HSC Students
A collection of resources for students
In addition to our in-Library curriculum support which includes text books, resources, study guides and core texts, Randwick City Library also offers a selection of great online resources to support your study.
For Randwick City Library members
ATARNotes+ - notes, tests, guides & more
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Need help with your studies and access to the latest HSC study guides? With ATARNotes+ you get over 300 titles including course summaries, study notes, topic tests and practice exams. By registering you will get:
- All of the ATAR Notes summary notes, topic tests and text guides
- All of the Neap past trial exams and revision materials
- The ability to create personalised study notes and digital annotations, all of which are securely stored online
- Interactive flashcard revision tool that makes studying more engaging and effective
- Seamless integration with the main website so you can view recorded lectures at your own pace and convenience for free
- Access to all this from anytime, on any device
- More exciting enhancements are planned for ATARNotes+
As a limited resource, separate registration is required for access to ATARNotes+. You will need to be a Randwick City Library Member, and currently at High School. Once approved, a link inviting you to set up your ATARNotes+ account will be issued to your nominated email address.
General study guides
Charles Sturt University (CSU) guide for HSC students
CSU HSC Resource Guide offers you HSC resources including links to past exam papers, general information and study advice.
HSC - State Library of NSW
SLNSW is here to support HSC students in their research. Visit the State Library of New South Wales HSC web page which brings together key information for HSC students and teachers. And watch a range of Smart research for HSC students webinars designed to set students on the right path for their HSC journey. Click on the links below for more information.
- Essential Library resources for your research and study
- Getting better results from your searches
- Better searching with online resources
- Citing your work and avoiding plagiarism
- Finding the right sources online
Teachers can check out the Information for HSC teachers page for links to booking inquiry forms for onsite and online HSC Introduction to resources workshops for their students.
USYD HSC guide and short courses
University of Sydney offers a free practical study guide to the HSC as well as numerous HSC preparation courses to help you excel with your studies. Access the University of Sydney for HSC guides and short courses.
UOW Outreach and Future Students
UOW (University of Wollongong) Outreach and Future Students team aim to provide High school students with the knowledge and skills to achieve their aspirations. Join Summer Masterclasses, experience a day at uni firsthand with Discovery Days, explore your post-high school opportunities and improve HSC study skills with the Year 12 Future Me program.
General links
NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
NESA sets the core curriculum and syllabuses for Kindergarten to Year 12. You can access the NESA website to obtain past papers, HSC requirements and obtain information relating to your subjects, or access the NESA Syllabuses (Stage 6) A-Z directory.
Bored of Studies
Created by students, for students, Bored of Studies strives to provide current year 11 and year 12 students with all the resources and support they need to succeed during the 2 years that form the most important part of their education and subsequently, their future.
Exams and Study Stress
eHeadspace provides free online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12 - 25 and their families and friends.
ReachOut.com provide a range of tips and tricks to alleviate exam and study stress.
After the HSC
Year 13 endeavours to find anything you need to know about jobs, studying, gap years, travelling, apprenticeships, money and discounts.
Subject resources
Aboriginal studies
Ancient history
Economics and Business Studies
Austrade - The Government site provides information for students on trade issues. They also have a range of papers, speeches and articles on global issues and the benefits of trade.
Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) Companies - These databases provide information about listed companies as recorded in their reports. They also list documents each company has filed with ASIC, and instructions for obtaining copies, as well as information on delisted companies, registered financial professionals and more.
Business Studies Stage 6 Syllabus
NLA - Australian Newspapers Online - Newspapers such as The Age, The Australian, The Advertiser, The Canberra Times, The Sydney Morning Herald, The West Australian, The Mercury and The Sunday Times. As well, Business Review Weekly, The Australian Financial Review, Business Sydney Online and the Western Australian Business News are found on this site.
Legal Studies
Legal Studies Stage 6 Syllabus
State Library of NSW - HSC Legal Studies
Find Legal Answers - Free legal information service, managed by the Legal Information Access Centre (LIAC) at the State Library, providing access to easy to understand and current legal information.
Modern History
PDHPE
ABS - Australian Bureau of Statistics - The official government statistic site provides a range of informative statistics and articles on health issues.
Australian Drug Foundation - They provide drug and alcohol information in many formats which is delivered in many ways through their information services. Working together to prevent drug problems.
Society and Culture
ABS - Australian Bureau of Statistics - The official government statistic site provides a range of informative statistics and articles on social issues.
BorrowBox (ePress) - Members can access PDFs of popular print titles The Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian, Daily Telegraph, Sun Herald and The Saturday Paper via web browser or mobile app on Apple or Android device.
Society and Culture Stage 6 Syllabus
Online Newspapers - Full text versions of hundreds of newspapers from around the world
State Library of NSW - Personal Interest Projects - Access award-winning digitised Personal Interest Projects (PIPS) for the HSC subject, Society and Culture. They show excellence in various areas related to the construction of the PIPs.
Studies of Religion
Visual Arts
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences (MAAS)
The Getty Research Institute for the History of Art and the Humanities - Includes access to large indexes such as BHA and RILA. The Getty also has a museum homepage and an art education site. Searching can be frustrating at times due to slowness in downloading files.
Disclaimer: Randwick City Library Service does not warrant or accept any liability in relation to the quality or accuracy of the information on these websites.