The successful completion of SACE generally qualifies students for admission to universities throughout Australia.

Underpinning  SACE is the expectation that school-leavers will have:

• Achieved a certain level of Literacy and Numaracy
• Studied a broad range of subjects
• Developed skills and knowledge to successfully participate and contribute to  society
• Been equipped to undertake further tertiary studies or enter the work force

Students studying SACE usually undertake a course of chosen subjects over two years . Stage 1 (Year 11) and Stage 2 (Year 12).