11–12English Standard 11–12 Syllabus (2024)
The new English Standard 11–12 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2026 and will replace the English Standard Stage 6 Syllabus (2017).
2025
- Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2026, Term 1
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 11
- Start implementing the new Year 11 school-based assessment requirements
- Continue to teach the English Standard Stage 6 Syllabus (2017) for Year 12
2026, Term 4
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 12
- Start implementing the new Year 12 school-based assessment requirements
2027
- First HSC examination for the new syllabus
Content
Year 11
Students undertake the close reading of quality texts from a variety of modes and mediums. In doing so, they develop the knowledge to appreciate, understand, analyse and evaluate the ways texts convey complex ideas, relationships, endeavours and scenarios. Central to this focus area is developing student capacity to respond perceptively to texts through their own thoughtful writing and judicious reflection on their knowledge and skills as writers. Students read texts that are aesthetically, stylistically or conceptually engaging to inspire or provoke them to respond critically and creatively. Through wide reading and the close study of texts, students develop insights into the world around them, deepen their understanding of themselves and the lives of others, and enhance their enjoyment of reading.
The power of language to shape and influence meaning
The ways mode, medium and context shape meaning
The ways various language features, including figurative elements, shape ideas, perspectives and experiences
The ways close analysis of language and literary devices informs interpretations of familiar and unfamiliar texts
The ways personal experience is transformed into imaginative texts across a range of purposes, audiences and contexts
The similarities and differences in language forms, features and structures within and between texts
Compose persuasive, discursive and imaginative texts that explore increasingly complex ideas
Compose texts that make thematic and stylistic connections with other texts
Compose texts that explore a range of values and perspectives, including their own
Compose texts that integrate different modes and mediums for a range of purposes and audiences
Draft, edit, revise and refine texts for a range of purposes and audiences
Use appropriate metalanguage to assess and reflect on the value of writing
Use accurate spelling, punctuation, syntax and metalanguage in creating critical and creative texts