Dickson College at a Glance

Year 11 2014

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2012 Median ATAR: Number of solar panels 80.7 feeding into the grid: Average class size: 87 less than 20 students Number of pastoral care clubs: 39 Number of different Number of AST Tutorial courses offered for study: Number of Student Groups: Wellbeing Centre staff: 11 46 10

Number of overseas excursions in 2013: Number of VET Certificates 4 issued in 2012: Number of sports (Japan, New Zealand, 115 Vanuatu, China) competitions39 in 2012:

Total fund-raising effort by DC students and staff in Number of students in the Number of DC 2013 DC Jazz group: 2012/2013: student presenters at 28 more than $45,000 TEDxCanberra: 3

Number of years the Number of attendees from DC Global Challenges DC and local high schools Conference has been run at Number of years the DC at DC Science Symposium ARTS Exhibition has been the ANU: with Nobel Prize winning celebrating student4 work: 3 Physicist,over Brian 250 Schmidt:

Dickson College is committed to providing a supportive, innovative and educationally enriched learning environment.

Together, we work to develop informed, caring, creative and confident global citizens.

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Contents

2. Dickson College at a glance 3. Ethos 4. Contents 6. Welcome 9. School Leadership Team 10. Satisfaction data 11. 2012 Results 12. Student Wellbeing Centre 14. Student Leadership Group 15. Inner North Cluster Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Agreement 16. Teaching and Learning Areas 65. Library 66. Vocational Education and Training 67. Australian School Based Apprenticeships 68. Careers and Uni Advice 69. Dickson Green 70. International Students 73. Key Dates

Teaching and Learning Areas

• Arts and Ceramics • Maths for Living • Biology • Specialist Mathematics • Business Extension • Chemistry • Specialist Mathematics • Chinese (Mandarin) Methods • Dance • Media Studies • Design & Graphics • Music and Music Advanced • Drama (ANU) • English • Oceanography • English as a Second Language • Outdoor Education • ESL Accounting • Photography • Exercise Science • Physical Education • Fashion Design and Textiles • Physics • French • Psychology • General Science • Science • Geography • Social and Community Work • Global Studies • Sociology • History • Hospitality and Food for Life • Sports Development • Information Technology • Sports Studies • Japanese Workshop Technologies: • Latin • Automotive Technology • Legal Studies • Construction • General Mathematics • Metal Technology • Mathematical Applications • Wood Technology • Mathematical Methods

Welcome

ickson College is a thriving, students compete in team challenges at vibrant college in Canberra’s the ANU. Dinner north, a wonderful place to Annually, we have an Arts exhibition work and study! The College is situated showcasing the fantastic work done in established, leafy suburbs, well served by Art, Drama and Music students by ACT and NSW bus lines. The College across a range of media. We have has proximity to, and relationships with, digital media labs running new 27” We achieve outstanding important national institutions like the iMacs, a Computer Assisted Drawing academic results, with 27 Australian National University, CSIRO, lab, soundproofed music studios, a percent of eligible students the Australian War Memorial, the ceramics studio, painting areas and National Library, the National Museum, textiles rooms. achieving an ATAR over 90 the National Gallery, the National Film and a median ATAR above and Sound Archive, the Australian Dickson College also proudly delivers Institute of Sport and the Australian Canberra’s leading robotics program 80 in 2012. Catholic University. and Unmanned Airborne Vehicle (UAV) project. Students have won national Our college is full of happy and creative and state robotics competitions such young people enjoying innovative and as Robocup and the Codarra Robotics challenging programs. We achieve Challenge. Students build robotics outstanding academic results, with 27 and program them to meet real world percent of eligible students achieving challenges such as designing life- an ATAR over 90 and a median ATAR saving robots and cars that can drive above 80 in 2012. We have large themselves! Add to that an exciting numbers of students completing new Engineering course and a cool 3D VET courses and receiving nationally printer, and you can see that innovation recognised certificates. We have is an important part of what happens refugee students, exchange students, here. International Private Students and exciting programs for Disability Dickson College students have the Our college is full of happy unique opportunity to be involved in the Education and an alternative high school and creative young people setting - all with a view to including and UAV Outback Challenge Competition. In engaging every student. this program, students from all parts enjoying innovative and of the college work together to develop Our curriculum is engaging and our a UAV that is capable of autonomously challenging programs. teachers are excellent. Dickson College locating a “lost tourist” in the outback pioneered the challenging Global Studies and delivering much-needed water and course, now adopted by other colleges medical supplies. This program offers a in the ACT. As a UN partnership school, great opportunity to apply wide-ranging students participate in an annual Global knowledge from the classroom to an Challenges Conference supported by authentic real world application. the ANU. There are opportunities for Exemplars of outstanding student students to be involved in program work in History, English and Psychology management, hardware and software are published on the internationally development, flying, team work, well-regarded Clio, Glyph and Gestalt business development, and promotions. websites. Legal Studies students debate Our students have presented at in the Legislative Assembly; Business TEDxCanberra, been subjects of ABC

Students at Dickson television documentaries, received its partnership with Canberra Organic scholarships to prestigious universities Growers who tend a community garden College are recognised and provided overviews of the on the college grounds. Two of the plots as creative thinkers with program to local and international high are run by a minority refugee group inquiring minds. technology firms. from Burma. Students in the Global Studies course raised money to buy In more traditional areas, Mathematics water tanks to nourish the gardens students compete in national Maths sustainably. competitions and a team of students compete in the ANU Maths Day events We are proud of our social and against national and international cultural diversity – we have a variety teams. of sub-schools such as the Secondary Introductory English Centre (SIEC), Science students are offered courses Foundations for Independence Program in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, General and Connect10 alternative high Science and Oceanography – we are school setting. We also have a special near enough to the South Coast to bridging program for refugees with make for engaging Oceanography field limited educational background – these trips. In 2013, we ran our inaugural programs teach us as much as we Science Symposium, with Nobel Prize- teach them. winning physicist Professor Brian Schmidt as keynote speaker. Throughout the college the passion of our teachers is reflected in the quality If you are interested in exploring the of the learning going on. We welcome world in a more rugged manner, we visitors and would love to see you, to offer an Outdoor Education program show you just how great it is to be part as a Tertiary and as an Accredited of the Dickson College community. DC students can gain course, as well as a range of sports skills and vocational studies classes. We run a Talented Students at Dickson College are Sports Program (TSP) for students recognised as creative thinkers with competencies in our with elite sporting talents and training inquiring minds. Graduates from DC go specialist workshops for commitments - recently including on to study ANU Law and International automotive, metal, wood representatives of rugby, rowing and Relations, UC Graphic Design, University cycling. We have a fantastic “girls only“ of Melbourne Arts, WAAPA Dance, and construction PE class as well as mixed classes for University of Sydney Architecture, CIT team sports and individual sports. Community Services, and they go on to become apprentice electricians, In addition to these offerings, Dickson start successful businesses, and they College is a Registered Training become writers, film makers, artists, Organisation (RTO). DC students can actors and school leaders. gain skills and vocational competencies in our specialist workshops for Students come to Dickson College automotive, metal, wood and from public schools, private schools, construction classes, as well as a alternative schools, home schooling and commercial kitchen and the ‘Majura international schools. They come from Café’. around the corner, around the country and around the world. Dickson College is involved with the local community and takes delight in We support the complex needs of

young people today with an extensive arching values: excellence, opportunity, Graduates from DC go Student Wellbeing network. We have community. year coordinators, careers and work on to study ANU Law and At Dickson, we recognise the value of experience advisors, counsellors, young people making a contribution International Relations, UC mentors, youth workers, ESL student back to society. Our approach Graphic Design, University coordinators and indigenous liaison to education at Dickson involves officers. We have a fantastic program of Melbourne Arts, encouraging balance between school for student pathways planning in which and other interests as this helps our WAAPA Dance, University we run a well-supported clubs program students to enjoy their time at school with over 20 clubs ranging from of Sydney Architecture, and consequently gain so much more yoga and philosophy to weights and from their experiences. We see this CIT Community Services, computer games. emphasised increasingly in scholarships and they go on to become Students at Dickson College enjoy and other programs in which our apprentice electricians, a positive practices approach to students become involved. education, with kindness, gratitude, start successful We hope you enjoyed touring the forgiveness and resilience part of school, meeting our teachers and businesses, and they our teaching and learning program. chatting with students and we look Inspired by the research of Dr. Martin become writers, film forward to welcoming you to the DC Seligman, and informed by the work of community in 2014. makers, artists, actors and Dr. Thomas Neilsen, positive practices support students at Dickson College school leaders. to be kind, resilient, gracious and forgiving – all essential parts of our over

School Leadership Team

Beth Mitchell Principal

Mark Bishop and Rob Emanuel Deputy Principals

John Clink College Business Manager

Iain Barr Michael Klinkert Year 10 Enrolment, Library and Information Mathematics and Data Analytics Technology, International Private Students. Inclusion Support Lynne Bean Sara Morgans Assessment, Certification and Curriculum Student Wellbeing Centre, Careers and Uni Advice, Jenny Cowell Transition Support Building and Construction, Hospitality, Metalwork, Ros Phillips Social and Community Work, Vocational Education Refugee Bridging Program and Secondary and Training, and Woodwork. Introductory English Centre (SIEC) Foundations for Independence and FLEX program. Jenny Rae Debbie Dwyer Humanities - Business, Geography, Global Studies, English, English as a Second Language (ESL) History (Ancient, Mediaeval, Modern), Legal Studies, Inclusion Support Psychology, Sociology. Scott Eastburn Languages - Chinese, French, Japanese and Latin. Science - Biology, Chemistry, General Science, Natalie Wiles-Deane Oceanography and Physics. Arts - Black & White Photography, Ceramics, Talented Sports Program, Exercise Science, Sports Dance, Digital Photography, Drama, Fashion Studies, Outdoor Education and Physical Education.. &Textiles, Graphic Design, Media, Music, Music Connect10 and College Connect. Industry, and Visual Art. Student Leadership Group

2012 Satisfaction Survey Results - Students and Parents

88.00% Satisfaction with education at this school 84.00%

86.00% Overall satisfaction with school 82.00%

86.00% The school has high expectations 77.00%

Students 95.00% Subject choice DC: Blue (top) 89.00% ACT: Green (bottom) 89.00% I enjoy learning at this college 82.00%

91.00% I know someone I can talk to about career options 81.00%

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87.00% Satisfaction with education at this school 83.00%

90.00% Overall satisfaction with school 85.00%

90.00% The school has high expectations 85.00%

Parents 92.00%

DC: Blue (top) Computer technology is integral to learning 73.00% ACT: Green (bottom) 92.00% Relevant learning opportunities are provided 85.00%

90.00% The individual needs of my child are catered for by the school 72.00%

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Figures indicate per cent agree and strongly agree with the statement

DC Class of 2012 Results

298 115 Year 12 Vocational Certificates Certificates

ATARs above 90 27%

Median ATARs ATAR 80 - 90 80.7 23% 190 Tertiary Entrance Statements

ATARs ATARs < 60 70 - 80 11% 21% ATARs 60 - 70 18%

Student Wellbeing at Dickson College

ickson College takes a whole and successful transition to college. “Excellence in support school approach to student and Provide an opportunity for community staff wellbeing. We place equal services, providing D service or “giving back”. value on students’ emotional and social opportunity for social, development as we do to academic Build on and explore students’ unique achievement. set of needs and capabilities through emotional and academic identifying personal strengths, We strive to foster a sense belonging development through interests and goals. to our school community, to provide connections with our opportunities for giving and to teach For Year 12 Tertiary students, it resilience, gratitude, assertiveness and provides the vehicle for the delivery of community and external forgiveness. our comprehensive AST preparation services organisations.” program. The following examples of student support are offered at Dickson College: Student Services Assessment and Certification Executive Counselling Service Our Executive teacher of Assessment Dickson College has a full-time, and Certification is available for dedicated and fully qualified School appointments to discuss subject Psychologist. Shireen is available for choices, ACT Year 12 Certificates appointments 5 days per week. and ATAR estimates. Pastoral Care Groups – 1 hour each Student Services Year Advisors week Dickson College Student Services Dickson College runs a weekly has two year advisors who are pastoral care program called available for appointment throughout Clubs and Community centred on a the school week. Our advisors common interest or hobby. These can help students with a range of sessions run one hour per week issues including time management, to teach students about positive extensions on assignments, referrals psychology and wellbeing. Each term to external agencies, liaison with focuses on a different aspect of parents and are actively involved in wellbeing, such as resilience. running the Dickson College Tutorial Our Clubs and Community groups Group. can also support students with Tutorial Support regard to referrals to Student Services, monitoring attendance and Dickson College Student Services referrals to our Tutorial. runs a homework tutorial program each Monday during Clubs and The aims of “Clubs and Community” are Community time and Thursday to: afternoon in the library. Teachers Provide strong pastoral care by and literacy tutors off students one- developing sustained relationships on-one help with their assignments. with teachers and students. Provide a learning environment where students can learn, and be encouraged to practice, different aspects of wellbeing. Work on student pathway planning

We strive to foster a sense General Course Information Certificates issued at the end of Year 12: belonging to our school Typically, units are 1 semester in length and may be in the form of: community, to provide Year 12 Certificate opportunities for giving Tertiary (T) – units prepare students A minimum of 17 standard units. for higher education courses This package must contain a and to teach resilience, including university entrance minimum of three A, T, M, H, C or E courses from different course areas. gratitude, assertiveness Accredited (A) – units prepare A maximum of one C or E course can and forgiveness. students for study at institutes of be used as one of these courses. technology and the workforce Tertiary Entrance Statement (TES) - Vocational (V) – units provide credit towards further study or training 20 standard units which must within an industry include at least 18 standard A, C, E, T, M, H units, of which Certificate (C) – the units are delivered by RTOs at least the equivalent of 12.5 standard units must be T or H. Registered (R) – extra-curricular activities including social, artistic, The units must be arranged into sporting or personal development, courses to form at least the following including Happy Hour pastoral care patterns: - four majors and one minor or Higher Education (H) – year 11 - three majors and three minors and 12 courses designed and accredited by an Australian higher with a maximum of one C or E education provider and where course. successful completion of the course Of these major and minor courses: will be recognised towards an undergraduate degree with that at least three major courses and provider. Usually this via the ANU or one minor course must have University of Canberra. been classified T or H

Courses may be studied in these Includes the AST (aptitude test patterns: consisting of multiple choice, writing task and short answer responses) Minor 2 – 3 units completed of a particular course Students receive an ATAR – derived Major 3.5 – 5 units completed of a from course scores from college and particular course AST results Major/Minor 5.5 – 6.5 units Vocational Certificates completed of a particular course Double Major 7 – 8 units completed Statement of Attainment – of a particular course Certificate I, II, III & IV (part of the Note: Not all courses offer Majors, nationally recognised Australian Major/Minor or Double Major Qualifications Framework, and are combinations. associated with industry-based Training Packages)

Student Leadership Group

he Dickson College Leadership Each year, students in the Leadership The students are asked Group is far more than your SRC. Group work with a local primary school TStudents will learn what it is to be to coach, teach or role model positive to focus on ‘Wellbeing’ a Leader in the community, understand behaviours to younger students. projects at Dickson College their own strengths, and work on their ambitions while continuing to be a This unique program offered at Dickson and the community. responsible and caring citizen who has College isn’t just an SRC, it is designed Students in this group have to make students into Leaders. the confidence to make a difference. the opportunity to attend The program is run through “Clubs An example of what students can do National Youth Leadership and Community” time on the timetable as part of the Leadership Group, DC starting Semester 2 each year for the students attended the recent ACT Conferences, ACT Minister Year 11’s and continues into Semester Education Minister’s Congress where Congresses and our own 1 the next year. they were MC’s and Elected onto the Student Executive. Leadership Camp. The students are asked to focus on ‘Wellbeing’ projects at Dickson College If you are interested in the Student and the community. Students in this Leadership Group, speak with Scott group have the opportunity to attend Eastburn or David Boyle. National Youth Leadership Conferences, ACT Minister Congresses and our own Leadership Camp.

North Canberra Cluster of Schools and Community Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships Agreement Aboriginal and Torres he North Canberra Cluster students, their interests and Strait Islander cultures of Schools and Community aspirations; improve outcomes for TAboriginal and Torres Strait Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander are unique and vital; the Islander Partnerships Agreement students; provide support for promotion, recognition is underpinned by the belief that learning, social support and quality Aboriginal and Torres Strait teaching that meets students’ and celebration of Islander cultures are unique and needs and goals; reflection, review Aboriginal and Torres vital; the promotion, recognition and and respond together. Strait Islander history, celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, cultures and Each year in September, the inner cultures and achievements achievements contributes positively north cluster of schools come contributes positively to to school communities; all students together with the community school communities; all have the capacity to achieve high to re-sign and demonstrate our outcomes in all aspects of their life; commitment to the agreement. students have the capacity and strong, respectful relationships to achieve high outcomes are essential. in all aspects of their life; The agreement shows that as a and strong, respectful community we will: value Aboriginal relationships are essential. and Torres Strait Islander cultures; develop mutual respect, acknowledgement and a welcoming and inclusive school environment; build quality relationships with students – staff will know their

Canberra Times 10.11.2011

Art and Ceramics

rt at Dickson College covers painting. The Arts Faculty encourage Dickson is proud of all aspects of the Visual Arts, students to develop their creative skills Aincluding history, theory and a and explore visual concepts and ideas. its Artist-in-Residence strong practical component. program that connects Art can be taken at two levels – Visual Art is an energetic and popular Visual Art (Tertiary) and Visual Art students with practising course as it provides all students with (Accredited). artists. the hands-on opportunity to develop their creative strengths and skills. There are no prerequisites for either course and it is possible to take up Students need have no previous studies at the commencement of any experience to fully enjoy visual art at semester. Dickson College but they must be willing to explore a variety of methods and techniques. As the course develops, students are taught a wide range of artistic techniques from sculpture, ceramics and printmaking to drawing and

At Dickson College, we f you want to get your hands dirty, and get credit for it, this is the course for regard the visual stimulus Iyou! provided by art as integral At Dickson College you can take to our community. Ceramics at a Tertiary or Accredited We display art work level. We focus heavily on the practical side of ceramics but also understand throughout the College to the need for a theoretical base for our highlight student work. student’s artistic endeavours. There are no pre-requisites for Ceramics but students need to work be prepared to work both with their teachers and also independently to develop and refine their ideas and then create their masterpieces. Ceramics, like all ARTS subjects, explores a wide range of techniques and students will be encouraged to explore and expand their own creative practice. Ceramics subjects come under the classification of Visual Art.

Biology

tudents can complete a Major biochemistry. The topics covered Dickson biology teachers or Minor in Biology at Dickson are fundamental to understanding are passionate about their SCollege. how living things function and for this reason Introductory Biology is subject and use a variety Biology at Dickson is an exciting course compulsory for a major or minor in of teaching styles for the that teaches our students how life Biology. works. Dickson biology teachers are benefit of our students, passionate about their subject and How Living Organisms Function including a diverse range use a variety of teaching styles for This unit includes the study of the benefit of our students, including nutritional requirements of plants and of practical lessons, a diverse range of practical lessons, animals, the circulatory system and meaningful excursions, the meaningful excursions, the use of ICT lymphatic system, gas exchange in a and collaboration with the scientist in variety of organisms, support systems use of ICT and collaboration schools program. and movement. with the scientist in There are four different semester Coordination, Reproduction & Disease schools program. units of biology available to students. This varied unit covers the Students who wish to undertake a coordination of the nervous and minor in biology may complete two or endocrine systems in response to three semester units providing their environmental change and the needs first unit is Introductory Biology. The of the organism. It also includes the subsequent units are the choice of the study of reproduction in plants and student. Students completing a major animals, disease and infection and in Biology need to complete all four how our immune system works. semesters over the two years. Introductory Genetics At Dickson College students will study the following units of work: The basis of genetics - DNA, protein synthesis and genetic development, Introductory Biology is studied in detail. The principles of This introductory unit includes the natural selection and evolution are study of cell structure and function, studied in the second half of the unit. the use of microscopes and

Business

Studying Business at tudying Business at Dickson Other units which can be studied over Dickson enables students enables students to develop a the two years may include: Scritical awareness of aspects of Globalisation and Management Accounting and Business as well as to develop a critical Human Resources and Industrial developing an awareness of self and awareness of aspects of Relations how important commerce is in Australia Accounting and Business and the world. Business Economics and the Future as well as developing an of Business Students in first semester study the Ethics and Big Business importance of Small Business as well awareness of self and how Current Business Issues important commerce is in as Marketing. These units explore the success and pitfalls of owning a Financial Management Australia and the world. business as well as the secrets of Students have the opportunity to marketing products and/or services. participate in various extension Students also have the opportunity to activities such as: Business Forums, participate in running their own small Meet the Business Leader, ANU CBE market stall where they put theory into Apprentice Challenge and other visits to practice. businesses. Assessment in the first semester consists of a research assignment, a test, a, marketing plan and a group task with an individual reflection on the success of the market stall.

Chemistry

t Dickson College, students can is worthwhile because it provides an Chemistry is often referred complete a Major or Minor in excellent basis for understanding the AChemistry. But what is Chemistry physical universe we live in. For better to as the central science all about? or for worse, everything is chemical! because it joins together Chemistry is the study of matter and Chemistry students at Dickson physics and mathematics, energy and the interaction between College compete in the annual RACI biology and medicine, them. Titration Stakes, a nation-wide titration competition. Students are also involved and the earth and Chemistry is an incredibly fascinating in Science Week, visiting ANU to attend environmental sciences. field of study because it is so the highly entertaining lecture of Doctor fundamental to our world, it plays a role Peter Wothers from the U.K. Chemistry is also central in everyone’s lives and touches almost every aspect of our existence in some The following units of work are offered to many new and exciting way. Chemistry is essential for meeting through the Chemistry course: technologies, including our basic needs of food, clothing, shelter, health, energy, and clean air, Introductory Chemistry nanotechnology, and drug water and soil. Chemical technologies Matter and Materials, Atomic Theory, design and development. enrich our quality of life in numerous Bonding and Properties, Molecules ways by providing new solutions to and Intermolecular Forces, The Mole, problems in health, materials, and Reactions in Water energy usage. Thus, studying chemistry is useful in preparing us for the real Acids, Redox and Organic Chemistry world. Acids and Bases, Redox, Organic Chemistry and Polymers Chemistry is often referred to as the central science because it joins Physical Chemistry together physics and mathematics, Gases, Thermochemistry, Modern biology and medicine, and the earth and Atomic Theory, Reaction Kinetics and environmental sciences. Chemistry is Equilibrium also central to many new and exciting technologies, including nanotechnology, Biochemistry and drug design and development. Introduction to Biochemistry, Biomolecules, Cellular Respiration, Knowledge of the nature of chemicals Photosynthesis, Genetic Engineering and chemical processes therefore provides insights into a variety of physical and biological phenomena. Knowing something about chemistry

Chinese (Mandarin)

Learning Mandarin andarin Chinese is the conjugations and you don’t need to official language in China - it memorise verb tenses. has never been more is also known as Putonghua M We have multiple levels of Chinese important! We have and Guoyu. People may not have considered the advantages of classes at Dickson College to suit all multiple levels of Chinese learning Chinese even ten years ago, learners. You can study Beginning classes at Dickson College but today we can see that learning Chinese, Continuing Chinese and Chinese is one of the wisest and most Advanced Chinese. We cook Chinese to suit all learners. You can worthwhile investments you can make food in class, and learn the art of study Beginning Chinese, for yourself. writing Chinese characters, as well as more traditional ways of study. Continuing Chinese and Learning Chinese not only means Advanced Chinese. learning a language, but also a culture Students go on excursions locally to and people. China is one of the world’s yum-cha and karaoke. Every second oldest cultures – its history goes back year we offer a trip to China. more than 5000 years. Mandarin is Students have the opportunity to spoken by more than 1 billion people visit ANU annually as part of their around the world - approximately one Asia Pacific program, and get a taste fifth of the population of the world. of what the university has to offer More and more students are starting language students. to learn Chinese with success. If they can, you can too! The Chinese program at Dickson College enriches our learners Chinese is important for your career. intellectually, educationally and Chinese language skills are useful in a culturally. Students are able to wide range of vocations and careers. communicate across cultures and China is the second largest economy contribute to social cohesiveness in the world and it has become a huge through better communication market which needs people who can and understanding of both Chinese speak Chinese and English. In addition, language and Chinese culture. China is a wonderful country to teach English; there you can develop your The ANU also offers bonus ATAR language and cultural skills. points to students who complete a course of study in a language other Learning Chinese is not difficult, than English (conditions apply). but easy and interesting at Dickson College. Chinese has a relatively uncomplicated grammar. For example, it doesn’t have verb

College Connect

ickson College’s unique ‘College After successful enrolment in College One strength of the Connect’ program is an additional Connect, all students are interviewed Dtransition program for selected to identify strengths and areas for program is its flexibility - Years 11 and 12 students. improvement. This allows teachers a personalised program to better cater for individual student One strength of the program is its needs. is designed to support flexibility - a personalised program students in meeting their is designed to support students in At Dickson, we want all students to completing their Year 12 Certificate. succeed, and this is another way we learning goals and in so are achieving our goals and living up doing, completing their Students who participate in College to our ethos: excellence, opportunity, Connect develop new and additional community. Year 12 Certificate. skills in: Literacy and numeracy Organisational skills to assist in management of workloads in their other subjects Succeeding with college assessment, including preparation and planning, for their other subjects. Enrolment into College Connect at Dickson College is through a referral process the Student Wellbeing Centre and our Transition and Careers Officers.

Connect10 Alternative Education Program

Since 1996, when SWoW ickson College’s Connect 10 The students also enjoy a number of program is an alternative Year excursions each year, visits to Tertiary (the School Without D10 program. It is a flexible institutions and other places around Walls) joined Dickson program designed for ACT students to Canberra and surrounding regions. attain their Year 10 Certificate. College, we have had a Students enrolled in the program also proud history of delivering Our aim at Dickson College is to provide have the opportunity to be extended and a solid base in core subject areas such challenged in College classes. alternative education as Mathematics, English and SOSE. programs at our school. On top of these core subjects Dickson Since 1996, when SWOW joined College also challenges the our students Dickson College, we have had a One of the strengths of with specialized teachers teaching proud history of delivering alternative our school - and what sets subjects including Science, Drama, Arts, education programs at our school. Physical Education, Workshop (metal, One of the strengths of our school Dickson apart - is our wood and automotive), Hospitality and - and what sets Dickson apart - is Information Technology. our commitment to ensuring that all commitment to ensuring students can access engaging and that all students can Enrollment into Connect 10 at Dickson meaningful education and in Connect10 College is through a referral process we demonstrate this every day. access engaging and from the student’s current high school. meaningful education After successful enrollment, all students and in Connect10 we are interviewed prior to beginning so as to identify strengths and areas demonstrate this every for improvement. This allows for all day. subjects to be tailored to the interests and individual needs of the students. The timetable is based around a groups that tailor to similar backgrounds, abilities and circumstances.

Dance

broad range of dance units can Student participate in performances Students build strength, be studied for students to gain a that take place throughout the year A major in Tertiary or Accredited and give students a range of dance fitness and essential dance Dance at Dickson College. experience. Students also have the skills through core training opportunity to participate in Dance Our course includes units such as Festival as a Registered unit. and technique classes. Dance Foundations, Dance Production, Various dance styles are Dance History and Dance in the Media. studied and students Students build strength, fitness and essential dance skills through core participate in a wide training and technique classes. Various range of fun, educational dance styles are studied and students participate in a wide range of fun, and practical activities to educational and practical activities to develop their performance develop their performance skills. skills.

Design and Graphics

Studying design and oth Architecture and Computer project from site analysis to final design Aided Drawing and Design solution with presentation panels and graphic communication B(CADD) contain four individual model making. Projects start at a prepares you well for the units and can be studied over two residential level, and then vary through years to gain a major (or a double commercial properties, institutions and creative economy - where major, if both streams are studied). urban planning. you add value by improving Both use relevant computer-aided drawing software and technical hand In CADD (Computer Aided Drawing & design and functionality. drawing. Issues of sustainability and Design) we follow an Industrial Design environmental impact are covered in focus. Students use the design process both streams. to create furniture, appliances, vehicles and other design objects. Model Architecture introduces students to making is also covered to enable building industry terminology and the students to transfer easily between 2D practice of following through a design & 3D representations.

Drama

ertiary and Accredited courses Being an active viewer of live theatre Drama integrates well with in Drama give students the is also encouraged as are gaining all other subject areas Topportunity to develop their other skills in lighting and design, stage personal confidence and performance management and front of house. These by focussing on the way skills in a wide variety of units. skills are promoted through Dickson’s concepts and ideas can be links with ‘The Street Theatre’ and the Students can complete anything from Canberra theatre scene at large as well developed into a practical a minor to double major in Drama and as through college productions. some units can count towards English and physical performance. majors. Dickson Drama is not only a fun and dynamic troupe to be a part of but one Drama integrates well with all other that inspires students to take risks and subject areas by focussing on the put theory into practice. way concepts and ideas can be developed into a practical and physical All are welcome and no previous Drama performance. Apart from acting experience is required. technique, students experiment with active analysis, theatrical design, directing principals and, in some cases, playwriting.

Every semester students will have the opportunity to participate in a major production, staged in Dickson College’s own Anthill Theatre and/or go out into the community and perform at events such as the Northside Performing Arts Spectacular or The Festival of Museum Theatre.

English

nglish at Dickson College is an • Australian Literature - from the Our goals are to develop engaging and stimulating area traditional to the modern, Australian further an enjoyment of Eof study. As a field, English is literature is lively and relevant designed to help students reflect, • Children’s Literature - learn about literature and language create communicate and analyse. what it takes to make a children’s and to extend control over book and create your own. The English Faculty at Dickson College the form and function of works hard to enrich young people • Comedy and Satire - where being by providing them with the skills and funny is a serious business. Learn language. knowledge to be fully-rounded young what it is that makes us laugh. people. Our goals are to develop further • Crime Fiction - if you like a little an enjoyment of literature and language murder and mayhem, Crime Fiction and to extend control over the form and has a long and illustrious history. function of language. • English Language - is a fascinating unit about the history, etymology and Units are offered at Accredited and grammar of English. Tertiary levels for English. Accredited English is for those thinking about a • Heroes in War and Peace - an career in retail, a trade, the armed examination of our war-like and forces or many other industries. peaceful impulses. Tertiary English is for students who • Introductory English - Accredited intend to go to university or a tertiary high interest classes for students to institution immediately after completing improve their English skills. year 12. • Literature of War & Peace –out of the sadness and destruction of war Students may study a Major, Double has come some powerful literature. Major or Minor in English T. Students studying Accredited English generally do • Literature from Other Lands –enjoy a major. other cultures before your gap year even starts. The first unit in year 11 English T is Responding to Literature. In English A, students begin with Introductory English. In subsequent semesters, students may choose from units in the following range.

Some of the fantastic English units offered at Dickson College include: • Aboriginal Literature - where you tap into the spiritual mythology and modern reality of Indigenous Australian. • And the Beat Goes On - the intersection of music and literature. 50s & 60s beat music and more. • Advanced Writing –for budding writers who want to become published.

EXTENSION ACTIVITIES • North American Literature – a Accredited study of other possible great course, from the First Nation worlds and space travel. Debating people to the American Dream. • The Journey - an Accredited look at debate with other Canberra • Novels - look at the history of the characters’ journeys through books. schools and colleges for the novel and read some of the all-time • The Poet’s Perspective – about the Douse trophy great books. best words in the best order. Writing competitions • Plays — all the world’s a stage and • Writers’ Workshop - for the you can be a part of it. budding JK Rowling in all of us. Write, we’ve had student winners in • Science Fiction- escape the draft, publish. newspaper and Litlinks writing everyday with fantastical creatures competitions and wonderful worlds. Students in English typically complete a take-home essay, an in-class essay, • Shakespeare: poet & playwright - if Guest speakers a creative response and an oral you love the bard as much as we do, presentation. There can be some local writers, academics, police you’ll love this unit. variation in assessment among classes. and comedians come in to • Shorter Literary Forms – includes speak to us the study of short stories, novellas Student work in all English classes Excursions and short films is moderated to ensure consistency • Science Fiction and Fantasy - an across students, classes and year when it comes to films and levels. plays, we love to see the latest and greatest Writing camp unique to Dickson College, we run a sensational three- day writing camp where you’ll be lectured by university academics and writers, entertained by performers and musicians and given the opportunity to write and have your work drafted by professionals.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

ickson College is a diverse use of topic sentences. We teach At any one time we might and inclusive community, with note-taking and summarising to Dstudents from many different assist students to avoid the perils of have students from Brazil, countries – exchange students, plagiarism. We also cater for more Italy, China, India, Burma, international students, refugees and advanced students with units on migrants. literature and culture. Thailand, Sudan, Ethiopia, At any one time we might have In the Accredited ESL classes, Denmark, Afghanistan, students from Brazil, Italy, China, students improve their general Pakistan, Japan, Germany India, Burma, Thailand, Sudan, English skills and world knowledge, Ethiopia, Denmark, Afghanistan, with units focussing on topics … anywhere in the world! Pakistan, Japan, Germany … such as multiculturalism, media, anywhere in the world! celebrations, environment and health. English as a Second Language is a strong and active faculty, that aims The ESL Accounting class is an to support students from different accounting course is taught cultural and linguistic backgrounds in specialised classes for ESL to access the curriculum and enjoy students, so that the focus is success at college and in their first and foremost on language to future lives. understand accounting concepts. We support all students in the ESL ESL Information Technology is program across a range of issues a Modified course for Bridging including housing and medical students. These specialised classes issues. We assist students with cater for refugee bridging students class choices so that their college who need extra language support package suits their abilities and and also for those who have had aspirations. less ICT experience. Dickson College offers the following The Bridging Intensive English specialised ESL subjects: Program caters specifically for • Tertiary ESL students who need extra support with language to access the broader • Accredited ESL curriculum and runs in addition to • ESL Accounting other ESL classes. • ESL Information Technology Dickson College runs a successful • Bridging Intensive English tutorials program for students Program to attend that offers language • Tutorial program assistance with work across a range of subjects. Tertiary ESL is available as a minor (2 units of ESL), a major (4 units) or a major-minor (6 units). For more information about ESL, Tertiary classes focus on academic contact: writing and research, with explicit teaching of essay structure Anna Beaver, ESL Coordinator. including paragraph writing and the

Exercise Science

Exercise Science is xercise Science will introduce Exercise Physiology students to the anatomy and an excellent platform Physiology involved in muscular Ephysiology of the human body and contraction and analysis of energy for students who are will explore how body systems affect requirements of exercise. human performance. interested in careers Factors that influence sporting This course is an excellent platform for performance as well as the in the fitness industry, students who are interested in careers physiological responses and physiotherapy, nutrition, in the fitness industry, physiotherapy, adaptations to exercise. nutrition, biomechanics, sports Sports Medicine biomechanics, sports psychology, sports coaching, medical science and nursing. Diagnosing a range of sports injuries, psychology, sports causes and prevention of these coaching, medical science At Dickson College students will study injuries. and nursing. the following units of work: The appropriate management of injuries and promotion of safety in Anatomy and Physiology sport. Explore the structure and function of many of the systems of the body Biomechanics and how they affect human sporting Biomechanical principles and how performance. Including cellular, to apply them to the human body circulatory, respiratory, muscular, in static and dynamic situations for skeletal and nervous. improved sporting performance. Nutrition Sports Psychology Discover the importance of diet in The relationship between sport and explore the structure and sports psychology and sporting function of the digestive system. performance. Analyse specific dietary requirements Different types of motivation and how for a variety of athletic performance to different types of arousal states and discover the relationship can be achieved through positive and between food intake vs energy negative means. expenditure. Cognitive strategies used in mental preparation for performance. Students can complete a Major or Minor in Exercise Science at Dickson College.

Fashion Design and Textiles

s part of the Dickson College New technologies are also explored Students are Arts faculty, Fashion Design relating to digital textile printing, encouraged to think Aand Textiles takes a wearable environmental issues, science, approach to art and creativity. medicine, sport, smart clothing and laterally and analytically wearable technology. Practical tasks such as garment enabling them to work making, surface design (print, dye, Units offered are: Design Applications, across disciplines resist, appliqué) and structural fabric Working with Fabrics, Textiles for construction (weave, knit) are provided Interiors, Design for Performance where innovation, to allow students to develop skills for (costume and set), Recycle and Reuse. creativity, flexibility, career opportunities, Tertiary study and collaboration, research lifelong interests. and manufacture are Australian Fashion, Textile Design Vocational Educational Training (VET) and Manufacture are now global valued. Students can complete the industries, which are developing competencies, incorporated in the rapidly and impacting on all aspects units, to attain a Certificate II in Applied of our lives. Students are encouraged Fashion Design and Technology, to think laterally and analytically which is recognised nationally by both enabling them to work across employers and training institutions. disciplines where innovation, creativity, flexibility, collaboration, research and manufacture are valued.

Photo: Andrew Sheargold Canberra Times, December 14 2011

Foundations for Independence

he Foundations for Independence Throughout their time at the college, Program focuses on building the students are monitored and their Tcapacity of each of our students progress is tracked as this helps the for greater independence in their adult Foundations team to support them lives. in their progress as well making responsive changes as required. The goals set for each student are Positive links are built with parents and based on their abilities and future carers and we have an open door policy goals and we place a strong emphasis in the Foundations program. on building confidence; personal relationships and employability skills The Foundations Program provides a (communication, technology, planning unique opportunity for students with and organising, self-management, special needs to complete a package of teamwork and problem solving). study related to their educational needs, At Dickson College we work interests and future options. At Dickson, we work from a positive from a positive platform platform focusing on an individual An important part of assisting students focusing on an individual learning plan for each student over the prepare for the transition from College two year program. We work closely is to make links with community learning plan for each with parents and carers to provide an organisations and services which may student over the two year engaging learning environment for a be of use to them in the future. This is program. broad range of students with special facilitated by a program of community needs. visits and guest speakers.

Dickson College is proud of its inclusive Students enrolling in the Foundations education model and we encourage for Independence Program must have and support our students to undertake completed year 10 studies in a special mainstream classes in their area education setting or be assessed by of special interest. Students in the a school psychologist as meeting the program have enrolled in Automotive criteria for access to a place in the Technology, Physical Education, Drama, program. Information is easily available Photography and Media. to parents by phoning the College.

Our curriculum is scaffolded to Successful completion of the two year challenge students with differing abilities program leads to the awarding of an and reflects high expectations so that ACT Year 12 Certificate. students are able to build their skills and experiences and transfer them Foundations for Independence study into work, volunteering and the wider options are presented on the next page. community after year 12.

The Foundations Program Life, Leisure and Learning (M) This PE and Recreation Skills (R) This course includes units on Community program combines physical activity provides a unique Involvement, Health, Relationships and with social skill practice. The students opportunity for students Identity and Life Matters. often combine PE lessons with other with special needs to programs such as the Secondary Work Education (M) This course Introductory English Centre and complete a package of includes units on Job Seeking mainstream Physical Education classes. study related to their Skills, Employability Skills, Work This provides opportunities for students Behaviours and Skills and Rights and to make social connections with educational needs, Responsibilities at Work. students’ across the college. interests and future Food For Life (M) Units studied Maths (R ) This program focuses on options. includes, Food First, Nutrition for Life, functional maths for living as well as Food and Culture in Australia and more complex problem solving tasks Independent Living. aligned with independent living skills and the workforce. Maths is regularly English (R) The Foundations English practised in the classroom and the program caters for a range of individual Canberra community. communication needs. We work with students to increase their reading, Independent Living (R) This program writing, signing and language skills. Like runs for 2 hours a week and was all Foundations curriculum, English is developed to help students develop scaffolded to optimise student learning. their lifestyle skills. Students will begin to learn how to sew, fill out forms, apply for Work Experience (R) Students will jobs, wash and iron clothes and many have the opportunity to complete four more important life skills. placements over the two years. We work with students to develop their skills for different work situations and then support them during their placements.

French

tudying Languages at Dickson Traditions. Students reflect on their College gives students an appreciation of diversity, develops Assessment consists of four tasks own cultural place by S throughout the semester: a research their intercultural understanding, negotiating meaning and oral (20 %), a responding test (30 %), a provides an insight into different ways recreating identities as of thinking, being and doing, and offers written test (30%) and an unprepared opportunities to engage in dynamic oral (20%). global citizens who function cultural and language activities. The Individual’s Experience. This as language users, not Students reflect on their own cultural unit covers the Personal World and language learners. place by negotiating meaning and Education and Aspirations recreating identities as global citizens The World Around Us. This unit covers who function as language users, not Leisure and Health and Into the Future. language learners. Society and Community. This Students study a cycle of four units unit covers Lifestyles and Cultural when undertaking a two year course of Perspectives. French at Dickson College. The course is available at three levels: Beginning, Lifestyles and Traditions. This unit Continuing and Advanced. covers Popular Culture and The Arts.. The units are: The Individual’s Experience, Society and Community, The World around Us and Lifestyle and

General Science

Tap into your innate ap into your innate human Our Perilous Earth curiosity about - and wish to human curiosity about - understand - the universe. The Natural Disasters (Volcanoes, T Earthquakes, Tsunamis, Cyclones, and wish to understand study of science encourages and Drought, Floods, Bushfires), Man- - the universe. The study enables students to develop complex and sophisticated understanding of Made Disasters (Greenhouse Effect, of science encourages the universe through observation, Nuclear, Titanic), Chemistry of and enables students questioning, experimentation, Water, Water Pollution, Water Cycle. discussion, critical analysis and creative Beyond Earth to develop complex thinking. and sophisticated The Night Sky, Astronomy vs. At Dickson, students will study the understanding of the Astrology, History, Astronomy & following units of work. Philosophy, Telescopes & Tools, universe through Life & Crime Distance & Time in Space, Eyes in observation, questioning, Space, Universe Origins, Cosmology, Living Things, Cells, Plants & Our Sun, a nearby star, Formation experimentation, Animals, The Work of Forensic of the Solar System, Is anyone out discussion, critical analysis Scientist, Forensic Processes, Blood, there? Fingerprints, Entomology, Soil, Crime and creative thinking. Scene Analysis At Dickson College, students can complete a Major or Minor in General The Human Machine in Health & Science. Sickness

Food & Digestion, Muscles & Bones, Cardiovascular & Respiratory Systems, Lifestyle Choices, Structural Organisation of disease causing Organisms (Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi & Protozoan), Infectious & Inherited Disorders.

Geography

eography is an engaging and The emphasis of the course uses a very This course will change challenging course. The course contemporary and practical approach, your world view and offer Gexamines the relationships involving students in the latest research between people and the amazing world and links with other institutions and new directions for an we live in. experts. This course will change your exciting future. world view and offer new directions for It is uses an interdisciplinary approach an exciting future. to equip students with the knowledge, insight, thinking and practical skills Geography is offered as a tertiary and needed to grapple with the challenging as an accredited option. Generally, issues that are increasingly facing the students will be assessed via research world community. The course has a assignments, essays, oral seminars combination of units that study the and project work. Students studying natural world and its processes, and the Geography have the opportunity, with human economic and social world. The students in Global Studies, to attend the units studied over the two-year course annual Global Challenges Conference at are: the ANU, organised by the Humanities Water and the World faculty at the college, with presentations by leading academics and experts. World Cities Environmental Hazards Geography Beyond 2050

Global Studies

The Global Studies tudying Humanities at Dickson solving a variety of problems. Students College enables students to will also learn about the role of the course teaches students Sdevelop a critical awareness and media, political parties and elections. to think critically about appreciation of the self, others and the world, inspiring them to become active Students in year 12 learn about the role key global issues and to global citizens. of NGOs and other world organisations develop an understanding such as the UN, as well as different Global Studies is the study of political, styles of government. They explore of international politics, economic, social and cultural current conflicts and international global economic forces, relationships of the world. The course challenges. When they undertake encourages global perspective and the ‘Global Challenges’ unit they are intercultural relationships, provides students with the background required to complete a project for international cooperation, to study other cultures in relation to change. This project is based on one of and global citizenship. their own, including concepts of identity the UN development goals and is aimed and belonging. Furthermore the Global at raising awareness of an important Studies course teaches students to global issue. This is then presented at think critically about key global issues One Word Day held annually at Dickson and to develop an understanding of College. international politics, global economic forces, intercultural relationships, It is recommended that students international cooperation, and global wanting to study Global Studies later in citizenship. year 12 start with ‘Big Ideas and You’ and ‘Australia: Our Democracy, Your This course is of particular value to Choice’ in year 11. students interested in studying Politics, International Relations, Economics, Students in year 11 and 12 have the Media and Asian studies. opportunity to attend the annual Global Challenges Conference at the ANU, Units in Global Studies at Dickson organised by the Humanities faculty College are offered at a Tertiary level. at the college, with presentations by Students can complete a Major or leading academics and experts. Minor. Students will be expected to complete The following units are offered: four assessment tasks for each unit. At least one of these assessments will Big Ideas and You be a seminar presentation and one a Australia: Our Democracy Your Choice research essay or report. International Relations Global Challenges

Students in year 11 study two introductory units; ‘Big Ideas and You’ and ‘Australia: Our Democracy Your Choice’. ‘Big Ideas and You’ introduces students to philosophical thought, and concepts such as reality, consciousness, truth and knowledge, as well as important ideas and thinkers. ‘Australia: Our Democracy Your Choice’ explores the foundations of Australian democracy and the role of institutions in

History

istory units give students the The following units may be offered: Studying History gives you opportunity to explore the past Semester 1 the opportunity to explore Hand: engage with the world imaginatively and empathetically; Ancient - Ancient Mediterranean & the past and: engage with conduct their own research; critically Mesopotamia: This unit begins with the the world imaginatively and interpret evidence; develop rigorous origins of agriculture before examining historical arguments; and communicate empathetically; conduct the rise of the first cities and the origins clearly and persuasively. Work by of writing in ancient Sumer. The history your own research; Dickson College History students, of the ancient Israelites is studied in including exemplary essays, is featured critically interpret Term 2. on www.cliojournal.com. evidence; develop rigorous Ancient - The Roman Republic: The Units are offered at Accredited and historical arguments; and story of Rome until 27 BC. The Tertiary levels in History. At both levels, expansion of the Roman empire communicate clearly and History assessment tasks include through the Mediterranean; The Punic research and in-class essays, oral persuasively. Wars (Hannibal); the breakdown of the presentations and document tests. republic in the 1st Century BC; Civil Students can complete a Major or War; Julius Caesar. Also, aspects of Minor with any combination of Ancient, Roman society and culture. Medieval & Modern History units.

Medieval - The Dark Ages: This unit consequences of this for Elizabeth I. covers the decline of the Roman Empire in the West; its transformation into Modern - International Relations, 1945 the Byzantine Empire in the East; the – Present: This unit covers the legacy rise of Islam and the early centuries of of WWII; the Cold War in Europe; the Western Christendom. Berlin Airlift, the Arms race, the Space race and the Cuban Missile Crisis. It Medieval – Renaissance: Addresses the then turns to the collapse of the USSR Italian city-states; flourishing of thought the end of the Cold War. and culture (Machiavelli, Dante, Leonard Da Vinci, Galileo, Michelangelo); the Modern - Struggles for Independence: printing press. This unit examines the struggle of nations to throw off domination by a Modern – Revolutions in the Modern foreign power and to forge their own World: This unit explores two or three independent path. In Term 3, students major revolutions and how they shaped will look at how the Vietnamese see the modern world. Topics studied may their struggle for independence, first include the American, French, Chinese, against the French and then the Russian or Cuban revolutions. Americans. In Term 4, students will choose to focus on the independence Semester 2 movement of either India or Africa or Eastern Europe. Ancient - Athens to Alexander: This unit examines the glories of 5th While students can complete a History Century B.C.E. Athens, its democracy, Major with any combination of units philosophy, theatre, architecture and from the History curriculum, the more. In the second part of the unit, following sequenced strands should be students study the career of Alexander considered. the Great. Ancient History: Ancient Mediterranean Ancient - The Roman Empire: The & Mesopotamia; Athens to Alexander; establishment of the Empire in 27 The Roman Republic; The Roman BC under Emperor Augustus and the Empire importance of the Principate. Expansion in Europe, Asia and Africa. Investigation Medieval History: The Dark Ages; The into the role of the emperor, dynasties, High Middle Ages; The Renaissance; military, religion, and culture. Pompeii Blood, Lust & Persecution (Tudor and Herculaneum as evidence of daily England) life in the Roman Empire. Modern History: Students with a Medieval - The High Middle Ages: This special interest in Modern History unit begins with the Crusades before should choose four of the following students explore how Magna Carta over their time in College: Revolutions arose as a reaction to King John’s in the Modern World; Struggles for reign. The unit then addresses the Black Independence; International Relations Death and its consequences. Since 1945; The Modern Middle East; Republic to Reich Germany; Conflicts Medieval - Blood, Lust & Persecution and Issues in the Modern World; (Tudor England): This unit explores the Modern Japan; Modern India rise of the Tudors; the reign of Henry VIII, the Reformation in England and the

Hospitality and Food Studies

ospitality is designed for students FOOD FOR LIFE Hospitality is designed who wish to pursue a career This course offers students a range for students who wish to Hpathway in the hospitality industry of practical and theoretical learning or develop practical work ready skills experiences related to food preparation, pursue a career pathway for casual and part time employment in food presentation and strategies for in the hospitality industry Australia and overseas. achieving a healthy lifestyle through good nutritional practices. The units or develop practical work Students undertake training at in the course are based around college in the Majura Cafe and with ready skills for casual and themes including Food and Culture local employers through Structured part time employment in in Australia; Independent Living; and Workplace Learning (SWL) that can Nutrition for Life. Students will also Australia and overseas. lead to the award of Certificate I and develop communication, team work and Certificate II in Hospitality (SIT10207 & problem solving skills as they work with SIT20207) & Certificate I in Hospitality peers to prepare a variety of recipes. (Kitchen Operations) (SIT10307).

The following units can be used to make up a Hospitality course. Different units of competence will be delivered each semester. Hospitality Essentials Hospitality Kitchen Procedures Hospitality Service Procedures Leadership in Service Operations Café Service

Information Technology

All subjects taught by the he Faculty of Information • 3D Modelling and Animation Technology at Dickson College • Digital Media Faculty of Information aims to provide students with T • Programming Technology have a rigorous the opportunity to gain experience • Web Design academic focus as well as in a broad range of ICT skills, from programming and networking through • Robotics and Intelligent Systems being vocationally based. to 3D Modelling and website design. • Autonomous Vehicles (planes and cars) All subjects taught by the Faculty of Information Technology have a rigorous • Networking and Server Technology academic focus as well as being • Games Programming vocationally based. This means that a • Systems Analysis and Design student can gain competencies towards • IT projects a nationally recognised Certificate I & II in Information Technology while also • Microelectronics working towards a university entrance Dickson College is a fully accredited score (ATAR) or an accredited package. Cisco and Microsoft IT Academy. The majority of students who complete Students work on the latest hardware an IT major earn their Certificate I in and software platforms. For example, Information Technology and many also we use Visual Studio Ultimate in our gain their Certificate II. programming classes, Adobe Creative Suite in our digital media subjects, Students can mix and match units from Arduino’s for robotics and systems, the following streams to make up a Blender for modelling (and 3d printing) double major (7 units), major/minor (6 and Unity3D for Games Programming. units) and major (4 units). The faculty We were the first ACT College to have has many links to industry, universities a functioning 3D printer and will be and TAFEs which allow students to investigating 3D scanning for student gain valuable on-the-job experience use in 2014. outside the classroom. Students also have the opportunity to participate in Our philosophy in the faculty is to make various programming and robotics all of our software available to the competitions such at Robocup and students in order to complement and UNSW programming competition. reinforce the work done in the labs. If this is not possible, then we try and Information Technology units include: use Open Source software to ensure equitable access for all students.

Japanese

he Dickson College Japanese Students have the opportunity to By embracing the Program is a vibrant celebration engage in a variety of rich learning tasks traditional aspects of Tof culture and language, including cooking, calligraphy, the arts, enriching learners to view the world debating with scholars, exchanges, Japanese language and from an intercultural perspective. numerous external competitions and a culture, students are Students acquire problem solving variety of annual events at the college and other higher order thinking skills using Japanese. Regular visits by native inspired to be a part of by collaboratively deconstructing the speakers, visits to cluster schools the new generation of evidence of shared values underpinning and a state of the art learning space cultural and linguistic phenomena. including an interactive whiteboard; our Japanese popular culture, By experiencing dynamic resources window to the world, allow our students which both respects and and authentic materials, students maximum exposure to all things notice, compare, reflect and interact Japanese. Students quickly acquire the harmonises with the Japan with informed understandings of the scripts and relevant kanji characters of the past and contributes globalised intersect between modernity through engagement with four themed to the Japan in the future. and tradition. The supportive and fun units during the two year major; The learning environment is augmented by Individual’s Experience, Society and a variety of specialist guest speakers, Community, The World Around Us and engaging excursions and technologically Lifestyle and Traditions. assisted exchange with the global community. So what are you waiting for?

By embracing the traditional aspects of Japanese language and culture, students are inspired to be a part of the new generation of Japanese popular culture, which both respects and harmonises with the Japan of the past and contributes to the Japan in the future. We reflect conceptually about the values that are promoted within the culture and in their relationships, products and services. Students learn to interact responsibly and enthusiastically as global citizens.

Latin

The study of Latin fosters ur beginning Latin reading course and very importantly, of language the ability to think clearly consists of four consecutive structure, being particularly useful for Osemester units, which may be the study of the ‘Romance’ European and logically, and develops studied as a minor (single year) or a languages - Italian, French, Spanish & an understanding of the major (two years). The reading centres Portuguese. Latin structures are also on everyday Roman life and on historical very similar to those of German. social, religious & political events. Latin vocabulary and grammar, values of the Romans, who The study of Latin fosters the ability to however, are especially reflected in have had such a lasting think clearly and logically, and develops English, and their study opens up influence on our own an understanding of the social, religious deeper understanding and new insights & political values of the Romans, who for students. society. have had such a lasting influence on our own society. ‘The enduring Roman influence on Europe is reflected pervasively in It is an ‘omnibus’ (Lat. = for everyone) contemporary language, literature, study, and can offer something for legal codes, government, architecture, almost everyone; and although no engineering, medicine, sports, arts, etc.’ longer used for communication (except in the Vatican, where there is a Latin (If we removed all the words drawn ATM, and in Finland, where there is a directly from Latin, that sentence would radio News in Latin), it is an absorbing read; ‘The…’) study, incorporating appreciation of history, society, mythology, literature

Legal Studies

tudying Legal Studies at Dickson assignment and a test each term. Studying Legal Studies at enables students to develop a critical awareness of how Other units which can be studied over Dickson enables students S the two years may include: the legal system and society are to develop a critical intertwined, as well as developing an Family and Property Law awareness of how the appreciation of self and others in the Crime and Justice legal system and society world. By developing this awareness World Order and Human Rights students are able to form their own are intertwined, as well as opinions on issues that not only affect Media, Politics and the Law themselves, but also their fellow Cyber Crime developing an appreciation citizens in Australia and the world, thus Environmental Law of self and others in the becoming active global citizens. Current Legal Issues world. Students in first semester study the Legal Issues and Gen Z Australian Legal System and Torts. Sport and the Law These units enable students to see Consumer law where our laws came from, delving into our legal structure and learning how Students have the opportunity to civil law operates. Students look at participate in various extension various case studies, have debates and activities such as: Legal Forums, ACT discussions, and develop or enhance Legislative Assembly Parliamentary opinions on various topics that impact Debates, ACT Constitutional Convention, on society and our legal system every Court visits, Parliament House question day. time, University of Canberra Mock Trial Competition and many more. Assessment tasks for first semester usually comprise a research essay or

Mathematics

t Dickson College there is a course frameworks, please visit the Students with a passion mathematics course to suit Board of Senior Secondary Studies and deep understanding Aeveryone. Dickson College is (BSSS) website: http://www.bsss.act. one of the very few Colleges in the edu.au. The guide on the next page of and for mathematics ACT offering the full spectrum of has been adapted from the BSSS also have the opportunity mathematics courses. The five courses Mathematics course framework. of mathematics at Dickson College are: to enrol in further However, the opportunities for students Specialist Mathematics (T) within the Dickson College community mathematics through Mathematical Methods (T) extend beyond the mainstream undertaking a “double Mathematical Applications (T) mathematics and mathematically elite major” in mathematics courses. General Mathematics (A) through study of Specialist Maths for Living (A) In addition to an inclusive classroom environment, we also provide modified Mathematics and Students with a passion and deep (M) and registered (R) courses, where Specialist Mathematics understanding of and for mathematics appropriate, for groups of students also have the opportunity to enrol Extension. within programs such as Foundations, in further mathematics through Connect 10, and Refugee. These M and undertaking a “double major” in R courses allow for a flexible approach mathematics through study of to individual students’ needs within Specialist Mathematics and Specialist Dickson College. Mathematics Extension.

For more information on individual

Additional Opportunities Which course is right for you? At Dickson College All Dickson College students have the When considering which mathematics students of mathematics opportunity to select their own Clubs course at Dickson College is most are also supported and Community group. Students are suitable for you it is important to encouraged to enrol in one of the consider your thoughts on future and extended through Maths Tutoring groups, led by two of experiences, your mathematical interest external programs and the Mathematics teaching staff, to and achievement from High School. competitions such as: ANU provide regular extra assistance in their studies of Mathematics. Additionally, Historical data of student success in Secondary College; ANU every Dickson College student has mathematics at Dickson College has Maths Day; Australian access to the Tutorial Hour held each enabled us to develop the guide below. Thursday afternoon from 3:00-4:00 Mathematics Competition; where teachers from various subject International Tournament areas are available to support students of the Towns; UNSW including at least one member of the Mathematics Department. Each Mathematics Competition. student at Dickson College is also encouraged to seek extra assistance when required during their study lines.

At Dickson College students of mathematics are also supported and extended through external programs and competitions such as: ANU Secondary College; ANU Maths Day; Australian Mathematics Competition; International Tournament of the Towns; UNSW Mathematics Competition.

High School College

Grade A & Good Algebra Skills Specialist Mathematics (T)

10A: Level 1 Grade B,C & Good Algebra Skills Mathematical Methods (T)

Grade D, E & Good Algebra Skills Mathematical Applications (T) Grade A, B, C & Some Algebra Skills 10: Level 2 Grade D, E & Some Algebra Skills General Mathematics (A) Grade A, B, C 10: Level 3 Grade D, E Maths for Living (A)

Media

ickson Arts provides a students to complete a minor, major, Media provides students broad based practical and major/minor or double major in this with an in-depth Dtheoretical study in Media, course. Selected Media subjects may whilst encouraging creativity, and also be included in an English major. understanding of the experimentation. The Media area includes a theatre, principles, knowledge and Students will gain a thorough computer editing laboratories and a skills involved in a vast knowledge in the underlying principles comprehensive range of equipment and techniques of media production which includes; HD digital video range of areas including including video, still image, script writing, cameras, 27 inch Mac computers, a media foundations, video editing and sound. range of the latest software (including production, documentary, Adobe Master Collection), Rode This course provides students with microphones, Velbon tripods, etc. film, television, journalism, an in-depth understanding of the principles, knowledge and skills involved script process, pop culture, in a vast range of areas including news and current affairs. media foundations, video production, documentary, film, television, journalism, script process, pop culture, news and current affairs.

The college offers a variety of Tertiary and Accredited Media units, allowing

Music

usic at Dickson offers Students have the opportunity to study Students study four units students a wide range of Tertiary Music at the ANU school in the two years which Mopportunities for Music of music as a part of their Dickson include Rock and Pop, students. Tertiary and Accredited College program. students study four units in the two Music for film, Ensembles years which include Rock and Pop, Music Industry is a C course which and Self-directed studies. Music for film, Ensembles and Self- is a nationally recognised vocational directed studies. Jazz Tertiary students program giving students a Certificate II Jazz Tertiary students study early Jazz, Blues, Swing and in Music Industry. study early Jazz, Blues, Bebop and Funk. The units are designed to develop Swing and Bebop and Funk. In each unit students practice and competencies in the Music Industry present for performance, compose and to give access to future music and study the particular music employment opportunities in this field. of that unit. Students working in the Work placements are available in a Jazz units practise and perform in jazz variety of Music Industry businesses. combos and in a big band. Students learn or further develop There are excellent facilities for their skills on an instrument, work in practice, industry standard PA, bands, learn how to mix sound for microphones, amps and instruments. performances, compose songs using The music room includes a computer live instruments and/or computers lab with state of the art recording, and study recording techniques and notation and sequencing software and studio engineering. hardware.

Oceanography

o you have a fascination for the The Oceanography course offers Oceanography is the ocean? Are you interested in excursions to the coast and to Sydney, science that studies Dscience? If so, oceanography may and even an overseas excursion to be your perfect match! Vanuatu biannually. physical, chemical, At Dickson College, students can The following units of work are offered geological and biological complete a Major or Minor in through the Oceanography course: processes within the Oceanography. In fact, Dickson College is the only College in the ACT to offer Marine Mammals & Marine Earth’s oceans. this exciting course. But what is Geography Oceanography all about? Introduction to Oceanography, Marine mammals, Features of the ocean Oceanography is the science that floor, The dynamic earth studies physical, chemical, geological and biological processes within the Marine Ecosystems & The Sea as a Earth’s oceans. Resource The oceans cover over 70 per Energy and life, Components of cent of the Earth’s surface and are ecosystems, Marine communities, fundamentally important to the human Population variation, Marine race as a source of food, energy, and resources, Maritime laws minerals. Physical & Chemical Oceanography Oceanography has a diverse range The Earth’s energy budget, Climate of practical applications including change, Ocean currents, Waves and predicting storm surges or waves that tides, Coastal landforms, Chemical threaten coastal regions, studying the and physical properties of seawater, processes that cause beach erosion, Pollution of the sea assessing how offshore engineering affects the environment and managing Marine Biology fisheries for long-term sustainability. The Marine Environment, Introduction Studying oceanography will also give you to marine organisms, Plankton, a firm foundation in biology, chemistry, Nekton, Sharks geology and physics. Oceanography students are extremely well rounded and, as a result, excel in a wide variety of occupations.

Outdoor Education

Students in Outdoor utdoor Education is an clothing, navigation, weather Education will explore river exciting subject where lessons forecasting, nutrition, hazard Olearnt in the classroom are identification, emergency procedures systems through kayaking, complemented with a ‘hands on’ Introduction to the natural the ocean environment experiential learning approach. To study the outdoor environment students will environment through surfing, sea explore river systems through kayaking, Ecological principles, geography, kayaking, scuba diving, the ocean environment through surfing, weather, environmental issues and sea kayaking, scuba diving, the snow the snow through impacts humans are having on the through snowboarding and alpine skiing environment. snowboarding and alpine and the land through mountain biking, skiing and the land through trekking and volunteer work. Outdoor Education (A) mountain biking, trekking Outdoor Education takes a more This course is run “offline” and students holistic approach to education will complete class in R unit time on a and volunteer work. encompassing Outdoor Recreation Thursday afternoon and take a three Activities, Geography, Marine Biology, day trip to complete the scheduled Oceanography, Environmental Studies hours. This course is a great release of and leadership, risk management, stress giving students the opportunity problem solving and personal to get away from it all and learn some development. leadership and personal development skills as well as have a great time. The Outdoor Education (Tertiary) Outdoor Education (A) can be chosen Course will incorporate: term by term but make sure you keep a The nature of outdoor recreation - look out for the upcoming trips! introduction, philosophy, outcomes, Snow Skiing & Snowboarding history of adventure and exploration, Mountain Biking Australians in adventure, recreation Surfing industry, health benefits, value Sea Kayaking Outdoor recreation knowledge First Aid and techniques - introduction to a Scuba Diving selection of activities which may include bush, rope, marine, river, Multi-sport Adventures - White lightweight camping Water Rafting/Wakeboarding/Rock Climbing Underpinning skills - selection of equipment, fluid and nutrition,

Photography

ickson College offers both black & well as lighting and more advanced white darkroom photography and photographic techniques and effects. The units focus on creative Ddigital photography at Tertiary The digital stream focuses on digital and imaginative ways to and Accredited levels. manipulation techniques using Adobe Photoshop. frame and manipulate the The course gives students the plethora of imagery that opportunity to explore the medium The units focus on creative and using exciting artistic applications, new imaginative ways to frame and has become an integral ways of communicating through an manipulate the plethora of imagery that part of their everyday image, and for enjoyment. has become an integral part of their everyday experience. experience. No previous experience is required. In black & white photography, the magic of the darkroom never loses its appeal. Students learn the basic fundamentals of the SLR camera, composition and technical aspects of the darkroom, as

Physical Education

Physical Education is an tudents can complete a Double 6. gain certification in fields related Major, Major Minor, Major or to Physical Education integrated area of study SMinor in Physical Education at Dickson College. that actively engages At Dickson College students will study students holistically Physical Education is an integrated the following units of work: area of study that actively engages in intellectual, social, Fitness Activities & Fitness Programs students holistically in intellectual, social, emotional and physical emotional and physical development Definition of Fitness, barriers to development and learning and learning in, about and through enhance & benefits of Physical Fitness, Components of Fitness, in, about and through physical, recreational and sporting activities. Assessing Fitness, Principles of physical, recreational and Training, Retraining, Methods of Physical Education Course will enable Training, Designing, implementing sporting activities. students to: and applying a Personal Fitness 1. develop knowledge, skills, Program. understanding and values to Racquet Sports & Leisure Activities establish and maintain healthy, satisfying lives Leisure Activities – Swimming, Walking/Jogging, Tenpin Bowling, 2. develop physical skills which Fencing, Dance, Darts, Tennis, Table promote cognitive and academic Tennis, Rock Climbing, Golf, Lawn performance e.g. functioning Bowls, Pool/Snooker, Cycling, Bocce, of the brain, learning, memory, Pitch and Putt concentration and mood Racquet Sports - Tennis, Badminton, 3. plan activities independently and Squash, Racquet Ball, Table Tennis collaboratively 4. communicate ideas Individual Sports & Recreation Activities 5. develop self-awareness and Individual Sports - Badminton, personal identity that enables Squash, Tenpin Bowling, Fencing, them to manage their emotional, Dance, Darts, Tennis, Table Tennis, mental, spiritual and physical well- Rock Climbing, Golf, Lawn Bowls, being. Pool/Snooker, Cycling, Bocce, Pitch and Putt Recreation Activities - Ultimate Frisbee, Floor Hockey, Archery, Beach Volleyball, Ice Skating, Lawn Bowls

Team Sports & Non-Contact Football Codes Team Sports – Volleyball, Netball, Softball, Cricket, Basketball, European Handball Non-Contact Football Codes – Touch Football, OzTag, Flag Football, Futsal, Soccer

Physics

tudents can complete a Major Complex Motion and Waves Physics explores or Minor in Physics at Dickson College. Motion in 2 dimensions, Projectile humankind’s drives to S motion, Circular motion, Angular explain the phenomenon The study of physics explores Motion, Waves Properties, Light humankind’s drives to explain the Interference Patterns, Light which shape our world phenomenon which shape our world Scattering, Specialised Experimental and universe. Through the and universe. Through the study of Techniques motion and energy, sound and light, study of motion and energy, electricity and the atom we develop a Fluids and Engineering sound and light, electricity greater appreciation for the forces and Bernoulli’s principle, Pressure and and the atom we develop processes which exist within our daily Density, Laminar and Turbulent a greater appreciation for lives. flow, Stress and Strain, Stability of The skills learnt through the study Structures, Strength and Elasticity of the forces and processes of Physics directly link to problem- Materials, Balanced and Unbalanced which exist within our daily Forces solving techniques, research and lives. communication skills and specialised Nuclear and Atomic Physics experimental methods aimed at achieving specific goals. A student of Radioactivity, Nuclear half-life, Fission physics can discover the workings of the and Fusion of nuclei, Application of atom, the mysteries of the universe and Nuclear Physics, Atomic Structure, all the other pieces in-between. Emission spectrum of atoms, Exotic sub-atomic particles, Wave-particle At Dickson College students will study duality of light the following units of work.

Forces & Geometric Optics

Light waves, Images formed by Mirrors and Lenses, Mechanical Motion and Energy, Newton’s Laws, Forces, Momentum, Measurement Techniques

Charge and Energy

Electrical charge, Static Electricity, Electrical Circuits, Temperature, Energy Transfer Processes, Manipulation of Heat, Household Wiring and Thermal Insulation Nobel Prize winner, Professor Brian Schmidt, at our 2013 Science Symposium

Psychology

Through our exploration of sychology explores the nature of uncovers the mysteries of the brain the human mind, behaviour the human mind and behaviours and how we think, remember, perceive, Pwith the goal of promoting greater speak, solve problems, and learn. It is and condition, students awareness and acceptance of the a science focussed unit that forms an have the opportunity differences between individuals. excellent base for exploring the more abstract psychological concepts and to develop their own Our Psychology units are engaging and theories in future units. stimulating. Psychology is designed understanding of the to help students reflect, create, Other units offered may include: individuals and groups they communicate and analyse. Through Psychology of Happiness our exploration of the human mind, encounter in their lives as Personality and Abnormal Psychology behaviour and condition, students have well as applying general the opportunity to develop their own Infancy to Adulthood principles and theories to understanding of the individuals and Students may study a Minor (two groups they encounter in their lives as their own development. semesters) or Major (four semesters) well as applying general principles and in Psychology. Students can combine theories to their own development. EXTENSION ACTIVITIES units of Psychology with units of Youth Mental Health Ambassador Studying Psychology at Dickson College Sociology to form a Behavioural program is for those thinking about a career not Science major. Participation in ANU and UC only in psychology, but any area that Assessment for psychology takes the Psychology research involves an interest in the human mind form of two research assignments and behaviour. It is also very helpful in (such as experiment reports, essays, developing critical and creative thinking, oral presentations etc) and two research and writing skills that can tests (multiple choice and extended benefit the student in any subject response), worth 25% each. throughout their further studies. We also offer a course for students Students will study units from the list who are interested in psychology below, however not all units are offered but don’t want to study it at tertiary each year. The introductory units are level. The Psychology A course can likely to be: be done as a minor, undertaken over Social Influence, Attitudes and two semesters. The units explores the Prejudice uniqueness of the individual, enabling Consciousness, Learning and students to develop self-awareness Memory and an understanding of emotions and the factors that trigger these. The Social Influence, Attitudes and units assists students in developing Prejudice is a social psychology unit a mindfulness and empathy for that investigates how people’s thoughts, themselves and others, giving an insight feelings, and behaviors are influenced into family, peer and social relationships. by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others. It is a practical There are four major pieces of unit that allows students to use their assessment throughout each own lives and relationships as case semester,. The assessment is based on studies as they discover the theories a test each term, a personal portfolio and processes behind our everyday and an oral research presentation, with behaviour and interactions with others. weightings varying from 20 to 30% for each task. Consciousness, Learning and Memory is a cognitive psychology unit that

Refugee Bridging Program

he Bridging Program at Dickson have significant settlement issues, Refugee young people have College has been developed as a response to the interrupted may have spent significant time in a the right to a meaningful T refugee camp prior to their arrival in schooling of many of the young refugee education that takes into Australia and Canberra. students that enter the ACT college account their refugee sector. What is the Refugee Bridging experiences and supports Program? Although many refugee students aim to and prepares them in attend and complete college they face The Refugee Bridging Program is a innumerable hardships. They face great year 11 and 12 course studied over their quest for successful challenges in terms of social adaptation, a possible three years. The program educational outcomes. English language learning, adoption allows the students to fulfil the into an unknown school system, and requirements of a year 12 certificate. eventual academic success. For some students it may offer the This program aims to support these opportunity of a tertiary entrance, students and give them the opportunity possibly via the CIT. Pathways vary for academic success. according to student ambition and ability. Who can join the program? Students who aspire to gain their The program is open to students year 12 certificate will be given the 16 years and older with a refugee opportunity to study units that are more experience. Students must meet a appropriate to and support their past In 2012, Dickson College minimum standard of written English educational and life experiences. The before they can enter the program, flexible nature of the program will allow was recognised for its although they will still have significant more able and experienced students work with students with a ESL and literacy needs. to move into mainstream units when refugee background at the appropriate in order to continue their Typically the cohort are students who– individual education pathway. ACT Multicultural Awards: are refugees (or have had a refugee Dickson College won both experience), the Education Award and have had disrupted education, the Public Sector Award.

Science - Accredited

Without getting tudents can complete a Minor in Cosmetics Science (A) at Dickson College by into more advanced completing both of these units: Students studying Cosmetics at chemistry, students S Dickson study the structure of skin, its Hair Care nutritional needs and how skin grows gain an appreciation for and changes over time. hair care and cosmetics Students studying Hair Care develop an understanding of the structure of Without getting into more advanced preparations and how they hair, its nutritional needs and how hair chemistry, students develop an work. grows. understanding of how cosmetic preparations are made and how they Students have the opportunity to create work. a variety of hair styles using a range of techniques. Without getting into more Studying Cosmetics offers an advanced chemistry, students gain an opportunity for students to learn about appreciation for hair care preparations the cosmetic industry and opportunities and how they work. Students endeavour for future training and employment. to appreciate the hairdressing industry and opportunities for further study. This is a fun and engaging class!

This unit is an exciting and engaging subject for all students interested in hair!

Social and Community Work

his course is designed for Benefits for students: Studying Social and students interested in all aspects Gain a head start into nursing or many Community Work provides Tof the community services sector, other community service careers such child care, disability work, aged care as, disability work, children’s services, you with opportunities and youth work. The course also covers community work, youth work and aged to make a difference in foundation skills and knowledge that care would assist students wanting career people’s lives within their Develop links with local employers and pathways into nursing and teaching. opportunities to undertake challenging local community. Students undertake training at college work with tremendous personal and with local employers through satisfaction Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) Learn appropriate work practices from that can lead to the award of Certificate child care professionals, nurses, carers II in Community Services (CHC20112) and healthcare professionals in the workplace while on SWL The following units can be used to Develop work ready skills in career make up a Social and Community Work pathways that are in demand here and course. Different units of competence overseas will be delivered each semester. Community service jobs offer flexible Understanding Community Services hours and conditions and good Disability and Aged Care Work opportunities for advancement Issues in Youth Work Opportunities to make a difference Children’s Play in people’s lives within their local Children’s Wellbeing community. Child Development

Sociology

Students are encouraged ociology explores the nature of bibliography or oral seminar) and an the social systems and social in-class test each term. to reflect on their social interactions that comprise S Year 11 students begin with Sociology context and to reconsider everyday life, with the goal of enabling of Deviance & Crime; then they can their assumptions about students to critically analyse their world, and act in a constructive, socially complete the rest of the units in any the world. conscious manner. order, depending on what is offered in any given year. Units offered in Sociology Our Sociology units are designed to help at Dickson College include: students develop critical thinking skills. Sociology of Media, Youth & Culture Students are encouraged to reflect on Sociology of Deviance & Crime their social context and to reconsider their assumptions about the world. Sociology of Religion Students are expected to develop their Sociology of Roles & Relationships social awareness and an understanding Sociology of Ethnicity & Race of alternative points of view. Sociology and Power Units are offered at Accredited and Sociology of Education, Work & Tertiary levels for Sociology. Accredited Leisure Sociology is for those thinking about Sociology of Health & Medicine a career in retail, a trade, the armed forces or any other industry that NOTE: Not all of these units will be involves interpersonal interaction. offered each year. Tertiary Sociology is for those intending to go to study at university or a tertiary Students may study a Minor (two institution. Sociology is not just relevant semesters) or a Major (four semesters) for Humanities and Arts subjects, but in Sociology. for all tertiary disciplines that require When combined with Psychology units, critical and creative thinking. students may study a Major/Minor Generally students are required (six semesters) or Double Major (eight to take undertake both a research semesters) in Behavioural Science. project (such as an essay, annotated

Sports Studies

ports Studies is a good curriculum Sport, Leisure & Recreation Sports Studies is a option for students who are interested in careers in the Sport, Leisure and Recreation, good curriculum option S Physical Fitness & Health, Local fitness industry, sports coaching, sports for students who are Sport & Recreation faculties, Sport administration, sports media, sports interested in careers business, sports marketing, community & Recreation for people with Special sport and recreation leadership. Needs in the fitness industry,

At Dickson College students will study Health In Australia Community sports coaching, sports the following units of work. Australian Health status, Health as a administration, sports Sports Coaching Social Construct, Australian National media, sports business, Physical Activity Guidelines, Lifestyle sports marketing, Roles and responsibilities of a coach, disease, illness and disabilities, planning and designing coaching Health Care in Australia, Health community sport and sessions, teaching sports skills and Promotion, and Health concerns for recreation leadership. games, coaching communication, Australian population groups. coaching children and the development Sports Administration & Marketing

Issues In Sport General organisation of Sport Competitions, organisational and History of Sport in Australia, management structures, Legal Economics in Sport, Multicultural requirements, Financial planning, Issues in Australian Sport, Indigenous Public Relations, Human Resource participation in Sport, Children & Management, Event Management, Sport, Politics in Sport, Gender& Sponsorship, Influence of Media, Sport, Fashion and Image in Sport, Advertising a brand. Sponsorship in Sport Students can complete a Major or Skill Acquisition Minor in Sports Studies at Dickson College. The Nature of Learning, Classification of Motor Skills, Motor Patterns, Knowledge of Results, Individual differences in Learning

Talented Sport Program Sports Development ports Development is an communicate ideas integrated area of study that develop self-awareness and personal Sactively engages students identity that enables them to manage holistically in intellectual, social, their emotional, mental, spiritual and emotional and physical development, physical well-being and learning in, about and through physical, recreational and sporting Through this course, students activities. undertake practical activities in Sports Development they gain knowledge The Sports Development course is through experiential learning. The designed to cater for all students who general objectives of acquiring, Programs are tailored have been selected in the Talented applying, synthesising, evaluating and to meet the individual Sports Program at Dickson College. The appreciating reflect the notion that skills course consists of four semester units and knowledge, once acquired, can be athlete’s needs and that are not sequential. applied to a range of physical activity sporting requirements, Time Management and Drugs in context. In addition, they access and in close consultation with Sport use information by developing research Sports Psychology and Career skills that help them critically analyse identified coaches and Planning contemporary issues. sporting organisations. Sports Injuries and Study Skills The study of Sports Development Sports Promotion and Administration supports students as they develop into young adults, encouraging Student programs are tailored to enhancement of personal wellbeing, meet the individual athlete’s needs lifelong physical activity and the capacity and sporting requirements, in close to develop them as a lifelong learner consultation with identified coaches and make a positive contribution to and sporting organisations. In each society. unit, the sports performance strand will provide the talented athletes with the Employment Options and Further time and access to the facilities that Studies Pathways they need to develop their specialised skills. It will encourage them to evaluate Members of the Talented Sports and assess their performances while Program receive numerous reflecting on their goals, aspirations and opportunities to promote and develop expectations, both short and long term. their sports, and a number end up pursuing their sport in a part-time or full Sports Development will enable time capacity after leaving college. students to: The information gained in the develop knowledge, skills, theoretical aspects of the course understanding and values to provides valuable foundation knowledge establish and maintain healthy, for tertiary study in related fields. satisfying lives develop physical skills which promote cognitive and academic performance e.g. functioning of the brain, learning, Entry into the Talented memory, concentration and mood Sports Program is by plan activities independently and application and interview. collaboratively

Workshop Technologies

he Technology Faculty provides a Metal Technology The Technology Faculty range of programs which provide This course is designed to develop provides a range of Teducational foundations for Metal Construction skills to a high further studies in traditional trade areas standard of accuracy and finish. The programs which provide at the Canberra Institute of Technology curriculum is suited to any student educational foundations or with private Registered Training who wishes to gain knowledge of Organisations. metals (especially steel) in a practical for further studies in Students also have opportunities to environment. Students who develop traditional trade areas participate in the Australian School skills associated with designing, at the Canberra Institute Based Apprenticeship (ASBA) program constructing and repairing objects will in conjunction with their studies in a be able to use them in the traditional of Technology or with number of the courses. fields of metalwork – such as Fitting private Registered Training The Technology courses offered at and Machining or Engineering – as well Organisations. Dickson College include Accredited (A) as many other career areas. and Vocational (V) courses. Wood Technology Automotive Technology This course explores many aspects In the Automotive Technology course of woodwork, including: the correct students develop knowledge and skills use of hand and machine tools, related to various types of engine and methods of cabinet construction and vehicle systems. This is an ideal course finishing. It also covers specialised for students who want to learn about areas of woodwork such as turning maintaining their own car. and restoration. Students will have At a professional level, the course the opportunity to undertake projects provides a pathway into the Automotive and extend themselves with the special Industry for students who successfully techniques required for this work. complete the requirements for the Certificate I in Automotive (AUR10105). Combining Workshop Technologies with Design and Construction Pathways Graphics This course is aimed at students Students with a special interest in who may be seeking a career in the design aspects in the Automotive, Construction Industry. The course Construction, Metal or Wood provides students with the opportunity Technologies or trades should consider to develop their skills in the use of hand undertaking some design units in the and power tools and in construction Design and Graphics course, in addition techniques with different materials and to their other studies in this area. in the preparation of building sites. Qualifications achieved in vocational Students will work towards CPC10111 courses are nationally recognised. Certificate I in Construction CPC20211 Certificate II in Construction Pathways.

Library

ickson College library holds an Wireless broadband - netbooks and extensive collection of resources personal devices. Dthat support all curriculum areas Access to the library catalogue. as well as recreational interests. The Online full text magazine and DVD/video collection is available for newspaper articles. student use within the college. Our library catalogue, Oliver, is easy to use, Word processing and other web based and accessible from all authoring tools. Printing and copying. school computers. Dickson College Library website

Resources The DC library website can be found via Graphic novels, fantasy, science fiction, our main website. It contains: crime and contemporary fiction. As well • Useful websites & online research as Interesting and useful non fiction. links • Bibliography and referencing guides Magazines • Essay and report writing guides Time, New Scientist, Hyper, Top Gear, Girlfriend, 2020 BMX, Australasian Teacher librarians can help you with Dirt Bike, Rolling Stone, National • Research and assignment skills Geographic, Men’s Health, Women’s • Information literacy Health and more • Search skills – finding great Newspapers - The Canberra Times, The resources Daily Telegraph • Writing bibliographies

Computers and IT Desktop computers for research and assignments.

Vocational Education and Training

ickson College is a Registered (CPC10111) & II & Construction We offer Vocational Training Organisation (RTO) Pathways (CPC20211) Education and Training Dregulated by the Australian Skills Certificate I & II Hospitality Quality Authority (ASQA). (SIT10207 & SIT20207) (VET) courses from We offer Vocational Education Certificate I Hospitality (Kitchen a variety of industry and Training (VET) courses from a Operations) (SIT10307) endorsed training variety of industry endorsed training Certificate I & II Information packages. Students can complete Technology (ICA10111 & ICA2011) packages. Students nationally recognised qualifications Certificate II Live Production, Theatre can complete nationally whilst completing their ACT Year 12 & Events (CUE20103) recognised qualifications Certificate. Certificate II Music (CUS20109) whilst completing their ACT Students enrolled in VET courses are Certificate I Workplace Skills given the opportunity to gain valuable (69796) Year 12 Certificate. industry experience through Structured Workplace Learning (SWL). Students Other vocational opportunities who can demonstrate competence are available through partnering to industry standard in a workplace arrangements with external RTOs context and in the workplace during throughout the year. These include: SWL are eligible receive a qualification Canberra Institute of Technology or Statement of Attainment in the The Academy of Interactive following qualifications: Entertainment Certificate II Applied Fashion Design Masters Builders Association and Technology (LMT21707) Regional Group Training Certificate I Automotive (AUR10105) Certificate II in Community Services (CHC20112) Certificate I Construction

Australian School-based Apprenticeships (ASBAs)

On completion of an ustralian School-based Plumbing, Electro Technology and Apprenticeships (ASBAs) offer Hospitality. ASBA, students receive students, 15 years of age A If you are interested in exploring an a nationally recognised or over, the opportunity to achieve a nationally recognised vocational ASBA, please complete an Expression of vocational qualification qualification by combining paid work Interest form when you enrol in classes and an ACT Year 12 and training as part of their educational later this year so that you can be placed program at college. on our register to receive information Certificate. on available positions. Students train for a minimum of 8 hours in the workplace and a minimum If you are already undertaking an ASBA, of 3 hours off the job training weekly please let us know at the time that you for a Certificate II qualification and a enrol. minimum of 15 hours a week for a If you are an employer looking to employ Certificate III qualification. a student under an ASBA arrangement, On completion of an ASBA, students please contact the school to discuss receive a nationally recognised options. vocational qualification and an ACT Year For more information contact Erica 12 Certificate. Brown, Vocational Learning Officer. ASBAs are available in a wide variety of industries including: Building & Construction, Hairdressing, Community Services (Aged Care & Child Care), Business, Information Technology,

Careers and University Advice

ome and see our team of fully Careers & University advice qualified Careers Advisors in N-Block – the red carpet We offer a range of services to C assist you with career planning. connects us to other members of the Student Wellbeing team. The Careers team are available to students during school hours We can help you to take the steps and appointments can be made to in the future directions that interest discuss options. you. When helping a young person in your care to consider their career, Work Experience we suggest that they consider their Work Experience is a great way to interests, abilities and values. Success explore career paths and to find out is found most often when you do what is involved in an occupation. This something you like and are good at, so is especially true if you are unsure why not pursue all the options? about the type of work you would like We can help lead you to information to do when you leave college. Work that you might not even know exists and Experience often leads to further the more information you seek out early employment opportunities, including on, the better prepared you will be for part time work. what lies ahead. You can spend one week (minimum Come to us for: Work Experience, of 30 hours) in a work place. excursions to Career Markets, guest Each Work Experience placement speakers and lectures, access to can count towards your Year 12 external courses, School-Based Certificate and you can participate Apprenticeships (ASBAs), assistance in several placements while at with job seeking and employability skills. college. To find out more about Work We also help with applications to CIT, Experience visit the Work Experience university through UAC, VTAC, QTAC Coordinator – in the Careers Centre. etc, as well as scholarships, and more. Can you help?

Moving Forward and Transitions Finally, if you are an employer and With two Moving Forward officers to would like to be involved by taking on help you transition into year 11 and a student as an Australian School- out of year 12, as well as a Careers Based Apprentice (ASBA) or as part advisor, there is someone who can of our Work Experience program, work with you, one-on-one, to explore please contact us to discuss how you the options that are out there. can become involved (6205 6455).

Student Pathways Planning

We work with students, families and pastoral care teachers to individually help with Pathways Planning.

Dickson Green

n recent years, Dickson College has Students and staff are encouraged to still to do. We can continue to make a adopted a focus on environmental ride their bikes, catch the bus or walk difference, but only with the ongoing Isustainability. We still have some way to school when they can. support of the students and families in to go with this, but we have taken some our community. important steps towards making our DC students are taking a greater school greener. interest in recycling across the college, With that in mind you can help us and and we have placed more paper yourself by: recycling when you can; Here are some key points about the recycling points around the campus in using the bins provided; turning off lights College that you might find interesting: response. when they are not needed; not leaving water running unnecessarily; riding The school building itself enjoys plenty With the help of Switched on Schools, your bike and walking to school; and of natural light, reducing our reliance on DC students are being mentored by being mindful of reducing unnecessary artificial lighting throughout the day. The ANU students consumption. Together, we can make a building runs east-west and most of our difference. classrooms, with large windows, enjoy We have a very productive ongoing the benefit of passive solar gain as a relationship with SEEChange, which result. this year has involved our students producing “green papers” for the Many classrooms have clerestory Centenary Parliament of Youth on the windows that help with natural lighting ACT government’s 2020 vision for a and also with cross-ventilation in the sustainable Canberra. Students have warmer months. We have invested in researched and written individual green new, high efficiency light fittings that papers on a range of topics, from light generate brighter light while using less rail to waste management and water electricity to run. use. Some of our senior students have chosen to work as mentors to The organic community garden, run by Lyneham Primary School students, In 2013, with the support Canberra Organic Growers, has plots helping them with their contributions to of the ACT Government, used by community members and plots the Parliament. Our students are also used by DC students. devising individual entries for the 2020 we installed 87 solar Vision competition which involves them We have water tanks that feed the panels on our roof. These imagining the impact on Canberra of toilets in the gymnasium and the panels feed into the grid a range of different carbon emission courtyard and another pair of tanks that levels. and will provide an income supply the organic community garden with water. We have also started a container stream for us to make recycling program in the canteen In 2013, with the support of the ACT further improvements area to reduce the number of plastic Government, we installed 87 solar to our environmental bottles going to landfill. panels on our roof. These panels sustainability program. feed into the grid and will provide an The school uses low-impact paper in its income stream for us to make further printers and copiers and recycles toner improvements to our environmental cartridges. sustainability program. The college grounds are defined by Also in 2013, DC will connect with a mature trees that offer natural cooling non-potable water supply and install a and shade in summer and we have 20 kilo-litre water tank that will enable plans to increase our tree stock. us to use water that is not suitable for drinking around the school grounds. We are proud of the progress we have made so far, but there is much

International Students

ickson College provide Secondary Introductory English The value of opportunities for all International Centre (SIEC) on campus - Younger multiculturalism DStudents by building a strong students can do a full-time intensive sense of community with homestay English course at the SIEC, located on permeates the college as families and our wider networks. the Dickson College campus, and then seen in the establishment come to study at Dickson College for Our learning environment is interactive Years 11 and 12. of the Global Relations and holistic. This approach supports students as they prepare for university Intensive English Language Learning - course and One World Day. and life beyond college. Students have Dickson College recently Specialised English as a Second the opportunity to study a wide range of won two Australian Capital subject areas. Language classes at Accredited and Tertiary level with qualified, Territory awards for International students can access two experienced TESOL teachers - There designated coordinators available for are eight ESL classes operating each excellence in Multicultural pastoral care and academic support. semester, six are Tertiary level and Education, recognising its Our coordinators guide students in their two at the Accredited level. outstanding support of choice of suitable subjects and courses to access tertiary entrance. Secondary Introductory English ESL learners and inclusive Centre (SIEC) on campus Students at Dickson College have curriculum. achieved excellent results in our Bridging courses (up to 40 weeks rigorous and challenging programs available) with International Students at Dickson BIEP - Bridging Intensive English achieving the highest median ATAR in Program for new students the ACT. Homework tutorials led by their ESL The value of multiculturalism permeates teachers – tutorials are offered the college as seen in the establishment to help students with drafting of the Global Relations course and One and editing their homework and World Day. Dickson College recently assessments. won two Australian Capital Territory awards for excellence in Multicultural Courses - At Dickson College students Education, recognising its outstanding can do a wide range of courses, for support of ESL learners and inclusive example, Mathematics at 3 different curriculum. levels, English as a Second Language, Business Studies, Information Dickson College has approximately 40 Technology and Music, over 2 years, International Private Students (IPS) towards a Year 12 Certificate. Students mostly from Asia. This is in a population can also gain university entry, if of around 800 students. required.

The College accepts students from University Entrance - International the age of 16. Students have the students at Dickson College can study opportunity to attend bridging courses for a Year 12 Certificate and university for up to 40 weeks at the College and entry. IPS coordinators help with Students with limited English may preparation and training for the AST undertake a preliminary course in exam. English language at our College.

Accommodation - Homestay way of life accommodation is available with selected families in areas close to the Make Australian friends school. Study with experienced and helpful Homestay accommodation with an teachers who will assist you to be Australian family costs approximately successful. $260 per week. If you have friends or For more information on international relatives in Canberra you may organise education at Dickson College, contact: your own homestay accommodation. Coordinator, International Program The ACT Year 12 Certificate Dickson College Phillip Avenue, The ACT Year 12 Certificate is a 2 year Dickson, ACT, 2602 (4 semesters) study package, including AUSTRALIA 3 or 4 majors (subjects studied for 2 years) and 2 or 3 minors (subjects How to apply studied for one year). All applications for International International students study 5 or 6 Education at Dickson College are subjects of their own choice, each organised by the ACT Education and semester, including English as a Second Training Directorate. Language. Email: [email protected] International students can choose from the wide range of subjects available Fax: to all Dickson College students, +61 2 6205 9178 including Mathematics at three levels, Mail: Science subjects such as Physics and International Education Unit Chemistry, Information Technology, ACT Education and Training Business Studies, languages, including Directorate French, Chinese, Latin and Japanese, GPO Box 158 Sports Studies, Music, Art, Photography Canberra City 2601 All applications for and Technical Drawing. Website: International Education Advantages of gaining Year 12 www.det.act.gov.au/school_ at Dickson College are Certificate at Dickson College for education/international_students International Students organised by the ACT Nominate Dickson College as your Education and Training No English language entry test to preferred school in part 2 of the university (that is, no IELTS or TOEFL application form. Directorate. test). For students from the People’s Republic Email: Improve your English to a level of China - the Education and Training [email protected] enabling you to succeed at university. Directorate will give you contact details Several courses are offered, of educational agents in China who depending on your needs. will be able to assist you with your visa application and other requirements. Become familiar with the Australian Please contact the International Unit for education system, which you will find any further details. is different from your own in many ways. CRICOS Registration number 00643J Adjust to the Australian culture and

Key dates

Online applications go live: www.det.act.gov.au 30 April 2013

Online applications close at midnight: Any applications after this time will be considered as late and processed at each college except where colleges have high demand. 14 June 2013

Offers of placement are dispatched by colleges: 2 July 2013

Last day for students to advise colleges of acceptance of placement: 2 August 2013

Careers interviews between prospective students and DC Careers and Uni Advice team: 19 August 2013 - Campbell High School 20 & 21 August 2013 - Lyneham High School

Year 11, 2014, semester 1 class selection: You must accept an offer of a place at Dickson College by completing the enrolment forms that will be sent to you. 3 September 2013 - Campbell High School 4 September 2013 - Lyneham High School 5 September 2013 - Dickson College evenings by appointment 12 September 2013 - Dickson College evenings by appointment

Campbell High and Lyneham High arrange the bookings for class selection for year 10 students at their schools.

If you are unable to attend those sessions - for example if you do not attend Lyneham or Campbell - please contact Dickson College on 6205 6455 to arrange a time to select first semester year 11 classes on either 5 September of 12 September at Dickson College.

The enrolment process requires three key items: 1. A completed application (online) 2. A completed enrolment pack (paper, sent to you to complete and return to Dickson College] 3. Class selection (in person at either Lyneham High, Campbell High or Dickson College]

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