YEAR 9 ELECTIVES HANDBOOK

YEAR 9ELECTIVESHANDBOOK

V I S I O N At Point Cook College we create tomorrow today through developing

students academically, socially and emotionally within a safe, engaging

and inclusive learning environment.

M I S S I O NProvide oppotunities for all members to work collaboratively

to access a seamless, personalised and innovative education.

Build a safe and supportive learning environment wherein all members

are motivated and challenged to pursue interests and pathways to

achieve their full potential.

Encourage connections with the community to promote connected,

curious and tolerant global citizens.

V A L U E SWe build positive relationships by demonstrating our

expected behaviours and values.

At Point Cook College we develop academically, socially and emotionally within a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment. We build positive relationships by demonstrating our expected behaviours and values:

At Point Cook College, we work collaboratively to access a seamless, personalised and innovative education. Within this safe and supportive learning environment, we are motivated and challenged to pursue our interests and pathways to achieve our full potential. We promote the development of connected, curious and tolerant global citizens.

We are LEARNERS

We are RESPONSIBLE

We are RESPECTFUL

We are SAFE

CONTENTS 2. School Vision

3. Point Cook College Values

5. Introduction

5. What elective do I choose?

6. What does Yr 9 Look Like?

7. Overview of Electives

ELECTIVES

ENGLISH8. Sports Media

9. Comics and Manga

10. Literature Lounge

11. Radio Room

12. Creative Writing

13. Verbal Volumiser

14. Dystopia vs Uptopia

15. The Virtual World

16. It’s Your Life

17. Catchy Classics

18. Rhythm and Rhyme

19. Youth Empowerment

20. Movies That Move You

21. Gothic Worlds

22. Ted Ed

SCIENCE23. Biology

24. Pyschology

25. Marine Biology

26. Forensic Science

27. Earth Science

28. It’s a Chemical Reaction

29. Forces In Motion

30. Astronomy

31. The Human Body

32. Systems Of Life - Zoolog

33. Nourish Me

HUMANITIES34. Conflict and The Modern World

35. Heros Of The Holocaust

36. Order In The Court

37. Monsters and Maniacs

38. Create Your Own Small Business

39. Managing My Money

40. Criminal Law

41. The World Wars

42. Ism’s Elective

43. Human Rights and The Law

44. Aboriginal Studies

45. Movements that Changed the World

PE/HEALTH46. Human Development

47. Body and Soul

48. Sports Coaching and Umpiring

49. Boxing Fitness

50. My Mind, My Body

51. Teen Advanced Fitness

52. Sports 360

ADP53. Cricket Academy

54. AFL Academy

55. Basketball Academy

56. Soccer Academy

ARTS57. A Brush With Art

58. Rock Band

59. I’m An Architect

60. School Musical

61. Music Mash-Up

62. Just Dance

63. Sketch, Paint, Create!

64. Come Draw With Me

65. Sculpture 3D

66. Constructing With Clay

67. Photography

68. The Art Studio

69. Buy Me! Graphic Design

70. Art Of The Ages

71. Advance Drawing

72. Printmaking

TECHNOLOGIES73. Iron Chef

74. Cake Decorating

75. Cafe Culture

76. Furniture

77. Human Powered Vehicle

78. Billy Cart Challenge

79. Computer Programing

80. Women In Trade

81. Robotics

MATH82. Applied Math

83. General Math

84. Extension Math

LANGUAGES85. Indonesian

86. Living Japanese

87. Japanese Tourism

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Introduction

At Point Cook Colllege we are committed to providing an education that is student centred, innovative and engaging.

Our Year 9 program aims to empower students by promoting student choice and giving them access to a range of

opportunities. We have tailored the curriculum to encourage critical and creative thinkers through our authentic and

purposeful learning experiences. Additionally, our Wellbeing program is specifically designed to develop resilient

students and meet the needs of adolescents. Our choice of electives, aim to develop a love of learning and provide

students with the knowledge and skills needed, to be active participants in the global community, all while addressing

the requirements of the Victorian Curriculum.

This handbook is produced to inform students and parents of the requirements and expectations of studying Year 9 at Point

Cook Colllege. Students should choose subjects with an understanding of their learning strengths and likes, as well as

keeping in mind the broad learning areas of interest to them and potential future study and work. It is advisable that students

select subjects that suit their interests, develop their talents and skills, build on their strengths and enable them to pursue

their goals and aspirations.

What electives do I choose?All students will complete Mathematics, English, Humanities, Science, Health and Physical Education, Japanese, The Arts, Technologies and Wellbeing lessons. Within most of these Learning Areas there will be an elective component to choose from. All students must choose 2 electives from:

• English

• Humanities: — 1 Elective from History/Geography and — 1 Elective from Civics and Citizenship/Economics and Business.

• Science

• Physical Education and Health (Core)

Each elective will run for a period of 1 Semester. All students must choose 4 electives and from the learning areas below.

• Languages

• The Arts

• Technologies

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What does a Year 9 Timetable look like?

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2

SUBJECT LESSONS PER WEEK SUBJECT LESSONS

PER WEEK

Mathematics (Elective) 5 Mathematics (Elective) 5

English (Core) 3 English (Core) 3

English (Elective) 2 English (Elective) 2

Growth (Core) 2 Growth (Core) 2

Careers (Core) 1 Careers (Core) 1

Humanities (1st Elective) 4 Humanities (2nd Elective) 4

Science (Core) 2 Science (Core) 2

Science (Elective) 2 Science (Elective) 2

Health (Core) 1 Health (Core) 1

Physical Education (1st Elective)

2Physical Education (2nd Elective)

2

The Arts, LOTE, Design Technologies (1st Elective)

3The Arts, LOTE, Design Technologies (2nd Elective)

3

The Arts, LOTE, Design Technologies (1st Elective)

3The Arts, LOTE, Design Technologies (2nd Elective)

3

TOTAL 30 Lessons TOTAL 30 Lessons

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Overview of Electives

ENGLISH SCIENCE HUMANITIES PE/HEALTH

Sports Media BiologyConflict and

The Modern WorldHuman Development

Comics and Manga Pyschology Heros of The Holocaust Body and Soul

Literature Lounge Marine Biology Order In The CourtSports Coaching

and Umpiring

Radio Room Forensic Science Monsters and Maniacs Boxing Fitness

Creative Writing Earth ScienceCreate Your Own

Small BusinessMy Mind, My Body

Verbal Volumiser It’s a Chemical Reaction Managing My Money Teen Advanced Fitness

Dystopia vs Uptopia Forces and Motion Criminal Law Sports 360

The Virtual World Astronomy The World Wars

It’s Your Life The Human Body Ism’s Elective ADP

Catchy Classics Systems Of Life - Zoology Human Rights and The Law Cricket Academy

Rhythm and Rhyme Nourish Me Aboriginal Studies AFL Academy

Youth Empowerment Movements that Changed

the WorldBasketball Academy

Movies That Move You Soccer Academy

Gothic Worlds

Ted Ed

ARTS TECHNOLOGIES MATH

A Brush With Art Constructing With Clay Iron Chef Applied Math

Rock Band Photography Cake Decorating General Math

I’m An Architect The Art Studio Cafe Culture Extension Math

School Musical Buy Me! Graphic Design Furniture

Music Mash-Up Art of The Ages Human Powered Vehicle

Just Dance Printmaking Billy Cart Challenge LANGUAGES

Sketch, Paint, Create! Computer Programing Japanese Tourism

Come Draw With Me Women In Trade Living Japanese

Sculpture 3D Robtoics Indonesian

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In this subject you will examine the historical development of the relationship between sport and the media.

You will develop an understanding of the nature of sports

media and learn skills to manage the media promotion

and coverage of sport organisations.

You will receive a comprehensive introduction to the

relationship between sport and the media.

The media includes any form of promotion of sport, such as:

• TV and Radio - Show (or commentate on) matches and

competitions. There are also highlights; documentaries

and quiz shows about sports!

• Cable and Satellite TV - These show events on a

pay-per-view basis.

• Internet - All teams and major athletes have their

own websites where you can find all kinds of information

about the team/athlete/matches.

• Newspapers and Magazines - Print predictions and

results, as well as articles about athletes and clubs.

• Books and Films - Biographies are big business for

ex-sports players.

Technology is really important to the coverage of sport in the

media. Not only does it allow all of these forms of media to

be possible, but it also allows features like photo finishes,

instant replays, split times etc.

What will I learn?

• The historical relationship between media and sport.

• How to research and report on a range of sporting

events and deciding how to best develop it to be

eleased to the media .

• What forms of media can be used to report on sports.

• How to develop a range of media texts based on a

sports team, individual, league or competition.

What career pathways could this lead me to?

• Commentating

• Youtubing/blogging

• Media management or public relations

• Sports media or sports journalism

Approximate cost of the elective: $0

Items to select on 2022 booklist:

1 x Exercise Book.

This elective requires the use of a device.

Sports Media

ENGLISH

9

Do you like reading comics and manga? Then you have come to the right place.

Here you will have theability to read, discuss and analyse

a range of comics and manga. Whether it be Amazing

Spiderman, Naruto: Shippuden, X-Men, Bleach through

to Anohana

This elective requires the following: Socratic, Seminar,

research capabilities, planning and implementing a

narrative, and creation of your own comics and/or manga.

What will I learn?

• Your work will be displayed around the school. You will

upskill your drawing abilities as well as your narrative

writing skills.


• Creative Writer

• Artist

• Comic Writer

• Concept Artist



1 x Exercise Book

1 x Sketch Book

1 Packet of black fine liner pens

1 Packet of pencils (HB, 2B)


Comics & Manga

ENGLISH

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Literature LoungeThis elective is for everyone who loves to read. Whilst this course has been designed as an introduction to the type of learning students will undertake in Senior Secondary English and VCE Literature; a love of books and reading and a willingness to tackle a variety of texts is all that is required to join the Literature Lounge.

Students will read and respond to a variety of novels;

short stories; poetry; plays and prose during this unit.

In addition, students will be introduced to a range of

strategies to analyse and respond to literary texts.

The major text studies undertaken will be of contemporary

Australian YA literature.

Students will be expected to have set reading completed

ahead of each lesson and to share their responses to set

reading in class.

Students will be required to complete oral and written

text response tasks. There may also be opportunities for

students to attend panel discussions, author talks and

Melbourne Writers’ Festival.

What will I learn?

• A basic introduction to elements of literary theory

and literary criticism.

• Skills in critical literary analysis, note taking,

annotation and academic discussion.

• Text and literature responses.

• How to think andtalk about texts in context.


• Advertising

• Communication

• Media & Journalism

• Education

Approximate cost of the elective:

$45 for personal copy of set texts.


1 x Exercise Book, 1 x Dot/Bullet Journal.


ENGLISH

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Do you have the gift of the gab?

Think you have charisma and talent?

Want to hear your voice broadcasted around?

In this subject you will be able to immerse yourself in

a real life studio where you can create your very own

radio program or podcast.

Students will use digital broadcast technologies to create

their own radio program that will be broadcasted around

using our very own radio equipment.

What will I Iearn?

• The subject will include building technological abilities

aswell as skill in interviewing, script writing, researching,

analysing, scheduling and planning.

• You will work within groups to guide your passion and

ideas into an organised and structured radio program.

• It will include discussions on current issues, will initiate

change in our school community and inspire others.


• Journalism

• Media Studies

• Pod Casting

• You Tubing



1 x Exercise Book.


Radio Room

ENGLISH

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Creative Writing, allows students to develop skills in writing

interesting, original and imaginative texts. Students use a

Writer’s Notebook to develop ideas for writing, to experiment

with different genres and to explore the themes in their

own writing.

Students follow the writing process to select a theme or idea

to develop into a finished piece, writing in a genre of their

choice. Students use their Writer’s Notebook to experiment

with a range ofwriter’s craft techniques for narrative.

Students develop characters and settings, plan a

sequence of events to build tension, experiment with

sentence structure, length and punctuation for effect and

use perspective and time-shifts to add interest to their

narrative. Students publish their work to share with a

wider audience.

What will I learn?

• Apply the writing process to plan, write, revise, edit and

publish a final piece.

• Experiment with vocabulary and figurative language to

create imagery.

• Invent complex multi-dimensional characters and apply

writer’s craft to introduce them to an audience.

• Structure events in a narrative to engage the audience,

build tension and satisfy the reader with an appropriate

ending.


• Author

• Proof reading

• Journalism

• Education



1 x Exercise Book.


CreativeWriting

ENGLISH

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Petrified of Public Speaking?

Don’t you wish you could create a ‘EUREKA’ moment when giving a speech?

This elective will help you find your voice and project it

courageously. It will teach you how to speak effectively

infront of an audience and a camera.

Timid no more…

Verbal Volumizer will make you ROARRR!

What will I learn?

• How to be assertive on stage and project your

voice with confidence.

• How to use your posture to feel and look more

confident when presenting.

• How to use visualisation techniques to gain confidence.

• How to prepare subconsciously in delivering a

memorable speech.


• Politics

• Media Studies

• Podcasting

• Journalism



1 x Exercise Book.


VerbalVolumiser

ENGLISH

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Ever wondered what life would be like in a perfect world?

How about the very opposite? If you dream of a world that

is unlike the one you know then you may enjoy this elective.

We will cover arange of literary texts that cover dystopian

or utopian worlds. Anywhere from the Hunger Games,

The Giver, The Declaration, Divergent to 1984. You will

delve into a world that is unknown to you, in a range

of excerpts.

From there, we will discuss, research, annotate,

compare and contrast a range of texts. This includes oral

discussions, essay writing, short role play and reviews.

What will I learn?

• The differences between a dystopian and utopian world.

• The ability to compare and contrast between

multiple texts.

• Annotation of excerpts.

• Discussion/Socratic Seminar skills.


• Literature studies

• Writer

• Librarian

• Teacher



1 x Exercise Book.


ENGLISH

Dystopia vs Utopia

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Do you like to interact in VR rather than IRL? If you answered yes, then this elective is for you.

Teaching you how to create media for the social realm;

whether it be how to write a media vertical like you would

find on news sites, a blog post for your upcoming business,

or m aybe just a catchy Instagram post to entice your

followers/buyers.

Learn how to navigate the world of social media

communications as after all, this is the way of the future.

What will I learn?

• How to create informative texts on a variety of

multimedia platforms.

• Understand the purpose for writing in different

context and how this influences our audience.

• Understand that authors innovate with text structures

and language for specific purposes and effects;

knowing that writing will change depending on the

platform it is presented on.

• How to make connections with an audience on

a virtual platform.


• Journalism

• Media

• Editorial

• Digital Marketing



The Virtual World

ENGLISH

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Inspired by a champion athlete or entertainer?

Then this unit is for you! View and read incredible biographies and autobiographies of notable people that inspire you!

These include sportspeople, human rights activists,

dancers, scientists, war veterans and entertainers.

Look at the language and features of autobiographies

and biograophies then create your own lifestory in print

or digital form.

An authentic opportunity for you to share and enjoy

the life stories you have made so far.

What will I learn?

• Research, analyse and evaluate what makes people

successful and inspiration.

• Develop your vocabulary and specific vocabulary

for autobiographies/biographies.

• Analyse and explain how images, vocabulary choices

and language features distinguish the work of influential

people.

• Learn from peoples values, connect with writers and

help inspire others.


• Author

• Librarian

• Literature analyst

• Teacher




It’s Your Life

ENGLISH

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“A classic book is a book that never finished saying what it has to say” (Italo Calvino)

Embark on a voyage of discovery as you enter through

different time periods, worlds, writing styles and unique

characters.

These texts have been studied across generations

because they are timeless and leave a lasting impact.

You may wish to re-create chapters, alter characters and

settings or simply enjoy the novels and novellas for what

they are - Catchy Classics.

Titles such as;

• To Kill A Mockingbird

• The Diary of Anne Frank

• Lord of The Flies

• 1984

• The Outsiders

• The Boy In The Striped Pyjamas

What will I learn?

• How to analyse and explain how images, vocabulary

choices and language features distinguish the work

of classic individual authors.

• How to understand and then create texts that respond

to political, social, environmental or historical issues.

• How to re-create great literary piece presentations and

contribute actively to rich class and group discussions.

• Develop editing skills, refining your work for effect,

selecting vocabulary and grammar that contribute to

your intention.


• Education

• Journalism

• Media

• Historian.

Students must be competent and avid readers to

undertake this elective.


$40 for 2 personal copy of set texts.


1 x Exercise Book.

This elective requires the use of a device

but adaptations are possible.

Catchy Classics

ENGLISH

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“That’s just the way it is Things will never be the same That’s just the way it is” (Tupac, song - changes)

Did you know the famous rap artist Tupac studied

poetry in college?

Poetry is a tool to express emotions and challenge

others thinking.

During this unit you will look at SLAM! Poetry and rap

verses with a focus on poetry battles to build an energetic

atmosphere around issues close to your own hearts.

Performance skills, such as using tone, gesture, pace,

pause and emphasis are required to leave an impact

on audiences.

You will be watching and analysing many SLAM! Poems

then experimenting with form, style and poetic devices to

discover their own poetic voice, one to never be forgotten!

1… 2… 3... let the battle begin!

What will I Iearn?

• How to develop an understanding of what

constitutes poetry.

• Explore your preconceived ideas and attitudes

towards poetry.

• Explore the common elements found in poetry.

• How to experiment with figurative language in poetry.


• Education

• Professional Writing

• Performance and/or songwriting.

• Media.


$25 for a copy of poetry anthology.




Rhythm and Rhyme

ENGLISH

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What makes a good leader?

The focus of this elective is to understand what a leader is,

what is involved in being a leader, and to consider different

leadership styles.

This subject will have you participating in leadership

activities and projects that contribute to thewellbeing of

others and have potential to make some real changes at

Point Cook College.

It will be up to you to identify any issues or problems

within the school that you would like to work on improving.

This practical, real life class will see that you are engaging

in activities and events both here and outside school.

Through such methods as fundraising, you will be able

to use money raised from your projects to make your

activities or plans come to fruition.

What will I learn?

• Practise the skills and values required for

democtratic participation.

• Develop proposals for positive and sustainable

change within Point Cook College.

• Understand how to balance finances.

• Real life application of leadership skills and what

it takes to lead a successful team.


• Politics

• Event Management

• Journalism

• Media Studies


$20 for purchase goods for fundraising,

marketing and printing.


1 x Exercise Book.


Youth Empowerment

ENGLISH

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Horror, Romance, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Action – What genre of film do you enjoy watching and what messages or themes does it convey?

What are the director’s intentions?

The screen writer’s messages?

The actors portrayals?

The morals imbedded within the text?

Let’s really hone in on analysing the film techniques

and explore your own abilities as a film maker, script writer

or actor.

What will I learn?

• Students will develop necessary skills in analysis and

understanding of key film techniques within texts.

• They will be given the opportunity to explore their

own comprehension of the film and its inner meanings.

• Students will be given the opportunity to write, direct

and/or star in their very own short film.

• They will develop practical and useful skills in

these areas.


• Literature

• Photography

• Acting

• Teaching



1 x Exercise Book.

Movies thatMove You

ENGLISH

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This elective is for students who LOVE comic books.

The term “graphic novel” is generally used to describe

any book in a comic format that resembles a novel in

length and narrative development.

As a class we will enjoy a selection of graphic novels to

read, study, analyse compare and contrast and most

importantly, enjoy.

What will I learn?

• Process of decoding and comprehending a range of

literary devices, including narrative structures, metaphor

and symbolism, point of view, and the use of puns and

alliteration, intertextuality, and inference.

• Reading graphic novels will help you develop the

critical skills necessary to read more challenging works,

including the classics.

• Increased motivation to read and build up an extensive

vocabulary and increase English proficiency.

• Compare/Contrast graphic text to film.


• Literature

• Journalism

• Animation

• Cartoonist



Novel

Gothic Worlds

ENGLISH

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This program is about exploring passions, finding ideas

that are worth sharing and amplifying student voice.

An educator who gets materials and a hands-on orientation

from the Ted Ed staff, leads the club through a series of

13 meetings, designed to get students to permanently

wear their thinking caps.

By the end of the program students will put together

a talk about their passion or burning question.

What will I learn?

• Public speaking skills.

• Writing and delivering compelling speeches.

• Exploring big ideas as part of the TED-ED movement.

• Connecting with other TED-ED clubs throughout

the world.


• Politics

• Law

• Teaching

• Public Speaking



1 x Exercise Book..


Ted Ed

ENGLISH

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The human body is a fascinating, yet complex, biological

machine. Each body system works in an interrelated way

to contribute to the health of the entire organism.

The word homeostasis originates from the Greek words

for ‘same’ and ‘steady’, and refers to the processes

living things use to maintain a relatively stable internal

environment, in spite of external changes. All cells within

the body depend upon the internal body environment to

survive and function, and some are very fussy about the

conditions they are prepared to tolerate!

This chapter will focus on the role of feedback systems

in the human body that detect and respond to change,

including the damage made by invading pathogens and

the body’s ability to defend itself against that damage.

What will I learn?

• Cell structure of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.

• Different types of pathogens and how they effect

the body.

• Infectious and Non-infectious diseases.

• Disease transmission and the body’s lines of defense.


• Nurse

• Doctor

• Scientist

• Pharmacist


$60 for chemicals.


Cambridge Textbook.


SCIENCE

Biology

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Why do I dream?

How can you tell if someone is lying?

What makes me attracted to someone?

What causes people to freeze in certain situations?

Have you ever wanted to know the answer to these

questions? If so, then Psychology is the subject for you.

Psychology is an exciting science that provides students

with the opportunity to explore human development and

behaviour and to reflect upon their own experiences.

This course will introduce students to the scientific

study of human thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

What will I learn?

• Fields of Psychology: Sports, Forensic,

Developmental etc.

• Brain & Nervous System and how it develops

over a lifespan.

• Social Psychology.

• Research methods in Psychology.


This elective is recommended to students who have an

interest in the following vocations/pathways

• Social Worker

• Counsellor

• Psychologist

• Any jobs working with people,

e.g. Police, Teacher, Manager, etc.


$30 for materials for lab experiments

eg: plasticine, coloured paper, cups, paper plates.


1 x Exercise Book, Cambridge Textbook.


Psychology

SCIENCE

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To celebrate the sea and its inhabitants! Students will be

provided with the opportunity to experience the wonders

of the local marine environment.

Point Cook Marine Sanctuary, situated at our doorstep,

will provide the students with the perfect marine environment

to promote sustainability and conservation by increasing

awareness and understanding of their marine environment.

Students will utilise our amazing location through

experiencing hands-on activities conducting sea search

sampling collaborating with Parks Victoria. Students will

learn and put into practice scientific methods used by

marine biologists.

Students will explore the intertidal reef discovering the

amazing marine organisms that live there. Students will

be offered the chance to investigate an academic marine

program, including ecosystem studies, the requirements

of life in a marine environment, fish anatomy and marine

careers infused with environmental themes and issues.

What will I learn?

• Marine Biology research methods.

• To define different marine ecosystems and the

organisms that live there.

• The basic requirements for life and the importance

of unpolluted water.

• To care for marine animals.



interest in the following vocations;

• Marine Ecologist

• Reef Restoration Project Technition

• Marine Biology Technition

• Research Assistant


$60 for chemicals and experiment resources.




Marine Biology

SCIENCE

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Forensic science is the application of science concerned

with the analysis of evidence from crime scenes to support

criminal proceedings. Students will explore how science

is used in criminal investigations.

It involves a combination of chemical, physical and

biological tests on evidence such as hair, fibers, fingerprints

and body fluids. Students are required to analyse evidence,

observe reactions and draw conclusions from experiments

performed and research undertaken.

Students will explore various forensic techniques that

forensic scientists use to recover and analyse evidence

such as fingerprinting, blood splash analysis and

chromatography.

What will I learn?

• Different branches of Forensic Science.

• Crime scene analysis.

• Psychology of the criminal mind.

• Finger prints and techniques for analysing.


• Forensic psychologist

• Detective

• Crime Scene Analyst

• Fingerprint analyst


$60 chemicals and materials for experiments.


1 x Exercise Book.


Forensic Science

SCIENCE

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Students will learn to identify sedimentary, igneous and

metamorphic rocks that contain minerals and are formed

by processes that occur within Earth over a variety of

timescales.

They will be able to explain the relationship between rocks,

minerals, compounds and elements. Students will learn

about the layers of Earth and will explore how the

movements of the Earth’s crust create rocks.

Students will examine how the rock cycle works and the

different types of rocks that are naturally formed on Earth.

They will investigate how the environment affects the

appearances and texture of these different types of rocks.

The theory of plate tectonics explains global patterns of

geological activity and continental movement. Students will

explore their understanding of energy and forces to global

systems including continental movement.

Students explore the biological, chemical, geological

and physical evidence for the theories of plate tectonics,

continental drift and sea-floor spreading.

What will I learn?

• Sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks.

• The rock cycle.

• Earth’s structure.

• Plate tectonics.


• Geologist

• Engineering

• Archaeologist

• Surveying and mapping technician.





Earth Science

SCIENCE

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It’s a Chemical Reaction’ will study the composition of matter

and review the structure of an atom. Students will discover

that the atomic structure and properties of elements are

used to organise them in the periodic table.

Students will become familiar with drawing electron

structures and writing down electronic configurations for

various elements. Students will study different types of

chemical reactions and discover the range of products

produced from these different reactions.

Students will learn how to describe chemical reactions

using words and symbols, as well as how to write chemical

equations. They will extend their knowledge by analysing

chemical reactions and justify their findings using evidence.

Students will also study the conservation of mass and the

rearrangement of atoms to form new substances. They will

apply this knowledge to balance chemical equations.

What will I learn?

• The structure of the atom including the electron

structure and electronic configuration.

• How to write word and chemical reactions.

• Different types of chemical reactions resulting in

different product formation.

• Law of conservation of mass and balancing

chemical equations.


• Analytical chemist

• Pharmacologist

• Chemical engineer

• Research scientist


$60 for chemicals used in scientific experiments.


Goggles


It’s a Chemical Reaction

SCIENCE

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Students will use the concepts of voltage and current

to explain the operation of electric circuits and use a

field model to explain interactions between magnets.

Students will predict how future applications of science

and technology may affect people’s lives.

Students develop questions and hypotheses that

can be investigated using a range of inquiry skills.

They independently design and improve appropriate

methods of investigation.

Students will investigate how force, mass and movement

are linked together within the big idea of energy.

Students will experience several concepts and build on

their understanding by participating in several practical

opportunities; examining a range of forces and their

effect on the behavior of objects.

Students will investigate the strong relationships between

force and motion, developing conclusions that the motion

of objects can be described and predicted using the laws

of physics.

What will I learn?

• Voltage and current.

• Building a circuit.

• The applications of wiring a circuit.

• Newton’s laws of motion.


• Scientist

• Pilot

• AIr force technician

• Science Teacher





Forces and Motion

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In Astronomy students will examine the different

phenomena associated with the universe and planetary

systems that we are associated with.

Students will be able to analyse the process of the

‘Big Bang’ and how it has developed the solar systems.

Students will breakdown how the ‘Big Bang’ and the

universe has been able to continue to form the galaxy

and stars.

Students will investigate the important role Astrologers

have had on the impact of our knowledge of our

continuously growing universe and the scientific/

technological breakthroughs that have supported

research in the area including the use of rockets

and imagining equipment.

What will I learn?

• Break down of astronomical terminology.

• Know how to identify different space objects and planets.

• Researching Astrologers who have contributed to

Astrological finds.

• Understanding the ‘Big Bang’ Theory.


• Scientist

• Researcher

• Science Teacher





Astronomy

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How does the human body work? Our bodies consist

of a number of biological systems that carry our specific

functions necessary for everyday living.

Students will explore the structure and function of

the human body and the role of each body system.

They will research a variety of diseases, illness and

ailments affecting the functioning of the human body.

Genetic and environmental causes, treatment and

possible preventative measures will also be studied.

What will I learn?

• Structure and function of different body systems.

• Diseases and illnesses.

• Genetic and environmental influences of factors

affecting the human body.

• Anatomy and physiology.


• Nurse

• Doctor

• Psychology

• Scientist


$60 for materials for experiments such as;

hearts, lungs, eyeballs, kidneys.




The Human Body

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The biosphere is made of all living things on earth. Within this sphere is an enormous degree of organisation and amazing biodiversity.

There is also a great interdependence between different

parts of the living world. From eating relationships to

less obvious dependencies, a fine balance between

organisms is maintained. How do ecosystems function?

It is an interesting and complex story.

Animals have fascinating ways in which they function,

behave and survive in different environments.

Zoology is the study of animals.

Students will explore how animals are classified,

how animals have evolved to adapt to their particular

environments, and have the opportunity to delve into

a case study on a particular animal.

What will I learn?

• Components of Ecosystems.

• Species and Adaptations.

• Biodiversity and species evolution.

• Impacts on Ecosystems and Conservation.


• Scientist

• Environmental field officer

• Zookeeper

• Veterinarian



1 x Exercise Book.


Systems of Life – Zoology

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Heard the saying ‘you are what you eat’ and never really

understood it? Time to explore the science behind foods

and how they fuel our bodies and carry out specific

functions.

The unit will commence with the science of the human body

(biology) - looking at the body, it’s functions and nutritional

needs in order to maintain a healthy life.

You will then explore the amazing world of food from the

science of foods to properties, nutrients and balanced

meals.

All new knowledge will then come together to deepen

our understanding of the importance of food in fueling

and nourishing our bodies and ensuring we make the

right choices to enhance and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

What will I learn?

• Biology - how the body works and what it needs

to survive.

• Nutrition - science of food.

• Health - how to fuel our bodies, creating balanced

meals, meal plans, recipes.


• Dietitian

• Nutritionist

• Sports Science

• Health Professional


$30 for food items testing/sampling/comparing

and ingredients for healthy/balanced snacks.


1 x Exercise Book.


Nourish Me

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Students will explore the state of the world during times of

conflict. They will develop an understanding of the alliances

between people and nations during times of war, as well as

the impact of war on communities far and wide.

Topics of focus include the Vietnam War, the Cuban Missile

Crisis, the Rwandan Genocide, and the War on Terror in

Afghanistan.

What will I learn?

• Vietnam War

• Cuban Missile Crisis

• Rwandan Genocide

• War on Terror – Afghanistan


• Teacher

• Historian

• Tourism

• Anthropologist



1 x Exercise Book..


Conflict & The Modern World

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Not all heroes wear capes.

During this unit, students will study the harrowing events

that occurred during the Holocaust and learn about those

who refused to stand by and do nothing; risking their lives

to save Jewish friends, or complete strangers. A history unit

set to inspire and bring to life the unsung heores of

the Holocaust.

What will I learn?

• What led to World War 2.

• The rise of Nazi Government and the impact

of Nazi occupation.

• Concentration Camps and their purpose.

• Stories of courageous individuals.


• Historian

• Teacher

• Journalist

• Anthropologist



1 x Exercise Book.


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Students will develop an understanding of the different

types and sources of law. Students learn key concepts of

criminal law and civil law and apply these to actual and/or

hypothetical scenarios to determine whether an accused

may be found guilty of a crime, or liable in a civil dispute.

Discover and identify the role of the key participants in

the Australian economy, such as consumers, producers,

workers and the government. Delve into how Australia’s

economy is performing compared to the world market.

What will I learn?

• An insight into law and court procedures.

• An understanding of the roles that barristers,

solicitors, witnesses and court officials undertake

in a courtroom.

• Explore why and how participants in the global

economy are dependent on each other.

• Explore the activities of transnational corporations

in the supply chains and the impact of global events

on the Australian economy.


• Lawyer

• Solicitor

• Barrister

• Police



1 x Exercise Book.


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In this subject, students explore malicious people

throughout history and the major atrocities associated

with them or their regimes.

Students will also be encouraged to use and improve their

analytical skills by researching major topics of interest and

significance around these monsters and maniacs such as

Adolf Hitler, Joseph Stalin, ISIS, Al-Qaeda and many more.

What will I learn?

• How people come to power and the ways they

maintain control.

• What led to the atrocities associated with these rulers.

• The perspectives and experiences of people during

their rule.

• The social and economic impact of world leaders.


• Historian

• Teacher

• Journalist

• Anthropologist



1 x Exercise Book.


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Students will gain both practical and theoretical knowledge

of running and maintaining a business. Students will outline

the key principles of business including economic, finance

and product development.

Students will primarily focus on small business design.

Students will plan and manage a small business to the

management of operations, marketing, finance and

human resources in small businesses.

Students will use real-life case studies of real life

innovators and entrepreneurs and current issues to

develop understandings, skills, abilities and attitudes

about economics and business, enabling you to better

participate in the current economic and business

environment.

What will I learn?

• Students will design and create their own online or in

store small business.

• They will need to justify why there is a need for their

business and target their business to a specific

target market.

• They will have to work out their own costings for

starting the business as well as developing a floor plan

or website depending on if there is a store of if the

business is online.

• Students will study a successful small business and

entrepreneurs. The information gained from this will

support students when they go onto build their own

Small Business.


• Business Management

• Event Management

• Small Business Owner

• Economics at VCE


Start up cost for business based on the FYA Boss program.

- Materials for their products.

- Printing for marketing.

- Hiring costs for equipment.


1 x Exercise Book.


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Students will explore the themes of Economic skills,

The Australian Economy and the Global Economy.

Examining the impact that choices have upon resources

and future decisions, students develop their skills in

understanding of cause and effect, making predictions,

and allocating economic resources.

Students explore the circular relationship of money;

examining the roles that consumers, producers,

governments, financial institutions and trading partners

have upon an economy.

Students will explore the themes of personal finance,

consumer rights and financial risk. Examining the

concept of financial risk and reward, students develop

their knowledge of financial investments, scams, and

personal banking.

Students explore consumer rights; examining their

rights and responsibilities within financial transactions,

superannuation, insurance and taxation.

What will I learn?

• Economic skills to examine decisions.

• The roles of consumers, producers, governements,

financial insitutions and trading partners.

• How to minimise financial risks.

• Personal finance skills around budgeting, taxation,

superannuation and insurance.


• Accounting/Accountant

• Economist

• Business Owner

• Banking



1 x Exercise Book.


Managing my Money


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Criminal Law

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This unit involves the study of the nature and operation of

the criminal justice system exploring key features of the

Australian legal structure and system of government with

a focus on criminal law in Victoria.

Students will review the types of crimes, in particular

homicide related offences including murder and

manslaughter through a series of case studies.

Students will use their knowledge to think critically about

their own values, rights and responsibilities and those of

organisations and groups including courts and legal

institutions.

They will explore different perspectives, articulate and justify

their opinions on local, national and global criminal matters.

They will also compare and contrast the impact of the media

on criminal enforcement and the similarities and differences

between how criminal law works and how it has been

portrayed in the media.

What will I learn?

• The role and source of criminal law.

• The elements of a crime and enforcement of criminal law.

• The impact of the media on criminal enforcement

and trials (this may include current event high profile

trials, Australian shows such as ‘Border Security’

and ‘The Force’ and international shows like NCIS

and Judge Judy).

• The role of forensic science in criminal cases.


• Legal AId

• Lawyer

• Forensic investiagtor

• Law enforcement



1 x Exercise Book.


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Students will explore the state of the world during times of

conflict. They will develop an understanding of the alliances

between people and nations during times of war, as well as

the impact of war on communities far and wide.

What will I learn?

• World War I

• World War II

• Alliences between countries.

• Impact of war on communities.


This elective will develop the skills and knowledge that

compliment those required in Year 10, 11 and 12 history

subjects.


interest in the following vocations:

• Teacher

• Historian

• Tourism

• Anthropologist



1 x Exercise Book.


The World Wars


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This unit explores the powerful and controversial social and

intellectual movements of modern times that have shaped

the way we think about ourselves and our world.

It aims to give students a critical insight into the ideas that

revolutionised art, philosophy, political science, psychology

and religion in the 20th century.

What will I learn?

• Political ideologies, including Communism & Marxism.

• Theological ideologies, including Atheism &

Existentialism.

• Social ideologies, including Feminism.

• How these ideologies influence identities and

attitudes towards diversity.


• Writer

• Historian

• Teacher

• Journalism



1 x Exercise Book.


HUMANITIES

Ism’s

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This elective is designed to help students clarify human

rights concepts and provide an opportunity to explore

the effect of human rights in their own lives.

Human Rights topics include:

• Refugee Rights

• The Rights of Women and Children

• Human Rights Around the World

Federal, state and local governments play a crucial

role in the Australian workplace. By setting and enforcing

employment standards, our governments are one of the

most important components of the Australian working

environment. The regulation of minimum wages, leave

and superannuation entitlements are just examples of

these standards.

What will I learn?

• Look at our rights as Australians through a study

of our legal system.

• Develop an understanding of what human rights are.

• Understand how human rights instruments are

applied in Australian law and society.

• Apply the concepts of human rights to their own lives.


• (Human Rights) Lawyer

• International relations

• Solicitor

• Barrister



1 x Exercise Book.


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This course enables students to develop knowledge and

understanding of Aboriginal Peoples of Australia, their

cultures and lifestyles. It is designed for all students and

is of value to both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal students.

What will I learn?

• The contributions and significance of Aboriginal Peoples

and their cultural expressions.

• The interaction between Aboriginal. and non-Aboriginal

people and communities.

• Gain an understanding of the contributions of Aboriginal

Peoples to the development of Australia and its identity.

• Students also learn about a range of factors that

influence attitudes towards Aboriginal Peoples and

their cultures.


• Community Liaison Officer

• Law

• Journalism

• Teacher



1 x Exercise Book.


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Students will study movements of the 20th century that

have shaped the beliefs and values of our society today.

They will develop an understanding of the history behind

various movements and the significant people who

influenced and changed the experiences of minority

groups during a given time period.

Topics of focus include the Suffragette movement, gay

rights movement, environmental movement, civil rights

movement, and the anti-apartheid movement.

What will I learn?

• Suffragette Movement

• Gay Rights Movement

• Civil Rights Movement

• Environmental Rights Movement


• Historian

• Philanthropist

• Teacher

• Journalist



1 x Exercise Book.


Movementsthat Changed the World


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Students will investigate the three dimensions of health

and explore human development across the lifespan,

from prenatal to the aged.

They will identify biological and environmental factors

affecting growth and development, with a specific focus

on foetal development. Students will experience the role of

families in optimising personal health and development by

participating in a baby simulation project.

Students will also organise and run activities to aid a young

child’s physical, social and intellectual development with

our junior students.

What will I learn?

• The dimensions of health.

• Stages of the lifespan and major cuases or

morbidity and mortality.

• Roles and responsibilities of parenthood.

• Childhood development.


• Health promotion

• Childcare worker

• Kindergarten teaching

• Midwifery


$30 for equipment for development project.


1 x Exercise Book.


Human Development

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Students will investigate health and wellness researching

the benefits of being physically active, nutrition and general

wellbeing. Students will partake in a range of activities to

promote fitness that compliments their research and

personalised interest.

Students will have advocacy in the design of a health

and wellness model that suits them, and will monitor

and reflect on their success throughout the semester.

This subject aims to provide students with the tools to

build a foundation and understand the importance of

participating in life long physical activity and making

balanced choices in relation to nutrition and wellbeing.

What will I learn?

• Benefits of exercise, short term and long term.

• Nutrition and a balanced diet.

• Goal setting for health and wellness.

• How to design a fitness program for health.


• Personal trainer

• PE teacher

• Dietician

• Health Promotion



Body and Soul

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Students will learn about sports coaching and umpiring.

Students will develop understanding of coaching styles,

coaching techniques and sport lesson planning. Students

will study about what makes an effectice coach, famous

coaches and devlop knowledge in sport specific activities.

Students will also look at umpiring and scoring for particular

sports and rules of popular games in detail.

Students will research famous coaches in movies (Coach

Carter & Remember the Titains) Students will also be offerd

the opportunity to complete refereeing and coaching

certificates for specific sports. (AFL Vic to come in and

accredit students- employment opportunity). Students will

create lessons plans and practise teaching sporting skills

to their peers throughoit the semster.

What will I learn?

• Coaching Styles & Techniques.

• Umpiring/Refereeing Certificates.

• Coaching Code of Conduct.

• Lesson Plan Activities.


• Part time job refereeing/umpiring.

• Pathway to VCE PE/Sport & Recreation units.

• Future coaching (Auskick, milo cricket,

Kelly Sports, kinder kids coaching.

• PE Teacher.


$35 for AFL coaching course, whistles.


1 x Exercise Book.


Sports Coaching and Umpiring

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Unlike traditional boxing that requires you to spar with a

partner, fitness boxing involves throwing punches at the

air or at a punching bag, usually in a class.

The other type of exercise class involves strength training,

stretching, and hitting a punching bag. Boxing fitness

can increase cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance,

strength and full power. This elective has an emphasis

on building confidence and self-esteem.

We will be focusing on pad work, correct punching

technique and high intensity interval activities.

What will I learn?

• High intensity training.

• Cardio endurance.

• Muscular endurance.

• Correct punching technique.


• Personal training

• Fitness coach

• Physical Education Teacher

• Life coach


$35 for gloves and inner gloves.


Boxing Fitness

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My MindMy Body

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This course is designed to provide an opportunity to

learn about health & fitness in a holistic way. Relaxation,

yoga, meditation, breathing techniques and strength

exercises will be explored and taught by a fully qualified

and practicing yoga teacher.

Students will develop self-confidence and a positive attitude

to health, fitness and well-being in this course which will

adapt to the needs of the group. Students in this elective

will be expected to participate, in appropriate attire, in all

practical classes and satisfactorily complete all theoretical

and practical assessments.

What will I learn?

• Individual and social awareness.

• Relaxation, breathing and stress management

techniques.

• Increased strength, fitness & flexibility.

• A greater understanding of mindfulness and how

to bring it into daily life.


• Yoga teacher

• Life coach

• Greater mind-body connection

• Greater social conscious


$30 for yoga mat and yoga block.


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Teen Advanced Fitness can help with increasing strength

and achieving your health and fitness goals. When you

get stronger, increase your flexibility and work to prevent

injury – you’re setting the stage for a healthy, more

active future.

The program will range from low to high intensity,

which means you can always find a program that works

for you. This program will give you the opportunity to

build confidence and develop a positive self-esteem.

What will I learn?

• Understand the benefits of regular physical activity.

• Build connections between physical activity and

mental health.

• Explore ways of increasing physical activity

opportunities thoughout the day.

• Build a healthy lifestyle.


• Personal training

• Fitness coach


• FItness Influencer


$100 for Gym Membership, Stregnth

and Conditioning Coach, Nutritionest.


1 x Exercise Book.

Teen Advanced Fitness

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Is sport your passion in life? Learn about the various

employment sectors within the sport, leisure & recreation

industry. Students will analyse sports spectator &

participation data in Australia and identify potential

trends, opportunities, career pathways and

qualifications required.

Students will research case studies to further explore and

analyse the different management styles and operational

structures within clubs and or sports organisations.

Students will compare and contrast world class sports

facilities used to host major international sporting events.

Students will plan and design their own state of the art

multi purpose fitness facility and sports competition

for teenagers.

Students will learn and apply strategies for marketing,

sponsorship and membership packaging.

What will I learn?

• Exploring sports sectors, organisations and

employment opportunities in sport & leisure industry.

• Megatrends in participation & spectator sports.

• Management styles & techniques.

• International sports facilities and events.


• Sports Event Management /Marketing/Sponsorship

• Sports Manager/Athlete Manager

• Personal Trainer/Gym Manager/Camps Coordinator

• Coach/School Sports Program



1 x Exercise Book.


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The Cricket Academy Program is aimed at teaching boys

and girls how to play cricket and develop a passion for the

game. The program is designed for boys and girls of all

skills and abilities.

This program provides opportunity for progression from

MILO cricket to Junior Elite Cricket. Boys & Girls will have

the opportunity to play in a graded competition within a

club environment.

This program is fun, fast and often skilful and is a chance

to establish new friendships, with a focus on team building

and leadership.

What will I learn?

• Rules

• Skills

• Strategies

• Leadership


• Cricketer

• Coaching

• Cricket Australia



$50 for Cricket Balls, Gloves, Pads (Bats).

Cricket Academy

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The AFL Academy Program is aimed at teaching students

how to play AFL and develop a passion for the game.

The program is designed for all students of all skills and

abilities. This program provides opportunity for progression

from NAB AFL Auskick to Junior Elite Football. Students will

have the opportunity to play in a graded competition within

a club environment.



and leadership. Students will also have the oppurtunity to

visit a AFL/VFL clubs elite facitiltites and will have the be

able to use the facilities and have session with players

and coaching staff.

What will I learn?

• Rules

• Skills

• Strategies

• Leadership


• AFL Player

• Coach

• Sport Media



$50 for Player/Coach visit,

Strentgh and Conditioning Coach.


1 x Exercise Book.


AFL Academy

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The Basketball Academy Program is aimed at teaching

students how to play basketball and develop a passion for

the game. The program is designed for all students of all

skills and abilities.


domestic basketball to rep basketball. Students will have


club environment.



and leadership. Students will also have the oppurtunity to

have and state/NBL coach and players assit with some

training sessions.

What will I learn?

• Rules

• Skills

• Strategies

• Leadership


• Cricketer

• Coaching

• Cricket Australia



$50 for Coach/Player visit,


Basketball Academy

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The Soccer Academy Program is aimed at teaching boys

and girls how to play soccer and develop a passion for

the game. The program is designed for boys and girls of

all skills and abilities.


club soccer to Junior Elite Soccer. Boys & Girls will have


club environment.


to establish new friendships, with a focus on team

building and leadership.

What will I learn?

• Rules

• Skills

• Strategies

• Leadership


• Soccer Player

• Coaching



$50 for Coach/Player Visit,


Soccer Academy

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A Brush with Art is a painting course that explores the

field of painting techniques and materials including acrylic,

watercolour and ink painting.

It explores the concepts of portraiture, landscape and

still life.

Abrushwith Artdevelops an awareness of the purpose of

an artwork and are encourages to use arts terminology

when developing work and looking at the work of others.

What will I learn?

• Explore the representation of different genres.

• Encouraged to learn about the design process of

Investigate, Design, Create and Reflect and how artists

use this as a continual cycle to create their work.

• Learn about recording your process in a Visual Diary.

• Investigate the importance of the purpose of artwork

across the genres and be able to look for clues in the

work that help tell the story.


• Professional Artist

• Gallery Careers

• Education

• Illustrator


$40 for canvases, quality papers, quality acrylic,

watercolour, gouache paint, paint markers and

wooden panels.


A3 Visual Diary


A Brush with Art

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This subject gives students who can already play an

instrument the opportunity to experience rehearsing and

performing in a band.

Students investigate the many aspects of performing in a

group with the emphasis on collaborative decision making

and with the ultimate goal of performing a song to the

school community in some capacity.

Prerequisite: Students should only select this subject

if they are already able to play an instrument.

What will I learn?

• Refine their instrumental skills in the instrument

of their choosing.

• Work in a team/band to create music.

• Develop an understanding of musical styles.

• Build condifence and performance skills.


• Musician

• Performer

• Music Teacher

• Composer


$50 for musical equipment, accessories,

tech and audio equipment.


A4 Display Folder


Rock Band

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I’m an Architect explores technical drawing through a

range of technical drafting techniques from perspective

drawing, oblique, isometric and orthographic drawing.

Students will also investigate techniques and symbols

in basic plan drawing for buildings and design their

own building.

What will I learn?

• You will learn about basic technical drawing skills

including perspective drawing, orthographic, oblique

and isometric drawing as well as basic plan drawing.

• You will design your dream building, draw up the floor

plan using appropriate symbols and measurements,

draw design from different viewpoints, and develop a

perspective drawing and oblique or isometric drawing

related to the design.


• Learn about basic technical drawing skills including

perspective drawing, orthographic, oblique and isometric

drawing as well as basic plan drawing.

• Design a building, draw up the floor plan using

appropriate symbols and measurements.

• Draw your design from different viewpoints,

and develop a perspective drawing and oblique

or isometric drawings related to the design.


$30 for construction materials to build scales

models of their designs.


A3 Visual Diary


I’m an Architect!

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This elective is for students who are passionate about

performing arts and want to put on a show. Students will

be introduced to all aspects of Musical Theatre and

creating a theatrical production.

From production roles to performing onstage as a singer,

dancer, musician or actor, students will drive this elective

by collaborating to create a theatrical performance for an

audience. With teacher guidance, students will select,

rehearse and perform a musical.

What will I learn?

• Expressive and theatrical skills.

• Vocal and music skills.

• Dance and movement skills.

• Production and Stagecraft skills.


• Performer (musician, singer, dancer, actor)

• Director

• Theatre technician and stage crew

• Performing Arts Teacher


$30 for lighting, music and audio hire,

costumes, props and make up.


A4 Display Folder


‘Putting on a Show’ School Musical

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Have you heard music that you really connected with a piece of music and wondered how the artist was able to do it?

This elective will be investigating a range of music styles

and genres to create your own music files.

First we’ll learn the Bandlab program basics. With a focus

on understanding music elements such as beats, bars,

key, tempo and scale.

Compositional skills such as creating energy, mood and

flow in music. As well as technical skills to add audio

loops, remove audio loops, adjust volume, key and tempo,

add effects, export and download the music and audio

you create in this elective.

Then we will focus on a music genre and history.

Making our own musical composition for each genre.

Finally we will be learning about music copyright laws in

order to make musical remixes. Learn more about music

production, history, law and make your own music to listen

to and share.

IMPORTANT: You do not need musical experience or

knowledge to participate in this elective, just an interest

in music.

What will I learn?

• Different music styles and genres.

• Use Bandlab - Free web based software for any device.

• Develop composition and technical skills required

to produce music.

• Compose and arrange your own music tracks.


• Video, recording and sound engineers.

• Songwriter

• DJ

• Musician or Music Teacher



Headphones


*An email address is required for a Bandlab account.

Music Mash-Up

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Students will create digital artwork using an iPad app

called Procreate.

This app has amazing potential and is a very exciting tool

for all the interested artists out there. It combines the analog

world of drawing and painting with pencil, and paper, that

students would be used to, but with the benefits of working

digitally, and being able to delete, change, create, and

share instantaneously.

It provides a platform for all budding artists, to keep up

with the ever-changing tools of technology that can be

used to enhance any imagination. You will need an Apple

iPad and Stylus tool for this elective.

What will I learn?

• Create digital artwork.

• Use a variety of different virtual brush strokes,

textures, colours, layers etc.

• Develop your traditional drawing skills.

• Take photos, change and manipulate to create

original artwork.


• Digital Artist

• Graphic Novel Illustrator

• Graphic Designer

• Animator



Stylus, Procreate Ipad App.

This elective requires the use of an iPad.

ProCreate

Sketch, Paint, Create!

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This elective is for students who love dancing and

are ready to study the art form in more depth.

Through a series of different dance projects and

workshops, you will push your boundaries to develop

your expressive and technical dance skills.

You will learn safe dance practice, choreography

basics and will try a number of different dance styles;

hip-hop, jazz and tap to name a few. Students will work

collaboratively on the ultimate goal of creating a dance

performance for an audience at the end of the semester.

What will I learn?

• Safe dance practice and injury prevention.

• Develop and refine technical and expressive dance skills.

• Choreography basics and the dance making process.

• Teamwork, problem solving and decision making skills.


• Community dance, theatre and events

(Performer and Administrator).

• Musical Theatre and Cabaret performer

• Dance Teacher

• Choreographer


$20 for costumes, props and music.


Just Dance

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Come Draw with Me is a general drawing program for

students who are interested in developing their own

drawing style.

The program will explore a range of techniques, styles and

artist. It will cover sketching, observational drawing, gestural

and emotional drawing by using different marks. It will draw

on inspiration from Da Vinci to contemporary artists and

illustrators.

This program will look at the scope of how drawing is used

from artwork to illustration and design.

What will I learn?

• Explore a range of strategies to assist you with

the development of your drawing skills.

• Explore different materials from pencil, ink, charcoal

and pastels.

• Learn about the Elements and Principles of Art and

how these are applied to your drawing activities

and artwork.

• Explore other artists that have used a variety of

drawing techniques, analysing their style and work.


• Illustration

• Graphic Design

• Artist

• Animation


$30 for drawing paper.


A3 Visual Diary, Pencils, Fine liners, Pastels,

Charcoal, Markers, Erasers.


Come Draw with Me

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Sculpture is about looking at and developing ideas for

a range of sculptural forms.

Sculpture is used in a variety of ways in society from

small decorative items to huge monolithic statements.

Students will explore important aspects of sculpture

including how and where sculptures are viewed and the

purpose or message the sculpture is conveying.

In the Sculpture course we will explore different sculptural

mediums and techniques, creating works for different

purposes.

What will I learn?

• Experiment with a range of sculptural mediums to

develop the techniques involved with modelling,

carving, construction and forming moulds.

• Learn that art is about developing your own style

and continuously making discoveries.

• To work in materials such as plaster, wood, stone,

clay and wire.

• You will learn about using the design process of

Investigate, Design, Create and Reflect and how

artists use this as a continual cycle.


• Sculptor

• Artist

• Ceramicist

• Architecture


$40 for clay, plaster, modroc, wire, poly bases, wood,

fabrics, adhesives-variety, paint, embellishments etc.


A3 Visual Diary


Sculpture 3D

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Constructing with Clay is about using different types

of clay to create different types of objects.

Students will look at the history of clay and what it

has been used for hundreds of years.

Students will have the opportunity to explore hand

building techniques, using forms and the pottery wheel.

What will I learn?

• During this program you will revisit and refine your

skills with using coils, slabs and pinch pots together

with joining and other hand building techniques to

create forms.

• You will have the opportunity to explore glazing and

other rendering techniques.

• You will look at developing a range of vessels and

sculptural forms.

• You will learn about using the design process of

Investigate, Design, Create and Reflect and how

artists use this as a continual cycle.


• Ceramisist

• Education

• Interior Design

• Sculptor


$40 for clay, variety of transfer paper, glazes and tools.


A3 Visual Diary


Constructing with Clay

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Exploring the principles and practice of digital photography,

students build their knowledge to develop, implement and

complete digital photography projects in the context of

contemporary art practice.

Students work to evolve their personal personal tastes and

artistic styles through working and responding perceptively,

as both artist and audience. Exploring the Art Principles

and Elements, students reflect on the works of different

photographers, to inform their own personal aesthetics.

Providing a platform for all budding photographers,

to keep up with the ever-changing tools of technology,

visual communication and documentation.

Working with cameras, students will learn about aperture,

shutter speed, ISO settings, light and shadow, composition

and framing, applying this knowledge when taking photos.

What will I learn?

• The legal & ethical guidelines that govern Photographers.

• How stories are shared through Photography.

• To develop a personal style as a Photographer.

• Technical skills within the artform of Digital Photography.


• Photojournalist

• Professional Photographer & Artist

• Film & TV

• Education


$65 for ‘Coffee table’ photography book collection

of work and individual printed photographs.


Photography

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The Art Studio is all about working toward discovering

who you are as an artist.

Students will be given the opportunity to develop their

own concept, issue or idea and work out how this can

be represented visually. Students will discover how

different art mediums can work and make decisions

about which mediums suit their individual work.

What will I learn?

• Strategies that artists use to organise and prepare

themselves when producing a range of work.

• Art is about developing your own style and

continuously making discoveries.

• Using the design process of Investigate, Design,

Create and Reflect and how artists use this as a

continual cycle.

• Discover the importance of the Elements and

Principles of art and explore what other artists

have done.



• Illustration

• Education

• Animation


$50 for canvases, quality paper, sculptural materials,

clay, printmaking materials (ink, paper, plates etc),

drawing materials and photographic paper.


A3 Visual Art Diary, pencils, charcoals, paint markers

pastels, copic markers and markers.


The Art Studio

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Students will create visual content to communicate

messages, by applying design techniques, use typography

and pictures to meet specific needs. Students will explore

the role of Graphic Design in advertising a product.

Students will compare a range of design and advertising

material for products. Students will be encouraged to

use a variety of media to create their own product

design and related advertising material.

What will I learn?

• The Design principles; creating design that are

visually appealing and properly structured.

• Typography skills, including creating and designing

typography and understanding font choices.

• Create products and designs for your own

packaging and advertising materials.

• Use softwar and simple typesetting programs

to create designs.



• Advertising

• Web Designers

• Visual Merchandiser



Visual Arts Diary, Graphite Greylead Pencils, Ruler.


BUY ME! Graphic Design

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In the Art of Ages course students will investigate how the

visual arts have been used and developed through history

from the first primitive paintings in France through to

modern art of our time.

Students will explore specific art eras looking at the

historical and social contexts of the work.

What will I learn?

• The important role art has played throughout history.

• A wide range of art making mediums and techniques

when responding to these eras including painting,

rawing, printmaking and clay.

• The design process of Investigate, Design,

Create and Reflect and how artists use this as a

continual cycle.

• Recording your information in a Visual Diary.


• Artist

• Historian

• Illustration

• Visual Merchandising


$35 for canvases, quality paper, sculptural materials,

clay, printmaking materials (ink, paper, plates etc),

drawing materials, photographic paper- range


A3 Visual Diary, pencils, charcoals, paint markers,

pastels.


Art of The Ages

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Advanced Drawing suits students who are confident in

their drawing ability. This program looks at developing

high level drawing skills with a focus on realism.

Students focus on areas such and landscapes,

animals and the human body.

What will I learn?

• Strategies to assist with the development of your

drawing skills in the pursuit of realism.

• Elements and Principles of Art and how these are

applied to your drawing tasks.

• Explore other artists that have used a variety of

drawing techniques, analysing their style and work.



• Illustration

• Animation

• Education


$20 for artist quality drawing paper.


A3 Visual Diary, artist quality pencils, graphitec,

coloured, chalk, charcoal, pastels quality markers,

fineliners (colour and b&w) and erasers.


Advanced Drawing

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Put Your Stamp On It is about learning different types of

printmaking techniques.

Students will explore techniques such as etching,

screen printing, stencils, collograph building, lino printing

and mono-printing. Students will explore processes,

traditions and other artists that have used printmaking

to tell their story.

What will I learn?

• Different printing processes and how they can be

used to produce images.

• Explore traditional approaches to making individual

prints and prints in a series.

• Use the design process of Investigate, Design,

Create and Reflect and how artists use this as

a continual cycle.

• Discover information about other printmakers and

techniques and use this knowledge to develop your

own work.


• Professional Printmaker

• Commercial Printing

• Gallery careers

• Illustration


$40 for quality printmaking paper, various types to suit

different printmaking mediums, ink- block, screen,

etching in a range of colours, frames, materials for

collograph prints, cardboard plates,wood, glue etc.


A3 Visual Diary


Printmaking Put Your Stamp On it

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73

This elective introduces engineering fundamentals as the

basis of understanding the principles and building blocks

that operate in simple mechanical and electronic devices.

It is designed to introduce students to existing and

emerging technological principles and advances.

By doing this, students will be able to consider a

career in this area of studies.

On completion of this elective the student should be

able to describe and use basic engineering concepts,

principles and components to assemble a basic

mechanical or an electro-mechanical system.

What will I learn?

• Number systems used in engineering.

• Basic mechanical principles.

• Basic electronic principles.

• Soldering techniques.


• Mechanisms and Mechatronics

• Robotics

• Electrotechnology

• Energy Management


$80 for robotic parts such as raspberry pi’s

and soldering materials.


1 x Exercise Book.


Robotics

TECHNOLOGIES

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Billy Cart Challenge will allow students to form teams

to plan, design and create thier very own Billy Cart.

Students will have to research varied designs, order

materials and work as a team to create the fastest Billy

Cart in Point Cook.

Once students have built their cart, they can race gainst

the clock and compare times with thier competition, to

see which team is crowned the PCC Billy Cart Champion.

What will I learn?

• Plan/Design/Build Process.

• Use of computer progamming to create 3D models.

• Safe use of a variety of hand and electric tools,

including machines.

• Create accurate build plans, complete with

accurate measurements.


• Builder


• Design Technology Teacher

• Engineer


$100 for timber, materials (bolts, screws, glue,

nails, wheels, axels, rope).


Sketch Book


Billy Cart Challenge

TECHNOLOGIES

75

Melbourne is the coffee and café capital of the world.

Lattes and Smashed Avocado are a staple for many

Melburnians every weekend for brunch and every day

as fuel. Baristas are the new rock stars. Café Culture

will aim to help introduce you to the inner workings of

the hospitality industry.

Students will be required to run, maintain and operate

the school coffee cart for daily operations as well as

utilise the dining room as a functioning café.

This learning will be undertaken through hands on

learning tasks that directly relate to the real world.

What will I learn?

• Coffee making skills

• Recipe design

• Ordering and purchasing

• Safe food handling


• Barista


• Chef

• Waiter


$100 for coffee, milk and ingedients for recipes.


1 x Exercise Book.


Cafe Culture Pop up Cafe

TECHNOLOGIES

76

Turn your cake into a piece of art!

Students will learn a range of skills to creatively decorate

cakes and cupcakes.

Students will explore working with different cake mediums

for a variety of celebrations.

They will learn to work with fondant, buttercream and

chocolate to name a few.

They will explore the importance of design and layer

their skills to crate masterpieces.

What will I learn?

• Cake Design

• Working with fondant, buttercream and chocolate

• Modelling

• Piping


• Pastry Chef

• Baker

• Cake Decorator



$100 for fondant, modelling chocolate

and cake ingredients.


1 x Exercise Book.


Cake Decorating

TECHNOLOGIES

77

Students will learn the fundamentals of computer

programming, with a specific focus on game design.

Students will design and program multiple games from

a variety of video game genres.

The course will mostly be practical, with students

learning from creating.

What will I learn?

• Fundamentals of coding, including structure, purpose

and the differences between programming languages.

• Basics of game design.

• Specific programming language focus will be c#.

• Students will learn about the Unity platform for

game creation.


• Computer programing

• Software Engineer

• Designing games and selling them (when 18 or older :

most online stores, such as Google and Apple have

a 18 plus age restriction for game creators to

upload games).



Computer Programming

TECHNOLOGIES

78

Furniture design will allow students to be able to Plan,

Design and Create their very own piece of Furniture.

Students will learn a variety of furniture making techniques,

joins and processes. During the Planning phase, students

will investigate and develop a piece of furniture that they

can create.

Once they have an idea, they will then use a 3D modelling

program to create a accurate model of their design.

Once completed, students will investigate different

materials for their project, order it, and then begin

contruction.

What will I learn?

• Plan/Design/Build Process.

• Use of computer progamming to create 3D models.

• Safe use of a variety of hand and electric tools,

including machines.

• Create accurate build plans, complete with

accurate measurements.


• Furniture Design


• Design Technology Teacher

• Interior Design


$100 - $120 for timber, materials (screws, nails, glue).


Sketch Book


Furniture

TECHNOLOGIES

79

As the automotive world continues to evolve with new

technologies due to environmental requirements, health

standards and safety one thing is for certain, cars are here

to stay.

Human Powered Vehicle (HPV) will immerse you in this

dynamic industry and challenge you with real problem-

solving tasks.

Work closely with your crew to design and engineer a HPV

that will be presented and raced at the biggest show on

wheels, the Energy Breakthrough Challenge.

Keep your fitness a priority though, dynamic tests that can

last just a few minutes or require your team to race for as

long as 24 hours.

What will I learn?

• Mechanical Engineering: force, torque, friction,

tension, torsion, compression, corrosion.

• Construction (using various methods and materials).

• Testing (problem solving).

• Race day preparation, promotion, and organisation.


• Engineering

• Design (automotive, industrial, architectural)

• Mechanics

• Aerospace Engineering


$100 for building material and competition entrance fee.


Blank exercise book for drawing.


Human Powered Vehicle

TECHNOLOGIES

80

Access to food is a basic human right, vital for good

health and ultimately for life itself.

IRON CHEF aims to offer students with an amazing

opportunity to learn the fundamentals of essential

cookery for life.

Students will engage with a range of raw and cook

ingredients to experiment, experience and ultimately

create broad range of products.

Students will learn essential cooking skills and broaden

their knowledge to establish healthy and nutritious

eating habits.

What will I learn?

• To safely and accurately use kitchen tools,

cooking utensils including knives and electronic

instruments.

• To safely and hygienically work with raw and cook

ingredients.

• To be able to discuss and describe different

cooking methods, food textures and flavours.

• To be able to invent and create your very own

unique ‘Signature Dish’.


• Hospitality

• Personal trainer

• Nutritionist

• Journalism


$100 for ingredients to cook weekly.


1 x Exercise Book.


The Iron Chef

TECHNOLOGIES

81

Only around 5,000 women in Australia are employed in a trade, are you keen to increase these statistics?

Trades such as plumbing, carpentry, building or

electrical offer flexible working hours, travel opportunities,

a continuous stream of job opportunities, an immense

sense of pride at the completion of projects, and a

fantastic salary!

Women in Trade is a pathway that will open your

eyes to the world of trade and all that’s involved.

What will I learn?

• Workshop OHS and etiquette.

• Workspace management and work stand set-up.

• Safe and effective tool selection and use.

• Resource and material selection.


• Plumbing

• Carpentry

• Building

• Electictial


$100 for wood, perspects and fastners.


Sketch Book.

Women in Trade

TECHNOLOGIES

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Applied Math is designed for students to experience hands

on and practical mathematics. Students will review math

concepts: such as measurement, time and financial

mathematics.

Students will also learn mathematical concept as they plan,

design and build various items. Applied Math could be a

good choice for you if you wish to continue to master the

fundamentals of math or would like to pursue a trade.

What will I learn?

• Year 9 Maths Curriculum.

• Problem solving skills.


• Plumber

• Builder

• Hairdresser

• Child Care Worker



2 x Exercise Book.


Applied Math

MATHS

83

In General Math students will be exposed to mathematical

concepts for their expected year level. Students will review

key mathematical concepts, such as fractions, percentages,

statistics and measurement, while also being introduced

to new mathematical learning.

General would be a great choice for those students

who find their regular math classroom is meeting their

learning needs.

What will I learn?




• Teacher

• Business Owner

• Book Keeper

• Architect



2 x Exercise Books, Cambridge Maths.


General Math

MATHS

84

Extension (High Achiever Program) math is an elective

designed for students already operating above their

expected year level. Students will complete extension

mathematics tasks and engage in challenging problem

solving activities.

The majority of mathematical learning will be from higher

year levels and will include practical and real-world

applications of advanced mathematics. Extension math

is a great choice for those students looking for a challenge.

Prerequisite - Students must already be working at

Year 9 level.

What will I learn?




• Engineering

• Finance

• Technology

• Business



2 x Exercise Books, Cambridge Maths.


ExtensionMath

MATHS

85

This course is designed to provide an opportunity to further

your understanding about Indonesian language and culture.

It is our neighbour country with over 17,000 islands.

The units covered in this course are customised for each

student at their current skill level; ranging from beginner

to VCE level.

Students will develop skills in all domains of language

including reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

Students will learn more about some famous places

such as Bali, Lombok, Yogyakarta, Jakarta etc.

What will I learn?

• Greeting and daily conversation.

• Various general topics such as family, school, food,

hobbies etc and more specific topics such as

environment, health, relationships, technology etc.

• Holiday planning skills.

• Cultural understanding about different places,

customs, and cultures in Indonesia.


• Language Teacher/Tutor

• International Relation

• Translator

• Education/Work abroad


$40 for gamelan workshop, Indonesian food and

cooking ingredients.


Education Perfect, Notebook.


Indonesian

LANGUAGES

86

Living Japanese will provide you with the opportunity to

communicate with students in Japan and learn the

language through communicative lessons.

Just think, how good would it be to step off the plane in

Osaka or Tokyo and immediately be comfortable with the

language?

In addition to this, the course also dives into the Japanese

pop culture that drives a new generation of global citizens.

This includes exploring Pokémon, Anime, Cosplay and

other exciting features of The Land of The Rising Sun.

What will I learn?

• Japanese Culture.

• Day to day Japanese Language (Introductions,

numbers, three alphabets).

• Japanese manga drawing.

• Japanese Popular Culture (Anime, food, TV, fasion).


• Career in Tourism

• Education Abroad

• International Relations

• Translating


$60 for materials to create a Shoji lamp, origami paper,

caligraphy pens and Japanese food.


Education Perfect, Duolingo (iPad App PAID).


Living Japanese

LANGUAGES

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Are you looking for a new path to explore? Perhaps the

Tetsugaku no michi? (Philospher’s Path in Kyoto).

Are you looking to open your eyes to view life in a new

landscape? Perhaps the famous landscape of Mt. Fuji

in Shizuoka?

Are you looking to experience a new taste of adventure?

Perhaps the taste of fresh Sushi on the Ginza or Yakitori

in Namba?

This course will take you to the Land of the Rising Sun

on a study trip to learn and experience Japan in all its glory.

What will I learn?

• Skills planning overseas holidays.

• Japanese culture (food, anime, manga, traditional

festivals, Japanese Geography).

• Japanese language (reading and speaking to

assist in getting around Japan and ordering food).

• Tourism skills (booking hotels, budgeting,

scheduling etc).


• Tourism

• Education abroad

• Employment in Japan (Language Education).

• Translating


$60 for a Shoji lamp, origami paper, caligraphy

pens, Japanese food.


1 x Exercise Book.


Japanese Tourism

LANGUAGES

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