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2021 Year 10 Handbook
2021 Senior Handbook
In Year 10, students undertake studies of English and Mathematics and tutorial for the whole year and a minimum of one semester of Humanities and of Science. Selectives make up the remaining subjects in Year 10 programs. Students are encouraged to continue to develop their talents in their strength areas and to learn new skills.
| Core Curriculum |
Semester Selectives |
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English
- Foundation
- General
- Extension
- English as an Additional Language (EAL)
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Science
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Core Science
Forensic Science
Frameworks
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Mathematics
- Foundation
- General
- Extension
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LOTE |
Japanese
German
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STARR Connect
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Health & Physical
Education
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Health
Physical Education
Outdoor & Environmental Studies (VCE Units 1 & 2)
Sports Performance
Community Recreation (VET)
Boys Fitness - Rugby
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One semester of Humanities
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Humanities
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History 1
History 2
Geography
Economics & Business Studies
Legal Studies and Politics
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One semester of Science
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Visual Arts &
Performing Arts
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Drama / Production
Music
Media & Film Art
Drawing & Painting
Object Art
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Technology
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Catering
Design & Technology Materials
Food Technology
Permaculture
Information Technology
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Year 10 students may also undertake one of the wide range VET courses.
Senior school – Reaping Rewards
The solid foundation studies students experience in the Junior School, and Year 10 prepare them well for the final years of school. Pathway planning has enabled students to identify their strengths and talents and they choose one of the senior certificate courses that will prepare them for further study at university or TAFE aligned to their chosen future career path.
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)
Melton Secondary College offers a wide range of VCE studies. English is studied by all students and Mathematics is recommended for all Year 11 students. Studies offered include:
| VCE Subjects |
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Media
Music Industry
Studio Art - Art
Studio Art - Photography
EAL
English
English Literature
Health & Human Development
Physical Education
Outdoor and Environment Studies
Business Management
Economics
History
Legal Studies
Philosophy
Japanese
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Foundation Mathematics
General Mathematics (Units 1&2)
Further Mathematics (Units 3&4)
Mathematical Methods
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics
Psychology
Applied Computing (Units 1&2)
Food Studies
Product Design - Textiles
Product Design - Wood
Software Development (Units 3&4)
Systems Engineering
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Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL)
VCAL is an applied learning course designed for students who intend to seek either full time employment, or employment with a training component on completion of the course.
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Literacy
Numeracy
Personal Development
Work Related Skills
VET Program
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