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I know that Advanced English is one of the most, if not the most challenging subject of the HSC having gone through it myself not too long ago.‍There are no syllabus dot points to memorise that will lead you down a linear path to success. It can be scary to think that so much of your ATAR rides on this compulsory subject, where the marking standards can seem utterly unpredictable or cryptic at best.‍Coming to terms with the reality that the majority of top achievers are comparably good at subjects like maths and the sciences, English also becomes one of the most important subject of Year 12 that you'll need to contend with. In my years of tutoring, and my own HSC experience, I've witnessed English be the main differentiator between students at the higher end of the bell curve (AKA. the realm of 99.0+ ATAR).‍

When I started the HSC, I felt overwhelmed by the often confusing and conflicting advice that circulated in my Year 12 study space.‍I knew I wanted to do well, but how to get there seemed like a mystery.‍Despite my hesitation, I bravely followed my passion and took on 4 units of English against the stern warnings from my friends and family against doing four extension subjects and two major works.

HSC English; an insatiable beast, a hardened foe, the most notoriousadversary for prospective acolytes seeking the fabled lands of 99+ ATAR.

I’m here to tell you that success in HSC English is not a one-size-fits-all process; you absolutely do not have to have always been a top student to achieve top marks. I’m gonna let you in on a little secret–in my opinion and experience, success in HSC English boils down to one thing; motivation. For me personally, my motivation was my greatest ally during my study of English.