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Languages develops subject knowledge and practical skills that connect with further study, training and work.

Languages Pathways

The Languages Subject Flowchart helps you and your child understand the engaging and globally-connected pathways offered through the study of Spanish and Japanese. These subjects provide students with the opportunity to develop real-world communication skills while gaining a deeper appreciation of other cultures, traditions, and perspectives.

The school’s diagram shows possible progression and destinations across several years. For the current 2027 selection list, use Year 11 subjects. Discuss prerequisites and future availability with the Senior School team.

Languages pathways from school subjects to further study, training and employment. A text version follows.
Languages subject progression and possible destinations. Open full-size graphic

  1. Years 7–8

    • Year 7 Spanish and Japanese
    • continue one language in Year 8

  2. Year 9

    • Spanish or Japanese

  3. Year 10

    • Spanish or Japanese

  4. Senior pathway possibilities

    • VCE Spanish
    • Japanese

Where These Skills Can Take You

University and further study

  • Arts
  • International Relations
  • Global Studies
  • Education and Teaching
  • Translation and Interpreting
  • Business and Commerce
  • Tourism and Hospitality

TAFE, VET and training

  • Translation
  • Interpreting
  • International Business
  • Education Support
  • Tourism

Skills for work and life

  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Cultural and global awareness
  • Speaking and presenting with confidence
  • Listening and comprehension

Year 9 Languages Courses

Spanish

Duration: Whole year Lessons per fortnight: 8

Year 9 Spanish is focused on building language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening to Spanish speakers, songs, texts and participating in games to make the learning engaging and meaningful. The content will be a continuation and immersion of the knowledge developed in year 8.

Students will learn to discuss everyday topics such as family, hobbies, school and travel. Projects students will encounter may involve simple conversations, including and answering questions verbally and written form, writing short texts using correct grammar including pastand future tenses. Spanish culture and festivities will be part of the immersive experience of the learning program.

Year 9 Spanish factsheet (PDF)

Japanese

Duration: Whole year Lessons per fortnight: 8

In Year 9 Japanese, students will build on the knowledge and skills they developed in the previous year. The program is designed to strengthen students’ confidence in using the language across speaking, listening, reading and writing.

The four units are My Daily Routine, School Life in Japan, Travel in Japan and My Hobbies.

Through these units, students will learn to express personal information, ask and respond to questions, describe experiences, and make comparisons between Japanese and their own cultures.

  • Revisit the 46 hiragana characters, with an emphasis on accurate writing.
  • Learn additional kanji for common vocabulary used in daily life.
  • Learn the 46 katakana characters used for loan words, including words such as bus and ice cream.

Students will also participate in a range of cultural activities and collaborative tasks, with a focus on real-world communication and cultural understanding.

Year 9 Japanese factsheet (PDF)

Students study one language in Years 8 and 9. The current curriculum overview lists Languages as an elective in Year 10. Speak with the Languages team about continuation and future VCE opportunities.

Questions About Languages?

Karla Campos Zapata — learning area leader. Contact the college for subject advice.

Published language subject enquiries: Pam Hancock.

Year-level choices and selection rules · Careers advice