VCE Specialist Maths case studies

VCE Specialist Mathematics is a Victorian Certificate of Education study design published by the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA). The current accreditation period runs from 2023, and the study design covers Units 1 to 4. It is intended for senior secondary students in Victoria who want a mathematically demanding pathway alongside, or beyond, Mathematical Methods, typically those preparing for university courses in engineering, the physical sciences, actuarial studies or mathematics itself. The published materials set out the areas of study, outcomes and assessment requirements for each unit, together with support materials for planning and developing a program, implementation videos, frequently asked questions, sample learning activities for Units 1 to 4, pseudocode guidance, and assessment resources including general assessment advice, school-assessed coursework videos, performance descriptors, and examination specifications with past examinations and reports. The VCE Specialist Maths case studies are 5 cases and about 3,276 words.