Enhancement pathways commenced in Years 7 & 8 can continue to be pursued in Years 9 & 10. Students can apply to study one or more subjects at a higher level in Year 10 as part of the Mazenod Enhancement Program. Successful completion of these subjects leads to the possibility of studying a VCE Unit 3&4 subject (Year 12 level) in Year 11. The Enhancement Program is outlined in a table below.
Depth, choice and pathways.
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Years 9 &10 builds on Years 7 & 8 with students studying the same foundation core, but now they also choose from a wide range of electives in areas of particular interest to them. They can choose multiple electives and study these areas of interest in greater depth, and they begin their pathways into the final years of Secondary school.
Core Curriculum and Electives
Students continue the common core curriculum from Years 7 & 8. Religious Education remains central, with depth of study developed in English, Mathematics, Science and History. Students freely choose from a large range of other subjects that enrich their awareness of and preparation for studies in the VCE. The list of subjects studied is provided in a table below.
View the full list of subjects
View the full list of subjects
Enhancement Program
Vocational Package
Enhancement Program
Vocational Package
The Vocational Program in Year 10 caters for students who are intending to undertake the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Vocational Major in Year 11 and 12 with the view of moving into Apprenticeships and Traineeships or undertaking further education and training at TAFE. The program places particular emphasis on career planning and work skills and is designed as a competency-based course.
Students are provided with the opportunity to participate in subjects and experiences that will assist them as they develop their knowledge and skills related to training, career, jobs and study options.
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