Gleeson College Curriculum Guide 2026 - Senior Years | 29 Year 10 Subjects PERSONAL FINANCE LEARNING AREA: Humanities & Social Sciences LENGTH: Semester LEADS TO: Stage 1 Business Innovation, Stage 1 Economics LEARNING SUMMARY: Students examine financial literacy and explain the importance of savings and budgeting. They analyse factors that influence major consumer decisions. Students calculate income tax for a variety of incomes, and they evaluate the short-and long-term effects of financial decisions, by interpreting data about debt products, and investment options. Students locate and analyse relevant investment information from a range of sources to identify and avoid scams. They also consider the importance of boosting superannuation and its effect on retirement living. ASSESSMENT: Investigations (50%) Presentation (50%) Microcredential in Personal Financial Management Welcome Learning at Gleeson College Gleeson Staff Contacts Senior Learning Pathways Year 10 Overview Subjects Year 11 Overview Subjects Year 12 Overview Subjects PSYCHOLOGY LEARNING AREA: Science LENGTH: Semester LEADS TO: Stage 1 Psychology LEARNING SUMMARY: Students explore how psychological knowledge explains thoughts, emotions, and behaviours across different contexts. They investigate sports and exercise psychology, lifespan psychology, and Indigenous perspectives in psychology. Ethical considerations are examined through case studies. Students learn to ask investigable questions, plan and conduct research, collect and analyse data, and draw conclusions. Emphasis is placed on applying psychological concepts to contemporary issues and developing inquiry skills that support critical thinking and evidence-based understanding of individual and social behaviour. This is an elective Science subject and may be studied in addition to Science A and a Semester 2 Science subject. This course does not include study of clinical or counselling psychology. ASSESSMENT: Investigations (50%) Skills and Applications Tasks (50%) SCIENCE A LEARNING AREA: Science LENGTH: Semester 1 LEADS TO: Semester 2 Science LEARNING SUMMARY: Students explore key concepts in biological, earth and space sciences as preparation for Stage 1 and Stage 2 Science subjects, or related TAFE pathways. Topics include genetics, evolution, and global systems, with a focus on understanding how science shapes and responds to human needs. Students engage in practical investigations to build skills in data analysis, critical thinking, and scientific communication. The course emphasises problem solving and the ability to evaluate information, helping students develop the capabilities needed to participate as informed and responsible citizens. All students study Science A in Semester 1. ASSESSMENT: Investigations (50%) Skills and Applications Tasks (40%) Examination (10%)