English is a continuation of the sort of work you have completed in Years 7 to 10 and particularly in Units 1 & 2 in this subject. Much of the course focuses on the study of texts such as novels, plays, films, short story collections or memoirs. While two of these are studied as individual texts the remaining two texts require you to make comparisons between both. You will explore both the themes and ideas of the text and analyse how the creator has used literary or film devices to convey their ideas. Although most responses will be analytical you will also be able to write creatively on one of the individual texts. The rest of the course will focus on a comparative analysis of how writers use argument and written and visual language to persuade readers to share their point of view. You will also use these skills to write and deliver your own speech.
All Unit 3 and 4 subjects require 3-5 hours of study per week.
List of SACs and percentage weighting to study score, plus exam study score weighting
To pass any VCE unit you need to demonstrate that you have met the Outcomes.
Overview of work students will need to do that will demonstrate meeting of outcomes plus list of the outcomes for the subject