Supplementary Studies (SACE or Industry focus) are available to ASMS students.
Supplementary Studies: SACE Focus
These courses enable students to participate in particular areas of interest and experience. These studies are available for students in years 10, 11 and 12 and include
Languages
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Music
Other, by negotiation
Students can choose one Supplementary Study - SACE focus per year (equivalent to 2 units).
Some of these studies are conducted at alliance schools and involve travel to those schools. Negotiations take place with students to join classes in alliance schools as part of that school's timetable.
Students generally identify their preferred Supplementary Study - SACE during the enrolment process or meetings with their tutor.
Supplementary Studies: Industry Focus
These courses also enable students to participate in particular areas of interest and expertise. These studies are available for students in years 10, 11 and 12.
Courses will be available online, with teacher instruction.
Courses are generally delivered in blocks of time.
Courses may be delivered out of school hours. Industry accreditation (Qualifications Framework) applies, with aspects contributing to the SACE.
A fee-for-service applies.
Many of the Supplementary Studies – Industry Focus concentrate on the information and communication technology (ICT) industry in four major areas
Computer technician
Network design and installation
Network management
Multimedia web design and web development.