The Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation provides a pathway for people to achieve a Year 12 equivalent qualification and fosters the development of life-long learning, analytical thinking, problem solving and academic learning skills. This course is intended to provide learners with the following educational and vocational outcomes: a Year 12 equivalent qualification a Tertiary Entrance Score (TES) for those wishing/seeking entry to university articulation into higher level VET qualifications entry to careers in the Australian Defense Forces with a Year 12 qualification entry to careers requiring a Year 12 equivalent qualification. The Certificate 4 in Tertiary Preparation provides a pathway for people to achieve a Year 12 equivalent qualification and fosters the development of life-long learning, analytical thinking, problem solving and academic learning skills. It is a recognised tertiary entry qualification by NSW and some interstate universities. Course Structure To receive the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Apply critical and evaluative language and learning skills Apply ethical practice in study Apply language and learning skills Develop learning strategies for further study Additional Units Analyse biological processes Analyse chemical processes Analyse contemporary issues in the Asia-Pacific region Analyse environmental issues and management strategies Analyse health issues in a global context Analyse historical concepts and issues in context Analyse legal concepts and issues Analyse literary texts Analyse physics phenomena in mechanics and electromagnetism Analyse political concepts and contexts Apply advanced mathematical concepts Apply advanced statistical processes Apply calculus concepts Apply critical analysis to the study of film and media Apply introductory mathematical concepts and skills Apply mathematical skills for further study Apply statistical processes Examine issues in contemporary Australian society Investigate Australia {coat} s Asia Pacific relations Investigate biological processes Investigate physics concepts Investigate scientific aspects of sustainable resource use Investigate the chemical nature of matter Investigate the links between Australia {coat} s geology and its flora and fauna Investigate the nature and functioning of ecosystems Research human rights issues and concepts Respond to the creative arts Use mathematics in a range of contexts Use mathematics to solve a range of problems Career opportunities This course provides an opportunity for students to gain entry to courses and employment where a Year 12 or equivalent qualification is required.