Through the TAFE NSW HSC, TPC, Further Study and Career Pathways courses, you can gain the qualifications you need to broaden your career opportunities for a brighter future.

What level of qualification is HSC?

The Higher School Certificate (HSC) is the credential awarded to secondary school students who successfully complete senior high school level studies (Years 11 and 12 or equivalent) in New South Wales and some ACT schools in Australia, as well as some international schools in Singapore, Malaysia, China, Papua New …

Can I complete my HSC Online?

The HSC Studies course enables students to gain the NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) qualification while studying online at home. It is also possible to study one or more single subjects in both Year 11 and/or Year 12.

What is Pathways HSC?

HSC ‘Pathways’ describes the options available to students to flexibly complete their HSC. Basically, it’s an option to extend your HSC study over two to five years, where you can spread your subject load over more than one year of 10+ units.

Can you repeat Year 12 in NSW?

You can repeat one or more HSC courses, but it must be within the five – year accumulation period. Results of all attempts will appear on your Record of Achievement. There is no penalty for repeating a course.

Can you fail HSC?

Achieving the HSC is different from getting a driver’s licence or an ATAR. You do not receive a simple ‘pass’ or ‘fail’, nor do you get a single rank or mark for all courses. The HSC results are a detailed package showing you the level of knowledge and skills you achieved in each course.

Why is HSC important?

“In terms of secondary exit, the HSC provides students with an official record of achievement that attests to what it is they know and can do – and how well they can do it – in the various subjects they have chosen, at the end of 12 years of schooling,” Professor Tognolini told The Educator.

What are the most popular HSC subjects?

Top 15 subjects

Can I sit the HSC again?

You can repeat one or more HSC courses, but it must be within the five – year accumulation period. Results of all attempts will appear on your Record of Achievement. In calculating your ATAR, the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) will use the marks from your most recent attempt.

Can you dropout at 15 in Australia?

If all of the below 5 conditions are met, your child may be able to drop out of school before age 17: Passed 9th grade or is 15 years old. Your permission to leave school. Approval from the principal for a “suitable” work or study program.

What is a TAFE NSW statement in HSC studies?

These include: A TAFE NSW Statement in HSC Studies allows you to study all or part of the NSW Higher School Certificate with TAFE NSW. There are a broad range of general education and vocational HSC courses to choose from, with your study program dependent on your previous experience and the amount of time you can dedicate to learning.

What are the educational requirements for TAFE NSW?

TAFE NSW recognise the following educational requirements. For the Higher School Certificate (HSC) (Year 12) or equivalent: TAFE NSW Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (TPC) post-school course or courses that meet the equivalent of one year of full-time assessed study (about 540 hours) ROSA (Record of School Achievement) or equivalent

What are the tatafe NSW courses?

TAFE NSW courses and related support programs will boost your confidence and be an asset for life. Courses include the Tertiary Preparation Certificate (TPC), an alternative to the HSC for university entrance, skills for work and vocational pathways, education support, employment and training.

Who is responsible for completing the HSC?

The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) has developed the HSC curriculum and is responsible for managing completion requirements including the final examinations. NESA awards the HSC credential. HSC assessment results achieved in your TAFE study are reported by TAFE to NESA as part of the minimum completion requirements for the HSC.