Year 12
Assessment Booklet 2027
Contents Introduction
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Welcome to the HSC Year
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Student Responsibilities
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HSC Assessment Program
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HSC Assessment Tasks
6 - 16
Homework Guidelines
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Subject Assessment Schedules Biology Business Studies Chemistry CAFS Construction Dance Drama Design & Technology Engineering Studies English Advanced English Extension 1 English Extension 2 English Standard English Studies Food Technology Geography Health Movement Science Legal Studies Mathematics Advanced Mathematics Extension 1 Mathematics Extension 2 Mathematics Standard 2 Modern History Music 1 Physics Science Extension Society and Culture Sports Lifestyle and Recreation (SLR) Visual Arts External Providers - Distance Education & TAFE
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Introduction The purpose of this document is to provide students and their families with the HSC Assessment policy and procedures which includes an assessment schedule, task weightings and due dates*. Senior School Leadership Team Principal Deputy Principal - Senior School Director of Teaching & Learning K- 12 Dean of Students - Senior School Dean of Studies - Senior School
Dr Adrian Johnson Mrs Kathy Fletcher Mr Nash Clark Mr David Smith Mrs Stephanie Davis
Heads of Department CAPA English HSIE Learning Support Mathematics PDHPE Science TAS
Mrs Sarah Bradbury Mrs Jessica Alvey Mr Matthew de Koeyer Mr Aaron Culligan Mr Tristan Patralakis Mrs Carissa Furze Ms Beth Yarker Mrs Tahlia Dahmes (Acting)
Heads of House Hoffman Kelton Kimball Lankester Petts Rosborough
Mr Ben Tari Mrs Davina Gibb Mr David Miles Mrs Alison Barrett Ms Kimberley Graetz Mrs Elizabeth Williams
*All information is correct at the time of distribution and is subject to change. Any changes to the assessment schedule will be provided in writing to students and families at least two weeks prior to the original date with an updated Notification of Assessment.
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Welcome to the HSC Year Congratulations on reaching this milestone! You are about to embark on a journey into your final year of school to attain the Higher School Certificate (HSC), and we are proud and excited to be able to support you to achieve your goal. The HSC Year comprises of studies in Term 4 of Year 11 and Terms 1, 2 and 3 in Year 12. During these terms students will complete several designated assessment tasks that contribute to the final school-based result in the HSC Year. These tasks will generally, but not always, include a Final Exam early in Term 4. The rules and procedures for completing the HSC Course at Trinity Anglican College are outlined below and should be read in conjunction with the 2026/27 Higher School Certificate Rules and Procedures booklet published by NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). The Higher School Certificate (HSC) is the highest educational credential that can be gained by students in NSW schools. The HSC is an internationally recognised qualification that provides a strong foundation for students wishing to pursue tertiary qualifications, vocational training, or employment. To qualify for the HSC, students must satisfactorily complete a Year 11 pattern of study comprising at least 12 units and a Year 12 pattern of study comprising at least 10 units. Both patterns must include: At least six units from Board Developed Courses At least two units of a Board Developed Course in English At least three courses of two units value or greater (either Board Developed or Board Endorsed Courses) At least four subjects Students' results in Board Developed courses are reported in the following way: 1. An examination mark in the external HSC examination 2. A moderated school assessment mark - derived from the assessment mark provided by the school, moderated by NESA to make fair comparisons with different schools' assessment tasks 3. A percentile band is shown - indicates the level of achievement of a student in a subject. An ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank) is provided separately by the Universities Admission Centre (UAC). This is a rank for those students who have applied for university admission. To be eligible for an ATAR in NSW, you must satisfactorily complete at least 10 units of ATAR courses. These ATAR courses must include at least: 10 units of Board Developed Courses Two units of English Three courses of two units value or greater Four subject areas An ATAR is then calculated from: Best two units of English Best eight units from the remaining units
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Student Responsibilities Successful completion of Year 12 and the HSC require students to take responsibility for their learning and engagement. To maximise their potential, students should: Engage fully in all learning activities, including classwork, homework and holiday homework. Every learning experience is an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills, and all tasks should be completed to the best of their ability. Use study periods productively. Students who are not required to attend a scheduled class may study in the library or the Year 12 study space. This is a privilege that relies on appropriate behaviour. Students who do not meet these expectations may be required to attend supervised study sessions as determined by senior staff. Maintain regular communication with teachers. Students should ask questions to clarify their understanding, seek assistance when needed, and submit drafts within agreed timeframes so that feedback can be provided. Take responsibility for catching up on missed work. Following any absence, students must liaise with their teachers to identify and complete missed learning, assessment preparation, and class activities. Students are also responsible for obtaining any assessment notifications or other materials distributed during their absence. Provide documentation for all absences from scheduled classes, including classes conducted outside normal timetabled lessons, such as Extension courses. Use technology responsibly. The use of generative AI for schoolwork, including assessment tasks, is permitted only with the explicit approval of the class teacher. Where approval is granted, students must acknowledge and reference any use of AI and be able to demonstrate their own understanding of the work submitted. Maintain the authenticity of their work. Students should adopt proactive strategies to demonstrate that submitted work is their own. This includes saving drafts and notes, meeting progress checkpoints, and using tools such as OneDrive with Autosave enabled to provide evidence of their development process. Students should be prepared to explain their work and appropriately acknowledge all sources used, including AI tools where permitted.
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HSC Assessment Program The College develops an assessment program for each HSC course, including the assessment tasks, due dates and weightings. Assessment tasks are designed to measure students’ knowledge, skills and understanding across a range of course outcomes. These tasks may include examinations, written assignments, practical activities, fieldwork, performances and projects. At the commencement of each HSC course, students will receive details of the assessment schedule, including task weightings and due dates. The information contained in this booklet is correct at the time of publication; however, changes may be required in some circumstances. Any changes to the assessment schedule will be communicated in writing to students and families at least two weeks before the original due date. An updated Assessment Task Notification will also be issued.
Satisfactory Course Completion A student will be considered to have satisfactorily completed a course if there is sufficient evidence that they have: followed the course developed or endorsed by NESA; applied themselves with diligence and sustained effort to the learning activities and assessment tasks provided by the school; and achieved some or all the course outcomes.
Students at Risk of Course Non-Completion The College is required to monitor each student's progress towards the satisfactory completion of their courses. Students may be issued with an N Warning Letter if there is concern that they may not be meeting NESA course completion requirements. This may include: attendance that is affecting the student's ability to meet course requirements; outstanding assessment tasks; incomplete course work; concerns regarding diligence and sustained effort in a course; or insufficient evidence of achievement of course outcomes. An N Warning Letter may be issued at any stage during the course when concerns are identified. Early notification provides students with an opportunity to address the concerns and demonstrate satisfactory progress towards course completion.
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HSC Assessment Program An N Warning Letter will outline: the area(s) of concern; the action required to address the concern; the timeframe by which the requirements must be met; and the possible consequences if the concerns are not addressed. Students and their families will be notified in writing when an N Warning Letter is issued. In accordance with NESA requirements, a minimum of two course-specific N Warning Letters will be issued, and students will be provided with an opportunity to address the identified concerns before an N Determination is considered. If the concerns identified in the warning letters are not satisfactorily addressed, the Principal may determine that the student has not satisfactorily completed the course and issue an N Determination.
Academic Integrity All work submitted for school-based assessment tasks and examinations must be the student's own work. Malpractice, including plagiarism or unauthorised use of artificial intelligence, will result in a mark of zero being awarded for the task or examination.
Course Non-completion A student who receives an N Determination for a course will not receive either an assessment mark or an examination mark for that course. To be eligible for the Higher School Certificate, students must satisfactorily complete at least 12 units of Preliminary courses and 10 units of HSC courses that meet NESA's pattern of study requirements. For Extension courses, students who do not meet the minimum requirements of a co-requisite course may be ineligible to receive a result in either course.
Attendance and Application Attendance and application are important responsibilities and contribute to successful learning. However, they are not included in the calculation of either individual assessment task marks or final assessment marks.
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HSC Assessment Tasks The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) sets the assessment requirements for each course. Within these requirements, schools are responsible for determining the number, type, timing and weighting of assessment tasks. To ensure students meet course requirements, the following assessment guidelines apply.
Notification of Assessment Tasks At the commencement of the HSC academic year, students will receive an Assessment Information Booklet outlining the proposed assessment program for each course, including: 1. The assessment tasks on which school-based assessment will be based, including examinations, assignments, practical tasks and projects. 2. The weighting allocated to each task. 3. The number of assessment tasks. 4. The proposed timing of each task (subject to change). The information in this booklet is accurate at the time of publication. Should changes be required during the year, students and families will be notified in writing, and updated assessment information will be provided. Students will receive a Notification of Assessment Task at least two weeks before the task is due or conducted. Notifications will be available on SEQTA Learn and will include: 1. The nature of the assessment task. 2. The assessment components and their weightings. 3. The date, time and location of the task. 4. The task weighting within the overall course assessment program. 5. The level of generative AI use permitted for the task. 6. Submission requirements and instructions. 7. Administrative procedures relating to absences, late submissions, and illness or misadventure. 8. Information regarding malpractice and breaches of academic integrity. 9. Procedures that may be implemented if a task produces invalid or unreliable results. 10. Information about the appeals process.
Completing Assessment Tasks Students are responsible for organising and managing their study commitments and assessment workload alongside their classes and other responsibilities. Assessment tasks should be completed: Before school, during break times, or after school; During scheduled independent study periods; or During lessons for the relevant course, under the direction of the teacher. Students should not expect assessment tasks to be completed during lessons allocated to other courses unless approved by the College. In some circumstances, students may be required to attend a designated assessment session or incursion to ensure the integrity and fairness of the assessment process.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. Assessment Integrity To protect the integrity of the HSC and ensure assessment results are a genuine reflection of each student’s achievement, HSC assessment tasks will generally be completed under supervised classroom conditions. In accordance with NESA requirements, most HSC courses may include no more than one take-home assessment task, with a maximum weighting of 15% of the course assessment program. Exemptions apply only to HSC courses identified by NESA. These arrangements also help minimise the inappropriate use of AI and other forms of unauthorised assistance. Preparing for assessment tasks during time allocated to other courses or College activities may provide an unfair advantage and may be considered malpractice. Please refer to the information regarding Malpractice later in this booklet. Students who deliberately obtain an actual or perceived advantage by working on assessment tasks at inappropriate times may receive a zero result for the task.
Reasonable Attempts Students must attempt all parts of each assessment task and produce original work, acknowledging any sources used. All assessment tasks must be attempted, even where a due date has passed and a zero result has been awarded. It is at the discretion of the teacher, in consultation with the Head of Department, whether a submission constitutes a reasonable attempt or a non-serious attempt at the task. Examples of non-serious attempts include: Not attempting substantial sections of a task; Answering only the multiple-choice component of a task; Submitting frivolous material, such as nonsensical or deliberately irrelevant responses; or Submitting objectionable or offensive material.
Technology Requirements Students will often use computers to prepare assessment tasks. Computer hardware, software, network, or file-management issues are not acceptable grounds for non-completion or late submission of an assessment task. Students are responsible for taking reasonable precautions to protect their work. This includes saving documents regularly, maintaining backup copies in multiple locations, and retaining draft versions throughout the preparation process. If a technology issue occurs, students may be required to provide evidence of their work in progress, including drafts, backup files, version history, or other records demonstrating the development of the task.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. APA7 Referencing When completing assessment tasks, students are expected to use referencing to acknowledge the sources of information and ideas used in their work. Referencing demonstrates academic honesty, acknowledges the original authors of sources, and strengthens arguments by showing they are supported by credible evidence. It also enables teachers to verify the accuracy of information and the breadth of research undertaken. In APA 7th edition, referencing consists of two parts: in-text citations and a reference list. In-text citations appear within the body of the work whenever another person's ideas, words, or research are used. They typically include the author's surname and year of publication. Direct quotations must also include a page number. The reference list appears at the end of the assessment task and provides full publication details for all sources cited in the work. Entries should be presented in alphabetical order and formatted according to APA7 conventions.
Referencing and Artificial Intelligence Students are expected to acknowledge all sources used in assessment tasks, including information, ideas, images, data, and content generated through artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The use of AI must comply with the conditions outlined in the relevant Notification of Assessment Task. Where AI use is permitted, students must clearly disclose its use and be able to provide evidence of their process if requested by the teacher. This may include prompts, generated outputs, drafts, or version history. Unauthorised or undisclosed use of AI may be considered malpractice. Students should refer to the Malpractice section of this booklet and the AI requirements outlined in each assessment task notification. Guidance on APA7 referencing, including the acknowledgement of AI-generated content, is available on SEQTA Learn.
Word Limits Word limits are given on assessment tasks to guide students as to the volume of work required, to promote parity amongst candidates and to encourage concise and effective written communication. Often a piece of work that falls short of the word count by more than 10% will have missed addressing some of the requirements of the assessment task. Pieces of work significantly smaller than the word count face a risk of not adequately addressing the learning outcomes. Student work will be assessed on its academic merits, and this will be reflected in the mark awarded and the feedback on the task. Not attempting all parts of the task may be deemed a non-serious attempt at the task. Please refer to information regarding Completing Assessment Tasks which outlines the penalties for a non-serious attempt. If the submission exceeds the word limit by up to 10%, there will be no penalty. Pieces of student work that exceed the word limit by more than 10% will only be marked up to point where the word count is equal to the published word limit plus 10%.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. Submitting Assessment Tasks Each teacher will explain the procedure for submitting an assessment task in a particular course. Information will also be available on the Notification of Assessment, published on SEQTA Learn. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they understand the submission requirements for each task. Please ask your teacher if you are unsure. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that the appropriate teacher receives the completed task in the prescribed manner and by the deadline. Tasks may be required to be submitted: SEQTA Learn portal (e.g. written hand-in tasks) During class time (e.g. tests or practical submissions) At the beginning of the day or in class(e.g. practical work) Students submitting a task electronically are expected to keep a record of their work as evidence of their submission. A ‘read receipt’ should be requested from the teacher if the student is submitting the assessment via email.
Submitting Assessment Task Process Viewing and submitting a task through SEQTA Learn: Log into SEQTA Learn Click on ‘Assessments’ on the right Select ‘Upcoming’ or the relevant semester Select the subject and/or task that you are submitting Use the ‘overview’ and ‘details’ tabs at the top of the screen To submit the task, use the ‘submissions’ tab at the top of the screen Upload your file by dragging and dropping (box will turn orange) OR by clicking ‘add files’ and selecting the file After the file is uploaded, you will see your file listed under ‘submissions’ Repeat to add another file Assessments that have been received late without an approved Variation to Assessment will receive a zero result for the task.
Student absence when assessment information is distributed It is the student's responsibility to contact the subject teacher within a reasonable time of absence on the day the assessment information is distributed. The teacher can then ensure that the student receives the assessment information and has adequate time to complete the task. The information will generally be available on SEQTA Learn. Absence at the time of a task being released is not considered grounds for an extension of time to complete the task. Please refer to Variation to Assessment.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. Student absence immediately before a task is due To maintain parity and prevent unfair advantage, actual or perceived, any student who is absent from lessons the day before or the day of an assessment task, should provide a medical certificate or other explanatory documentation to the teacher. Unsubstantiated absence the day before or the day of a task is due would likely be considered malpractice. Please refer to information regarding Malpractice in school-based assessment. Students who have obtained an actual or perceived advantage due to unsubstantiated absences from school on the school days immediately before an assessment task is due could be subject to a zero mark for the task.
Variation to Assessment Tasks Students may submit a Variation to Assessment Application due to illness, injury, misadventure, or to request an extension of time. All applications must be supported by appropriate documentation and submitted in accordance with the College's Variation to Assessment process. a. Illness or Injury Students whose performance in an assessment task is adversely affected by illness or injury may apply for a variation to assessment. Applications must relate to an illness or injury that adversely affected the student's performance in the assessment task and must be supported by appropriate documentary evidence, such as a medical certificate. Students are responsible for submitting a Variation to Assessment Application within two school days of the affected task or absence. Where an application is approved, the College will determine the most appropriate outcome, which may include an extension of time, a substitute assessment task, or, in exceptional circumstances, an estimated mark. b. Ongoing Illness or Other Circumstances Students experiencing ongoing illness, injury, wellbeing concerns, or other circumstances that may affect their ability to meet assessment requirements should notify the College as early as possible. Early communication allows the College to work with students and families to identify concerns, provide support, and monitor progress toward meeting course requirements. Students are encouraged to raise concerns before they affect their ability to complete assessment tasks, participate in course activities, or demonstrate satisfactory completion of a course
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. c. Misadventure A misadventure is an event beyond a student's control that occurs immediately before or during an assessment task and significantly affects their ability to complete or perform in the task. Examples may include: The death or serious illness of a close family member. A serious accident. Significant family trauma. A natural disaster or other major unforeseen event. Applications must be supported by appropriate evidence demonstrating that the circumstance affected the student's performance at the time of the assessment task. Students are expected to attempt the assessment task wherever possible and must notify their teacher immediately before or during the task if they believe illness or misadventure has affected their performance. Misadventure applications will not be considered after an assessment task has been completed and submitted. Students who believe illness or misadventure has affected their performance must notify their teacher before or during the assessment task. d. Extension of Time A student may apply for an extension of time for an assessment task by submitting a Variation to Assessment Application at least five school days before the task due date. Acceptable grounds for an extension include: Serious illness or injury. Family emergency. Principal-approved sporting, cultural, or representative commitments. Other exceptional circumstances, as determined by the Head of Department in consultation with the Dean of Studies. Applications will not normally be approved for: Family holidays during term time. Driving tests. Work commitments. Concerts or social events. Misreading task instructions. Information technology difficulties. Non-College sporting or cultural commitments that have not received prior approval. Non-compulsory school activities that interfere with task preparation. School-based events, as assessment tasks should be completed or submitted prior to participation.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. Approved Variation to Assessment Students whose Variation to Assessment Application is approved will normally complete the assessment during Period 5 on Wednesdays, or at another time determined by the teacher. For tasks requiring submission, a revised due date will be negotiated between the student, teacher, and the Dean of Studies.
Unapproved Variation to Assessment Students whose Variation to Assessment Application is not approved must complete or submit the task by the published due date. Failure to do so will result in a mark of zero being awarded.
Variation to Assessment Application Process * To be completed within two days of absence if an unplanned absence from assessment * To be completed at least five days prior to the due date if known absence from assessment Log onto SEQTA Home Page Click on ‘Variation’ icon Complete your details and the details for the application Upload supporting evidence eg medical certificate Submit If you have not received a reply within two business days, email the relevant Head of Department.
Estimated Marks An estimated mark may be awarded only in exceptional circumstances where a student is unable to complete an assessment task, and all reasonable alternative assessment arrangements have been exhausted. Requests for an estimated mark must be supported by a formal written application and appropriate evidence. Any estimated mark must be approved by the Principal. Where an estimated mark is approved, it will be determined by the College using all available assessment evidence at the completion of the course and applied in a manner that maintains the integrity of the assessment process and final course rankings. Students awarded an estimated mark may not be eligible for Academic Awards or other assessment-based recognition determined by results in that course.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. Assessment Provisions Students whose medical condition, learning need, wellbeing concern, or other circumstance affects their ability to access assessment tasks or examinations may be eligible for assessment provisions. Assessment provisions are practical arrangements designed to support students to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and understanding on the same basis as their peers. Assessment provisions are intended to provide equitable access and do not provide an advantage. Applications for assessment provisions are overseen by the Learning Support Coordinator and must be supported by appropriate evidence, which may include medical, psychological, or specialist documentation. Assessment provisions are considered on a case-by-case basis and are informed by the functional impact of a student's circumstances, the supporting evidence provided, and the requirements of the assessment task or examination. Where appropriate, the College will facilitate applications to NESA for HSC examination provisions. While the College may support an application, NESA is responsible for determining eligibility and approving provisions for HSC examinations. Applications submitted to NESA must meet NESA's evidence and eligibility requirements. Students and families are encouraged to contact the Learning Support Coordinator as early as possible if assessment provisions may be required. For known circumstances, supporting documentation should be provided to the College as early as possible. Applications for HSC examination provisions are generally submitted to NESA by the end of Term 1 of the HSC year. Applications arising after this time may still be considered where circumstances develop or change during the year.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. Malpractice Malpractice is any dishonest behaviour that gives, or attempts to give, a student an unfair advantage in an assessment task or examination. Any form of malpractice, including plagiarism, is unacceptable. NESA treats allegations of malpractice very seriously. Identified malpractice may result in penalties including a reduction in marks, cancellation of results in a course, or cancellation of a student's HSC credential. Students may be required to demonstrate that submitted work is their own and provide evidence of its development, including drafts, notes, research materials, and version history. Serious and deliberate acts of malpractice may be referred by NESA to the appropriate external authorities. Examples of malpractice include: Submitting work that is not wholly the student's own. Copying another person's work and presenting it as your own. Reusing substantial parts of work previously submitted for another assessment task without teacher approval. Using words, ideas, designs, images, data, or other material from a source without appropriate acknowledgement. Using material generated by artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including ChatGPT, Grammarly, or other generative AI platforms, in a manner that breaches the conditions of the assessment task. Purchasing, borrowing, stealing, or otherwise obtaining another person's work and presenting it as your own. Submitting work to which another person, such as a parent, tutor, or subject expert, has made a substantial contribution. Assisting another student to engage in malpractice. Providing false or misleading information to gain an assessment advantage. Breaching examination rules. Using unauthorised materials, notes, devices, or aids during an assessment task or examination. Bringing unauthorised materials into an examination venue. The following are also breaches of College assessment procedures: Missing school to work on an assessment task without approval. Working on an assessment task during another scheduled class without teacher permission.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. Consequences of Malpractice Substantiated instances of malpractice will normally result in a mark of zero for the assessment task. Students may also be required to complete or reattempt the task at a time determined by the College to provide evidence of course completion. Students who assist another student to engage in malpractice may also receive a mark of zero. Where malpractice involving plagiarism or unauthorised use of AI is identified, the College may review previously submitted assessment tasks. Further breaches may result in additional penalties and a review of the student's compliance with NESA assessment requirements.
Tasks that produce invalid or unreliable results In rare circumstances, an assessment task or its results may be considered invalid or unreliable where an issue has affected the accuracy, fairness, or integrity of the assessment process. Examples may include significant errors in the assessment task, administration procedures, marking processes, calculation of results, equipment failure, widespread malpractice, or other circumstances that result in students being unfairly advantaged or disadvantaged. Where concerns regarding the validity or reliability of an assessment task or its results are raised, the College may investigate the matter and determine an appropriate response. Depending on the circumstances, actions may include: correcting an administrative, calculation, or marking error; re-marking student work; excluding an invalid component of a task from assessment calculations; using alternative assessment evidence; or requiring students to complete an alternative assessment task in exceptional circumstances. Student dissatisfaction with a mark, an upheld or unsuccessful illness/misadventure application, or a perception that a task was difficult will not normally constitute grounds for an assessment task or result being declared invalid or unreliable. Allegations of malpractice will be considered in accordance with the College's Malpractice Policy. Decisions regarding invalid or unreliable assessment results will be made by the Principal following consultation with the Head of Department and the Dean of Studies. The investigation and determination process will normally be completed within two school weeks of the matter being raised.
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HSC Assessment Tasks cont. Appeals and Reviews Review of Assessment Decisions Students and their families will be notified in writing if a penalty is applied in relation to an assessment task, including a mark of zero. Students may request a review of the decision by submitting a written request to the Dean of Studies within two school days of notification. The review will be conducted by the College Review Committee, comprising the Deputy Principal, Dean of Studies, Head of Department, and a teacher who was not directly involved in the assessment task or decision under review. The College's Assessment Policy and NESA requirements will form the basis of the review. Reviews will consider whether the College's assessment procedures have been applied fairly and consistently. They will not involve re-marking assessment tasks or reconsidering a teacher's academic judgement regarding the quality of a student's work. Marks awarded for individual assessment tasks are not subject to appeal through this process. Concerns regarding the marking of an assessment task should be raised with the teacher and Head of Department when the task is returned. This review process does not apply to illness or misadventure applications, invalid or unreliable assessment results, or allegations of malpractice, which will be managed through the relevant procedures outlined in this booklet. Appeals Regarding Final Course Rankings Students who believe their placement in the final rank order for a course is incorrect may seek a College review. Such reviews will focus on the procedures used to determine the rank order rather than the marks awarded for individual assessment tasks. If a student remains dissatisfied following the College review, they may appeal to NESA in accordance with NESA procedures. If an appeal is upheld, NESA may refer the matter back to the College for further review. The outcome of that review may affect the rank order of the student making the appeal and/or other students in the course. Any resulting changes may be reflected in the final moderated assessment marks submitted to NESA. NESA will not consider further appeals arising from changes resulting from a successful appeal. The appeals process will normally be completed within two school weeks of the matter being raised. Appeals Against an 'N' Determination An 'N' Determination is the decision made by the Principal, under delegated authority from NESA, that a student has not satisfactorily completed a course. Students have the right to appeal an 'N' Determination. Information regarding the appeals process will be provided at the time the determination is made.
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Homework Guidelines Year 12 Homework is an important school routine that provides an opportunity for students to reinforce and practice what has been learned in class, and to create positive study habits. Our focus is to develop a life-long love of learning therefore homework should be perceived as a positive experience that is valued by both students and parents. Homework tasks can be set to: Consolidate concepts from the lesson which involves reading over the work completed and summarising key points or creating a summary page Continue the work from the lesson by completing questions or skills that are similar to what was completed in class Challenge their understanding by completing an extension task that applies the skills that have been learned and practised during class time Catch up on work that was missed or work tthat was not completed in class Complete assessment tasks To establish an effective homework routine, it is recommended that Year 12 students allocate a minimum of two hours per night each school day.
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Assessment
Schedules
Assessment Schedules Term 4 - 2026
Term 1 - 2027
Term 2 - 2027
Term 3 - 2027
1
Chemistry
2
Physics
Health & Movement Science Physics
Science Ext
3
Drama English Ext 2 Geography Health & Movement Science
English Ext 1 English Ext 2
TRIAL HSC EXAMS
Construction English Advanced English Standard English Studies
Construction
Visual Arts
Modern History
SLR
4
5
6
Biology
Construction
Biology Drama Legal Studies Science Ext
7
CAFS Contruction English Ext 1 Food Tech Legal Studies Modern History Music
Chemistry Legal Studies Maths Advanced Maths Standard Science Ext
Business Studies CAFS Design & Tech Engineering Food Technology Maths Ext 1 Society & Culture SLR
8
Business Studies Design & Tech Engineering Maths Advanced Maths Standard Maths Ext 1 Society & Culture Visual Arts
Business Studies Design & Tech English Ext 1 SLR
Dance English Ext 1 Geography Maths Advanced Maths Standard Music Physics
9
Dance English Advanced English Standard English Studies Maths Ext 2
Biology CAFS Fod Technology Geography Maths Ext 1 Maths Ext 2 Modern History
Chemistry Health & Movement Science Maths Ext 2 Visual Arts
10
English Advanced English Standard English Studies
11
Dance Drama Music Society & Culture
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Biology Task No.
Nature of task
Timing
Outcomes assessed
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Infectious Diseases Practical Depth Study
Heredity Genetics Written Task
Genetic Change Biotechnology Task
Trial Exam
Term 4, Week 6
Term 1, Week 9
Term 2, Week 6
Term 3, Week 3
BIO11/12-3 BIO11/12-4 BIO11/12-6 BIO11/12-7 BIO12-13
BIO11/12-4 BIO11/12-5 BIO11/12-6 BIO11/12-7 BIO12-12 BIO12-13 BIO12-14 BIO12-15
BIO11/12-1 BIO11/12-2 BIO11/12-3 BIO11/12-4 BIO11/12-5 BIO11/12-7 BIO12-14
BIO11/12-1 BIO11/12-4 BIO11/12-6 BIO11/12-7 BIO12-12
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding
5
5
10
20
40
Skills in Working Scientifically
20
15
15
10
60
Total %
25
20
25
30
100
20
Business Studies Task No.
Task 2
Task 3
Finance
Marketing
Business Report
Ratio Analysis Test
Extended Response
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 4, Week 8
Term 1, Week 8
Term 2, Week 7
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
H2 H5 H6 H9
H2 H6 H8 H9 H10
H1 H3 H4 H5 H7 H9
H1–10
Nature of task
Task 1
Operations
Task 4
Components Knowledge and understanding
Weighting %
10
Stimulus-based skills
10
5
15
40
5
5
10
20
Inquiry and research
5
5
10
Communication of business information, ideas and issues in appropriate forms
5
5
5
5
20
Total %
20
25
25
30
100
20
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Chemistry Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Equilibrium and acid reactions Depth Study: Data Analysis
Acid Base Reactions Practical Task
Organic Chemistry Application questions
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 1, Week 1
Term 1, Week 7
Term 2, Week 9
Term 3, Week 3
CH11/12-2 CH11/12-3 CH11/12-4 CH11/12-5 CH11/12-6 CH12-13
CH11/12-1 CH11/12-2 CH11/12-3 CH11/12-4 CH11/12-5 CH11/12-7 CH12-14 CH12-15
CH11/12-2 CH11/12-4 CH11/12-5 CH11/12-6 CH11/12-7 CH12-12 CH12-13 CH12-14 CH12-15
Outcomes assessed
CH11/12-1 CH11/12-4 CH11/12-5 CH11/12-6 CH11/12-7 CH12-12
Components
Weighting %
Skills in Working Scientifically
10
15
20
15
60
Knowledge and understanding
10
5
10
15
40
Total %
20
20
30
30
100
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Community & Family Studies Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Option: Social Impact of Technology
Core: Research Methodology
Core: Parenting & Caring
Trial Exam
Written Response
Written Response
Term 1, Week 9
Term 2, Week 7
Term 3, Week 3
H4.1 H4.2
H1.1 H2.1 H2.2 H2.3 H3.2 H3.4 H5.1 H5.2 H6.1
H1.1 - H6.2
Written Respnse Timing
Outcomes assessed
Term 4, Week 7
H2.2 H2.3 H3.1 H3.3 H3.4 H4.2
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content
15
5
10
10
40
Skills in critical thinking, research methodology, analysing and communicating
10
15
15
20
60
Total %
25
20
30
30
100
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Construction Construction is a VET course and is competency-based (see information from NESA below). There will be an end-of-year Examination during the Examination period. The courses within the Construction Curriculum Framework are competency-based courses. The courses can only be delivered by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). NESA and the VET Quality Framework require that a competency-based approach to assessment is used. Assessment must meet the requirements of the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package. In a competency-based course, the assessment of competencies is standards-referenced. This means that a participant’s performance is judged against a prescribed standard contained in each unit of competency, not against the performance of other participants. The purpose of assessment is to judge competence based on the performance criteria set out under each element of competency. A participant is judged either ‘competent’ or ‘not yet competent’. This judgement is made based on a range of evidence, which may be in a variety of forms. The following table (on page 26) indicates the units of work which students will complete in Year 12.
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Construction cont.
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Dance Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Major Project Proposed
Core Composition
Core Performance
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 4, Week 9
Term 1, Week 11
Term 2, Week 8
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
H1.1 H1.2 H1.3 H4.1 H4.2 H4.3 H4.4 H4.5
H1.1 H1.2 H1.3 H3.1 H3.2 H3.3 H3.4
H1.1 H1.2 H1.3 H2.1 H2.2 H2.3
H1.1 H1.2 H1.3 H4.1 H4.2 H4.3 H4.4
Components
Weighting %
Performance
0
0
20
0
20
Composition
0
20
0
0
20
Appreciation
10
0
0
10
20
Major Study
10
0
20
10
40
Total %
20
20
40
20
100
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Drama Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Workshopped scene and written analysis
Project Pitch and Preliminary work
MDT Group performance and written analysis
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 1, Week 3
Term 1, Week 11
Term 2, Week 6
Term 3, Week 3
H1.1 H1.2 H1.3 H2.2 H3.1 H3.2
H1.2 H1.3 H1.4 H1.5 H1.6 H1.7 H2.1 H2.3 H3.1 H3.2 H3.3
H1.1 H1.2 H1.3 H1.4 H1.5 H1.6 H2.1 H2.2 H3.3
Outcomes assessed
H3.1 H3.2 H3.3
Components
Weighting %
Making
5
5
30
40
Performing
10
10
10
30
Critically Studying
5
5
Total %
20
20
40
20
30
20
100
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Design & Technology Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Innovation Case Study
Major Design Proposal Oral presentation
Industry Comparison Essay
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 4, Week 8
Term 1, Week 8
Term 2, Week 7
Term 3, Week 3
H1.1 H4.1
H2.2 H3.1 H6.2
H4.2 H4.3 H5.1 H5.2 H6.1
H1.1 H2.1 H4.1 H6.1
Outcomes assessed
Components Knowledge and skills in designing, managing, producing, and evaluating a major design project.
Weighting %
20
Knowledge and understanding of course content. Total %
20
25
15
60
20
5
15
40
20
30
30
100
28
Engineering Studies Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Civil Structures: Engineering Report
Transport Systems Research & Inclass Essay
Aeronautical Inclass Report
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 4, Week 8
Term 2, Week 7
Term 3, Week 3
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
H1.2 H2.1 H3.2 H3.3 H6.1 H6.2
H1.1 H1.2 H2.1 H3.3 H6.2
H1.1 H1.2 H2.1 H2.2 H3.1 H3.3 H4.2 H4.3
H2.1 H3.2 H4.2 H4.3 H6.2
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content
10
15
15
20
60
Knowledge and skills in the practical application of the content
5
10
15
10
40
Total %
15
25
30
30
100
29
English Advanced Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences
Module A: Textual Conversations
Module C: The Craft of Writing
Trial Exam
Multimodal Task
Critical response
Creative writing
Term 4, Week 9
Term 1, Week 10
Term 2, Week 4
Term 3, Week 3
EA12-1 EA12-4 EA12-9
EA12-1 EA12-3 EA12-4 EA12-5 EA12-6 EA12-7 EA12-8
Timing
Outcomes assessed
EA12-2 EA12-6 EA12-7 EA12-8
EA12-6 EA12-7 EA12-8
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content Skills in responding to texts and communication
10
15
10
15
50
Skills in responding to texts and communication of ideas appropriate to audience, purpose and context across all modes
15
10
10
15
50
Total %
25
25
20
30
100
30
English Extension 1 Task No.
Task 1
Task 2 Natural Worlds
Nature of task
Common Module Literary Worlds
Task 3
Trial Exam
In class task
Critical Response with Related Text
Timing
Term 4, Week 7
Term 2, Week 8
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
EE12-2 EE12-5
EE12-1 EE12-4
EE12-2 EE12-3 EE12-4
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of complex texts and of how and why they are valued Skills in complex analysis, sustained
15
20
15
50
Composition and independent investigation
15
20
15
50
Total %
30
40
30
100
31
English Extension 2 Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Nature of task
Viva Voce and Proposal
Literature Review
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 1, Week 3
Term 2, Week 3
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
EEX12-1 EEX12-4 EEX12-5
EEX12-1 EEX12-2 EEX12-3 EEX12-4
EEX12-2 EEX12-3 EEX12-5
Components
Weighting %
Skills in extensive independent research
15
20
15
50
Skills in sustained composition
15
20
15
50
Total %
30
40
30
100
32
English Standard Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences
Module B: Close Study of a Text
Module C: The Craft of Writing
Trial Exam
Multimodal Task
Critical response
Creative writing
Term 4, Week 9
Term 1, Week 10
Term 2, Week 4
Term 3, Week 3
EN12-1 EN12-4 EN12-7 EN12-9
EN12-1 EN12-3 EN12-4 EN12-5 EN12-6 EN12-7 EN12-8
Timing
Outcomes assessed
EN12-2 EN12-3 EN12-6 EN12-7
EN12-3 EN12-5 EN12-7 EN12-8
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content Skills in responding to texts and communication
10
15
10
15
50
Skills in responding to texts and communication of ideas appropriate to audience, purpose and context across all modes
15
10
10
15
50
Total %
25
25
20
30
100
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English Studies Task No.
Nature of task
Task 1
Common Module: Narratives and Human Experiences
Task 2
Task 3
Writing For Purpose
Module A: Voices of Australia
Creative Writing
Analytical Response
Multimodal Task
Task 4
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 4, Week 9
Term 1, Week 10
Term 2, Week 4
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
ES12-2 ES12-4 ES12-5 ES12-6 ES12-8
ES12-1 ES12-3 ES12-6 ES12-7
ES12-1 ES12-4 ES12-5 ES12-7 ES12-10
ES12-2 ES12-3 ES12-4 ES12-5 ES12-9
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content Skills in responding to texts and communication
15
10
15
10
50
Skills in responding to texts and communication of ideas appropriate to audience, purpose and context across all modes
10
15
15
10
50
Total %
25
25
30
20
100
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Food Technology Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Nature of task
Aspects of the Australian Food Industry
Case Study: Food Manufacturing Processes
Food Product Development
Research and Practical task
Timing
Term 4, Week 7
Outcomes assessed
H1.2 H1.4 H3.1
Written and Practical task Term 1, Week 9
H1.1 H4.2
Research and Practical task
Task 4
Trial Exam
Term 2, Week 7
Term 3, Week 3
H1.3 H4.1
H1.1 H1.3 H2.1 H5.1
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content
5
5
5
25
40
Knowledge and skills in designing, researching, analyzing and evaluating.
10
5
10
5
30
15
15
25
30
Skills in experimenting with and preparing food by applying theoretical concepts. Total %
15
30
30
100
35
Geography Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Eco Systems Fieldwork Report
Global Sustainability Research and Oral Presentation
Urban Places Extended Response
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 1, Week 3
Term 1, Week 9
Term 2, Week 8
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
GE-12-01 GE-12-02 GE-12-03 GE-12-04 GE-12-06
GE-12-1 GE-12-5 GE-12-6 GE-12-7 GE-12-9
GE-12-1 GE-12-2 GE-12-6 GE-12-9
GE-12-01 to GE-12-09
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content
10
10
Geographical Skills and Tools
5
Geographical Inquiry and Research (Including Fieldwork)
10
Communication of Geographical information, ideas and issues in appropriate forms
5
5
10
Total %
20
25
25
10
5
20
40
5
20
5
20
20
30
100
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Health & Movement Science Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Assessment 1: Health in an Australian and Global Context Written Response
Assessment 2: Training for Improved Performance Written Response
Assessment 3: Training for Improved Performance Written Response
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 1, Week 3
Term 2, Week 2
Term 2, Week 9
Term 3, Week 3
HM-12-04 HM-12-06
HM-12-04 HM-12-05 HM-12-06 HM-12-09 HM-12-10
HM-12-01 HM-12-02 HM-12-03 HM-12-04 HM-12-05 HM-12-06
Outcomes assessed
HM-12-01 HM-12-06
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content
10
10
5
15
40
Skills in critical thinking, research, analysis and communicating
15
15
10
20
60
Total %
25
25
15
35
100
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Legal Studies Task No.
Nature of task
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Core Part II: Human Rights
Core Part I: Crime
Options Part III: Family
Trial Exam
Research task and written response.
Essay
Timing
Term 4, Week 7
Term 1, Week 7
Term 2, Week 6
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
H2 H3 H4 H7 H8
H2 H3 H4 H7 H8
H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9
H1-H10
Essay
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content
5
10
5
20
40
Analysis and Evaluation
5
5
5
5
20
Inquiry and research
10
5
5
5
10
5
20
25
25
30
100
Communication of business information, ideas and issues in appropriate forms Total %
20
20
38
Mathematics Advanced Task No.
Nature of task
Task 1 Exponential and Logarithmic Functions, Sequences and Series, and Further Transformations
Task 2
Task 3
Diffferential and Integral Calculus
Applications of Calculus and Random Variables
Task 4
Trial Exam
Test Test
Test Timing
Outcomes assessed
Term 4, Week 8
MAV-11-07 MAV-11-08 MAV-12-01 MAV-12-02 MAV-12-03 MAO-WM-01
Term 1, Week 7
MAV-12-04 MAV-12-05 MAO-WM-01
Term 2, Week 8
MAV-12-06 MAV-12-07 MAV-12-08 MAO-WM-01
Term 3, Week 3 MAV-11-01 MAV-11-02 MAV-11-03 MAV-11-04 MAV-11-05 MAV-11-06 MAV-11-07 MAV-11-08 MAV-11-09 MAV-11-10 MAV-12-01 MAV-12-02 MAV-12-03 MAV-12-04 MAV-12-05 MAV-12-06 MAV-12-07 MAV-12-08 MAO-WM-01
Components
Weighting %
Understanding, fluency and communicating
10
10
15
15
50
Problem solving, reasoning and justification
10
15
10
15
50
Total %
20
25
25
30
100
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Mathematics Extension 1 Task No.
Nature of task
Timing
Outcomes assessed
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Further work with Functions, Induction and Vectors
Inverse Trigonometry and Further Calculus
Applications of Calculus and the Binomial Distribution
Test
Test
Test
Term 4, Week 8
Term 1, Week 9
Term 2, Week 7
Term 3, Week 3
ME1-12-05 ME1-12-06 MAO-WM-01
ME1-11-01 ME1-11-02 ME1-11-03 ME1-11-04 ME1-11-05 ME1-12-01 ME1-12-02 ME1-12-03 ME1-12-04 ME1-12-05 ME1-12-06 MAO-WM-01
ME1-11-01 ME1-12-01 ME1-12-02 MAO-WM-01
ME1-12-03 ME1-12-04 ME1-12-05 MAO-WM-01
Task 4
Trial Exam
Components
Weighting %
Understanding, fluency and communicating
10
10
15
15
50
Problem solving, reasoning and justification
10
15
10
15
50
Total %
20
25
25
30
100
40
Mathematics Extension 2 Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Complex Numbers In class task
Proof and Vectors In class task
Integration and Mechanics In Class Task
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 4, Week 9
Term 1, Week 9
Term 2, Week 9
Term 3, Week 3
ME2-12-04 ME2-12-05 MAO-WM-01
ME2-12-01 ME2-12-02 ME2-12-03 ME2-12-04 ME2-12-05 MAO-WM-01
Outcomes assessed
ME2-12-03 MAO-WM-01
ME2-12-01 ME2-12-02 MAO-WM-01
Components
Weighting %
Understanding, fluency and communicating
10
10
15
15
50
Problem solving, reasoning and justification
10
15
10
15
50
Total %
20
25
25
30
100
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Mathematics Standard 2 Task No.
Nature of task
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Data Analysis and Networks
Probability, Algebraic Relationsships, Investment and Loans
Annuities, Rates, Ratios and Bivariate Data
Trial Exam
Test
Test Test
Timing
Outcomes assessed
Term 4, Week 8
MST-11-08 MST-12-S2-06 MST-12-S2-07 MAO-WM-01
Term 1, Week 7
MST-12-S2-01 MST-12-S2-02 MST-12-S2-09 MAO-WM-01
Term 2, Week 8
Term 3, Week 3
MST-12-S2-03 MST-12-S2-05 MST-12-S2-08 MAO-WM-01
MST-11-01 MST-11-02 MST-11-03 MST-11-04 MST-11-05 MST-11-06 MST-11-07 MST-11-08 MST-12-S2-01 MST-12-S2-02 MST-12-S2-03 MST-12-S2-04 MST-12-S2-05 MST-12-S2-06 MST-12-S2-07 MST-12-S2-08 MST-12-S2-09 MAO-WM-01
Components
Weighting %
Understanding, fluency and communicating
10
10
15
15
50
Problem solving, reasoning and justification
10
15
10
15
50
Total %
20
25
25
30
100
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Modern History Task No.
Nature of task
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Core Study: Power and Authority in the Modern World 1919-1946
National Study: Russia and the Soviet Union 1917-1941
Peace and Conflict: The Cold War 19451991
Essay
Essay
Term 1, Week 9
Term 2, Week 5
Term 3, Week 3
MH12.6 MH12.7 MH12.8 MH12.9
MH12.1 MH12.2 MH12.3 MH12.4 MH12.5 MH12.8 MH12.9
MH12.1 MH12.2 MH12.3 MH12.4 MH12.5 MH12.6 MH12.7 MH12.9
Source Analysis Timing
Outcomes assessed
Term 4, Week 7
MH12.6 MH12.7 MH12.8 MH12.9
Task 4
Trial Exam
Components Knowledge and understanding of course content
Weighting %
10
Historical inquiry and research
10
10
10
10
Historical skills in the analysis and evaluation of sources and interpretations
10
Communication of historical understanding in appropriate forms
5
5
Total %
25
25
20
10
40
20
10
20
10
20
30
100
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Music 1 Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
Core Performance and Aural Analysis
Elective 1: Arrangement and Logbook
Elective 2 & 3 Presentation or Submission:
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 4, Week 7
Term 1, Week 11
Term 2, Week 8
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
H1 H2 H4 H5 H6 H8 H9 H10
H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H10
H1-11*
H1-11*
Components Performance
Weighting % 10
Composition Musicology
10 10
10
10
10
Aural
25
Electives Total %
20
15
30
25
30
25 45
25
100
*Teachers will select appropriate outcomes based on Elective options selected by each student
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Physics Task No.
Nature of task
Task 1
Task 2
Advanced Mechanics
Nature of Light & Advanced Mechanics
Depth Study
Task 3
Task 4
Electromagnetism & Nature of Light Practical Analysis
Trial Exam
Term 2, Week 2
Term 2, Week 8
Term 3, Week 3
PH11/12-2 PH11/12-4 PH11/12-5 PH11/12-6 PH11/12-7 PH12-14 PH12-12
PH11/12-1 PH11/12-2 PH11/12-3 PH11/12-4 PH11/12-5 PH11/12-6 PH11/12-7 PH12-13 PH12-12
PH11/12-2 PH11/12-4 PH11/12-5 PH11/12-6 PH11/12-7 PH12-12 PH12-13 PH12-14 PH12-15
Test
Timing
Term 1, Week 2
Outcomes assessed
PH11/12-1 PH11/12-2 PH11/12-3 PH11/12-4 PH11/12-5 PH11/12-6 PH11/12-7 PH12-12
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content
5
10
5
20
40
Skills in Working Scientifically
20
10
20
10
60
Total %
25
20
25
30
100
45
Science Extension Task No.
Nature of task
Timing
Outcomes assessed
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Scientific Research Report: Project Proposal
Data methodology and analysis
Major Work: Scientific Research Report
Term 1, Week 7
Term 2, Week 6
Term 3, Week 2
SE-2 SE-4 SE-5 SE-6
SE-1 SE-3 SE-4 SE-5 SE-6 SE-7
SE-1 SE-3 SE-5 SE-7
Components
Weighting %
Communicating Scientifically
10
10
10
30
Gathering, recording, analysing and evaluating data
5
10
15
20
Application of scientific research skills
15
10
15
40
Total %
30
30
40
100
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Society & Culture Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Social and Cultural Continuity and Change
Personal Interest Project – Process
Research Task
Oral Presentation
Timing
Term 4, Week 8
Term 1, Week 11
Term 2, Week 7
Term 3, Week 3
Outcomes assessed
H2 H3 H5 H7 H9
H6 H7 H8
H1 H2 H5 H9 H10
H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6
Nature of task
Task 3
Task 4
Popular Culture Extended Response
Trial Exam
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding of course content
15
Application and evaluation of social and cultural research methods
10
Communication of historical understanding in appropriate forms
10
Total %
35
10
20
15
50
5
5
30
10
10
35
20
20
100
* The Society & Culture Logbook must be submitted so that it can be monitored by the teacher (i.e., submitted three times throughout the course). Personal Interest Project Draft - Term 3, Week 1 Major Work and Reflection due to NESA TBA
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Sport, Lifestyle & Recreation Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Nature of task
Assessment 1: Fitness - Presentation
Assessment 2: Sports Coaching and Training - Topic Test
Assessment 3: Resistance Training Practical Observation
Timing
Term 1, Week 8
Term 2, Week 7
Term 3, Week 5
Outcomes assessed
2.3 4.1 4.2
1.1 1.3 1.6 4.2
1.1 3.6
Components
Weighting %
Knowledge and understanding
15
20
15
50
Skills
15
20
15
50
Total %
30
40
30
100
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Visual Arts Task No.
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Nature of task
C&H studies extended response
Artmaking Viva Voce/ BOW Progress report
Artmaking submission BOW progress
Trial Exam
Timing
Term 4, Week 8
Term 1, Week 5
Term 2, Week 9
Term 3, Week 3
H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6
H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10
H1 H2 H3 H4 H5 H6 H7 H8 H9 H10
H7 H8 H9 H10
Outcomes assessed
Components Artmaking including conceptual framework and frames Art Criticism/ Art History including
Weighting %
10
Conceptual framework and frames Total %
10
20
20
50
10
10
30
50
30
30
30
100
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