Year 10 subject selection – Considerations for future university study
To support you in making informed subject selection decisions, we have linked below a recording of the presentation from earlier this term by Head of Futures and Pathways, Jo Cilia. We have also included a digital version copy of the Year 10 Handbook handed out at subject selection evening.
The presentation highlights key considerations when choosing your subjects, including:
- University and course entry requirements, such as prerequisites, assumed knowledge and recommended studies e.g. degrees in Engineering, Advanced Computing and Pharmacy often require Mathematics Advanced (or an equivalent level).
- Specific course requirements, ANU has several courses with prerequisites, also ACU Allied Health degrees require at least one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
- Interstate requirements can be more complex and often have stricter subject admission requirements. For instance, some Medicine courses in Victoria and Queensland require Chemistry.
View presentation recording here
The key message is that students should carefully research the requirements for their intended courses before finalising subject choices.
The presentation also explains Selection Rank, Adjustment Factors and Subject Bonus Points (adjustment factors). Many universities award additional points for strong performance in subjects relevant to a chosen degree. These are typically applied automatically through UAC where applicable.
Another important consideration is that many Early Entry applications in Year 12 are based on Year 11 results, meaning your subject choices can impact outcomes sooner than expected.
We encourage students to choose subjects that:
- genuinely interest them
- are manageable based on their ability
- allow them to achieve consistent results
You can view these resources on the Year 10 Page on Omnia, or using the links provided above.
We are here to assist you while Jo Cilia is away. We will also be there to support you and to answer any questions which may arise during your subject selection interviews.
– Nicole Massara
Futures and Pathways Advisor