Is it worth doing a unit 3/4 subject in Year 11?
Pros
It will free up time in Year 12
By completing a 3/4 subject prior to your final year, you are creating one less hassle for yourself in what will probably be the most stressful 12 months of your life to date. This will allow you to narrow your focus onto the remaining five classes (or four if you did two 3/4s in Year 11).
You'll get a taste of what Year 12 will be like
Year 12 can be gruelling, especially when you’re trying to combine studying and exams with the perks of turning 18 (for most students), such as getting your driver’s licence and being able to go out. By taking a 3/4 early, you can gauge how much time and effort needs to be attributed, and adjust your study schedule accordingly.
Cons
Poor results can influence your ATAR
If you choose to study a 3/4 in Year 11, make sure you are prepared to give it your best. Neglecting something that directly contributes to your ATAR score is a bad idea, and could end in disaster if it is the reason you don’t reach the cut-off for the university course of your choice.
You might not be ready
Plain and simple, you may not be ready for the subject matter of a 3/4 class. For students who struggle to keep up with the workload in Year 10, it might not be the best idea to take on extra academic responsibility.
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