Languages

About the Languages

Communication is a human imperative. Irrespective of which language is being used, communication involves interacting with others to convey meaning, imagination, creativity and a broad understanding of ourselves and others.

Language learning provides students with opportunities to engage with the linguistic and cultural diversity of the world and its peoples. It prompts students to reflect on their experience in various aspects of social life, including their own participation and ways of being in the world.

Learning one or more languages broadens students’ horizons in relation to their personal, social and cultural worlds. It can expand opportunities for employment in an increasingly interconnected world. The interdependence of countries and communities means people in all spheres of life are required to negotiate experiences and meanings across languages and cultures. While English has the status of a world language, when students develop bilingual or plurilingual capabilities they may expand their future opportunities in Australia and around the world.

The VCAA has published Version 2.0 of Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Modern Greek and Spanish.

The VCAA is reviewing the remaining Languages curriculums. Please see the familiarisation and implementation timeline for further information. The current versions of these Languages (Version 1.0) can be viewed on the Victorian Curriculum F–10 website.

Glossary

Download the glossary to support your understanding of the Languages curriculums.