India set to introduce western Australian curriculum in 100 schools across nation
The Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), a senior secondary curriculum from the Government of Western Australia, is set to be introduced in 100 partner schools in India in the next three years. The global curriculum is already established in countries like Singapore, China, Japan, and Malaysia.The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has officially granted equivalence to WACE, a senior secondary curriculum from the Government of Western Australia. This move allows WACE to be formally introduced in India, making it the first international government-backed school board to launch in the country.advertisementAccording to a press release, each student will receive a unique ID number from the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) -- the official body that manages WACE -- and all certificates will be issued directly by the Government of Western Australia.
With AIU's recognition, students completing WACE in India will now also be eligible for admissions to Indian universities with Class 12 equivalence.The curriculum is designed to encourage competency-based and inquiry-led learning, moving away from rote memorisation. It focuses on building critical thinking, creativity, and the practical application of knowledge.GLOBAL CURRICULUM, RECOGNISED CREDENTIALS, AND ELIGIBILITYWACE also reflects the goals of India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, especially in promoting holistic and formative assessments. Students will be evaluated through projects, school-based assessments, and moderated grading instead of only traditional exams.advertisementOne of the key highlights is that students in WACE-affiliated schools will also receive the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) -- a globally recognised university entrance score. This score is accepted by universities across Australia, the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Asia.The WACE programme provides a complete K-12 education pathway, from early years to senior secondary level.This launch is expected to bring global learning standards to Indian classrooms, opening up international academic opportunities while aligning with India's vision for modern, inclusive education.Currently, International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and French Baccalaureate (FB) are some of the foreign boards that provide curriculums as well as testing in India.
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