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VCE
We have an extensive senior school program with a breadth of VCE studies including over 30 subject offerings, as well as a range of language studies that students are able to incorporate into their program. Our students also have access to the Vocational Major pathway (formerly VCAL) where they can pursue a Vocational pathway, accessing TAFE courses and School Based Apprenticeships.
VCE Pathways
There are 3 main ways to study Year 11 and 12 in Victoria:
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)
- VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM)
- Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC).
Vocational Education Training (VET) can be included in your VCE, VCE VM or VPC. VET is specific industry learning. The skills you learn in VET can be applied in the workplace or as you keep studying towards a trade or qualification. Depending on the VET course, you’ll either study at your school or at a nearby TAFE/training provider.
Click here to compare the VCE, VCE Vocational Major and Victoria Pathways Certificate.
Victorian Certificate of Education
The Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) is Victoria’s senior secondary qualification. It opens pathways to university, higher-level TAFE or VET certificate courses, apprenticeships, traineeships and the workforce. Upon successfully completing this pathway, students will be eligible to receive an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Ranking).
Subjects
- VCE English Study (four options)
- VCE Maths Study (Year 11)
- Choice of four additional VCE Studies
(this may include a VET subject)
Future Pathways
- University entrance
- TAFE studies
- Apprenticeship
- Traineeship
- Employment
APPLIED LEARNING
VCE Vocational Major
The VCE Vocational Major is a 2-year applied learning program within the VCE. Students will develop academic and work-related skills, knowledge and confidence. It will prepare students for work and further education and training. Upon successfully completing this pathway, students will graduate with the Victorian Certificate of Education, with the additional words 'Vocational Major'.
Subjects
- VCE VM Literacy
- VCE VM Numeracy
- VCE VM Work Related Skills
- VCE VM Personal Development Skills
- VET – Vocational Education and Training
- Structured Workplace Learning
- School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship
Future Pathways
- TAFE studies
- Apprenticeship
- Traineeship
- Employment
- University Entry (alternative pathway)
