- The Big Picture program is offered at Launceston Big Picture School and Hobart City High School.
- Students in Years 9-12 who cannot access the program in these locations, can now access it virtually!
- If you are interested in joining the virtual program, email SeniorSecondaryProvision@decyp.tas.gov.au.
Is the program for me/my child?
You/your child may be suitable for the program if you/they:
- are looking for learning experiences based on passions and pathway goals
- have motivation and capacity for self-directed, independent learning
- are interested in out-learning experiences (e.g. internships, social action projects)
What is the Big Picture program?
In Big Picture, school and learning are organised around:
- learning through personal interests and passions
- managing your own learning
- connecting to people and places to learn outside school
- growth in skills, knowledge and qualities.
In the program, each student has a personalised learning plan, based on their interests, passions and learning preferences. Accredited Big Picture Advisors support students through their personalised learning journey.
Students learn in small groups, where there is a culture of belonging, support and respect.
Learning through internship is an important part of Big Picture learning. Students spend time in a workplace that matches their interests and complete practical projects. They work with a mentor who is an expert in that field. This gives students the chance to learn from an adult with similar interests and gain real-world experience.
Virtual Big Picture program
Learning for students in the virtual program will be, depending on their individual learning plan, a mixture of:
- accessing learning virtually from home
- attending classes at their local school
- internships
They will be connected with peers at Launceston Big Picture School and Hobart City High School, alongside opportunities to connect with students in Big Picture programs nationwide.
What qualification will I/my child gain from this?
Through the program, students can get the International Big Picture Learning Credential (IBPLC).
This qualification can contribute to the attainment of the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE).
What does the program look like?
Years 9 and 10
As part of the program, students in years 9 and 10 may:
- explore interest topics in-depth, both inside and outside school
- consider school subjects or external courses of interest
- read books
- build a digital portfolio
- plan and present exhibitions
- develop and engage in Social Action Projects
- regularly review their learning plan and check progress against learning goals
- plan and participate in learning experiences outside school.
Years 11 and 12
As part of the program, students in years 11 and 12 may:
- play a leadership role in the advisory group
- plan and manage in-depth learning projects
- engage in pathway planning and preparation
- undertake pathway-aligned school subjects or external courses
- continue learning experiences outside school
- meet regularly with mentors
- read broadly
- complete a Social Action Project
- finish building a digital portfolio
- doing activities to prepare for life after school.
- Find out more at Home | Big Picture Learning Australia.