Accounting
In Year 11 VCE Accounting, explore The role of accounting; Recording financial data and reporting accounting information for a service business. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sam…
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VCE subject selection
Not sure which subjects you want to do? Find out what you’ll learn, how you’ll be assessed and what the work is like. Compare your options, then build a plan to discuss with your school.
Explore studies before deciding on your VCE programme. Compare content and assessment, then plan your units.
Find subjects that interest you
No idea what to choose yet? Start anywhere. Read what you’ll learn, look at the assessments, try a sample, then add subjects you want to consider.
34 subjects shown.
Interest and work-style filters are editorial discovery aids, not aptitude or workload ratings.
Art Making and Exhibiting
In Year 11 Art Making and Exhibiting, explore Explore – materials, techniques and art forms; Expand – make, present and reflect. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choos…
Biology
In Year 11 Biology, explore How do cells function?; How do plant and animal systems function?. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Business Management
In Year 11 Business Management, explore The business idea; Internal business environment and planning. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Chemistry
In Year 11 Chemistry, explore How do the chemical structures of materials explain their properties and reactions?; How are materials quantified and classified?. See the learning outline, assessment information …
Economics
In Year 11 Economics, explore Thinking like an economist; Decision-making in markets. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
English
Explore English across Units 1–4. Start with the shared Units 1 and 2 overview, then check the stream-specific assessment and eligibility requirements.
English as an Additional Language
Explore English as an Additional Language across Units 1–4. Start with the shared Units 1 and 2 overview, then check the stream-specific assessment and eligibility requirements.
English Language
In Year 11 English Language, explore The nature and functions of language; Language acquisition. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Food Studies
In Year 11 Food Studies, explore Food around the world; Food in Australia. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Foundation Mathematics
In Year 11 Foundation Mathematics, explore Algebra, number and structure; Data analysis, probability and statistics. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
General Mathematics
In Year 11 General Mathematics, explore Data analysis, probability and statistics; Algebra, number and structure. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Geography
In Year 11 Geography, explore Characteristics of hazards; Response to hazards and disasters. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Health and Human Development
In Year 11 HHD, explore Concepts of health; Youth health and wellbeing. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
History: Revolutions
VCE History: Revolutions asks how a society is pulled apart and rebuilt — why an old regime lost the capacity to govern, and what the new one did with the power it seized. Students study two revolutions drawn f…
Japanese Second Language
Explore Japanese Second Language through the learning outline and official course information. This subject is included independently of paid resource availability.
Legal Studies
In Year 11 Legal Studies, explore Legal foundations; Proving guilt. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Literature
In Year 11 Literature, explore Reading practices; Exploration of literary movements and genres. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Mathematical Methods
In Year 11 Mathematical Methods, explore Functions, relations and graphs; Algebra, number and structure. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Media
In Year 11 Media, explore Media representations; Media forms in production. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Outdoor and Environmental Studies
In Year 11 Outdoor and Environmental Studies, explore Our place in outdoor environments; Exploring outdoor environments. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Physical Education
In Year 11 Physical Education, explore How does the musculoskeletal system work to produce movement?; What role does the cardiorespiratory system play in movement?. See the learning outline, assessment informat…
Physics
In Year 11 Physics, explore How are light and heat explained?; How is energy from the nucleus utilised?. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Politics
In Year 11 Politics, explore Power and national political actors; Power and global political actors. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Product Design and Technologies
In Year 11 Product Design and Technologies, explore Developing and conceptualising designs; Generating, designing and producing. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choos…
Psychology
In Year 11 Psychology, explore What influences psychological development?; How are mental processes and behaviour influenced by the brain?. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample b…
Religion and Society
In Year 11 Religion and Society, explore The nature and purpose of religion; Religion through the ages. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Sociology
In Year 11 Sociology, explore Category and experience of youth; The family. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
Specialist Mathematics
In Year 11 Specialist Mathematics, explore Algebra, number and structure; Discrete mathematics. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
VCE VM Literacy
Explore VCE VM Literacy through the learning outline and official course information. This subject is included independently of paid resource availability.
VCE VM Numeracy
Explore VCE VM Numeracy through the learning outline and official course information. This subject is included independently of paid resource availability.
VCE VM Personal Development Skills
Explore VCE VM Personal Development Skills through the learning outline and official course information. This subject is included independently of paid resource availability.
VCE VM Work Related Skills
Explore VCE VM Work Related Skills through the learning outline and official course information. This subject is included independently of paid resource availability.
Visual Communication Design
In Year 11 Visual Communication Design, explore Reframing design problems; Solving communication design problems. See the learning outline, assessment information and original sample before choosing.
How VCE subject selection works
Year 11 and Year 12 structure
Units 1–2 → Units 3–4
Completing the certificate
At least 16 satisfactory units, including three English-group units with a Unit 3–4 sequence and three other Unit 3–4 sequences.
Considering an ATAR?
Four permissible scored studies including English are needed. The primary four includes English; eligible fifth and sixth studies may contribute increments.
What does scaling mean?
Historical scaled scores depend on the raw study score and cohort. They are not a difficulty ranking or a prediction.
Scaling compares results across cohorts. It does not tell you whether you will enjoy a subject or how much effort you will need. Historical numbers are labelled by year and statistic in each subject profile.
Can I change my subjects?
Ask your school about sequence requirements, catch-up and subject changes. A resource pairing is not proof that entry is unrestricted.
What if I do not know my career?
Start with subject content, sample work and your interests. Keep a few options to discuss rather than trying to predict your career now. Course prerequisites are an optional check for exact courses, institutions and entry years.
What about vocational or non-ATAR study?
An ATAR is one pathway. Ask your school about VET, apprenticeships, traineeships, certificate requirements and other tertiary entry pathways. Choose the non-ATAR option in your plan to keep certificate planning separate from ATAR checks.
Common questions
What do I need to complete VCE?
At least 16 satisfactory units, including three English-group units with a Unit 3–4 sequence and three other Unit 3–4 sequences.
How does scaling work for VCE?
Historical scaled scores depend on the raw study score and cohort. They are not a difficulty ranking or a prediction.
Can I change my VCE subjects?
Ask your school about sequence requirements, catch-up and subject changes. A resource pairing is not proof that entry is unrestricted.
Find more official subjects and course versions
Subjects are worth considering whether or not we sell resources for them. VCAA VCE study designs and accredited studies. Confirm your school’s actual offerings and the implementation year.
Subject information coverage
This release includes 34 subject profiles for VCE, combining existing subject guides with separately sourced official courses. It is not a school’s offering list or a claim that every accredited subject has a complete profile. Check source versions and verification notes within each profile.
See source policy, coverage and known limits. No subject is excluded because it lacks paid resources.
Check your shortlist before you enrol
- How to choose Year 11 and Year 12 subjects — Compare content, assessment, prerequisites and school availability before finalising a plan.
- University course and entry requirements finder — Compare published entry figures and open the official course sources.
- Subject selection sources and verification — Check coverage, source dates and unverified requirements.
- VCE Units 1 and 2: Year 11 subjects and assessment — Understand satisfactory completion and the school-assessed foundation for later studies.
- VCE Units 3 and 4: sequences and study scores — Check how a sequence fits into the VCE before discussing your choices with school.