Course summary

This HSC examination preparation course provides a wonderful opportunity to polish your examination skills to maximise your chances of success.

The first half of the course focuses on identifying common types of Mathematics Standard HSC examination questions, reviewing past papers, and practising how to interpret questions and plan effective responses. The facilitator will also offer guidance on examination techniques and strategies to help maximise results.

The second half will allow time for examination practice, with valuable feedback and practical tips provided. You will have the opportunity to ask topic-specific questions and receive individual assistance and advice.

Other courses in this series include HSC Mathematics Preparation Course - Standard 2 (Part 1) (January), HSC Mathematics Preparation - Standard 2 (Part 2) (April) and HSC Mathematics Preparation - Standard 2 (Part 3) (July). You do not need to attend all parts in order to benefit.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course, you should be able to:

• answer a range of questions based on the topics covered
• critically evaluate your own and others’ solutions to improve the quality of responses in assessment tasks
• interpret mathematical language of examination questions to better understand the steps for a quality solution
• identify the relationships between key areas of mathematics
• manage time effectively during examinations.

Content

Questions presented will be from the Mathematics Standard 2 Syllabus (2024). It consists of the following syllabus references:

• MST-12-S2-01: Algebraic relationships
• MST-12-S2-02: Investment and loans
• MST-12-S2-03: Annuities
• MST-12-S2-04: Trigonometry
• MST-12-S2-05: Ratios and rates
• MST-12-S2-06: Network flow
• MST-12-S2-07: Critical path analysis
• MST-12-S2-08: Bivariate data analysis
• MST-12-S2-09: Relative frequency and probability
• MST-12-S2-10: The normal distribution

Prerequisites

Students should have completed the Year 11 Mathematics Standard course and should currently be studying Year 12 Mathematics Standard 2.

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for students studying Year 12 Mathematics Standard 2.

Delivery style

Delivered as a one-day, activity-based workshop, this course will explore and apply mathematical knowledge and skills through a combination of lectures, tutorials and problem-solving sessions. Practice exercises are reviewed, and you will receive immediate feedback. Study skills and examination techniques will also be emphasised.

Materials

You will receive electronic copies of the following:

• a course booklet including theory and worked examples
• examination and study advice and tips
• a selection of relevant HSC examination questions from recent years, with sample answers.

What you need to do before the course

Please bring a device to access the course materials, along with a NESA-approved calculator.

References

NESA Mathematics 2 Unit Standard Stage 6 Syllabus (2024)

MST-11-01 to MST-11-08, MST-12-S2-01 to MST-12-S2-10

Course evaluation

This course will be evaluated through an online questionnaire, which will be sent via email and SMS during class.

Getting Through Your HSC: A Practical Guide

While you progress through this journey and also the conclusion of your schooling life, we know you’ll have a lot on your mind – exams, future study, careers – but remember, while keeping focused on these bigger goals and aspirations, it’s also important not to forget your own health and well-being.

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