As VCE results day approaches nearer and nearer, it’s important to fully understand how preferences work so that you can make the most informed decision. Put your preferences in the exact order of your actual preferences A mistake people often make is thinking that they should put something they’re likely to get into first. However,… Continue reading Important Things to Remember About Course Preferences
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Short Answer Sections and Summer Holiday Advice
Hello everyone, here is my last article for 2020, which will discuss short answer sections and the forthcoming summer holidays. Short answer sections (Section A of the exam) As you may be aware, the unit and 4 English Language exam has 3 sections. The first of these sections is worth 15 of the 75 marks… Continue reading Short Answer Sections and Summer Holiday Advice
Math Methods – Conquering differentiation
If you’ve just finished year 11 and are taking Math Methods next year, this article is for you! Differentiation is an absolute must in order to be successful in this course. Many students struggle to differentiate, but usually don’t realize that most of the time, their struggles simply boil down to a lack of practice.… Continue reading Math Methods – Conquering differentiation
Private Tutoring or Tutoring Centre: What is Best for You?
Many students use some form of tutoring service (either in-person or online) to help get them through the school. Tutors can be a massive help in getting students caught up in areas of the syllabus they may find particularly challenging, as well as advantaging students who choose to use the service to get ahead. Either… Continue reading Private Tutoring or Tutoring Centre: What is Best for You?
Is A Gap Year A Bad Idea?
As every student knows, most people seem to have an opinion on whether or not you should take a gap year after school. It is a massive decision, after all! In the end, you need to work out what suits you best, as everyone’s journey is different. Pros A gap year will give you more… Continue reading Is A Gap Year A Bad Idea?
SACs Explained – How important are SACs in VCE?
As a tutor, there is one question I get asked more than any other. From parents. From students. Even from other tutors! What they all want to know is… How important are SACs? In fairness, the link between school assessed coursework (SACs) and your final study score for a VCE subject is not well covered… Continue reading SACs Explained – How important are SACs in VCE?
Last Minute Advice for the VCE English Exam
With the English exam just around the corner, it’s the time of year when everyone realises: I need to get my sh*t together. If you haven’t done as much work as you should have this year, here are some tips for you. Read your books If you haven’t already read your English texts, this is… Continue reading Last Minute Advice for the VCE English Exam
Preparing for the End of Year VCE Chemistry Exam
The end of year VCE Chemistry Exam is fast approaching and the time to start revision is NOW. What can you do to help you prepare? Well, there are several things: Finalise your notes – make sure that you finish writing up your notes as soon as possible, as you don’t want to spend most… Continue reading Preparing for the End of Year VCE Chemistry Exam
Spectroscopy – How do I Succeed in this Topic?
Spectroscopy is a topic that many students struggle with however once you understand what is going on and practice by doing questions you will soon get the hang of it. The best way to learn this topic is to do practice questions whether that be from the textbook or from past exam questions, the more… Continue reading Spectroscopy – How do I Succeed in this Topic?
Ready to ACE Chemistry? Study Tips for HSC Chemistry
The HSC Chemistry exam is almost here! Make sure you maximise your chance of achieving your personal best! Here are a few tips that personally helped me alleviate the stress and allowed me to feel more confident before my exam. Understand before memorising: I have seen plenty of students spending countless hours trying to perfectly… Continue reading Ready to ACE Chemistry? Study Tips for HSC Chemistry