Learning at DSHS

Course Handbooks

Download subject guides, elective selection forms, and pathway planning documents for all year groups.

Course Planning

Everything You Need to Choose Your Courses

These handbooks provide detailed information on subjects available at each year level, helping students and families plan their learning pathways. Elective selection forms are also included for Years 9 and 10.

Lower School

Years 7 – 10

Year 7

Year 7 Handbook

PDF Document

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Year 8

Year 8 Handbook

PDF Document

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Year 9

Year 9 Handbook

PDF Document

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Year 9

Year 9 Elective Selections

PDF Document

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Year 10

Year 10 Handbook

PDF Document

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Year 10

Year 10 Elective Selections

PDF Document

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Senior School

Years 11 – 12

Year 11

Year 11 Handbook

PDF Document

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Year 11

Year 11 ATAR Course Descriptions

PDF Document

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Year 11

Year 11 GENERAL Course Descriptions

PDF Document

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Year 11

Year 11 Pathway Grid

PDF Document

PDF
Year 12

Year 12 Handbook

PDF Document

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Need Help Choosing Courses?

Speak with your Year Coordinator or our Senior School Pathways team — Kate Fleay or Emma Dziadulewicz — for personalised course planning guidance.