Claude Monet · Water Lilies, 1906
Summer Intensive
Summer classes in English, Literature, Physics and Chemistry.
English
For Junior students in Years 8–10 and VCE students in Units 1 & 2 and 3 & 4.
Coordinated by Daniel Phuoc Wilson and Harneesh Kaur.
Taught by Rebecca Jones and Lily West.
Johannes Vermeer · A Lady Writing, c. 1665
Weekly classes
One 120-minute lecture for VCE students
Critical theory and frameworks for each Area of Study.
One 60-minute tutorial
Close analysis, essay writing and analytical paragraphs.
One 30-minute consultation for VCE students
A smaller, more personal session that tracks each student’s individual growth. We do our best to make these one-on-one.
The lecture and tutorial are group classes. Junior students attend two 60-minute classes each week, without a consultation.
Syllabus
The program follows the English syllabus.
Every student is strongly advised to read through it before classes begin.
Fees
$500 AUD
For the whole program, 16 November – 24 January, at every year level.
Plus a one-time $50 enrolment fee, which covers resources and the Prose LMS.
Scholarships
Up to two scholarships across VCE English and VCE Literature.
Free tuition for February–November 2027, valued at $1,350+.
The highest-scoring students are considered, with a minimum overall program grade of 65/100.
FAQ: English
What should I prepare before class?
The lesson plan and support materials are posted in the Prose LMS before each lecture. Work through them before class so you are ready to engage with the critical theory and frameworks introduced in the lecture.
Tutorials apply that content through close analysis and essay writing. You will practise bringing theoretical ideas into textual analysis and developing analytical paragraphs.
How much independent study is expected?
This is an intensive course, with at most three weeks for each Area of Study. Students need a consistent study schedule outside class and sustained independent work alongside the weekly lecture and tutorial.
The program is particularly suited to students who want to begin the school year with theoretical and conceptual foundations for critical thinking. It develops habits of interpretation and argument that support high-level study throughout the year.
How are the texts chosen?
We choose texts that broaden students’ literary horizons and introduce unfamiliar forms, traditions and ideas. The aim is to widen how students think about Literature and Media.
Sustained work with challenging material helps students become more receptive, independent and ambitious readers.
Do you go over the texts we’ll study at school?
Yes. Your school texts are covered in the consultations, where staff set additional work on them alongside your work on the summer program’s texts.
Why do you cover external texts?
Our philosophy is that Literary Studies teaches the skill of reading analytically. Other tutoring services may simply provide analysis for students to copy into their SACs and exams.
The summer program builds the analytical foundations for robust literary analysis. It does this through external texts, chosen strategically to develop each student’s critical attunement to literary studies.
Does enrolling in the Summer Intensive guarantee me a place in your year-long classes?
Yes! You’re guaranteed a place, regardless of your school, your texts or any other factor that might otherwise lead us to decline an expression of interest for our year-long classes.
Is the enrolment fee per subject?
Yes. The one-time $50 enrolment fee applies to each subject you enrol in, and the Summer Intensive counts on its own. For example, English and Physics would be $100 in enrolment fees, as would the Summer Intensive and English during the year.
Enrol in the summer program
Request a place : EnglishLiterature
For Junior students in Years 8–10 and VCE students in Units 1 & 2 and 3 & 4.
Coordinated by Daniel Phuoc Wilson.
Taught by Rebecca Jones and Lily West.
Jean-Honoré Fragonard · Young Girl Reading, c. 1769
Weekly classes
One 120-minute lecture for VCE students
Critical theory and frameworks for each Area of Study.
One 60-minute tutorial
Close analysis, essay writing and analytical paragraphs.
One 30-minute consultation for VCE students
A smaller, more personal session that tracks each student’s individual growth. We do our best to make these one-on-one.
The lecture and tutorial are group classes. Junior students attend two 60-minute classes each week, without a consultation.
Syllabus
The program follows the Literature syllabus.
Every student is strongly advised to read through it before classes begin.
Fees
$500 AUD
For the whole program, 16 November – 24 January, at every year level.
Plus a one-time $50 enrolment fee, which covers resources and the Prose LMS.
Scholarships
Up to two scholarships across VCE English and VCE Literature.
Free tuition for February–November 2027, valued at $1,350+.
The highest-scoring students are considered, with a minimum overall program grade of 65/100.
FAQ: Literature
What should I prepare before class?
The lesson plan and support materials are posted in the Prose LMS before each lecture. Work through them before class so you are ready to engage with the critical theory and frameworks introduced in the lecture.
Tutorials apply that content through close analysis and essay writing. You will practise bringing theoretical ideas into textual analysis and developing analytical paragraphs.
How much independent study is expected?
This is an intensive course, with at most three weeks for each Area of Study. Students need a consistent study schedule outside class and sustained independent work alongside the weekly lecture and tutorial.
The program is particularly suited to students who want to begin the school year with theoretical and conceptual foundations for critical thinking. It develops habits of interpretation and argument that support high-level study throughout the year.
How are the texts chosen?
We choose texts that broaden students’ literary horizons and introduce unfamiliar forms, traditions and ideas. The aim is to widen how students think about Literature and Media.
Sustained work with challenging material helps students become more receptive, independent and ambitious readers.
Do you go over the texts we’ll study at school?
Yes. Your school texts are covered in the consultations, where staff set additional work on them alongside your work on the summer program’s texts.
Why do you cover external texts?
Our philosophy is that Literary Studies teaches the skill of reading analytically. Other tutoring services may simply provide analysis for students to copy into their SACs and exams.
The summer program builds the analytical foundations for robust literary analysis. It does this through external texts, chosen strategically to develop each student’s critical attunement to literary studies.
Does enrolling in the Summer Intensive guarantee me a place in your year-long classes?
Yes! You’re guaranteed a place, regardless of your school, your texts or any other factor that might otherwise lead us to decline an expression of interest for our year-long classes.
Is the enrolment fee per subject?
Yes. The one-time $50 enrolment fee applies to each subject you enrol in, and the Summer Intensive counts on its own. For example, English and Physics would be $100 in enrolment fees, as would the Summer Intensive and English during the year.
Enrol in the summer program
Request a place : LiteraturePhysics
Unit 3 Physics classes throughout December. Four weeks, with up to 10 students per class.
Coordinated by Matt Aidt.
Joseph Wright of Derby · A Philosopher Lecturing on the Orrery, c. 1766
Weekly classes
Two 60-minute lectures
Theory and Unit 3 content.
One 60-minute workshop
VCAA exam-style problems.
Class times are arranged around student availability.
Fees
Approx. $270 AUD
$22.50 per hour. Includes 12 hours of teaching, materials and recordings.
Plus a one-time $50 enrolment fee, which covers resources and the Prose LMS.
After December
No Physics classes from January to May.
Classes resume June–November, revising Unit 3 and teaching Unit 4.
Summer students have a guaranteed place in Physics in June, with no obligation to return.
FAQ: Physics
Who is this program for?
The Physics Summer Intensive is a selective four-week program offering efficient, technically advanced coverage of Unit 3. It is designed for students aiming for a 45+ study score.
Students ready for a challenge are warmly welcome to apply, including those who want to try the subject or experience tutoring at Prose.
What materials are included?
The fee includes three hours of lessons each week, original Prose-made problems, topic tests, exams and class recordings. Recordings are available to enrolled students.
The two content lectures focus primarily on theory. The weekly problem workshop works through VCAA exam-style problems. Class times are arranged around the group’s collective availability.
Why are classes paused until June?
Matt Aidt, the Physics and Chemistry tutor, will be studying Physics at UC Berkeley. Prose will not run Physics or Chemistry classes from January to May.
Standard classes run from June to November, allowing time to revise Unit 3 and teach Unit 4. Entry is expected to be competitive; summer enrolment guarantees a place in your respective subject when classes resume in June.
During the break, you may explore other tutoring options or choose not to have tutoring. You have no obligation to return to Prose.
Does enrolling in the Summer Intensive guarantee me a place in your year-long classes?
Yes! You’re guaranteed a place, regardless of your school, your texts or any other factor that might otherwise lead us to decline an expression of interest for our year-long classes.
Is the enrolment fee per subject?
Yes. The one-time $50 enrolment fee applies to each subject you enrol in, and the Summer Intensive counts on its own. For example, English and Physics would be $100 in enrolment fees, as would the Summer Intensive and English during the year.
Enrol in the summer program
Request a place : PhysicsChemistry
Unit 3 Chemistry classes throughout December. Four weeks, with up to 10 students per class.
Coordinated by Matt Aidt.
Jacques-Louis David · Antoine-Laurent Lavoisier and His Wife (Marie-Anne Pierrette Paulze), 1788
Weekly classes
Two 60-minute lectures
Theory and Unit 3 content.
One 60-minute workshop
VCAA exam-style problems.
Class times are arranged around student availability.
Fees
Approx. $270 AUD
$22.50 per hour. Includes 12 hours of teaching, materials and recordings.
Plus a one-time $50 enrolment fee, which covers resources and the Prose LMS.
After December
No Chemistry classes from January to May.
Classes resume June–November, revising Unit 3 and teaching Unit 4.
Summer students have a guaranteed place in Chemistry in June, with no obligation to return.
FAQ: Chemistry
Who is this program for?
The Chemistry Summer Intensive is a selective four-week program offering efficient, technically advanced coverage of Unit 3. It is designed for students aiming for a 45+ study score.
Students ready for a challenge are warmly welcome to apply, including those who want to try the subject or experience tutoring at Prose.
What materials are included?
The fee includes three hours of lessons each week, original Prose-made problems, topic tests, exams and class recordings. Recordings are available to enrolled students.
The two content lectures focus primarily on theory. The weekly problem workshop works through VCAA exam-style problems. Class times are arranged around the group’s collective availability.
Why are classes paused until June?
Matt Aidt, the Physics and Chemistry tutor, will be studying Physics at UC Berkeley. Prose will not run Physics or Chemistry classes from January to May.
Standard classes run from June to November, allowing time to revise Unit 3 and teach Unit 4. Entry is expected to be competitive; summer enrolment guarantees a place in your respective subject when classes resume in June.
During the break, you may explore other tutoring options or choose not to have tutoring. You have no obligation to return to Prose.
Does enrolling in the Summer Intensive guarantee me a place in your year-long classes?
Yes! You’re guaranteed a place, regardless of your school, your texts or any other factor that might otherwise lead us to decline an expression of interest for our year-long classes.
Is the enrolment fee per subject?
Yes. The one-time $50 enrolment fee applies to each subject you enrol in, and the Summer Intensive counts on its own. For example, English and Physics would be $100 in enrolment fees, as would the Summer Intensive and English during the year.