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.
In determining whether it is suitable for a student to complete an early access VCE subject, the school will consider:
- Assessment data
- Work habits reports
- School attendance data
- Google form responses
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
- Global Politics
- Legal Studies
- Business Management
- Biology
- Environmental Science
- Psychology
- Music
- Theatre Studies
- Physical Education
- Outdoor Education
- Food Studies
- French (if you are currently doing Year 10 level in Year 9)
- Italian (if you are currently doing Year 10 level in Year 9)
- 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