The HSC Convention That May Be Past Its Use By Date The Higher School Certificate (HSC) in New South Wales has been a benchmark of academic excellence for decades.
Introduced in 1967, its three hour exam format remains unchanged despite the rapid evolution of technology and teaching methods. One major concern is the excessive length of these exams.
Some subjects require up to 15 hours of testing over several days, which can be detrimental to a student's performance and overall educational experience.