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Examination Notification TRIAL HSC AUGUST 2019

HSC Trial Examination

Timetable 2019

Date Exam Time Length

(+ reading time) Course Venue

COMPULSORY

FOCUS CLASS*

WEEK 2

Monday,

5 August

9:00am –

10:40am

90 minutes

(10 mins)

English Advanced

English Standard

D113

D114

Period 3

Tuesday,

6 August No Exam – Focus Classes Required Period 2

Wednesday,

7 August

11:00am –

1:05pm

2 hours

(5 mins)

English Advanced

English Standard

D113

D114

Period 1 and

Chapel

Thursday,

8 August

9:00am –

12:05pm

3 hours

(5 mins)

Biology

Business Studies

Ancient History (DE)

D114

Period 3

9:00am –

10:35am

90 minutes

(5 mins) Drama (Written) D113

Friday,

9 August

9:00am –

12:05pm

3 hours

(5 mins)

Legal Studies

PDHPE D114

Period 3 10:05am –

11:10am

1 hour

(5 mins) Music (Aural) D102

9:00am –

10:35am

90 minutes

(5 mins)

Visual Arts and

Drama Catchup D113

WEEK 3

Monday,

12 August

9:00am –

12:05pm

3 hours

(5 mins) Mathematics D114

Period 4 9:00am –

11:40am

2 ½ hours

(10 mins)

Mathematics

Standard 2 D113

9:00am –

12:05pm

3 hours

(5 mins)

Community &

Family Studies D114

Tuesday,

13 August Classes resume for all students except Mathematics Extension 1

Wednesday,

14 August

11:00am –

1:05pm

2 hours

(5 mins)

Mathematics

Extension 1 D114 Period 1

Thursday,

15 August

9:00am –

3:00pm

Individual

program

Music 1

Practical exams

Times and location to be set

by Course Coordinator

Friday,

16 August

9:00am –

3:00pm

Individual

program

Drama

Practical exams

Times and location to be set

by Course Coordinator

Students:

• Must sign in/out from the LRC before and after EVERY examination.

• Must be ready at the examination room at least 15 min prior to the start time.

• Check rooming for each examination.

• Are required to comply with the College uniform guidelines during the examination period.

• Are not permitted to leave an examination early.

• Are responsible for bringing the required equipment into the examination room. The sharing of items

will not be permitted.

• Deemed to not have made a serious attempt at any paper will receive an N-Determination Warning.

Please note:

• All students are expected to attend Chapel on Wednesday, 7 August.

• All students are expected to be in class from Tuesday, 13 August with the exception of Maths Extension

1 students who will rejoin classes after their examination on Wednesday, 14 August.

• Year 12 students may sign out of the college AFTER the completion of their Focus course on any given

day.

• Students who are not studying a Focus course may sign out immediately after an examination.

• Practical Music and Drama exams will be negotiated with the course coordinator to arrange specific

times and locations for performances, according to individual/group requirements.

• Focus Trial exams are staggered according to the course requirements determined by the course

coordinator.

Study on Campus

• Students may choose to study on campus in the LRC before/after examinations or may sign in at the

LRC for whole-day study in the LRC if they choose.

*NOTE: ALL students must attend Focus subjects throughout the examination period to

ensure course delivery is not delayed. If students are completing an examination during

the Focus class time, they will not be required to attend. The examination always takes

priority.

WEEK 4

Monday,

19 August

9:00am –

12:05pm

3 hours

(5 mins)

Software Design &

Development D114

Classes

resume

at the end

of the

exam

9:00am –

10:35am

1 ½ hours

(5 mins)

Design &

Technology D112

WEEK 6

Monday,

2 September

9:00am –

12:05pm

3 hours

(5 mins) Physics D114

Classes resume

at the end of the

exam

9:00am –

12:05pm

3 hours

(5 mins)

Modern History

SOR II D113

Biology

Trial HSC Examination

Assessment Task Number: 4

Weighting: 30%

Exam Length: 3 hours (plus 5 minutes reading time)

Course Specific Criteria

15% Knowledge & Understanding

5% Skills in planning and conducting first-hand investigations, communicating information and

understanding based on these investigations

10% Skills in scientific thinking, problem-solving, communicating and conclusions

Outcomes

BIO11/12-1 develops and evaluates questions and hypotheses for scientific investigation

BIO11/12-2 designs and evaluates investigations in order to obtain primary and secondary data and

information

BIO11/12-3 conducts investigations to collect valid and reliable primary and secondary data and

information

BIO11/12-4 selects and processes appropriate qualitative and quantitative data and information using a

range of appropriate media

BIO11/12-5 analyses and evaluates primary and secondary data and information

BIO11/12-6 solves scientific problems using primary and secondary data, critical thinking skills and

scientific processes

BIO11/12-7 communicates scientific understanding using suitable language and terminology for a specific

audience or purpose

BIO12-12

explains the structures of DNA and analyses the mechanisms of inheritance and how

processes of reproduction ensure continuity of species

BIO12-13 explains natural genetic change and the use of genetic technologies to induce genetic change

BIO12-14 analyses infectious disease in terms of cause, transmission, management and the organism’s

response, including the human immune system

BIO12-15

explains non-infectious disease and disorders and a range of technologies and methods used

to assist, control, prevent and treat non-infectious disease

BPL Dispositions

Examination Components

Total marks – 100 PART A – Multiple Choice

20 Questions

20 Marks

PART B – Short Answer

15 Questions

80 Mark

Biology

Examination Study Guide

Key Biology Study Strategies:

• Ensure you are familiar with writing scientific reports- hypothesis, method, results, conclusions etc

• Graphing of data- bar and line graphs

• Interpreting data and drawing conclusions

Recommended revision strategies:

• Past examinations

• Practice Questions and self-assess then compare to model answers

• Linking revision notes with the HSC syllabus

• Palm cards and self-testing

• Practice multiple choice online- board of studies

In order to prepare for this examination students should focus their study on the following topics:

Heredity

• Reproduction

• Cell replication

• DNA and polypeptide synthesis

• Genetic variation

• Inheritance patterns in a population

Genetic Change

• Mutation

• Biotechnology

• Genetic technologies

Infectious Disease

• Causes of infectious disease

• Responses to pathogens

• Immunity

• Prevention, treatment and control of infectious disease

It is suggested that students use/access the following resources:

• BOS –online multiple-choice (Website: http://www4.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-

schoolcertificate/biology/)

• BOS – HSC examinations and model answers

• Textbook – Pearson Biology

• Revision notes in workbook

• Slides and videos on Canvas

• Practice Questions – given in class

http://www4.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-schoolcertificate/biology/

http://www4.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-schoolcertificate/biology/

Business Studies



Weighting: 25%



Human Resource Management, Operations, Financial Management

Outcomes

1 critically analyses the role of business in Australia and globally

2 evaluates management strategies in response to changes in internal and external

3 discusses the social and ethical responsibilities of management

4 analyses business functions and processes in large and global businesses

5 explains management strategies and their impact on businesses

6 evaluates the effectiveness of management in the performance of businesses

9 communicates business information, issues and concepts in appropriate formats

10 applies mathematical concepts appropriately in business situations

BPL Dispositions


Part A 20 Multiple Choice questions 20 marks 36 minutes

Part B 4 Short answer questions 40 marks 72 minutes

Part C 1 Business Report Scenario 20 marks 36 minutes

Part D 1 Extended Response question, from 2 choices 20 marks 36 minutes

Business Studies


Key Business Studies Study Strategies:

• Revise syllabus content

• Revise Qantas Case Study

• Practise previous HSC questions


• Human Resource Management – Refer Syllabus

• Operations – Refer Syllabus

• Financial Management – Refer Syllabus

• Qantas Case Study book


• Textbook Business Studies in Action HSC

• Qantas Case Study book

• Previous HSC exam questions related to these three topics.

• (Optional) ATAR Resources HSC Business Studies

Community and Family Studies



Weighting: 25%



15% Knowledge and understanding of factors that affect health and the way the body moves

5% Skills in influencing personal and community health, taking action to improve participation and

performance in physical activity

5% Skills in critical thinking, research and analysis

Outcomes

H1.1 analyses the effect of resource management on the wellbeing of individuals, groups, families and

communities

H2.1 analyses different approaches to parenting and caring relationships

H2.2 evaluates strategies to contribute to positive relationships and the wellbeing of individuals, groups,

families and communities

H2.3 critically examines how individual rights and responsibilities in various environments contribute to

wellbeing

H3.1 analyses the sociocultural factors that lead to special needs of individuals in groups

H3.2 evaluates networks available to individuals, groups and families within communities

H3.3 critically analyses the role of policy and community structures in supporting diversity

H3.4 critically evaluates the impact of social, legal and technological change on individuals, groups, families

and communities

H4.1 justifies and applies appropriate research methodologies

H4.2 communicates ideas, debates issues and justifies opinions

H5.1 proposes management strategies to enable individuals and groups to satisfy their specific needs and

to ensure equitable access to resources

H5.2 develops strategies for managing multiple roles and demands of family, work and other environments

H6.1 analyses how the empowerment of women and men influences the way they function within society

H6.2 formulates strategic plans that preserve rights, promote responsibilities and establish roles leading to

the creation of positive social environments

7.1 appreciates differences among individuals, groups and families within communities and values their

contributions to society

Component Description

A Knowledge and understanding of how the following impact on wellbeing:

resource management

positive relationships

range of societal factors

nature of groups, families and communities

B Skills in:

applying management processes to meet the needs of individuals, groups, families and communities

planning to take responsible action to promote wellbeing.

C Knowledge and understanding about research, methodology and skills in researching critical thinking,

analysing and communicating

BPL Dispositions


TOTAL MARKS – 100

SECTION 1

PART A – Multiple Choice

20 Questions (20 Marks)



SECTION 2

1 Option Questions (25 Marks)

Community and Family Studies


Key CAFS Study Strategies:

• Make sure you are familiar with writing extending responses

• Understand key terminology

• Practice interpreting graphs and tables

• Link concepts to practical examples- provide examples wherever possible

• Justify your choices- explain why you believe the statement to be true

• SEE- statement, explain, evidence for each question/response








• Research Methodology Research methodology and skills culminating in the production of an Independent

Research Project

• Groups in Context The characteristics and needs of specific community groups

• Parenting and Caring Issues facing individuals and groups who adopt roles of parenting and caring in

contemporary society

• Social Impact of Technology

• The impact of evolving technologies on individuals and lifestyle.


• BOS – HSC examinations and model answers

• Textbook – Nelson Community and Family Studies

• Revision notes and slides on Canvas

• Relevant health websites for current information on Australia’s health


Design and Technology

Focused Trial HSC Examination


Weighting: 30%

Exam Length: 90 minutes (plus 5 minutes reading time)


• Knowledge and understanding about design theory and emerging technologies in a variety of settings

• Creativity, research, communication and management skills in the application of design processes to

design, produce and evaluate quality design projects

Outcomes

H1.1 critically analyses the factors affecting design and the development and success of design projects

H1.2 relates the practices and processes of designers and producers to the major design project

H2.1 explains the influence of trends in society on design and production

H2.2 evaluates the impact of design and innovation on society and the environment

H3.1 analyses the factors that influence innovation and the success of innovation

H3.2 uses creative and innovative approaches in designing and producing

H4.1 identifies a need or opportunity and researches and explores ideas for design development and

production of the major design project

H4.2 selects and uses resources responsibly and safely to realise a quality major design project

H4.3 evaluates the processes undertaken and the impacts of the major design project

H5.1 manages the development of a quality major design project

H5.2 selects and uses appropriate research methods and communication techniques

H6.1 justifies technological activities undertaken in the major design project through the study of

industrial and commercial practices

H6.2 critically assesses the emergence and impact of new technologies, and the factors affecting their

development

BPL Dispositions


Total marks: 40

Section I – 10 marks (pages 2–4)

• Attempt Questions 1–10

• Allow about 15 minutes for this section

Section II – 15 marks (pages 5–8)

• Attempt Questions 11–13


Section III – 15 marks (page 9)

• Attempt Question 14


Design and Technology


Key D&T Study Strategies:





• Practice multiple choice online- Board Of Studies - and https://mcq.nesa.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-

school-certificate/design-and-technology/


• factors affecting designing and producing, including:

- appropriateness of the design solution

- needs

- function

- aesthetics

- finance

- ergonomics

- occupational, health and safety

- quality

- short and long term environmental consequences

- obsolescence

- life cycle analysis

• examples of success and failure in design

- the work of designers

- design practice

- processes used by designers

• trends in designing and producing, including those which are influenced by social, global, political,

economic and environmental issues

• historical and cultural influences on designing and producing, including:

- changing social trends

- cultural diversity

- the changing nature of work

- technological change

- ethical and environmental issues

- ethical and environmental considerations for designers and society

- sustainable technologies

- protection of intellectual property

- rights and responsibilities of the designer

- impact on Australian society

• factors that impact on success of innovation including;

- timing, available and emerging technologies, historical and cultural, political, economic and legal

factors, marketing strategies

- the role of a variety of agencies that may impact upon the success of innovation

- entrepreneurial activity

- nature of entrepreneurial activity

- role in design and technological activity

- agencies which affect entrepreneurial activity,

- management and entrepreneurial activity

- legal and ethical issues

- creativity and innovative design practice

- processes undertaken to develop innovations

- success of innovation

https://mcq.nesa.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-school-certificate/design-and-technology/

https://mcq.nesa.nsw.edu.au/course/higher-school-certificate/design-and-technology/

- adaptation and development of ideas

- responding to motivational stimuli

- creative thinking


• BOS –HSC examinations and model answers

• Text book


• Relevant powerhouse innovation websites and IP Australia


Key Study Strategies:

• Make sure you are familiar with writing extending responses


• Link concepts to practical examples







Drama

Trial HSC Examination (Written & Practical)


Weighting: 30%

Group Performance – 20%

Individual Project – 10%

Written Paper – Non-Weighted

Written Exam Length: 90 minutes (plus 5 minutes reading time)


Australian Theatre

Studies in Drama & Theatre

Outcomes

• critically applies understanding of the cultural, historical and political contexts that have influenced

specific drama and theatre practitioners, styles and movements

• analyses, synthesises and organises knowledge, information and opinion in coherent, informed oral and

written responses

• demonstrates understanding of the actor-audience relationship in various dramatic and theatrical styles

and movements

BPL Dispositions


There are two sections to the paper.

Each section includes one extended response. Allow 45mins per question.

• Section 1 – Australian Drama – Topic 1 – Dramatic Traditions in Australia

• Section 2 – Studies in Drama & Theatre – Topic 3 – The Voice of Women in Theatre

The TRIAL HSC mirrors the HSC examination in format and questions. All components required for the HSC

will be examined in the TRIAL examination.

The Paper set for examination will be an Independent Trial paper that is set by an external panel, not NWCC

teaching staff.

Drama

Examination Study Guide – Written Paper

Key Drama Study Strategies:

• Re-read / view all plays set for study.

• Re-read play reviews to understand how the plays were received in t

• Revise feedback from past assessment tasks to understand where you need to improve.

• Write key quotes and concepts on visual prompts (posters / flash cards) to read often.

• Record significant quotes / speeches read aloud and play these back, even when you are “not” studying.

• Review all Elective Rubrics to focus your study on the key components of the module.

• Using the Rubric, create sample questions of your own and write a response plan (thesis statement, key

quotes, concept maps)

• Review past exemplary scripts to understand the standard examiners are looking for in the top band.

• Select key phrases / expressions from exemplary scripts to emulate in a similar form. Learn these

phrases verbatim.

• Complete timed practice papers and submit these for feedback / use marking criteria to self-assess.


• Topic 1: Dramatic Traditions in Australia

- Buzo, Alex 2014, Norm and Ahmed, Currency Press, Sydney. .

- Hewett, Dorothy 1997, ‘The Chapel Perilous’, in Australian Women’s Drama, P Tait & E Schafer

(editors), Currency Press, Sydney.

• Topic 3: The Voice of Women in Theatre

- Butler, Mary Anne 2014 Highway of Lost Hearts, Currency Press, Sydney

- Churchill, Caryl 1982, Top Girls, Samuel French, London.


• Google classroom

• Class notes

• Past assessment tasks

• Past HSC papers - https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/portal/nesa/resource-finder/hsc-exam-

papers

GROUP PERFORMANCE

To be performed as prepared for HSC examination – between 8-12 minutes

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT

To be submitted/performed as per HSC examination requirements – see NESA documentation for

confirmation, as provided in class https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/wcm/connect/114a5704-8808-

44b2-8aa9-005e3008b129/drama_mark_guide.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CVID=

https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/wcm/connect/114a5704-8808-44b2-8aa9-005e3008b129/drama_mark_guide.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CVID=

https://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/wps/wcm/connect/114a5704-8808-44b2-8aa9-005e3008b129/drama_mark_guide.pdf?MOD=AJPERES&CVID=

Advanced English



Weighting: 25%

Exam Length: Paper 1 – 90 minutes (plus 10 minutes reading time)

Paper 2 – 2 hours (plus 5 minutes reading time)


10% Knowledge and understanding of course content

15% Skills in responding to texts and communication of ideas appropriate to audience, purpose and

context across all modes

Outcomes

EA12- 3 critically analyses and uses language forms, features and structures of texts justifying

appropriateness for specific purposes, audience and contexts and evaluates their effects on

meaning

EA12-5 thinks imaginatively, creatively, interpretively, critically and discerningly to respond to, evaluate

and compose texts that synthesise complex information, ideas and arguments

EA12- 6 investigates and evaluates the relationships between texts

EA12-8 explains and evaluates nuanced cultural assumptions and values in texts and their effects on

meaning

EA12- 9 reflects on, evaluates and monitors own learning and refines individual and collaborative

processes as an independent learner

BPL Dispositions


There are TWO exams for English on separate days.

PAPER 1

This paper consists of TWO sections of 45 minutes duration. Each section is worth 20 marks

● Section 1 – Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences (unseen texts) - Short answer responses

● Section 2 - Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences (“Nineteen Eighty-Four”) - Extended response

PAPER 2

This paper consists of THREE sections of 40 minutes duration. Each section is worth 20 marks

● Section 1 – Module A: Textual Conversations ( poetry of Plath and Hughes) – Extended response

● Section 2 – Module B:Critical Study of Literature ( Henry IV Part 1) – Extended response

● Section 3 – Module C: The Craft of Writing ( “The Awakening”, “ Love and Honour and Pity and Pride and

Compassion and Sacrifice”, “ Politics and the English Language”, “ Eulogy for Gough Whitlam” and Module A &

B texts)


will be examined in the TRIAL examination. The Paper set for examination will be an Independent Trial paper

that is set by an external panel, not NWCC teaching staff.

Advanced English


Key English Study Strategies:

● Re-read / view all texts set for study.

● Review, distil and summarise all class notes and Canvas resources.

● Revise feedback from past assessment tasks to understand where you need to improve.

● Write key quotes and concepts on visual prompts (posters / flashcards) to read often.

● Compile a glossary of literary techniques - include figurative language and visual techniques

● Review all Module Rubrics to focus your study on the key components of the module.

● Practise timed written responses


● Common Module – Texts and Human Experience – “Nineteen Eighty-Four”: identify key examples of individual

and collective human experience and highlight the techniques used to portray the significance of each

experience to the audience.

● Module A – Textual Conversations – Poetry of Plath and Hughes: prepare detailed analysis of at least 3

poems for each poet, establishing clear links between the poems and analysing the ways the comparison

of these texts reveals resonances and dissonances between and within the texts

● Module B – Critical Study of Text – Henry IV Part 1 : ensure you have: a clear understanding of the form and

construction of the play; detailed analysis of at least 3 key speeches; character analyses for at least 3 key

characters; an informed understanding of the context and highlighted concerns of the play

● Module C – The Craft of Writing – “The Awakening”, “ Love and Honour and Pity and Pride and Compassion and

Sacrifice”, “ Politics and the English Language”, “ Eulogy for Gough Whitlam” and Module A & B texts – identify

the characteristics and literary nuances of each composer and consider how they specifically utilise

language to achieve their purpose. Consider how your study of these texts has influenced the

development of your own craft of writing.


● Class notes

● Assessment Task feedback

● Study resources provided on Canvas

● Edrolo.com.au

Standard English



Weighting: 30%

Exam Length: Paper 1 – 90 minutes (plus 10 minutes reading time)

Paper 2 – 2 hours (plus 5 minutes reading time)



15% Skills in responding to texts and communication of ideas appropriate to audience, purpose and

context across all modes

Outcomes

EN12-1 independently responds to and composes complex texts for understanding, interpretation,

critical analysis, imaginative expression and pleasure

EN12-3 analyses and uses language forms, features and structures of texts and justifies their

appropriateness for purpose, audience and context and explains effects on meaning

EN12-4 adapts and applies knowledge, skills and understanding of language concepts and literary

devices into new and different contexts

EN12-5 thinks imaginatively, creatively, interpretively, analytically and discerningly to respond to and

compose texts that include considered and detailed information, ideas and arguments

EN12-6 investigates and explains the relationships between texts

EN12-7 explains and evaluates the diverse ways texts can represent personal and public worlds

BPL Dispositions


There are TWO exams for English on separate days.

PAPER 1

This paper consists of TWO sections of 45 minutes duration. Each section is worth 20 marks

● Section 1 – Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences (unseen texts) – Short answer responses

● Section 2 – Common Module: Texts and Human Experiences (“The Crucible”) – Extended response

PAPER 2

This paper consists of THREE sections of 40 minutes duration. Each section is worth 20 marks

● Section 1 – Module A: Language, Culture and Identity (Short Stories of Henry Lawson) - Extended

response

● Section 2 – Module B: Close Study of Text (“The Truman Show”) – Extended response

● Section 3 – Module C: The Craft of Writing (“The Pedestrian”, “May your Pen Grace the Page” and Module A &

B texts)




Standard English


Key English Study Strategies:

● Re-read / view all texts set for study.

● Review, distil and summarise all class notes and Canvas resources.

● Revise feedback from past assessment tasks to understand where you need to improve.

● Write key quotes and concepts on visual prompts (posters / flashcards) to read often.

● Compile a glossary of literary techniques - include figurative language, visual and film techniques

● Review all Module Rubrics to focus your study on the key components of the module.


● Common Module – Texts and Human Experience – “The Crucible”: identify key examples of individual and

collective human experience and highlight the techniques used to portray the significance of each

experience to the audience.

● Module A – Language, Identity and Culture – Henry Lawson’s short Stories: identify key elements of

Australian identity and culture within at least 3 stories and highlight the language techniques used to

represent these ideas.

● Module B – Close Study of Text – “The Truman Show”: identify key elements of narrative, characterisation

and social commentary in the film and highlight the techniques used to engage the audience in their

appreciation and comprehension of Peter Weir’s perspective.

● Module C – The Craft of Writing – “The Pedestrian”, “May your Pen Grace the Page” and Module A & B texts –

identify the characteristics and literary nuances of each composer and consider how they specifically

utilise language to achieve their purpose. Consider how you could emulate their style in an original

narrative.


● Class notes

● Assessment Task feedback

● Study resources provided on Canvas

● Edrolo.com.au

Legal Studies



Weighting: 30%



Knowledge and understanding of course content (25%)

Communication (5%)

Outcomes

1 identifies and applies legal concepts and terminology

2 describes and explains key features of and the relationship between Australian and international law

3 analyses the operation of domestic and international legal systems

4 evaluates the effectiveness of the legal system in addressing issues

5 explains the role of law in encouraging cooperation and resolving conflict, as well as initiating and responding to

change

6 assesses the nature of the interrelationship between the legal system and society

7 evaluates the effectiveness of the law in achieving justice

8 locates, selects, organises, synthesises and analyses legal information from a variety of sources including

legislation, cases, media, international instruments and documents

9 communicates legal information using well-structured and logical responses

10 analyses differing perspectives and interpretations of legal information and issues.

BPL Dispositions


The paper will consist of three sections. Questions may examine from all Parts of the Legal Studies Syllabus

covered so far. Students will be required to select the option studied in class from all the possible options in

the HSC.

Section I

Section I will consist of twenty multiple choice questions focusing both on Core Part I – Crime, and Core Part II

– Human Rights.

Section II

Section II will consist of two sections: Part A and Part B. Part A will focus on Core Part II Human Rights and

Part B will focus on Core Part I Crime. Questions will be short – medium length responses.

Section III

Section III will consist of TWO essays focusing on Option - Family

Legal Studies


Key Legal Studies Study Strategies:

● Ensure that you have a copy of the Syllabus and have identified units to be examined.

● Create unit summaries for each unit to be examined.

● Complete all review questions at the conclusion of each relevant chapter (if available).

● Practice responding to essay questions under examination conditions (timing, no notes etc.).

● Create word webs, focusing not on the definitions of words but the links between concepts.

● Collaborate with a partner or group taking turns to verbally explain key concepts to each other.

● Think creatively about ways of communicating your understanding (video blogs, songs, diagrams etc.).


• Crime

• Human Rights

• Family


• HSC Syllabus.

• Legal Studies Canvas Page

• HSC Legal Studies Textbook

Mathematics



Weighting: 30%

Exam Length: 3 hours (plus 5 mins reading time)


• A Reference Sheet will be provided.

• Board Approved Calculators are permitted.

Concepts, skills and techniques (50%)

recalling mathematical terminology and concepts, identifying the nature of mathematical problems from

theoretical and practical contexts, and appropriate techniques for solution, applying appropriate techniques

to solve routine problems.

Reasoning and communication (50%)

interpreting information from theoretical and practical contexts given in written, diagrammatic or graphical

form, and representing given information in other ways, explaining terminology, concepts, techniques for

solution or aspects of a solution, using written and/or spoken language and diagrams, interpreting and using

mathematical models, and constructing mathematical arguments and proofs to solve familiar and unfamiliar

problems, evaluating methods of solution in terms of efficiency and breadth of application, and recognising

limitations to the validity of solutions.

Preliminary and HSC Course Outcomes

P3 Performs routine arithmetic and algebraic manipulation involving surds, simple rational expressions

and trigonometric identities

P4 chooses and applies appropriate arithmetic, algebraic, graphical, trigonometric and geometric

techniques

P5 understands the concept of a function and the relationship between a function and its graph

P6 relates the derivative of a function to the slope of its graph

P7 determines the derivative of a function through routine application of the rules of differentiation

P8 understands and uses the language and notation of calculus

H1 seeks to apply mathematical techniques to problems in a wide range of practical contexts

H2 constructs arguments to prove and justify results

H3 manipulates algebraic expressions involving logarithmic and exponential functions

H4 expresses practical problems in mathematical terms based on simple given models

H5 applies appropriate techniques from the study of calculus, geometry, probability, trigonometry and

series to solve problems

H6 uses the derivative to determine the features of the graph of a function

H7 uses the features of a graph to deduce information about the derivative

H8 uses techniques of integration to calculate areas and volumes

H9 communicates using mathematical language, notation, diagrams and graphs

BPL Dispositions


1. This is a written test to be completed as follows:

Section I: Questions 1 – 10 Multiple Choice (10 marks)

Section II: Questions 11 – 16 Longer Response (90 marks)

2. Length is 3 hours plus 5 minutes reading time

3. Follow exam guidelines

- Use black pen for your working

- Use a pencil and ruler for diagrams or sketches

- Do not use liquid paper or white out tape

- Approved Board Calculators may be used

4. Marks are awarded for good mathematical thinking. Show all your working.

5. Marks may be lost for poorly organised or written work.

Mathematics


Key Mathematics Study Strategies:

1. Always revise your work daily, weekly and then do a major review one week before your exam. Use study

checklists and flash cards.

2. Once an exam is announced:

- Construct a list of topics to review

- Find specific problems for each topic on your list

- Make your list long enough to provide enough practice for mastery

- Include all types of problems and of various levels of difficulty.

3. Do not expect to be able to work out very difficult problems on a test if you have not practiced working

out these kinds of problems ahead of time. Do one topic at a time.

4. Take and master "practice tests" that have the same form as the actual test you are preparing for. Create

sample tests for yourself from study guides and course outline review texts that have the correct answers

listed so you can check your solutions. Test yourself often. When you can get 100% on your own difficult

tests, you are bound to do well on your exam.

5. Often speed counts on a test. You may have to practice some types of problems over and over again until

you can work them in less time.

6. Learn to recognise your math concepts, formulas or procedures in random order, that is, in a different

order than they were presented in your textbook or in class and KNOW what is provided on any formula

sheets.

7. Remember, it is not possible to study too much for a math test. Doing more work can only help you to

gain greater mastery of your material. But do not study until the last minute and be sure to get a good

night sleep the two previous nights before your exam.

8. Analyse your homework problems, practice tests and past exams. Note the typical errors you usually

make – transcription errors, calculator errors, not reading questions thoroughly and the types of problems

that cause you difficulty. Give yourself more practice in these areas.


The Mathematics examination paper will be based mainly on the Mathematics HSC course and will focus on

the course objectives and HSC course outcomes. The Mathematics Preliminary course will be assumed

knowledge for this examination. Questions focusing on Mathematics HSC course outcomes may also relate to

knowledge, skills and understanding from the outcomes may also relate to knowledge, skills and

understanding from the Mathematics Preliminary course.


• Excel Success One or other source (ie Internet) for past HSC Papers

• Past School Exams and Topic Tests from Year 11 and 12

• Maths Online

• Khan Academy

• Eddie Woo Videos

• After school homework assist

• Textbook Revision Exercises and Challenge questions

• Teachers (we are here to help you)

• Create a study group with each other at lunch or after school!

Standard Mathematics 2



Weighting: 30%

Exam Length: 2 ½ hours (plus 5 mins reading time)


• A Reference Sheet will be provided.

• Board Approved Calculators are permitted.



Preliminary Course Outcomes

MS11-1 uses algebraic and graphical techniques to compare alternative solutions to contextual

problems

MS11-2 represents information in symbolic, graphical and tabular form

MS11-3e solves problems involving quantity measurement, including accuracy and the choice of

relevant units

MS11-4 performs calculations in relation to two-dimensional figures

MS11-5 models relevant financial situations using appropriate tools

MS11-6 makes predictions about everyday situations based on simple mathematical models

MS11-7 develops and carries out simple statistical processes to answer questions posed

MS11-8 solves probability problems involving multistage events

MS11-9 uses appropriate technology to investigate, organise and interpret information in a range of

contexts

MS11-10 justifies a response to a given problem using appropriate mathematical terminology and/or

calculations

HSC Course Outcomes

MS2-12-1 uses detailed algebraic and graphical techniques to critically evaluate and construct arguments

in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts

MS2-12-2 analyses representations of data in order to make inferences, predictions and draw

conclusions

MS2-12-3

interprets the results of measurements and calculations and makes judgements about their

reasonableness, including the degree of accuracy and the conversion of units where

appropriate

MS2-12-4 analyses two-dimensional and three-dimensional models to solve practical problems

MS2-12-5 makes informed decisions about financial situations, including annuities and loan repayments

MS2-12-6 solves problems by representing the relationships between changing quantities in algebraic

and graphical forms

MS2-12-7 solves problems requiring statistical processes, including the use of the normal distribution

and the correlation of bivariate data

MS2-12-8 solves problems using networks to model decision-making in practical problems

MS2-12-9 chooses and uses appropriate technology effectively in a range of contexts, and applies critical

thinking to recognise appropriate times and methods for such use

MS2-12-

10

uses mathematical argument and reasoning to evaluate conclusions, communicating a

position clearly to others and justifying a response

BPL Dispositions





2. The total is 100 marks.

3. Length is 2 ½ hours plus 5 minutes reading time








Mathematics Standard 2


Key Mathematics Standard 2 Study Strategies:

1. Always revise your work daily, weekly and then do a major review one week before your exam. Use

graphic organisers, study checklists and flash cards.





- Include all types of problems and of various levels of difficulty









6. Learn to recognise your math concepts, formulas or procedures in random order, that is, in a different


sheets.





make – transcription errors, calculator errors, not reading questions thoroughly… and the types of

problems that cause you difficulty. Give yourself more practice in these areas.


The Mathematics examination paper will be based mainly on the Mathematics HSC course and will

focus on the course objectives and HSC course outcomes. The Mathematics Preliminary course will

be assumed knowledge for this examination. Questions focusing on Mathematics HSC course

outcomes may also relate to knowledge, skills and understanding from the Mathematics Preliminary

course.


• Study Booklets issued by your teacher (Past HSC questions)

• Maths Online

• Khan Academy


• After school homework assistance

• Textbook Exercises, Chapter Review questions and Practice Papers



Mathematics Extension 1



Weighting: 30%

Exam Length: 2 hours (plus 5 mins reading time)


• A Reference Sheet will be provided

• NESA Approved Calculators are permitted


recalling mathematical terminology and concepts, identifying the nature of mathematical problems from

theoretical and practical contexts, and appropriate techniques for solution, applying appropriate techniques

to solve routine problems.


interpreting information from theoretical and practical contexts given in written, diagrammatic or graphical

form, and representing given information in other ways, explaining terminology, concepts, techniques for

solution or aspects of a solution, using written and/or spoken language and diagrams, interpreting and using

mathematical models, and constructing mathematical arguments and proofs to solve familiar and unfamiliar

problems, evaluating methods of solution in terms of efficiency and breadth of application, and recognising

limitations to the validity of solutions.

Preliminary Course Outcomes

PE1 appreciates the role of mathematics in the solution of practical problems

PE2 uses multi-step deductive reasoning in a variety of contexts

PE3 solves problems involving permutations and combinations, inequalities, polynomials, circle geometry

and parametric representations

PE4 uses the parametric representation together with differentiation to identify geometric properties of

parabolas

PE5 determines derivatives which require the application of more than one rule of differentiation

PE6 comprehensive use of mathematical language, diagrams and notation for communicating in a wide

variety of situations

HSC Course Outcomes

HE1 appreciates interrelationships between ideas drawn from different areas of mathematics

HE2 uses inductive reasoning in the construction of proofs

HE3 uses a variety of strategies to investigate mathematical models of situations involving binomial

probability, projectiles, simple harmonic motion, or exponential growth and decay

HE4 uses the relationship between functions, inverse functions and their derivatives

HE5 applies the chain rule to problems including those involving velocity and acceleration as functions of

displacement

HE6 determines integrals by reduction to a standard form through a given substitution

HE7 evaluates mathematical solutions to problems and communicates them in an appropriate form

BPL Dispositions












Mathematics Extension 1


Key Subject Study Strategies:

1. Always revise your work daily, weekly and then do a major review one week before your exam. Use study

checklists and flash cards.





- Include all types of problems and of various levels of difficulty









6. Learn to recognize your math concepts, formulas or procedures in random order, that is, in a different


sheets.





make – transcription errors, calculator errors, not reading questions thoroughly… and the types of

problems that cause you difficulty. Give yourself more practice in these areas.


The Mathematics Extension 1 examination paper will be based mainly on the Mathematics Extension 1 HSC

course and will focus on the course objectives and HSC course outcomes. The Mathematics Extension 1

Preliminary course will be assumed knowledge for this examination. Questions focusing on Mathematics

Extension 1 HSC course outcomes may also relate to knowledge, skills and understanding from the outcomes

may also relate to knowledge, skills and understanding from the Mathematics Extension 1 Preliminary

course.


• Excel Success One or other source (ie Internet) for past HSC Papers

• Past School Exams and Topic Tests from Year 11 and 12

• Maths Online

• Khan Academy


• After school homework assist

• Textbook Revision Exercises and Challenge questions



Modern History



Weighting: 30%



Knowledge and understanding of course content (30%)

Outcomes

MH12-1 accounts for the nature of continuity and change in the modern world

MH12-2 proposes arguments about the varying causes and effects of events and developments

MH12-3 evaluates the role of historical features, individuals, groups and ideas in shaping the past

MH12-4 analyses the different perspectives of individuals and groups in their historical context

MH12-5 assesses the significance of historical features, people, ideas, movements, events and

developments of the modern world

MH12-6 analyses and interprets different types of sources for evidence to support an historical account or

argument

MH12-7 discusses and evaluates differing interpretations and representations of the past

MH12-8 plans and conducts historical investigations and presents reasoned conclusions, using relevant

evidence from a range of sources

MH12-9 communicates historical understanding, using historical knowledge, concepts and terms, in

appropriate and well-structured forms

BPL Dispositions


The paper will consist of three sections. Questions may include sources and/or interpretations. Questions

may examine Key Features and content from the Survey and Focus of Study. Students will be required to

select the option studied in class from all the possible options in the HSC.

National Study: Option E: Japan 1904 – 1937

Students will be required to complete ONE extended response question. You may have a choice from two

alternatives regarding the question. The expected length of response will be around eight pages of an

examination writing booklet (approximately 1000 words).

Peace and Conflict: Option D: The Cold War 1945 - 1991

Students will be required to complete TWO extended response questions. You will be required to complete

BOTH questions. The expected length of each response will be around eight pages of an examination writing

booklet (approximately 1000 words).

Change in the Modern World: Option E: The Nuclear Age 1945 – 2011

Questions will consist of multiple parts. One part will be worth 10 to 15 marks.

Modern History


Key Modern History Study Strategies:

• Review the Key Features, Survey and Focus of Study components of the syllabus documents to ensure

you are familiar with the options we have selected and that you have notes to cover each section of the

syllabus.

• Create flash cards for key terminology and have a family member test your knowledge.

• Complete discussion posts on Canvas to refresh your knowledge.

• Answer sample extended response questions and submit them to your teacher for feedback.

• Revise textbook content on the topics outlined below.


• National Study: Option E: Japan 1904 – 1937

• Peace and Conflict: Option D: The Cold War 1945 – 1991

• Change in the Modern World: Option E: The Nuclear Age 1945 – 2011


• HSC Syllabus. Take note that questions may examine Key Features and content from the Survey and

Focus of Study. The themes behind the content are just as important as the syllabus dot points.

• Key Features of Modern History Textbook and Digital Resources. If you have purchased the digital

version, there are a number of digital resources which are helpful for revision including flash cards for

terminology, study planners and other reference material.

• Canvas content:

- Review lesson content.

- Contribute to revision discussion posts.

- Engage with the thinking planners and essay planner.

Music 1



Weighting: 30%

Exam Length: Aural Paper: 1 hour 15 mins

Performance Exam: 25 minutes


Elective 3 15%

Written Paper in Aural Skills 15%

Outcomes

• H1 – performs stylistically, music that is characteristic of topics studied, both as a soloist and as a

member of an ensemble

• H2 – reads, interprets, discusses and analyses simple musical scores that are characteristic of the topics

studied

• H4 – articulates an aural understanding of musical concepts and their relationships in a wide variety of

musical styles

• H6 – critically evaluates and discusses the use of the concepts of music in works representative of the

topics studied and through wide listening

• H7 – understands the capabilities of performing media, incorporates technologies into composition and

performance as appropriate to the topics studied

• H8 – identifies, recognises, experiments with, and discusses the use and effects of technology in music

• H9 – performs as a means of self- expression and communication

• H10 – demonstrates a willingness to participate in performance, composition, musicology and aural

activities

• H11 – Demonstrates a willingness to accept and use constructive criticism

BPL Dispositions


This task will consist of two separate components.

1. Students will complete a written paper in Aural Skills. 15%

- The paper will consist of four short-answer questions covering a range of musical concepts

- Questions may contain parts

- Questions will relate to musical excerpts reflecting the range of topis offered for study.

2. Elective 3 15%

- For a performance elective: You are required to perform one piece on an instrument or voice with

a maximum time limit of 5 minutes. The work must represent one of the topics studied.

- For the composition elective: You are required to submit the score and a recording of your

composition. The work must represent one of the topics studied. There is a maximum tume limit

of 4 minutes.

You will be assessed on your ability to present a performance / composition demonstrating technical and

perceptive stylistic understanding. Demonstrate an understanding of the topic area Demonstrate aural

awareness and an understanding of the concepts of music.

HSC Music 1


Key Aural Skills Study Strategies:

• Read through our mind maps of elements

• Listen to a variety of works and outline how various elements are used.

• Review how the elements are used in conjunction with one another in a listening work.

• Review how the elements are used to create contrast or Unity (interest)

• Practise using the language contained on our mind maps.


• Duration

• Pitch

• Dynamics and Expressive Techniques

• Tone Colour

• Texture

• Structure


• Musical Element handouts and mind maps

• Past HSC paper questions

• Varied listening examples from a wide array of musical genres

• Musical elements text book.

• Use the website. http://www.musicconcepts.com.au/index.html as a resource.

• www.teoria.com for melodic and rhythmic dictations

• https://arc.nesa.nsw.edu.au for past pares

For the performance examination

• Ensure that all accompanying musician are aware of examination time.

• Make sure that you have all resources ready for the examination.

• Ensure that levels for sound equipment are noted prior to the examination.

http://www.musicconcepts.com.au/index.html

http://www.teoria.com/

https://arc.nesa.nsw.edu.au/

PDHPE



Weighting: 20%



10% Knowledge and understanding of factors that affect health and the way the body moves

5% Skills in influencing personal and community health, taking action to improve participation and

performance in physical activity

5% Skills in critical thinking, research and analysis

Outcomes

1 describes the nature and justifies the choice of Australia’s health priorities

2 analyses and explains the health status of Australians in terms of current trends and groups most at risk

3 analyses the determinants of health and health inequities

4 argues the case for health promotion based on the Ottawa Charter

5 explains the different roles and responsibilities of individuals, communities and governments in

addressing Australia’s health priorities

7 explains the relationship between physiology and movement potential

8 explains how a variety of training approaches and other interventions enhance performance and safety

in physical activity

9 explains how movement skill is acquired and appraised

10 designs and implements training plans to improve performance

11 designs psychological strategies and nutritional plans in response to individual performance needs

14 argues the benefits of health-promoting actions and choices that promote social justice

15 critically analyses key issues affecting the health of Australians and proposes ways of working towards

better health for all

16 devises methods of gathering, interpreting and communicating information about health and physical

activity concepts

17 selects appropriate options and formulates strategies based on a critical analysis of the factors that

affect performance and safe participation

BPL Dispositions


TOTAL MARKS - 100

SECTION 1

PART A – Multiple Choice



8 Questions (40 Marks) SECTION 2

2 Option Questions (40 Marks)

PDHPE


Key PDHPE Study Strategies:

• Make sure you are familiar with writing extending responses for Option topic


• Link concepts to practical examples








CORE 1: Health Priorities in Australia

• How are priority issues for Australia’s health identified?

• What are the priority issues for improving Australia’s health?

• Role of health-care facilities and services in achieving better health

• Actions required to address Australia’s health priorities

CORE 2: Factors Affecting Performance

• How does training affect performance?

• Psychology and performance

• Nutrition, recovery strategies and performance

• Skill and performance

Option 1: Improving Performance

• Training for improved performance

• Planning considerations for improving performance

• Ethical issues related to improving performance

Option 3: Sports Medicine

• How are sports injuries classified and managed?

• How does sports medicine address the demands of specific athletes?


• BOS –HSC examinations and model answers

• Textbook – Outcomes 2 HSC PDHPE


• Relevant health websites for current information on Australia’s health


Physics



Weighting: 30%



Stimulus 10%, Knowledge 20%

Outcomes

5 analyses and evaluates primary and secondary data and information

6 solves scientific problems using primary and secondary data, critical thinking skills and scientific

processes

7 communicates scientific understanding using suitable language and terminology for a specific

audience or purpose

12 describes and analyses qualitatively and quantitatively circular motion and motion in a gravitational

field, in particular, the projectile motion of particles

13 explains and analyses the electric and magnetic interactions due to charged particles and currents and

evaluates their effect both qualitatively and quantitatively

14 describes and analyses evidence for the properties of light and evaluates the implications of this

evidence for modern theories of physics in the contemporary world

15 explains and analyses the evidence supporting the relationship between astronomical events and the

nucleosynthesis of atoms and relates these to the development of the current model of the atom

BPL Dispositions


The Examination will cover the following topics

• Advanced Mechanics

• Nature of Light

• From the Universe to the atom

Part A – 20 Multiple Choice Questions

Part B – Questions may contain parts. There will be 20 - 25 items. At least two items will be worth 7-9 marks.

A data sheet, formula sheet and Periodic Table will be provided. NESA approved calculators, a pair of

compasses, a protractor and set squares may be used.

Physics


Key Physics Study Strategies:

Complete all set class work and flipped learning.

Read through course notes, Depth study notes and complete past paper questions. Self-mark using the

online marking criteria and ask peers to peer mark also.


Module 5 – Advanced Mechanics

Module 7 – Nature of Light

Module 8 – From the Universe to the Atom


• Canvas

• Pearson Physics 12

• Pearson Skills and Assessment Book Physics 12

• Past HSC Papers – NESA

• Education Perfect

• Sample HSC paper questions for 2019 – NESA

• Visual Physics Online - http://www.physics.usyd.edu.au/teach_res/hsp/sp/spHome.htm

• Fathoming Physics - https://sites.google.com/fathomingphysics.nsw.edu.au/hscphysics/home

http://www.physics.usyd.edu.au/teach_res/hsp/sp/spHome.htm

https://sites.google.com/fathomingphysics.nsw.edu.au/hscphysics/home

Software Design and Development



Weighting: 30%



Development and Impact of Software Solutions 15%

Software Development Cycle 40%

Developing a Solution Package 25%

Option: Programming paradigms 20%

Outcomes

H1.3 describes how the major components of a computer system store and manipulate data

H2.1 describes the historical development of different language types

H2.3 analyses and describes a system in terms of the information processes involved

H3.1 identifies and evaluates legal, social and ethical issues in a number of contexts

H3.2 constructs software solutions that address legal, social and ethical issues

H4.2 applies appropriate development methods to solve software problems

H4.3 applies a modular approach to implement well structured software solutions and evaluates their

effectiveness

H6.2 communicates the processes involved in a software solution to an inexperienced user

BPL Dispositions


SECTION I – Multiple choice

SECTION II – Short answers

SECTION III – OPTION TOPIC

Software Design and Development


Key SDD Study Strategies:

• Revisit NESA subject page

• Re-read Subject Syllabus


• Brush up on your knowledge on development and impact of software solutions:

- Know your social and ethical issues - research and read on current study cases

- Approaches used in the development of software systems

- Trends in the development of software systems

- Knowledge on CASE tools in large system development

• Review your understanding of the Software Development Cycle

- Know strategies used in defining and understanding the problem

- Know thoroughly various modeling tools, diagrams and charts

- Understand your standard algorithms and logical structures

• Understand and apply your implementation of software solutions

- Know elements of effective interface design

- Understand and interpret language syntax required for software solutions

- Know your program development techniques especially errors, error detections and software used

for detecting errors

- be able to differentiate user documentation and technical documentation

• Understand Testing, Evaluation and Maintenance of software solutions strategies

• Summarise and thoroughly go through Option topics 1 (Evolution of programing languages)

- Evolution of programing languages

- Historical reasons for development of different paradigms including emerging technologies

- Paradigm specific concepts


• SUBJECT CANVAS

• SDD YouTube Channel

• NESA Assessment Resource Centre Website for Software Design and Development

• Software Development Forums

Studies of Religion II



Weighting: 30%




10% Communication of information, ideas and issues in appropriate forms

Outcomes

H1 explains aspects of religion and belief systems H2 describes and analyses the influence of religion and belief systems on individuals and society

H3 examines the influence and expression of religion and belief systems in Australia H4 describes and analyses how aspects of religious traditions are expressed by their adherents

H5 evaluates the influence of religious traditions in the life of adherents H6 organises, analyses and

synthesises relevant information about religion from a variety of sources, considering usefulness,

validity and bias H8 applies appropriate terminology and concepts related to religion and belief systems H9 coherently and effectively communicates complex information, ideas and issues using appropriate

written, oral and graphic forms

BPL Dispositions


Section I – 30 marks This section has two parts, Part A and Part B

- Allow about 50 minutes for this section

Section II – 30 marks

- Attempt TWO questions

- You must NOT choose the same Religious Tradition in both Section II and Section III

- Allow about 1 hour for this section

Section III – 20 marks

- Attempt ONE question

- You must NOT choose the same Religious Tradition in both Section II and Section III


Section IV – 20 marks

- Attempt ONE question (note: there may not necessarily be a choice of question in this section)





Studies of Religion II


Key SORII Study Strategies:

• Review, distil and summarise all class notes and Canvas resources.

• Revise feedback from past assessment tasks to understand where you need to improve.

• Write key quotes and concepts on visual prompts (posters / flashcards) to read often.

• Compile a glossary of names and key terms to memorise

• Engage with past papers and online quizzes


• Religion and Belief Systems in Australia post-1945

• Religious Tradition Depth Study - Buddhism

- Beliefs

- Practices

- Person of significance

- Ethics

• Religious Tradition Depth Study - Islam

- Beliefs

- Practices


- Ethics

• Religious Tradition Depth Study - Judaism

- Beliefs

- Practices


- Ethics

• Religion and Peace


• Class notes

• Assessment Task feedback

• Study resources provided on Canvas

• Past papers (available on Canvas or directly from http://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au)

http://educationstandards.nsw.edu.au/

Visual Arts



Weighting: 20%

Exam Length: 90 minutes (plus 5 minutes reading time)


Art Criticism and Art History

Outcomes

H7: applies their understanding of practice in art criticism and art history

H8: applies their understanding of the relationships among the artist, artwork, world and audience.

H9: demonstrates an understanding of how the frames provide for different orientations to critical and

historical investigations of art.

H10: constructs a body of significant art histories, critical narratives and other documentary accounts of

representation in the visual arts.

BPL Dispositions


The Examination will have two sections of equal value.

The Examination will be marked out of 50.

Section 1: (Allow yourself 45 minutes)

3 Questions referring to unseen coloured plates, that may be unknown or recognisable.

Question 1: 5 marks (½ page response)

Question 2: 8 marks (1 page response)

Question 3: 12 marks (1½ page response)

TOTAL: 25 marks

Section 2: (Allow yourself 45 minutes)

Choose one essay to answer.

You are given a choice from 6 Questions (2x frames, 2x artists practice, 2x conceptual framework)

In this extended response you should discuss 3 artists and 2 examples of their work to support your essay

do not re-write the essay question. This is a waste of your time in an exam. Total : 25 marks

Use appropriate vocab, know the correct names of artworks, use quotes to support.

Your introduction should outline how you will respond to the question. Don’t just repeat the question, but

map out your response in a way that highlights your understanding of the question and your intentions in the

essay. Each paragraph in the body of the essay should have key points made in a succinct (precise, not too

wordy) manner.

The conclusion should sum up all the key points. Don’t make new points here: the conclusion is meant to be

a unifying feature that sums up all the important points made in the essay.

● Use good examples that are relevant to the question.

● Keep all material relevant to the question.

● Use appropriate language

Visual Arts


Key Visual Arts Study Strategies:

Access past papers and complete in examination time frames

Part 1: unseen plates

Part 2: essay question


All case studies we have covered

1. The contemporary & the controversial

2. Artist with issues & eccentricities

3. Contemporary Asian artists

4. Year 11 units of work & artists in focus


● All case study booklets

● All notes & annotations from class

● HSC booklet

● Artist’s in focus summaries

● Artworks as examples

● Artists quotes

● The frames

● The conceptual framework

● Artists practice

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