English
Units 3 & 4

Year 12

What is the subject about

Unit 3 and 4 for VCE English develops confident, articulate and critically aware communicators in written and spoken language through exposure to creating and analysing texts, moving from interpretation to reflection and critical analysis. It enhances their understanding, enjoyment and appreciation of the English language, recognising the role of language in thinking and expressing ideas. English assists students in making informed choices further establishing a sense of themselves, their world and their place in it. It equips students to actively participate in our democratic society and the global community.

Link to Study Design

Units

Unit 3: Reading and Creating Texts AND Analysing Argument

Unit 4: Reading and comparing texts AND Presenting Argument

Skills you will develop

Explain and analyse features of texts to create meaning
Examine different interpretations of texts
Synthesise ideas and interpretations to develop an interpretation of their own
Analyse the intent and logical development of an argument
develop, clarify and critique ideas presented in arguments
compare texts to negotiate and communicate a deeper understanding of ideas, issues and themes
develop reasoned arguments in oral form

Assessment

Analytical interpretation of a selected text [essay]
Creative response to text [essay]
An analysis and comparison of argument [essay]
Detailed comparison of two selected texts [essay]
Sustained and reasoned point of view on a current issue [oral presentation}

Pathways

An excellent communicator will inevitably find employment in their field of study.

Prerequisites

You are required to study and satisfy all of the requirements for VCE English Units 1 and 2.