PROGRAMS

Our curriculum and culture draws on the very best high school learning traditions from Australia and the world, adapted to the needs of our predominantly Sri Lankan student base.

ENGLISH AS AN ADDITIONAL DIALECT (EALD)

The English ATAR course focuses on developing students’ analytical, creative, critical thinking & communication skills in all language modes.

The English ATAR course encourages students to critically engage with texts from their contemporary world, the past, and from Australian and other cultures. Through close study and wide reading, viewing and listening, students develop the ability to analyse and evaluate the purpose, stylistic qualities and conventions of texts and to enjoy creating imaginative, interpretive, persuasive and analytical responses in a range of written, oral, multimodal and digital forms.

General Information technology

• General Information Technology (IT) Integrated Science ATAR Course Overview

The Information Technology (IT) Integrated Science ATAR course enables students to explore IT issues within the context of the modern world. This course incorporates elements of computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, and data science, along with emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and digital ethics.

Accountin and Finance

Accounting and Finance

The Accounting and Finance Integrated Science ATAR course enables students to explore financial and accounting principles within the context of the modern economic environment. This course incorporates elements of accounting, financial management, economics, and business law, along with emerging fields such as financial technology (fintech) and sustainable finance.

    Business management and enterprise

Business Management and enterprise ATAR Course Overview

The Business Management and Enterprise ATAR course equips students with the knowledge and skills required to understand and engage with the dynamic world of business. This course combines theoretical understanding with practical applications, preparing students for the challenges of managing and leading enterprises in various industries.

Mathematics Applications

Mathematics Applications ATAR Course Overview

The Mathematics Applications ATAR course equips students with the mathematical skills and understanding needed to solve real-world problems in various contexts. This course emphasizes practical applications of mathematics in fields such as finance, statistics, and discrete mathematics, preparing students for further studies and careers in areas where analytical and quantitative skills are essential

Computer science

Computer Science ATAR Course Overview

The Computer Science ATAR course equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand, design, and implement software systems. This course covers essential topics in computer science, including programming, algorithms, data structures, and computer systems, preparing students for further studies and careers in the ever-evolving field of technology.

Economics

Economics ATAR Course Overview

The Economics ATAR course equips students with the knowledge and analytical skills needed to understand and address economic issues at both microeconomic and macroeconomic levels. This course covers essential topics in economics, including market dynamics, economic indicators, and policy impacts, preparing students for further studies and careers in economics, business, and public policy.

CHEMISTRY

The Chemistry ATAR course develops students' understanding of the key chemical concepts.

Models of structure, bonding, and chemical change, including the role of chemical, electrical and thermal energy. Students learn how models of structure and bonding enable chemists to predict properties and reactions and to adapt these for particular purposes.

PHYSICS

The Physics ATAR course uses qualitative and quantitative models and theories based on physical laws to visualise, explain and predict physical phenomena.

Models, laws and theories are developed from, and their predictions are tested by, making observations and quantitative measurements. In this course, students gather, analyse and interpret primary and secondary data to investigate a range of phenomena and technologies using some of the most important models, laws and theories of physics, including the kinetic particle model, the atomic model, electromagnetic theory, and the laws of classical mechanics.

MATHEMATICS METHODS

Mathematics Methods is an ATAR course which focuses on the use of calculus and statistical analysis.

The study of calculus provides a basis for understanding rates of change in the physical world, and includes the use of functions, their derivatives and integrals, in modelling physical processes. The study of statistics develops students’ ability to describe and analyse phenomena that involve uncertainty and variation.

BIOLOGY

A unique appreciation of life and a better understanding of the living world are gained through studying the Biology ATAR course.

This course encourages students to be analytical, to participate in problem-solving and to systematically explore fascinating and intriguing aspects of living systems, from the microscopic level through to ecosystems.Students develop a range of practical skills and techniques through investigations and fieldwork in authentic contexts, such as marine reefs, endangered species, urban ecology, or biotechnology. Scientific evidence is used to make informed decisions about controversial issues.

HUMAN BIOLOGY

The Integrated Science ATAR course enables students to investigate science issues in the context of the world around them.

It incorporates aspects of biology, chemistry, geology and physics, and can also include less traditional areas, such as forensic science and biotechnology. Integrated Science encourages students to be questioning, reflective and critical thinkers about scientific issues. Students apply their scientific knowledge in areas such as vehicle safety and driving, personal lifestyle choices, the management of water resources, environmental issues associated with biodiversity and conservation, and sustainable use of energy. Students develop a range of practical skills and techniques through investigations and fieldwork in context, and use scientific evidence to make informed decisions about scientific issues.