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Contents

Requirements For Senior Study _______________________________________________________5

Requirements for the Award of a Higher School Certicate (Board Of Studies)___________________6

Roseville College Course Requirements for Years 11 and 12 _________________________________7

Biology ___________________________________________________________________________8

Business Studies ___________________________________________________________________9

Chemistry _______________________________________________________________________10

Design and Technology _____________________________________________________________11

Drama __________________________________________________________________________12

Earth and Environmental Science ____________________________________________________13

Economics _______________________________________________________________________14

English Standard _________________________________________________________________15

English Advanced _________________________________________________________________17

Preliminary English Extension ________________________________________________________19

Food Technology __________________________________________________________________21

Geography _______________________________________________________________________22

Ancient History ___________________________________________________________________23

Modern History ___________________________________________________________________24

HSC History Extension _____________________________________________________________25

Information Processes and Technology (IPT)____________________________________________26



French Continuers _________________________________________________________________28

HSC French Extension _____________________________________________________________29

German Continuers ________________________________________________________________30

HSC German Extension ____________________________________________________________31

Japanese Continuers_______________________________________________________________32

HSC Japanese Extension ___________________________________________________________33

Legal Studies _____________________________________________________________________34

General Mathematics ______________________________________________________________35

Mathematics _____________________________________________________________________36

Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1 and HSC Mathematics Extension 1______________________37

HSC Mathematics Extension 2 _______________________________________________________38

Music 1 _________________________________________________________________________39

Music 2 _________________________________________________________________________40

HSC Music Extension ______________________________________________________________41

Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE)____________________________42

Physics _________________________________________________________________________43

Senior Science ___________________________________________________________________44

Visual Arts _______________________________________________________________________45

Studies of Religion_________________________________________________________________46



Executive StaffPrincipal Mrs M Krimmer BA DipEd MEd MACE

Deputy Principal Mr T Watson BA MIntRel MEdLd

Acting Director of Curriculum & Learning Ms D Magill BEd MECh MACE MACEL

Director of Student Development & Wellbeing Ms G Stone BA MA DipEd Cert TESOL

Director of Information and

Communication Technology Mr J Stewart BA LTCL

Director of Staff Services Mr P Mackay BSc(Arch) BArch DipEd

MDesSc(Comp)

Heads of DepartmentChristian Studies Mrs S Gorham BA GradDipEd, Assoc Degree

Theology, Cert Preaching MA (Biblical Hermeneutics)

Drama and Performance Ms K Young BA DipEd M (Theatre Studies)

English Mr N Smith Dip Teach BA GERRIC

PDHPE Mrs S Litcheld (Human Movement) BEd MEd

History Mrs S Binsted BA DipEd LLB MA

Languages Mrs M Boshier BA DipEd

Learning Enrichment Mrs N Smith BEd (Special Education)

Library Mrs J Harkness BA(LibSc) MTeach

Mathematics Mrs D Wilson BA DipEd

Music Ms N Katada BMUS DipEd Reifeprufung

Science Ms J Pemberton BSc DipEd GradCert Chemistry

GradDip ChristianEd

Social Sciences Mrs E Stone BA

Sport Mrs A Osborne BEd

Technological and Applied Studies Mrs C Silvano B Teach B (Design & Tech)(Co-Heads) Mrs N Burke BEd Grad Cert DT

Visual Arts Mr D Wells BEd (Visual Arts)

Careers Adviser Mrs V Cranston MA(EdWork)

DipEd GradCert (Careers Counselling)

School Counsellor Mrs E PinnBA Psych(Hons) MPsych(ClinPsych)MAPS (Registered Psychologist)



Welcome to the Senior Years

Welcome to your nal years at Roseville College. The senior years are academically challenging and

rich and rewarding in experience. We aspire for each of you to ourish: developing your unique potential

and achieving your personal best in all aspects of your life at school. Our teachers are looking forward to

working by your side as you learn and lead together.

We have endeavoured, in this booklet, to provide you with the information that will assist you in theprocess of choosing subjects and making plans for the future. If you, or your parents, would like any

further information, you are welcome to contact the teaching staff, Heads of Department or myself. I look

forward to sharing this learning journey with you.

Ms Deborah Magill

Acting Director of Curriculum and Learning

Selection of Courses of Study for Years 11 and 12The following information is offered as a guide to students and parents in making decisions about

appropriate courses of study. It is important that choices be made very carefully and are as nal as

possible to enable the College to undertake detailed planning for next year.

Choosing Subjects

The College offers a wide range of subjects in Years 11 and 12 but, as there is a limited number of periods

in the week, subjects must be grouped together to be taught at the same time. A completely free choice

is never possible at any school. To ensure that the largest possible number of students are able to take

the subjects of individual choice, a timetabling program will be used to determine subject groupings.

Therefore, it is necessary for Year 10 students to make a choice of subjects at this time.

The following points should be noted very carefully when choices are being made:

Choice of subjects should relate closely to the interests and abilities of students. Subjects should be chosen with all possible career options left open. This is important as many

students will change their minds about careers between now and the end of Year 12.

Where career interests may involve tertiary education, the admission requirements of the universities

and other institutes should be checked with the institutions concerned.

The entry requirements for universities and other tertiary institutions should be considered very

carefully. Our Career Adviser will give students and parents every assistance, but nal responsibility

for the accuracy and currency of tertiary entrance requirements rests with the student and parent.



Requirements for the Award of a Higher SchoolCertificate (Board Of Studies)

If you wish to be awarded a Higher School Certicate:

you must study a minimum of 12 units in the Preliminary course (Year 11) and a minimum of 10 unitsin the HSC course (Year 12)

Both the Preliminary course and the HSC course must include the following:

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 four subjects

at most 6 units of courses in Science can contribute to Higher School Certicate eligibility

you must complete the practical, oral or project works required for specic courses and the

assessment requirements for each course

you must have sat for, and made, a seriousattempt at the required Higher School Certicate

examinations

Higher School Certificate Course Notes A number of subjects include a requirement for the development of project work for either internal or

external assessment for example, Visual Arts, Drama, Design and Technology and others. Projects

developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in full or in part for assessment in

any other subject

Students may elect to study either or both the 2 unit Ancient History and the 2 unit Modern Historycourses. There is one HSC History Extension Course. This course allows students the exibility to

pursue areas of interest in Ancient and/or Modern History

Of the 12 Preliminary and 10 HSC units required for the Higher School Certicate, no more than 6

Preliminary units and 6 HSC units of Science can be included

The course Senior Science may not be taken as a Preliminary HSC course with any of the following

Science courses: Biology, Chemistry, Earth & Environmental Science and Physics. The above does

not apply for the HSC Senior Science course

You must study Music 2 if you wish to study HSC Music Extension

Additional information about courses and the new HSC is available on the Board of Studies

Website: http://www.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au



Roseville College Course Requirements forYears 11 and 12

At Roseville College, we aim to provide a broad, liberal education of a high standard for all students. In

keeping with this aim, we will require all students to study a minimum of six 2 unit subjects in Year 11. One

of these subjects must be an English course of at least 2 units.

Students must study all of their chosen subjects for the duration of Year 11.

In Year 11, in additionto the six 2 unit subjects, Preliminary English Extension and Preliminary Mathematics

Extension 1 may be studied. A limited number of students may be permitted to study 13 or 14 units if they

wish to study Preliminary English Extension and/or Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1.

In Year 12, all students will be expected to study a minimum of 10 units, excluding Extension courses.

In Years 11 and 12, students must study at least 2 units of English: either, English (Advanced) or

English (Standard).

2 UNIT SUBJECTS OFFERED

Ancient History German Continuers

Biology Information Processes and Technology

Business Studies Japanese

Chemistry Legal Studies

Design and Technology Mathematics

Drama Modern History

Earth and Environmental Science Music 1 and 2

Economics PDHPE

Food Technology Physics

French Continuers Senior Science

General Mathematics Visual Arts

Geography

ADDITIONAL SUBJECTS OFFERED

YEAR 11 YEAR 12

Preliminary English Extension HSC English Extension 1

Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1 HSC English Extension 2

Preliminary Studies of Religion (1 unit) HSC Mathematics Extension 1

HSC Mathematics Extension 2

HSC History Extension

HSC French Extension

HSC German Extension

HSC Japanese Extension

HSC Music Extension

HSC Studies of Religion (1 unit)



Biology

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course

Exclusions:Senior Science (Preliminary only)

Course Description

Biology is the study of living things. This course includes how living things work at both a whole organismand cellular level. The evolution of living things and various theories to account for this are studied.

Throughout the course students will be expected to carry out independent research and plan some of their

own investigations.

Preliminary Course

A Local Ecosystem.A eld study is carried out in an ecosystem. The way in which features of the

environment are interrelated and the impact of humans on the ecosystems are studied.

Patterns in Nature.This topic looks in detail at the structure and function of cells as well as the

systems of animals and plants.

Life on Earth.This investigates how life began and evolved on Earth. Diversity and classication oforganisms is studied.

Evolution of Australian Biota.Australias separation from Gondwanaland is discussed. The impact

of this separation on Australias climate, ora and fauna is investigated. Reproduction in plants and

animals as a means of continuing the species and for providing variation is also studied.

HSC Course

Builds on concepts introduced in the preliminary course.

Maintaining a Balance.The way in which plants and animals operate to maintain a stable internal

environment is examined. In particular the nervous, circulatory and urinary systems are studied.

Blueprint of Life.DNA, genetics and current reproductive technologies are studied as well as the

scientists involved in these developments in genetics.

The Search for Better Health. The study of infectious and non-infectious diseases; in particular their

impact on society is discussed and how we can prevent and manage the diseases.

Options One option is chosen from the following:

Communication (the role of the senses)

Biotechnology (genetic engineering)

Genetics the code broken? (an extension of Blueprint of Life)

The Human Story (human evolution)

Biochemistry (molecules and reactions that keep us functioning effectively)

Particular Course RequirementsThe Preliminary course includes a eld study related to local terrestrial and aquatic environments. Practical

experiences should occupy a minimum of 80 indicative hours across Preliminary and HSC course time

with no less than 35 hours in the HSC course.

Assessment: HSC course only

External Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting

A three hour written examination:Knowledge and understanding of

course content40

Core 75 First hand investigation 30

Option 25Scientic thinking, problem solving and

communication30

100 100



Business Studies


Course DescriptionBusiness Studies is distinctive in that it encompasses the theoretical and practical aspects of business

and management in contexts which students will encounter in life. The course offers focus areas andperspectives ranging from the planning of a small business to the management of operations, nance,

human resources and marketing in large businesses. Through the incorporation of contemporary business

theories and practices, the course lays an excellent foundation for students either in further tertiary study

or in future employment. Business case studies are embedded in the course to provide a stimulating and

relevant framework for students to apply theoretical concepts encountered in the business environment.

Students develop research and independent learning skills in addition to analytical and problem-solving

competencies through their studies.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course Nature of Business The focus is the role and nature of business in a changing business

environment.

Business Management The focus is the nature and responsibilities of management in business.

Business Planning The focus is the processes of establishing and planning a small to medium

enterprise.

HSC Course

Operations The focus is the strategies for effective operations management in large business.

Marketing The focus is the main elements involved in the development and implementation of

successful marketing strategies.

Human Resources The focus is the contribution of human resource management to business

performance.

Finance The focus is the role of interpreting nancial information in the planning and management

of business.

Particular Course RequirementsStudents do notneed to have studied Commerce in Years 9 and 10. In the Preliminary course there is a

research project investigating the operation of a small business or planning the establishment of a small

business.

Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment

A three hour written examination,

including multiple-choice, short

answer and extended response

questions

100 Knowledge and understanding

of course content

40

Stimulus based skills 20

Inquiry and research 20

Communication of business

information, ideas and issues

in appropriate forms

20

100 100



Chemistry


Exclusions: Senior Science (Preliminary only)

Course Description

Chemistry is the study of matter and energy, with a focus on substances and their interactions.Students will work individually and in teams in practical and secondary source investigations related to the

theoretical concepts of the course.

Preliminary Course

The Preliminary course develops a knowledge of atomic structure, chemical changes, rates of reaction

and relationships between substances by focusing on increasing students understanding of the Earths

resources, the development of increasingly sophisticated methods to extract and use metals, the

importance of water and high energy carbon compounds.

The Chemical Earth This topic focuses on understanding the properties of substances in the

mixtures that make up the Earths materials, in order to use resources effectively and efciently. Metals This topic examines the uses of metals throughout history and examines their properties.

Water The special nature of the water molecules leads to a study of solutions and the unique

contribution of water to life on Earth.

Energy This topic studies fuels and strategies for their efcient use.

HSC Course

The HSC course builds on the concepts developed in the Preliminary course. In particular, it deals with

the applications of chemistry, including the search for new sources of traditional materials, the design and

production of new materials, the type and effect of chemicals that have been released as a result of human

technological activity and the way in which environmental problems could be reversed or minimised. The

options cover a wide variety of interest topics and draw on the increased information and understandingsprovided by improved technology to examine areas of current research.

The Identication and Production of Materials.The technological advances leading to the

development of new materials such as plastics and fossil fuel substitutes are examined.

The Acidic Environment.This topic studies the acidic and basic compounds in daily use in the home

and in the environment.

Chemical Monitoring and Management.This topic studies modern technologies used to gather

information about chemicals in the environment and those released by human activity.

Option one option is chosen from the following:

Industrial Chemistry Shipwrecks and Salvage

Biochemistry Forensic Chemistry

Particular Course RequirementsPractical experiences should occupy a minimum of 80 indicative hours across Preliminary and HSC course

time, with no less than 35 hours in the HSC course.



A three hour written examination: Knowledge and understanding 40


Option 25Scientic thinking, problem solving

and communication30

100 100



Design and Technology

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC

Course Description

Students study design processes, design theory and factors in relation to the realisation of practical

design projects. While the course builds on the skills learnt in Design and Technology in Stages 4 and 5,

it also caters for students with no previous practical experience. However, all students must be preparedto explore and experiment with a variety of new materials and techniques and willingly learn many new

practical skills.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

Students study Designing and Producing, which includes the following topics:

Design theory, design processes, creativity, collaborative design, research, management, using

resources, communication, manufacturing and production, computer-based technologies, safety,

evaluation, environmental issues, analysis, marketing and manipulation of materials, tools andtechniques

Complete practical design projects and accompanying folio, as well as a designer case study.

HSC Course

Includes the study of:

Innovation and Emerging Technologies, involving a case study of innovation.

The study of designing and producing includes a Major Design Project and project Folio which

includes a project proposal and management, project development and realisation, and project

evaluation.

Particular Course Requirements In the Preliminary course, students MUST participate in all hands-on practical activities using a variety

of materials.

In the HSC course, the comprehensive study of designing and producing that were studied in the

Preliminary course are synthesised and applied. This culminates in the development and realisation

of a major design project and the presentation of a case study of an innovation.

Assessment: HSC course onlyExternal Assessment Weighting Internal Assessment Weighting

Section I:A one and a half hour

written examination 40

Innovation and Emerging Technologies,

including a compulsory case study of aninnovation

40

Questions based on Innovation

& Emerging Technologies,

Designing and Producing. These

will provide opportunities for

students to make reference to

the Major Design Project and the

Case Study.

Section II:Major Design Project

Product, system or environment

AND supporting Folio 60

Designing and Producing (which may

include aspects of the Major Design

Project)

60

100 100



Drama


Exclusions: projects developed for assessment in one subject are not to be used either in full or in part

for assessment in any other subject

Course DescriptionDrama is a collaborative art form that involves the creative interaction of individuals using a range of artistic

skills. Drama is an important means of understanding, constructing, appreciating and communicating

social and cultural values.

The study of Drama will develop the talents and capacities of all students physical, emotional, intellectual,

social, spiritual, creative and expressive as well as developing self-condence and self-esteem.

This syllabus provides opportunities for students to develop a range of skills and the opportunity to

concentrate on areas of personal interest. It is designed for students who have completed the School

Certicate Drama course and for those who are studying Drama for the rst time.

The skills and knowledge acquired through the study of this syllabus may be further developed andemployed in a variety of professions including, but not conned to, theatre, media, communications and

community cultural development. The syllabus provides continuity with many tertiary and industry courses.

Preliminary Course

Improvisation, Playbuilding and Acting

Elements of Production in Performance

Theatrical Traditions and Performance Styles.

HSC Course

Australian Drama and Theatre (Core component)

Studies in Drama and Theatre The Group Performance (Core component)

The Individual Project.

In the Individual Project students demonstrate their expertise in a particular area. They use knowledge,

skills and experience acquired in the Preliminary course to select an area in which to specialise. Students

have a wide range of choice from Performance, Design, Script, Video Drama or Critical Analysis. Students

chart the process of their project in a logbook. Some class time is allocated to this project but students

must be prepared to work independently.

In the Group Performance students (3-6) collaborate to devise and perform a piece of original theatre (8-

12 minutes in duration). As a starting point students must choose ONE topic from a list published by the

Board of Studies. Each student charts the process of this project in a logbook. The Group Performance is

developed in class time; however, outside class time rehearsals are essential.


Group Presentation (Core) 30 Making 40

Individual Project 30 Performing 30

A one and a half hour written

Examination comprising two

compulsory sections:

40 Critically Studying 30

Australian Drama and Theatre (Core)

Studies in Drama and Theatre

100 100



Earth and Environmental Science


Exclusions: Senior Science (Preliminary Course only)

Course Description

Earth and Environmental Science is the study of the planet Earth, its processes and its environment.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

Planet Earth and Environment a ve thousand million year journey examines the development of

the earth from the Big Bang and origins of the Solar System to the primitive atmosphere, ancient life

forms and climate change.

Dynamic Earthdeals with the theory of plate tectonics and the interaction of plates during

subduction, collision and break-up throughout Earths history.

Water Issueslooks at interacting subsystems of the Earth that produce a unique biome now and in

the past and the importance of maintaining and conserving water in the Australian environment.

The Local Environmentuses eldwork to investigate landforms, rocks, soil types and living things

and how these interact to form the local environment. It includes the impact of humans as well as

research on endangered species.

HSC Course

Builds upon the Preliminary course.

Tectonic Impactsexamines how earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis occur and how they affect

people, other living things and the environment. Includes a case study of a natural disaster.

Environments through timetraces the development of life on Earth, the fossil record and mass

extinctions, including dinosaurs and the mega fauna. Caring for the countrydeals with problems such as soil erosion, salinity, pesticides, global warming

and ozone depletion. Waste and sustainability are also discussed.

One option is chosen from the following:w

Introduced Species and the Australian Environment looks at problems caused by introduced

pests, such as the blackberry and the cane toad.

Organic Geology

Mining and the Australian Environment

Oceanography

Particular Course RequirementsThe Preliminary course includes eld experience in the identication of landforms, rocks and soil types as

well as how biological factors interact to form the local environment. Practical experiences should occupy

a minimum of 80 indicative hours across Preliminary and HSC course time with no less than 35 hours in

the HSC course.


A three hour written examination: Knowledge and understanding 40


Option 25Scientic thinking, problem solving

and communication30

100 100



Economics


Course DescriptionEconomics provides students with an understanding of the many aspects of the economy and its operation

that frequently dominate the media and politics. It investigates issues such as the causes of uctuationsin interest rates, share values or the value of the Australian dollar and the impact of these changes on

individuals and the economy. Economics develops students knowledge and understanding of the operation

of the global and Australian economy. It develops the analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

of students. There is a strong emphasis on the problems and issues in a contemporary Australian economic

context within the course. By understanding Economics, students can make informed judgments about

issues and policies and participate responsibly in decision-making. The course benets students as they

pursue further education and training and employment, and participate as active citizens.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course Introduction to Economics The focus is the need for choice by individuals, businesses and

governments and how their decisions determine the nature of the economy.

Consumers and Business The focus is an investigation of how consumers and businesses make

decisions about the choices they face, particularly in a market economy.

Markets The focus is the operation of markets and the way prices are determined in a mixed

economy.

Labour Markets The focus is an examination of the market for labour resources.

Financial Markets The focus is the operation of nancial markets in Australia.

Government in the Economy The focus is the role of government in a mixed economy.

HSC Course The Global Economy The focus is the operation of the global economy and the impact of

globalisation individual on economies.

Australias Place in the Global Economy The focus is an examination of Australia in the global

economy and the effect of changes in the global economy on Australia.

Economic Issues The focus is the nature, causes and consequences of the economic issues that

confront contemporary economies.

Economic Policies and Management The focus is the aims and operation of economic policies in

the Australian economy.

Particular Course RequirementsStudents do not need to have studied Commerce in Years 9 and 10.




including multiple-choice, short answer

and extended response questions

100 Knowledge and understanding of

course content

40

Stimulus based skills 20

Inquiry and research 20

Communication of economic

information, ideas and issues in

appropriate forms

20

100 100



English Standard

The English Standard course is not offered to Roseville College students in their Preliminary year. In Year

11 all students complete the Advanced English course.

The English Standard Course may be offered in Year 12 for eligible students.

Course DescriptionIn the Preliminary course, students explore the ways events, experiences, ideas and processes are

represented in, and through, texts.

In the HSC course, students reect on and demonstrate the effectiveness of texts for different

audiences and purposes.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

The course has two sections:

Content common to the Standard and Advanced courses is undertaken through units of work

called Areas of Study. Students explore texts and develop skills in synthesis. The common content

comprises 40% of the course content. Students undertake at least one Area of Study.

Electives in which students explore and examine texts and analyse aspects of meaning. The electives

comprise 60% of the content.

HSC Course


The HSC Common Content which consists of one Area of Study common to the HSC Standard and

the HSC Advanced courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis.

Modulesthat provide elective choices, which emphasise particular aspects of shaping meaning

and demonstration of the effectiveness of texts for different audiences and purposes. Students are

required to choose one elective from each of three Modules A, B or C.

Particular Course Requirements

Preliminary Course Students are required to:

study Australian and other texts

explore a range of types of text drawn from prose ction, drama, poetry, nonction, lm, media and/or

multimedia texts

undertake wide reading programs involving texts and textual forms composed in and for a wide

variety of contexts

integrate the modes of reading, writing, listening, speaking, viewing and representing as appropriate

engage in the integrated study of language and text

HSC Course requires:

the close study of at least four types of prescribed text, one drawn from eachof the following

categories: prose ction; drama; poetry; nonction or lm or media ormultimedia

a wide range of additional related texts and textual forms.




External Assessment Internal Assessment Weighting

A written examination paper

consisting of:

Area of Study 40

Paper 1 (2 hours) 40 (Common course content)

Areas of Study (Common coursecontent)

Module A 20

Paper 2 (2 Hours) 60 Module B 20

Module A Module C 20

Module B 100

Module C Assessment across the language modes

Listening 15

Speaking 15

Reading 25

Writing 30

Viewing and representing 15

100 100



English Advanced2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course

Exclusions:English (Standard); English (ESL); Mass Media Studies

Course Description

In the Preliminary course, students explore the ways that events, experiences, ideas, values andprocesses are represented in and through texts and analyse the ways in which texts reect different

attitudes and values.

In the HSC course students analyse and evaluate texts and the ways that they are valued in their

contexts.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course


content common to the Standard and Advanced courses is undertaken through units of work

called Areas of Study. Students explore texts and develop skills in synthesis. The common content

comprises 40% of the course content. Students undertake at least one Area of Study.

electives in which students explore, examine and analyse texts and analyse aspects of shaping

meaning and the ways in which texts and contexts shape and are shaped by different attitudes and

values. The Electives comprise 60% of the content.

HSC Course.


the HSC Common Content consists of one Area of Study common to the HSC Standard and the

Advanced courses where students analyse and explore texts and apply skills in synthesis.

Modules which emphasise particular aspects of shaping meaning and representation, questions oftextual integrity, and ways in which texts are valued. Students are required to choose one elective

from each of three Modules A, B or C.

Particular Course Requirements

Preliminary Course requires:

study of Australian and other texts

exploration of a range of types of text drawn from prose ction, drama, poetry, nonction, lm, media

and/or multimedia texts

wide reading programs involving texts and textual forms composed in and for a wide variety of

contexts integration of the modes of reading, writing, listening, speaking, and viewing and representing as

appropriate

engagement in the integrated study of language and text

HSC Course requires:

the close study of at least vetypes of prescribed text, one drawn from eachof the following

categories: Shakespearean drama; prose ction; drama orlm; poetry; nonction ormedia or

multimedia texts

a wide range of additional related texts and textual forms.




External Assessment Internal Assessment Weighting

A written examination paper

consisting of:Area of Study 40

Paper 1 (2 hours) 40 (Common course content)

Areas of Study (Common course

content)

Module A 20

Paper 2 (2 Hours) 60 Module B 20

Module A Module C 20

Module B 100

Module C Assessment across the language modes

Listening 15

Speaking 15

Reading 25

Writing 30

Viewing and Representing 15

100 100



Preliminary English ExtensionHSC English Extension 1 and HSC English Extension 2

1 unit of study for each of Preliminary and HSC

Prerequisites: (a) English Advanced

(b) Preliminary English Extension Course is a prerequisite for HSC English Extension 1 (c) HSC English Extension 1 is prerequisite for HSC English Extension 2

Exclusions: English (Standard); English (ESL)

Course DescriptionIn Preliminary English Extension, students explore how and why texts are valued in and appropriated into

a range of contexts. They consider why some texts may be perceived as culturally signicant.

In HSC English Extension 1, students explore ideas of value and consider how cultural values and systems

of valuation arise.

In HSC English Extension 2, students develop a sustained composition and document their reection on

this process.

Main Topics Covered and course requirements

Preliminary English Extensionrequires students to examine a key text from the past and its manifestationsin one or more popular cultures. Students also explore, analyse and critically evaluate different examples

of such appropriations in a range of contexts and media.

HSC English Extension 1

The course has one section. Students must complete one elective chosen from one of the three

modules offered for study: Module A: Genre; Module B: Texts and Ways of Thinking; Module C:Language and Values.

HSC English Extension 2

Requires completion of a Major Work and a statement of reection.

Assessment: HSC English Extension 1


A written examination of two hours

duration

50 Module A, B or C 50

Assessment across thelanguage modes:

Speaking and listening 10

Reading and writing 30

Viewing and representing 10

50 50



Assessment: HSC English Extension 2


Submission of Major Work Viva Voce 10

Including a 10001500 word

(maximum) reection statement50 Report 15

Draft version of the Major Work 25

50 50



Food Technology2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course

COURSE DESCRIPTIONStudents will examine the factors that have inuenced food availability and selection in Australia and

investigate current food consumption patterns. Food handling is addressed with an emphasis on ensuringfood safety and managing the sensory characteristics and functional properties of food to produce a

quality product. The role of nutrition in contributing to the health of the individual and the social and

economic future of Australia is explored. The structure of the Australian food industry is outlined and the

operations of one organisation investigated. Production and processing practices are examined and their

impact evaluated. The activities that support food product development are identied and the process

applied in the development of a food product. Contemporary food issues related to nutrition are raised,

investigated and debated.

MAIN TOPICS COVERED:Preliminary Course

Food Availability and Selection

Food Quality

Nutrition

HSC Course

The Australian Food Industry

Food Manufacture

Food Product Development

Contemporary Issues in Nutrition

PARTICULAR COURSE REQUIREMENTSPractical experiences are an integral part of the Food Technology course. These activities include a

variety of hands on practical sessions as well as experimental and excursion work.



A three hour written examination

including:

100 Knowledge and understanding 20

Multiple Choice

Short answers

Extended responses

Research and analysis 20

Experimentation and Preparation 30

Design Implementation and

Evaluation30

100 100



Geography


Course DescriptionGeography is the study of the features of the earths surface and related human activity. It is the study

of the many different places, or environments, which make up our world and is described as the why

of where. Geography answers our questions about why places have their particular environmental and

human characteristics; how and why these characteristics vary from place to place; how places are

connected, and how and why they are changing. It helps us make sense of a rapidly changing world and it

explores ways in which we can inuence and manage our planet sustainably. Geography allows students

to explore issues as informed citizens and assists students to develop skills which are applicable to the

world of work.

The Preliminary Coursecovers issues such as coastal management, climate change, global population

growth, refugee movements, natural resource use such as water, shing, minerals as well as the

complexities of cultural integration.

In the HSC coursestudents look at a variety of ecosystems at risk, including coral reefs and alpine, thedevelopment of world cities and the rise of mega cities and the growth of a selected industry such as

viticulture or tourism.

In both courses students learn about the processes involved, the importance of effective management

and the ways in which they can take an active role in shaping future society. They engage in a variety of

activities including eldwork, discussion, debate, forums and role plays.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course Biophysical Interactions

Global ChallengesSenior Geography Project

HSC Course Ecosystems at RiskUrban Places

People and Economic Activity

Key concepts incorporated across all topics: change, environment, sustainability, spatial and ecological

dimensions, interaction, technology, management and cultural integration.

Particular Course RequirementsStudents do notneed to have studied Elective Geography in Years 9 and 10. Students complete a Senior

Geography Project (SGP) in the Preliminary Course and must undertake 12 hours of eldwork in boththe Preliminary and HSC Courses. Students will be required to submit both oral and written geographic

reports.


A three hour written examination Knowledge and understanding of

course content

40

Multiple-choice 20 Stimulus based skills 20

Short answers 40 Inquiry and research 20

Extended responses 40

Communication of economic

information, ideas and issues in

appropriate forms

20

100 100



Ancient History


Course DescriptionAncient History involves the study of at least two of the following areas: Egypt, The Near East, Greece and

Rome in both the Preliminary and HSC Courses

The Preliminary Courseis structured for students to investigate:

People, groups, events, institutions, societies and historical sites from the Ancient World

Archaeological and Written evidence and the methods used by historians

The HSC Courseallows students to use archaeological and written evidence to investigate a personality

from the ancient world plus three ancient societies/historical periods.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary CourseStudents investigate the past through the study of History, Archaeology and Science.

They then complete at least ONE case study and study at least ONE ancient society, site or source

drawn from an extensive range of topics. Topics for the case study include Tutankhamuns tomb, Masada,

Etruscan tombs, ancient human remains, and Boudicca in Roman Britain. Ancient societies, sites and

sources to be studied may include Alexandra, Persepolis, Early Israel, Greek Drama and Roman Britain.

More topics are outlined in the syllabus.

Students also undertake an independent historical investigation which allows them to pursue a topic of

their own interest in depth.

HSC CourseStudents undertake the study of four major topics. These are drawn from at least two of the following

areas: Egypt, The Near East, Greece and Rome.

Each topic studied is worth 25% of the course.

Part I: Core: Pompeii and Herculaneum

Part II: ONE Ancient Society

Part III: ONE Personality in their time

Part IV: ONE Historical Period

The topic lists for parts II to IV are extensive and can be found at the Board of Studies website in thestage 6, Year 11 and 12 syllabus documents.


A three hour written examination in

four parts including short answer

and extended responses

100 The four parts of the course are

assessed through a range of tasks,

including:

100

Tests

Research

Source analysisOral and written communication

100 100



Modern History


Course DescriptionThe Preliminary Course is designed to provide students with opportunities to investigate individuals,

groups, events, institutions, societies and ideas in a range of historical contexts. This course forms a

background to, and is a prerequisite for, the HSC Course.

The HSC Courseis designed for students to investigate national and international forces for change and

continuity in the 20thCentury through four major studies.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

Students complete the study of at least two Case Studies drawn from an extensive number of choices

including: Decolonisation in Indochina, the Decline and Fall of the Romanov dynasty, Civil Rights in the

USA in the 1950s and 1960s, The Boxer Rebellion in China and The Creation of the State of Israel. More

topics can be found in the syllabus.

Students also complete an Independent historical investigation which allows them to pursue a topic of

their own interest in depth.

HSC Course

The course is divided into four major studies:

Part One Core:World War One 1914 1919: A Source-based study

This is the compulsory study for all Modern History students and comprises 25% of the course

Part Two: 20thCentury National Study

At present, students at Roseville study Russia and the Soviet Union, 1917-1941, but other topics mayalso be studied.

This forms 25% of the course

Part Three: A Personality in the Twentieth Century

The personality studied is likely to be linked to either part two or part four, that is, Leon Trotsky, to

complement Russia/Soviet Union, Yasser Arafat to complement the Arab-Israeli Conict or Ho Chi

Minh to complement Conict in Indochina.

Part Four: International Studies in Peace and Conict

Students at Roseville may study conict in Indochina and Arab-Israeli Conict or the Cold War,

although this is subject to change according to the teacher and the class a student is in.

This forms 25% of the course.

Particular Course RequirementsThe Preliminary course is a prerequisite for the HSC course.



A three hour written examination

in four parts including short

answer and extended responses

100

Core national, international and

personality studies are assessed

through a range of tasks, including:

100

Tests

Research

Source analysis

Oral and written communication

100 100



HSC History Extension

1 unit HSC Board Developed Course

Course DescriptionHSC History Extension involves the study and evaluation of the ideas and processes used by historians

to construct history. In Part I of the course, students investigate the question What is history? throughreadings and through one case study. In Part II students design, research and present their own major

historical inquiry.

Main Topics CoveredPart I: What is History? (60% of course time)

Key questions:

Who are the historians?

What are the aims and purposes of history?

How has history been constructed and recorded over time?

Why have the approaches to history changed over time?

Students will investigate one case study from a selection of ancient, medieval and early modern, modern

and Australian options. At present, students at Roseville study representations of convict women in New

South Wales.

Part II: History Project (40% of course time)

An original piece of historical investigation by the student, which includes a Proposal, Essay,

Bibliography and Process Log.

Particular Course RequirementsA Preliminary Course in Modern or Ancient History is a prerequisite for the HSC History Extension course.

Students must be studying concurrently, or have completed, the HSC course in Ancient History and/or

Modern History.



A two-hour written examination

comprising TWO questions, both

compulsory.

Assessment Tasks 10

Question 1: one compulsory essay

question in relation to aspects of

what is history?, based on an

unseen passage as stimulus.

25

History Project comprising:

Proposal

Essay

Bibliograph

Process Log

40

Question 2: one compulsory essay

question, which requires students

to analyse an historiographical

issue with specic reference to

their case study.

25

50 50



Information Processes and Technology (IPT)


Course DescriptionWe live in a technological age. Computers and their associated technologies are now integral to all

professions.

This course teaches students about information-based systems. Information systems and the role they play

in society have increased in signicance in recent years. The raw ingredients information, information

technology and participants combine to form information processes, for example, collecting, organising,

analysing, processing and displaying) within information systems. Information systems underpin all work

environments.

The Information Processes and Technology Syllabus provides signicant scope for project work, which will

be the key means of satisfying syllabus outcomes. The syllabus is presented as separate topics, including

a topic on the completion of project work. When projects are undertaken, relevant syllabus content from

other areas of the syllabus are incorporated and applied. However, the course is not just about projectsand using applications, it is about studying and understanding computer based information systems.

This course also has a major focus on social and ethical issues arising from the use of technology. Different

types of information systems are studied including Multimedia Information Systems, Communication

Information Systems, and Database and Hypermedia Information systems

Main Syllabus Topics to be Covered

Preliminary Course HSC Course

Introduction to Information Skills and Systems Project Management

Tools for Information Processes Information Systems and Databases

Developing Information Systems Communication Systems

Option Strands

Students will select two of the following options:

Transaction Processing Systems

Decision Support Systems

Automated Manufacturing Systems

Multimedia Systems



Particular Course RequirementsThere is no prerequisite study for the 2 unit Preliminary course. Completion of the 2 unit Preliminary

course is a prerequisite to the study of the 2 unit HSC course.



A three-hour written examination

comprising

100 Project Work 20

Information Systems and Databases 20

Communication Systems 20

Option Strand (2 of the following) 40

Transaction Processing

Decision Support Systems

Automated Manufacturing Systems

Multimedia Systems

100 100



French Continuers

2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC, with the option of a 1 unit Extension course for the HSC Board

Developed Course

Prerequisites: School Certicate French or equivalent knowledge is assumed.

Exclusions: French Beginners

Course DescriptionThe Preliminary and HSC courses have, as their organisational focuses, themes and associated topics.

Students skills in, and knowledge of, French will be developed through tasks associated with a range of

texts and text types, which reect the themes and topics. Students will also gain an insight into the culture

and language of French-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.

Main Topics CoveredThemes

the individual topics such as personal identity, relationships, family, friends, school life and

aspirations, leisure and interests, health and sport are explored through a variety of texts such as lm,

short story, song, newspaper article, documentary.

the French-speaking communities topics such as daily lifestyles, routines, city and country life, arts

and entertainment are explored through the variety of texts mentioned above.

the changing world topics such as travel and tourism, the world of work, careers and occupations,

men and women in the workplace, current issues and youth cultures are explored through the variety

of texts mentioned above.

Students language skills are developed through tasks such as:

conversation

responding to an aural stimulus

responding to a variety of written material

writing for a variety of purposes

studying French culture through a variety of texts

Particular Course Requirements: None



A ten minute oral 20 Speaking 20

Conversation Listening and responding 25

A three hour written examination: Reading and responding 40

Listening and responding 25 Writing in French 15

Reading and responding

Part A 25

Part B 15

Writing in French 15

100 100



HSC French Extension

1 unit for HSC Board Developed Course

Prerequisites: The French Continuers course is a prerequisite.

Co-requisites: The French Continuers course is a co-requisite.

Exclusions: None

Course Description

The organisational focus of the French Extension course is the theme: the individual and contemporary

society. A number of issues that exemplify aspects of the theme are prescribed for study. Students engage

with the issues through the study of a prescribed text and related texts.

Main Topics covered

Prescribed Text

Film NeuiIly sa mere! (NeuillyYo Mamal)2009

Director: Gabriel Julien-Laferriere, Producers: Jamel Bensalah, Isaac Charry, Classication: M

Prescribed Issues

The impact of social class

social inequality

importance of social standing for individuals and groups

acceptance/rejection of others

Issues of Tolerance

racism and prejudice

immigration stereotypes

Relationships

family

community

school



Oral Examination Speaking skills 10

Monologue 10 Analysis of written text 20

A two hour written examination: Creative response to written text in 10

French and English

Response to prescribed text Writing skills 10

Part A 15

Part B 10

Writing in French 15

50 50



German Continuers


Developed Course

Prerequisites: School Certicate German or equivalent knowledge is assumed.

Exclusions: German Beginners


Students skills in, and knowledge of, German will be developed through tasks associated with a range of


and language of German-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.

Main Topics Covered

Themes

the individual topics such as personal identity, relationships, family, friends, school life and

aspirations, leisure and interests, sport are explored through a variety of texts such as lm, short

story, song, newspaper article, documentary.

the German-speaking communities topics such as daily lifestyles, routines, city and country life, arts

and entertainment are explored through the variety of texts mentioned above.

the changing world topics such as travel and tourism, the world of work, careers and occupations,

men and women in the workplace, current issues and youth cultures are explored through the variety

of texts mentioned above.


conversation




studying German culture through a variety of texts







Listening and responding 25 Writing in German 15


Part A 25

Part B 15

Writing in German 15

100 100



HSC German Extension


Prerequisites: The German Continuers course is a prerequisite.

Co-requisites: The German Continuers course is a co-requisite.

Exclusions: None

Course DescriptionThe organisational focus of the German Extension course is the theme: the individual and contemporary



Main Topics covered

Theme

Text type: FilmTitle: Am Ende kommen Touristen (And Along Come Tourists) 2007

Director: Robert Thalheim

Producers: Hans-Christian Schmid, Britta Knller

Classication: PG

Prescribed Issues

How we communicate with others

intergenerational dialogue

language as a tool

how young people communicate

Impact of the past on the present

coming to terms with ones past

resilience of the human spirit

personal and national identity

Relationships

prejudice versus acceptance

dealing with authority

Particular Course Requirements: NoneAssessment: HSC course only




A two hour written examination: Creative response to written text 10

in German and English

Response to prescribed text 15 Writing skills 10

Part A 10

Part B 15

Writing in German

50 50



Japanese Continuers


Developed Course

Prerequisites: School Certicate Japanese or equivalent knowledge is assumed.

Exclusions: Japanese Beginners; Japanese Background Speakers.Other eligibility rules apply

to the study of this subject.

Check with your teacher or the Boards ACE Manual.


Students skills in, and knowledge of, Japanese will be developed through tasks associated with a range of


and language of Japanese-speaking communities through the study of a range of texts.

Main Topics CoveredThemes

the individual

the Japanese-speaking communities

the changing world


conversation




studying Japanese culture through texts







Listening and responding 25 Writing in Japanese 15


Part A 15

Part B 15

Writing in Japanese 25

100 100



HSC Japanese Extension


Prerequisites: The Japanese Continuers course is a prerequisite.

Co-requisites: The Japanese Continuers course is a co-requisite.

Exclusions: None

Course DescriptionThe organisational focus of the Japanese Extension course is the theme: the individual and contemporary



Main Topics covered

Theme

Prescribed text

Text type: FilmTitle: Okuribito (Departures0 2008

Director: Youjirou Takita

Producers: Toshiaki Nakazawa, Toshihisa Watai

Classication: M

Prescribed Issues

Coping with change

pressures on the individual

hopes and dreams versus reality

personal growthThe place of traditions in modern society

maintaining traditions

urban versus rural lifestyle

economic inuences

Connectedness

relationships

power of attachment

self-fullment

Particular Course Requirements: NoneAssessment: HSC course only




A two hour written examination: Response to written text 10

Writing skills 15

Response to prescribed text

Part A 15

Part B 10

Writing in Japanese 15

50 50



Legal Studies


Course DescriptionLegal Studies develops students knowledge, understanding and critical thinking skills in relation to the

legal system and its effectiveness in promoting a just and fair society, with a view to empowering studentsto participate effectively as citizens at the local, national and international level.

The subject offers excellent preparation for life skills through an understanding of the legal system, its

principles, structures, institutions and processes.

Legal Studies allows students to acquire skills in analysis, independent research and the development of

coherent arguments. Such skills are foundational in their preparation of education, training and employment.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

Part 1 The Legal System

Students develop an understanding of the nature and functions of law through the examination of the

law-making processes and institutions.

Part 2 The Individual and the Law

Students investigate the way in which the law impacts on individuals by referring to legal and non-

legal institutions, laws, rights, and media reports.

Part 3 Law in Practice

Students investigate contemporary issues that illustrate how the law operates in practice.

HSC Course

Part 1 CrimeStudents investigate criminal law, processes and institutions and the tension between community

interests and individual rights and freedom.

Part 2 Human Rights

Students investigate human rights and assess the extent to which the legal system embodies and

promotes human rights.

Part 3 Options

1. Indigenous Peoples

2. World Order

Students investigate the effectiveness of the law in achieving justice through the study of World Order

and Global Indigenous Peoples.

Particular Course RequirementsStudents do notneed to have studied Commerce in Years 9 and 10.




including multiple-choice, short

answer and extended response

questions

100 Knowledge and Understanding 60

Research 20

Communication 20

100 100



General Mathematics


Prerequisites: The course is constructed on the assumption that students have achieved the

outcomes in the core of the Mathematics 5.2 course.

Exclusions: Students may not study any other Stage 6 Mathematics course in conjunction with

General Mathematics.

Course Description

General Mathematics focuses on mathematical skills and techniques, which have direct application to

everyday activity. The course content is divided into ve areas of study: Financial Mathematics; Data and

Statistics; Measurement; Probability; Algebraic Modelling. The emphasis is on specic skills and on tasks

that involve integrating skills and techniques across a range of familiar and unfamiliar situations. These

tasks draw from more than one area of study and encourage the transfer of knowledge across the entire

course.

The course provides an appropriate mathematical background for students who are wishing to continue

mathematics at school but who do not wish to pursue it formally at a tertiary level.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

Financial Mathematics

Data and Statistics

Measurement

Probability

Algebraic Modelling Focus studies: Mathematics and Communication,

Mathematics and Driving

HSC (Course 2)

Financial Mathematics

Data and Statistics

Measurement

Probability

Algebraic Modelling Focus studies:

Mathematics and Health,

Mathematics and Resources


HSC (Course 2)

A single written examination paper of

2.5 hours consisting of two sections.

Section 1 will have 25 multiple choice

questions. Section 2 will have ve

questions, each worth 15 marks and

will consist of a number of short-

answer parts.

Calculators that meet Board

requirements, may be used.

100 A variety of assessment

tasks across all of the

content of the course.

Once the assessmentof the HSC course has

commenced, some

Preliminary course work can

be included in assessment

tasks for General

Mathematics Course 2.

No more than 30% of the

assessment is to be based

on the Preliminary course.

100

100 100



Mathematics

2 unitsfor each of Preliminary and HSC Board Developed Course


outcomes in the core of the Mathematics 5.3 course.

Exclusions: General Mathematics

Course DescriptionThis course is intended for those students who have demonstrated competency and mastery in the skills

of Stage 5 Mathematics. The course aims to give students an understanding of and competence in some

further aspects of mathematics, which are applicable to the real world.

The content of this course builds upon the Number, Measurement, Algebra, Geometry and Chance (note

that Data is not included) strands studied in Stage 5 Mathematics. The course is a sufcient basis for

further studies in mathematics as a minor discipline at tertiary level and as a support for courses such as

life sciences and commerce.

Main Topics CoveredPreliminary Course

Basic arithmetic and algebra

Real functions

Trigonometric ratios

Linear functions

The quadratic polynomial and the parabola

Plane geometry

Tangent to a curve and derivative of a function

Series

HSC Course

Coordinate methods in geometry

Applications of geometrical properties

Geometrical applications of differentiation

Integration

Logarithmic and exponential functions

Applications of calculus to the physical world

Probability

Series applications Trigonometric functions

External Assessment Internal Assessment

A single written examination paper of 3 hours

duration, consisting of ten multiple choice and six

free response questions worth 15 marks each.

Questions from the Preliminary course could

represent a minor part of a total question. Marks

can be awarded for demonstration of knowledgeand skills from the Preliminary course (or earlier)

when required for questions on the HSC course.

That is, questions based on the Preliminary

course can be asked when they lead in to

questions based on topics from the HSC course.

Board-approved calculators, geometrical

instruments and approved geometrical templates

may be used.

The objectives of the course are grouped

into two components, Component A and

Component B, for assessment purposes.

Component A (50%) is primarily concerned

with the students knowledge, understanding

and skills developed in each Content Area

listed in the syllabus. Component B (50%)

is primarily concerned with the students

reasoning, interpretative, explanatory and

communicative abilities. A number of tasks will

be used to determine a students school-based

assessment and any one task may contribute

to measuring attainment of both components.

Once the assessment of the HSC course

has commenced, some Preliminary course

work can be included in assessment tasks

for Mathematics. No more than 20% of the

assessment is to be based on the Preliminary

course.



Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1HSC Mathematics Extension 1

1 unit in each of Preliminary (Preliminary Mathematics Extension 1) and HSC Board Developed Course


outcomes in the core of the Mathematics 5.3 course, along with the recommended options.Exclusions: General Mathematics

Course DescriptionThe content of this course, which includes the whole of the Mathematics course, indicate that it is intended

for those students who have demonstrated superior mastery of the skills of Stage 5 Mathematics and

who are interested in the study of further skills and ideas in mathematics. This course is a recommended

minimum basis for further studies in mathematics as a major discipline at a tertiary level and for the study

of mathematics in support of the physical and engineering sciences.

Main Topics Covered

Preliminary Course

Other inequalities

Circle geometry

Further trigonometry

Angles between two lines

Internal and external division of lines into given

ratios

Parametric representation

Permutations and combinations

Polynomial

Harder applications of the PreliminaryMathematics course

HSC Course

Methods of integration

Primitive of sin2xand cos 2x

Equation dNdt = k(N-P)

Velocity and acceleration as a function ofx

Projectile motion

Simple harmonic motion

Inverse functions and inverse trigonometric

functions

Induction

Binomial theorem Further probability

Iterative methods for numerical estimation of the

roots of a polynomial equation

Harder applications of HSC Mathematics topics


Two written examination papers. One paper is

identical to the paper of three hours duration for the

Mathematics course. The other paper, of two hours

duration, is based on the Mathematics Extension 1

course and consists of ten multiple choice and 4 free

response questions of 15 marks each.

Questions from the Preliminary course will be short

and represent a minor part of a total question. Marks

can be awarded for demonstration of knowledge and

skills from the Preliminary course (or earlier) when

required for questions on the HSC course. That is,

questions based on the Preliminary course can be

asked when they lead in to questions based on topics

from the HSC course.

Board-approved calculators, geometrical instruments

and approved geometrical templates may be used.

The objectives of the course are grouped into two

components, A and B, for assessment purposes.

Component A (50%) is primarily concerned with

the students knowledge, understanding and skills

developed in each Content Area listed in the syllabus.

Component B (50%) is primarily concerned with

the students reasoning, interpretative, explanatory

and communicative abilities. A number of tasks

will be used to determine a students school-based

assessment and any one task may contribute to

measuring attainment of both components.

School assessment for the HSC Mathematics

Extension 1 course can be based on the whole of the

course (Preliminary and HSC courses). Assessment

for this course does not begin until the school programof HSC assessments for other subjects begins in

Term 4 of Year 11.



HSC Mathematics Extension 2

1 unit for the HSC Board Developed Course

The course is designed for students with a special interest in mathematics who have shown that they

possess special aptitude for the subject. This course will begin in Term 4 of Year 11 and continue through

Year 12.

Exclusions: General Mathematics

Course Description

The course offers a suitable preparation for the study of mathematics at tertiary level, as well as a deeper

and more extensive treatment of certain topics than is offered in other Mathematics courses. A distinctly

high level of mathematical skill is required as well as a high degree of understanding of algebra and

calculus.

The course content includes the entire Mathematics course, the entire Mathematics Extension I course as

well as the topics of: Graphs: Complex Numbers: Conics: Integration: Volumes: Mechanics: Polynomials:

Harder Mathematics Extension I.

Main Topics Covered Graphs

Complex Numbers

Conics

Integration

Volumes

Mechanics

Polynomials

Harder Mathematics Extension 1 Topics


Two written examination papers. One paper is

identical to the paper of two hours duration for the

Mathematics Extension 1 course. The other paper

is based on the Mathematics Extension 2 course

and is of three hours duration.

Board-approved calculators, geometrical

instruments and approved geometrical templatesmay be used.

The objectives of the course are grouped into

two components, Component A and Component

B, for assessment purposes. Component A

(50%) is primarily concerned with the students

knowledge, understanding and skills developed

in each Content Area listed in the syllabus.

Component B (50%) is primarily concerned

with the students reasoning, interpretative,explanatory and communicative abilities. A

number of tasks will be used to determine

a students school-based assessment and

any one task may contribute to measuring

attainment of both components.



Music 1


Prerequisites: Music mandatory course (or equivalent)Exclusions: Music 2

Course DescriptionMusic 1 is designed for students who have a love of music and diverse musical backgrounds and musical

interests. The course caters for students who are interested in creative activities such as performance,

composition or musicology research and provides the option to major in one or more of these electives in

Year 12. Prior theoretical knowledge is not a prerequisite and consequently students are able to take this

course without having studied Music in years 9 and 10.

Main Topics CoveredStudents study three topics in each year of the course. Topics are chosen from a list of 21 which cover a

range of styles, periods and genres.

Particular Course RequirementsHSC Course

In addition to core studies in performance, composition, musicology and aural, students select three

electives from any combination of performance, composition and musicology. These electives must

represent eachof the three topics studied in the course.

Students selecting Composition electives will be required to compile a portfolio of work as part of the

process of preparing a submitted work. The portfolio may be requested by the Board of Studies to validate

authorship of the submitted work.


Core Performance (one piece) 20 Core Performance 10

A 45 minute one hour aural exam 30 Core Composition 10

Electives: Core Musicology 10

Core Aural 25

Three electives from any

combination of: Performance (one

piece)

Composition (one submitted

composition)

Musicology (one viva voce)

Elective 1 20 Elective 1 15



110

(mark

converted to

100)

100



Music 2


Prerequisites: Music Additional Study course (or equivalent)

Exclusions: Music 1

Course DescriptionThe Music 2 course provides students with the opportunity to build on knowledge, and skills gainedin Music 7-10. Through the learning experiences of performance, composition, musicology and aural,

students explore a range of musical styles.

Main Topics CoveredStudents study one Mandatory Topic covering a range of content and one Additional Topic in each year of

the course. In the Preliminary course, the Mandatory Topic is Music 16001900.

In the HSC course, the Mandatory Topic is Music of the Last 25 Years (Australian focus).

Particular Course RequirementsIn addition to core studies in performance, composition, musicology and aural, students nominate one

elective study in Performance, Composition or Musicology. Students selecting Composition or Musicology

electives will be required to compile a portfolio of work as part of the process of preparing a submitted

work. The portfolio may be requested by the Board of Studies to validate authorship of the submitted work.

All students will be required to develop a composition portfolio for the core composition.



Core Performance (one piece

reecting the mandatory topic)15 Performance 20

Sight singing 5 Composition 20

Core composition (reecting

mandatory topic)15 Musicology 20

Aural 20

A one and a half hour written

examination paper

One elective from

Performance or

Composition or

Musicology

20

Musicology/aural skills 35

One Elective representing the

Additional Topic 130

Performance (2 pieces) or

One Submitted composition or

One Submitted essay

100 100



HSC Music Extension

1 unit/60 hour cou

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