Years 11 and 12
VCE at Korowa
Individual Pathways, Exceptional Support
Every student’s senior years look a little different. At Korowa, we design VCE programs around each girl’s strengths, interests and ambitions, with expert guidance at every step.
Many families choose Korowa for the final years of their girls' education to ensure she receives outstanding support and opportunities in a nurturing environment.
The VCE Years
- Broad choice of VCE subjects across English, Maths, Sciences, Humanities, Arts, Health, Languages and Technology.
- Multiple pathways: VCE, VET (Vocational Education and Training) and university extension subjects.
- Structured academic and wellbeing support from Year 10 as students plan their senior journeys.
- Opportunities for high achievers and students who need extra scaffolding, within a nurturing all-girls environment.
Supporting Students Through VCE
VCE at Korowa is more than a list of subjects. From Year 10 onwards, students work closely with our Student Futures team and Heads of Faculty to design a program that fits their interests, university goals and wellbeing. We help them balance challenge with support, so they can aim high and still feel confident and cared for.
Thoughtful Subject Selection
Students receive one-on-one course counselling, information sessions and subject tasters, so choices are made with clarity, not guesswork.
Clear Pathways
Whether a student is aiming for Medicine, Design, Apprenticeships or isn’t sure yet, we map subject choices to possible pathways and keep options open wherever possible.
Academic Care and Feedback
Regular feedback, practice exams and subject workshops help students track progress and build exam confidence, while parents can stay informed and involved.
Balanced With Wellbeing
VCE is demanding. Our pastoral care, House system and wellbeing programs sit alongside academic support so students can manage workload, sleep and stress in healthy ways.
Pathways and Special Options
VET Studies
Vocational Education and Training (VET) subjects are for students who enjoy practical, career-focused learning. Upon satisfactory completion, students may attain a national qualification whilst also completing their VCE.
VET subjects are delivered through Box Hill Institute and Holmesglen Institute or other Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) that the school approves. VET programs add breadth, can lead to gaining apprenticeships, further training o runiversity pathways in areas such as health, beauty services, creative industries and sport.
University Extension
High-achieving students may be invited to complete a university subject in Year 12 through selective programs run by institutions such as the University of Melbourne, Deakin University or RMIT. These programs are delivered directly by the university and give students a supported introduction to campus learning while completing their VCE.
Students study a first-year university subject alongside their VCE, experience campus life, and may earn credit towards a degree as well as an ATAR boost, all with Korowa support to ensure the workload is manageable.
Higher Education Studies
Higher Education Studies (HES) is a VCE pathway that allows eligible students to enrol in a first-year university subject, often in partnership with Monash University, as part of their senior program.
Students receive an ATAR increment and may gain credit towards a future degree, supported by Korowa’s academic guidance.
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Frequently asked questions
How does Korowa prepare students for VCE and life after school?
Korowa’s VCE program balances academic rigour with strong pastoral care and guidance. Students are supported to develop effective study habits, independent learning skills and confidence, while also being encouraged to think beyond results to future pathways, purpose and wellbeing.
Preparation for life after school includes academic guidance, mentoring and support to help students navigate choices with confidence.
What academic support is available during VCE?
VCE students at Korowa are supported through structured academic guidance, subject-specific support and close relationships with teachers who know them well. Support is designed to help students manage workload, seek help early and continue to build confidence and capability throughout the senior years.
The focus is on growth, consistency and progress rather than pressure.
How does Korowa support student wellbeing throughout the pressures of VCE?
Wellbeing is a priority during the senior years. Korowa recognises that VCE can be demanding, and students are supported through clear routines, pastoral care structures and strong teacher–student relationships.
Students are encouraged to maintain balance, manage stress and seek support when needed, ensuring wellbeing and learning are addressed together.
Does Korowa focus only on ATAR results?
Academic results matter, but they are not the sole measure of success at Korowa. The School is committed to developing confident, capable young women who are prepared for a range of pathways beyond school.
VCE is approached as an important stage in a broader educational journey, where personal growth, resilience and self-belief are valued alongside academic achievement.
How are students supported with subject choices and pathways?
Students receive guidance to help them make informed subject choices aligned with their interests, strengths and future aspirations. Korowa supports students to explore a range of pathways and to understand that there is no single definition of success after Year 12.
This guidance continues throughout the senior years as students refine their goals.
How does Korowa help students develop independence and motivation in Year 12?
Korowa’s approach to learning encourages students to take increasing ownership of their learning as they move through the senior years. With clear expectations, guidance and support, students develop self-management skills, confidence and resilience, qualities that are essential both for VCE and beyond school.
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