How to ace section One of Paper One: As many of you know, in the HSC this year and in the year to come, students must sit two papers for their English examination: paper one and paper two. Within paper one, there are two sections, the short answer responses, and the common module essay […]
Read MoreAs English is compulsory for every student in the state who wants an ATAR, it’s fair to say that it is a highly important subject. For those selecting the advanced English course in years 11 and 12, it is likely that it is a subject you enjoy (even just a little bit), rather than just […]
Read MoreExt 1 Maths can be daunting at first – an extra unit of maths jam packed with all sorts of confusing and complex content. This initial impression often scares us. We may feel overwhelmed by the content we receive in class and feel as if we can’t keep up. But trust me, as time passes […]
Read MoreThe Syllabus Make sure you know the syllabus inside out since every single assessment must be based on those dot points. I would suggest organising all your notes under the syllabus dot points to make sure you haven’t left anything out. Highlight all the key terms and formulas so that they stand out during your […]
Read MoreI know for a fact that once you read that title you scoffed in utter disbelief at the irony of such rhetoric but let me assure you, it holds some merit. I know that 99% of people hate English, they hate it with a passion that burns deep within their soul, a passion that will […]
Read MoreFor those of you going into year 11, you may be wondering, ‘did I really choose the right subjects for me?” Or even, “should I be changing these subjects to less heavy subjects, so I can ace my HSC?”. For the year 12’s, congratulations!!! You guys have officially survived the first term of your […]
Read MoreIf you’ve just started high school this year, you’re probably wondering what your subjects will be like! The difference between primary school and high school english is quite significant, so today I’ll be sharing some advice for your first year of english studies! Reading your texts is super important. I know it may seem a […]
Read MoreFirst term of year 12 is now over for you all – whether or not you are studying or relaxing during these holidays, that is all up to you! But as this new year and new term begins, you might start to wonder, are there any things that I can improve on? Although a term […]
Read MoreThe HSC exams have been well on its way and thousands of students across the state have sat down to take what feels like the most stressful, destiny-determining test of their life. Whilst there remain a few more exams left for students to bite their knowledge-plated teeth into, feedback on the exams have been mixed, […]
Read MoreThe HSC Physics exam is on Friday and I’m sure there will be a few nervy thoughts among students. It is absolutely critical to ensure that whatever time you have left, you are putting it to use. There are a number of study techniques mentioned below that are sure to enhance your returns on your […]
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