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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 (VCE)
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)
- VCE Study
- VCE Study
- VCE Study
- VCE Study
(this may include a VET subject)
Future Pathways
- University entrance
- TAFE studies
- Apprenticeship
- Traineeship
- Employment
VCE Subject Offerings
- Algorithmics (offsite)
- Applied Computing
- Art Making and Exhibiting
- Australian and Global Politics
- Biology
- Business Management
- Chemistry
- Economics
- English or English as an Additional Language (EAL)
- English Language
- (English) Literature
- Extended Investigation (offsite)
- Food Studies
- Geography
- Health and Human Development
- History – Modern/Revolutions
- Languages - French
- Languages - Japanese
- Languages - other
- Legal Studies
- Mathematics - Foundation
- Mathematics - General
- Mathematical Methods
- Mathematics - Specialist
- Media
- Music
- Outdoor and Environmental Studies
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Physics
- Product Design and Technology
- Psychology
- Systems Engineering
- Theatre Studies
- Visual Communication Design
VCE Vocational Major
APPLIED LEARNING
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 Literacy
- VCE Numeracy
- VCE Personal Development Skills
- VCE Work Related Skills
- VET – Vocational Education & Training
- Structured Workplace Learning
Future Pathways
- TAFE studies
- Apprenticeship
- Traineeship
- Employment
- University Entry (alternate pathway)
2024 VETDSS - 'Bring your Parent to TAFE Day' at Chisholm
2024 VETDSS - 'Bring your Parent to TAFE Day' at Chisholm
2024 VETDSS - 'Bring your Parent to TAFE Day' at Chisholm
2023 School Based Apprenticeship (Electrical) - Jamie A
2024 School Based Apprenticeship (Hairdressing) - Ludi R
2024 School Based Apprenticeship (Plumbing) - Kaine D
2024 VCE Results
We are exceptionally proud of our Class of 2024 and their outstanding VCE results!
HIGHLIGHTS:
- 14% achieved an ATAR above 90
- 34% achieved an ATAR above 80
- Median ATAR: 74
- 43 study scores of 40 and above
- Dux: Isaac R, 98.4
- Our entire cohort successfully achieved their VCE certificates
Beyond these impressive results, we are most proud of the way this cohort has embraced The Beaumaris Way, excelling not only academically but as wonderful young people and ambassadors of our college.
To our graduates: thank you for being part of the BSC community and for the incredible passion, drive, and desire to make an impact. The Class of 2024 has left their mark, and we can’t wait to see them continue to shine!
The VCE's new Vocational Major
Creating worlds where passions can be explored
The VCE Vocational Major is a 2-year applied learning program within the VCE. Students complete a high-quality curriculum and work toward completing a VET qualification while finishing school.
This means VCE Vocational Major students gain real-world skills and knowledge, so they can land jobs in Australia’s most in-demand industries.
Whether they’re into music production, hospitality or agriculture, VCE Vocational Major students finish school with an employability edge, ready to take on work, life and more study.
The Victorian Pathways Certificate is a new flexible Year 11 and 12 course designed for the small number of students who, for a range of reasons, are not able or ready to undertake the VCE or the VCE Vocational Major in schools.
Teachers and career counsellors are available to answer questions, and to support students as they make decisions about their final years at school.
For more information, go to vic.gov.au/VCE
