Can I do 6 VCE subjects?

VCE Structure Students must study 6 subjects at school. Up to two of these subjects can be Early Access Unit 3/4.

What subjects affect your Atar?

Case Study

How many VCE subjects do you do in Year 11?

VCE students usually do 20 to 24 subjects over two years from Year 11 to Year 12. Year 11 is often called Unit 1/2 of the VCE, while Year 12 is called Unit 3/4. When picking subjects for VCE, think about: what interests you.

Is it okay to fail year 11?

Yes, but it’s uncommon. Usually students would choose to do Year 11 again at a different school. Failing Year 11 is difficult unless you repeatedly make little/no effort in your subjects.

Should I take 2 Unit 3/4 subjects in Year 11?

The main reason why I eventually decided to select two Unit 3/4 subjects in Year 11 is simply because it helps to reduce your workload in Year 12. In some schools, they have a requirement of completing at least six subjects for VCE to help maximise your ATAR.

What happens if you don’t study something that directly contributes to ATARS?

Neglecting something that directly contributes to your ATAR score is a bad idea, and could end in disaster if it is the reason you don’t reach the cut-off for the university course of your choice. Plain and simple, you may not be ready for the subject matter of a 3/4 class.

Should my child do Year 11 and Year 12?

However, if your child is above average or thoroughly enjoys a certain subject, it is advisable to do that subject as your child will enjoy Year 11 and Year 12, rather than seeing the two years of study as a chore. Q: What if my child doesn’t know what they want to do with their lives?

Should I take a 3/4 subject?

By completing a 3/4 subject prior to your final year, you are creating one less hassle for yourself in what will probably be the most stressful 12 months of your life to date. This will allow you to narrow your focus onto the remaining five classes (or four if you did two 3/4s in Year 11).