Whether you're studying a Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), International Baccalaureate (IB) or the equivalent interstate certificate, choosing the right high school subjects is super important for getting ready for university. If you know what job you want, go for subjects that fit that career pathway. If you’re not sure yet, no worries – choose subjects that keep your options open.
If you’re not enjoying your chosen VCE subjects, you’re unlikely to ace them in your final years of high school. So, don’t go rogue with a subject you have no interest in studying – choose subjects that align with your passions and your strengths.
Know what you want to study after high school? Brilliant! Just make sure you research the course entry requirements. For example, you’ll need to study specific maths subjects to meet the prerequisites of Deakin’s engineering courses.
Subject selection and study pathways can be overwhelming. Chat to your teachers, parents or caregivers, family friends and school career counsellors about the best fit for you. Our friendly Deakin advisers are also here to help on 1800 693 888 or via live chat.
Now’s the perfect time to explore the courses you’re interested in and see which match your interests or career goals. Even if you’re unsure, you can jump in and discover why Deakin is the #1 Victorian uni for course satisfaction.*
Sign up for Year 10 work experience for valuable real-world exposure that helps you identify your strengths and interests. It can also help you figure out your future career goals and guide your subject choices.
Senior high school can be stressful. So, we pulled together some tips for navigating your VCE subjects and making the most of your final years of high school.
Try and get 30 minutes of exercise each day and eat regular nutritious meals. This helps to improve mood, memory, concentration and study performance.
Stay on top of your assignments by drawing up a yearly timetable showing when things are due. Use it to plan other social activities to help you keep a balance.
Plan ahead for exams and develop regular revision blocks for each subject. To help stay motivated, give yourself a small reward when you achieve a study milestone.
Break big assignments or projects into smaller, more manageable tasks to help you feel less overwhelmed. And don’t forget to get at least eight hours of sleep at night!
We’ve got a huge range of services to support your transition from high school to university – including help for Year 10, 11 and 12 students navigating VCE subject selection, VTAC preferences and more.
Join a student-led tour of our world-class facilities this September school holidays. Plus, have all your questions answered by our staff and students at the course information expo.
If you don’t end up getting the ATAR you wanted or don’t meet the entry requirements for your dream course – Deakin has a range of pathways to suit all types of circumstances.
Exams can bring a lot of stress, especially for Year 12 students facing important assessments. Here’s how to stay on top of the pressure!
To better understand how to support students through Year 11 and 12, we spoke with parents and caregivers whose kids have been through VCE for their best advice.
*Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our list of sources.
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