Students going into Year 10 at PHSC may apply to complete a Unit 1&2 VCE subject as part of their program. Students aiming to complete an early access VCE subject need to demonstrate maturity in their study habits and the ability to balance the demands of a VCE subject within their broader Year 10 program. A VCE Subject will take up two subject spots in your program, one unit in each semester.

Selection Criteria:

• Attendance in Year 9 over 90%+
• Positive ratings for Effort, Engagement and Behaviour in all subjects
• Strong results in the subject area of the Advanced Study
• Recommendation from the Year 9 teacher in the relevant subject area

Please note that places in VCE subjects are not guaranteed and are dependent on Year 11 student numbers and the number of places available

There are 2 Vocational Major subjects available to students who are thinking of taking this pathway. 

Not all VCE subjects are suitable for early access. The subjects you may apply to complete are:

• Modern History
• Classical Studies
• Philosophy
• Business Management
• Biology
• Environmental Studies
• Psychology
• Music
• Theatre Studies
• Physical Education
• Outdoor Education
• Health and Human Development
• Food Studies
• Art Creative Practice
• Media Studies
• Art Making and Exhibiting: Photography
• Art Making and Exhibiting: Visual Arts
• Visual Communication Design
• Vocational Major: Personal Development
• Vocational Major: Work Related Skills