JMSS Year 10 Entrance Exam
Prepare for the JMSS Year 10 entrance exam to join Australia's premier science school at the start of VCE.
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About the Exam
John Monash Science School (JMSS) accepts Year 10 students through a competitive Edutest entrance exam. Year 10 entry allows students to complete the full two-year VCE program at JMSS, benefiting from the school's partnership with Monash University, access to research labs, and specialist science teachers. The exam is five 30-minute tests: Mathematics, Numerical Reasoning, Science Reasoning, and two written science tasks (Science Interest & Communication and Science Analysis & Reporting). There is no reading comprehension or general writing test.
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How to Prepare for JMSS Year 10
JMSS values scientific thinking. Practise interpreting data, graphs, and experimental scenarios, not just textbook science facts.
The two written science tasks are half the science marks. Practise structuring evidence-based explanations, not creative writing.
Show genuine interest in STEM: the interview stage (if applicable) looks for passion for science and research beyond the classroom.
Time yourself strictly during practice: the Edutest format rewards students who can work efficiently under pressure.
Use Big Brain's sub-skill analytics to identify gaps in maths and science reasoning early in your preparation.
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Sit a full-length exam under real conditions, or prepare for the interview round.
Year 8 now, Year 9 in 2027
Online: John Monash Year 10 Entry Deep Dive Workshop
- Saturday 17 October 2026
- 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm AEDT
- Online (Google Meet)
Delivered by JT EducationYear 9 now, Year 10 in 2027
JMSS Year 11 Entry Mock, 14 November 2026
- Saturday 14 November 2026
- 10:00 am to 12:25 pm AEDT
- Monash University Clayton
Delivered by JT EducationYear 8 now, Year 9 in 2027
JMSS Year 10 Entry Mock, 14 November 2026
- Saturday 14 November 2026
- 10:00 am to 1:00 pm AEDT
- Monash University Clayton
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