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126 April 2019 | 7:00 p.m.
2020 Sec 3 Exp
Subject Combinations
2
2019 Programme (Exp)
Time Activity Personnel
7.00pm-
7.30pm
Welcome & Overview
Post-Secondary
Education
Mrs Quek Li Gek,
Principal
7.30pm-
8.30pm
Mathematics Ms Kok Lai Fong,
HOD Maths
Science Ms Chee Vivien,
HOD Science
Humanities Mrs Vijay Neeraja,
HOD Humanities
Aesthetics Mr Ng Eng Kee,
HOD Aesthetics
8.30pm-
8.50pm
Q & A Principal, VP & IP HODs
Welcome & Overview
Mrs Quek Li GekPrincipal
Purpose of this Briefing
• Provide information on the Sec 2 subjects
allocation process, criteria, Sec 3 subject
combinations
• Understand the Post-Sec Courses
• Help parents and PL-Lites to make an informed
decision
• Provide an avenue for dialogue & clarification
before exercising option in Oct 2019
How Subject Combinations are derived
Combinations are reviewed annually and
modified based on
• Available Staff or Physical Resources
• Requirements for A-level and polytechnic courses
• Observations on the strengths and aptitudes of
students
• O-Level performance of previous batches
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Timeline @ a Glance
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Apr 2019
Sec 3 Combination 1st Briefing
Oct 2019
Submit Options Forms using Overall
Marks
Oct-Nov 2019
Notification of Streaming Outcomes
Oct 2019Sec 3
Combination
Options 2nd
Briefing
Mid
Year
CT
EOY
Exams
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Option 1 Option 2 Option 3
Compulsory
Subjects
(4 Subjects)
English Language
Mother Tongue/Higher Mother Tongue
Mathematics
Additional Mathematics
Pure Science
(3 or 2 Subjects)
Pure Physics
Pure Chemistry
Pure Biology
Pure Physics
Pure Chemistry
Pure Biology
Pure Chemistry
Humanities and
Other subjects
(1 or 2 Subjects)
1.1
CH(Social Studies &
Elective Geography)
2.1 / 3.1
Pure Geography
CH (SS & Elective Literature)
Or
2.2 / 3.2
Pure Literature
CH (SS & Elective Geography)
Or
2.3 / 3.3
Pure Literature
CH (SS & Elective History)
8 subjects 8 subjects 8 subjects
Sec 3 Express Courses
Eligibility Criteria
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To be eligible for Option 1, students must
obtain a minimum of 70% for English Language,
Science and Mathematics. In addition, the
overall average must be 70% and above.
To be eligible for Options 2 and 3, students
must obtain a minimum of 65% for English
Language, Science and Mathematics. In
addition, the overall average must be 65% and
above.
Sec 3 Express Courses
Option 4 Option 5
Compulsory
Subjects
English Language
Mother Tongue/Higher Mother Tongue
Mathematics
Combined
Science
Combined Science
(Physics, Chemistry)
Combined Science
(Biology, Chemistry)
Humanities
and Other
subjects
(3 Subjects)
4.1 /
5.1 Pure Lit + Combined Hum (SS & Elective Geog)
POA/ A Maths
4.2 /
5.2
Pure Geog + Combined Hum ( SS & Elective Lit)
POA/ A Maths
4.3 /
5.3
Pure Lit + Combined Hum (SS & Elective Geog)
F&N/ A Maths
4.4 /
5.4
Pure Geog + Combined Hum (SS & Elective Lit)
F&N/ A Maths
7 Subjects 7 Subjects
Eligibility Criteria
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There are only 20 vacancies for Food & Nutrition.
There must be 20 or more students choosing Art
or Music or Food & Nutrition before the school will
consider opening the class.
A Maths is a replacement subject for POA and F&N
for Options 4&5 (Criteria: at least 60% Overall Sec 2
Maths)
Need to seek approval if students wish to exceed
the max number of subjects stated in any of the
options- subjected to approval
Additional Subjects
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Higher Mother Tongue - obtain a min of 50%
for overall HCL/HTL at Sec 2.
Art & Music - additional subjects and will be
conducted in the afternoon and can be taken
with any combination.
Art - obtain a min of 65% for overall Sec 2 Art.
Music - obtain Grade 4 for both Theory and
Practical (any instruments including singing)
by 31 Dec 2019.
Subject Combi Allocation
Principles
Are the options offered to us the final Sec 3
combinations that will be open for the Final
Option Exercise in October?
• These options were planned from the
information gathered in the Humanities
Subject Briefing in March as well as from
updates in the education landscape.
• Any changes, if at all, made will be minimal for
the Final Option Exercise in October.
How many subjects are the students expected to take?
Is it dependent on the results?
At Secondary 3, will the subject combinations affect what
they study in the Junior College, university and their
career choice?
• Students generally take 7-8 subjects.
• Students’ results are a key consideration to
allocating students into the different classes.
• The subject combination does reflect the
interest and aptitude of the students in the
various subjects. Hence, when they move into
their post secondary education, they will likely
pursue similar subjects.
Is there an option to change Subject combination
in Sec 3 or after Sec 3?
• Not advisable as the runway to ‘N’/ ‘O’
level examination is very short.
What are Parents’ Roles?
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SkillsFuture - Why Passion & Interests?
Know Your child
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Science Arts
Healthcare
Health Sciences
Applied Sciences
Engineering
Statistician
Aerospace
InfoTech etc.
Law
Psychology
Hospitality
Early Childhood
Social Sciences
Media & Design
Business and Finance etc.
Sec 3 Subject Combinations in PL(Sec)
Explore the Pathways
Post-Sec Scholarships
http://plmgss.moe.edu.sg/programme/useful-resources/post-secondary-scholarships
• MOE Pre-University Scholarship
• MOE Humanities Scholarship
• Art Elective Scholarship
• Language Elective Scholarships
• Music Elective Scholarship
• Regional Studies Prog Scholarship
DSTA Scholarship
• Cluster Sponsorship - Nursing (Dip)
• Polytechnic Foundation Programme
(PFP) Profession – Nursing
• Sailors' Society - MaritimeONE
Scholarship (SMA-SP)
• BCA-Industry Built Environment
Diploma Scholarship / Sponsorship
• Scholarships Offered by Polytechnics
• Scholarships Offered by Lasalle and
NaFa
• Community Development Council
& Citizen's Consultative
Committee-Institute of Technical
Education (CDC & CCC-ITE)
Scholarship
• BCA-Industry Built Environment
ITE Scholarship
• Nursing Sponsorship for NITEC in
Nursing
• SingHealth Nursing Sponsorship
(NITEC)
• Singapore Olympic Foundation-
Peter Lim Sports Scholarship
• Industry Scholarships For ITE
Courses
Exp / NA NT
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Science ArtsPre-U Scholarships
Humanities Scholarship
Art/Music Elective Scholarship
Languages Scholarship
Regional Studies Programme Scholarship
Sec 3 Subject Combinations in PL(Sec)
Pre-U Scholarships
Healthcare Scholarship
A*Star Scholarship
Singapore Industry
Scholarship
DSTA Scholarship
Provide Opportunities to
explore experiences
Sec 3 Work Shadowing
Programme (WSP)
GCE O-Level Exam
JC
University Degrees
Secondary 3/4
Polytechnic
GCE N-Level Exam
ITE
Sec 5
Explore the Pathways
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MOE Special AwardsThe LKY Awards
Name Class MOE Special Awards
Rachel Destinee Lee
@ Lee Sihui4E1
2007 Lee Kuan Yew Award for All-
Round Excellence
Chong Cheryl 4E12010 Lee Kuan Yew Award for
Outstanding Normal Course
Mavis Saw Kai Lin 4D12014 Lee Kuan Yew Award for
Outstanding Normal Course
Saraniya D/O
Panichelvam4D1
2016 Lee Kuan Yew Award for
Outstanding Normal Course
Hannah Quek 4A12017 Lee Kuan Yew Award for All-
Round Excellence
Ling Yin 4A12018 Lee Kuan Yew Award for All-
Round Excellence
Post Secondary Education
Options after the
‘O’ Levels
What are the choices available to your children after theyGRADUATE FROM SECONDARY SCHOOL?
‘A’ Level Curriculum
The ‘A’ Level curriculum is aimed at preparing
students well for the rapidly changing world of
the 21st century.
It emphasizes:
1. More Breadth, More Options
2. More Focus on Thinking and
Communication Skills
3. A Holistic Education
Post-Sec Pathways
Junior College & Millennia Institute
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JAE Course Type Aggregate Requirement
Junior Colleges
(2 years)
English/
Higher MT L1
5 Relevant
Subjects (R5)
Less than or
equal to 20Centralised
Institute
(3 years)
English/
Higher MT L1
4 Relevant
Subjects (R4)
Polytechnic
Courses (3 years)
English 2 Relevant
Subjects &
2 Best
Subjects
≤ 26 pts
ITE Courses English 1 Relevant
Subject
3 Best Subjects
Aggregate Requirements to
JC/CI/Poly/ITE
Admission Criteria
to JCL1 EL/HMT
R5 1 – Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music
2 – Math / Science
3 – Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music /
Math/ Science
4
5
Any GCE ‘O’ Level Subjects
(except CCA)
L1R5
Subject Requirement
English Language A1 to C6
Mother Tongue Language
OR Higher MTL
OR Mother Tongue ‘B’ Syllabus
A1 to D7
A1 to E8
Merit or Pass
Mathematics
OR Additional Mathematics
A1 to D7
A1 to D7
Subject Requirements
FACTS or MYTHS
Taking more subjects is safer?
Biology is needed if I want to be a
doctor?
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Polytechnics
1. Applied & Health Sciences
2. Business & Management &
Humanities
3. Media & Design
4. Built Environment,
Engineering & Maritime
5. Information & Digital
Technologies
5 key Clusters In
University Course
Admission Criteria
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University Course
Admission Criteria
2019 Teacher-Meet-Parents cum
ECG Post-Sec Education Fair
Date: 30 May 2019 (Thurs)
Time: TMP (All) (8 am - 5 pm)
PSEI Fair (9am - 12pm)
Venue: Canteen, AVA, Shaw Hall
Institutions: JCs, Polys - RP, SP, NYP, TP, NP,
ITE, Lasalle, NAFA
Mathematics Subjects
Ms Kok Lai FongHOD Mathematics
O-Level Mathematics
Objectives
• Develop thinking, reasoning,
communication, application and
metacognitive skills through a mathematical
approach to problem-solving
• connect ideas within mathematics and
between mathematics and other subjects
through applications of mathematics
Content Structure
Mathematics
Topics
Numbers & Algebra
Geometry & Measurement
Statistics & Probability
(This information from SEAB is accurate as of April 2018)
Mathematics (4048)
Paper Marks Weighting Duration
1 • About 25 Short
questions.
• Answer fully on Qn
Paper
80
marks
50% 2 hours
2 • About 10 to 11
questions
• Answer ALL questions
• Last qn will focus on
applying Mathematics
to a real-world
scenario
100
marks
50% 2.5 hours
Structure of Paper
Source: JAE 2019
‘O’ Level
Mathematics
&
‘O’ Level
Additional
Mathematics
‘A’ Level
H2 Mathematics
From ‘O’ Level to ‘A’ Level
‘O’ Level
Mathematics
‘A’ Level
H1 Mathematics
From ‘O’ Level to Polytechnic
‘O’ LevelMathematics /
Additional
Mathematics
Polytechnic Courses
Applied Sciences
Business & Management
Engineering
Health Sciences
Humanities
Information & Digital
Technologies
Media & Design
Maritime Studies etc.
Mathematics
• Water Engineer
• Solar Energy Systems Engineer
• Baker
• Food Scientist
• Computer Game Programmer
• Aerospace Engineer
• Accountant
• Data Miner
• Meteorologist
• Reclamation Specialist
• Nanotechnologist
• Banking and Investment Manager
• Demographer
• Human Resources Professional
• Infection Control Professional
• Administrative Assistant Alternative
Energy Technologist
• Purchasing Agent
• Property Manager
• Industrial Engineer
• Electrician
• Rig Technician
• Research Officer
Key Facts – Mathematics• Compulsory subject for GCE ‘O’ Level Exam
• Admission to Post-Secondary Institutions
JC / MI: Minimum grade of D7
Polytechnic: Minimum grade of C6 for most courses
ITE Higher Nitec Courses: Minimum grade of D7 for
most courses
• Conditional Admission to JC / MI
Re-take GCE ‘O’ Level Math in JC1 Failure to
obtain minimum grade of D7 Transfer to MI
Re-take GCE ‘O’ Level Math in MI1 and MI2
Failure to obtain minimum grade of D7 Leave MI
Content Structure
Topics
MathematicsAdditional
Mathematics
Numbers & Algebra Algebra
Geometry & Measurement Geometry & Trigonometry
Statistics & Probability Calculus
(This information from SEAB is accurate as of April 2018)
Key Facts – Additional Mathematics
Additional Mathematics (4047)
Paper Marks Weighting Duration
1 • About 11 to 13
questions
• Answer ALL
questions
80
marks
44%2 hours
2 • About 9 to 11
questions
• Answer ALL
questions100
marks
56% 2.5 hours
Structure of Paper
Key Facts – Additional Mathematics
• Qualifying criterion: Overall mark of 60% for Sec 2
Math
• Strong foundation in Algebra is helpful
• Admission to JC / MI Not a compulsory subject for computation of L1R5
(JC) / L1R4 (MI)
Not a requisite subject to offer Mathematics H1
• Admission to Polytechnic Not a compulsory subject for computation of
ELR2B2
Content Structure
Principles of Accounts
Topics
The Roles of Accounting
The Accounting Information System
Elements of the Financial Statements
The Financial Statements
Business Entities
Financial Statements Analysis(This information from SEAB is accurate as of April 2018)
Principles of Accounts (7175)
Paper Marks Weighting Duration
1 • About 3 to 4 structured
questions 40
marks
40% 1 hour
2 Section A (48 marks)
•Answer 3 structured
questions
•One question on the
preparation of financial
statement (20 marks)
Section B (12 marks)
Answer 1 qn out of 2
60
marks
60%
2 hours
Structure of Paper
Key Facts – Principles of Accounts
(POA)
• Qualifying criterion: Overall mark of 50% for Sec 2
Math
• Requires an appreciation and aptitude for numbers
and theories – a combination of Math and Science
• Sharpens one’s logical and critical thinking –skills that will be useful in future even if one does not
major in business-related courses
• Not an easy alternative as compared to Additional
Math
Key Facts – Principles of Accounts
(POA)
• Equips one with foundational commercial
understanding for post-secondary courses as follows:
Principles of
Accounts
• Accountant
• Banking and Investment Manager
• Administrative Assistant
• Purchasing Agent
• Property Manager
Science Subjects
Ms Vivien Chee
HOD Science
Science Subject Combinations for 2020
Triple Science
Combination:
Pure Physics
Pure Chemistry
Pure Biology
Double Science
Combination:
Pure Chemistry
Pure Biology
Double Science
Combination:
Pure Physics
Pure Chemistry
Combined Science
Combination:
Science Chem
Science Biology
Combined Science
Combination:
Science Physics
Science Chem
Science: refer to hand-out
Structure of PaperPure Sciences
(Chemistry/Physics/Biology)
Combined Science
Eg. (Sc (Bio/Chem)
Paper Marks Weighting Paper Marks Weighting
1 40 MCQ 30% 1 40 MCQ 20%
2 A: Structured
Questions
B: Free
Response
Questions
50% 3
4
A: Structured
Questions
B: Free
Response
Questions
32.5% for
each
subject (ie
Bio and
Chem)
65% in total
3 Science
Practical
Assessment
20% 5 Science
Practical
Exam
15%
Science: refer to hand-out
Comparison of Assessment Weighting
Syllabus
2020 Syllabus
Knowledge with
Understanding
(Recall)
Handling Information
& Solving Problems
(Higher Order
Thinking Questions)
O Level Pure Sciences45 % 55 %
O Level Combined Sc
Science (Chem/Bio)
Science(Phy/Chem)50 % 50 %
Comparison between Pure Sciences &
Combined Sciences
Pure Sciences Combined Sciences
Topics More topics Fewer topics
Level of difficulty
High & Challenging
With Depth & Breath
Moderate
Practical 1 Practical Exam taken at 1 seating
(Revised since 2017)
1 Practical Exam taken at 1 seating
O-Level Practical Assessment for
Pure Sciences
Skill Set Weighting
MMO Manipulation,
Measurement and
Observation85%
PDO Presentation of
Data and
Observation
ACE Analysis,
Conclusions and
Evaluation
P Planning 15%
Paper 3
Total marks: 40 marks,
20% of Examination
Duration: 1h 50 min
Revised
www.moe.gov.sg/admissions/joint-admissions-exercise
• Various courses in JCs,
Polys and ITEs
• Application
• Eligibility Criteria
• Cut off points
• Profiles of institutions
JC Arts Science JC Arts Science
Anderson
Serangoon
12 12 Tampines
Meridian
13 14
Anglo Chinese 10 9 National 9 8
ACS(I) - 6 Raffles 5 5
St Joseph’s - 8 Nanyang 8 7
Catholic 14 15 St Andrew’s 12 11
Eunoia 11 10 Temasek 11 10
Hwa Chong 5 5 Victoria 8 6
Jurong Pioneer 17 14 Yishun
Innova
20 20
2018 JC Cut-off
Biology
Sc(Chem/Bio)
Biology H3 Biology H2
Sc(Chem/Bio)Sc(Phy/Chem)
Chemistry Chemistry H3Chemistry H2
Physics H3Physics H2
Sc(Phy/Chem)
Physics
PLMGSS Science subject 2020 JC Science Subjects
Source: JAE 2019
Biology H1
Chemistry H1
Physics H1
Some Science related University courses & minimum
H2 subject requirement (updated as of Sept 2017)
X- Pre-requisite
A- Alternative subjects (only 1 required)
Course MA BI CH PH
Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (NTU) X X
Chem Engineering (NUS) X X X
Chemistry & Biological Chemistry (NTU) A1 X A2
Dentistry (NUS) A1 X A2
Engineering (common) (NUS) X A1 A2
Environmental Engineering (NUS) X X X
Food Science & Technology (NUS) A2 X X A1
Life Sciences (NUS) A1 X X A2
Medicine (NUS & NTU) A1 X A2
Pharmacy (NUS) A1 A2 X A3
Physics & Applied Physics (NTU & NUS) X X
A: Humanities
B: Business & Managemt
C: (Sciences)
D: Media & Design
BiologyChemistry
PhysicsSc(Phy/Chem)Sc(Chem/Bio)
Min Requirement: Grade 1-6
Engineering
Health SciencesInformation &
Digital Technologies
Media and Design
Built Environment
MaritimeStudies
Applied Sciences
Polytechnic courses (ELR2B2-C) & (ELR2B2-D)
Require SCIENCE as relevant subject
Source : JAE 2019
Chemistry• Veterinary Technician
• Baker
• Food Scientist
• Dental Hygienist
• Mental Health Counsellor
• Nanotechnologist
• Infection Control Professional
• Alternative Energy Technologist
• Cytotechnologist
• Industrial Engineer
• Rig Technician
• Veterinary Technician
• Food Scientist
• Dental Hygienist
• Mental Health Counsellor
• Meteorologist
• Personal Trainer
• Occupational Therapist
• Acupuncturist
• Early Childhood Educator
• Infection Control Professional
• Cytotechnologist
• Healthcare Aide
Biology
Physics
• Water Engineer
• Solar Energy Systems Engineer
• Aerospace Engineer
• Aircraft Mechanic
• Reclamation Specialist
• Set Designer
• Nanotechnologist
• Alternative Energy Technologist
• Industrial Engineer
Humanities Subjects
Mrs Neera VijayHOD Humanities
2 Humanities subjects (‘O’ Level)
Compulsory Humanities
Subject
Humanities
Social Studies +
(Literature / Geography
/ History)
2nd Humanities subject
Pure Geography
Pure Literature
1st Humanities Subject:
Humanities (‘O’ Level)
50%
Social Studies
(compulsory)
50%
Geography
History
Literature
Humanities
(compulsory)
2nd Humanities Subject
(‘O’ Level)First Humanities Subject
(compulsory)
Second Humanities
Subject
Social Studies
(compulsory)
Geography Pure Literature
History Pure Literature
Literature Pure Geography
‘O’ Level Social Studies
• Prepare students to be citizens of tomorrow
by helping them to better understand the
interconnectedness of Singapore and the
world they live in.
• Issue 1: Exploring Citizenship and Governance
• Issue 2: Living in a Diverse Society
• Issue 3: Being Part of a Globalised World
‘O’ Level Geography
(Elective) Geography Pure Geography
1. Weather and Climate
2. Tourism (GI)
3. Tectonic Hazards
4. Geography of Food
1. Weather and Climate
2. Tourism (GI)
3. Tectonic Hazards
4. Geography of Food
5. Coasts
6. Health and Disease
‘O’ Level Literature
(Elective) Literature Pure Literature
Paper 1:
Set text (Novel)
Unseen Poetry
Paper 1:
Set text (Novel)
Unseen Poetry
Paper 2:
Drama
‘O’ Level Historyfor Express stream
(Elective) History
• Source-based
questions
• Structured essay
questions
20th Century History
1. Bi- Polarity and The Cold War
How did the Cold War impact the world
order in the post-1945 years?
2. The World in Crisis
What forces and developments changed
Europe and the Asia-Pacific in the first
half of the 20th century?
L1R5 – Must include ONE of the
Humanities
Compulsory
Humanities Subject
2nd Humanities subject
Combined Humanities
Pure Geography
Pure Literature
From ‘O’ Level to ‘A’ Level
‘O’ Level
Humanities
Pure Geography
Pure Literature
‘A’ Level (H1/H2/H3)
Geography
History
Literature
Theatre Studies &
Drama
Note: Junior Colleges have no prerequisite for ‘A’ Level Humanities subjects.
However, students who wish to apply for the Humanities Programme or study
Theatre Studies & Drama are required to read Literature at JC.
From ‘O’ Level to Polytechnic
‘O’ Level
Humanities
Pure Geography
Pure Literature
Polytechnic Courses
Accountancy & Finance,
Banking & Financial Services
Business Management
Mass Communications
Hospitality & Resort Mgt
Marketing
Sports & Wellness Mgt
Media Studies
Psychology
Note: To be eligible for the above mentioned polytechnic courses,
students must have sat for at least ONE of the Humanities subjects.
Geography
• Water Engineer
• Solar Energy Systems Engineer
• Tour Guide
• Meteorologist
• Reclamation Specialist
• Demographer
• Alternative Energy
Technologist
History
• Tour Guide
• Archivist
• Curator
• Historian
• Research Officer
Literature
• Writer
• Producer
• Editor
• Historian
• Media specialist
You need to choose 2 Humanities subjects
Combined Humanities
(SS + Elective)
Second Humanities
(Pure)
50% 50% 100%
Social Studies
(Compulsory)
Elective
Geography
Pure Literature
Elective
History
Pure Literature
Elective
Literature
Pure Geography
Humanities
Scholarship
Taking
Literature at
A-Levels is
compulsory
for those
intending to
take up the
Humanities
Scholarship
in Junior
College.
Post-Secondary Pathways
Pre-University Options Polytechnic
OptionsGCE ‘A’ Levels
- Offered at the
various junior
colleges
- Characterised by a
focused, and more
specialised
education (i.e. 4
subjects, with one
final examination
taken at the end of
2 years)
International
Baccalaureate
Diploma- Offered at ACS(I) and
SJI
- Characterised by a
broad-based and
comprehensive
education (i.e. 6
subjects at Higher and
Standard Level, with
internal assessment
and final examinations
over 2 years)
Polytechnic
Diploma- Offered at 5 different
polytechnics
- Characterised by
applied learning and
hands-on experience
to prepare students
to the workforce
Talent Development Programmes
MOE H3 (taught & research)
Content Lectures & Seminars
Research Workshops
SymposiumsCompetitions (Nat’l & Int’l)
Work Attachments & Career Talks
NUS H3 (taught –
Geopolitics)
NUS H3 HSSR
(Research)
MOE H2 Humanities
Subjects
Subject-based programmes available to all Pre-University
Centres offering A Levels and IBDP
Humanities Scholarship and Programme (HSP) offered at the 8 HSP
centres
[ACJC, ACS(I), EJC, HCI, NJC, RI, TJC, VJC]
Talent Development Programme
Content Content seminarsH3
(Taught)
ResearchIdentify
research
interest
Sharing on
research
projects &
experiences
Research
methods &
proposal
writing
H3 (Research)
Applied Seminars on applied areas
Competitions;
Work
Attachments
At the subject level, provision of developmental and
differentiated opportunities to stretch the students
HSP: Nurturing future leaders
Thought LeadersHarness critical thinking, creativity and social intelligence to solve problems in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world (VUCA)
Values-driven LeadersUphold worthy causes, empathise with others
and exercise integrity
National, regional and global leadersPossess a strong sense of place within the nation and grasp the challenges and opportunities arising from regional and global developments
HSP: Diverse Experiences
Global ExposureOverseas Enrichment
Programme
Multi-disciplinary Applied
Learning
HSP Symposium
Work attachments and Job-
shadowing
Mentorship
Tutors to provide
guidance on university
and scholarship
applications
Differentiated
Curriculum
Subject specialisation
Extension programmes
Access to the HSP
Network
Becoming part of the
HSP community and
alumni network
Pathways for Humanities Talents
“Stem (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)
programmes are doing a wonderful job helping us think about the
world substantively (facts matter), clearly (respect logical coherence)
and critically (interrogate individual biases).
The arts and humanities also embrace these outcomes, but they
offer a different set of values needed for probing complex
frameworks: appreciating close readings of texts, unpacking the
subtlety of rhetoric, embracing multiple ways of knowing and valuing
experiences acquired through arduous history. The world would be
a better place if we can open our young minds to the rigours of
disciplines beyond Stem.”
Satyan Linus Devadoss, Professor of applied mathematics and
computer science at the University of San Diego.
What's more difficult: maths or the humanities? ST, 19 March 2018
Frequently Asked Questions
Which subject is easier to score :
Geography, History or Literature?
• Every subject has its rigour and requirement. A student can do well in a subject as long as she has the aptitude and is willing to put in the effort .
Is it compulsory to take Literature?
In PL, almost all students study Literature. The study of Literature will deepen and enrich students’ lives. Students will also learn to look at events from various perspectives, which is an important life skill.
The reading of Literature will support their learning of the English Language because in EL, students will be tested on their ability to appreciate language and interpret the effect and connotation of words which are dealt with Literature.
Students who wish to pursue ‘Theatre Studies & Drama’ (‘A’ Level) or apply for the special Humanities Programme at JC are required to read Literature at the H2 Level.
Can I choose to take Pure Geography and Elective
Literature instead of the options, where Social
Studies is a compulsory subject?
Combined Humanities is a compulsory subject, and Social Studies is the compulsory component.
Please refer to the booklet for information on the other Humanities subjects you can take with Social Studies.
Aesthetics Subjects
Mr Ng Eng KeeHOD Aesthetics
Art
Music
Food & Nutrition
Objectives
Art
• an informed awareness and
appreciation of the visual arts
• identify and solve problems
creatively in visual and tactile
forms
• use of art elements and
design principles, materials
and processes
• self-confidence and a sense
of achievement through the
practice of the visual arts
• an inquiring mind, a spirit of
experimentation and a
passion for the visual arts
Music
• critical thinking
and musical
creativity
• communication
and interpretative
skills in music
• perception and
awareness of
musical cultures
and traditions,
both local and
global
• an informed and
life-long
appreciation of
music
Food &
Nutrition
• concepts of
nutrition and
meal planning
• link between
diet and health
• principles of
food science
• make informed
decisions
concerning
food and
nutrition
• Entry Requirements
– Aptitude and Interest for Art / Music / Food &
Nutrition
– Art: Minimum of 65% for Sec 2 Art
– Music: A Pass in the Music Selection Test
(comprising both Theory and Practical components)
and a Pass in the Interview
– Food & Nutrition: Minimum of a Pass in Sec 2
FCE (overall grade)
Entry Requirements
Demands on the Candidates
• Subjects comprising Coursework and Written
Paper
• Coursework examination
– Requires candidates to work on a long-term
project (at the beginning of Sec 4)
– Conducted during curriculum time
– Requires diligence, discipline and good time
management skills
• Art and Music are additional subjects (on top of the
7, 8 or 9 subject combinations)
Assessment
Component
Art Music Food &
Nutrition
Coursework Preparatory
Works &
Final Art Work:
60%
Performing a
10 min Recital +
Reflection: 30%
Creating +
Reflection:
30%
Research
Report
leading to
Creation of
Culinary Meal:
60%
Written Paper Drawing &
Painting:
40%
Music Studies
(Unprepared
Analysis):
40%
Food Science &
Nutrition
Principles:
40%
Assessment Weighting
Polytechnic Courses, e.g.
• Media & Design
• Information & Digital
Technologies
• Architecture (for Art students)
NAFA / LASALLE
• Art / Music Diploma
• Art / Music Diploma with
Teaching (NAFA only)
International Baccalaureate Diploma at selected Integrated Programme schools and School of the Arts Singapore
Bachelor of Music (Honours) degree from Yong Siew TohConservatory of Music (for gifted Music students only)
• GCE A-Level Art / Music at selected junior colleges
Options for O-Level Art / Music
Art
• Photographer
• Set Designer
• Jeweller
• Curator
• Advertising Artist /
Designer
• Visual Effects Animator
Music• Performing career
(e.g. Video Game Composer,
Sound Designer, Accompanist)
• Audio Engineer
• Songwriter / Arranger
• Music Education (e.g.
Music Teacher, Music
Librarian, Private
Instrumental Teacher,
Performing Arts CCA instructors
such as Band/
Choral Director)
‘O’ Level
Food &
Nutrition
Polytechnic Courses
• Temasek Poly
– Applied Food Science & Nutrition
– Baking & Culinary Science
• Republic Poly
– Diploma in Restaurant & Culinary
Operation
• Singapore Poly
– Diploma in Nutrition, Health & Wellness
• Nanyang Poly
– Diploma in Food Science & Nutrition
Options for F&N students
Food and
Nutrition
• Nutritionist
• Culinary Expert
• Personal Trainer
• Healthcare Aide
Questions for
Express Stream
I intend to choose O-Level Art / Music.
Why is there no combination on that?
• O-Level Art / Music is offered as an
additional subject for students with special
aptitude
• It is conducted in the afternoon.
If I take up an additional O-Level Art / Music
subject, will it be possible to drop it later in the
year if I cannot cope with the curriculum?
• The request to withdraw from O-Level Art /
Music will be considered on a case-by-case
basis in view of her assessment results
• Students are strongly encouraged to take the
subject for the whole Sec 3 year before she
will be allowed to drop the subject in Sec 4.
Why is there no Design and Technology
combination for Sec 3 Express?
• O-Level D&T is currently not offered to
Express stream students.
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Sec 2 Parents’ Briefing on
Sec 3 Subject Combinations for 2020
Feedback
https://tinyurl.com/S3-Subject-Combi-Brief-2019