Gleeson College Curriculum Guide 2026 - Senior Years | 42 Year 11 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 explore second language acquisition through digital platforms while developing intercultural understanding and reflecting on cultural identity. Students will lead and contribute to vibrant cultural events and initiatives, such as Harmony Day and Languages Week. Students will collaboratively develop meaningful and culturally rich texts that foster awareness and appreciation of diverse perspectives. Whilst exploring and celebrating specific cultural interests, promoting a deeper understanding of and respect for the cultural diversity within our community, students connect with local community groups to strengthen engagement and promote inclusive, cross-cultural dialogue beyond the classroom. Students are advised to speak with the Languages and Cultural Programs Learning Area Leader prior to choosing this subject. ASSESSMENT: Practical Exploration (40%) Connections (30%) Personal Venture (30%) INTEGRATED LEARNING: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE STUDIES LEARNING AREA: Languages LENGTH: Semester SACE: Stage 1, 10 credits INTEGRATED LEARNING: SPORTS STUDIES LEARNING AREA: Health & Physical Education LENGTH: Semester SACE: Stage 1, 10 credits LEADS TO: Stage 2 Integrated Learning: Sports Studies LEARNING SUMMARY: Students explore the world of sport beyond physical performance, developing knowledge in areas such as coaching, skill acquisition, technology in sports, and current sporting issues. They engage with concepts that connect sport to broader social, cultural, and technological contexts, using both independent research and collaborative learning. Practical learning is combined with critical reflection, allowing students to evaluate their own development and contributions within group settings or individual pursuits. This subject may be tailored to the interests and strengths of each cohort. Students may study Sports Studies alongside Stage 1 Physical Education, broadening their understanding of sport from multiple perspectives. ASSESSMENT: Practical Exploration (30%) Connections (30%) Personal Venture (40%) STAGE 1 ITALIAN (CONTINUERS) LEARNING AREA: Languages LENGTH: Full Year SACE: Stage 1, 20 credits PREREQUISITES: B- or higher in Year 10 Italian LEADS TO: Stage 2 Italian (Continuers) LEARNING SUMMARY: Students develop their skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing Italian, engaging in activities that require fluency, accuracy, and appropriate language use. They move between Italian and English in a range of communication tasks, sharing information, ideas, and opinions. Students explore contemporary issues in Italian society, examining how tradition and modernity interact. Stage 1 Italian is a full-year subject that builds both language proficiency and cultural understanding. Two semesters of Stage 1 Italian are required for entry into Stage 2 Italian. ASSESSMENT: Interaction (20%) Text Production (20%) Text Analysis (20%) Investigation (40%)