The School Certificate page
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School Certificate Test Papers and related documents
School Certificate tests for 2006 and beyond
Introduction to the School Certificate tests for 2006 and beyond
Click on the links below to go directly to the School Certificate test scope statement and test specifications for:
- Principles for Setting School Certificate Tests and Developing Marking Guidelines in a Standards-referenced Framework (PDF, 12 pages, 210 KB)
- Board Bulletin March 2001 - Volume 10 Number 1, please read pages 4 and 5.
Guide to the 2009 School Certificate: Rules and Procedures for Students
- Guide to the 2009 School Certificate - Rules and Procedures for Students (PDF, 16 pages, 108 KB)
- Published 13 February 2009
Studying for the NSW Higher School Certificate – Information Booklet for Year 10 Students, 2009
- This booklet is for Year 10 students who are planning their Year 11 and Year 12 studies. It will also help anyone returning to school to finish Year 11 and Year 12.
- The information contained in this booklet is accurate at the time of publication. Schools will be notified of any changes to the rules and requirements.
- You should always check the Board of Studies website for the most up-to-date advice. Subscribe by email to Board of Studies News or NewsAtBOS on Twitter.
- Studying for the NSW HSC – Information Booklet for Year 10 Students, 2009 (PDF)
- Published 30 July 2009
The School Certificate credential
All students successfully completing the School Certificate receive a portfolio. This page gives a full explanation of each certificate included in the portfolio.
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