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Year 7-9 Curriculum

Year 7-9 at students’ study 4 compulsory subjects and 2 electives.

year 7-9 subject selection:

  • Mathematics
  • English
  • Science
  • Studies of Society and Environment.

Year 10 Curriculum

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Year 10 Subject Selection

In Year 10, students must complete four compulsory subjects and two electives each semester:

  • Year 10 Maths or Numeracy
  • Year 10 English/ESL or Literacy
  • Year 10 Science
  • Year 10 Humanities (one semester)
  • Stage 1 Exploring Identities and Futures (one semester)
  • Two electives (either Year 10 or Stage 1 courses where appropriate).

Vocational Education and Training courses are available, if interested please contact palmerston.college@education.nt.gov.au

Selecting appropriate subjects can be a very difficult task and it is also recommended that students discuss possible course selections with their parents, current teachers and year level coordinators before making final decisions.

Students are encouraged to keep their options open enough to avail themselves of courses and career alternatives. As is often the case, if students do not have a career in mind, they should choose subjects that they are good at, interested in and enjoy doing.

Year 11 Curriculum

In Year 11, students enrol in six subjects each semester. Students must study English/Literacy for both semesters and Mathematics for a minimum of 1 Semester. Each Semester length subject contributes 10 points to towards the NT Certificate of Education and Training (NTCET). Students should aim to have at least 120 credits before they commence Year 12. This will enable maximum choice and flexibility.

YOUR NEXT STEPS

SACE: Home – South Australian Certificate of Education

Subject Selection

Selecting appropriate subjects can be a very difficult task. In Year 10 students should have mapped out their pathway in their Exploring Identities and Futures (EIF) class. Students who have not completed EIF or are still unsure as to what career they would like to pursue after school then students should seek advice and support from our Careers adviser.

Students interested in Vocational Education and Training courses are encouraged to apply for the Centre for Skills and Training Program.

It is also recommended that students discuss possible course selection with their parents, subject teachers and year level coordinators before making final decisions.

Students are encouraged to keep their options open enough to avail themselves of courses and career alternatives. As is often the case, if students do not have a career in mind, they should choose subjects that they are good at, interested in and enjoy doing.

Year 12 Curriculum

In Year 12, students are encouraged to study four or five Stage 2 subjects. Most Stage 2 subjects run for the whole year. Each year-length subject contributes 20 credits towards the NTCET.

YOUR NEXT STEPS

SACE: Home – South Australian Certificate of Education

Subject Selection

Students should aim to have at least 120 credits before they commence Year 12. This will enable maximum choice and flexibility.

Selecting appropriate subjects can be a very difficult task. In Year 10 students should have mapped out their pathway in their Exploring Identities and Futures (EIF) class. Students who have not completed EIF or are still unsure as to what career they would like to pursue after school then students should seek advice and support from our Careers adviser. It is also recommended that students discuss possible course selection with their parents, subject teachers and year level coordinators before making final decisions.

Students are encouraged to keep their options open enough to avail themselves of courses and career alternatives. As is often the case, if students do not have a career in mind, they should choose subjects that they are good at, interested in and enjoy doing.