Year 11 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 VISA STUDENTS Additional Fees 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 :

• Diploma of Business (VET) course or similar.

• Brisbane School of Distance Education or similar – external subjects not offered at the College (ie languages).

• QCAA External Subjects - external subjects not offered at the College (ie languages).

• International Baccalaureate – either the full Diploma, or for individual Certificate subjects, ( please refer to the IB Diploma Subject Guide booklet for further information about the IB Diploma, individual IB subject Certificates and related costs). Additional Fees 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 the College’s annual school fees. This is noted in the annual International Students Fee Schedule.

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