Stage 6 Subject Selection Information Evening - June 13, 2017
Explore important details regarding subject selection, eligibility requirements, and the process for HSC and ATAR qualifications. Learn about the courses, assessments, and pathways for students to achieve academic success at RHHS through insightful presentations by school authorities. Understand the significance of subject choices and the Expression of Interest form in shaping your academic future.
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Stage 6 Subject Selection Information Evening Tuesday June 13 2017
Program: Simon Kelly RHHS Deputy Principal Subject Categories Expression of Interest Process Timelines Kathryn Henson RHHS Careers Advisor Subject Choices
Subject Categories
HSC Eligibility Requirements To qualify for the HSC: 12 units Preliminary (usually 6 subjects) 10 units HSC (usually 5 subjects) Students must satisfactorily complete courses comprising this pattern of study. Students must also: - Complete the practical, oral or project works required for specific courses - Satisfactorily complete the internal assessment requirements for each course - Sit for and make a serious attempt at the Higher School Certificate examinations
Eligibility Requirements Board Developed Courses Category A count towards HSC and ATAR VET courses (Hospitality + TAFE delivered) have competency assessment. They are category (B) courses and only 2 units of these will contribute to an ATAR Board Endorsed Courses (BEC) have no external HSC examination only school unmoderated assessment marks appear on the HSC record of achievement. They will not count towards an ATAR
To achieve the HSC: 6 units of Board Developed courses 2 units of a Board Developed course in English OR English Studies 3 courses of 2 unit value or greater Four subjects (eg: English, Maths)
To be eligible for an ATAR: Be eligible for an HSC plus 8 units of Category A courses plus 2 units of a Board Developed course in English 3 courses of 2 unit value or greater Four subjects (eg: English, Maths) No more than 6 units of Science
Expression of Interest Process
Expression of Interest form This is NOT your Subject Selection form
Tomorrow emailed to each student in Years 1.0 and 1.1 Can be accessed through http://bit.ly/RHHS10EOI http://bit.ly/RHHS11EOI
Subject Selection Timelines
Timeline Term 2 Mon 5thJune - Week 7 Term 2 Year 10 HSC Information Evening Wed 7thJune Week 7 Term 2 Subject Selection booklets Issued electronically Tuesday 13thJune Week 8 Term 2 Subject Selection Information Evening Expression of Interest Google Form Issued
Timeline Term 2 and 3 Tues 20thJune - Week 9 Term 2 Subject Selection meeting with Head Teachers Fri 23rdJune Week 9 Term 2 EOI collated Mon 26thJune to Fri 30thJune Week 10 Term 2 Mon 17thJuly to 21stJuly Week 1 Term 3 Subject Selection Interviews Wed 26thJuly Week 2 Term 3 Subject Selection forms issued Google Form
Timeline Term 3 Wed 2ndAug Week 3 Term 3 Subject Selection Google Forms collated Wed 25thAug Week 6 Term 3 Students notified of Stage 6 Subject allocation
Careers Advisor /Vet Co-ordinator Ms Henson
Student ability and ongoing commitment to a subject. Future career plans Previous elective success HSC with an ATAR Australian Tertiary Admission Rank necessary for entrance into university Or HSC with a Non ATAR University prerequisites
Vocational Education and Training Courses The courses available at Rouse Hill HS are: Hospitality Food & Beverage ,Entertainment and Construction Are written by industry and are competency based- hands on learning Board Developed Count towards the ATAR The completion of these Framework courses is equivalent to a Certificate 11 at TAFE
Students must complete 70hours of Workplace Learning (2 weeks) developing employability skills such as: Problem solving Initiative/enterprise Planning & organisation Self-management Learning & Communication Team work Technology
Subject Selection ebooklet Careers Advisor, Faculty Heads and teachers Bullseye Career Information ebooklet Job Guide website UAC Handbook and University websites course prerequisites TAFENSW website and institute booklets Western Sydney Careers Expo
There are many websites with a wealth of information These include: The Rouse Hill HS Careers webpage www.australiaapprenticeships.gov.au SKILLSROAD.COM.AU http://joboutlook.gov.au www.defencejobs.gov.au Job Jump >schooltowork.com.au
Save websites and information electronically in your favourites, on your phones, laptops ,ipads or other devices in an organised way for easy access as you complete your Senior years. Make sure your information is digitally organised and good luck with your ongoing Career planning.
