Descriptions for Year 10 Electives &

VCE 2019

Gleneagles Secondary College

YEAR 10 ELECTIVES & VCE 2019

INTRODUCTION The Year 10 elective program at Gleneagles is made up of two elective blocks per semester, with subjects running for 5 periods each. The electives on offer are designed to prepare you for future pathways in year 11 and 12. An important feature of the Year 10 elective program is the offering of VCE subjects. Year 10 students are being offered the opportunity to complete two units of their VCE during Year 10. The VCE subjects listed below are being offered to Year 10s for 2019. What subjects run is dependent on student choice and the Year 11 blockings. Where students have selected a VCE subject that isn’t running, they will be given first priority and re-counselled regarding other options. General Maths is also offered to year 10 but this is a separate process and is offered as part of the core.

Biology, Business Management, Environmental Science, Geography, Legal Studies, Physical Education, Computing, Health & Human Development.

Students who apply to do a VCE subject will be required to complete both Units 1 & 2, taking up one elective block in each semester. There is a separate application form for selecting VCE in Year 10 see Team Leaders for more information.

ELECTIVE ONLY PROGRAM ELECTIVE PROGRAM WITH A VCE SUBJECT

5 PERIODS

PER WEEK

5 PERIODS

PER WEEK

SEMESTER

1 ELECTIVE ELECTIVE

SEMESTER

2 ELECTIVE ELECTIVE

5 PERIODS

PER WEEK

5 PERIODS

PER WEEK

SEMESTER

1 ELECTIVE VCE UNIT 1

SEMESTER

2 ELECTIVE VCE UNIT 2

It is important that students and parents read through the course descriptions carefully before making any decisions. For some electives there is a need to charge a levy to cover the cost of materials, including printed matter. Please take the levy into consideration when making your choices as payment of the levy is a condition of enrolment in the subject. A wide range of electives have been offered to ensure that students can choose courses that they would find interesting and challenging. Languages and EAL electives run for the year and will take up both blocks as a result. In 2019, Year 10 students will study: English 5 periods per week for the year Mathematics 5 periods per week for the year Science 4 periods per week for the year Humanities 4 periods per week for the year Physical Education 2 periods per week for the year Elective/VCE 5 periods per week for a semester Elective/VCE 5 periods per week for a semester Students need to select 7 electives. If you have trouble selecting fee paying electives please see the bursar. The elective structure is more complex at year 10 with the inclusion of the VCE offerings. Every effort will be made to get as many students as possible their first choices but it is important that students seriously consider their extra three choices.

Any questions or concerns regarding VCE offerings or Year 10 electives should be directed to:

Ms Leokardia Lilikakis: Learning Leader Curriculum and Assessment: lilikakis.leokardia.e@edumail.vic.gov.au

ENGLISH Creative Writing Do you like writing fiction, or would like to but don't yet know how? This elective provides an opportunity to grow your creative writing skills and learn the tips and tricks of your favourite authors. Students read literary works such as short stories and excerpts from novels, plays and screenplays, and use them as models for their own writing. Students workshop their writing to improve their stories and can enter a range of short story competitions. This elective also provides students with the opportunity to enhance their close reading and creative writing skills required for VCE English and Literature.

Cost: Nil

Literature The study of literature focuses on the enjoyment and appreciation of reading that arises from discussion, debate and the challenge of exploring the meaning of literary texts. Students reflect on their own and the interpretations of others. This elective will challenge and extend students beyond the mainstream English classroom and develop essential skills for students interested in studying VCE Literature. Students will be expected to read and review a variety of novels, plays, poetry, films and essays.

Cost: Nil

MATHEMATICS

Fundamental Maths This course is designed to provide students an opportunity to learn topics of Mathematics involved in General and Further Mathematics. Students who have experienced difficulties or have gaps in Mathematics will be allowed to review and consolidate the material covered in the Year 10 Maths program in this class.

Cost: Nil

Mathematical Methods Preparation This subject will provide preparation for high-achieving students who are wishing to study Mathematical Methods and possibly Specialist Mathematics in VCE. Students will have the opportunity to preview many of the topics that are studied in these subjects. Topics that will be studied include: Surds, Matrices, Unit circle, Polynomials and transformation of functions. Students will use a CAS calculator in this course to further enhance their technology skills. Interested students should be capable and interested in mathematics, with the intention of studying it at VCE.

Cost: Nil

SCIENCE

Environmental Science Do you want to learn about our impact on the natural world? Some of the most important environmental issues of our

time will be explored. Learn about Ecosystems, Climate Change, Pollution and Renewable Energy. We explore how

we as the human race utilise the resources our Earth offers and how to ensure we have resources for future

generations. This elective can lead to VCE Environmental Science and careers in Wildlife Management, Marine

Ecology, Zoology and others.

Cost: Nil

Psychology Have you ever wondered about what determines happiness or meaning in life, your personality and intelligence, how

the brain influences behaviour, how we use motivation to achieve goals in sports and other aspects of daily life, what

your dreams mean and why some people commit crimes?

In this introductory Psychology subject, students will examine a range of topics including personality, neuropsychology,

forensic psychology, sports psychology, scientific method and report writing, dreams, abnormal behaviours such as

phobias, mental health disorders and positive psychology. It is designed as a subject to prepare students who intend

to study Psychology at VCE level by equipping them with a foundation of skills and knowledge necessary to succeed

within VCE Psychology studies. It is a subject that would suit a student intending to pursue careers in business, health

care, personal services, management, education or any field which involves significant interaction with people.

Cost: Nil

Science Skills Thinking of studying a Science in VCE? Did you know that all of the VCE Science study designs require students to

complete a major practical investigation as an assessment outcome? This elective will allow you to develop the specific

science inquiry skills needed to maximise your ability to achieve in future science pathways. Students will improve

general practical skills, learn to use a range of new equipment and design and conduct their own scientific research.

Please Note: This subject is not intended to help you to 'catch up' on your core Science content.

Cost: Nil

HUMANITIES Commerce/Law

This subject is designed to focus on development of skills and knowledge in preparation for studies at VCE level in Business

Management and Legal Studies. The range of activities reinforces learning and understanding of these subjects to give

students a taste of potential future pathways at VCE. Skills relevant to both VCE subjects include examining real-life case

studies, applying legal and business theory to cases, critical thinking and key vocabulary belonging to the business and legal

professions. A range of topics include criminal and civil law, famous criminal trials, types of criminal and civil law, managing a

small business, enterprise and innovation.

Cost: Nil

Global Issues

What does terrorism mean? Where are refugees coming from? Why is there inequality within the world? Why

did Donald Trump say that?

This course gives students the opportunity to engage in the exploration of current global conflicts and will

examine the impact and history of issues relating to terrorism, human rights and globalisation. Students will

consider the reasons behind the growing refugee crisis and will investigate case studies relating to North

Korea and Syria. We will also explore the role of multinational companies such as Apple in less economically

developed countries and assess whether the global economy benefits everyone in the world. Students will

develop skills that will allow them to consider different points of view and look behind the headlines and

images that are shown on today's news. This subject is designed to focus on the development of skills and

knowledge in preparation for studies at VCE level in History, Geography, Economics and Global Politics.

Cost: Nil

LANGUAGES & EAL

Learning another language is about recognising one of the realities of life – 94% of the world’s population (or about 6.15 billion people) currently speak a

language other than English. Through learning languages students can understand and value their own culture and the cultures of other people, so that they

can view the world from a wider perspective.

EAL (English as an additional language)

EAL is designed to assist students from a non-English speaking background to improve their English language

skills and is a year long course. Students who have been living in Australia for less than seven years and are

from a non-English speaking background are eligible to enrol in this unit. In some cases, students who are not

automatically eligible may be able to select this subject. It aims to increase the student’s English language

communication and written skills through a variety of activities and experiences, so that the student can interact

meaningfully in school-based and interpersonal contexts. Fieldwork and excursions provide the opportunity to

interact with the wider school community.

Cost: Nil

LOTE – Chinese

This subject is a year long course and is specially designed to prepare students who already had 3 years

(Year 7, 8 and 9) Chinese learning to achieve success in VCE Chinese. At VCE level, a few subjects attract

bonus marks and Chinese is one of them. Students will further develop their Chinese skills in: listening,

speaking, reading, writing and cultural awareness throughout variety of practising activities and tasks. A range

of resources will be fully used, including movies, TV programs, songs, authentic texts and exercises, as well as

participating in effective programs, such as incursions, excursions and exchange programs will provide students

with the opportunity to become more familiar with Chinese culture and language. Students will be encouraged

to use ICT to expand their skills and competencies in language learning, particularly to assist in developing their

listening, reading and writing skills.

Cost: Nil

LOTE – German

This subject is a year long course and is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary

to achieve success in VCE LOTE. At VCE level, a few subjects attract bonus marks and LOTE is one of them.

Over two semesters, students will improve their grammatical accuracy, oral and written fluency as well as

listening and reading comprehension through the study of a variety of topics and integrated grammar. A range

of resources will be used, including movies, television programs, songs and authentic texts, giving students the

opportunity to become more familiar with the culture of the countries whose language they are studying.

Students will use ICT to expand their skills and competencies in the chosen language, particularly to assist in

developing their listening, reading and writing skills. Excursions will expose students to the language beyond

the classroom.

Cost: Nil

LOTE – Indonesian

Indonesia is Australia’s largest close neighbour, and with a population of more than 250 million people and a

growing middle class, their economy is projected to become one of the strongest in Asia. Year 10 Indonesian

extends and strengthens the previous knowledge, intercultural understanding and language skills developed

during the compulsory years of study and prepares students to undertake VCE Indonesian in years 11 and 12.

Over two semesters, students improve their reading and listening comprehension, in addition to developing

grammatical accuracy, and written and spoken capabilities in Indonesian. Students learn Indonesian in a small

class setting, where they practice reading, writing, speaking and listening, work individually and in pairs, use

ICT, and complete language and culture based tasks to develop accuracy and fluency in the language.

Students are exposed to a variety of authentic texts such as songs, TV shows, films, ads, short stories, flyers

and products from Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore – countries where the target language is used. They will

study topics such as environments, history, health, communities and folklore.

Why study Indonesian?

Recent events in the media have called for more Australians to have more ‘Indonesia intelligence’ with

employment opportunities for such skills in the areas of: Law, Teaching, Journalism, Media & Entertainment, I.T,

Medicine & Research, International Sports, Art & Design, Architecture, Security & Cybersecurity, Commerce &

Economics, Engineering, Diplomatic Relations, Business and Trade, Defence and Translation

Cost: Nil

THE ARTS

Media Reloaded (Film and Photography)

In Media Reloaded students will explore what it means to be a media creator and consumer in the digital age through the

mediums of digital video and digital photography. This unit will allow students to improve their skills using the Digital SLR

cameras and editing software. Media artefacts produced by Gleneagles students may be entered into competitions, exhibitions

and publications. Assessments include workbook, in class projects and folio completion.

Cost: $40

Pilot Season (TV Studies) What does it take to get a TV show off the ground? How have TV shows changed through time? What makes a show popular in certain countries? These are some the questions you will explore in 'Pilot Season', where students will explore a range of TV shows. Find out about the industrial and cultural contexts of tv shows, learn to dissect what makes a show great and explore the hidden meanings in your favorite TV shows. This subject has strong connections with VCE Media and would support students interested in VCE Literature.

Cost: Nil

Studio Art Students will begin to develop their own art practice and style. They will document artistic research and inspiration, generation of ideas and experiments with various media which will be used to produce final artworks. A number of different workshops will be presented where students will have the opportunity to experiment with a range of materials and techniques to build skills and knowledge. Assessment is based on a visual diary, final art works and a theory component where artists are investigated and analysed.

Cost: $55

Visual Communication

Want to be a graphic designer? Visual Communication introduces students to all the basic techniques and knowledge required

to create designs. Students will learn what makes a unique design or logo for an advertisement or a product. They will cover

drawing techniques from the various fields of design (environmental, industrial and communication) and explore various

techniques and approaches to design. Students will be required to respond to design briefs and produce final designs that target

the client and public’s needs. They will investigate the works of other designers and their practices, both past and present.

Cost: $40

TECHNOLOGY

Enhanced IT Applications

This subject is designed to extend students’ knowledge and appreciation of Information Technology. Students undertaking this course will be expected to have

some familiarity with a range of ICT applications as provided in the year 9 Information Technology elective in 2017. Students will use a range of software

packages including: Actionscript programming in Adobe Flash, Javascript coding using Khan Academy, Advanced Microsoft Excel functions and features,

Microsoft Visual Studio and other web building software such as WordPress, Weebly etc. These packages will be used to create various products designed to

educate, persuade, inform, entertain and communicate. Students will enhance their problem-solving skills solve a range of problems and will be able to

communicate their ideas in a variety of ways. Assessment requirements include folios, classwork, and projects on Information Technology, Animation, Web

Design and Research.

Cost: $10

Fashion Design and Construction

During this subject students will study three key components:

History - Students will learn about the history of fashion, with a focus on the changes and development of clothing

through the ages up to present time. They will look at the social, economic and cultural reasons behind fashion choices

and the changes in the role of women in history and how this has been reflected in their clothing choices and options.

Fashion Design – Students will learn the different features of current major fashion houses around the world. They will

also learn how to design and develop their own fashion drawing skills through the production of a detailed design folio.

Production – Students will design and produce their own garments. They will learn how to hand sew, use sewing

machines, overlockers and create patterns from their designs for production. Students will be required to purchase

necessary items from the booklist as well as their own fabric for their production piece.

Cost: $20

Information Technology, Animation, Programming & Web Design

In this subject students will learn or extend their knowledge and appreciation of Information Technology by using a range

of software packages including Microsoft Visual Studio, Adobe Animate, Microsoft Excel, Google Sites (to build

websites) and Google Sketchup to create various products designed to educate, persuade, inform, entertain and

communicate. Students will be introduced to solution design techniques and methodologies. They will enhance their

skills in using learning technologies to solve a range of problems and will be able to communicate their ideas in a variety

of ways, including animation an electronic journal.

Cost: Nil

Master Class – Bakehouse This course is designed to build skills in all types of sweet and savoury baking including cake making and decorating; sugar craft and icing techniques; and chocolate and confectionary making. Students will enjoy four periods of baking each week and will use the design process to create decorated cakes, gingerbread houses and other special occasion products and evaluate their sensory properties. This subject could lead to a career pathway in the food/hospitality industry, teacher, chocolatier, pastry chef or baker.

Cost: $125

Master Class – Food Studies

This course is designed to assist students to make informed food choices. Students develop their understanding of food while

acquiring skills that enable them to take greater ownership of their food decisions and eating patterns. This study explores all

aspects of the menu from Hors-d'oeuvres to desserts and all the courses in between, including soups, sauces, entrees, main

meals, and side dishes. Students will build on their knowledge of key nutrients and foods and use the design process and a

variety of cooking methods to produce high quality menu items. Students will undertake 4 periods of practical work each

week. This subject could lead to a career pathway in home economics, food technology, food manufacturing and the

hospitality industry. Cost: $125

Metal Sculpture

This subject will introduce students to the techniques, tools, processes and safety practices used in the creation of sculptural

pieces. Students will study the basics of composition and manipulation and increase their aesthetic awareness. Activities will

encourage critical thinking, decision making and problem solving. Students will learn the basics of welding and forming

metals, as well as analysing other works of sculpture through reading, discussion and critique.

Cost: $40

Technology (Wood and Metal)

In this course students will plan and construct small furniture items for the home. They will learn to prepare and construct

working designs. They will investigate ways in which different materials and processes can be used in the construction of

their models, and they will learn to manage tools, machinery and processes safely and efficiently. Integrated tasks will

address OH&S standards, project management skills and new developments in the manufacturing industry. This subject is

intended for students wishing to pursue further studies at senior levels in VCE Design and Technology, VET Building and

Construction or entering a trade involving use of wood.

Cost: $45

PERFORMING ARTS Music Performance Students currently learning an instrument, or who intend to learn, are strongly recommended to choose this subject in

order to keep their options open for VCE Music. The emphasis will be placed on practical work with students

developing their skills on their instruments or voice by participating in solo or group work. Students may use this time to

rehearse for upcoming performances such as Variety Night. This subject will incorporate a wide variety of listening and

creative tasks, including the use of current music computer technology. Students will develop skills in composition

techniques and they will be required to complete relevant theory exercises at their own level. Students will continue to

develop their aural skills. Topics covered in the written component will include an introduction to Jazz and 20th Century

music. The levy is required to cover the replacement of guitar strings, drum skins, headphones and other related costs.

Cost: $15

Theatre Production

Through a combination of Drama and Theatre Studies, students will be involved in the direction, producing, design and

performance of a class production. They will draw from their previous experience in Year 9 Drama and further learn a

wide range of performance skills to confidently and successfully put on a production for an audience. Students will not

only develop performance skills, dramatic techniques and team building skills but also learn about theatre stagecraft

design in creating their production. These will include the design and creation of costume, sound, props, lighting, etc.,

culminating in a stagecraft design folio assessment. Students choosing this elective must be prepared to participate in a

performance in front of various audiences. Students may also have the opportunity to see a professional theatre

performance and write a review of someone else’s theatrical work. Cost: Nil

SPORT

Get Physical

This subject will look at the human body from a physical activity and fitness perspective. It will investigate how the body changes and develops in response to

physical activity. Students will explore Physical Education topics such as body systems (muscular, circulatory, respiratory and skeletal systems), acute

responses to physical activity, the national physical activity guidelines, the social ecological model and physical activity measurement tools. This subject is

designed to prepare students for VCE Physical Education. It would suit students who are interested in a future career pathway in health science, sports

science, human movement, teaching, health promotion, nutrition or as a dietician.

Cost: Nil

Inside Health

This subject will look at the human body from a health perspective. It will investigate how the body changes and

develops as it moves through the different stages of the lifespan. It will look at Health topics such as human

development, nutrition, agencies involved in health promotion and specific health issues throughout the lifespan. This

subject is designed to prepare students for VCE Health and Human Development. It would suit students who are

interested in a future career pathway in health science, sports science, human movement, teaching, health promotion,

nutrition or as a dietician.

Cost: Nil

Principles of Sport This course will be structured so that one double period will be timetabled against Year 7 Sport Education. Students will nominate two sports in which they wish to develop specific coaching skills. They will work as peer teachers in pairs or groups of three each term for a different sporting group. Theory classes will be allocated weekly for students to write up lesson plans. They will be given access to coaching manuals and resources and will be required to evaluate previous lessons and plan accordingly. Sport Education staff will be given an evaluation sheet to assist students to become effective coaches. Students will also be exposed to an Event Management component during the course in which they will work closely with the teacher and wider school community to help implement whole school events and support the Gleneagles House System. This subject is suited to students looking at a career in the Sporting Industry. It gives students the opportunity of broadening their interests in a variety of sports while gaining valuable exposure to many aspects of the sporting industry. Cost: Nil

OTHER

Personal Development

The purpose of this elective would be to provide further support for students struggling in their other subjects. In order to

make it relevant to the largest number of students, it would look at setting goals, study techniques and reading

strategies, as well as giving time to complete homework. This elective would hope to extend the support provided by the

Personal Development courses in VCE to our Year 10 students. Students may be referred to this elective via home

group/classroom teachers, but it will be open to anyone.

Cost: Nil

Truth and Logic

There are questions that sit in the intersection of philosophy, computer science and maths: What is true? What makes

sense? We will look at these questions in a mathematical way, using Boolean algebra, truth tables and other tools to

help us express and understand arguments and proofs. Cost: Nil

YEAR 10 ELECTIVES 2019 – COST SHEET Elective Cost

Technology

Enhanced IT Applications $10

Information Technology, Animation, Programming & Web Design Nil

Masterclass - Bakehouse $125

Masterclass – Food Studies $125

Metal Sculpture $40

Fashion Design and Construction $20

Technology (Wood and Metal) $45

The Arts/ Performing Arts

Music Performance $15

Theatre Production Nil

Media Reloaded (Film and Photography) $40

Studio Art $55

Visual Communication $40

Pilot Season (TV studies) Nil

Sport

Get Physical Nil

Inside Health Nil

Principles of Sport Nil

Languages & EAL

LOTE – Chinese Nil

LOTE – German Nil

LOTE – Indonesian Nil

EAL (English as an additional language) Nil

English, Science, Mathematics, Humanities and Others

Fundamental Maths Nil

Commerce/Law Nil

Creative Writing Nil

Environmental Science Nil

Global Issues Nil

Literature Nil

Maths Methods Preparation Nil

Personal Development Nil

Psychology Nil

Science Skills Nil

Truth and Logic Nil

VCE

Computing Units 1 & 2 $10

Physical Education Units 1 & 2 $40

Business Management Units 1 & 2 Nil

Biology Units 1 & 2 Nil

Health & Human Development Units 1 & 2 Nil

Environmental Science Units 1&2 Nil

Geography Units 1&2 $40

Legal Studies Units 1&2 Nil

VCE SCIENCE

BIOLOGY ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Biology is a diverse and evolving science discipline that seeks to understand

and explore the nature of life, past and present. The study explores the

diversity of life and the dynamic relationships between organisms and their

interactions with the non-living environment. It also explores the processes of

life, from the molecular world of the cell to that of the whole organism, that

maintain life and ensure its continuity.

Students examine classical and contemporary research, models and theories

to understand how knowledge in biology has evolved and continues to evolve

in response to new evidence and discoveries. An understanding of the

complexities and diversity of biology leads students to appreciate the

interconnectedness of the content areas both within biology, and across

biology and the other sciences.

Unit 1: How do living things stay alive?

In this unit students are introduced to some of the challenges to an organism

in sustaining life. Students examine the cell as the structural and functional

unit of life, from the single celled to the multicellular organism. They analyse

types of adaptations that enhance the organism’s survival in a particular

environment and develop an understanding of the processes by which an

organisms’ internal environment is maintained.

Unit 2: How is the continuity of life maintained?

In this unit students focus on cell reproduction and the transmission of

biological information from generation to generation. They examine the

process of DNA replication and compare cell division in both prokaryotic and

eukaryotic organisms. Students explore the mechanisms of asexual and

sexual reproductive strategies, patterns of inheritance, the role of stem cells,

and their potential use in medical therapies.

Environmental Science provides the opportunity for students to understand the structure, function and diversity of natural ecosystems on this planet and evaluate the impacts of human activities on them. Students examine strategies to maintain and protect the ecological health of the environment while meeting the needs and desires of human populations. Environmental Science investigates the interactions between natural and human systems. This study examines the application of environmental science to ecologically sustainable development and environmental management. Students should understand the values and attitudes that underpin environmental decisions and reflect on effective ways for modifying behaviour of individuals and groups for positive environmental outcomes. Unit 1: How the earth Systems are connected? The Earth has a set of four interacting systems: the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere. Students apply a systems perspective when exploring the physical requirements for life in terms of inputs and outputs, and consider the effects of natural and human-induced changes in ecosystems. They investigate the physical environment and its components, the function of local ecosystems and the interactions that occur in and between ecological components over different timescales. A student practical investigation related to ecosystem monitoring is undertaken in this unit. Unit 2: How can pollution be managed? In this unit students explore the concept of pollution and associated impacts on Earth’s four systems through global, national and local perspectives. They analyse the effects of pollutants on the health of humans and the environment over time. They explore the significance of technology, government initiatives, communities and individuals in redressing the effects of pollutants, and consider how values, beliefs and evidence affect environmental decision making. Students compare three pollutants of national and/or global significance with reference to their effects in the atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and lithosphere, and discuss management options. Students undertake an in-depth case study of the management strategies that apply to a pollutant of local concern related to ecosystem monitoring and/or change.

VCE HUMANITIES & ENGLISH

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT LEGAL STUDIES

VCE Business Management examines the ways businesses manage

resources to achieve objectives. The VCE Business Management study

design follows the process from the first idea for a business concept, to

planning and establishing a business, through to the day-to-day

management of a business. It also considers changes that need to be made

to ensure continued success of a business. Students develop an

understanding of the complexity of the challenges facing decision makers in

managing these resources. A range of management theories is considered

and compared with management in practice through contemporary case

studies drawn from the past four years. Students learn to propose and

evaluate alternative strategies to contemporary challenges in establishing

and maintaining a business.

Unit 1 – Planning a Business: Businesses of all sizes are major

contributors to the economic and social wellbeing of a nation. Therefore how

businesses are formed and the fostering of conditions under which new

business ideas can emerge are vital for a nation’s wellbeing. Taking a

business idea and planning how to make it a reality are the cornerstones of

economic and social development. In this unit students explore the factors

affecting business ideas and the internal and external environments within

which businesses operate, and the effect of these on planning a business.

Unit 2 – Establishing a business: This unit focuses on the establishment

phase of a business’s life. Establishing a business involves complying with

legal requirements as well as making decisions about how best to establish

a system of financial record keeping, staff the business and establish a

customer base. In this unit students examine the legal requirements that

must be satisfied to establish a business. They investigate the essential

features of effective marketing and consider the best way to meet the needs

of the business in terms of staffing and financial record keeping. Students

analyse various management practices in this area by applying this

knowledge to contemporary business case studies from the past four years.

VCE Legal Studies examines the institutions and principles which are

essential to Australia’s legal system. Students develop an understanding of

the rule of law, law-makers, key legal institutions, rights protection in

Australia, and the justice system. Through applying knowledge of legal

concepts and principles to a range of actual and/or hypothetical scenarios,

students develop their ability to use legal reasoning to argue a case for or

against a party in a civil or criminal matter. They consider and evaluate

recent and recommended reforms to the criminal and civil justice systems,

and engage in an analysis of the extent to which our legal institutions are

effective and our justice system achieves the principles of justice. For the

purposes of this study, the principles of justice are fairness, equality and

access.

Unit 1 – Guilt and Liability: This unit eamines the institutions and principles

which are essential to Australia’s legal system. Students develop an

understanding of the rule of law, law-makers , key legal institutions, rights

protection in Australia, and the justice system. Through applying knowledge

of legal concepts and principles to a range of actual and/or hypothetical

scenarios, students develop their ability to use legal reasoning to argue a

case for or against a party in a civil or criminal matter.

Unit 2 – Sanctions, Remedies and Rights: Criminal law and civil law aim

to protect the rights of individuals. When rights are infringed, a case or

dispute may arise which needs to be determined or resolved, and sanctions

or remedies may be imposed. This unit focuses on the enforcement of

criminal law and civil law, the methods and institutions that may be used to

determine a criminal case or resolve a civil dispute, and the purposes and

types of sanctions and remedies and their effectiveness. Students undertake

a detailed investigation of two criminal cases and two civil cases from the

past four years to form a judgment about the ability of sanctions and

remedies to achieve the principles of justice. Students develop their

understanding of the way rights are protected in Australia and in another

country, and possible reforms to the protection of rights.

VCE HUMANITIES

GEOGRAPHY ENGLISH LANGUAGE

The study of Geography is a structured way of exploring, analysing and

understanding the characteristics of places that make up our world.

Geographers are interested in key questions concerning places and

geographic phenomena: What is there? Where is it? Why is it there? What

are the effects of it being there? How is it changing over time and how could,

and should, it change in the future? Students explore these questions

through fieldwork and investigation of a wide range of secondary sources.

These methods underpin the development of a unique framework for

understanding the world, enabling students to appreciate its complexity. Ten

key geographic concepts underpin the study.These concepts are used in the

exploration of each area of study to assist in the observation, description,

interpretation and analysis and explanation of geographic phenomena. VCE

Geography is designed around two key themes: interconnection and

change.

Unit 1 – Hazards and Disasters: In this unit students undertake an

overview of hazards before investigating two contrasting types of hazards

and the responses to them by people. Hazards represent the potential to

cause harm to people and or the environment whereas disasters are

judgments about the impacts of hazard events. Students examine the

processes involved with hazards and hazard events, including their causes

and impacts, human responses to hazard events and interconnections

between human activities and natural phenomena. This unit investigates

how people have responded to specific types of hazards, including attempts

to reduce vulnerability to, and the impact of, hazard events.

Unit 2 – Tourism: In this unit students investigate the characteristics of

tourism, with particular emphasis on where it has developed, its various

forms, how it has changed and continues to change and its impacts on

people, places and environments. They select contrasting examples of

tourism from within Australia and elsewhere in the world to support their

investigations. Tourism involves the movement of people travelling away

from and staying outside of their usual environment for more than 24 hours

but not more than one consecutive year.

VCE PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

HEALTH AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Health is a dynamic condition that is influenced by complex

interrelationships between individuals and biomedical and behavioural

factors, as well as physical and social environments. These

interrelationships are reflected in a social view of health that sees health

as being created in the settings where people live and work.

This social view of health recognises the need for personal skills

development, the importance of empowering communities to take action

to promote health, the creation of social and physical environments that

are supportive of health and development, an awareness of the impacts

on health of public policies and the need for health services to be

oriented towards health promotion and the prevention of ill health.

Unit 1: The health and development of Australia’s youth

This unit focuses on the health and individual human development of

Australia’s youth. There are many factors that influence health and

individual human development of youth, including the importance of

nutrition for the provision of energy and growth as well as food

behaviours and their impact on youth health and individual human

development. Students identify issues that impact on the health and

individual human development of Australia’s youth. Students investigate

one health issue in detail and analyse personal, community and

government strategies or programs that affect youth health and individual

human development.

Unit 2: Individual human development and health issues

This unit focuses on the lifespan stages of childhood and adulthood.

Health and development during childhood has been identified as having a

significant impact on both health and development throughout the rest of

the lifespan.

Physical Education allows students to explore interrelationships between anatomical, biomechanical, physiological and skill acquisition principles to understand their role in producing and refining movement. Students examine a range of influences that can impact on performance and participation in physical activity. Students participate in practical activities to examine the core concepts of movement that influence performance and participation in physical activity, sport and exercise. Students also explore and reflect on factors that affect all levels of performance and participation in sport, exercise and physical activity. Unit 1 Students explore how the musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems work together to produce movement. Through practical activities students explore the relationships between the body systems and physical activity, sport and exercise, and how the systems adapt and adjust to the demands of the activity. Students investigate the role and function of the main structures in each system and how they respond to physical activity, sport and exercise. Students evaluate the social, cultural and environmental influences on movement. They consider the implications of the use of legal and illegal practices to improve the performance of the musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems, evaluating perceived benefits and describing potential harms. Unit 2 Students develop understanding of physical activity, sport and society from a participatory perspective. Students are introduced to types of physical activity and the role participation in physical activity and sedentary behaviour plays in their own health and wellbeing as well as in other people’s lives in different population groups. Students experience and explore different types of physical activity promoted in their own and different population groups. They gain an appreciation of the level of physical activity required for health benefits. Students critique a range of individual and settings-based strategies that are effective in promoting participation in some form of regular physical activity.

VCE TECHNOLOGY

COMPUTING

VCE Computing focuses on the application of a problem-solving methodology, and strategies and techniques for managing information systems in a range of contexts, to create digital solutions that meet specific needs. The study examines the attributes of each component of an information system including people, processes, data and digital systems (hardware, software, networks), and how their interrelationships affect the types and quality of digital solutions. VCE Computing is underpinned by four key concepts: approaches to problem solving, data and information, digital systems and interactions and impact. An important component of the study is the opportunity for students to develop the shared understanding in social networks that enable cooperation and a cooperative approach to problem solving. VCE Computing provides students with opportunities to acquire and apply knowledge and skills to use digital systems efficiently and effectively when creating digital solutions both individually and as part of a network. VCE Computing provides pathways to further studies in IT and to careers in ICT-based areas. It also prepares students for programs that require an IT-related subject or for a range of careers that require efficient and effective use of ICT. UNIT 1&2 Students focus on how data, information and networked digital systems can be used to meet a range of users’ current and future needs. Students will create digital solution that graphically presents the information, examine the technical underpinnings of wireless and mobile networks, and security controls. Acquire and apply their knowledge of information architecture and user interfaces, when creating a website. Students also focus on application of computational, design and systems thinking skills to support the creation of solutions that automate the processing of data. They will use programming and scripting languages, databases and data visualization tools to create solutions that that are clear, usable, attractive, and reduce the complexity of data