MacKillop Catholic College Course Guide 2026 - Senior School Years 10, 11 and 12

Sep 14, 2026

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MacKillop Catholic College Course Guide 2026 provides a clear roadmap for Years 10–12 students and families to navigate senior secondary study and make informed subject selections. The guide outlines available courses, key prerequisites, and learning pathways supporting progression into Years 11 and 12, including TASC courses and vocational education and training options. It explains broader pathways beyond Year 12, such as employment, apprenticeships, or further study, while encouraging families to use information and career counselling opportunities during the school term.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages124

Reading Time5 h 12 min

AccessFree to download

About this Course Guide

Mission Statement | Vision Statement

Welcome to MacKillop Senior School

Staff Available for Subject Advice

Year 10 Information

Planning a Course of Study

Years 11 and 12 Information

TASC Courses at MacKillop Catholic College

Vocational Education and Training

2026 2026 COURSE GUIDE SENIOR SCHOOL YEAR 10,11 AND 12 Create yuTURE @ MKC Mackillop Catholic College About this Course Guide This Course Guide serves as a roadmap for students navigating their academic journey for Years 10-12. This guide equips students with essential information, enabling them to make informed decisions about their subject choices. From outlining available courses to detailing prerequisites and offering insights into career pathways, the guide empowers students to craft a personalised curriculum that aligns with their interests, aspirations and future goals. The courses outlined for Year 11/12 represent our best understanding, at this stage, of the courses that will be delivered by the College, or by one of our partner 11/12 Colleges in 2026. This handbook is accurate at the time of printing – May 2025 Contents Mission Statement 4 | Vision Statement 4 | Welcome to the Senior School 5 Staff Available for Subject Advice 6 | The Language of Senior School 7 Year 10 Information 8 | Planning a Course of Study 1 1 | Years 11 and 12 Information 4 0 Year 11 and 12 TASC Courses at MacKillop Catholic College 4 8 | Vocational Education and Training 4 9 excell ceomncepsaessirvcne MacKillop Catholic College Course Guide 2026 3 Mission Statement As a Catholic College we provide a vibrant, inclusive learning community. We inspire: • Positive relationships that are life giving, collaborative and respectful • Equity and excellence • A passion for lifelong learning Vision Statement We are a Christ-centred learning community that fosters excellence, compassion and service. Welcome to MacKillop Senior School The MacKillop Catholic College Senior School program strives to prepare students to achieve personal excellence in all areas of school life and to see each student take their place in the wider community in the spirit of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop and Blessed Edmund Rice. Building upon the excellent work of the Years 7-9 programs, the MacKillop Catholic College Senior School aims to provide the opportunity for each student to become an independent and active learner, who is ready to confront the challenges of an ever-changing world through a rich and engaging curriculum that has abroad range of subject offerings. This Course Guide presents and explores study options over Years 10, 11 and 12 to support students and families as they journey together towards gaining the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) . It provides clear learning pathways from Year 10 into Year 11 and Year 12 in specific learning areas. It promotes a broad approach to senior secondary education, keeping options open for future directions beyond Year 12 including transitioning directly into employment, an apprenticeship or further study in the tertiary or TAFE sectors. The Course Guide plays one part in the process of bringing students to a position in which informed decisions can be made. Students and parents are urged to take full advantage of the opportunities offered for information, career, and subject counselling that will be offered in the coming weeks. It is hoped that by the end of Term 3, students will have selected their course of study for the following year. MacKillop Catholic College students have an established record of outstanding achievement in their studies, careers, sporting and cultural pursuits and service to the community. It is important for parents and students to understand what the Senior School program at MacKillop Catholic College has to offer – a continued connection and belonging to a community of faith, the opportunity for sustained growth as young people of compassion, hope and empathy through the continuation of religious education studies, opportunities for student leadership and personal development through the College’s leadership and vertical pastoral care programs, and the continuation and support of the bonds of friendship that students have developed

FAQs

What is the purpose of the MacKillop Catholic College Course Guide 2026?

The guide supports students and families to plan subject choices and understand study options across Years 10–12. It helps students make informed decisions about learning pathways and future directions.

What information does the guide include for subject selection?

It outlines available courses, relevant prerequisites, and guidance on career pathways. It also explains how students can progress from Year 10 into Year 11 and Year 12.

What options are described for Years 11 and 12?

The guide covers TASC courses offered at MacKillop Catholic College and includes vocational education and training options. It also discusses pathways beyond Year 12 such as employment, apprenticeships, or further study.

Sep 14, 2026

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