Year 10 Course Handbook - Diamond Valley College

Year 10 ProgramDiamond Valley College values providing students with choice so that individualstrengths and interests can be the basis for the pathway to be followed. This alsoincreases student engagement in their learning. At Year 10 this is provided through abroad elective program.Program requirements:Students in Year 10 study 12 units over the year with English and Mathematicscompulsory for two units each. Students then select units from the remaining KeyLearning Areas. It is recommended that students complete at least one elective fromeach area. Students should note that LOTE – Italian and Advanced Placement subjectsare full year subjects (two units).How many periods per subject?Subjects will be one semester in length with each class allocated five periods perweek, similar to VCE classes. VCE studies will run for two units across the year.Can Year 10 students do a VCE subject?Students who meet criteria related to high levels of achievement, application andorganization may be offered enrolment in one VCE Advanced Placement subject. AVCE subject must be taken for two semesters. Students choosing an AdvancedPlacement subject should not choose a year 10 subject from the same area of study.Selecting a Balanced Program:Students should select units according to their strengths, interests and their likelyYear 11 and 12 program keeping in mind the need for balance and maintainingoptions. Students should select a program that ensures they have the flexibility tochange career direction at any time. The following points should be considered whenmaking selections.The student’s interests and skillsCareer directionsKnown ability and performance in subject areasAptitude for study and motivationA program that leaves options open for the future Prerequisite studies deemed necessary by tertiaryinstitutions for entry to specific coursesEnsure that you understand subject descriptions and seekassistance if you are uncertainDo not select studies simply because your friend wants you in thesame classesConfirming your course:After subject selections have been submitted your course will be carefully checked.Students may need to be re-counselled if there are any concerns with their selectionsand course requirements. Your course will be confirmed towards the middle of termfour.2012 Diamond Valley College Year 10 Course Handbook 7