Gleeson College Curriculum Guide 2026 - Senior Years | 52 Year 12 Subjects Welcome Learning at Gleeson College Gleeson Staff Contacts Senior Learning Pathways Year 10 Overview Subjects Year 11 Overview Subjects Year 12 Overview Subjects LEARNING SUMMARY: Students engage in reflective analysis in response to stimuli such as guest speakers, documentaries, and excursions, contextualised by one of the six big ideas. They explore a concept or issue from a spiritual and/ or religious perspective, and collaborate with others to apply their learning. They engage in reflective practice to evaluate their personal and shared actions. Students individually explore and evaluate an existing initiative related to a local, national, or global issue related to a big idea of their choice, considering spiritual and/ or religious perspectives Big Ideas: • Growth, belonging and flourishing • Community, justice and diversity • Story, visions, and futures • Spiritualities, religions, and ultimate questions • Life, the Universe, and integral ecology • Evil and apathy This course includes a three-day Retreat and an excursion to a Buddhist Temple. ASSESSMENT: Reflective Analysis (40%) Connections (30%) Transformative Action (30%) SPIRITUALITIES, RELIGION AND MEANING LEARNING AREA: Religious Education LENGTH: Full Year SACE: Stage 2, 10 or 20 ACCOUNTING LEARNING AREA: Humanities & Social Sciences LENGTH: Full Year SACE: Stage 2, 20 credits PREREQUISITES: B- or higher in a Stage 1 Humanities, preferably Stage 1 Accounting LEARNING SUMMARY: Students develop an understanding of accounting as the language of business, learning how it is used to record, report, analyse, and communicate financial information. They apply accounting concepts to evaluate financial sustainability and provide meaningful advice to support decision-making across a range of organisations and stakeholders. Through the study of local, national, and international enterprises—ranging from small businesses to global corporations, not-for-profits, and online ventures—students explore how accounting shapes business performance and influences society. Learning is organised around three key focus areas: understanding accounting concepts and conventions, managing financial sustainability, and providing accounting advice. Throughout these areas, students build skills in financial literacy, critical analysis, and innovation. They investigate real-world accounting practices, consider challenges and opportunities facing businesses, and propose informed solutions. The course equips students with essential knowledge for future studies, careers in business, and active participation in the financial aspects of everyday life. ASSESSMENT: Accounting Concepts and Solutions (40%) Accounting Advice (30%) Examination (30%) BIOLOGY LEARNING AREA: Science LENGTH: Full Year SACE: Stage 2, 20 credits PREREQUISITES: B- or higher in a Stage 1 Science subject LEARNING SUMMARY: Students explore the science of living organisms, examining their structure, function, growth, and evolution, as well as how they interact within ecosystems. Students investigate how DNA and proteins determine characteristics and carry genetic information, and how cells function as the basic units of life. They explore how organisms maintain internal stability through homeostasis and examine the theory of evolution to understand how species change over time. Through practical investigations, data analysis, and scientific reasoning, students develop their ability to think critically and solve problems. The course encourages students to apply their knowledge to real-world contexts, consider ethical and environmental implications, and communicate their findings effectively. Biology supports further study in health, medical, environmental, and life sciences, and builds valuable skills in analysis, communication, and independent research. A strong understanding of foundational science concepts is recommended for success in this course. ASSESSMENT: Investigations Folio (30%) Skills and Applications Tasks (40%) Examination (30%)