Study Guides

This book will guide you through Units 1&2 of the Biology course, helping you succeed with comprehensive content summaries and everything you need to know for your assessment tasks.

Written with the wisdom and insider knowledge of a past student, these notes break down important concepts and terminology, and contain detailed diagrams and memory prompts to help you achieve your best in Units 1&2 and put you on the path to success in Units 3&4.

The author, Dominique, achieved great scores across her QCE science subjects, receiving an ATAR of 92.60. She also completed the Griffith GUESTS Biology program during Year 11 and 12 with a perfect GPA of 7.0! She has since gone on to study a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Griffith University.

These Chemistry Notes contain everything you need to succeed in your Units 1&2 course, with detailed explanations and concepts broken down into understandable terms by a past student who can give you the insider knowledge on how to achieve your best.

Inside this book you will find formulas and equations explained with detailed examples, easy to understand diagrams, and helpful tips and tricks to make studying your Year 11 course simple, while setting you up for the Units 3&4 course.

Ally received A’s in six of her Year 12 subjects, earning her the QCAA Certificate for Academic Commendation and an ATAR of 99.90. She has also won a number of academic awards across her schooling, including the Specialist Maths Award for 2020. Ally is currently pursuing a career in Medicine at the University of Queensland.

From the basics of equilibria and oxidation to the complexities of organic chemistry and chemical synthesis, this book covers everything you need to know to succeed in QCE Chemistry Units 3&4.

Every chapter contains step-by-step breakdowns of important processes and reactions, as well as advice from two high-achieving students to help you prepare for every assessment task.

Brianna has an extensive knowledge of all science subjects, and received exceptional scores in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, and Psychology, as well as an ATAR of 98.30. She has since gone on to study a Bachelor of Science Advanced – Global Challenges (Honours) at Monash University, specialising in ecology and conservation biology.

Justine also excelled in her Chemistry studies in 2020, receiving the QCAA Certificate of Academic Commendation for achieving an A in six of her Year 12 subjects.

This book is your guide to the entire QCE English 1&2 course. With extensive advice on how to ace English in Year 11 and beyond, these Complete Course Notes contain all the essentials to set you up for success.

Featuring numerous high-level examples, simple explanations, study tips, and assessment advice, this book covers everything you need to know to thrive in your English studies.

The author, Lauren, achieved an outstanding score of 96 in Year 12 English, graduating with an ATAR of 93.85 and earning an academic scholarship to university. She is now pursuing her studies at Bond University with a dual degree in Laws and Psychological Science with a view to pursue a future in environmental and animal rights.

This book will guide you through the entire QCE English course, with detailed advice for each topic and how best to prepare for assessment tasks and exams. There are also sample essays, paragraphs, and sentence templates for you to use, clear explanations of the assessment criteria, and countless tips to boost your English performance and enable you to feel more confident in your writing.

The author, Lauren, achieved a perfect score in English, as well as full marks on the exam. She has over 10 years of experience in tutoring and lecturing, having helped thousands of students in their English studies. She has since graduated from The University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Literature and Linguistics.

This book has been fully updated to align with the new QCE syllabus for 2026

This book will guide you through the entire QCE English course, with detailed advice for each topic and how best to prepare for assessment tasks and exams.

There are also sample essays, paragraphs, and sentence templates for you to use, clear explanations of the assessment criteria, and countless tips to boost your English performance and enable you to feel more confident in your writing.

The author, Lauren, achieved a perfect score in English, as well as full marks on the exam. She has over 10 years of experience in tutoring and lecturing, having helped thousands of students in their English studies. She has since graduated from The University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Arts, majoring in Literature and Linguistics.

This book summarises all of the content in QCE General Mathematics, guiding you through the formulas, equations, and strategies you need to succeed.

Each concept comes with clear explanations, and plenty of worked examples. And all of this is designed to help you apply your knowledge in internal assessments and the end-of-year exams.

The author, Rui, achieved outstanding Year 12 results, including scores of 90+ in all three of his Maths subjects, and an ATAR of 98.60. In addition, he is an accomplished educator, having delivered lectures and tutorials to thousands of Year 11 and 12 students. Rui has also gone on to pursue a Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics/Computer Science) at UNSW.

Bringing together complex content with easy to understand diagrams and explanations, these Physics 1&2 Notes are the perfect guide to help you thrive in your studies.

Covering topics ranging from thermal and nuclear physics to motion, sound, and waves, everything you need to know for the Units 1&2 syllabus is within these pages.

With extra advice, simple diagrams, and assessment and exam guidance, these Notes will be sure to see you succeed in your study goals.

As a current tutor, Elysia has extensive knowledge of the QCE Physics course. In these Notes, she has provided her advice and insights to guide you through each topic and give you the in-depth understanding to find success in your Physics journey. Currently, Elysia is studying a Bachelor of Laws and Economics at the University of Queensland.

From the basics of motion to the complexities of special relativity, this book covers everything you need to know to succeed in QCE Physics Units 3&4.

Every chapter contains step-by-step breakdowns of important formulas and definitions, as well as advice from a high-achieving student to help you prepare for every assessment task.

Brianna has an extensive knowledge of all science subjects, and received exceptional scores in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Psychology, as well as an ATAR of 98.30. She has since gone on to study a Bachelor of Science Advanced – Global Challenges (Honours) at Monash University.

Emma graduated in 2020 with an ATAR of 95.6 with subject awards for excellence in Physics and Maths Methods. She now studies a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Science double degree at QUT, majoring in physics and mechatronic engineering.

This book has been fully updated to align with the new QCE syllabus for 2026

From the basics of motion to the complexities of special relativity, this book covers everything you need to know to succeed in QCE Physics Units 3&4.

Every chapter contains step-by-step breakdowns of important formulas and definitions, as well as advice from a high-achieving student to help you prepare for every assessment task.

Brianna has an extensive knowledge of all science subjects, and received exceptional scores in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Psychology, as well as an ATAR of 98.30. She has since gone on to study a Bachelor of Science Advanced – Global Challenges (Honours) at Monash University.

Emma graduated in 2020 with an ATAR of 95.6 with subject awards for excellence in Physics and Maths Methods. She now studies a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Science double degree at QUT, majoring in physics and mechatronic engineering.

From the basics of memory and learning models in Unit 3 to the complex psychosocial constructs of Unit 4! This book covers everything you need to know to succeed in QCE Psychology. Every chapter contains step-by-step breakdowns of important definitions and concepts, as well as advice from a high-achieving student to help you prepare for every assessment task.

Brianna has an extensive knowledge of all science subjects, and received exceptional scores in Psychology, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, with an ATAR of 98.30. She has since gone on to study a Bachelor of Science Advanced – Global Challenges (Honours) at Monash University, specialising in ecology and conservation biology. Brianna is also an invaluable member of the ATAR Notes Forum community, having answered hundreds of questions to help students in their own high school journeys.

This book has been fully updated to align with the new QCE syllabus for 2026

From the basics of memory and learning models in Unit 3 to the complex psychosocial constructs of Unit 4! This book covers everything you need to know to succeed in QCE Psychology.

Every chapter contains step-by-step breakdowns of important definitions and concepts, as well as advice from a high-achieving student to help you prepare for every assessment task.

Brianna has an extensive knowledge of all science subjects, and received exceptional scores in Psychology, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, with an ATAR of 98.30. She has since gone on to study a Bachelor of Science Advanced – Global Challenges (Honours) at Monash University, specialising in ecology and conservation biology. Brianna is also an invaluable member of the ATAR Notes Forum community, having answered hundreds of questions to help students in their own high school journeys.

These Biology 1&2 Notes are written by a trio of exceptional past students to provide you with everything you need to know.

All of the important theories, definitions, and concepts are broken down and clearly explained with accompanying diagrams and tips to help you ace your studies.

There are also detailed explanations of research methods, bioethics, and scientific investigations to aid you in SACs and exams.

Travis has completed his Doctor of Medicine/Master of Public Health at The University of Melbourne, having majored in biochemistry and molecular biology.

Fiona earned an outstanding raw score of 49 in VCE Biology and also went on to pursue a Doctor of Medicine with an interest in emergency medicine and public health.

Daniel has delivered lectures and tutorials to thousands of students across the state, and has gone on to study a Bachelor of Biomedicine at The University of Melbourne.

These Biology 1&2 Notes are written by a trio of exceptional past students to provide you with everything you need to know.

All of the important theories, definitions, and concepts are broken down and clearly explained with accompanying diagrams and tips to help you ace your studies.

There are also detailed explanations of research methods, bioethics, and scientific investigations to aid you in SACs and exams.

Travis has completed his Doctor of Medicine/Master of Public Health at The University of Melbourne, having majored in biochemistry and molecular biology.

Fiona earned an outstanding raw score of 49 in VCE Biology and also went on to pursue a Doctor of Medicine with an interest in emergency medicine and public health.

Daniel has delivered lectures and tutorials to thousands of students across the state, and has gone on to study a Bachelor of Biomedicine at The University of Melbourne.

This book leads you through the Units 3&4 Biology course from the fundamentals of life at the cellular level to the exciting and ever-developing science of evolution.

With plenty of detailed diagrams and clear explanations, these Course Notes help elucidate each topic in the Study Design.

With everything you need in one place and a past student guiding you through the content, this book is guaranteed to help you excel in your studies.

Travis Lines is a junior doctor working in Victoria. He completed his Doctor of Medicine/Master of Public Health at the University of Melbourne after studying a Bachelor of Biomedicine, majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology. Travis is passionate about teaching biology, having tutored and lectured with several not-for-profits, and has been the coordinator of the tutor support office at the University of Melbourne’s VCE Summer School.

This book leads you through the Units 3&4 Biology course from the fundamentals of life at the cellular level to the exciting and ever-developing science of evolution.

With plenty of detailed diagrams and clear explanations, these Course Notes help elucidate each topic in the Study Design.

With everything you need in one place and a past student guiding you through the content, this book is guaranteed to help you excel in your studies.

Travis Lines is a junior doctor working in Victoria. He completed his Doctor of Medicine/Master of Public Health at the University of Melbourne after studying a Bachelor of Biomedicine, majoring in biochemistry and molecular biology. Travis is passionate about teaching biology, having tutored and lectured with several not-for-profits, and has been the coordinator of the tutor support office at the University of Melbourne’s VCE Summer School.

From the basics of chemical equations and stoichiometry to the complexities of organic compounds and medicinal chemistry, this book covers everything you need to know to succeed in VCE Chemistry.

Every chapter contains step-by-step breakdowns of important processes and reactions, as well as advice from two high-achieving recent graduates to help you answer even the trickiest of exam questions.

Julian achieved a raw score of 46 in Chemistry as well as a Premier’s Award in English and an ATAR of 99.95. He is now studying a Bachelor of Biomedicine at The University of Melbourne.

Thushan also graduated with a perfect 99.95 ATAR and a 50 in Chemistry. He has since completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours at Monash University.

This book will guide you through the entire VCE English and EAL course, with detailed advice for each Area of Study and how best to prepare for SACs and exams.

There are also sample essays, paragraphs, and sentence templates for you to use, essay checklists to help you compose high-scoring pieces, and countless tips to boost your English performance and enable you to feel more confident in your writing.

The author, Lauren, earned a perfect raw study score of 50 as well as a Premier’s Award for topping the state in English. She has over a decad’s experience in tutoring, lecturing, and authoring in English and Literature and has gone on to attain a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Melbourne, majoring in Literature and Linguistics.

This book will guide you through the entire VCE English and EAL course, with detailed advice for each Area of Study and how best to prepare for SACs and exams.

There are also sample essays, paragraphs, and sentence templates for you to use, essay checklists to help you compose high-scoring pieces, and countless tips to boost your English performance and enable you to feel more confident in your writing.

The author, Lauren, earned a perfect raw study score of 50 as well as a Premier’s Award for topping the state in English. She has over a deca’s experience in tutoring, lecturing, and authoring in English and Literature and has gone on to attain a Bachelor of Arts from The University of Melbourne, majoring in Literature and Linguistics.

These Notes cover all of the language sub-systems along with an abundance of contemporary examples and analysis.

Within these pages, you’ll find a comprehensive explanation of all the important metalanguage in Units 3&4, top tips for analytical commentaries and essays, and sample responses so that you can understand how to put this knowledge into practice.

This book is co-authored by two exceptional recent graduates.

Benjamin achieved raw scores of 50 in English Language, Biology, Chemistry, and Specialist Maths, as well as two Premie’s Awards and a Top VCE All-Round High Achiever Award. He is now pursuing a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Linguistics with a view to pursue linguistic research in future.

Suhani also achieved outstanding VCE results including a score of 47 in English Language and is now studying Medicine.