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VCE Frequently Asked Questions
Higher Education Studies
Program (also called
University Enhancement
Subject)
Students selected to study two VCE Unit 1 / 2
subjects in Year 10, and subsequently two
VCE Unit 3 / 4 subjects in Year 11, can apply
for the Higher Education Studies program at
the end of Year 11 for their Year 12. These
students will be identified by the senior team
and individual discussions will be organised.
How will the College help me?
The College will support you in many ways to
make an informed and suitable choice of VCE
Program and to construct an individual
pathway that meets your needs.
This support will include:
Careers, Pathway planning and pre-
requisite advice from the college’s Careers
and Pathways Coordinator.
General advice about courses of study
and organisation from any Year Level
Heads and the Head of Senior School.
Advice about promotion, eligibility and the
course selection process from the Head of
Senior School.
Assistance with organisation and personal
management from the Wellbeing Team.