Victorian Certificate of Education
(VCE)
| Course Code: | 2200LZV |
| Department: | Centre for Youth |
| Study Area(s): | VCE and VCAL |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows, Essendon |
| Course Length: | Full-time (2 years) Part-time day (3 years) Part-time night (3 years) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| Mid-year Entry: | This course accepts mid-year applications. |
Need more information?
Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233)
or +613 9279 2222
Email us at enquiries@kangan.edu.au
Or fill in our feedback form
Print course
Course overview
This course is designed to improve your employment prospects, encourage personal development, qualify you for entry into tertiary courses and provide students with skills in a number of subject areas.
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| EN011A | English 1 | 72 |
| EN011B | English 1 | 72 |
| EN012A | English 2 | 72 |
| EN012B | English 2 | 72 |
| EN013A | English 3 (a) | 72 |
| EN013B | English 3 (B) | 72 |
| EN013C | English 3 (C) | 72 |
| EN013D | English 3 (D) | 72 |
| EN014A | English 4 (a) | 72 |
| EN014B | English 4 (B) | 72 |
| EN014C | English 4 (C) | 72 |
| EN014D | English 4 (D) | 72 |
| Total hours: | 864 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BI0011 | Biology 1 | 54 |
| BI022 | Biology 2 | 54 |
| BI033 | Biology 3 | 72 |
| BI034 | Biology 4 | 72 |
| CA011A | Sociology 1 | 54 |
| CA033A | Sociology 3 | 72 |
| CA034A | Sociology 4 | 72 |
| CH0034 | Chemistry 4 | 72 |
| CH011 | Chemistry 1 | 54 |
| CH022 | Chemistry 2 | 54 |
| CH033 | Chemistry 3 | 72 |
| EN101A | Foundation English 1 | 54 |
| EN102A | Foundation English 2 | 72 |
| HH011 | Health and Human Development 1 | 54 |
| HH022 | Health and Human Development 2 | 54 |
| HH033A | Health and Human Development 3 | 72 |
| HH033B | Health and Human Development 3 | 72 |
| HH034A | Health and Human Development 4 | 72 |
| HH034B | Health and Human Development 4 | 72 |
| HI031 | History - 20th Century (1990 -1945) 1 | 54 |
| HI042 | History - 20th Century (Post 1945) 2 | 54 |
| HI133 | History: Revolutions 3 | 72 |
| HI134 | History: Revolutions 4 | 72 |
| IT0011A | Information Technology 1 | 54 |
| IT0012A | Information Technology 2 | 54 |
| ITO023 | Information Technology 3: It Applications | 72 |
| ITO024 | Information Technology 4: It Applications | 72 |
| LI013 | Literature 3 | 72 |
| LI014 | Literature 4 | 72 |
| LS033 | Legal Studies 3 | 72 |
| LS034 | Legal Studies 4 | 72 |
| MA071 | Maths - General Mathematics 1 | 54 |
| MA072 | Maths - General Mathematics 2 | 54 |
| MA073 | Further Mathematics 3 | 72 |
| MA074 | Further Mathematics 4 | 72 |
| MA101 | Foundation Mathematics 1 | 54 |
| MA102 | Foundation Mathematics 2 | 54 |
| MA111 | Mathematics:Mathematical Methods (Cas) 1 | 90 |
| MA112 | Mathematics: Mathematical Methods (Cas) 2 | 90 |
| MA113 | Mathematics: Mathematical Methods (Cas) 3 | 72 |
| MA114 | Mathematics: Mathematical Methods (Cas) 4 | 72 |
| PHI011 | Philosophy 1 | 54 |
| PLO011 | Philosophy 3 | 54 |
| PLO022 | Philosophy 4 | 72 |
| PY033A | Psychology 3 (a) | 72 |
| PY033B | Psychology 3 (B) | 72 |
| PY034A | Psychology 4 (a) | 72 |
| PY034B | Psychology 4 (B) | 72 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 105 | $ 750^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
DISCLAIMER: The student tuition fee is indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and amenities fees.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Creation program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.60 x 200 = $320.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $410.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Creation program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.60 x 900 = $1,440.00 but capped at the maximum of $750.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $988.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233). Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for reference books and specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
The course is designed to help improve employment prospects. Many employers consider VCE as a minimum for entry level employment. The opportunity to include Vocational Education and Training (VET) elements into your study also enhances your employment opportunities.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
The course is the main qualification for entry into tertiary courses and also for general entry into skilled employment
What qualifications will I receive?
The VCE will be awarded to adult students who have completed a minimum of six units at Unit 3 and 4 (Year 12) level, plus two units of English (Units 3 and 4 recommended). Other students must complete a total of 16 Units including a minimum of eight units at unit 3 and 4 (Year 12) level including English or literature. All students wishing to apply for tertiary courses are advised to complete 10 units at unit 3 and 4 (Year 12) level including English or Literature.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
Students who complete VCE can apply for tertiary courses in TAFE institutes and universities. The VCE is the primary method of selection into University and TAFE Institutes.
Can I apply?
You can apply as an adult student if you are 18 years of age and you left school at least 12 months ago, or if you are repeating Year 12 of the VCE in order to improve your ATAR, or if you are under 18 and have special reasons for being unable to attend a secondary college. If you are under 18, you must have a year 10 pass. Others may find it advisable to complete a bridging course before Year 11 or complete Year 11 before attempting Year 12. You will be counselled and advised on enrolment on which pathway best suits you.
How do I apply?
If you wish to apply for this course, you must obtain an application form from the Institute. Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. This course has a mid-year intake for Units 1and 2
How will I be selected for this course?
You will be invited to attend an information and enrolment session where you will be advised on all aspects of your VCE program. You are required to bring proof of age and citzenship to enrolment sessions. (eg. birth certificate, passport etc.) You will also be required to bring proof of previous results (year 10) or courses completed.
How long is the course?
The VCE is a 36 week course. There are 2 Semesters of 18 weeks. Year 12 (Unit 3 and 4) units run for four hours per week. Year 11 (Units 1 and 2) run for three hours per week. English Units 1 and 2 run for 4 hours per week. Evening and day classes are available. VCE Years 11 and 12 can each be completed in one year full-time or by accumulating units over a number of years.
Where and how can I study?
The course is available both full-time and part-time at the Broadmeadows campus.
How will I be assessed?
Assesments for each each unit undertaken will be made clear at the commencement of the course. A student must complete several outcomes for each unit as outlined in the unit compentencies. Usually students will complete School Assessed Coursework Tasks (such as essays) in class and also complete examinations in June and November.
Additional comments
Information about the VCE is also available on the Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority (VCAA) web site. Information about applying for further study at University or TAFE is available on the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) web site.
This course has a mid-year entry for year 11 students.
For year 11 VCE mid-year enrolment is on Tuesday 28th at 2.00pm-4.00pm and 5.30-7.00pm as well as on Wednesday 29th June 2.00pm-4.00pm and 5.30-7.00pm, in Room J113 of the Broadmeadows campus.
What will I study?
All students must study an English subject. English is offered on several days and you are free to choose an English at a time that best suits your needs There is a broad range of both science and humanitites subjects available for your selection at both Year 11 and 12 level. Students may also include Vocational Education and Training (VET) Certificates as part of their studies.
