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I've just finished my first year of law so bear in mind that my answers obviously aren't the best.

Unless it was ridiculously more easy than last years, the raw cut off will be roughly the same. I'm not trying to throw off anyone's confidence, but I walked out of last year's biology exam feeling like I topped the state; I only thought I lost several marks. I did end up getting a high mark...

You definitely came! I came first in biology in my cohort and the person who came 2nd got a state rank! So definitely possible

Yeah last year's exam was so easy. I'm pretty sure the band 6 cut off was 90.

+1. Those subjects are really high scaling which will be great in boosting your ATAR. So don't have any regrets about not choosing legal, I didn't do legal and law is fine! In fact, in first year uni, you'll do an introductory course which essentially outlines the general principles of law -...

From what I've heard - yes. I have a friend doing chemical engineering/law and she's literally dying. But I know as a single degree it is much more intense that science, although this varies according to what you major in. I wouldn't worry about work load though if you enjoy it. Look up...

My 2c - I think planning is crucial. I did it for every exam involving an essay. Just spend 1 minute making a really rough plan - this will ensure your response is question-focused. Without a plan, I don't see how you can write a response that flows and includes only relevant ideas. I did...

No seriously guys just relax. I'm sure all the nervous tension will tell you otherwise, but it's really important to keep getting enough exercise, sleep and relax time - all of which will help you concentrate better and study smarter in shorter periods. In this week if you're feeling...

I'd be willing to tutor you in 2U maths :) Check your inbox

Yeah I agree with this. For example, when my sister was little she could have been considered a child prodigy - she was really intelligent from the age of 3 onwards. On the other hand, I wasn't anywhere as near as naturally gifted as her - I had to try a lot more harder. She definitely had a...

I regret trying to do work in this time because I didn't end up doing much so I just felt guilty. Personally, I'd just relax before the shit hits the fan - you really can't do much at this point so enjoy this time while it lasts!

Oh gosh so true! I was with my family in Hawaii for the week leading up to the release of the results and I legitimately couldn't sleep for 2 days before the results were released. It was hanging over my head basically the whole holiday. So if you're short of motivation, just imagine this...

Also make sure you guys get enough sleep - I remember getting really frustrated when I just couldn't concentrate because I hadn't got enough sleep. Also don't forget to exercise, it will really help you concentrate! And like Spiritual has been saying, the HSC is important but you'll be amazed at...

Hey I was enrolled in science advanced/law last sem but switched over to science/law so I think I can help! Like lawstu was saying, your second degree doesn't make a difference in terms of a career in law. So do what you want. I really depends how you work etc - I personally found advanced...

I do science and law and in first semester I did 3 science subjects. It is really intensive, but depends on the subjects. Last semester I was doing maths and chemistry etc and now I'm doing environmental subjects which is less intensive. Yes and law has only 4 hours per subject but for me it's...

Oh gosh it's so true. I did geo in year 12 and it was ok, but they really need to upgrade the freaking syllabus! I think it was updated in 2000? I mean it's been 10 years! Do what you want - geography will be easier but I wouldn't say the workload would be less - a lot of rote learning is...

... not sure if serious but if you are then OF COURSE YOU DON'T HAVE TO REPEAT THE HSC WHY WOULD YOU DO THAT LOL - just start a related course like medical science/science and transfer! If you want medicine that bad then you'll get it!

Obviously in no position to answer this because I haven't gone to usyd but from what I've heard, UNSW teaching is much more interactive; the classes are more seminar style (you virtually have no traditional lectures) which I absolutely love because it forces you to do your readings (due to class...

Yes as said above - it's really flexible! So don't worry too much - also the HSC is not everything - you can easily transfer! (I always thought that the HSC was the 'be all, end all'). My choice was quite random; even in year 12 I had no idea what I wanted to do; all I knew is I liked science...

I'm really not in a position to give you advice as I'm a first year - but from doing foundies and a bit of torts, I'd say if you're interested in how society works, is structured and governed etc then you may like law. If you like to question things and problem solve you may also like it...