VCE IN YR 10

YOMAMA

Hi,I am currently in yr 9 and i was hoping to do 2 vce subjects next year (Chem and General Unit 1&2),but then i did a reality check and i wsnt so sure about doing 2 of them.So now im just sticking to chem but then i really wanna finish general math in yr 10 as it is really easy,but im really worried if i can manage the workload as im doing yr 10 pre methods as well. Also if i do unit 1&2 of general math in yr 10 and unit 3&4 in yr 11 and imagine i didn't get the desired results can i swap general for another subject and do unit 3&4 of other subject in yr 12.
These are the overall subjects im thinking of doing:
English (obvi)
Methods
General
Chemistry
Physics (altho im not a big fan of it)
Pls share your opinions so that i can think over on what i need to choose

p30

YOMAMA Hi! So I did 1 vce subject in year ten (I'm in yr 11 rn and just had my final exam) and it was definitely one of the best decisions in my opinion. It gives you a really good chance to focus on a single subject since your year 10 subjects don't really contribute to anything major (still try your best ofc). If I were you I would just do one early vce subject rather than two because the work load is more demanding in vce, so it would give you the best chance to excel in one particular subject. Considering that chem is a heavy content subject, doing it early would give you a better chance of getting your desired results. I would suggest talking to your teachers before making any decisions as well just to get some extra advice! Hope this helps 🙂

Anonymous2007

YOMAMA
Hey,

I think you should consider doing two Year 11 subjects in Year 10, as I did.
This year, while in Year 11, I sat for two VCE exams, and it’s been a great decision.
By doing two VCE subjects in Year 10, you can focus solely on them, as Year 10 work doesn't matter as much.
It’s also great because, when you sit for your VCE exams in Year 11, if you're not happy with your study scores, you can redo the subject or consider picking up another subject. This approach essentially gives you another chance to succeed in Year 12, you'll be able to learn from the mistakes you made in Year 11 and focus on improving in Year 12. You'll know what to avoid, which makes studying much easier. It also gives you the chance to experience what Year 12 feels like. Plus, you’ll have more time on your hands since you’ll be doing fewer subjects in Year 12.
Hope this helps 🙂
Your going to smash it!

FinFin-2ndYearUni

Doing a 1/2 subject in Year 10 can be tricky, especially considering that you're moving over a whole year of content. I wouldn't advise doing two, unless your Year 9 teachers are absolutely sure you can handle the workload.

If you do 3/4 in Year 11, and don't get a good score, you can in fact redo the subject in Year 12 as a 3/4, and your better study score will be counted towards your ATAR. I'm not sure switching to another 3/4 subject is possible without the doing 1/2 class before, although I think it depends on the school and the subject. I'd ask your Year 9 teachers for advice on what to do, and if your school has a VCE coordinator, try talking to them too

Koala4444

Hi there!
I just finished my year 12 exams, and I have done a couple of your preferred subjects.
My (very personal) opinion is that an 'easy' subject should be kept for year 12, and the more 'difficult' subjects at year 11. This depends on personal factors, but I did a language 3&4 subject in year 11 and it was very easy for me. Then in year 12, having 'difficult' subjects was more stressful. So I would suggest you start chemistry earlier so that you can focus on it with less stress. (There are quite a few difficult to grasp content in year 11 and 12 chemistry.)
But all this is just my personal opinion.
Also, may I ask your reason for choosing physics, if you don't think you will enjoy it? Because unless you are looking for a specific course after high-school, I don't think doing a subject that you aren't keen on will do you any good.