The study of English helps us to better understand the world and ourselves. By developing proficiency in English, students take their place as confident communicators, critical and imaginative thinkers, lifelong learners and active participants in Australian society. English at Bass High is both challenging and enjoyable. It develops skills in the key areas of reading, writing, speaking, listening and viewing, through engagement with texts of the past and of the present. As the national language, English also provides the foundation for learning in all other subjects.
What will students learn about in English?
Stage 4 (Years 7 and 8)
In years 7 and 8 students will learn to develop skills in:
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Creative Writing
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Responding to a variety of text types
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The use of Information and Communication Technologies
Stage 5 (Years 9 and 10)
In years 9 and 10, students will begin the process of completing their year 10 school certificate. Students will use what they have learned in years 7 and 8 and take these skills further. Students will develop skills in:
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Understanding and creating a variety of poetic forms.
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Understanding, analysing and responding to a wide variety of texts.
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The use of Information and Communication Technologies and how to enhance these skills in a workplace context.
Stage 6 (Years 11 and 12)
When students start year 11, they will have formally begun the process of completing their NSW Higher School Certificate. English is the only Mandatory subject in the NSW Higher School Certificate and students must attend and contribute to class as well as completing their assessments to the best of their ability. Here at Bass High, we have a number of subjects available to English students including:
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English Studies (2 Unit Board of Studies Content Endorsed Course)
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English Standard (2 Unit Board of Studies Board Developed Course)
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English Advanced (2 Unit Board of Studies Board Developed Course)
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English Extension 1 and 2 (1 Unit Board of Studies Board Developed Courses)
For further information about these course, please visit the Board of Studies Website.