Study at St John s Flow Chart Year 7-9 Year 10 - RoSA Career HSC University HSC University HSC For students intending to go to university and therefore require an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank). Students can research university courses to determine which subjects are recommended for their desired courses, and the previous year ATAR cut off for entry. Students intending to attend university need to complete 12 units of Board Developed Courses (BDC) in Year 11 and at least 10 Board Developed Course units in Year 12. Examples of careers requiring a university degree include: Teacher (Secondary or Primary School), Engineer, Nurse, Accountant, Psychologist, Physiotherapist, Scientist, ADFA careers, Veterinarian, Surveyor, Lawyer, Pilot, Chemist, Dentist, Doctor, Optometrist, Graphic Artist, Journalist, Musician, Paramedic, Town Planner, System Analyst, Architect, Builder. Career HSC For students intending to complete the HSC and gain employability skills as part of their course of study and enhance entry to various career paths. The course of study can include Board Endorsed Courses which count towards the HSC but not the calculation of an ATAR for university entry. It may include a VET or EVET course. Examples of careers that may require non-university study, further training or an apprenticeship: Preschool Teacher, General Defence Force careers, Animal Attendant, Pilot, Accountant, Counselor, Graphic Artist, Retail Manager, Journalist, Massage Therapist, Musician, Ambulance Officer, Real Estate Agent, Information Technology Support Technician, Construction (e.g. carpenter, plumber and electrician), Office Worker, Hospitality Industry Worker, Sports Trainer, Hairdresser, Beautician, Mechanic, Metal Worker (e.g. welder/boilermaker), Farm Hand, Retail Worker. page 3
Career Pathways Below are some suggested patterns of study that can be used as a guide for various career and university pathways. Some points to note: 1. All students must choose one course in Religion: either, I or. 2. All students must choose one course from either, or English Studies. 3. It is not possible to choose both and. University HSC Pathway The pattern of study for this pathway is chosen from the general list of subjects that clearly meet the NESA criteria for attaining an ATAR (it may include only one VET Framework course). Students would follow this pattern of study to support entry to various career paths. 1 x Religious Education 1 of the following: 1 unit Studies of Religion 1 unit Studies of Religion 2 unit 1 x English 4 or 5 x Other Courses: 1 of the following: English Advanced English Standard Aboriginal Studies Agriculture Ancient History Community & Family Studies Design & Technology Drama Earth & Environmental Science Economics English Extension (1 unit) Food Technology French Continuers Geography Indonesian Continuers Industrial Technology Information Processes & Technology Legal Studies Mathematics Extension (1 unit) Modern History Music 1 PDHPE Society & Culture Software Design & Development Textiles & Design Visual Arts VET Construction Hospitality - Kitchen Operations page 4
Career HSC Pathway The pattern of study for this pathway may include VET, EVET and Category B subjects. Subjects from the overall list may also be included. It may or may not lead to an ATAR depending on the subjects chosen. For students choosing this pathway, a HSC is achieved. University entry is not envisaged in the short term. This pathway allows certain exit points validated with a RoSA Certificate for students who choose not to complete a HSC. Possible Exit Points Include: Full-time employment Further Full-time study (eg. TAFE) Apprenticeship/traineeship Completion of the HSC 1 x Religious Education 1 of the following: 1 unit Studies of Religion 1 unit 1 x English Recommended Courses: 1 of the following: CEC Courses (1 unit) (Yr11 only) Sport, Lifestyle & Recreation (1 unit) (Yr11 only) At least one VET or EVET course is recommended Construction Hospitality - Kitchen Operations See TAFE NSW Website / VET Coordinator Additional subjects could include: Aboriginal Studies Agriculture Ancient History Community & Family Studies Design & Technology Drama Earth & Environmental Science Economics Food Technology French Continuers Geography Indonesian Continuers Industrial Technology Information Processes & Technology Legal Studies Modern History Music 1 PDHPE Society & Culture Software Design & Development Textiles & Design Visual Arts page 5
Glossary ATAR Board Developed Course Board Endorsed Course HSC Tertiary Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank; a measure of a student's overall academic achievement in relation to that of other students and helps universities rank applicants for selection into their courses. A course developed by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and counts towards the calculation of an ATAR for university entry A course endorsed NESA and counts towards the HSC, but not the calculation of an ATAR for university entry Higher School Certificate Post-secondary education; university Board Developed Courses These courses have been developed by NESA to count towards the calculation of an ATAR for university entry. Aboriginal Studies Agriculture Ancient History Design and Technology Drama Earth and Environmental Science Economics English Extension 1 English Extension 2 Food Technology French Continuers Geography Indonesian Industrial Technology Information Processes and Technology Legal Studies Mathematics Extension 1 Mathematics Extension 2 Leading to 1 HSC 2019 Modern History Music 1 Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Software Design and Development I Textiles and Design Visual Arts page 6
Board Endorsed Courses These courses have been endorsed by NESA to count towards the HSC, but do not count towards the calculation of an ATAR for university entry. Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies (120 Hours) Vocational Education and Training Board Developed Courses (only one course can be counted in ATAR calculation) (additional fees apply) - SJE Construction - SJE Hospitality - SJE Automotive - TAFE Electrotechnology - TAFE Human Services - Individual Support (Ageing) - TAFE Tourism and Events - TAFE EVET Board Endorsed Courses These count towards the HSC, but not an ATAR (additional fees apply) Aboriginal Languages - TAFE Aeroskills - Aerospace Training Services Animal Studies - TAFE Aviation (Flight Operations) - Aerospace Training Services Beauty Services - Makeup - TAFE Early Childhood Education and Care - TAFE Indigenous Primary Health Care - TAFE Maritime Operations TAFE Resources and Infrastructure - TAFE Retail Baking - TAFE Salon Assistant - TAFE Distance Education The following additional courses are also available through Distance Education: Karabar Distance Education Centre (fees apply) These are Board Developed Courses and count towards the calculation of an ATAR for university entry. German Information Processes Technology Italian Japanese Open High School (fees apply) Please note: Applications must be completed and submitted before the end of Term 3. page 7
The following table contains some suggested patterns of study and can be used as a guide for various career and university pathways. My interests, qualities and skills Careers and courses Possible subjects to consider Administration/ I m interested in...customer service, office operations I m...hardworking, organised, observant I enjoy...working with people, computers Agriculture, Animal Science I m interested in...the land, environment, farming, plants, animals. I m...observant, confident with animals, organised, patient I enjoy making things, planning, maths, manual work. Architecture I m interested in how things work, cityscapes, buildings, design, architecture, gardens, landscapes I m..artistic, imaginative, good with detail I enjoy making things, drawing, solving problems, designing Arts and Humanities I m interested in current affairs, social issues, politics, world events, writing, literature, religions, cultures, history I m...adventurous, creative, resourceful, curious, imaginative, conscientious I enjoy creative writing, debating, problem solving, thinking critically Automotive Trades I m interested in mechanics, cars, trucks, fixing mechanical objects, maths I m...adventurous, creative, resourceful, curious, imaginative, conscientious I enjoy...problem solving, working with motor vehicles, working with my hands, manual work Receptionist, Office Administrator, Data Entry Operator, Customer Service Assistant, Human Resources Assistant, School Administrative Assistant Animal handler, farmer, grazier, horticulturalist, produce/stud manager. Architect, building manager, construction manager, environmental planner, industrial designer, landscaper, property valuer, surveyor Anthropologist, archaeologist, archivist, historian, foreign affairs officer, government policy officer, journalist, media officer, researcher, marketing manager Automotive Trade Assistant, Service Technician Assistant, Motor Mechanic, Service Station Operator/Assistant, Spare Parts Retailer, Panel Beater, Auto- Electrician, Diesel Mechanic Work Studies Hospitality Aboriginal Studies I Agriculture Earth and Environmental Science Geography I Design and Technology Visual Arts Construction Industrial Technology I Legal Studies Modern History Ancient History Geography Visual Arts Aboriginal Studies Automotive (TAFE) Construction Sport, Lifestyle & Recreation page 8
My interests, qualities and skills Careers and courses Possible subjects to consider Beauty I m interested in...beauty therapy, make up, fashion I m... organised, observant, creative I enjoy... communicating with people, making things, creativity, working with my hands Make-up Artist, Beauty Salon Assistant, Beautician Beauty Services (TAFE) Salon Assistant (TAFE) Business, Commerce, Economics I m interested in politics, economics, business, current affairs, finance, banking, statistics, accounting I m...good with money, ethical, organised, persuasive, outgoing I enjoy leadership, solving problems, negotiating Communications and Media I m interested in current affairs, popular culture, social media, world events, politics, literature I m...a good communicator, imaginative, persuasive, an independent worker I enjoy writing, public speaking, debating, using initiative, motivating people Construction I m interested in...carpentry, working with wood, building industry I m...hardworking, organised, creative I enjoy...working with people, building, working with my hands Accountant, banker, business advisor, consultant, entrepreneur, financial planner, human resources manager, stockbroker, project manager Advertising account manager, commentator, editor, filmmaker, journalist, marketing manager, media officer, presenter, producer, public relations manager Builder, Carpenter, Concreter, Floor & Wall Tiler, Plumber, Plasterer, Project Manager, Estimator, Trades Assistant, Bricklayer, Painter and Decorator Cabinet Maker, Shop Fitter I Economics I Modern History Ancient History Visual Art Drama Indonesian Continuers French Continuers Construction Electrotechnology (TAFE) Creative and Performing Arts I m interested in theatre, fashion, popular culture, music, photography, drawing, painting, creating, research I m...creative, imaginative, organised, independent worker, outgoing I enjoy dancing, acting, performing, writing, making things, solving problems Animator, artist, cartoonist, composer, fashion designer, film director, journalist, musician, photographer, teacher, writer I Drama Music Visual Arts Textiles and Design Software Design and Development page 9
My interests, qualities and skills Careers and courses Possible subjects to consider Early Childhood Education and Care I m interested in...customer service, office operations, working with children I m...hardworking, organised, observant I enjoy...working with people, computers Childcare Assistant, Pre-School Teacher, Out-of-school-hours Supervisors, Out-ofschool-hours Coordinator, Out-of-schoolhours Assistant Early Childhood Education & Care (TAFE) Earth and Environmental Sciences I m interested in...being outdoors, the environment, nature, oceans, weather, marine life, waterways, animals, science, bushwalking I m...observant, resourceful, good with detail, organised I enjoy mathematics, design, science, working outdoors, solving problems. Education I m interested in...helping others, being outdoors, social equality, teaching, learning, school I m...active, a good communicator, patient, organised, creative, outgoing I enjoy English and Mathematics, planning, presenting, thinking critically Engineering I m interested in...maths, science, construction, electronics, computers, programming, mechanics, robotics I m...organised, creative, good with detail, technically minded, patient, persistent, resourceful, analytical I enjoy drawing, planning, computing, designing, solving problems Environmentalist, scientist, conservationist, forestry worker, marine conservation officer, food and drug safety officer, resource manager, environmental planner, urban planner Primary teacher, secondary teacher, early childhood teacher, corporate trainer, community educator, health and fitness consultant, personal trainer, fitness trainer Civil engineer, electrical engineer, chemical engineer, industrial engineer, manufacturer, mechanical engineer, construction manager I Earth and Environmental Science Geography Aboriginal Studies I PDHPE I Mathematics Extension 1 Software Design and Development Construction Information Processes and Technology Hairdressing I m interested in...customer service, office operations I m...hardworking, organised, observant, creative I enjoy...working with people, computers, being creative Hairdresser, Hair and Beauty Salon Assistant Hairdressing (TAFE) Beauty (TAFE) page 10
My interests, qualities and skills Careers and courses Possible subjects to consider Health Sciences I m interested in...health, nutrition, how the body works, people, science, helping others, alternative medicines I m...caring, curious, patient, dependable, organised, observant, open minded I enjoy listening, working with others, leadership Ambulance officer, paramedic, podiatrist, radiographer, occupational therapist, chiropractor, doctor, physiotherapist, speech therapist, audiologist, sonographer, community health worker, nurse, medical researcher, medical scientist, health researcher, nutritionist, dietician, dental hygienist, pharmacist I PDHPE Hospitality Commercial Cookery I m interested in...cooking, desserts, I m...hardworking, organised, observant, creative I enjoy...cooking, working with food, creating menus Kitchen Attendant, Short Order Cook, Commercial Cook Hospitality Retail (TAFE) Hospitality Food and Beverage I m interested in...customer service, office operations I m...hardworking, organised, observant I enjoy...working with people, computers Café Attendant, Bar Attendant, Barista Hospitality Retail (TAFE) Human Movement, Sport Sciences and Physical Education I m interested in...sport, coaching, fitness, exercise, how the body works, nutrition, biology, health, helping others, being outdoors I m...a good communicator, patient, observant, organised, enthusiastic, supportive, persuasive, confident, outgoing Disease prevention educator, exercise scientist, fitness counselor, exercise rehabilitation worker, medical scientist, medical researcher, occupational therapist, sport scientist, sports coach, trainer I PDHPE Modern History Ancient History Information Technology I m interested in computers, internet, web technologies, social media, electronics, programming, designing I m...organised, good with detail, persistent, happy to work alone I enjoy computing, using technology, thinking logically Systems analyst, software developer, computer programmer, IT consultant, graphic designer, game designer, web designer, digital media producer, filmmaker, illustrator, photographer, visual effects artist I Information, Processes and Technology Software Design and Development Design and Technology page 11
My interests, qualities and skills Careers and courses Possible subjects to consider Law I m interested in research, justice, fairness, equality, current affairs, politics, helping others I m outgoing, organised, observant, open minded, persistent, persuasive I enjoy debating, public speaking, writing, researching, evaluating, negotiating Legal advisor, legal officer, legal researcher, politician, police officer, barrister, magistrate, solicitor, judge, police officer, paralegal I Legal Studies Economics Medicine I m interested in health, the environment, nutrition, how the body works, people, science, helping others, research, experimenting I m caring, patient, a good communicator, inventive, curious, organised, observant, good with detail I enjoy listening, problem solving, working with others, researching, leadership, time management Doctor, biomedical engineer, chiropractor, forensic officer, genetic counselor, medical researcher, pathologist, pharmacist, biochemist, laboratory technician, radiologist, sonographer I PDHPE Nursing and Midwifery I m interested in healthcare, helping others, how the body works, people, science, mothers and babies, childbirth I m caring, kind, a good communicator, dependable, supportive, responsible, tolerant, patient, organised I enjoy listening, teamwork, working with others Nurse, midwife, surgical nurse, paediatric nurse, aged care nurse, community health nurse, disability care nurse, critical care nurse, nurse educator, occupational health, Indigenous health, mental health, pharmaceutical sales, social and health policy officer I Aboriginal Studies Science, Applied Science and Technology I m interested in chemistry, science, the environment, weather patterns, people and communities, marine life, space, astronomy, research, computers, experimenting, animals, nature, psychology, farming I m curious, organised, creative, good with detail, observant, resourceful I enjoy... problem solving, critical thinking, leadership, mathematics, chemistry, biology Researcher, medical marketer, medical advocate, laboratory technician, counsellor, community worker, sports psychologist, urban planner, data analyst, geologist, aviation engineer, veterinarian, zookeeper I Aviation (TAFE) page 12
My interests, qualities and skills Careers and courses Possible subjects to consider Social Sciences, Social Work & Welfare I m interested in people, communities, world events, current affairs, politics, health, social responsibility, immigration, policing, justice, fairness, working with people, helping others I m curious, organised, resourceful, fair, helpful, a good communicator I enjoy problem solving, making decisions, working with people, critical thinking Occupational therapist, community care officer, social worker, welfare support officer, welfare worker, legal practitioner, aged care worker, disability officer, child protection officer I Economics Ancient History Modern History Geography Tourism and Hospitality I m interested in travel, people, cultures, world events, helping others, being outdoors, being active I m organised, good with detail, confident, patient, persistent, sincere, flexible, punctual I enjoy languages, leadership, planning, problem solving, working with people from diverse backgrounds Tour operator, event manager, hotel manager, travel consultant, resort manager, environmental planner, restaurateur I Economics Indonesian Continuers French Continuers Links and Resources to Research Careers Use the links below to research your chosen career or area of interest and to identify any pre-requisites or recommended courses of study. Students are advised to clarify their options with the school careers advisor. School Careers Advisor - Mr Peter Szota / Mrs Rachel Hennessy UAC University Admissions Centre http://www.uac.edu.au/undergraduate/course-search/main.shtml TAFE www.tafensw.edu.au Job Guide http://www.jobguide.thegoodguides.com.au/ My Future www.myfuture.edu.au Job Outlook http://joboutlook.gov.au/pages/default.aspx page 13
HSC / ATAR Eligibility Checklist HSC Board Developed ATAR Courses Aboriginal Studies 2U Indonesian Continuers 2U Agriculture 2U Industrial Technology 2U Ancient History 2U Information Processes & Technology 2U 2U 2U 2U Legal Studies 2U 2U 2U 2U 2U Design and Technology 2U Mathematics Extension 1 1U Drama 2U Modern History 2U Earth and Environmental Science 2U Music 1 2U Economics 2U PDHPE 2U 2U 2U English Extension 1 1U 2U 2U Software Design and Development 2U 2U 1U Food Technology 2U I 2U French Continuers 2U Textiles and Design 2U Geography 2U Visual Arts 2U ATAR Course - you must sit HSC exam or NON ATAR Course - do not sit for HSC exam NON ATAR COURSES VET COURSES Category B Content/Board Endorsed Courses(CEC/BEC) 2U 1U Construction 2U 1U Hospitality 2U Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation Studies 1U EVET 2U If applying for a TAFE course, enter EVET in your preference order. Ensure that you have enough subjects in case the TAFE course does not run. University HSC Pathway Please tick each point to ensure that your package or combination of courses fulfils the requirements for the award of the ATAR and includes: at least 10 units in total of Board Developed Courses including at least 2 units of a Board Developed Course in English at least one unit of Religious Education at least three courses of 2 units or greater at least four subjects no more than 2 units of Category B courses Career HSC Pathway Please tick each point to ensure that your package or combination of courses fulfils the requirements for the award of the HSC and includes: Non ATAR pattern of study at least 12 units OR at least 6 units from Board Developed Courses including at least 2 units of a Board Developed Course in English at least three courses of 2 units value or greater at least one unit of Religious Education at least four subjects a minimum of 12 units in total, studied in the Preliminary Course page 14
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