COST $32

The Power of Speech (Elective) COST $20

Accounting and Finance (Elective) COST $30

Business Management and Enterprise (Elective) COST $30

Discovering Economics (Elective) COST $20

Mathematics Academic Extension COST $34

Mathematics General COST $34

Science COST $38

The Science Understanding strand is broken into four sub-strands.

Dance (Elective) COST $60

Drama (Elective) COST $60

Fashion Design (Elective) COST $60

Media Arts (Elective) COST $60

Music Studies (Elective) COST $60

Music Appreciation (Elective) COST $60

• Create two-dimensional and three-dimensional artworks

Visual Arts (Elective) COST $60

Visual Arts Specialist Program (Elective) COST $60

Health and Physical Education COST $41

• Being healthy, safe and active

Specialised Health and Sport Science (Elective) COST $50

General Health and Sport Science (Elective) COST $50

Specialist Volleyball (Elective) COST $90

French (Elective) COST $75

Excursions & Extra-curricular activities

The Developing Child (Elective) COST $50

Fun with Fabrics - Textiles (Elective) COST $60

Food Technology (Elective) COST $90

Building and Construction (Elective) COST $60

Digital Imaging (Elective) COST $50

Electronics and Robotics (Elective) COST $60

Technical Drawing and Design (Elective) COST $40