Briefing for Secondary 2 Studentson Subject Combinations for Sec 3 EXP (2018) 14August2017

ProgrammeActivity Personnel

Computation of L1R5Mathematics & POA

Ms Angelina Tan, HOD Math

Science Ms Deepa, Subject Head Science

Arts, Music & F&N Mr Ng Eng Kee, HOD Aesthetics

Education & Career Guidance

Mrs Diana Ho, Subject Head Education & Career Guidance

Computation of L1R5Mathematics Subjects

Ms Angelina TanHOD Maths

Total aggregate obtained for Points

Junior College (L1+R5 excluding CCA)

� First Language� 5 relevant subjects

Less than or equal to 20

MI - 3 Yr Pre-U Course (L1+R4 may include CCA)

� First Language� 4 relevant subjects

Less than or equal to 20

Requirements for admissionto JC (2-yr course) / MI (3-yr course)

Admission Criteria for JC

L1 EL/HMT

R5 1 – Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music

2 - Math / Science

3 - Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music / Math / Science

4

5Any GCE ‘O’ Level Subjects(except CCA)

L1R5

Subject RequirementEnglish 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

Admission Criteria for JC

‘O’ Level Mathematics

Source: JAE 2017

‘A’ LevelH1 Mathematics

‘O’ Level Mathematics

&‘O’ Level Additional

Mathematics

‘A’ LevelH2 Mathematics

From ‘O’ Level to ‘A’ Level

From ‘O’ Level to Polytechnic

‘O’ LevelMathematics/

AdditionalMathematics

Polytechnic CoursesApplied 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 InstitutionsØ JC / MI: Minimum grade of D7Ø Polytechnic: Minimum grade of C6 for most coursesØ ITE Higher Nitec Courses: Minimum grade of D7 for

most courses

• Conditional Admission to JC / MIØ Re-take GCE ‘O’ Level Math in JC1 ¦ Failure to

obtain minimum grade of D7 ¦ Transfer to MIØ Re-take GCE ‘O’ Level Math in MI1 and MI2 ¦

Failure to obtain minimum grade of D7 ¦ Leave MI

Key Facts – Additional Mathematics

• Syllabus Organisation:

Key Facts – Additional Mathematics

Key Facts – Additional Mathematics

• Qualifying criterion: Overall mark of 60% for Sec 2 Math

• Strong foundation in Algebra is helpful

• Admission to JC / MIØ Not a compulsory subject for computation of L1R5

(JC) / L1R4 (MI)Ø Not a requisite subject to offer Mathematics H1

• Admission to PolytechnicØ Not a compulsory subject for computation of ELR2B2

Additional Math

Additional Math

Math

Additional Math

Math

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 DeepaSH Science

Secondary 3 Express (2018)Science Subjects

Tentative Science Subject Combinations for 2018 (Express)

Triple Science Combination:

Pure PhysicsPure ChemistryPure Biology

Double Science Combination:

Pure ChemistryPure Biology

Double Science Combination:

Pure PhysicsPure Chemistry

Combined Science Combination:

Science ChemScience Biology

Combined Science Combination:

Science PhysicsScience Chem

Structure of PaperPure Sciences

(Chemistry/Physics/Biology)Combined ScienceEg. (Sc (Bio/Chem)

Paper Marks Weighting Paper Marks Weighting1 40 MCQ 30% 1 40 MCQ 20%

2 A: Structured QuestionsB: Free Response Questions

50% 3

4

A: Structured Questions B: Free Response Questions

32.5% for each subject

65% in total

3 EOC (End of Course) Science Practical Assessment

20% 5 Practical Exam

15%

Comparison of Assessment Weighting

Syllabus

2018 Syllabus

Knowledge with Understanding

(Recall)

Handling Information & Solving Problems

(Higher Order Thinking Questions)

O Level Pure Sciences 45 % 55 %

O Level Combined Science (Chem/Bio)Science(Phy/Chem) 50 % 50 %

Comparison between Pure Sciences & Combined SciencesPureSciences CombinedSciences

Topics Moretopics Fewertopics

Levelofdifficulty

High&Challenging

WithDepth&Breath

Moderate

Practical EOC–EndofCoursePracticalExamtaken

at1seating(REVISED)

1practicalexamtakenat1seating

Secondary 3 NA (2018)Science Subjects

Science Subject Combination for 2018

Students are to choose:

either

Science (Chemistry/Biology)or

Science (Physics/Chemistry)

Structure of PaperCombined Science – as ONE SUBJECT

Eg. (Sc (Phy/Chem)Paper Weighting Duration

1 Multiple-Choice (Physics)

20%

1 hour 15 minutes2 Structured

Questions (Physics)

30%

3 Multiple-Choice (Chemistry)

20%

1 hour 15 minutes4 Structured

Questions (Chemistry)

30%

Assessment Weighting

Syllabus

2018 Syllabus

Knowledge with Understanding

(Recall)

Handling Information &

Solving Problems (Higher Order

Thinking Questions)

N LevelScience (Chem/Bio)Science(Phy/Chem)

50 % 50 %

What should I consider when making my choice?

• What are my strengths, aptitudes & passions?

• What institutes/ courses am I interested in post secondary school?

SAJC Sc Subject Comb 20168 Chemistry8 Physics4 Biology

No Bio & Phy Comb

No triple Sc Comb bec of Contrasting subject

SRJC – Sc Subj Comb 20168 Chemistry8 Physics2 Biology

No Physics & BioCombination

No triple Sc comb bec of contrasting subject

BiologyChemistryPhysics

Sc(Phy/Chem)Sc(Chem/Bio)

MinRequirement:Grade1-6

Engineering

HealthSciencesInformation&

DigitalTechnologies

MediaandDesign

BuiltEnvironment

MaritimeStudies

AppliedSciences

Polytechnic courses (ELR2B2-C) & (ELR2B2-D)Require SCIENCE as relevant subject

Source : JAE 2017

JC Arts Science JC Arts ScienceAnderson 9 8 National 6 5Anglo Chinese 7 7 Pioneer 13 12ACS(I) - 5 Raffles 4 3St Joseph’s - 6Catholic 10 10 Serangoon 11 11Hwa Chong 4 4 St Andrew’s 9 9Innova 20 20 Tampines 13 13Jurong 15 15 Temasek 9 9Meridian 10 10 Victoria 6 5Nanyang 7 6 Yishun 17 16

2016 JC Cut-off2016 JC Cut-off

Source : JAE 2017

Source : JAE 2017

Aesthetics Subjects

Mr Ng Eng KeeHOD Aesthetics

ArtMusic

Food & Nutrition

ObjectivesArt

• 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: Minimum of Grade 4 for Theory & Practical

and Music students must continue lessons with a private instrumental teachers outside school

– Food & Nutrition: Minimum of a Pass in Sec 2 FCE (overall grade)

Entry Requirements

Demands on the Candidates• Subjects comprising Coursework and Written

Paper (more info in the next slide)• 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) conducted in the afternoon

Assessment Component

Art Music Food & Nutrition

Coursework Preparatory Works & Final

Art Work:60%

Performing a 10-15 min

Recital: 30%

Song Writing: 20%

Research Report

leading to Creation of

Culinary Meal: 60%

Written Paper Drawing & Painting:

40%

Music Studies (Unprepared &

Prepared Analysis):

50%

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

Further Studies and Career Options

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

Education & Career Guidance

Mrs Diana HoSH Education & Career Guidance

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WheredoIgoaftermy“O”or“N”Levels?

Pre-University(JC/MI;A-Level)

Polytechnic(Diploma)

ITE(NITEC/HigherNITEC) Arts

Institution(LASALLE,NAFA)

Private

JCEducation:LevelsofStudyH1 H2 H3

Thefollowingareexamples.Theyareforillustrationonly.

Science Course Arts Course

• H2 Chemistry• H2 Mathematics• H2 Economics (contrasting subject)

• H1 Physics • MTL• GP• PW

• H2 Economics• H2 Literature• H2 Geography• H1 Maths (contrasting subject)• MTL• GP• PW

University Courses Relevant A-Level Subjects

Arts & Social Science Law

English Literature, History, Geography, Economics, Chinese, Malay, Mathematics

Science Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computing, Economics

Engineering Computer ScienceComputer & Information

Mathematics, Physics, Computing

Medicine Dentistry

Chemistry, Physics and/or Biology

Pharmacy Chemistry

Accountancy, Business Administration Commerce

Mathematics, Principles of Accounting (MI only)

Architecture,Building Estate Management

Mathematics, Physics and/or Chemistry

üFor pupils who wish to pursue applied and practice-oriented training

üLead to a diploma

üUsually a 3-year course

Polytechnics

ELR2B2 : For Polytechnic CoursesAggregate Type ELR2B2-A

(Arts & Humanities)

ELR2B2-B(Business)

ELR2B2-C(Science &

Technology)

ELR2B2-D(Design,

Graphic & Animation)

EL English LanguageR2 1st gp of

relevant subjects

ArtsHumanitiesHigher Music Higher Art

Elementary Mathematics (E Math)/Additional Mathematics (A Math)

2nd gp of relevant subjects

ArtsHumanitiesMother Tongue LangE Math/A MathD&T F&NPOAMusicTamil

ArtsHumanitiesPOAMusic

ChemistryBiologyScience(P/C)Science(B/C)D&TF&N

ArtChemistryBiologyScience(P/C)Science(B/C)D&TF&N

B2 Best 2 other subjects excluding CCA

üFor students with GCE ‘O’ or ‘N’ Level certificates.

ü 2-year technical or vocational courses (Nitec to Higher Nitec).

üStudents who do well will be able to proceed to the polytechnics for diploma programmes.

InstituteofTechnicalEducation

ELB4, ELR1B3 & ELR2B2 : For ITE CoursesELB4-A

(Early Childhood/ Wellness Mgt)

ELR1B3-B(Business)

ELR2B2-C(Science & Technology)

EL English Language EL

English Language EL

English Language

B4Best 4 other

subjects excluding CCA

R1

E MathA MathPOA R2

E MathA Math

ScienceD&T

Computer Studies

B3

Best 3 other subjects

excluding CCA B2

Best 2 other subjects excluding CCA

1. Who am I? • Myinterests• Mystrengths• Mypassions• Mypersonality• Myvalues• Myskills• Myrolemodels

2. Where am I going? • Careeraspiration

(Preferredoccupation/s)

• Preferredindustry

4. What are potential roadblocks?• Whatarethepotential

obstaclesinworkingtowardsmycareeraspiration?

• HowdoIintendtoovercomethem?

5. What support do I need?• WhatsupportdoI?• WhattypeofinfodoIneed?(Jobs

indemand,Industryoutlook)• WhocanIturntoforguidance?

6. Academic Goals• Academictargets• Actionablesteps• Accountability• Researchintocourseofstudy

7. Non-academic Goals• increaseself-awareness• knowmoreaboutoccupation&relatedindustry

• preparemyportfolio• develop21st centuryskills

3. How do I get there?• CourseofstudyatITE,Poly,JC.

• Subjectandnon-subjectrequirementsforcourseatITE,

• Technicalandsoftskills• Experience

Edn & Career Roadmap

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Direction

Realtiy

Control

KnowingYourRIASEC Code

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Realistic

Artistic

Investigative

Conventional

Enterprising Social

Generallylikeworkingwithinexistingrules.Theyreflectstable

values.

Likecreatingthings.Mayinvolveexpressingoneselfeg.throughperforming.

Generallylikeworkingwiththeirhands,oftentimesoutdoors.

Likefindingouttheanswerstoquestionsusinglogicandscience.

Likehelpingothersandworkingwithpeople.

Interestsinvolvesaleofideasand

products.Mayinvolvemarketing.

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KnowingYourRIASEC Code

AmIsomeonewhopreferstoworkwithPeople,Data,ThingsorIdeas?

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