QCE Advanced courses of study
Advanced courses of study go beyond the scope and depth of what is considered senior secondary schooling and include university courses and diploma or advanced diploma programs. When undertaken by school students, these courses can contribute up to 8 credits towards the QCE. The following table summarises the options available. Please see below for further details.
| Course | Set standard | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| One- or two-semester university subjects completed by a person while enrolled at a school | Pass grade | 2 or 4 credits, respectively |
| Competencies contributing to VET diplomas or advanced diplomas | Competencies demonstrated | Up to 8 credits (on the basis of 1 credit per completed competency) |
| Recognised certificates and awards | Awarded | As recognised by the QSA |
University subjects
University subjects completed by school students can contribute credits towards a QCE. One-semester courses count for 2 credits, and 2-semester courses count for 4 credits. The required standard of achievement is a grade of 4 on a 7-point scale, or a Pass grade.
These subjects are generally separate subjects to Authority and Authority-registered subjects. They commonly go beyond what would normally be considered the Senior Phase of Learning. A university subject taken in conjunction with an Authority or Authority-registered subject for credit towards a QCE should involve additional learning to the 55 hours per semester timetabled for QSA subjects.
VET diplomas or advanced diplomas
Study towards a diploma or advanced diploma while enrolled at a school may contribute up to 8 credits towards a QCE. Each completed competency contributes 1 credit.
Recognised certificates and awards
Some certificates and awards in areas such as music, dance, drama, sport and community development can count as advanced courses of study towards the QCE. For information on course recognition and a list of recognised programs see Recognised studies.
Last reviewed: 7 January 2008
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