๐Ÿ“ VCE Exam Timetable 2025: Key Dates

Overview of the 2025 VCE final exam timetable with key dates for you to note down in your calendar.

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By Manoj Arachige
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As the 2025 academic year progresses, Year 12 students across Victoria are shifting their focus toward the final stage of their high school journey: the VCE external exams. Whether youโ€™re aiming for a 99+ ATAR or just hoping to pass your final subjects, having a clear understanding of your exam schedule is essential.

To help you stay organised, weโ€™ve broken down the official 2025 VCE exam timetable, key subject dates, and some expert tips from our tutors at KIS Academics to help you prepare with confidence.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 2025 VCE Examination Periods โ€“ Key Dates from VCAA

The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) has released the approved 2025 examination periods:

Exam Type Date
General Achievement Test (GAT) Tuesday, 17 June 2025
Extended Investigation Critical Thinking Test Wednesday, 30 July 2025
Performance & Languages Oral Exams (including Extended Investigation oral presentations) Monday, 6 October โ€“ Sunday, 2 November 2025
Languages (CCAFL) Written Exams Thursday, 16 October 2025
Auslan Examination Thursday, 16 October 2025
VCE Written Exams Tuesday, 28 October โ€“ Wednesday, 19 November 2025

๐Ÿ“… When Do the VCE Exams Start?

The VCE 2025 external written examination period runs from Tuesday 28 October to Wednesday 19 November 2025.

The Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) releases the final timetable by mid-year. Hereโ€™s what you can expect based on the provisional outline:

๐Ÿงช 2025 VCE Exam Dates โ€“ Key Subjects

Date Subject Session
Wednesday, 29 October English / EAL Morning
Thursday, 30 October Psychology Afternoon
Friday, 31 October Further Mathematics Exam 1 Morning
Monday, 3 November Further Mathematics Exam 2 Morning
Tuesday, 4 November Business Management Afternoon
Wednesday, 5 November Chemistry Morning
Thursday, 6 November Specialist Maths Exam 1 Morning
Friday, 7 November Mathematical Methods Exam 1 Morning
Monday, 10 November Mathematical Methods Exam 2 Morning
Tuesday, 11 November Specialist Maths Exam 2 Morning
Wednesday, 12 November Physics Morning
Thursday, 13 November Legal Studies Afternoon
Monday, 17 November Accounting Morning
Wednesday, 19 November Biology Morning

๐Ÿ’ก Note: These are common VCE subjects โ€“ for the full timetable, always refer to the official VCAA site.

๐Ÿ“˜ How Important Are These Exams?

In most VCE subjects, your final exam contributes 50% of your study score, with the other half made up of School-Assessed Coursework (SACs). This means that a strong performance in your external exams can make a huge difference to your ATAR and future university options.

โœ… How to Prepare for VCE Success

At KIS Academics, our VCE tutors are high-achieving grads who understand how stressful this period can be โ€” and how to approach it strategically. Hereโ€™s how you can boost your preparation:

  • Get started early: Start revising content now so you have time for practice exams later.
  • Use the examinersโ€™ reports: These show how marks are awarded and where students typically lose marks.
  • Prioritise practice: The more practice exams you do under timed conditions, the better prepared youโ€™ll be.
  • Seek help where you need it: If you're struggling with a topic, get help early โ€” a few sessions with a tutor can make a big difference.

๐ŸŽฏ Ready to Smash the VCE Exams?

With the right study strategies, smart planning, and a bit of support, you can walk into your exams with confidence.

At KIS Academics, our tutors offer tailored support for VCE English, Maths Methods, Chemistry, Psychology, Legal Studies, and more โ€” whether you want weekly sessions or last-minute revision help.

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