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Taylors College 20854 taylors high school brochure lr 20151028213955
1. Taylors High School Program 2016
Years 10,11 and 12
taylorscollege.edu.au
Sydney,Australia
Prepare.Progress.Succeed.
2. Welcome to our modern
international high school in
the exciting city of Sydney
Contents
Choosing a collegewhereyouwill receivethe support
you needto developyouracademic,English and
personal skills is an important decision.Foryoung
international studentswho are atthe start oftheir
overseas studyjourneyandwhowantto progressto
university,Taylors High School is a great placeto be.
We are a modern international high schoolwith over
90years’experience inteaching and supporting
studentsfrom all overtheworld.We can helpyou
adaptto life in a newcountry,gain an internationally
recognised High School qualification and become a
well-rounded studentwho is readyto start university
life.We offerexpertteachers,awarm andfriendly
learning environment and modernfacilities.
Taylors High School is located in Sydney,Australia’s
largest and most exciting city.It’s afantastic place
to live and study.The college isveryclosetothe
central business district,majoruniversities and
worldfamous attractions.
Ourcollege andthisvibrant cityofferyou excellent
opportunitiesto makefriends,expandyourlearning
and enjoynewexperiences outside ofthe classroom.
What awonderful starttoyourlife journey!
Welcome 1
Yourjourneyto universitysuccess 2-3
Sydney: aworld-class city 4-5
Whyshould I choosetheTaylors High School program 6-7
Meet ourstudents 8-9
Taylors High School program-Year10 study 10-13
Taylors High School program-Year11 study 14-17
Taylors High School program-Year12 study 18-21
Meet ourteachers 22-23
Wherewill I live? 24-25
Wherewill I study? 26-27
Help and support 28
Fees,course information and start dates 29
Course subject descriptions 30-31
Academic English Preparation 32
Entryrequirements 33
Howto apply 34
Applicationform 35-36
”We can help you adapt to
life in a new country,gain an
internationally recognised
High School qualification
and become a well-rounded
student who is readyto
start university life.”
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CHRIS NORTON
TAYLORS COLLEGE PRINCIPAL,SYDNEY
SYDNEYCBD
UNIVERSITYOF SYDNEY
CENTRALSTATION
UNIVERSITYOFTECHNOLOGY,SYDNEY
TAYLORS COLLEGE
3. AUSTRALIAN
OR OVERSEAS
UNIVERSITY
ACADEMIC
ENGLISH
PREPARATION
(AEP)
YEAR 10
YEAR 11
study a minimum
of 12 units
YEAR 12
study a minimum
of 10 units
UNIVERSITY
OF SYDNEY
FOUNDATION
PROGRAM
YEAR 10 ENTRY YEAR 11 ENTRY
Your journey to
university success
taylorscollege.edu.au 32 Taylors High School program Your journeyto university success
Your journeyto university starts here
We helpyoung international students likeyouto gain
theacademicqualifications,confidenceandpersonalskills
theyneedtoenteruniversity.OurHighSchoolprogram
is comprised ofYears 10,11 and 12.Eachyearofthe
program offers a newlevel ofpersonal and academic
support.This ensuresyou are continuallydeveloping
andfeelwell-preparedforeach step ofyourjourney.
Awarm and supportive learning environment
Ourstudentstell usthat it's easyto makefriends here
andthat ourteachersfeel likefamily.With 90years’
experiencewe knowthat students are successful intheir
studieswhentheylearn in a supportive environment
withfriendly,well-qualifiedteachers.Fromdayone,wewill
giveyou a high level ofpersonal and academic support.
A globally recognised qualification
The HigherSchool Certificate (HSC) is recognised by
universities and employersworldwide,providing a good
range ofoptions onceyou completeyourstudies.With
an HSC,you can applyto multiple universities,and as
aninternationalstudentyouwillalsobeabletoreceive
multiple offers.Manyofourstudents have progressed
to universities aroundtheworld,includingAustralia.
University-style learning environment
Ourteaching style helpsyouto make a smoothtransition
from schoolto university,andto develop keystudyskills.
Onceyou start university,youwill alreadyknowhow
to participate and be ableto perform atyourbest.
Our expert teachers
International students have different needstothose
oflocal students,which iswhyourclasses andtimetables
are speciallydesignedforyou.Manyofourteachers
have been supporting overseas students atTaylorsfor
over10years,and knowwhat everystudent needs on
each step oftheirjourney.Whetheryouwanttotalk
about homesickness oracademic questions,university
applications orcareeradvice,ourexpertteachers
and experienced student supportteamwill always
bethereforyou.
You can read more about ourteachers
on page 22.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ONACADEMIC
ENGLISH PREPARATION,SEE PAGE 32.
19%
medicine and
health science
19%
business/management/
commerce
arts/socialsciences/
education
31%
engineering
31%
FACULTY DESTINATIONS
(university offers as at
December '14)
Taylors College is expert in helping
international students to successfully
complete their HSC and gain the skills
needed to secure a place at a university
oftheir choice.
”Inthe local school,teacherstaught us atthe same level astheAussies,which
was hard because ofthe language problems.AtTaylors,teachers understand
andtake care ofus more.Theyteach us one byone and explainwordsthatwe
don't understand.So it's goodforus.”
TINA FROM CHINA,TRANSFERRED FROMAN
AUSTRALIAN PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL.NOWSTUDYINGYEAR 12
4. Sydney:
a world-class city
Ourcityis one ofthe most inspiring places anystudent
could learn in.You can be active allyearroundthanksto
oursunnyweatherandfresh air.Whilst on class excursions
to ourmuseums,yourperspectiveswill be broadened
and ourincredible restaurantswill giveyoutastesfrom
aroundtheworld.
Welcome to friendly and vibrant Sydney.
Explore ourfamous sites
Get readyto makeyourfriends jealous!The Opera
House and HarbourBridge aretwo ofthe mostfamous
landmarks intheworld,and make great photosto share
withfriends andfamilybackhome.Close byyou'llfind
the Botanic Gardens andTheAustralian Museumwhich
will bringto lifethe science and historyyou learn about
in class.
Sydneyis aworld-famous shopping destinationtoo.
You can explorethe best ofAustralian and global brands
in Pitt Street Mall,which is a short bus ortrain journey
fromthe college.
Tryfood from around the world
Sydneyis averymulticultural city,soyouwillfind every
type ofcuisine here.Chinatown is a good placeto eat
foodfrom aroundAsia.Nearby,Darling Harbourhas
popularbakeries,ice cream parlours and restaurants
withviews overthewater.Taylors College is closeto
some great placesto eattoo.You cantake a shortwalk
to Danks Street onyourlunch breakandtrydelicious
food inthe cool cafésthere.
Relax on our beaches
There are manybeachesto choosefrom in Sydney,and
each has its own atmosphere.Some offersports such as
volleyball and surfing.Others have great BBQfacilities.
You'll be spoiltforchoice attheweekends!
Feel at home in ourfriendly city
Sydneyis alreadyhometo peoplefrom all aroundthe
world,soyouwill be sure ofawarmwelcome here.
Australians arefamouslyfriendlysoyou'll have plentyof
opportunitytotalkwith peopleyou meet aroundthe city.
Close to Asia
Sydney’slocationmakestripstoAsiancountrieseasyand
convenient.ThisisparticularlyusefulforAsianstudents
whomaywanttoreturnhomeduringtheholidays.
With a great mix of stunning natural sights like ourworld-famous
beaches and parks,to the iconic Opera House and Harbour Bridge,
Sydney has something for everyone to enjoy.Bask in the perfect
lifestyle that Sydney has to offer.
taylorscollege.edu.au 54 Taylors High School program Sydney: a world-class city
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Bondi BeachCafé culture
Friendly and welcoming city
Sydney Opera HouseSydney CBD
Sydneyfacts
• Voted most popular city in the world for international university students
(2014 Global Cities Index,A.T.Kearney)
• Population: 4.6 million
• Australia’s oldest and largest city
• Rated as one ofthe top cities in the world to live in (The Economist
Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Global Liveability Report–ranked 7; Monocle’s
Most Liveable Cities Index 2013–ranked 9)
• Home to the world famous Sydney Opera House and the Sydney
Harbour Bridge
• The economic hub ofAustralia
5. Why should I choose the
Taylors High School program?
taylorscollege.edu.au 76 Taylors High School program Why should I choose the Taylors High School program?
Taylors High School is a modern international
college for overseas students who want to gain
their Higher School Certificate (HSC) and prepare
foruniversity.OverYears 10,11 and 12we’ll support
and develop you at each stage ofyour journey.
Study skills that are valued bytop universities
and employers
ATaylors High School educationwill prepareyou
forsuccess at anyuniversityaroundtheworld,and in
anycareerthatyouwishto pursue.Youwill learn how
to participate in group discussions,give presentations
and improveyourconversation and engagement
skills.These are keyattributesthat employers look
forin prospective employees.
The one-to-one support you need
As aTaylors High School studentyouwill haveweekly
one-to-onetutorialswithyourteachers.
Duringthese sessionsyou can ask
questions aboutyourstudies,gain
additional support ordiscuss issues
such asyouruniversityapplications.
We make Sydney our classroom
To giveyou awell-rounded educationwe organise awide
range ofextra-curricularactivities.These includefuntrips
tozoos,museums,universities and historical sites.
Student progression
In 2014 100% ofourHSC students received an offer
from atertiaryinstitution.Some ofourtop performing
students have gone onto studyat Group ofEight
universities inAustralia aswell as universities inthe
US and Germany.
Academic English Preparation (AEP)
IfyouneedadditionalhelptoreachthelevelofEnglish
language proficiencyrequiredforthe High School
program,youcanjoinourAEPprogram.Thecoursehelps
youto makefast progress in speaking,writing,reading
andlistening.Youwillalsolearnresearchandstudy
techniques neededforthe High School program.
We’ll helpyou achieve good grades,enjoycollege
life and developthe independentthinking skills and
confidenceyouwill need at university.
Experts in educating international students
Ourteachers are ourgreatest asset.We have a
wonderfulteam offriendlyand experiencedteachers
who are expert inworkingwith international students.
The majorityofteachers haveworkedwith usfor
manyyears.This provides a continuityofcarefor
students and meansthatyouwill betaught bythe
sameteachersthroughoutyourtime here.
Manyofourteachers have professional experience
includingfinance and business.Theybringthis
experience intothe classroom,showing how
academic subjects can be applied inthe realworld.
in 2014:
100%of our higher schoolcertificate students
receivedan offer fromatertiaryinstitution
We have a wonderful team offriendly and
experienced teachers who are expert in
working with international students
IthinkI've become more confident.TheAustralian school I attendedwas
a small communitywith onlylocal students.Here,I can meet a lot offriends
from different countries and also someAustralianfriendstoo,so it's great.
DEREK FROM CHINA,TRANSFERRED FROMAN
AUSTRALIAN PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL.NOWSTUDYINGYEAR 12
AfterI movedtoTaylors High School
Iwas ableto dramaticallyincrease
mygrades duetothe supportive
environment andfriendlyteachers.
EMILYFROMAUSTRALIA,GRADUATED
FROMTAYLORS HIGH SCHOOLIN 2014.
NOWSTUDYINGABACHELOR OFARTS
ATTHE UNIVERSITYOF SYDNEY
6. Meet our students
taylorscollege.edu.au 98 Taylors High School program Meet our students
As a High School student,I always knew I wanted to progress
to the University of Sydney.Taylors High School gave me the
opportunity of attending university open days,events and
even lectures there.
For as long as I can remember,I have always wanted to do a
Pharmacydegree.InYear12 however,I startedtofocus on other
options,and the person who helped me most was my career
adviser and English teacher at
TaylorsHighSchool,JennieMasia.
Shehelpedmetolookatdifferent
degrees,different universities
and different options.
Thething I admirethe most aboutTaylors High School isthe
support I receivedfrom everyone atthe school.Iwouldn't have
been ableto achievewhat I have achievedwithoutthat caring
environment.Whenthings got difficult backat home,in Syria,
I reached outforsupportfrom counsellors andfelt it made a
great difference.When I approached myteachersforassistance,
theyneverfailedto help me.
I used to study at a local government high school.I transferred
to Taylors College last year.I thinkthe facilities,the environment
and the resources here are much betterthan the local school.
I feel more at home.
After my HSC I'm thinking
about going to the Sydney
Conservatorium of Music
because I want to study
music in the future.Music is
the thing that I always love.My music teacher at Taylors is very
friendly and very professional too.
Taylors has helped me in many different ways.They provide
a lot of useful information,not onlyfrom textbooks,but also
in regards to the criteria ofthe exams and several useful tips
to help us study and get good marks.They also help us to
become more independent and able to speak English better.
Taylors College was recommended to my parents and me by
an acquaintance and we instantly liked it,so we didn’t check out
other schools.I like the friendly atmosphere here and the fact
that the teachers are really close to the students.
When I was in Vietnam,I was a bit above average but not a top
student.At Taylors I think I
am quite different,because
I understand the courses
more.The classes are small,
so the teacher can focus
more on each student,so I
think I have improved quite a lot since I was in Vietnam.
I am also a Year 12 Leader.Leaders are chosen bytheir
classmates to represent them and theirviews at meetings.If
theywant to introduce changes,they can tell us and we will go
and talkto teachers in the school and we will make something
better.It's a great feeling that people trust me.
Being Australian,learning about other cultures was always
important to me.Taylors High School is a very multi-cultural
place,and that's why I chose to studythere.Flexible start dates
were also a great
advantage.By joining the
extra-curricular activities,
I was able to develop my
self confidence and make
newfriends.
After I moved to Taylors High School I was able to dramatically
improve my grades due to the supportive environment and
friendlyteachers.
Afterfinishing my HSC at Taylors,I went to China forthree
months to teach English to kindergarten children,which was
an amazing experience.
I was a little shy before enrolling at Taylors
High School,but being in constant interaction
with students from all around the world made
me become much more outgoing.
I have always felt that I was so luckyto be
a student at Taylors High School,and not
at any other private or public schools.
Taylors College was recommended to us
and we instantly liked it.I like the friendly
atmosphere here and the fact that the
teachers are really close to the students.
Taylors provide a lot of useful information,
not onlyfrom textbooks,but also in regards
to the criteria ofthe exams and several useful
tips to help us study.
ALISAR FROM SYRIA,GRADUATED FROM
TAYLORSHIGHSCHOOLIN2014.NOWSTUDYING
ABACHELOR OF SCIENCE-NUTRITIONAND
DIETETICSATTHE UNIVERSITYOF SYDNEY
DEREK FROM CHINA
YEAR 12,2015
ERI FROMVIETNAM
YEAR 12,2015
EMILY FROMAUSTRALIA,GRADUATED
FROMTAYLORS HIGH SCHOOLIN 2014.
NOWSTUDYINGABACHELOR OFARTS
ATTHE UNIVERSITYOF SYDNEY
7. Taylors High School program
Year 10 study
“Year10 is about hands-on learning
through excursions,highlyinteractive
classesthat develop English language
confidence,andafocusonorganisational
skills,time management and social
development.“
MARIOTORRELLI,HEAD OF ENGLISH
taylorscollege.edu.au 1110 Taylors High School program Year 10 study
The Taylors College Year 10 High School
program is an important first step for
young international students.We will
help you adapt to life in a new country
and provide a safe and caring learning
environment.You will soon make new
friends and begin the journeyto
HSC success.
Starting the Taylors College High School
program in Year 10 will give you:
• a safe,secure and modern environment
where you will soon feel at home
• opportunities to join clubs and make
newfriends
• a head start in your academic studies
and English language practice
8. Taylors High School program:
Year 10 study
taylorscollege.edu.au 1312 Taylors High School program Year 10 study
Awarm welcome
Movingto a newcountryis a big stepforyoung
students.YouwillfindthatTaylors High School is a
veryfriendlyplacefull ofteachers and studentswho
understandwhat itfeels liketotakethat big step,
and can helpyouto settle in.Manystudents are
nervous atfirst,buttheysoonfeel at home in our
safe and secure High School.
One-to-one support and guidance
OurStudent Support Services andteaching staff
workcloselytogetherto make sureyou are happy
and securefrom dayone.Ourstaffmembers have
manyyears’experience inworkingwith international
students.Ifyou have anyquestions aboutyourstudies,
yourhomestayorjust need afriendlyearto listen,
ourstaffare availableto helpyou.
A strong foundation
ByjoiningTaylors inYear10,youwill havethe space
andtimeto adapttoAustralian life and a newlearning
environment.This meansthatwhenyou startYear11,
youwill understand howthe collegeworks andwhat is
expected ofyou.More importantly,youwill gain a strong
academicfoundation andfeel confident about starting
the next stage ofyourstudies.
Improving your English language skills
Speaking Englishforayearwill reallyincreaseyourskills
and confidence,and prepareyouto betterunderstand
yourHSC classes.Chattingtoyourhostfamily,socialising
withfriends and studying in an English speaking
environmentwill help improveyourspeaking,listening,
reading andwriting.
Making newfriends
In local schools,friendship groups are often already
established and some international students
canfeel isolated.AtTaylors it’s easyto makefriends
becausethe majorityofstudents arefrom overseas
and inthe same situation.To help,we organise
orientation activitiesto helpyouto getto knowthe
otherstudents.We also offera great range ofclubs
and activitieswhereyou can make newfriends and
havefun outside ofthe classroom.
Living with a friendly homestay
Year10 students often live in a private homewith an
Australianfamily.All ourhomestayhosts arefriendly
andwelcoming.Theyare experienced in providing a
safe and secure living environment,and understand
the level ofsupport ayoung studentfrom overseas
needswhentheyfirst arrive here.
Safetyis ournumberone priority.All ourhomestays
are police checked and inspected beforewe place
studentsthere.
We've created a
safe and nurturing
environment for our
Year 10 students.
This ensures you
receive the care and
one-to-one support
needed to settle in and
feel confident about
progressing to
Years 11 and 12.
YEAR 10 HIGHLIGHTS
LIVE INAFRIENDLY
AUSTRALIAN
HOMESTAY
JOIN CLUBSAND
MAKE NEWFRIENDS
GETTO KNOWOUR
FANTASTICTEACHERS
AND SUPPORTSTAFF
BEGINYOUR
STUDIESAND
LEARN IMPORTANT
STUDYSKILLS
PRACTISE ENGLISH
EVERYDAY
In Year 10,students also participate in a range of sporting
activities.Clubs and sports run alternate Wednesdays,with
activities including soccer,basketball,badminton,ten-pin
bowling,cycling,lasertag and rock climbing.
“Ifyou start at Year 10 you knowwhat's going
on and you knowwhat's going to happen in
Year 11 and 12.You'll be more prepared.
Iwas looking at otherschools,and since I'm new
to this environment I could see that there are
many nationalities in this school so I thought
that I would fit in better.
Theteachers are reallyfriendly.Ifyou askquestions
in class,theywill explain things more slowly,and
make it easierforyou to understand.Ifyou still
don't understand,you can cometo them in tutorial
time and theywill help you.”
At Taylors it’s easyto make
friends because the majority
of students are from overseas
and in the same situation
PHALLIN FROM CAMBODIA
STARTED IN YEAR 10,NOW IN YEAR 11
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOMESTAY
ACCOMMODATION,SEE PAGE 24.
9. The Higher School Certificate
Year 11 study
“Year11focuses on interactive learning
with an emphasis on reading and
writing skills,assessment practice,and
learningtothinkas an HSC student.“
MARIOTORRELLI,HEAD OF ENGLISH
taylorscollege.edu.au 1514 Taylors High School program Year 11 study
During Year 11 students undertake a career
development program.You will complete a
series ofworkshops designed to help you
identify skills and areas of interest that will
guide your study and career goals.
Starting the Taylors College High School
program in Year 11 will give you:
• a focus on academic learning
• dailyone-to-onetutorialsto support study
• personal development opportunities
outside the classroom
10. The Higher School Certificate:
Year 11 study
In Year 11 you will focus
on the academic journey
towards gaining the Higher
School Certificate.The
HSC is an internationally
recognised qualification
that can open doors to
universities and rewarding
careers all overthe world.
taylorscollege.edu.au 1716 Taylors High School program Year 11 study
Expert teachers
We have ateam ofdedicated and experienced
teacherswho understandthe level ofsupportthat
international students needto dowell.AtTaylors
High Schoolthere is real equalityandfriendship between
students andteachers.Youwill be encouragedto ask
questions,participate in class and receive ongoing
one-to-one support.
Teachers also bringtheirreal-world professional
experience intothe classroom.This complements
academic learning and helpsyou understand subjects
from a newperspective.
Dailytutorials
To ensureyou are happyand progressingwell,we
timetable dailyone-to-onetutorials across each ofyour
subjects.This providesyouwiththe individual attention,
support and encouragementyou needto succeed.
University study skills
ThroughoutYear11youwillstartto developthekey
studyskillsyouwill need inyourfuture universitystudies.
This includes undertaking research,giving presentations
and learning independent studytechniques.
University of Sydney Foundation Program
(USFP) option
Forstudentswhowantto progress specificallytothe
UniversityofSydney,we offeran additional option on
successful completion ofYear11.USFPis a pathway
programthat providesthe academicfoundation
international students needto successfullyprogress
intothe UniversityofSydney,atop ranking
Australian university.
USFPstudents aretaught onthe same campus
and bythe sameteachers asthe High School Program.
Theyalso joinYear12 students onvisitstothe
UniversityofSydney.
To be awardedthe HigherSchool Certificate,students
must complete bothYear11 and 12.
Personal development
Participating in college activities outside ofthe
classroom is an effectivewayto develop life skills such
asteamwork,leadership and communication.It’s also
a greatwayto meet studentsfrom otherprograms
and make newfriends.
Forexample,you could joinTaylorsAction Group (TAG),
ourvoluntarystudent organisation.InTAG,you can
become more involved in college lifethroughfundraising
and organising events.This includes organising Chinese
NewYearcelebrations,college picnics and student
welcome parties.
Exploring Sydney
Studying inthe heart ofSydneyprovidesfurther
opportunitiesforyoutolearnoutsidetheclassroom.
Activitiessuchasmuseumtripsofferculturalenrichment
and a newwayoflearning.Ourclose proximitytothe
city’s central business district givesyou easyaccessto
Australia’sfinancial and business hub.
“In my country,ifyou have completed your
studies in a good country such as Australia you
will have great job opportunities in the future.
In myyear,there are Aussie students so I have
the opportunityto learn their culture and of
course learn their language as well.In the future
I want to be a diplomat so it's good to connect
with all types of people of all nationalities.
I love the life here.I'm really satisfied.”
ALI FROM AZERBAIJAN
PREVIOUSLY STUDIED YEAR 10.
CURRENTLY STUDYING YEAR 11
YEAR 11 HIGHLIGHTS
BEGINTHE HSC
ACADEMICJOURNEY
DEVELOPUNIVERSITY
STUDYSKILLS
GETONE-TO-ONE
SUPPORT IN DAILY
TUTORIALS
LIVE INAFRIENDLY
AUSTRALIAN
HOMESTAY OR
STUDENTRESIDENCE
”It isveryimportantthat students learntoworkwith others.Groupwork
teaches leadership skills,patience and listening.”
JENNIE MASIA,ENGLISHTEACHER,STUDENTADVISERAND CAREERSADVISER
11. The Higher School Certificate
Year 12 study
“Year 12 is all about interactive learning
and building your assessment skills
readyforthe final HSC examination.
We developyourorganisational andtime
management abilities,aswell asfocusing
on skills such as social interaction,
personal confidence and respect.“
MARIOTORRELLI,HEAD OF ENGLISH
taylorscollege.edu.au 1918 Taylors High School program Year 12 study
TheTaylors CollegeYear12 High
School programfocuses onthefuture.
Youwill completeyourHSC studies,
applyto universityand exploreyourcareer
options.You can onlyenterYear12 if
you have completedYear11 at a
NewSouthWales school.
Studying the Taylors College High School
program in Year 12 will give you:
• a focus on independent learning
• tools and guidance to make successful
university applications
• access to careers advisers and workshops
• opportunities for developing leadership skills
through the Year 12 Leadership Program
12. The Higher School Certificate:
Year 12 study
taylorscollege.edu.au 2120 Taylors High School program Year 12 study
Independent learning
InYear12youwill continueto benefitfrom our
university-style environment ensuringyou arewell
preparedforyouruniversitystudies.Youwill undertake
independent learning assignments including research
and projectwork.
Continued academic and personal support
Independent learning is an importantfeature ofthe
finalyear,butyouwill continueto receive a high level of
support and one-to-one attentionfromyourteachers.
You can also join dedicated studygroupswhereyou can
collaboratewith otherstudents and concentrate on
achievingthe gradesyou need.
Facilities to support your studies
AtTaylors High Schoolwe providethetechnologyand
facilitiestosupportindependentseniorlearning,including:
• Dedicated studyrooms
• English Learning Centre
• ComputerAccess Rooms
• Library
•Accessto online studytools ClickViewand StudySmart
from home
University lectures and open days
Universitylecture days helpyoutofind out about
universities and decidewhereto apply.University
representativesvisitTaylorstotalkabouttheircourses
and answeranyquestions.We also organise university
visitswhereyou cantourcampuses,attend lectures
and experience universitylife.
Support to applyto the universityyou choose
Unlike domestic High School students,international
students can receive upto sixuniversityoffers.
As aTaylors College studentyou can applyto multiple
universities inAustralia and aroundtheworld.With over
90years’experience,we understandwhat universities
lookforin candidates.Wewill guideyou safelythrough
each step ofthe universityapplication process.From
advising on universitychoicesto completing application
forms,wewill ensureyou have everythingyou need
to succeed.
Careerworkshops
We offera range ofcareeractivitiesto helpyou build
skills neededforemployment,gain experience and
explore careeroptions.These includevolunteering
opportunities,learning howtowrite a résumé and
practising interviewtechniques.We also advise on
local careeropportunities.
Year 12 is the final step ofthe High School program,
focusing on independent learning and exam preparation.
We will help you to applyto universities and explore
employment opportunities.
TO BEAWARDEDTHE HIGHER
SCHOOLCERTIFICATE,YOU MUST
COMPLETE BOTH YEARS 11AND 12.
“In China,everydayIwas studyingfrom
7 o'clockuntil 10 o'clockat night.When I came
here I relaxed a lot.I can decide howto study.
When I relaxI can actuallyread more information.
I'm more confident and I've got morefriends
here.They'refrom different countries and all ofus
actuallyhavethe same experience.Theteachers
not onlycare aboutyourstudying,theyalso care
aboutyourlife in Sydney.
AfterYear12 Iwantto studyMedical Science
and probablygotothe UniversityofSydney
orthe UniversityofNewSouthWales.”
YILIN FROM CHINA
PREVIOUSLY STUDIED AEP,YEAR 10 AND
YEAR 11.CURRENTLY STUDYING YEAR 12.
YEAR 12 HIGHLIGHTS
STUDENTS ARE
PROVIDED THE
OPPORTUNITYTO
VISITUNIVERSITIES
AND ATTEND CAREERS
MARKETS
YEAR 12 STUDENTS
HAVE THE
OPPORTUNITYTO
PARTICIPATE IN THE
YEAR 12 LEADERSHIP
PROGRAM
TAYLORS ASSISTS
STUDENTS TO SELECT
AND APPLYTO
AUSTRALIAN AND
INTERNATIONAL
UNIVERSITIES
TOBEAWARDED
THEHIGHERSCHOOL
CERTIFICATE,
STUDENTSMUST
COMPLETEBOTH
YEARS11AND12
High School students can
applyto multiple universities in
Australia and around the world.
With over 90 years’experience,
we understand what universities
lookfor in candidates.
”In China,Ithinkeveryone just doestheirownwork.But inTaylors High
School,we doteamwork.We've got a studyroom andwe all study
together.Ithinkit's really,reallygood.”
EVA FROM CHINA,STUDYINGYEAR 12
13. Meet our teachers
taylorscollege.edu.au 2322 Taylors High School program Meet ourteachers
10years
average length of staff service
I started teaching in 1985 and began working at Taylors College
in 2000.Classes here are structured to caterto the needs of
international students and are designed to academically prepare
them forfurther study.
ESL(English as a Second
Language) is predominant,
and ourteachers are experts
inthis area.AtTaylors,
students are given more
responsibilityforlearning
and as a result develop betterindependent learning skills.
Taylors College provides quality,opportunity,understanding,trust
and respecttogetherwith a high standard ofacademic learning.
As Dean ofthe High School I have the responsibility of making
sure that all the students successfully complete the Higher
School Certificate (HSC) and progress onto their chosen course
at the universitythey have selected.
It is my responsibilityto
ensure that students elect
courses that suit their
interests,needs andtalents.
In addition,I am also
responsible for ensuring
that all students progress
successfullythrough Years
10,11 and 12,during which time they become mature young
men and women,readyto face the challenges that the world
has to offerthem.
The environment ofTaylors is very different from that of other
schools; it is more of a university environment.The students
design their own study program by electing subjects they enjoy
and excel in.We can even accommodate students who wish to
studytheir native language as part ofthe HSC.
International students have a need to be
supported on theirfirst journey in a new
country,a new culture and a language that
theywant to master.I enjoy being an
important part ofthis journeyforthem.
I particularly enjoyteaching international
students because it is incredibly rewarding
to see howfarthey come academically and
personally in the short time they are with us.
I am proud ofthe fact that we have had
very successful HSC results.Our students
have attained the highest scores in NSW
in subjects such as English as a Second
Language,Mathematics and in Chinese
Background Speakers.
I encourage discussion and questioning
in class and often use personal experiences
to help explain concepts.
I have worked at Taylors College for 14 years.I help students to
prepare fortheirfutures byteaching them English skills,study
skills and time management skills.More importantly,I encourage
them to work hard,be
optimistic and confident.
Myteaching style is firm
and fair.I believe students
need boundaries and they
also want to be heard.
I particularly enjoyteaching international students because it is
incredibly rewarding to see howfarthey come academically and
personally in the short time they are with us.
The benefits of studying High School at Taylors College in
Sydney are that students are exposed to a variety of cultures,
are taught byvery committed teachers and they are encouraged
to achieve their goals.
Also,Sydney is the best city in the world!
I have been a teacherfor over 20 years,and have worked in
a diverse range of schools.My role includes teaching English,
running the Study Skills
program and assisting
students in making informed
university choices.
I encourage discussion and
questioning in class and often use personal experiences to
help explain concepts.Atouch of humour is also present in
my classroom!
My advice to parents or students considering Taylors College
is to seize this opportunity; it will be one ofthe best decisions
you make.
MARIO TORRELLI
HEAD OF ENGLISH
SHANNON HUTCHINSON
ENGLISH TEACHER AND CAREERS ADVISER
FREDA PAPPAS
DEAN OF TAYLORS HIGH SCHOOL
JENNIE MASIA,ENGLISH TEACHER,STUDENT
AND CAREERS ADVISER (YEARS 10 AND 11)
14. Where will I live?
taylorscollege.edu.au 2524 Taylors High School program Where will I live?
Student residences
(for students aged 18+)
Student residences arethe perfect optionforstudents
whowant independent living combinedwiththe safety
and securityofa supervised environment.
Ourstudentresidencesareclosetothecollege,providing
comfortable,furnished student apartments. Each
apartment has a private bathroom and kitchenette.
To ensure safetyand securitythe residences have
live-in residential supervisors and swipe keyaccess.
UniLodge
UniLodge offersfurnished apartment-style living in a
choice ofcitylocations.Each building has communal
areas inwhichyou can cookand socialisewithfriends.
Central Parkisthe newest location,and is closeto a
shopping centre,green spaces andtransport links.
Urbanest
Experience ultra-modernfurnished accommodation in
theheartofSydneyatUrbanest.LocatedinHaymarket,
UrbanestisashortwalkfromCentralrailwaystationand
withineasyreachofTaylorsCollegeandSydney’ssights.
Homestay (compulsoryfor students
aged under 17)
Living in homestayaccommodation is awonderful
opportunityto experienceAustralian culture,live in
afriendlyand safe home environment and still enjoy
yourindependence.Spendingtimewith a hostfamily
is also a greatwayto getto knowlocal people and
practiseyourEnglish.
All ourhomestayfamilies arefriendlyandwelcoming,
and experienced in looking afterinternational students.
Theyare also police checked and inspected byus before
students are placedthere.
Independent accommodation (17+)
Ifyou are over18 and preferto live in a house or
apartment,ourstaffcan helpyoufind rental or
otheraccommodation closeto ourcampus.
Taylors High School offers a wide range of
comfortable accommodation to international
students.This ranges from safe and secure
homestays with Australian families to more
independent student residence accommodation,
apartments and houses.
”It's reallyconvenient,we have
shopping malls and atrain station.
We usuallyjusttake a busto college,
ittakes 25 minutes.”
LEA,UNILODGE CENTRALPARK
”I can chatwithfriends and gototheir
room andwe can cooktogether.”
MENGYUAN,UNILODGE CENTRALPARK
”Myfavouritethingsaboutthehouse
aremyroom and mybathroom,and
I love Natasha (myhost) making dinner.
It'sverygood in Homestayso don't
be nervous.”
VIVIEN,HOMESTAYSTUDENT
Living costs in Sydney
Accommodation
• Homestay: $385pp perweek
• Rental: $200-$350pp perweek
Otherliving costs
Cappuccino $3.80
Bottle ofwater $2.80
Fastfood combo meal $8.90
Meal in an inexpensive restaurant $15.00
Cinematicket $19.00
Fitness club $68 permonth
7-dayMyMultiticket–
forbuses,trains,light rail
and someferries $24.00-$32.50
(depending ontravelzone,with student concession)
Basic utilitiesforan apartment
(electricity,heating,water,etc.) $210 permonth
Internet $65 permonth
Please notethat all costs are estimated averages only
and are subjectto changewithout notice.
Sources: www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living
www.transportnsw.info/tickets/multi-travel
Formore information on living costs inAustralia andthe minimum
financial requirementsto receive a studentvisa pleasevisit:
studyinaustralia.gov.au/global/live-in-australia/living-costs
UNILODGE CENTRALPARK
SAFE AND SECURE HOMESTAY UNILODGE BEDROOMS
UNILODGE BATHROOMS
15. What our students like best about Taylors College...
Where will I study?
taylorscollege.edu.au 2726 Taylors High School program Where will I study?
A modern,purpose-built campus
Ourmodern campus is purpose-built and provides all
thefacilitiesyou needto learn effectivelyin class,and
independently.There arewell equipped laboratories
forscience students,computerrooms,studyrooms,
art and design studios and a libraryfittedwith modern
technologyand digital resources.This learning
environmentwill enableyouto progress steadily
throughoutYears 10,11 and 12.
Awell-rounded education
We believethat students dowell intheirstudies and
growin confidencewhentheyparticipate in activities
outside ofthe classroom.We provide awide range of
activitiesto develop social and personal skills including
sports clubs,culturaltrips,social clubs and regular
college events.We’ll encourageyouto join in,ensuring
you receive awell-rounded educationthat develops
yourinterests.
Community spirit
Studentstell usthattheyvaluethewarm andfriendly
communityspirit atTaylors High School.Youwill be
supported byan establishedteam ofexperienced
teachers and Student Support Services staff.Youwill
feelverymuch at home here,and makefriendsthat
will last a lifetime.
Taylors is a modern international college
withanestablishedreputationforpreparing
overseas studentsforuniversity.We have
the experience,facilities and knowledgeto
supportyou at everystep ofyourjourney
towards a successfulfuture.
”My favouriteplace is the
4th floorbecause there
are very comfy sofas.”
TINA, YEAR 10
”The school gives Year12
a studyroom.It's quiet and
we can talk together.”
EVA, YEAR 12
”We have lotsof
computer rooms.”
GING GING, YEAR 10
”We have different
classroomsforeach subject.”
GING GING, YEAR 10
”We've got a
biglibrary.”
EVA, YEAR 12
”The classes are small so the
teachercan focus more
on each student.”
PHALLIN, YEAR 10
”There are a lot ofcafés
here.It's nice soyou can have a
cup ofcoffee
and reviewyournotes.”
PHALLIN, YEAR 10
Preparing for university
There’s a big difference between school and
university.The High School program prepares
youforuniversitylife byproviding much morethan
academic learning.Youwill also develop soft skills
including communication,independentthinking and
teamwork.Whenyou graduatefromTaylors,youwill
be preparedforuniversityandfuture employment.
FACILITIES FOR OUR STUDENTS
•Alargelibraryandmediacentreonthe2ndfloor
•Astudentcommonroomwithvendingmachines
andtabletennis equipment onthe 2ndfloor
•Peaceful,outdoorseatingareasonthe4thfloor
•Aconveniencestorenexttothecollegeentrance
•Achoice ofnearbycafés and restaurants
•Abus stop right outsidethe college
16. Help and support Fees, course information
and start dates
taylorscollege.edu.au 2928 Taylors High School program Help and support
Joining Taylors High
School may be yourfirst
time living awayfrom
home in a new country.
We have dedicated
teams offriendly and
caring support,welfare
and teaching staffto
help you settle into
college life.
Support and care from day one
Ourteaching and support staffhave manyyears’
experience ofworkingwith international students.
Theyunderstandthat students have different needs
and cultural expectations.Everyoneworkstogether
to helpyoutotransition smoothlyintoyournew
environment.We organise an orientation programwhere
you can make newfriends andfindyourwayaround.
Student wellbeing
Ifyou need someonetotalkto orhave anypersonal
oracademic concerns,ourStudent Support Services
team is availableto help.On-campus support includes
first-aid officers,a health centre and a 24-hour
emergencytelephone number.
Ifyou are under18,aTaylors’caregiverwill liaise
betweenyourparents andthe school.Theywill
provide regularupdates onyouracademic progress,
health and extra-curricularactivities.
Study support
To ensureyou make good progress inyourstudies,our
teachers offerfree,personalisedtuition.One-to-one
tutorials aretimetabled eachweekofthe schoolyear
in all subject areas.
University and careers advice
With 90years’experience,we are experts in helping
international students achievetheirgoals.Wewill coach
youthroughthe universityapplication process,helping
you complete applicationforms and advise on university
choices.We also provide a comprehensive range of
careers activitiesto explore careeroptions and improve
skills neededforemployment.
Taylors High School program
COURSES OF STUDY YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12
English ·
English (ESL) · ·
English (Standard) · ·
English (Advanced) · ·
English Extension 1 · ·
Biology · ·
Business Studies · ·
Chemistry · ·
Chinese (Background speakers) · ·
Economics · ·
Fundamentals ofEnglish ·
General Mathematics · ·
Geography ·
History ·
Information and SoftwareTechnology ·
Japanese (Beginnerspeakers) · · ·
Mathematics ·
Mathematics Extension 1 · ·
Mathematics Extension 2 ·
Mathematics (2 unit) · ·
Music 1 · ·
Pastoral Program,Sports andActivities ·
Physics · ·
Science ·
VisualArts · ·
• Year10 students must studyEnglish and all othersubjects on
theYear10 program
• Year11 students must studyEnglish orEnglish (ESL) andfive
othersubjects
• Year12 students must studyEnglish orEnglish (ESL) and
continuewithfouroftheirYear11 subjects
2016 intake dates
2016 INTAKE DURATION ORIENTATION TERM 1 TERM 2 TERM 3 TERM 4
January(Years 10 11) 40weeks 2 Feb 2016 2 Feb–8Apr2016 26Apr–1Jul 2016 18Jul–23 Sep 2016 10 Oct–16 Dec 2016
January* (Year12) 40weeks This is not a
newintake
2 Feb–8Apr2016 26Apr–1Jul 2016 18Jul–23 Sep 2016 10 Oct–16 Dec 2016
April (Year11) 32weeks 26Apr2016 26Apr–8Jul 2016 18Jul–30 Sep 2016 10 Oct–16 Dec 2016
April (Year10) 30weeks 26Apr2016 26Apr–1Jul 2016 18Jul–23 Sep 2016 10 Oct–16 Dec 2016
July(Year10) 21weeks 18Jul 2016 18Jul–30 Sep 2016 10 Oct–16 Dec 2016
Itake anyproblemthat a student isfacingveryseriously.Ifa student has an
academic problem,I encouragethemto see me duringtheirfreetime orattend
mytutorial so I can helpthem.Ifit's a personal problem,I listenverycarefully
andthen decide ifanyaction needsto betaken.
JENNIE MASIA,ENGLISHTEACHER,
STUDENTADVISERAND CAREERADVISER
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION,INCLUDING
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS,HOURS OF STUDY
AND HSC GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS VISIT
TAYLORSCOLLEGE.EDU.AU/COURSES/HIGH-SCHOOL
Completion ofYear10 atTaylors College Sydneydoes not leadtothe award ofthe NSWRecord of
SchoolAchievement (RoSA).It is,however,an ideal preparationforstudyinYears 11 and 12which
leadtothe NSWHigherSchool Certificate.
Vietnamese,Korean,Russian,Arabic and othercommunitylanguages maybe studied at Saturday
Schoolforno extra charge.
Year11 subject selection maybe limited in all intakes; subject offerings are determined by
student demand.
Year11 students mayaccess othersubjectsthrough SydneyDistance Education High School or
The Open High School.An additionalfeetothe Department ofEducation is chargedforthese subjects.
Year12 in NSWstarts in Octoberand concludes in Novemberthefollowingyear.
*2016Year12 program commences inTerm 4,2015.Onlystudentswho have completedYear11 PreliminaryHSC maycommenceYear12.
2016 fees
2016 INTAKE PROGRAM TOTALFEES 2016 ON ACCEPTANCE INSTALMENT 2 DUE DATE
January Years 10 11 $23,880 $11,940 $11,940 4Jul 2016
April Years 10 11 $17,910 $8,955 $8,955 4Jul 2016
July Year 10 $11,940 $11,940 -
January* Year 12 $23,880 $11,940 $11,940 4Jul 2016
Academic English Preparation
(AEP)
$5,200 per (10 week) term
17. Course subject descriptions
taylorscollege.edu.au 3130 Taylors High School program Course subject descriptions
Year10
Year10 students studycoursesfrom sixKeyLearningAreas.
These are: English,Mathematics,Science,HSIE (Human Society
and its Environment),Languages,TAS (Technological and
Applied Studies).Assessment intheYear10 program is
based on scheduled class examinations and avarietyof
otherassessmenttasks prepared byTaylors College-
InternalAssessment Program.Students studyall ofthe
following subjects inYear10 atTaylors College High School.
Year10 English
The English curriculum is built aroundthethree interrelated
strands ofLanguage,Literature and Literacy.Togetherthe
strandsfocus on developing students’knowledge,
understanding and skills in listening,reading,viewing,speaking,
writing and creating.
Year10 Mathematics
Maintopics covered:
•Algebra and equations
• Measurement
• Data Representation andAnalysis
• Plane Geometry
• Probability
• Functions
Year10 Science
Maintopics covered:
•Waves and Energy
• BodySystems
•Acids and Bases
• Motion and Newton’s Laws
• DNA,Genetics and Evolution
• PeriodicTable,Atomic Structure and Reactions
• Universe and Global Systems
Year10 History
Overviewofthe modernworld andAustralia
•The inter-waryears betweenWorldWarI andWorldWarII
• Post-WorldWarII
•The majormovementsforrights andfreedom
• ColdWarandAustralia’s involvement
Depth studies-there arethree depth studiesforthis
historical period
•WorldWarII (1939-45)
• Rights andfreedoms
•The globalisingworld
Year10 Geography
Year10 Geographyexplorestwo main issues inAustralia:
•The nature ofchange in cities
•Australia and neighbouring countries
Languages-Year10Japanese
Maintopics covered:
• PersonalWorld: Greeting; Personal Information
• School Life: School Subject;Timetable and SchoolYear
• Lifestyle: Familymember; Nationalityorcountryor
origin languages
• Routines: Days oftheweek;Tellingthetime
• FreeTime: Food and drink,likes and dislikes
Year10 Information and SoftwareTechnology
Information and SoftwareTechnologyis a practical digital
media course.
Maintopics covered:
• Learnto Design a Database
• Learnto develop a Digital Media campaign
• Learn aboutthe Internet andWebsite development
English (Advanced)
Year11 English (Advanced) PreliminaryCourse
• Content commontothe Standard andAdvanced courses
–AREAOF STUDY
• Electives
Year12 English (Advanced) HSC Course
• Content commontothe Standard andAdvanced courses
–AREAOF STUDY
• ModuleA: Comparative StudyofTexts and Context
• Module B: Critical StudyofTexts
• Module C: Representation andText
Year11 Fundamentals ofEnglish PreliminaryCourse
Fundamentals ofEnglish is designedforthose studentswho
needto develop skills in usingthe English language effectively.
The course equips studentsto participate in more satisfying
learning.It assiststhemto meetthe requirements ofthe
English (Standard) courses orthe English as a Second
Language (ESL) courses andto achieve English language
outcomesto supporttheirstudyat Stage 6.
The Fundamentals ofEnglish course addressesthe literacy
needs ofstudents undertakingthe course and assists students
to usethe English language effectivelyintheirstudy.
Year11 Mathematics
Year11 General Mathematics PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
• Financial mathematics
• Data and Statistics
• Measurement
• Probability
•Algebraic and Modelling
Year11 Mathematics 2 Unit PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
• Real Functions
• Differential Calculus
•Trigonometric ratios
• Plane Geometry
Year11 Mathematics Extension 1 PreliminaryCourse
(3 units)
Maintopics covered:
• Circle geometry
• Mathematical Induction
• Furthertrigonometry
• Parametric representation
• Permutations and combinations
• Polynomials
• Harderapplications ofthe Preliminary2 unittopics
Year12 Mathematics
Year12 General Mathematics HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
• Financial mathematics
• Data and Statistics
• Measurement
• Probability
•Algebraic and Modelling
Year12 Mathematics 2 Unit HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
• Integral Calculus
•Applications ofCalculus
•Trigonometricfunctions
• Logarithmic and exponentialfunctions
• Probability
• Sequences and Series
Extra-curricularand Co-curricularActivities
In additiontothe academic courses alreadymentioned,
Year10 students participate in avarietyofotheractivities
duringthe schoolweek.These include:
•Timetabled Sport and otherrecreational activities
• Pastoral Care and Personal Development Program
• Clubs-students choosefrom avarietyofsocial activities
designedto enhancetheircommunication skills
• Excursionsto supplementtheirlearning experiences
inthe classroom andto connectwiththe English
speaking community
Year11 andYear12
(Preliminaryand HSC Courses)
InYear11 atTaylors College,students select subjectsthat
theywill studyovertwoyears inYear11 andYear12.English
isthe onlycompulsorysubject.Year11 students needto study
sixsubjects andYear12 studya minimum offive subjects.
Thefive subjects oftheYear12yearmust have been studied
inYear11.Preliminarycourses arethe prerequisite coursesfor
the HSC courses.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
This course is designedforstudentsfrom diverse non-English-
speaking backgrounds as designated bythe course entry
requirements.The students engage in avarietyoflanguage
learning experiencesto develop and consolidatetheiruse,
understanding and appreciation ofEnglish,so asto enhance
theirpersonal,social andvocational lives.
Year11 (ESL) English PreliminaryCourse
• Language studywithin area ofstudy
• Electives
Year12 (ESL) English HSC Course
The course requires studyofat leastTHREE differenttypes of
text drawnfromthe categories of: prosefiction; drama; poetry;
non-fiction;film ormedia ormultimedia.
• Language StudyWithin anArea ofStudy
• ModuleA: ExperienceThrough Language
• Module B:Texts and Society
English (Standard)
English Standard is designedforstudentsto increasetheir
expertise in English in orderto enhancetheirpersonal,social
andvocational lives.The students learnto respondto and
compose awidevarietyoftexts in a range ofsituations in
orderto be effective,creative and confident communicators.
Year11 English (Standard) PreliminaryCourse
• Content commontothe Standard andAdvanced courses
–AREAOF STUDY
• Electives
Year12 English (Standard) HSC course
• Content commontothe Standard andAdvanced courses
—AREAOF STUDY
• ModuleA: ExperienceThrough Language
• Module B: Close StudyofText
• Module C:Texts and Society
Year12 Mathematics Extension 1 (3 units)
HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
• Simple harmonic motion and Projectile motion
• Inversefunctions and inversetrigonometricfunctions
• Binomialtheorem
• Furtherprobability
• Harderapplications ofHSC 2 unittopics
Year12 Mathematics Extension 2 HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
The course content includesthe entire 2 unit Mathematics
course,the entire Mathematics Extension 1 course plus:
• Graphs
• ComplexNumbers
• Conics
• Integration
•Volumes
• Mechanics
• Polynomials
• HarderExtension 1 applications
Economics
Year11 Economics PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
• Introductionto Economics
• Consumers and Business
• Markets
• LabourMarkets
• Financial Markets
• Government the Economy
Year12 Economics HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
•The Global Economy
•Australia’s Place inthe Global Economy
• Economic Issues
• Economic Policies and Management
Business Studies
Year11 Business Studies PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
• Nature ofbusiness
• Business management
• Business planning
Year12 Business Studies HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
• Operations
• Marketing
• Finance
• Human Resources
Biology
Year11 BiologyPreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
• Patterns in Nature
•ALocal Ecosystem
• Life on Earth
• Evolution ofAustralian Biota
Year12 BiologyHSC Course
Coretopics:
• Maintaining a Balance
• Blueprint ofLife
•The SearchforBetterHealth
One optiontopicfromthefollowing:
• Communication
• Biotechnology
• Genetics:The Code Broken?
•The Human Story
• Biochemistry
Chemistry
Year11 ChemistryPreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
•The Chemical Earth
• Metals
•Water
• Energy
Year12 ChemistryHSC Course
Coretopics:
• Production ofMaterials
•TheAcidic Environment
• Chemical Monitoring and Management
One optionfromthefollowing:
• Industrial Chemistry
• Shipwrecks,Corrosion and Conservation
•The BiochemistryofMovement
•The ChemistryofArt
• Forensic Chemistry
Physics
Year11 Physics PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
•TheWorld Communicates
• Electrical Energyinthe Home
• MovingAbout
•The Cosmic Engine
Year12 Physics HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
• Space
• Motors and Generators
• From Ideasto Implementation
•An elective,eitherQuantato Quarks orAstrophysics
ChineseforBackground Speakers
Year11 ChineseforBackground Speakers
PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
Studentswill studylanguage and howitfunctionsthrough
varioustextswithin prescribedthemes and issues.
Year12 ChineseforBackground Speakers HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
Studentswill studylanguage and howitfunctionsthrough
varioustextswithin prescribedthemes and issues.
Japanese Beginners
Year11Japanese Beginners PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
The PersonalWorld;TheJapanese-speaking Communities;
Familylife; home and neighbourhood; People,places and
communities; Education andwork; Friends,recreation and
pastimes; Holidays,travel andtourism; Future plans and
aspirations.
Prerequisite:To be eligibleto studyJapanese Beginners,you:
• must not have studiedthe languageformorethan 100 hours
• onlyhave little orno previous knowledge ofthe language
• must not have morethan a 3 month significant in-country
experience
Year12Japanese Beginners HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
The PersonalWorld;TheJapanese-speaking Communities;
Familylife; home and neighbourhood; People,places and
communities; Education andwork; Friends,recreation
and pastimes; Holidays,travel andtourism; Future plans
and aspirations.
OtherLanguages
Korean,Vietnamese,Russian,Malay,Persian,Hindi,Tamil,
Arabic,French and German are some examples ofother
languages availablethrough SaturdaySchool ofCommunity
Languages orThe Open High School.There are many
SaturdaySchoolsthroughout Sydney.Where possible,you
will be allocated a school closesttoyourhome address and
expectedto attend everySaturdaymorning during school
term but not during school holidays.These subjectswill be in
additiontothe 12 Preliminaryunitsyou studyatthe College.
Prerequisite: Eligibilityrules applytothe studyofall languages.
Music
Year11 Music PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
Students studyat leastthreetopics in eachyearofthe course.
Topics are chosenfrom a list of22,which covera range ofstyles,
periods and genres.
Year12 Music HSC Course
Maintopics covered:
Students studyat leastthreetopics in eachyearofthe course.
Topics are chosenfrom a list of22,which covera range ofstyles,
periods and genres.
Prerequisite:Audition required
VisualArts
Year11VisualArts PreliminaryCourse
Maintopics covered:
• Drawing
• Printmaking
• Painting
• Digital art and design
•Art Criticism andArt History
Year12VisualArts HSC Course
Students learn about:
• Howstudents maydeveloptheirown informed points of
viewin increasinglymore independentways usingtheframes
• Howstudents maydeveloptheirown practice ofartmaking,
artcriticism,andarthistoryappliedtoselectedareasofinterest
• Howstudents maylearn aboutthe relationships between
artist,artwork,world,audiencewithinthe artworld
• Howstudents mayfurtherdevelop meaning andfocus in
theirwork
18. 2016TERM DATES
4January-11 March
8 February-22April
21 March-27 May
25April-15July
13June-19August
18July-7 October
5 September-11 November
10 October-23 December
21November-10February2017
KEY FACTS
• Minimum age: 15
• Maximum class size: 18
• Minimum entryrequirements:
4.0 overallwith no band lessthan 3.5
• Start dates:AEPintakes are everyfiveweeks
•Term length: 10-weektermsthroughout
theyear
•Areas ofstudy: Emphasis on English language
foracademic study,with practice in note-taking,
assignmentwriting and general studyskills
•Additional skills: Develops intensive reading and
listening skills and improves social language skills
• Reports: Providedto studentstwice aterm
•Teachers:TheAEPteaching staffare highly
qualified and experienced professionals inthe
English as a Second Language (ESL)field
Academic English
Preparation (AEP)
Entry requirements
taylorscollege.edu.au 3332 Taylors High School program Academic English Preparation
Ifyou need additional support in reaching the
required level of English language proficiencyto
join the High School program,AEP can help.
This information is intended as a guide
only and is subject to change without
notice.Forthe most current information,
please visit taylorscollege.edu.au
AEP at a glance
AEPwill enableyouto makefast,effective progress in
speaking,writing,reading and listening.The program
also includes:
• Studyskillsforacademic learning including exam
techniques,critical analysis,note-taking andtext
scanning skills
•Apersonal studyplan and appropriate course levelto
ensureyou makefast progress
• One-to-one attention in a classwith a maximum of
18 students
•Regularassessmentincludingtestsandwrittenreports
AEPtakes place on campus andthe program includes
23 hours in class perweek.Whenyou successfully
completeAEPyou can progresstothe High School
programwithouttaking an IELTStest.
English Language
ENGLISHTEST YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12
IELTSAcademic IELTS 4.5 (no band lessthan 4.5) IELTS 5.0 (no band lessthan 5.0) IELTS 5.5 (no band lessthan 5.0)
TOEFLPB 450 (TWE 3.5) 500 (TWE 4) 513 (TWE 4)
TOEFLIBT 45 (writing no lessthan 20) 60 (writing no lessthan 21) 68 (writing no lessthan 21)
PTEAcademic 34 (writing no lessthan 35) 42 (writing no less 42) 46 (writing no lessthan 42)
CAE 36 41 47
Academic
COUNTRY YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12
Australia Year9 Year10 Year11
China JuniorYear3 (60%) SeniorYear1 (60%)
Direct entryintoYear12 is onlyavailableto
studentswho have completedtheYear11
PreliminaryHSC course
Hong Kong Form 3with 5 academic passes
in relevant subjects
Form 4with 5 academic passes
in relevant subjects
India SSC/ Standard 9-1st class pass SSC/Standard 10-1st class pass
Indonesia SMP3with pass in 6 academic subjects SMU1with pass in 6 academic subjects
Iran Year9 Year10
Korea Year3 Middle School Rank4 Year1 High School Rank4
Macau Form 3/Junior3with 6 academic passes
in relevant subjects
Form 4/Senior1with 6 academic passes
in relevant subjects
Malaysia Form 3/Junior3with 6 academic passes
in relevant subjects
Form 4/Senior1with 6 academic passes
in relevant subjects
Russia / CIS Year9 Year10
Singapore Secondary2 Express orSecondary3
Normalwith a pass in 6 relevant subjects
Secondary3 Express orSecondary4
Normalwith a pass in 6 relevant subjects
Taiwan JuniorYear3 (60%) SeniorYear1 (60%)
Thailand Matayom 3with grade 2 orhigherin
relevant subjects
Matayom 4with grade 2 orhigherin
relevant subjects
Vietnam CompletedYear9with GPA7.0 CompletedYear10with GPA7.0
19. How to apply
34 Taylors High School program Howto apply
To apply direct (students)
Visit taylorscollege.edu.au/apply
or
Completethe applicationform and return ittothe
Admissions Centre atthe address below,alongwith
the supporting documents outlined in steptwo:
Admissions Centre,Level 24,201 Elizabeth Street,
Sydney,NSW2000,Australia
Email: tcadmissions@studygroup.com
To applythrough an agent
Completethe applicationform and return ittoyourlocal
representative alongwiththe supporting documents
outlined in steptwo.
Fora list ofTaylors authorised representatives inyour
country,pleasevisittaylorscollege.edu.au/about/agent
STEP 1
Complete all sections ofthe International
ApplicationforAdmissionform
STEP 2
Attachthefollowing documents:
•Verified copies ofyouracademic
qualifications (translated into English);
•EvidenceofEnglishlanguageproficiency;
•Acopyofyourpassport andvisa
(ifyou have a currentAustralianvisa)
STEP 3
Submityourapplicationto a
College local representative or
directlytotheAdmissions Centre
tcadmissions@studygroup.com
STEP 4
Yourapplicationwill be reviewedfor
eligibility,andyouwill be notified inwriting
ofthe outcome
Please print clearly in English and in BLOCK letters. Please tick boxes where appropriate.
International application for admission
Parent/alternative contact details
Name Relationship to student
Home address (if different from student address)
City State/Province
Country Postcode
Home telephone number (including country code) Mobile telephone number (including country code)
Business telephone number (including country code) Fax number (including country code)
Email
Visa details
Do you have a current Australian Visa? Yes No (please tick) If Yes, please provide a copy of your current visa.
Are you applying for a Student Visa? Yes No (please tick)
Visa type Visa subclass Visa expiry date
Passport details
Passport number Passport expiry date
Please provide a copy of your current passport
Student details
Family name Given names
Title Date of birth (dd/mm/yyyy) Age Gender: Male Female (please tick)
Country of birth Nationality
Are you a Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia? Yes No (please tick)
Home address
City State/Province
Country Postcode
Home telephone number (including country code) Mobile telephone number (including country code)
Email
Local representative information
Agent name Agent URN
English Language
All international students must demonstrate an acceptable level of English proficiency to gain admission to the Taylors High School academic programs. Please provide
evidence of your English language proficiency by submitting your English language test results taken in the last two years.
Academic IELTS (Score) Overall Listening Reading Writing Speaking
Other (please supply)
For all other tests accepted by the Admissions Department, please refer to taylorscollege.edu.au
Previous education
Please attach verified copies of all academic transcripts or reports (translated into English).
Name of qualification Year awarded
Name of school/college/university
Country/State Language of instruction
If you are currently completing a qualification, please indicate when you expect to complete this study (mm/yyyy)
Taylors High School
20. Course selection
Recommended weeks of Academic English Preparation (AEP) AEP start date
Year Year 10 Year 11 Year 12 (please tick) Start date* January April July†
October†
(please tick) Year
*Start date dependant on English proficiency †
Year 12 only - July and October intakes are for students transferring from another institution in NSW with partial completion of Year 11
List subjects that you wish to study
Subject 1 English Subject 4
Subject 2 Subject 5
Subject 3 Subject 6
For course descriptions, please visit taylorscollege.edu.au
Undergraduate course selection
The undergraduate course I would like to study at University is: (in order of preference)
Preference 1 Preference 3
Preference 2
Accommodation
Do you require assistance with accommodation? Yes No (please tick) If Yes, please provide details below.
Length of stay (weeks) Accommodation start date (dd/mm/yyyy)
Caregiver arrangements
If you are under 18 years of age, do you require the College to recommend a Caregiver? Yes No (please tick)
If No, please advise the name and address in Australia of your Caregiver.
Caregivers name
Caregivers address in Australia
Airport transfer
Do you require airport transfer? Yes No (please tick)
If yes, flight details including date, time and flight number should be sent to the Admissions Centre
as soon as possible to arrange the airport collection
Disability
Do you have a disability, impairment or long-term medical condition which may affect your studies? Yes No (please tick)
If yes please indicate the area/s of impairment: Acquired brain impairment Hearing/Deaf Intellectual Learning Physical
Medical condition Mental illness Mobility Vision (please tick)
If you have a disability, would you like to receive advice on support services, equipment and facilities which may assist you? Yes No (please tick)
Declaration and signature (This application must be signed; otherwise it will not be accepted)
I wish to be considered for admission to the course(s) I have shown on this application form. I agree that where I do not meet the entry requirements for the selected course or suite
of courses that I will be offered an alternative Study Group course. I declare that to the best of my knowledge the information supplied within this application and the documentation
supporting it is correct and complete. I acknowledge that the provision of false or misleading information may result in non-acceptance of the application or immediate exclusion from
Taylors College. I authorise Taylors College, where necessary, to obtain from any other education institution evidence of my academic records or seek other corroborating evidence with
respect to my application. I also understand that Taylors College is required under Section 19 of the ESOS Act 2000, to inform the Department of Immigration and Border Protection
about changes to my course enrolment and any breach of my student visa conditions relating to satisfactory academic performance. I also understand that under the provisions of the
ESOS Act 2000, Taylors College may release information provided in this application to Australian Commonwealth and State agencies.
Taylors College is bound by the Privacy Act 1988 of the Commonwealth of Australia. Taylors College collects and uses any personal information provided to itself in accordance with
the Act. The type of information and the use and disclosure of that information without any prior approval is set out in the Privacy Policy which can be found at taylorscollege.edu.au.
By signing this application I acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy and consent to the use and disclosure of my personal information as set out in the Privacy Policy.
Signed (Student) Date (dd/mm/yyyy)
Signed (Parent/Legal Guardian*) Date (dd/mm/yyyy)
* If applicant is under the age of 18.
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OSHC details (if applicable)
Do you currently hold an OSHC policy? Yes No (please tick) If Yes, please provide details below.
Name of OSHC provider
OSHC membership number OSHC expiry date
For your convenience, OSHC will be included automatically on your invoice unless your provide us with details of your alternative policy.
Please select type of cover you wish to receive: Single Dual Family Multi Family (please tick)
Study Group Australia Pty Limited, trading as Taylors College CRICOS Provider Code: 01682E
Note
1. Information provided may be made available to Commonwealth and State agencies and the Director of the
Tuition Protection Service, pursuant to obligations under the ESOS Act 2000 and the National Code.
2. Any school-aged dependants accompanying overseas students to Australia will be required to pay full fees
if they are enrolled in either a government or non-government school.
Send your application to:
Admissions Centre, Level 24, 201 Elizabeth Street,
Sydney NSW 2000, AUSTRALIA
T: +61 2 8263 1888 E: tcadmissions@studygroup.com
or to your local representative
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is correct at the time of printing and may change without notice. Study Group Australia Pty Limited accepts no responsibility for any errors, nor any liability for
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Australia Pty Limited trading as Taylors College and cannot be reproduced without prior written consent from Study Group Australia Pty Limited.
All information contained is current at time of print in July 2015.
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