SACE Accelerated Programs

Fast-track your SACE pathway with the opportunity to study Stage 1 or Stage 2 subjects ahead of your year level, while staying enrolled at your home school.

Subjects offered in 2026:
• Specialist Mathematics (Stage 1 & 2)
• Physics (Stage 1 & 2)
• Chemistry (Stage 1 & 2)
• Biology (Stage 2)

You will be notified by return email within 5 school days if your application to complete an accelerated subject at Premed Senior College (PSC) has been successful.

Suitable for all students who are:

  • 14 years and over as of 02/02/2026

  • High-achieving in Year 9–12

  • Consistent A level results in Maths and Science

  • Displaying strong study habits and the ability to manage an accelerated workload

Students remain enrolled at their home school while completing selected SACE subjects with Premed Senior College.


Entry Requirements:

Applicants must submit the following documents as attachments in one email:

  • Latest school report

  • One marked Mathematics or Science assessment (e.g. SHE, practical, Directed Investigation), demonstrating A-standard achievement

  • One marked English writing sample (optional but recommended)

Note that an interview & Entry Tests are required for students wishing to skip Stage 1 and enter Stage 2 Specialist Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry directly.

How the Program Works:

  • PSC teaches and assesses the selected subject(s)

  • Home school remains the main enrolment

  • Parents inform the home school and confirm the student’s SACE Registration Number

Application Steps:

  • Submit an online application

  • Upload supporting documents

  • Entry test and/or interview (if required)

  • Application outcome sent to parents/guardians within 5 school days

  • Payment of enrolment fee

  • Letter of Offer issued

 

Student Expectations:

  • Attend all lessons (on campus)

  • Submit assessments on time

  • Maintain communication with PSC teachers

  • Show maturity, independence and commitment

PSC provides structured teaching, regular feedback, and comprehensive exam preparation.

Class Timetable:
Stage 1 Physics 6:30pm to 9:00pm every Saturday
Stage 1 Specialist Maths 6:30pm to 9:00pm every Sunday
Stage 1 Chemistry 6:00pm to 8:30pm every Sunday


Stage 2 Biology 5:00pm to 7:30pm every Saturday
Stage 2 Chemistry 6:00pm to 8:30pm every Thursday
Stage 2 Specialist Maths 6:00pm to 8:30pm every Friday
Stage 2 Physics 6:00pm to 8:30pm every Sunday

(Times are subject to change)

School Terms 2026:
Term 1: 02/02/2026 to 12/04/2026 (10 weeks)
Term 2: 27/04/2026 to 05/07/2026 (10 weeks)
Term 3: 20/07/2026 to 27/09/2026 (10 weeks)
Term 4:
For stage 1 subjects: 12/10/2026 to 06/12/2026 (8 weeks);
For stage 2 subjects: 12/10/2026 to 15/11/2026 (5 weeks)

Fees:
Application fee: $50
Enrolment fee: $150
Semester 1 (Term 1 + Term 2): $1500 per subject
Semester 2 (Term 3 + Term 4): $1500 per subject
Materials fee: $150 per semester per subject *

Important Notes:

  • The application fee is non-refundable, regardless of the assessment outcome. Applicants are advised to review eligibility requirements carefully before submitting an application.

  • The enrolment fee is non-refundable.

  • All tuition and materials fees are non-refundable after the commencement of each semester.

  • Tuition fees must be paid in full by the commencement date of the semester. Failure to make payment by the due date will result in the cancellation of the student’s enrolment, and the enrolment fee will be non-refundable.

  • SACE Subject Delivery & Credit Structure:
    • Stage 1 subjects are delivered on a semester basis
    – 10 SACE credits per semester
    • Stage 2 subjects are delivered on a full-year basis
    – 20 SACE credits
    – Students must commit to the full academic year to be eligible for SACE credit
    • Invoices are issued each semester

    * The materials fee covers printed teaching and learning resources. Students are required to purchase the appropriate textbooks/workbooks (Book list and stationery list are included in the enrolment package).

 

Online application link:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XPHNSC9

 

Contact: Premed Senior College Administration

Email：admin@premedsc.sa.edu.au