HSC preparation courses (years 10-12)
HSC preparation courses (years 10-12). The smart way to prepare for your HSC.
HSC preparation short courses at CCE, the University of Sydney, are designed to help students approach their final exams with confidence. Each course offers up-to-date content, expert teaching and a clear focus on exam readiness.
Explore a wide range of subjects including HSC mathematics, English, business studies, economics, biology, chemistry, physics and more. Courses also cover key skills such as essay writing, critical thinking, time management and study strategies.
Ideal for consolidating school learning and building subject confidence, these holiday intensives are led by experienced educators who understand the demands of the HSC.
Courses are affordable, convenient and delivered face-to-face at the University of Sydney campus.
Download our HSC preparation course timetable for January 2027 (20 KB).
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Prepare for Year 12 Mathematics Advanced in this two-day course covering graph transformations, modelling and differential calculus. Strengthen key algebra and function skills while developing problem-solving and examination techniques.
View HSC Mathematics Preparation Course - Advanced (Part 1) (January) detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listBuild key Mathematics Standard 2 skills in this two-day HSC preparation course. Cover algebra, financial mathematics, measurement, data analysis and networks while applying mathematical techniques to practical problems.
View HSC Mathematics Preparation Course - Standard 2 (Part 1) (January) detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listImprove study skills for Years 10–12 with effective strategies for time management, memory, and exam preparation. Overcome procrastination, apply cognitive techniques, and develop strong revision habits for success across all subjects.
View Years 10-12 Course: Study Methods detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listStrengthen your understanding of Module 5: Advanced Mechanics through targeted revision of projectile and circular motion, and gravitational fields. Build problem-solving skills and exam readiness to lift performance in HSC Physics.
View HSC Physics Preparation Course (Part 1) (January) detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listRevise key concepts from Topic 1 and preview Topic 2 of HSC Economics. Explore globalisation, trade, Australia's Balance of Payments, and strategies for exam success. Includes short answer and essay practice, with feedback on past HSC responses.
View HSC Economics Preparation Course (Part 1) (January) detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listMaster key writing styles and literary techniques in this one-day Module C workshop. Develop imaginative, discursive, persuasive and reflective pieces through close analysis of prescribed texts and strategies for writing with purpose and control.
View HSC English Advanced Preparation Course - Module C: Craft of Writing detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listRevise key concepts from HSC Business Studies Topics 1 and 2, focusing on operations and marketing. Explore real-world case studies, refine exam strategies, and understand how ethical practices, globalisation and strategy impact business performance.
View HSC Business Studies Preparation Course (Part 1) (January) detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listBuild essential essay writing skills for Years 10–12. Learn how to plan, structure, and write essays with critical thinking, analysis, and synthesis, aligned to NESA standards. Improve formal language, punctuation, and exam readiness across subjects.
View Years 10-12 Course: Essay Writing detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listRevise Module 5: Equilibrium and Acid Reactions in this two-day workshop. Explore equilibrium concepts, calculate Keq, and strengthen problem-solving and data analysis skills through targeted practice and real-time feedback from teachers.
View HSC Chemistry Preparation Course (Part 1) (January) detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting listExplore HSC English Advanced Module A: Textual Conversations through John Keats’ poetry and Jane Campion’s film Bright Star. Examine how context, Romantic ideals and literary and cinematic techniques shape meaning, and develop analytical and essay-writing skills.
View HSC English Advanced Preparation Course - Module A: Keat's 'Selected Poems' and 'Bright Star' detailsWaitlistJoin the waiting list to be notified when a new class becomes available.Join the waiting list
