The Auslan (continuers) examination consists of two assessments: an interactive sign examination and a sign comprehension and sign production examination that are  assessed externally. 

The examination consists of two assessments: an interactive sign examination, and a sign comprehension and sign production examination 

Interactive sign examination
The interactive sign examination takes approximately 15 minutes and has two sections: 

• Section 1: Conversation and Discussion (approximately 7 minutes) 
• Section 2: Presentation and Response (approximately 8 minutes). 

Sign comprehension and sign production examination
Students undertake one sign comprehension and sign production examination, which has two sections: 

• Section 1: Watching and Responding to Informal Signed Texts 
• Section 2: Watching and Responding to Formal Signed Texts. 

The length of the sign comprehension and sign production examination is 2 hours, plus 10 minutes' viewing or reading time. Instructions for students are on a DVD in Auslan and written in English. 

Refer to the subject outline for details of the examination requirements. 

The timetable for continuers examinations will be published during June.  

There are many ways to prepare for an exam. Resources specifically for Auslan (continuers) are available below.