Study Guides

This book contains specially curated practice questions for every topic in VCE General Mathematics so that you can put your knowledge to the test.

Each topic includes a mix of questions from past VCAA papers and originally written questions designed to prepare you for your SACs and exams.

Best of all, at the back of the book, you will find detailed solutions and top tips from two high-achieving recent graduates who explain key concepts and guide you through how to earn full marks.

Rose achieved an outstanding 98.8 ATAR, as well as distinction awards for General Maths, Accounting, and Data Analytics. She is now studying a Bachelor of Computer Science and Commerce double degree at Monash University.

Susanne earned a perfect raw score of 50 in General Maths and has since gone on to attain a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (Honours) and Bachelor of Medical Science (Honours) from Monash University.

This book contains 15 tests covering every Area of Study in VCE Legal Studies, including questions from past exams, and original questions specifically designed to help you understand the intricacies of this subject.

Best of all, for every question, you will find a detailed solution and step-by-step instructions for approaching similar questions in your assessment tasks, as well as expert advice from a high achieving student.

Both Jaidyn and Karly graduated in the top 2% of the state for Legal Studies, and have since gone on to pursue Law at university.

Jaidyn is currently studying Law at Monash University, while

Karly is studying the Juris Doctor at The University of Melbourne having tutored and lectured Legal Studies for several years.

This book contains 10 tests designed to hone your VCE Physics knowledge, including questions from past exams, and original questions tailored to help you understand the intricacies of this subject.

Best of all, for every question, you will find a detailed solution and step-by-step instructions for approaching similar questions in your assessment tasks, as well as expert advice from a past high-achieving student.

Alevine achieved an outstanding 46 raw score in Physics, placing him in the top 1% of the state. He is also an exceptional tutor and lecturer, having helped thousands of students achieve their best in Physics and beyond. He has since gone on to pursue a double degree in Science/Arts at Monash University.

These Topic Tests contain a range of questions from across the whole Year 10 Maths course that will give you the confidence you need to succeed in your studies.

Taken from the Australian National Curriculum, these tests combine a range of question styles with thorough explanations and sample solutions so you can refine your Maths knowledge, while giving you an insight into what exams in future years will be like.

Jahi and Ranithri are both high-achieving past students who have a passion for teaching and learning.

Jahi received outstanding results in Year 12 and is now studying a dual degree in Engineering (Honours) and Computer Science at UNSW.

Ranithri has extensive tutoring experience and is now completing a Bachelor of Science at The University of Melbourne.

There is a tonne of content in Preliminary Biology that you need to remember. So what better way to get ahead in your studies than to pick up a copy of our Year 11 Biology Notes that have done all the hard work for you!

Written by a past HSC graduate who aced her Biology studies, these notes cover all four modules.

They’ll condense everything you need to know to just 80 pages of clear explanations and examples.

Our Biology Year 12 Notes contain the most effective summary of all four modules in the syllabus. With detailed coverage of every syllabus dot point, this book has done all the hard work for you!

Though Biology is a tough subject with some complex theory (and a LOT of content), the clear explanations and examples in these pages will make this book your Bio-bible!

If you’re a visual learner, y’ll love the hundreds of hand-drawn diagrams and illustrations that will help you conceptualise complicated processes.

If yo’re struggling with Biology, the step-by-step nature of this book will guide you through the course so that you understand everything that could come up in your assessments.

And if you love Biology, our author Maddie will share her passion for the subject with you, and give you the kind of unique insights into the nuances of the syllabus that only a high-achieving student can provide!

Maddie graduated with an ATAR of 99.35, and a score of 94 in Biology. She has since pursued a major of Molecular and Cellular Biology at university.

Maddie is the author of numerous ATAR Notes books for Biology and Visual Arts, and is an exceptional lecturer as part of the NSW ATAR Notes team.

The HSC Business Studies Notes are a lifesaver! Covering all four topics of the syllabus, this book contains everything you need to know for your assessments and the exam.

Written by a past high-achieving student, these notes contain concise summaries of fundamental business theories and strategies. There are also plenty of examples and case studies for you to refer to.

Emily achieved Band 6 results in all of her Year 12 subjects. She also earned a state rank in Business Studies (6th in the state). She is a talented tutor and lecturer who has helped hundreds of other students improve their results in Business Studies, Economics, and Legal Studies. Emily is currently studying a double degree in Law and Commerce (Marketing) at UNSW.

These Chemistry Notes summarise the entire course, condensing all four Modules to make them easier to understand. You will also find a variety of key tips for approaching assessment tasks, and visual representations of important concepts. From the basics of atomic structure to the most complex chemical reactions, this book contains not just detailed explanations, but also the voice of a former high-achieving student who knows how to do well.

The author, Jake, graduated with a 99.80 ATAR, and achieved outstanding results in all of his HSC subjects, including a 93 in Chemistry. He is one of ATAR Notes’ inaugural and most experienced NSW lecturers, and has answered thousands of maths and science questions on the ATAR Notes forums. He now studies a combined Advanced Science/Law degree at UNSW.

These HSC Year 12 Economics Notes will be your most comprehensive guide to success. Not only do they summarise all of the definitions, theories, and complex concepts in the course, but they also provide you with a unique insight of a high-achieving former student who knows how to maximise marks. If you’re looking to gain an in-depth understanding of every economic principle in the syllabus, these Notes are guaranteed to help you get there.

The author, Giuliana, achieved Band 6 results for five HSC subjects, including Economics. She also earned an astonishing ATAR of 99.40. She is an accomplished tutor and lecturer, having helped thousands of students improve their marks and confidence in their Economics studies. Since graduating, Giuliana has gone on to pursue a Bachelor of Computer Science at UNSW.

The benefits of this book are as big as they are obvious. You will save an absolute truck-load of time, which is an HSC student's valuable resource. And you will save marks. With notes written by an outstanding HSC Economics student, you can't go wrong!

These Engineering Studies Notes cover every application and focus module in the HSC syllabus, including everything you need to know for your assessments and the exam. Written by a past high-achieving student, these notes contain concise summaries of fundamental engineering theories, formulas, and key terms, as well as plenty of worked examples and diagrams to aid your understanding.

Jacob graduated in 2020 with an ATAR of 99.75 and Band 6s and E4s in all of his subjects, earning him a Premier’s Award for All-round Excellence. He also achieved an outstanding score of 99 in Maths Advanced while in Year 11, and a state rank in Legal Studies in Year 12. In addition to winning an honourable mention in a national writing competition, he has since gone on to study a Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Arts (English and IT) double degree at The University of Newcastle.

To succeed in this subject, you need case studies, statistics, and smarts. These notes contain all three, and so much more.

These Notes have also been updated to include the three most popular Options. The Notes now cover:

• Crime (Core)
• Human Rights (Core)
• Consumers (Option)
• Family (Option)
• World Order (Option)

Beyond its excellent and detailed summaries, there are also media articles, legislation, areas of law reform, and contemporary examples.

Most importantly though, these notes explain things through the voices of past-HSC students. These authors aced their Year 12 studies, and each have years of tutoring and lecturing experience.

These notes will summarise all of the necessary syllabus content for you ahead of your assessments. But they’ll also give you an abundance of tips and tricks to get ahead. And the’ll do it all clearly and concisely, making them an absolute must for aspiring Legal students!

These Notes summarise everything you need to know about the Year 12 Mathematics Advanced course. Each topic contains the key knowledge, techniques, and study tips required to succeed. And every idea has accompanying worked examples to help guide you through the content.

With detailed summaries of each and every core component of the new Maths syllabus, these 2U Maths Notes are all you need. All topics come with clear examples so that you can see the theory put into practice. You will also find helpful graphs and diagrams to visualise key concepts.

These notes will build up your Maths Advanced key knowledge. And, even better, they’ll equip you with the skills to get the questions that 99% of the state get wrong. Maybe yo’re strugging with 2U? Or maybe yo’re a student wanting to excel. Either way, these Year 12 Mathematics Advanced Notes will be your closest and most valuable companion in the HSC!

The author, Rui, achieved outstanding HSC results, including a 96 in Maths Advanced, a 94 in Maths Extension 1, and a 97 in Maths Extension 2. On top of being an exceptional educator, having delivered lectures and tutorials to thousands of HSC students, Rui is now pursuing a Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics/Computer Science) at UNSW.

This set of Notes is an all-inclusive look at the Year 11 Mathematics Extension 1 course, including copious worked examples, step-by-step explanations, diagrams, and tips from a high-achieving past student. As Maths Extension 1 content is entirely assessable in the HSC exams, these Notes are the perfect tool to help you get a grasp on the foundational knowledge so you can succeed in Year 11 and beyond.

Brooke completed her HSC with top bands in every subject, achieving a 97 in Maths Extension 1 and a 91 in Maths Extension 2. With her thorough knowledge of the updated content, she is passionate about providing the best advice to help students excel in Mathematics. Brooke has since gone on to study Civil and Environmental Engineering at The University of Technology.

Course Notes

Entire subject summaries made easy to learn by the best students

Course Notes

Entire subject summaries made easy to learn by the best students

Course Notes

Entire subject summaries made easy to learn by the best students

Course Notes

Entire subject summaries made easy to learn by the best students

Course Notes

Entire subject summaries made easy to learn by the best students

Course Notes

Entire subject summaries made easy to learn by the best students

These comprehensive Notes cover the entire Year 12 Music course, including Music 1, Music 2, and Music Extension.

They contain essential theory from each course to set you up with the foundational musicology and aural skills needed to succeed in Music.

Assessment advice for composition, performance, essays, sight singing, and viva voce are also included with extensive step-by-step instructions, examples, and tips from a top-scoring student to help you achieve your best marks in assessments and exams.

Emily Zhou is a passionate musician with over 15 years experience studying piano and music theory. She received a Band 6/E4 for Music 2 and Music Extension and was a scholarship student at the Sydney Conservatorium.