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High Schools

See Secondary schools.

Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS)

Most students must make a contribution towards the cost of their university education. Under HECS they have a choice of paying their contribution up front or deferring payment by taking out a loan from the Australian Government.

Higher School Certificate (HSC)

A locally, nationally and internationally recognised qualification for students who successfully complete secondary education in NSW.

Homework

Homework is work that is set by a child's teacher to support school learning.

HSC

See Higher School Certificate.

Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE)

HSIE is the study of peoples' interactions with one another and with their social, cultural and physical environments. It includes such subjects as history, geography and commerce.