Becoming a psychologist in Australia is an interesting and sought-after career path that requires a combination of formal education, practical experience, and passion for helping other people. However, to begin this journey, you must first meet certain educational requirements. Understanding what ATAR you need to get into psychology, therefore, is a crucial first step. Continue reading this article if you want to find more about ATAR requirements, recommended high school subjects, and whether psychology is in high demand in Australia!

English essay writing can be intimidating for a lot of students. Most commonly, students are faced with the daunting question…how do I begin? Introductions are the marker’s first real indicator of a student’s abilities, knowledge and level of sophistication. They synthesise one’s skill in breaking down stimuli and questions, with their ability to synoptically introduce their main arguments, ideas and text(s). In reality, however, introductions are much simpler than one thinks. So keep reading to discover the secret to HSC English introductions!

Have you ever lost yourself enjoying a movie or short film, journeying on the backs of characters or hypothesising about your possible reactions to similar circumstances, only to be awakened by your teacher’s voice and the sudden realisation that this will become the subject of your analysis? In the English HSC, apart from analysing written texts, students are also faced with the challenge of unpacking films. Just like texts, films are constructed using techniques inherent to their genre and ‘text type’. Below is a comprehensive guide to understanding such techniques in order to use them in essays.

English HSC exams require students to craft insightful essays and short answer responses by unpacking the literary or language techniques present in texts. Below is a comprehensive list of the most common literary devices which are found in texts.

It’s 10 pm the night before your exam. You’re hung over your desk, head weighing low over the pile of notes you’re desperately trying to cram. Your laptop, as though an extension of yourself, is running out of battery. Will you remember your essay in the morning?.. When it comes to memorising an essay either for an in school assessment or the HSC, there are many methods that can be followed, depending on your learning style.

When facing the pressure of the HSC exams, a lot of students and parents consider the option of tutoring. Although it may not be the magical solution to one’s academic problems and success, it definitely provides the necessary support for one to improve and reach their full potential. Nonetheless, it ultimately comes down to the student’s preferences.

Year 12 is not only the year of the HSC but also the time when you choose your degree. Picking out which degree to study however, should not be cause for stress. Although following your passion is significant, there are many factors such as employability, that you may want to consider in order to make an informed decision.

English is perhaps one of the trickiest subjects to prepare for in your HSC. Unlike maths and science, there are no clear objective answers for every question you tackle. Rather, a greater importance is placed on your own subjective understanding of the texts that you study. It is true that grading criterias for English Advanced are quite arbitrary and loose. An essay that gets you a 20/20 for one exam might turn into an 18/20 when marked by another teacher. Nonetheless, there are certain approaches and principles you can follow to create consistently high-scoring essay responses.

Gaining entry into undergraduate medicine is a very daunting challenge and one that is very difficult. It can often feel overwhelming due to the many different requirements and barriers to entry. This article is aimed at making that process a little easier and give you an understanding of the challenges you will face along the way. This article is mainly focused on highschool leavers, however I will briefly discuss the process for students taking a gap year as well as transferring from a university course.

Knowing if you will like the degree you choose in the future is always a hard decision. But if you are thinking about choosing Law, it can be helpful to learn from the experiences of other students to help you make the right choice. This article will guide students through what it is like studying Law/Arts in university to hopefully bring clarity to what students may want to study in the future.

Picking subjects is always a tough decision to make and has a massive impact on your HSC experience. You will often hear that you should pick subjects with high scaling or possibly miss out on doing subjects you enjoy. This article will focus on helping you approach these questions and hopefully make the decision making process easier for you.

We dive into how to write an English introduction using a structure that you can repeat for a wide range of essays, giving tips and tricks to make your introduction clear, concise, and HSC ready!

An overview of the best high schools in Sydney and how to select the right one to support your academic goals and overall school experience.

The English Advanced syllabus is undergoing notable changes, as outlined in the draft proposal for the new upcoming English Advanced syllabus. Click to find out more.

HSC English Standard can be difficult to study for. In this blog, we go over high-value tips that will help you achieve a Band 6!

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Stuck with finding a related text for the Common Module of English Advanced in Year12? Learn more here.

Many struggle over low marks, and yet don’t realise it’s due to their anxiety ruining it all. What’s this secret killer’s trick?

What’s the first term assignment, and why does it set the tone for your HSC success so early on? Click to find out more.

In this blog, we'll explore the best related texts for every elective of English Extension and provide a short summary of each.