The written examinations for HSC would start on 15 October 2018. The four-week HSC Written Exam schedule is available on NSW Education Standards Authority, Students can download the PDF version of the test schedule from NSW website. Also, they can get personalized document via Student Online portal.

(Note: Data courtesy of NSW Education Standards Authority)

Important things to note

Some subjects require students to work on projects and performances. The thing to remember with projects is the date of submission and guideline regarding materials used and the size and scope of projects.

Advice and resources

NSW website clearly mentions that students must read past papers to understand question format and patterns. Also, the website suggests that students go through marking guidelines to understand the right way of answering questions. The students should also read the comments made by examiners on the responses.

Important contents of HSC resource book

• Multiple choice questions for understanding types of quizzes and practice
• Keywords and phrases – these are common words used to guide students on how to write answers
• Answers given by students – the objective of studying the responses is to define the level of answers provided by students and the level expected by examiners

According to NSW website, students should follow the past papers and the answers to prepare for the exams. Also, the website gives valuable resources to students. Or it can be said that the NSW site becomes an online tutor or you can say that the website indicates the need for tuition.

Understand the need for tuition

Past papers – Students are advised to study from past papers that are easily available on NSW websites. But a tutor can add value to your study by including sample papers prepared following the exam maker guidelines.

Keywords and phrases – NSW resource only important keywords but an experienced teacher can provide complete keywords and phrases and also explain the meanings of those words.

Answers given by students – Students get remarks according to the quality of their answers. These answers would give limited insight to the answers. But your tutor would give real-time feedback on your answers.

VProgress HSC Written Exam tutors can provide real help with sample papers, important words and responses. VProgress is a leading name in HSC tuition. It stands out in the competition because of its tutors that it handpicks from highly learned and experienced subject matter experts.

HSC 2018 Time Table is declared and the time is running out fast. NSW website has made a detailed resource guide for students and VProgress has deputed the best of its subject teachers to prepare students for the written exam. Together with NSW recourse guide and VProgress tutorial, you can do well in the HSC exams and pass the tests with flying colors.