Scotch College academic scholarships are offered for students in Years 5, 7 and 9 in 2024 for entry into Years 7, 9 and 10 in 2026. The test type is AAS this year， and the test date is 26 October 2024.
考试日期 Test Date：
Saturday 26th October, 2024
考试类型 Test Type：AAS
申请截止 Application Close：
14/10/2024
考试地址 Test Venue:
Scotch College
如何申请 How to apply:
请注意：申请名额有限，一旦达到最大容量，申请将可能提前关闭。
Scholarship application numbers are limited. Once we have reached maximum capacity applications will close and this may be prior to Monday 14 October 2024.
Scotch奖学金希望招收的学生?
Scotch 希望看到学生能够利用有限的资源，在有效的时间内找到最佳解决方案。其奖学金考试题型丰富， 阅读看重深度理解和思考，比如人文哲学类，包括社会常见问题的关注，历史、政治、法律等等都有可能相应出现在考卷里。
AAS考试侧重人文+逻辑+速度（ACER和Edutest结合版）。既强调人文素养，也注重速度；要求思想有深度，知识面宽广。
The AAS focuses on both cultural literacy and test-taking speed, requiring not only deep analytical skills but also a broad range of knowledge.
AAS考试内容
抽象推理与问题解决
题目数量：大约60道选择题
时间限制：40 - 45分钟
每题时间：大约40 - 45秒
这一部分其实是对综合能力的测试。官方AAS网站上说“这个测试评估用语言、数学、图形和空间概念进行推理和分析的能力”，也就是说，题目可能涉及语言推理、数量推理和抽象推理。
Abstract Reasoning and Problem Solving
Number of Questions: Approximately 60 multiple-choice questions
Time Limit: 40 - 45 minutes
Time Per Question: About 40 - 45 seconds
This section to be a measure of general ability. According to the official AAS website, the test "assesses the ability to reason with and analyze information using verbal, mathematical, figural, and spatial concepts." This means that you can expect questions related to verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, and pure abstract reasoning.
书面表达
题目数量：一篇作文
时间限制：25分钟
写作体裁一般为议论文或记叙文，作文的独特性、思想深度、知识广度非常重要。
Written Expression
Number of Questions: One essay
Time Limit: 25 minutes
Typically an argumentative or narrative essay; originality, depth of thought, and breadth of knowledge are crucial.
阅读理解
题目数量：大约45道选择题
时间限制：40 - 45分钟
每题时间：大约53 - 60秒
学生需要阅读各种类型的材料，包括真实的访谈和文章，以及虚构的叙事故事。考试题目会根据这些文本来提问，不是简单地从文本中找出答案那么直接。
考试题目有难度，较难的题目会得分更高。这些难题主要包括：解释、逻辑推理等综合能力。
Reading Comprehension
Number of Questions: Approximately 45 multiple-choice questions
Time Limit: 40 - 45 minutes
Time Per Question: About 53 - 60 seconds
Students are asked to read or review a variety of media from non-fiction texts like interviews and articles to fiction texts like narratives. Students are asked to answer questions based on texts presented. This test isn’t straightforward where you look at the question and search through the text for the answer.
数学推理
题目数量：大约45道选择题
时间限制：40 - 45分钟
每题时间：大约53 - 60秒
根据AAS官网介绍，“对于小学生，这些测试包括与课程相关的数学题目和数学推理题目。高年级的测试则主要考察数学推理能力。这些题目不完全基于课程内容，而是侧重于问题解决技能。”
Mathematics Achievement and Reasoning
Number of Questions: Approximately 45 multiple-choice questions
Time Limit: 40 - 45 minutes
Time Per Question: About 53 - 60 seconds
According to the Academic Assessment Services website, “for primary and junior secondary students these tests assess curriculum-related mathematics tasks and mathematical reasoning tasks. Middle and senior secondary students are assessed on mathematics reasoning tasks.
通过寻求教育专家或经验丰富的导师提供针对性的考试冲刺指导，以确保在答题质量与解题速度等方面获得系统性、专业化、有针对性的训练Tailored Professional Tutoring: By seeking guidance from educational experts or experienced tutors who offer targeted exam-preparation strategies, students can ensure systematic and specialised training in aspects like answer quality and problem-solving.
Qs September Holiday Program：AAS Trial Test
课程根据Scotch 奖学金考试最新要求专业定制，为学生们考试冲刺提供强有力的支持！
模拟考试，熟悉考试类型；
老师讲解，及时答疑解惑；
Qs网校大数据分析，动态调整学习战略；
网校错题集，课堂后集中精力训练需加强内容
Customised Curriculum Aligned with Latest Exam Requirements: The course is professionally tailored to the latest Scotch scholarship exam requirements, taking into account the characteristics of the AAS exam and Scotch's admissions criteria, providing robust support for students' exam preparations.
Trial tests to familiarise students with the exam format; Instructor-led explanations to address queries and clarify doubts; Dynamic learning strategies adjusted by Qs Online School's big data analytics; Incorrect Question Review to focus on areas that need strengthening post-class.
Qs September Holiday Special Writing Course: Utilising curriculum designed to meet A+ scholarship standards, taught by experienced writing instructors. The course emphasises the cultivation of students' deep understanding and critical thinking skills, providing a boost for students' last-minute exam preparations and rapid improvements.
1. 生活规律，并确保充足的睡眠。
2. 尽量保持放松，做必要的准备，劳逸结合。
3. 合理制定学习计划，合理分配时间，集中精力重点突破。
4. 寻求适当的辅导或学习资源，以提高准备效率和学习质量。
5. 培养良好的学习习惯和应对压力的心理素质：比如积极的学习氛围，相互支持和鼓励。家长引导孩子关注准备的过程而非结果，不施加不必要的压力，以避免产生焦虑而影响到考试成绩。您的支持对孩子至关重要。
九月假期班和 Term 4 报名仅余少量位置，请尽快联系各校区咨询及报名。Enrollments for the September Holiday Program and Term 4 are currently open and filling up fast. Please contact your nearest campus for any enquiries and registration to secure your spot as soon as possible.
