• School term dates from 2006 to 2007
• Courses and qualifications
• Vocational training in schools
• Tuition costs and Entry Requirements
• The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
• Unique Characteristics
• Assessment

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School term dates from 2006 to 2007

Victoria

Please note, the above table shows the school term dates for Victoria. To view the school term dates for all other states and territories for 2006  and 2007 visit the Department of Education, Science and Training (DEST) website at:
www.dest.gov.au/portfolio_department/calendar_dates/school_term_dates_2006.htm
www.dest.gov.au/portfolio_department/calendar_dates/school_term_dates_2007.htm

Courses and qualifications
Australia’s secondary schools have a national curriculum that was developed to ensure high academic standards in all Australian schools. The different states and territories of Australia do have individual systems of secondary education, but all conform to the same high standards required by the national curriculum. For a school to be accredited to accept international students it must provide, or have access to, specialist English language programs. Across the different states and territories, the Year 12 (final year) qualification is known as:

All schools provide subjects in the eight Key Learning Areas: English, Mathematics, Studies of Society and the Environment, Science, Arts, Languages Other Than English, Technology and Personal Development, Health and Physical Education. At secondary level, choice and diversity are increased as schools are able to offer a wide range of subjects, delivered by highly trained and experienced teachers, and using state-of-the-art technology including the Internet, CD-ROM materials and multimedia equipment.

It is very natural that parents want the best for their child but what is “best” for one child may not be the “best” for the next. Choosing the right school for your child is not an easy task and you have to take into consideration all factors such as your child's academic performance, aptitudes, sporting abilities and special interests. Circumstances, special preference, family connections and etc may also play a role. Different schools offer different advantages and emphasis. Hence, during the counselling session that we provide, it is very important that we understand the child's needs before narrowing down to a few options. Professional advice is important and we have a wide selection of schools that will help your child achieve his full potential.

Vocational training in schools
An increasing number of Australian schools offer vocational training subjects as part of their school curriculum. These subjects allow students to gain practical, work-based skills whilst completing their senior secondary education, and are part of Australia’s commitment to providing a balanced education that prepares students well for life after secondary school.

Tuition Costs
It varies depending on the type of schools. For the latest tuition costs, please contact us for a free counseling

Entry Requirements
Entry requirements vary from one school to another. Government and independent schools have their own selection criteria and the selection process involves consideration of the applicant’s academic record and proven ability, along with other factors which may include sporting achievement and other extracurricular accomplishments.

The International Baccalaureate Diploma
This two-year program has been designed to meet the needs of secondary students in schools worldwide. The comprehensive curriculum allows its graduates to fulfill the requirements of national education systems and hence leads to tertiary entrance anywhere in Australia and in all of the major universities across the world. Courses within the program have a global rather than local perspective which students find stimulating and outward looking.

IB curriculum
Students must undertake studies from each of six curriculum groups.

IB Subject Selection Process

• Students choose their six subjects for Year 11 and then decide later in Year 11 which of their subjects will be studied at Higher Level (HL). In order to be eligible for the IB Diploma, students must study at least 3 (and not more than 4) subjects at HL and the remainder at SL.

• It is important for students to make their subject selection very carefully as this will be treated as their final selection. While every effort will be made to grant the student’s choice of subjects, all selections are dependent upon sufficient numbers to ensure viability and on timetable constraints.

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