Data analysis
Data acquisition, organisation, visualisation and communication.
Robotics & Computer Science
VCE Applied Computing — Units 1 & 2
Personalised coaching across data analysis, programming, digital solutions and network security concepts.
What students will learn
Purposeful skills, built through practice.
Develop computing and data foundations
Apply computational thinking through programming
Plan and evaluate digital solutions
Build confidence for school assessments
Curriculum
Core learning, clearly connected.
Each area is developed through guided explanation, practical work, testing and reflection.
Programming
Computational thinking, algorithms and development of purposeful solutions.
Innovative solutions
Project planning, design, development and evaluation.
Network security
Relevant network and cybersecurity concepts within Applied Computing—not a separate VCE subject.
Learning activities
Ideas become visible.
- Programming practice
- Data analysis and visualisation
- Digital solution planning
Example projects
Practical work with a clear purpose.
- Programming practice
- Data analysis and visualisation
- Digital solution planning
Learning progression
Explore. Build. Apply. Master.
Units 1 & 2 can build a foundation for further computing study, including Software Development or Data Analytics where chosen through school.
Growth & Care approach
More than a course. A supported learning journey.
Where included in the confirmed program, guided questioning, practical challenges and constructive feedback can support confidence and independent problem-solving.
The exact coaching, mentoring and pastoral-care practices included are confirmed for each program. An individually assigned mentor is not promised.
Explore our learning approachForge learning support
Forge may support structured practice and learning resources where verified for the individual coaching arrangement.
Available sessions
Coaching is arranged around school assessments, at times agreed with each family.
View Term 1 2027 catalogueFees and enrolment
Contact us for current coaching options and fees.
Book a VCE planning consultationFrequently asked
Course questions.
Is cybersecurity a separate VCE subject here?
No. Network security concepts are addressed within the current Applied Computing study design.
Related courses
Continue the learning journey.
These are suggested routes, not mandatory prerequisites. Existing experience can support a different entry point.
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Individual coaching in problem solving, software design, programming and SAT project development.
Students enrolled in VCE Software Development Units 3 & 4.
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Individual coaching across data acquisition, analysis, visualisation, communication and SAT preparation.
Students enrolled in VCE Data Analytics Units 3 & 4.
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Individual coaching for business knowledge, case analysis and written responses aligned with the applicable VCAA study design.
VCE students studying Business Management; school enrolment determines the relevant units.
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