Curriculum
The College’s curriculum structure is designed to facilitate a personalised approach to learning for students. We quickly determine the Literacy and Numeracy levels of new students using a range of assessment tools.
Learning opportunities are then provided at multiple levels to build students’ skills. In Year 7, students spend most of their time in compulsory, core subjects developing key skills and competencies. They are also introduced to a number of elective modules, from which they can choose to study in more depth during the second half of the year.
As students move into the senior years of schooling, they are provided with greater choice of curriculum according to their pathways planning.
Victorian Curriculum
The curriculum we offer our students is in accordance with the current Victorian Curriculum. The Victorian Curriculum F–10 sets out what every student should learn during their first eleven years of schooling. It is the common set of knowledge and skills required by students for life-long learning, social development, and active and informed citizenship.
The Victorian Curriculum F–10 incorporates the Australian Curriculum and reflects Victorian priorities and standards.
For more details, visit the Victorian Curriculum website.
Junior School Programs
Year 7
In Year 7, students undertake 6 core subjects consisting of English, Mathematics, Humanities, Science, Health & PE and one of the LOTE (Languages Other Than English) options: Chinese, Indonesian, or German.
For the duration of the year, Year 7 students will rotate through 8 different modules (two per term) to gain first-hand knowledge and experience in a range of subjects. These modules are: Art, Drama, Food Technology, Multimedia, Music, Robotics, Technology, and Textiles.
Year 8
Year 8 students undertake 6 core subjects consisting of English, Mathematics, Humanities, Science, Health & PE and continue with the LOTE studied in Year 7.
Each semester, students elect two modules to study for the entire semester. These modules are: Art, Drama, Food Technology, Multimedia, Music, Sport Education, Technology, and Textiles.
Senior School Programs
Year 9
Year 9 students undertake 4 core subjects consisting of English, Mathematics, Humanities, and Science. Students may then select three additional subjects from a range of modules offered to Years 9 & 10 students each semester. These subjects are available across the domains of The Arts, Health & Physical Education, LOTE, Technology, as well as extension programs in core domains.
Year 10
Year 10 students undertake the core subjects of English and Mathematics. Most students will select two semesters of Humanities and Science. Students may also choose three additional subjects from the range of modules offered to Years 9 & 10 students each semester.
Pathway Programs
There are two broad pathway programs offered to students:
- Pathway 1: VCE – Intended for students planning to attend Bendigo Senior Secondary College.
- Pathway 2: VCE-VM – Victorian Certificate of Education – Vocational Major.
VCE Programs
Year 10 students have the opportunity to undertake a VCE Unit 1 and 2 subject as part of their Year 10 course. This option is best suited to students who:
- Are well organised, with demonstrated time management and work completion record
- Are achieving above-average grades within the subject or a similar subject area they wish to select for Year 11
VET Programs
Year 10 students have the opportunity to commence a VET Certificate as part of their Year 10 course. This option is suited to students who:
- Are considering an apprenticeship or traineeship after school
- Wish to gain an industry qualification
- Enjoy practical-based learning environments
- Want to obtain part-time work in an industry
