SAM/SACE and Ausmat are unlike A-Level, it is important for you to continuously keep up with your coursework throughout the programme duration by completing the school-based assessment which includes quizzes, tests, assignments, presentations and practical tests.
Both SAM/SACE and Ausmat include a combination of school-based assessment and external examination. SAM/SACE covers more coursework than exams compared to Ausmat, while Ausmat has a more even split between coursework and exams. They are pretty similar, however, there are still some slight differences between AUSMAT and SAM/SACE.
It is important for you to manage your time wisely and have good self-discipline in order to juggle different assignments and learning materials at the same time.
SAM / SACE | Ausmat |
Administered by the South Australian Government | Administered by the Western Australian Government |
- 70% coursework
- 30% final exams
| - 50% coursework
- 50% final exams
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