Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 form the Lauriston Senior College. Senior College provides an extensive academic program, stimulating environment, leadership opportunities and framework which underpins the final years of schooling. Girls are encouraged to be active initiators of their own learning.

During the last three years of schooling, students have the option to study some subjects at an accelerated level and to choose either the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
or the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) for study in Years 11 and 12. Lauriston has a history of outstanding academic results in both the VCE and IB.

Year 10 students study a common core of subjects, but choose electives each semester. This program maintains the continuity of learning in key areas, while encouraging students to explore new areas or spend more time following their particular areas of interest. Studying philosophy encourages the girls to develop critical thinking skills to analyse arguments and to identify and evaluate assumptions.

A particular feature of Year 10 is the Learning Enrichment Program. Students have the opportunity to extend their learning in a number of different ways and are presented with chances to develop a range of skills including planning, time management, study, exam preparation and leadership through participation in programs such as Peer Support and through membership of the Senior College Council.

To access our online  Senior College Subject descriptions for years 10,11 and 12 2010 please click here. Please read these descriptions in conjunction with the Senior College Handbook and Guidelines 2010  For more information 

Students will select subjects at School online via the intranet.

At Lauriston, the International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledge and caring young people who can be active participants in their global community.

The IB is a challenging 2 year curriculum that fosters high academic standards and international understanding. It is best suited to students who are planning to pursue tertiary studies and qualifications, as it is recognised by Australian tertiary institutions and major universities worldwide.

The IB programme encourages students across the globe to become active, compassionite and unite to be lifelong learners.