Year 11 IB Subject Guide 2020

SUBJECT SELECTION FOR YEAR 11 IN 2020 continued Traps to avoid when selecting subjects: • Do not select subjects simply because someone has told you that they "help you get good results and give you a better chance of getting into university". • Try not to be influenced by suggestions that you should or should not choose a particular subject, because a friend/brother/sister either liked or disliked it when they studied it. Students aiming to maximise their chances of tertiary entrance are advised to follow these steps: 1. Select the prerequisite subjects you need for your preferred courses 2. Check to ensure that you are eligible for tertiary entrance 3. Consider subjects in which you have both an interest and demonstrated ability Be prepared to ask for help! After following these suggestions, you and your parents/guardians may still be confused or uncertain about the combination of subjects you have chosen. It is wise at this stage to check again with some of the many people available to talk to – teachers, Heads of Department, the Dean of Studies, IB Diploma Coordinator or Deputy Headmaster. Don't be afraid to seek their assistance. They are all prepared to help you. ADDITIONAL FEES PAYABLE FOR OPTIONAL COURSES AND FOR VISA STUDENTS Additional Fees Payable for Optional Courses: Students and their families are expected to pay for the student’s registration and examination fees, in addition to the College’s annual school fees, if students enrol in any of the following subject selection options, as these constitute optional additional costs which are not included in the annual College fees : • International Baccalaureate – the full Diploma Programme (see pages 4 and 7). Additional Fees Payable for International Visa Students: Please also note that Year 11 and 12 international students studying in Queensland on a student visa will be charged an annual administration and processing fee of approximately AUD $450.00 per year by the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, in addition to school fees. This is noted in the annual International Students Fee Schedule.

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