From the Leader of Curriculum
Higher School Certificate Study Guide 2020
I would like to direct the Year 12 students to the information that can be found at the website SMH HSC Study Guide 2020. As the website suggests, "In a year like no other, here are the essential tips and information needed to achieve your best in the 2020 HSC." Click on any of the following links to read that particular chapter.
Mrs Kathy McAlister
Leader of Curriculum
In this chapter: messages from the NESA chief executive and Minister for Education; key dates for major works and exams; understanding moderation; and disability provisions.
Chapter 2: New in 2020
In this chapter: What has changed due to COVID-19; what to expect if you are doing a new maths course; and meeting the HSC minimum standard.
Chapter 3: Top Tips from Top Students
In this chapter: Top students in English, mathematics, science, history, languages, PDHPE and construction tell how they aced their exams.
Chapter 4: Staying Healthy
In this chapter: Healthy vs unhealthy stress; managing stress, the importance of practising, and where to get support.
Chapter 5: Ready, Study, Go
In this chapter: Your checklist, how to study effectively, study tips, and the HSC journey.
Chapter 6: Sample HSC Questions
In this chapter: Mathematics, Geography, Biology, Economics, Studies of Religion, Physics, Textiles and Design, Hospitality and English Standard.
Chapter 7: Helpful Dos and Don'ts
In this chapter: How to succeed in Biology, Business Studies, Visual Arts, Design and Technology, English, History, Maths, PDHPE and Studies of Religion.