Available Programs 2018
Available Programs by Location Fountain Gate Secondary College Hallam Senior College Biomedical Science Program Humanities Program Commerce Program Business Program Art, Design & Technology Program Computing Program Creative Arts Program Science and Engineering Program Gleneagles Secondary College Traditional Trades & Technology Program: Building & Construction Automotive Hospitality Program Hairdressing & Beauty Program Investigative Sciences Program International Relations and Languages Program Visual Media Program Performing Arts Sports Academy Program Australian Rules Football / Basketball / Netball Rugby League / Football (Soccer) / Diamond Sports (Baseball-Softball) Health & Community Service Program The Arts Program: Performing Arts / Visual Arts / Design
Senior Studies at Hallam Senior College VCE/VCAL Subjects Subjects : as Another Language Language Bridging Maths Methods Strand Foundation Maths Maths Maths Methods Specialist Maths (Maybe offsite) VCE/VCAL Subjects Units F, I, S 1-2 F, I, S 1-2 Subjects VET Certificates Units Computing Informatics IT Software Development 1-2 -4-4 Legal Studies Media Outdoor & Environmental Studies F, I, S Philosophy Physical Education 1-2 -4 Physics Product Design & Technology: Wood Textiles Accounting 1 4 Art Sociology Biology Chemistry Studio Arts: Mixed Media Digital Art Photography Classical Studies Systems Engineering Drama Theatre Studies Environmental Science Visual Communication & Design Work Related Skills VCAL History: Twentieth Century History: Revolutions 1-2 -4 Industry & Enterprise VCAL (FIS) Foundation, Intermediate and Senior F, I, S Certificate Level Automotive Studies* II Beauty Services* III Building & Construction* II Business* II/III Community Services* III Dance* II/III Pathways I Furniture Making Pathways* II Hair & Beauty Program* II/III Health Services Assistance* III Information, Digital Media & Technology* II/III Integrated Technologies* II Kitchen Operations* II Music Industry - Performance* III Music Industry - Sound Production* III Plumbing II Retail Cosmetics II Salon Assistant II Screen & Media* III Sport And Recreation* III Australian Rules Football, Basketball, Netball, Football (Soccer), Rugby League, Diamond Sports (Baseball/Softball), General Visual Arts* * VCE/VET (Can contribute to ATAR) III
Humanities Program HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE This is a highly academic program focusing upon the humanities, with particular emphasis upon studying, Philosophy and Classics. The program emphasises inquiry based learning and will be aimed to prepare students for University studies. Language Language Journalism Public Relations Classical Societies & Cultures Classical Societies & Cultures Communications Philosophy Philosophy Law History History Sociology Sociology Historian Education Australian & Global Politics (Off site at Gleneagles) Global Politics (Off site at Gleneagles) Art Art Mathematics/Science based subjects Mathematics/Science based subjects Arts Humanities/Social Science Education Researcher/Librarian Government/Public Service Journalist Law
Business Program HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE The program is designed primarily for those students who seek employment in the business, clerical or secretarial field, however it also caters for those who wish to continue TAFE or university studies. Bridging Marketing Accounting The program aims to provide students with knowledge of the business industry and to develop skills that are relevant. General Opportunities are provided for you to achieve competencies that enhance your employment opportunities within the industry. Office Management Retail Management Business Studies Secretarial/Clerical work Sales/ Retail Industry Marketing Management Personal Assistant Advertising Accounting Industry & Enterprise Computing Legal Studies VET Information, Digital Media & Technology Economics (Off site at Fountain Gate) Accounting Industry & Enterprise Informatics Legal Studies VET Information, Digital Media & Technology Economics (Off site at Fountain Gate Skills for Further Study VCAL
Information Technology Program HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE The program is aligned with the International Society of Technology Education Standards (ISTE) and prepares you to sit for the A+ certification. This training which includes VCE and VET units provides a solid basis for a complete range of basic and advanced computer construction, maintenance theory and techniques. Computer Science General Maths Methods Strand The program combines theory with practical and work experience. In students can select from: VCE Computing 1&2 and/or VET Information, Digital Media & Technology II In student then move on to: VCE Informatics &4 and/or IT Software Development &4 and/or VET Information, Digital Media & Technology III IT Software Development Programming Business Analysis Network Administration Computer Technician Programmer Computing Network Manager VET Information, Digital Media & Technology Computer Engineer IT Software Development Informatics VET Information, Digital Media & Technology Games Designer IT Sales Consultant Systems Designer VET Screen and Media or Studio Arts: Multi Media VET Screen and Media or Studio Arts: Multi Media VET Integrated Technologies VET Integrated Technologies
Science and Engineering Program HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE The Science and Engineering program focuses on fundamental scientific principles and practical skills that cater for students individual interests and career choices. This program is designed to prepare students for university and TAFE science and engineering courses and related training. There are a range of degrees and pathways so students should investigate the various options available before determining their subject selections. Bridging Physics Physics Biology Biology Chemistry Chemistry General Maths Methods Strand Specialist Specialist Systems Engineering Systems Engineering Engineer VET Integrated Technologies VET Integrated Technologies Scientist Allied Health: Physiotherapist Occupational Therapist Engineering: Electrical Civil Aeronautical Bio-Chemical Mechatronics Medicine Science Physiotherapist Veterinary Science Pharmacy Environmental Science Aerospace Doctor / Dentist Environmental Management
Traditional Trades & Technology Program: Building & Construction HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE This 2 year program provides training in design and skills development in a range of hand, power tools and basic machinery processes. The course provides pathways into further study and careers within associated industries. This course aims to: Provide students with the knowledge, skills attitudes & values which will enhance their employment prospects within the building & construction field. Bridging General Foundation Expose students to work in the industry. Enable students to gain nationally recognised credentials. Credits are available into apprenticeships & TAFE courses VET Building & Construction VET Building & Construction Product Design and Technology: Wood Product Design and Technology: Wood Visual Communication & Design Visual Communication & Design VET Integrated Technologies VET Integrated Technologies VET Furniture Making VET Furniture Making
Traditional Trades & Technology Program: Automotive HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE This program provides a student the opportunity to incorporate a VET qualification within their VCE studies. The program offers training in a range of skills from the Recommended Studies leading to further study and/or employment in associated industries. This course aims to: Provide students with the knowledge, skills attitudes & values which will enhance their employment prospects within the mechanical & automotive field. Bridging General Foundation Mathematics Expose students to work in the industry. Enable students to gain nationally recognised credentials. Credits are available into apprenticeships & TAFE courses VET Automotive Studies VET Integrated Technologies VET Automotive Studies VET Integrated Technologies Computing Systems Engineering Systems Engineering Informatics
Traditional Trades & Technology Program: Hospitality HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) and Food Studies are excellent choices for students who are passionate about food. Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) provides access to a range of potential career pathways within the Hospitality and Tourism Industry. Students have the opportunity to learn on-the-job within the industry gaining a Nationally accredited certificate in the process. Bridging Chef General Foundation Pastry Cook Baker VET Kitchen Operations Apprenticeships in Hospitality or Retail Event Management & Tourism Hotel Management Hospitality & Tourism VET Kitchen Operations Science based subject Science based subject
Traditional Trades & Technology Program: Hairdressing/Beauty HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE & Pathways Hairdressing & Beauty provides a pathway for students to a career in hair and beauty industry. All electives chosen will comply with industry standards, and will include subjects such as, colouring hair, Merchandising products and working as a team member. Successful completion of this course will prepare students to work in a Hairdressing or Beauty Salon. Tertiary Studies i ncluding traineeships and apprenticehips in: Bridging Nail Technology Hairdressing or Barbering Beautician General Maths Methods Strand Foundation Make-up artist VET Hair & Beauty Program VET Retail Cosmetics Hairdresser VET Salon Assistant Salon Manager VET Retail Cosmetics Beauty Services Make-up (with additional training and experience): VET Hair & Beauty Program VET Salon Assistant
Sport Academy Program (Australian Rules Football, Basketball, Netball, Football (Soccer), Rugby League, Diamond Sports (Baseball/Softball), General HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE The aim is to offer students a unique Sports Development program that provides specialisation in conditioning, training & playing whilst simultaneously providing career pathways connected to the Sports Industry. Bridging Outdoor & Environmental Studies Outdoor & Environmental Studies Physical Education Physical Education VET Sport & Recreation VET Sport & Recreation VET Health Services Assistance VET Health Services Assistance Sports management & administration Exercise Physiology Human Movement Coaching Teaching (Phys Ed) Physiotherapy Sports Include: AFL Rugby League AFL Traineeship Football (Soccer) Personal Trainer Basketball Strength & Conditioning Coach Netball Sports Trainer Diamond Sports (Baseball & Softball) Camp Instructor Sports Development Officer Maths Methods Strand Foundation Note: VET Sport & Recreation (General Subject) can be accessed as part of other programs. Biology Physics Chemistry Biology Physics Chemistry
Health & Community Service Program HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE The Health and Community Services Program covers a wide range of focus areas for students to select from. In areas of Health Sciences, Community Services and Personal Services. The Health industry is a large industry in the community. VET Community Services has streams: Children s Services Aged Care Disability To do any stream you must complete the full Certificate ll in Community Services over 2 years. The student elects the stream. The Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance is a is a partial completion taken over 2 years. Both Certificates require students to undertake a work placement. This course aims to: Provide students with the knowledge, skills attitudes & values which will enhance their employment prospects within the Community Services & Health Field Bridging VET Community Services VET Community Services VET Health Services Assistance VET Health Services Assistance Sociology Sociology Maths Methods Strand Foundation Legal Studies Expose students to work in the industry Enable students to gain nationally recognised credentials Career Opportunities in: Aged Care Child Care Allied Health Assistant Youth worker/ Social worker Nursing PCA Personal Care Attendants Biology Legal Studies Biology
The Arts Program: Performing Arts HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE In the Performing Arts program students are able to select from a broad range of performance based subjects in order to cater for their specific passions, interests and needs. Bridging Each subject or certificate area will provide a focus for the development of knowledge and skills specific to the particular performance study. Music Drama Drama Theatre Studies Theatre Studies VET Dance VET Dance VET Music Industry Performance Sound Production VET Music Industry Performance Sound Production Studio Arts: Digital Art Studio Arts: Digital Art Mathematics Maths Methods Strand Mathematics Dance Theatre / Drama Arts Media Human Movement Arts Management Acting Television & Radio Dancer, Dance Instructor Theatre Work Teacher Arts Management Song Writer Arts Journalist Audio Engineer Dance (Off site at Fountain Gate) Media Music Performance (Off site at Gleneagles) Dance (Off site at Fountain Gate) Media Music Performance (Off site at Gleneagles)
The Arts Program: Visual Arts HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE Through studies in the Visual Arts Program, students are able to undertake specialist studies in Photography, Media and General Art. Bridging Students are encouraged to develop their own abilities and styles. Photography Studio Arts: Mixed Media Photography Digital Art Studio Arts: Mixed Media Photography Digital Art Film & Television Visual Communication & Design Visual Communication & Design Teaching Art Art VET Screen and Media VET Screen and Media VET Visual Arts VET Visual Arts Artist Arts Administration Media Media Education Visual Display Interactive Arts Maths Methods Strand Foundation Theatre & The Arts Product Design & Technology Drama Photo Journalism Theatre Studies Links to professional practitioners are incorporated into the Visual Arts Program. A solid foundation for further study or career paths within the Arts is established through the development of folios that are suitable for presentation at interviews. Visual Arts Design/Illustration/Printing Fine Arts Media & Production Cinema Studies Graphic Artist /Designer Web Design Advertising/Marketing Games Design & Development Drama Product Design & Technology Theatre Studies
The Arts Program: Design HALLAM SENIOR COLLEGE The Arts Program: Design offers studies in Textile and Fashion, Architecture and Industrial, Multi Media, Web and Graphic Design. The studies are accessed through VCE subjects and VET certificates. Each study combines a range of traditional and modern technologies where students learn the design process and develop creative skills and techniques that meet the requirements of each of the studies. Bridging Industrial Design Fashion & Textile Design Visual Communication & Design Visual Communication & Design Product Design & Technology Product Design & Technology Art Art Studio Arts: Mixed Media Photography Digital Art Studio Arts: Mixed Media Photography Digital Art Media Media VET Screen and Media VET Screen and Media VET Visual Arts VET Visual Arts Maths Methods Strand Architecture Furniture Construction Drafting Interactive Arts & Graphics Fashion Industry Graphic & Web Design Teacher Photographer Games Development Physics Systems Engineering VET Furniture Making Pathways Physics Systems Engineering VET Furniture Making Pathways
Senior Studies at Fountain Gate Secondary College Subject as Another Language Unit Mathematics Foundation Maths Maths Maths Methods Specialist Maths 1-2 1-2 -4 Accounting Biology Chemistry Computing 1-2 Dance Economics History: Ancient History: Twentieth Century 1-2 History: Revolutions -4 Subject Unit Informatics -4 Legal Studies Music Performance Philosophy Physical Education Physics Product Design & Technology Textiles Mixed Materials Studio Arts: General Photography Theatre Studies Visual Communication & Design Certificate VET Sport & Recreation - Rugby Union Units
Biomedical Science Program FOUNTAIN GATE SECONDARY COLLEGE This program is aimed at stimulating the desire for scientific discovery in future health science leaders. Biomedical Sciences are for those students who are interested in and have a thirst for scientific knowledge and discovery. Pharmacy Specialist Specialist Chemistry Chemistry Biology Biology Physics Physics Clinical Research Pathology Pharmaceuticals Philosophy Philosophy Veterinarian Allied Health: Physiotherapy, Physical Education Physical Education They seek to develop knowledge and skills that can be applied to medicine, biomedical research and health care services. Biomedical Science Engineering Medicine Veterinary Science Animal Technology Laboratory Technology Veterinary Nursing Engineering Medical Practitioner Occupational Therapy Nursing
Commerce Program FOUNTAIN GATE SECONDARY COLLEGE The area of commerce encompasses managing and evaluating business functions. The Program will cover human resources, marketing, banking and finance. This Program leads to a variety of career opportunities in the global economy. Business/ Arts Marketing Management Business Accounting Accounting Computing Legal Studies Legal Studies Economics Economics Computing Informatics (Off site at Hallam) (Off site at Hallam) Economics Accounting Banking & Finance Commerce/Law Banking Marketing Insurance Finance/Accountant International Trade Hotel Management Economist Personnel
Art, Design & Technology Program FOUNTAIN GATE SECONDARY COLLEGE This program will provide students with the opportunity to use their material of choice I.e. metal & plastics, food or textiles to research, design and transform ideas into finished products. Students will assume the role of the designermaker and develop the knowledge and skills to produce effective and creative responses to design challenges. Ceramics Textile Design Visual Communication & Design Visual Communication & Design Hospitality/Catering Studio Arts: General Photography Studio Arts: General Photography Product Design & Technology: Textiles Mixed Materials Product Design & Technology: Textiles Mixed Materials Computing Informatics Furniture Technology Silversmithing Fashion Design Apprenticeships in cabinet making, carpentry and furniture making Students will be encouraged to explore a variety of tools, processes, and finishes to create quality products in their chosen materials. Sculptor Design folios will be a key component of this program. Textile Artist Artist Jeweller Silversmith Ceramicist Fashion Designer Textiles Designer
Creative Arts Program FOUNTAIN GATE SECONDARY COLLEGE The program provides the student with the opportunity to examine and explore the way in which creative arts contributes to, and influences, the world around them. Arts/Media Dance Studio Arts Studio Arts Human Movement In the Creative Arts program students are able to select from a range of performance and artistic based subjects in order to cater for their specific interests, skills and needs Social Sciences Visual Communication & Design Visual Communication & Design Performing Arts Dance Dance Theatre Theatre Studies Theatre Studies Social & Community Studies Physical Education Physical Education Music Performance Music Performance Drama (Off site at Hallam) Drama (Off site at Hallam) VET Dance (Off site at Hallam) VET Dance (Off site at Hallam) Performing Arts Industry Performance Studies Dancer, Dance Instructor Choreographer Theatre work Education
Senior Studies at Gleneagles Secondary College Subject as Another Language Language Bridging Mathematics Maths Methods Strand Maths Maths Methods Specialist Maths Foundation Mathematics Languages German Indonesian Unit 1-2 -4 Biology Chemistry Environmental Science Geography Subject Unit History Twentieth Century 1-2 History Revolutions -4 Computing 1-2 Informatics -4 Australian & Global Politics 1-2 Global Politics -4 Legal Studies Media Music Performance Physical Education Physics Sociology Studio Arts Theatre Studies (maybe off site) Visual Communication & Design
Investigative Sciences Program GLENEAGLES SECONDARY COLLEGE Language Bridging Language Engineering Science is changing rapidly in response to the challenges of the future: in physics your study would include the developing fields of robotics, bio-mechanics and aerospace; chemistry, nano-technology and climate change; biology genetic engineering & ecology. Animal Technology General Specialist Specialist Physics Physics Biology Biology Chemistry Chemistry Study of scientific theory will be enhanced by experiments, excursions & links with universities. Nursing Environmental Science Environmental Science Physical Education Physical Education. The Investigative Science Program will provide a depth of scientific knowledge that will prepare students for tertiary studies in a variety of fields. Students will develop an understanding of how science operates in real contexts from research to industry, from medical to education fields and beyond. Science Medicine Pharmacy Veterinary Science Veterinary Nursing Engineer Medical Practitioner Clinical Research Scientist Pathology Pharmacy Allied Health: Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy Vet
International Relations and Language Program GLENEAGLES SECONDARY COLLEGE This program is for students with a desire to explore issues at a local, national and global level. Language Students develop an understanding of other cultures, languages and societies and examine how Australia responds to global and regional activities. Humanities/Social Science Language Bridging Australian & Global Politics Global Politics History Twentieth Century History Revolutions Excursions to Deakin University and Monash will expose them to university lectures and give an insight into the International Relations and Global Arts programs. Diplomat German German Indonesian Indonesian Legal Studies Legal Studies Geography Geography Sociology Sociology Specialist Specialist Lively debates, a focus on enhancing writing and further development of research and analytical skills will ensure students are ready for University and a career in the Global community! Global Arts International Relations Education Journalism Historian Interpreter Teacher Researcher Government/Public service Non Government Organisations Journalist
Visual Media Program GLENEAGLES SECONDARY COLLEGE Visual Media explores the creative world of design & digital communication. Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of media applications. This may include film, video, TV, photography, animation and web design. An emphasis will be placed on developing students knowledge of professional practices and theories. Media Production Language Bridging Language Cinema Studies Film & Television Studio Arts Studio Arts Education Media Media Visual Communication & Design Visual Communication & Design Workshops delivered by people in the industry, field trips to studios & locations will enable students to experience the creative & technical aspects of the industry. Students will complete a broad portfolio to support the requirements for tertiary and industry interviews. Interactive Arts Theatre & The Arts Advertising Computing Informatics Marketing VET Screen and Media (Off site at Hallam) VET Screen and Media (Off site at Hallam) Corporate Video Film & TV Production Media Film & TV Industry Game Design Journalism Public Relations
Performing Arts Program GLENEAGLES SECONDARY COLLEGE The Music Performance program is for those students who hold a passion for performing, either in a solo or group context. Students choosing this program will develop their instrument skills to a high level and may opt to pursue a career in performing, composing, arranging, conducting or teaching. This program also focuses on developing listening awareness in composition and performance. Theatre and Performing Arts Industry Language Bridging Language Bachelor of Music major in instrumental study/composition Arranging/Orchestration Music Performance Music Performance Studio Arts Studio Arts Theatre Studies (maybe off site) Theatre Studies (maybe off site) History: Twentieth Century History: Revolutions VET Music Industry (Off site at Hallam) Performance Sound Production VET Music Industry (Off site at Hallam) Performance Sound Production Computing Informatics Music Music Therapy Bachelor of Performing Arts Initial Certificate course Melbourne Conservatorium Musician/Composer Film Score Writer Record Producer Music Journalist Education Theatre work