The South Australia Certificate of Educate (SACE) is the big examination for students who are preparing for tertiary education. Students have to pass the SACE to get into universities and colleges of technical and further education (TAFE colleges) in South Australia, nationally and internationally.
We have consolidated the exam dates, as well as some tips on how to better prepare for your examination!
🗓️ 2025 SACE Examination Periods – Key Dates from SACE Board
| Exam Type | Date |
| Written examinations for languages | Thursday 16 October |
| Mathematical Methods, General Mathematics | Monday 3 Nov |
| Essential Mathematics, Psychology | Tuesday 4 Nov |
| Nutrition, Chinese (background and continuers), French (continuers), Indonesian (continuers),Modern Greek (continuers), Spanish (continuers) | Wednesday 5 Nov |
| Physics, Accounting | Thursday 6 Nov |
| Biology, Modern History | Friday 7 Nov |
| Chemistry, Economics | Monday 10 Nov |
| Specialist Mathematics, English Literary Studies | Tuesday 11 Nov |
| German (continuers), Italian (continuers), Japanese, Vietnamese (background and continuers), English as an Additional Language | Wednesday 12 Nov |
| Legal Studies, Tourism | Thursday 13 Nov |
| Music Studies, Geography | Friday 14 Nov |
The examinations timetable for unmentioned subjects will be updated on the SACE website (www.sace.sa.edu.au) when dates and times have been confirmed. Find out more from the SACE Board: https://www.sace.sa.edu.au/studying/assessment/exams/timetable
📘 How Important Are These Exams?
Your SACE score is a combination of 70% of your internal assessment mark and 30% of your externally assessed assessment mark. Your performance in the SACE heavily impacts your ATAR.
✅ How to Prepare for SACE Success
At KIS Academics, our high-achieving SA tutors understand how stressful this period can be, so here are some tips on how you can boost your preparation:
- Get started early: Revising content early leaves you time for practice exams later.
- Prioritise practice: The SACE Board has e-exams for you to practice!
- Rest well: A well-rested mind and body is so important to ensure you get the most productive study sessions.
- Seek help where you need it: If you're struggling with a topic, get help early — a few sessions with a tutor can make a big difference.
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🎯 Ready to Smash the SACE Exams?
With the right study strategies and a bit of support, you will be able walk into your exams with confidence. At KIS Academics, our tutors offer tailored support for SACE — whether you want weekly sessions or last-minute revision help.
