How many students took the HSC exam in 2009?

69,261 students

69,261 students in the 12th Grade took the Higher School Certificate (HSC) exam in 2009. Only senior level high school students (11th and 12th Grades) in New South Wales, Australia take the exam and those who passed are awarded the HSC credential. This certificate allows them to take some board developed courses, which can prepare them for entry into a university.