Accreditation period 2017-2022
The accreditation period for VCE Algorithmics (HESS) has been extended and expires 31 December 2022.
VCE Algorithmics (HESS) contains Units 3 and 4 only.
Study Design
VCE Algorithmics (HESS) Study Design amendment (August 2017)
2020 and 2021 Alternative methods of computation
Details of the two alternative methods of computation for Unit 4, Area of Study 3.
2020 and 2021 Programming language requirements
Details of suitable programming language requirements for Unit 3.
School-based assessment
VCE Algorithmics (HESS): Administrative information for School-based Assessment in 2021
A professional learning program will be provided in Terms 1 and 2, 2021 to provide teachers with a clear understanding of the delivery of the School-assessed Task, including authentication, administration and how to apply the assessment criteria and descriptors for the School-assessed Task. For more information and to register visit the
VCE Professional Learning webpage.
View Professional Learning videos for School-based Assessment in 2021
VCE Algorithmics (HESS) School-based Assessment report
Examination specifications, past examinations and reports
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VCE Algorithmics (HESS) examination specifications, past examinations and reports.
Study review
Study Review Plan
The
Study Review Plan (docx - 88.18kb) provides key information on the review of VCE Algorithmics (HESS) which will be conducted in 2020/2021. VCE study designs currently under review in 2020/21 will now be delivered by schools in 2023 (rather than 2022).
Consultation register
Consultation on the proposed VCE Algorithmics (HESS) Study Design will be conducted in 2020/21. The draft study design and consultation questionnaire will be available for consideration on this page during 2020/21. To register your interest for the public consultation, please complete the
registration form.
Curriculum Manager
Philip Feain
Curriculum Manager - Digital Technologies
tel: + 61 3 9059 5146
email:
Philip.Feain@education.vic.gov.au
Curriculum Managers lead, manage and support the production, review and development of senior secondary curriculum and assessment materials. They also provide policy advice and implementation support for Foundation to Year 12 curriculum and assessment.