Understanding Australian Education 

SACE (South Australian Certificate of Education) is the official Senior Secondary Certificate of Education in South Australia. It is recognised by universities across Australia and worldwide, offering a pathway to further studies. 

A Senior Secondary Certificate of Education is awarded to students in Australian high schools who successfully complete the program requirements. This program typically spans two years (Australian Year 11 and Year 12) and is designed for students aged 16 to 18. It is equivalent to the International Baccalaureate (IB), GCE A-Levels in the UK and Advanced Placement (AP) in North America. 

Each Australian State and Territory offers its own version of the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE), based on a national standard but featuring unique curricula and assessments. Despite these differences, all programs hold equal value and are linked by the ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admission Rank). 

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Did you know: In addition to South Australia, the SACE is delivered in the Northern Territory, where it is called the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training.