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Higher Education Studies in the VCE
In addition to their VCE program at Mater Christi College, Year 12 students who meet the criteria can extend their experience through the Higher Education Studies Program, which is a partnership between the VCAA and universities. The criteria include excellent Year 11 results, completion of the VCE subject as an accelerated Study, or current enrolment in the subject and school recommendation.
An enhancement subject enables high achieving students to study university level subjects while at school. A variety of subjects are available for study in a range of methods from on-campus at the University, off-campus at school centres, or by distance education. Over the years, Mater Christi College students have successfully studied Politics, Accounting, Economics, IT, and Maths.
The university study is included in the calculation of the student’s Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR). In addition, students are eligible to receive credit for future university studies. Students are provided with extra intellectual challenges and can interact with university staff members who have expertise in their interest area. Interested students should speak with the VCE Learning Leader prior to making subject selections.
For further information please click the following links:
Deakin Accelerate
The University of Melbourne Extension Program
La Trobe VCE Plus Program
Virtual Schools Victoria (VSV)
At times there may be a subject outside the offerings of the College that students are needing to pursue for their chosen pathway or future career goals. If this is the case, the student may consider Virtual Schools Victoria (VSV) or the Victorian School of Language (VSL). Where practical we may be able to provide mentoring and support for students who choose to enrol in a subject via VSV or VSL. Please note that there is an additional cost associated with enrolling in VSV or VSL. Please discuss this at your subject selection interview, prior to submitting subject selection preferences.
