HSC resources

Choosing your HSC subjects

Start with course requirements, interests, strengths and future plans.

HSC course descriptions

What each HSC course covers and how it is assessed.

Subject Compass

Match subject choices to your interests and career plans.

Preparing from Year 10 and 11

Plan subject choices with university prerequisites and future pathways in mind.

Subject selection worksheets

Worksheets to help you narrow down your subject choices.

Top tips for choosing HSC courses

A checklist for choosing your Year 11 and 12 subjects.

HSC VET courses and frameworks

Find vocational course information, assessment and exam resources.

How your ATAR is calculated

Understand scaled marks and which units contribute to your ATAR.

What is the ATAR?

Understand the difference between HSC marks, an ATAR and a selection rank.

ATAR eligibility

Check the requirements for receiving an ATAR.

Which courses can count towards an ATAR?

Check course eligibility alongside NESA HSC requirements.

ATAR FAQs: scaling and school myths

Find answers about scaling, subject choices and the school you attend.

ATAR Compass estimator

Estimate an ATAR using your predicted HSC marks.

Estimates use historical data; they are not your actual ATAR.

ATAR Compass explained

Read how to interpret the estimator and its limitations.

ATAR and scaling publications

Find official ATAR guides and annual scaling reports. Check each publication year.

How to get your ATAR

Find out how to access and understand your ATAR advice.

How school assessment moderation works

Understand how school assessment marks are moderated against exam performance.

How HSC results are determined

How NESA calculates HSC results and sets performance standards.

Understanding your HSC results

Understand the components reported in your HSC results.

Preparing for HSC exams

Advice on revision, practice papers and what to expect in an exam.

HSC glossary: explain, analyse, evaluate

Learn the command words used in exam questions so your response fits the task.

Set up your HSC study routine

Practical ideas for a study space, focus and getting organised.

HSC student guide

NESA’s guide to preparing for the HSC, exam rules and student support.

English Extension exam support

Find revision support and sample examination materials.