What is VCE?
The Victorian Certificate of Education [VCE] is Australia’s main senior secondary certificate. It is awarded to students who complete their secondary education and can support pathways into tertiary education or employment.
How does VCE work?
A VCE study is a subject, such as Biology or English. Each study is usually made up of four units, with each unit lasting one semester.
VCE Study Structure
Most students complete VCE over two years. In the first year, students usually study Units 1 and 2; in the second year, they study Units 3 and 4.
Units 1 and 2 can often be studied independently, but Units 3 and 4 usually need to be completed in sequence in the same year if a study score is to be determined.
In Years 11 and 12, students typically study between 20 and 24 units, or around five to six courses. Some students may begin early or take more than two years depending on their goals.