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Serangoon Garden Secondary School
Briefing for
2019 Sec 3E
Subject Combination
(For Parents)
24 May 2018
Ms Tay Hui Yih
(Year Head, Upper Sec)
Vision: Compassionate Leaders. Critical Thinkers
Agenda
Post Secondary Educational Pathways
Sec 3 Subject Combination Allocation
- Assessment and Promotion Criteria at Sec 2E
- Guiding Principles and criteria
- Proposed combinations for 2019 (Subjected to
changes)
- Online Interest Survey by students
Question & Answer Session
Meeting with Form Teachers (classrooms)
Post-Secondary Education
What are the various Post-
4 MAIN TYPES OF TRACKS
Secondary School tracks available?
1. Junior Colleges (JCs) 4. Private Schools &
or Millennia Institute Institutions (LaSalle/NAFA etc)
Prepares students for Curriculum is determined
the GCE ‘A’ level by the school and
examination alternative options are
provided for students
2. Polytechnics 3. Institute of Technical
Trains students with Education (ITE)
relevant skills for the Equips students with technical
workplace in a knowledge- knowledge and skills relevant to
based economy. the industry.
Junior Colleges / Centralised Institute
More Breadth,
More Options
More Focus on
Thinking and
Communication
Skills
A Holistic
Education
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How can I get into a JC/ MI? (Method 1)
• Joint Admissions Exercise
• Conducted annually to allow
GCE ‘O’ Level students to apply
for admission to courses
JAE offered by JC, MI, Poly and ITE
Junior Colleges (JCs) & Millennia Institute
Prepares students for
the GCE ‘A’ Level
Examination
Length of study: Cut-off Points:
JCs – 2 years To enter a JC:
L1R5 must be ≤ 20
MI – 3 years To enter MI:
L1R4 must be ≤ 20
JC Admission
Eng/Higher MT + 5 Relevant Subjects For example
Relevant Subjects
Eng B4
Subject 1 Humanities
SS+Geog B3
Subject 2 Maths or Science
Subject 3 Humanities/Maths/Science Maths A2
Subject 4 Any Other O level subject Add Maths A2
Subject 5 Any Other O level subject Mother Tongue A2
Chemistry A2
JC admission aggregate must be less than
or equal to 20 points.
Min requirement = Eng C6, Maths D7, MT Aggregate
D7 / Pass in MT (B)
(L1R5) = 15
Bonus points (must first meet minimum
requirement by JC admission)
‘Excellent’ grade in CCA -- 2 Bonus points.
‘Good’ grade in CCA -- 1 Bonus point
How can I get into a JC? (Method 2)
• Direct School Admission (for
admission to JCs only)
• Allow JCs to select some
Secondary 4/5 students for
admission to JC1 based on their
DSA-JC achievements and talents before
the GCE ‘O’ Level examination
results are released
Direct School Admission – Junior Colleges
Main Selection Considerations:
• Academically able
• Outstanding in at least 1 CCA
• Achievements and talents
• Sports, Performing Arts
• Special subjects differ across JCs
• Interviews, portfolios, trials
• Each JC sets its own criteria for selection
More Information: MOE DSA-JCPost- Secondary Education More information about polytechnic courses can be obtained from various polytechnic websites.
Polytechnics
Polytechnics seek to train students with
relevant and specific skills for the
workplace to give Singapore a
competitive edge as we move into a
knowledge-based economy.
Academic Real World
knowledge Skills
MOULDING THE FUTURE OF OUR NATION
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore.Polytechnics
A polytechnic education gives you hands-
on experience within a dynamic and
progressive learning environment
More than 35 different courses per poly
Over 70,000 students
MOULDING THE FUTURE OF OUR NATION
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore.Polytechnics
Today, polytechnic graduates are valued
as practice-oriented and knowledgeable
professionals, much sought after by
industry.
Applied & Health
Business, Sciences Media & Design Information & Build
Management & Digital Environment,
Humanities Technologies Engineering &
Maritime Studies
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Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore.Entry into Poly (Method 1)
1. Through the Joint Admissions Exercise
(JAE)
ELR2B2 is used for admissions into the polytechnics.
English Language
2 RELEVANT subjects for the course applied for
2 other best subjects
Students must also qualify for the minimum entry
requirements for the course they want to pursue.
Approximate Cut-off Points for Polytechnic Courses in 2016:
6≤ ELR2B2 ≤ 26Polytechnic Admission
Eng + 2 Relevant Subjects + Best 2
Subjects
* For example
Relevant Subjects: (L1+R2B2)
Eng B4
Subject 1 Mathematics or Add Maths
Elem Maths A2
Subject 2 :
Science A2
Business ------
SSGeog/SSHist/Lit/POA/MTL SS/Geog A2
Technology ---- Mother Tongue A2
Physics/Chemistry/Science
Science-Based --- L1R2B2
Physics/Chemistry/Science Aggregate = 12
Architectural ----- Physics/Art/SciencePolytechnic Admission Bonus points (must first meet minimum requirement by polytechnic admission) ‘A1’ and ‘A2’ grade in CCA -- 2 Bonus points. ‘B3’ to ‘C6’ grade in CCA -- 1 Bonus points
Entry into Poly (Method 2)
2. Through the Early Admissions Exercise (EAE)
• The Early Admissions Exercise (EAE) is an aptitude-based
admissions exercise that allows students to apply and
receive conditional offers for admission to the
polytechnics based on their aptitudes and interests,
prior to receiving their final grades.
• The EAE is conducted separately by each polytechnic.
• Applications commence in June/July every year, for
admission into polytechnics in the following year.
• Students interested to participate in EAE should visit the
individual polytechnics’ websites or contact the
relevant polytechnics directly.
More Information: Early Admissions ExercisesAllocation of Sec 3 Subjects
Grading System
(‘O’ Levels)
GRADES MARKS
A1 ≥ 75
A2 70 - 74
B3 65 – 69
B4 60 - 64
C5 55 – 59
C6 50 - 54
D7 45 – 49
D8 40 - 44
F9 ≤ 39Promotion Criteria for
Sec 2 to 3 Express
2E
Pass EL and Not met pass
average for all criteria
subjects
Promoted Lateral
to 3E Transfer to
3NA
Based on the overall combined resultsAssessment Weightage for
Secondary 2
Semester One Semester Two
Continual Continual
Assessment (CA1) Assessment (CA2)
15% 15%
Semestral Semestral
Assessment (SA1) Assessment (SA2)
or Mid-Year Exam or Year-End Exam
25% 45%Guiding Principles for
Sec 3 Subject Allocation
o To enable all students to be given subjects
that will allow and prepare them to progress
to the next higher level, that is, JC, CI,
Polytechnic and ITE (Higher Nitec)
o Based on students’ ability (appropriate level
of challenge), aptitude, interest and
aspirations for post-secondary education
o Based on school resources and students’
take-up rate (viable size).Criteria for allocation
of Sec 3 subjects
Ability - Overall Performance
(Combined results)
Performance in Specific Subjects
(eg. History, Geography, D&T, F&N,
Art)
Student’s Choice
Vacancy of electivesProposed Subject Combination for
Sec 3 Express (2019)
• All Sec 3E pupils must take at least 6 subjects and up
to 7 subjects
• Must offer the following subjects
(a) English Language
(b) Mother Tongue [CL, CL(B), TL, TL (B), ML, ML(B)]
(c) Mathematics
(d) A Science subject
(e) Combined Humanities
• Please note that not all the electives listed may be
offered in 2019. The offering of the electives is
dependent on the school’s resources and students’
take-up rate.2019 Subject Combination for Sec 3 Express
(Subjected to changes)
GROUP: 7 SUBJECTS (Top 30% of cohort)
Subject E1A
1 English
2 Mother Tongue
3 Mathematics
4 Combined Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
5 Additional Mathematics
6 * Pure Chemistry
7 * Pure Physics
*Should students not pass either Pure Chemistry or Pure Physics at the end of
Sec 3, upon review by the school, they would be required to take Combined
Science (Chem/Phy) for ‘O’ Levels, which is deemed more suitable for them.2019 Subject Combination for Sec 3 Express
(Subjected to changes)
GROUP: 7 SUBJECTS (Top 30% of cohort)
Subject E2A E2B E2C E2D
1 English English English English
2 Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue
3 Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
4 Combined Combined Combined Combined
Humanities Humanities Humanities Humanities
(SS/Geo) or (SS/Geo) or (SS/Geo) or (SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist) or (SS/Hist) or (SS/Hist) or (SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit) (SS/Lit) (SS/Lit) (SS/Lit)
5 Combined Combined Combined Combined
Science Science Science Science
(Chem/Phy) (Chem/Phy) (Chem/Phy) (Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio) (Chem/Bio) (Chem/Bio) (Chem/Bio)
6 Principles of Principles of Principles of Principles of
Accounts Accounts Accounts Accounts
7 Additional Maths Art Design & Food & Nutrition
Technology2019 Subject Combination for Sec 3 Express
(Subjected to changes)
GROUP: 6 SUBJECTS
Subject E3A E3B E3C E3D
1 English English English English
2 Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue
3 Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
4 Combined Combined Combined Combined
Humanities Humanities Humanities Humanities
(SS/Geo) or (SS/Geo) or (SS/Geo) or (SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist) or (SS/Hist) or (SS/Hist) or (SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit) (SS/Lit) (SS/Lit) (SS/Lit)
5 Combined Combined Combined Combined Science
Science Science Science (Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Phy) (Chem/Phy) (Chem/Phy) (Chem/Bio)
(Chem/Bio) (Chem/Bio) (Chem/Bio)
6 Art Design & Food & Principles of
Technology Nutrition AccountsUpper Sec Combined Science
(Compulsory)Assessment Format
(Combined Science)
Type of Paper Duration Marks Science
discipline(s)
assessed
40 Both components
Multiple Choice 1 hour
(20 for each) together
Structured and 1 hour 15
65 Component 1
Free Response minutes
Structured and 1 hour 15
65 Component 2
Free Response minutes
Practical 1 hour 30 30 Both components
Examination minutes (15 for each) together
Weighting of each Science discipline: 50%Upper Sec
Combined Science
Qualifying Criteria:
Students choosing to do Science(Physics) or
Science(Biology) should
have obtained ≥ 65% (B3) for the particular
Lower Secondary Science module for Sec 2.
**Final decision lies with the school**Elective Subject: Pure Physics or Pure Chemistry
Elective:
Pure Science
Type of Duration Marks Weighting Remarks
Paper
Multiple 1 hour 40 30% ---
Choice
Structured 1 hour 45 80 50% Includes a 8 – 12
and Free minutes marks data-based
Response question requiring
candidates to
interpret, evaluate or
solve problems using
a stem of information.
End-of- 1 hour 50 40 20% NEW!
course minutes 1st year of
(EOC)
Practical
examination in
Assessment Sec 4, 2018!Pure Science versus
Combined Science
Breadth of syllabus
Depth of syllabus
Demand of assessment questions
Format of Theoretical Assessment
Format of Practical AssessmentElective:
Pure Science
Qualifying Criteria:
Students choosing to do any Pure Science
elective should have obtained ≥ 75% (A1) for
Sec 2 Science
*Final decision lies with the school*
**Minimum class size: 15**Elective:
Pure Science
Pure Science is NOT a compulsory subject to enter
Junior College
It will provide stronger foundations for Science based
courses in Junior College
Choose wisely
Choose an elective subject that will help your
child/ward is interested in / will be helpful in the
post-secondary course or careerUpper Sec Combined Humanities (Compulsory)
Combined Humanities
A. Compulsory with Elective Minimum Criteria
Comb Humanities to CHOOSE
≥ 70m and above for
Literature
Literature
End-of-Year
Social Studies Examination Written
(SS) Paper
And / Or
Geography ≥ 60m in Geography
B. Optional History Minimum Criteria
≥ 65m in History
Pure Humanities to CHOOSE
*Pure History
* Students class
Minimum will take for allorelectives ≥
SS/Geo
size 70misin15History
above students.
SS/LitLiterature as a Discipline involves:
• critical analysis of purposeful
and creative use of language
• active construction of meaning
• making connections
• reflection on current and
timeless issues
• socio-cultural sensitivity and
awareness
• global outlook
• critical thinking skillsSCHEME OF ASSESSMENT OF LIT • Candidates are expected to answer a total of 2 questions. • Prose and Unseen Texts: 1 hour 40 minutes • Note: All questions are to be answered in long essay form, marks will constitute 50% of the Combined Humanities score.
Texts for 2018 and 2019 (text for 2020 to be confirmed)
Qualifying Criteria for Literature • 70% and above for Literature End-of-Year Examination Written Paper • Participation in Advanced Literature would be an advantage • Good English Grades (B3 and above) • Keen readers (must not be afraid of heavy reading) • Ability to think and write critically
What are some careers Literature
students find themselves in?
• Teaching
• Liberal Arts (drama, performance arts)
• Arts and Theatre Management
• Law
• Marketing and Advertising
• Journalism
• Film and Media Industries (Movie and Television, and Print)
• Creative Industries (App development, web-based writing,
and game design)
And any future careers that includes reading, writing and
creativity.Geography Elective Geography Physical Geography Living with Tectonic Hazards Variable Weather and Changing Climate Human Geography Global Tourism Food Resources
History Elective History Modern World History (Europe and Asia-Pacific) * Singapore History is not included in the syllabus
What kind of jobs can you expect
as a Humanities student?
Most public sector (civil service) jobs require:
Good writing
Critical thinking skills and analytical abilities
In-depth understanding of current affairs
Ability to manage and appreciate differing perspectives
Companies with global operations (e.g. Shell,
Mitsubishi, Ernst & Young) require:
Critical thinking skills and analytical abilities
In-depth understanding of current affairs
Capability to appreciate differing contexts across
countries and culturesWhat kind of jobs can you expect
as a Humanities student?
Employment opportunities will be available in
Ministries such as:
Security: Home Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Defence
Social: Education, Social & Family Development,
Culture, Community & Youth
Economic: Transport, National Development, Finance
Government Statutory Boards
People’s Association, National Heritage Board & the
museums, National Library Board, the polytechnics and
the universities
Embassies in Singapore and overseasPrinciples of Accounts (Elective Subject)
Elective Subject:
Principles of Accounts (POA)
In summary, POA consists of 3 components:
1. Format – under which subject do you insert your EL oral
marks information?
2. Mathematics – how do you calculate your overall EL marks?
3. English – explain reasons why you possibly did badly and
explain methods how can you improve your overall EL marks?
Elective Subject Minimum Criteria
to CHOOSE
≥ 65m in English
Principles of Accounts
≥ 65m in MathematicsAdditional Mathematics (Elective Subject)
Elective Subject:
Additional Mathematics
Difference between
Elementary Mathematics Additional Mathematics
Compulsory for all pupils Only for pupils with aptitude
(ability) and interest in
advanced mathematics
Syllabus covers basic Syllabus includes abstract
mathematics (more challenging content)
mathematics
Covers wide range of topics: Specialized topics, focusing
Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, more on Algebra
Statistics, Trigonometry etc.
Working for questions is much Working for questions is much
shorter longerElective Subject:
Additional Mathematics
1. Add Maths is not a required subject to enter Polytechnics or
Junior Colleges
2. However, Add Maths will provide good grounding for
engineering courses in Polytechnics.
3. Taking Add Maths will also be advantageous for gaining entry
into JC.
Eligibility
1. 75 marks and above (A1 and above) in overall marks
Sec 2 Maths
2. Minimum mark may be altered and at the school’s
discretion depending on the number of students choosing
and vacancies availableFood and Nutrition (Elective Subject)
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6087]
2 years course of study: Upper Sec
- Culinary Skills
- Food Chemistry
- Nutrition and Diseases
- Food Technologies
- Coursework Skills (Research, Analysis
and Evaluation)Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6087]
Assessment
Exam Component Nutrition & Food Science
‘O’ levels
Written Paper 40% [100 marks]
(2 hour paper)
Coursework 60%
(50 pages)Popular Courses in Polytechnic
(Nutrition & Food Science)
Polytechnic Course / Diplomas DPP
Nanyang Food Science and Nutrition DPP: 11 points
Polytechnic EL:3, Maths:3
F&N:3 and two
other
Temasek Food and Sciences/ Applied Science and Nutrition
Polytechnic Baking & Culinary Sciences
Consumer Science and Technology
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Republic Poly Biotechnology
Sports, Health and Leisure
Restaurants and Culinary Operations
Hotel and Hospitality Management
Healthcare Administration
Singapore Food Science and Technology
Polytechnic Nutrition, Health and WellnessElective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6087]
ITE/ Other Options
Organization Courses
ITE Higher Nitec
• Hospitality Operations
• Sports Management
Nitec
• Applied Food Science
• Nitec in Asian Culinary Arts
• Nitec in Food & Beverage Operations
• Nitec in Fitness Training
• Nitec in Pastry & Baking
Shatec Culinary
Sunrice CulinaryA gist of students’ work (Nutrition & Food Science)
Who should apply? ≥ 65m for Food and Consumer Education (Sec 2) A pass in English REGULAR ATTENDANCE GOOD ATTITUDE TOWARDS LEARNING
Art (Elective Subject)
Elective Subject:
Art
Not merely to be an artist, one is trained to
have multi-artistic skills for the future
21st century prospects
Visual Literacy & Skills
Critical and Inventive Thinking
Confident Person
Visual Communication & Design
Ultimately ‘N’ & ‘O’ level art is designed to build the
fundamentals of one’s ARTISTIC SKILLS & PORTFOLIO
for tertiary studiesFUTURE PROSPECTS
Local Art Related
Occupations
ANIMATOR CURATOR
FASHION
ARTIST DESIGNER
INTERIOR
DESIGNER
ARCHITECT
ART PHOTO-Elective Subject:
Art
OUR REQUIREMENTS ?
The following are the criteria we are looking for
in a potential ART STUDENT…
≥ 65m for Art
Required Attitude
Interest
Commitment (Time & Effort)
Skillfulness (Can be trained)
Curiosity and boldness (Open-minded)Elective Subject:
Art
‘O’ LEVEL ART EXAMINATION
Paper Weightage Requirement
Paper 1: Coursework 60% Compulsory
Paper 2: Drawing and 40% Choose one out
Painting of the two papers
Paper 3: Study of
Visual ArtsDesign & Technology (Elective Subject)
D&T
The subject content is organised into three sections,
namely:
Section 1: Design
Section 2: Technological Areas
Section 3: Materials and Practical Processes
Paper Description Duration Marks Weighting
1 Written Paper 2 hours 80 40 %
7 months
2 Coursework (January to 60 60 %
July)Design Project The design project comprises four components - Design Journal (DJ) - Presentation Board (PB) - Mock-up - Prototype
Design Project
Design Project
Eligibility of D&T As this subject is primarily project-based over a duration of 7 months, - Students must possess the perseverance and diligence to engage in recurring problem-solving design activities. - Students must be competent in drawing techniques for design communication. - Students must be confident and competent in the use of tools and machines in the workshop. Also - Students should have obtained ≥ 65% (B3) for D&T at Sec 2
Career Prospects of D&T Possible career opportunities in the following industries: Art & Design (e.g. Graphic designer, Product designer) IT (e.g Web designer, Network engineer) Construction (e.g Architect, Civil engineer) Manufacturing (e.g. Product designer, Manufacturing Engineer)
Online Interest Survey
Online
Student Interest Survey
The purpose of this survey is to gauge the interest of
Sec 2 students in taking the different subjects in Sec 3 in 2019.
This is not the final selection for subject combination. At the end of
this academic year, students will be asked to choose their final
preferred subject combinations for 2019.
All Sec 2 students are required to register his/her interest online via
the website https://sgs.schoolhub.sg from 25 May (Fri), 12 pm to
30 May (Wed), 12 pm.
Each student is required to indicate his/her preferred 6 choices, in
order of preference, with the endorsement of his/her parent.
Students are provided with a username and password, to be kept
confidential and not to lose the username as well as password.You can also read
