GAT Facts for Parents and Students
All students completing one or more Units 3&4 subjects are required to sit the General Achievement Test on Wednesday 7 September 2022.
As per previous years, there will be no VCE classes for Years 11 and 12 students on this day.
Year 11 students who do not study an accelerated subject are not required to attend and must undertake private study either at School in the Nicholas Library or at home.
All Units 3&4 students, including those who study Languages externally, are required to attend.
The GAT does not contribute to subject study scores nor the final ATAR. However, it is used by VCAA in moderation and for any student who may need a derived exam score if they cannot attend a final exam.
Important reminders for the day:
- No phones
- Students are permitted to wear casual clothes, no uniform for the day
- Clear pencil case, clear water bottle (no labels)
- Bring a dictionary and a scientific calculator. If you do not have either of these, now is the time to find them
- Bring a pencil for multiple choice. Pen for writing
- No smartwatches
- Arrive 30 minutes before examination
- Bring brain food for the break
- Store all bags/food/phones in your locker. Come to the Hall only with the required items
- Ensure you are familiar with the seating plan.
The exam format and duration are outlined below:
Additional information for parents and students are available via the links below:
