At Notre Dame College, we provide a broad based and innovative curriculum which aims to develop the intellectual, physical, spiritual, and social aspects of every student. While engendering a love of learning, we also encourage each student to strive to reach their full potential.

It is important to note that the subject areas listed reflect the College's current curriculum; we regularly review our curriculum so changes may occur from year to year. Elective subject offerings are subject to student choice, student numbers and staff expertise and may alter from semester to semester and year to year.

Subject Selection and Program Guides

Subject Selections are an exciting time for students to create a personalised program tailored to their interests, areas of strength and ambitions.

At Notre Dame College we are committed to support our students make a successful transition to life beyond school, be that further study, training or employment. The Subject and Program Guides provide a comprehensive guide to the broad range of subjects available at Notre Dame College - including a great range of vocational options for senior students.

The subject selection process requires careful consideration by students with the support of parents/guardians and careers advisors at the College. Families are encouraged to attend the subject selection evenings and access information provided in the various course guides on the College website.

Any queries in relation to subject selections, please don’t hesitate to contact us SubjectSelection@NOTREDAME.vic.edu.au.

Year 8 2025

2024 Important Dates

· Friday 7 June: Applications for Sports Academy due

· Friday 9 August, PG and Lesson 1: Student Information & Planning Session

· Monday 12 August, 4:00pm: Web Preferences, portal opens for online subject selections

· Monday 19 August: Web Preferences portal closes (LAST DAY FOR ENTERING SUBJECT SELECTIONS ONLINE AND PARENT ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE)

· Wednesday 30 October – Subject confirmation will be emailed to students

Year 9 2025

2024 Important Dates

· Friday 7 June: Applications for Sports Academy due

· Tuesday 6 August, 7:00pm: Parent Information Night - Monsignor Bones Hall, Knight Street

· Wednesday 7 August, Lesson 1 and 2: Student Information & Planning session - Monsignor Bones Hall, Knight Street

· Wednesday 7 August, 4:00pm: Web Preferences portal opens for online subject selections

· Friday 16 August: Web Preferences portal closes (LAST DAY FOR ENTERING SUBJECT SELECTIONS ONLINE AND PARENT ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE)

· Wednesday 30 October: Subject confirmation will be emailed to students

Daborra

The name ‘Daborra’ has been chosen to reflect the connection to land and country that the Year 9 outdoor learning experience provides. Daborra is held during Term 1 in various Victorian locations, which may include Anglesea, Cathedral Ranges, Gembrook, Murray River and Lake Eildon. It is a highlight of College life, with the memories treasured well beyond graduation day.

Daborra along with the varied electives available, helps students to work towards developing resilience, a sense of identity, self-worth, excitement and direction.

Senior Pathways

Senior pathways is an exciting time for students to create a personalised program tailored to their interests, areas of strength and ambitions.

At Notre Dame we are committed to support our students make a successful transition to life beyond school, be that further study, training, and employment.

The Senior Pathways Subject and Program Guide provides a comprehensive guide to the broad range of subjects available at Notre Dame College including a great range of Vocational options.

Year 10 2025

2024 Important Dates

· Friday 7 June: Applications for Sports Academy due

· Tuesday 30 July, 7:00 pm: Parent Information Night, Monsignor Bones Hall, Knight Street

· Wednesday 31 July, Lesson 1 and 2: Student Information session, Monsignor Bones Hall, Knight Street

· Thursday 1 August, Lesson 1 and 2: Student Planning session, Emmaus

· Thursday 1 August, 4:00 pm: Web Preferences portal opens for online subject selections

· Thursday 8 August: Accelerated and other application forms due. Please return to Emmaus Student Reception. 

· Thursday 15 August: Web Preferences portal closes (LAST DAY FOR ENTERING SUBJECT SELECTIONS ONLINE AND PARENT ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE)

· Wednesday 30 October: Subject confirmation will be emailed to students

Year 11 2025

2024 Important Dates

· Friday 7 June: Applications for Sports Academy due

· Thursday 1 August, 7:00 pm: Parent Information Night, Monsignor Bones Hall, Knight Street

· Friday 2 August, PG and Lesson 1: Student Information & Planning session, Knight Street

· Friday 2 August, 4:00 pm: Web Preferences portal opens for online subject selections

· Thursday 8 August: Application forms due and external VET applications close

· Wednesday 21 August: Web Preferences portal closes (LAST DAY FOR ENTERING SUBJECT SELECTIONS ONLINE AND PARENT ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE)

· Wednesday 30 October: Subject confirmation will be emailed to students

Year 12 2025

2024 Important Dates

· Monday 5 August, Lesson 6: Student Information session, Monsignor Bones Hall, Knight Street

· Friday 9 August, Lesson 4: Student Planning session, Knight Street

· Friday 9 August, 4:00pm: Application forms due and external VET applications close

· Friday 9 August, 4:00 pm: Web Preferences portal opens for online subject selections

· Monday 19 August: Web Preferences portal closes (LAST DAY FOR ENTERING SUBJECT SELECTIONS ONLINE AND PARENT ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE)

· Wednesday 30 October: Subject confirmation will be emailed to students

Year 11-12 VCE VM

VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education) is the senior secondary certificate in Victoria recognising successful completion of secondary education. Duration minimum two years.

VCE VM (Victorian Certificate of Education / Vocational Major) is a vocational and applied learning program within the VCE. Duration Minimum two years.