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Dates: Monday 30 June 2014 – Sunday 13 July 2014 Venue: The University of Sydney

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HSC Trial Examination Revision Lectures 2014

Save hundreds of hours in study time! Revise & extend to maximise examination marks.

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What Will Be Addressed at the Trial Exam Revision Lectures?During the course of our “Trial Exam Revision Lectures” students will obtain a complete and detailed coverage of examinable materials to HSC examination standard, as prescribed in each subject syllabus.

Each lecture will review and then extend on the knowledge taught at schools, exposing students to a large collection of questions (many of which are not typically accessible to students), as well as frequently overlooked questions and tricks that often appear in examinations. Students will also learn how examination papers are marked and how answers must be presented if they are to be awarded full marks. Emphasis will be placed on the more challenging concepts, as well as the areas that students find difficult and that have been poorly addressed in past trial and HSC examinations. Detailed A+ course notes will be provided in each subject.

Past Student Feedback97% of students indicated that the teachers raised important points that would improve examination marks.

99% of students stated that the lecture and issued notes would improve their marks.

97% of students indicated that the “Trial Exam Revision Lectures” were definitely worth the time and effort!

The Ultimate Preparation Tool for the Trial (and Final) HSC Examinations!Our “Trial Exam Revision Lectures” have been strategically scheduled to enable critical revision and consolidation of course materials and to decrease study commitments in the lead up to the trial examinations. As materials will be addressed to HSC examination standard, these programs also offer students advance instruction and preparation for the final HSC examinations.

Each subject lecture offers students detailed and comprehensive coverage of examinable materials as well as significantly more examination hints, tricks and instruction than that offered by any other program provider.

To ensure that students are afforded every possible advantage in their examinations, our “Trial Exam Revision Lectures” are being prepared and delivered by qualified, currently practising HSC teachers and HSC markers who possess the knowledge and experience to demonstrate the means by which students can achieve the higher Band (and ATAR) scores.

Important Note:

As the volume of material that needs to be committed to memory for the trial and final HSC exams is substantial, it will not be possible to review examinable materials to examination standard across a 2 to 4 hour lecture.

For this reason, students attending our “Trial Exam Revision Lectures” will receive at least 7 hours of expert advice and instruction in each HSC subject.

Year 12 HSC Trial Examination Revision Lectures

“An essential pre-exam overview that is beneficial to all students.”Student – Tara Anglican School For Girls

Mon 30 June 2014

9:30am — 12:30pm

Maths (2 Unit) (Part 1)Maths Ext 2 (Part 1)

1:30pm — 4:30pm


Tue 1 July 2014

9:30am — 12:30pm


1:30pm — 4:30pm


Fri 4 July 2014

9:30am — 12:30pm

Chemistry (Part 1)

1:30pm — 4:30pm

Chemistry (Part 2)

Sat 5 July 2014

9:30am — 12:30pm

Chemistry (Part 3)

1:30pm — 4:30pm

Chemistry (Part 4)

Wed 2 July 2014

9:00am — 5:30pm

English Advanced & English Standard

Exam Paper 1 Lectures

(See Page 4 For Details)

Thur 3 July 2014

9:30am — 5:00pm


Exam Paper 2 Lectures

(See Page 4 For Details)

Mon 7 July 2014

9:30am — 12:30pm

Maths Ext 1 (Part 1)General Maths (Part 1)

1:30pm — 4:30pm


Tue 8 July 2014

9:30am — 12:30pm


1:30pm — 4:30pm


Fri 11 July 2014

9:30am — 12:30pm

Biology (Part 1)Physics (Part 1)

1:30pm — 4:30pm


Sat 12 July 2014

9:30am — 12:30pm


1:30pm — 4:30pm


Sun 6 July 2014

9:30am — 1:00pm

Economics (Part 1)

2:00pm — 5:30pm

Economics (Part 2)

Sun 13 July 2014

9:00am — 5:30pm


Exam Paper 1 Lectures REPEAT

Sun 6 July 2014

9:00am — 10:30am

PDHPE (Part 1)

11:00am — 1:00pm

PDHPE (Part 2)

2:00pm — 4:00pm

PDHPE (Part 2, cont.)

4:30pm — 6:00pm

PDHPE (Part 3)

PLEASE NOTE: Many of these lectures will book out before the closing date. We therefore encourage students to finalise enrolments as soon as possible.

TIMETABLE – The University of Sydney (Camperdown Campus)

Wed 9 July 2014

9:00am — 12:30pm

Ancient History (Part 1)

1:30pm — 4:30pmAncient History (Part 2)

9:30am — 1:00pm

Business Studies (Part 1)

2:00pm — 5:30pm

Business Studies (Part 2)

Wed 9 July 2014

9:00am — 11:00am

Modern History (Part 1)

11:30am — 1:30pm


2:30pm — 4:30pm


4:45pm — 5:45pm


12 Powerful Reasons Why You Should Attend n YOU WILL derive immeasurable benefit

from the advice, experience, insight and perspectives from select teachers from top ranking schools across NSW. Teachers and past students consistently rate the programs and materials developed by TSFX Number One for excellence and quality.

n YOU WILL eliminate the need to waste valuable study time preparing notes. Each student will receive a detailed and comprehensive set of notes that cover the required knowledge to an A+ standard. In addition, as our teachers examine and analyse the major textbooks used by NSW schools, our course materials provide students with the added benefit and wisdom of the major resources used across the state, without having to read every textbook or resource available in NSW. Note: To date, NO OTHER education service provider has been able to match the quality and depth of materials that are issued to students who attend TSFX programs.

n YOU WILL receive intense revision and consolidation of examinable materials in a simple step-by-step manner.

n YOU WILL receive the latest information regarding the HSC exams and exam marker expectations.

n YOU WILL receive hundreds of examination style questions that have been tailored for this year’s exams!

n YOU WILL ensure that you have covered and mastered highly probable examination questions. Our teachers analyse examination trends so that students can optimally prepare for their exams.

n YOU WILL learn to interpret and solve those difficult analytical and problem solving questions and master the concepts that students find difficult, and that have been poorly addressed in past exams.

Thur 10 July 2014

9:00am — 1:45pm

Legal Studies (Part 1)

2:30pm — 4pm


4:30pm — 6pm


n YOU WILL receive intense instruction regarding examination strategies, marking schemes, common exam tricks and student errors, as well as proven strategies that will optimise examination marks.

n YOU WILL develop skills that will help you manage your time more effectively and complete tests and exam papers within the specified time.

n YOU WILL significantly cut down on study time. You will cover at least 5 times as much theory and absorb 5 times as much information than if you were to work through the materials on your own!

n YOU WILL become highly motivated and develop greater confidence in ALL your studies.

“TSFX is definitely better than going to a tutor; you get everything you need to know in three simple booklets that will save you hours of studying.”

Student, Manly Selective Campus

“The teachers were extremely helpful and at this end-game

stage, the direct method of teaching to the syllabus and to the exam was refreshing.”

Student, The King’s School

English Advanced & Standard Courses

These powerful lectures will provide specific and detailed instruction regarding the various components of the English examinations, as well as valuable insights into the conventions, exam questions, marking schemes, exam techniques and the Area of Study and Module rubric. In each case, students will work through sample scenarios to gain a better understanding of what is required to secure the higher Bands and learn how to avoid the errors made by students in past examinations. During the individual text lectures, students will be divided into groups so that they may benefit from close analysis and instruction specific to their chosen text(s). Please refer to the Application Form for further details.

EXAM PAPER 1 LECTURESWednesday 2 and Sunday 13 July 2014

9:00am - 11:30am Section I - Reading & Writing12:30pm - 3:00pm Section II - Creative Writing3:30pm - 5:30pm Section III - Belonging

EXAM PAPER 2 LECTURESThursday 3 July 2014

9:30am - 11:30am Module A Lectures12:15pm - 2:15pm Module B Lectures3:00pm - 5:00pm Module C Lectures

Mathematics Courses (Total: 4 Parts – 12 Hours)

General Mathematics These lectures offer detailed instruction in probability (including applications), algebraic techniques and modelling, data analysis (the normal distribution and correlation), financial mathematics and measurement (area, volume, similarity, trigonometry and spherical geometry). Head Teacher: Mr Peter Muddle (Covenant Christian School).

Mathematics (2 Unit)These lectures offer students detailed instruction in the following topics: Exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, sequences and series (including applications), probability and physical applications of calculus (including rates, growth and decay, motion). Head Teacher: Mr Daniel Harbridge (Queenwood School For Girls).

Mathematics Extension 1These lectures offer students detailed instruction in the following topics: Polynomials, iterative methods, parametric equations, inverse trigonometric functions, logarithmic and exponential functions (including growth and decay), mathematical induction, geometrical applications of differentiation, rates of change, motion, projectile and simple harmonic motion, integration, circle geometry, binomial theorem and further probability. Head Teacher: Mr Steve Bastin (Manly Selective Campus).

Mathematics Extension 2These lectures offer students detailed instruction in the following topics: Polynomials, complex numbers, curve sketching, conics, integration, volumes, mechanics (including resisted motion, circular motion, banked tracks, conical pendulum) and harder 3 Unit topics. Head Teacher: Mr Geoffrey McLauchlan (Queenwood School For Girls).

Science Courses (Total: 4 Parts – 12 Hours)

Parts 1, 2 and 3 of each science course will concentrate on the Core topics. Students will then be divided into separate groups across the last session (Part 4) so as to obtain detailed instruction in their chosen Option.

Biology – Parts 1, 2 & 3 Topics that will be addressed include: Blueprint of Life (evolution, inheritance, chromosomal theory, DNA, mutation, one-gene one-protein theory, reproductive technologies); Maintaining a Balance (homeostasis, temperature/waste product/water/salt level regulation, transport systems, the kidney & circulatory system, hormones); The Search for Better Health (‘health’ and ‘disease’, gene expression, maintenance/repair of body tissues, disease and disease causing organisms, antibiotics, lines of defence, vaccines, immune suppression, controlling and preventing disease). Head Teachers: Ms Gina Mitchell (Moriah College), Ms Mia Sharma (International Grammar School) and Mr Justin Varjavandi (St Aloysius’ College).

Chemistry – Parts 1, 2 & 3Topics that will be addressed include: Production of Materials (polymerisation, properties and uses of ethanol, heat of combustion, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry); The Acidic Environment (equilibrium, acidic oxides, pH, titrations, esterification); Chemical Monitoring and Management (the Haber process, identification of ions, human impact on the atmosphere and hydrosphere). Head Teachers: Mr Scott Hazelton (St Columba Anglican School) and Ms Trish Stockbridge (Kambala).

Physics – Parts 1, 2 & 3Topics that will be addressed include: Space: Gravitational fields, potential energy, projectile and circular motion, ether concept, special relativity; Motors and Generators: D.C. motor effect/applications, Faraday’s induction, generators, transformers and other devices, transmission of electrical power; Ideas to Implementation: Electric fields, cathode rays, the reconceptualisation of the light model (radio waves, blackbody radiation, photoelectric effect), semiconductor devices and their applications, X-ray diffraction and superconductors/applications. Head Teacher: Mr Anthony Murphy (Moriah College).

Other Courses

Business StudiesThese lectures will provide a comprehensive review of the four Core topics: Operations, Marketing, Finance and Human Resources. Both lectures will include practical examples and a step-by-step guide to answering HSC style questions. Head Teacher: Mr Greg Hannelly (St Edward’s College).

EconomicsPart 1 will concentrate on Topic 1 (The Global Economy) and Topic 2 (Australia’s Place in the Global Economy) whereas Part 2 will focus on Topic 3 (Economic Issues) and Topic 4 (Economic Policies and Management). Emphasis will be placed on examination technique as well as examiner expectations. Head Teachers: Mr Matt Bookallil (Knox Grammar School) and Mr Phil Mannochio (Moriah College).

Legal StudiesPart 1 of this program offers students a highly comprehensive review of the Core topics - Crime and Human Rights. Students will then be divided into groups across Parts 2 and 3 so that they may obtain instruction specific to their chosen Focus Studies (refer to the Application Form). Emphasis will be placed on literacy and examination techniques as well as examiner expectations. Head Teacher: Ms Gauri Gupta (Loreto Normanhurst).

Ancient History Part 1 will provide students with a solid review of the Core Study: Cities of Vesuvius - Pompeii and Herculaneum, whereas Part 2 will address the Spartan society to the Battle of Leuctra 371 BC. Emphasis will be placed on examination technique as well as examiner expectations. Head Teacher: Ms Brigida Zagora (Domremy College).

Modern HistoryOur Modern History lectures offer students the opportunity to benefit from in-depth coverage of the Core Unit as well as specific instruction on a variety of different personalities and studies (refer to the Application Form). Emphasis will be placed on examination technique as well as examiner expectations. Head Teachers: Mr Alan Pollock (Hurlstone Agricultural High School), Mr Scott Baker (Tara Anglican School) and Mr Ken Webb (Ravenswood School For Girls).

PDHPEDuring the course of Part 2, students will benefit from an in-depth review of the Core topics - Health Priorities in Australia and Factors Affecting Performance. Students will be divided into separate groups for Parts 1 and 3 so that they may obtain instruction specific to their chosen options (refer to the Application Form). Emphasis in these lectures will be placed on examination technique and examiner expectations. Head Teachers: Mr Wayne Adams (Sydney Grammar School) and Mr Wayne Donley (MLC School).

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examination tips and very relaxed environment.

Totally worth the time.”

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Student, Patrician Brothers

“Great teachers! Great course! Excellent lecture! It was so beneficial!”

Student, Chatham High School

Application Form – Page 1 – Trial Exam Revision Lectures 2014

Please detach this form and return together with your payment to:The Program Coordinator, The School For Excellence, PO Box R1407, Royal Exchange, Sydney, NSW, 1225. Fax: 1300 364 065.

Section 1: Applicant’s Details

First Name: Surname:

Home Address: Suburb: Postcode:

Telephone (Applicant): Email Address:

School Attending: Parent Name:

Parent Email Address: Parent Telephone:

Year level in 2014? Year 12 Year 11 (studying Year 12/Accelerated subjects in 2014) Teacher

Section 2: Please enrol me into the following programs(3):English Advanced and Standard Courses

Exam Paper 1 Lectures (Wednesday 2 July 2014):

Section I – Reading and Writing ($45)

Section II – Creative Writing ($45)

Section III – Area of Study – Belonging Please select one of the following texts:

As You Like It ($40)

Immigrant Chronicle ($40)

Poems – Emily Dickinson ($40)

Romulus, My Father ($40)

The Crucible ($40)

The Simple Gift ($40)

Exam Paper 1 Lectures – REPEAT Sessions (Sunday 13 July 2014):

Section I – Reading and Writing ($45) REPEAT

Section II – Creative Writing ($45) REPEAT

Section III – Area of Study, Belonging Lecture ($40) This lecture will encompass all texts.

Please indicate the Belonging text(s) you are studying at school:

Mathematics Courses

General Maths (Parts 1-4) ($220) Maths (2 Unit) (Parts 1-4) ($220) Maths Extension 1 (Parts 1-4) ($220) Maths Extension 2 (Parts 1-4) ($220)

Science Courses

Biology Lectures: Chemistry Lectures: Physics Lectures:

Core (Parts 1, 2 & 3) ($165) Core (Parts 1, 2 & 3) ($165) Core (Parts 1, 2 & 3) ($165)

Communication (Part 4) ($55) Forensic Chemistry (Part 4) ($55) Astrophysics (Part 4) ($55)

Genetics: The Broken Code? (Part 4) ($55) Industrial Chemistry (Part 4) ($55) From Quanta to Quarks (Part 4) ($55)

Shipwrecks/Corrosion (Part 4) ($55) Medical Physics (Part 4) ($55)

Exam Paper 2 Lectures (Thursday 3 July 2014) – English Advanced:

Module A: Frankenstein/Blade Runner ($40)

King Richard III/Looking for Richard ($40)

Pride and Prejudice/Letters to Alice ($40)

Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?/A Room of One’s Own ($40)

Module B: Hamlet ($40)

Harwood – Selected Poems ($40)

Yeats – Poems ($40)

Module C: Birthday Letters ($40)

Julius Caesar ($40)

Snow Falling on Cedars ($40)

The Fiftieth Gate ($40)

The Justice Game ($40)

Exam Paper 2 Lectures (Thursday 3 July 2014) – English Standard:

Module A: Distinctive Voices ($40) Distinctively Visual ($40)

Module B: Close Study of Text ($40) Please indicate the text you are studying at school:

Module C: Into the World ($40)

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Student, Baulkham Hills High School

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Student, East Hill Boys Technology High School

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Please Note: Do not send cash in the mail. Please make cheques/money orders payable to “The School For Excellence”. Please do not submit more than one copy of your application form. Please use ONE form per student. Additional application forms are available at www.tsfx.com.au.

Conditions of Enrolment: Confirmation of your enrolment will be sent by email following the receipt of your application. Admission documents, maps and final confirmations will be sent by regular mail from 10 days before your first lecture. As TSFX cannot accept any responsibility for tickets that have been lost in the mail, students who have NOT received their tickets by 12 noon two days prior to their first enrolled lecture MUST contact our office to confirm their enrolment and arrange admission (10am to 5pm Mon–Fri). The Closing Date for postal applications is 5pm three business days prior to the first enrolled lecture. Applications after this date must be by telephone/facsimile, in person or online form. Cancellations MUST be submitted in writing and received three business days before the first enrolled lecture, and will incur a $10 service charge per subject. No refunds or credits will be issued for cancellations made after each closing date. The School For Excellence reserves the right to alter the advertised program details.

Application Form – Page 2 – Trial Exam Revision Lectures 2014

Please detach this form and return together with your payment to:The Program Coordinator, The School For Excellence, PO Box R1407, Royal Exchange, Sydney, NSW, 1225. Fax: 1300 364 065.

Last 3 digits on the back of your card

Please note: We do not acceptAmex or Diners Club credit cards

Section 2 Continued: Please enrol me into the following programs(3):

Other Courses

Business Studies ($120) PDHPE: Improving Performance (Part 1) ($28) Ancient History: Core (Part 1) ($65) Economics ($120) Core (Part 2) ($70) Sparta (Part 2) ($55)

Sports Medicine (Part 3) ($28)

Legal Studies: Modern History:

Core (Part 1) ($85) Part 1: Core Study: WW1($40) Family (Part 2) ($28) Part 2: Germany ($40) OR Russia/Soviet Union ($40) Consumers (Part 3) ($28) Part 3: Conflict in Europe ($40) OR Conflict in Indochina ($40) OR Conflict in the Pacific ($40) Workplace (Part 3) ($28) The Cold War ($40) World Order (Part 3) ($28) Part 4: Albert Speer ($25) OR Leni Riefenstahl ($25) OR Leon Trotsky ($25)

Section 3: Please enrol me into “Mastering the Exams”. This lecture is FREE OF CHARGE* to all students.

10am – 3pm, Saturday 31 May 2014 (Session 1) 10am – 3pm, Saturday 14 June 2014 (Session 2)

Note that Sessions 1 and 2 are identical. Please choose ONE session only.

Section 4: Payment Details

Total Payment Enclosed: $ BY Cheque Money Order MasterCard Visa

Name on Credit Card: Signature:

Card Number: Expiry Date: / CCV:

Mastering the Exams“Mastering the Exams” is a unique lecture designed to provide students with the best opportunities to maximise examination marks. During the course of this program, students will learn vital skills that will help optimise examination performance, as well as strategies that will maximise learning and cut down on study time. In addition, the following key topics will be addressed:

n The fastest way of preparing for the exams.n Key strategies used by average students to obtain high ATAR scores.n Planning and executing effective exam study timetables.n The most effective (and time saving) learning techniques.n Techniques to enhance concentration and memory.n Setting out answers so as to optimise examination marks.n Errors made by past students and how to avoid these.n Maximising how much of each examination paper is answered correctly.n Combating “panic attacks” and “mind blanks”.n On day exam strategies that have been proven to improve examination marks.

Dates: 10am – 2pm, Saturday 31 May 2014 (Session 1) or 10am – 2pm, Saturday 14 June 2014 (Session 2)Followed by an interactive Q & A session between 2pm and 3pm.

Cost: Valued at over $200, this program is FREE OF CHARGE*. Students are, however, required to make a *minimum $10 donation to the Fred Hollows Foundation representatives who will be in attendance on the day.

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