October 14th 2024.
Today marks the start of a nerve-wracking time for over 71,600 Year 12 students in New South Wales. After years of hard work and dedication, they are finally facing the ultimate test - the HSC written exams.
The day begins with all students sitting one of the compulsory subjects - English Advanced, Standard, English Studies, or EAL/D - at 9:50 am. As the morning progresses, they will also tackle various language exams. It's an intense start, but these students are ready to show what they've learned.
The exams will continue for several weeks, with the final subject, Geography, being completed on November 8 at 12:30 pm. It's a tense countdown for the students, who have been anticipating this moment for a long time.
And it's not just New South Wales students feeling the pressure. In Victoria, their Year 12 counterparts are also starting their written exams today. However, they won't be tackling major subjects like English and Mathematics until next week - Tuesday, October 29 and Friday, November 1, respectively. The Victorian Certificate of Education exams will run until November 20.
Meanwhile, in Queensland, Year 12s will begin their QCAA exams next Monday, October 21. The first exams on the schedule are English and Visual Art. It's a daunting task, but these students are determined to give it their all.
For all these students, the end goal is to gain university entrance. However, the wait for results will be a long one. ATAR results will not be released until December 19, leaving students across Australia on edge for several weeks. But for now, their focus is on conquering these exams and showcasing their knowledge and skills.
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