Post-Secondary EducationPathways

Agenda• 3 ECG Questions

• Who am I?

• Where am I going?

– Multiple Education Pathways

– Joint Admission Exercise (JAE)

– Institute of Technical Education (ITE)

– Polytechnics (Poly)

– Pre-university Education (JC/CI)

– Others: Arts Institutions/BCA/SAA Academy

• How do I get there?

• Food for thought questions

• In a nutshell

• Useful links and consultation contacts

3 Guiding Questions

1) Who am I?

2) Where am I going?

3) How do I get there?

Who am I?

Important to know what you are interested in, what you value and what you are good at

Who am I?

Interests

AbilitiesPassion

The more I know about myself, the better I can make informed choices

Interests

Career satisfaction and success are closely linked to being interested in what you do

• Do you enjoy activities that relate to people, ideas, data or things?

• What do you find most fulfilling and enjoyable?

Interests

AbilitiesSkills and talents that you possess.

• Review your pass achievements

• What have people praised you for?

• Examples of abilities:

• Communication skills

• Computer & Technical Literacy

• Leadership skills

• Problem-solving skills

• Teamwork

• Numbers

Abilities

Passion

• An intense desire or enthusiasm

for something

• Lose track of time?

• Energizing?

• Willing to give it all?

• Never give up?

Passion

Values

Work that aligns with your values drives

satisfaction.

• How important is work-life balance?

• Do you prefer flexible hours?

• Do you like outdoor or indoor environment?

• Is having independence at work important to you?

• Is helping people important to you at work?

Values

Where am I going?

Multiple Pathways for GCE O-Level Students

4 Immediate Pathways

Junior College/Millennia InstituteA-Level/IB Diploma

2 yrs for JC3 yrs for MI

ITE Higher Nitec – 2 yrs

Nitec – 2 yrs

Polytechnic Diploma

3 yrs

OthersLaSalle/NAFA

BCA/SAA AcademyDiploma

Overview of Pathways

ITEHigher Nitec(JAE/SAEO)

/Nitec (JIE ‘O’)

PolytechnicDiploma

(JAE/EAE)

Secondary School (GCE O-Levels)

JC/MIA-Level/

IB Diploma(JAE)

NAFA/LASALLEBCA/SAA

Diploma(Apply direct)

University (Degree)

JAE: Joint Admission Exercise EAE: Early Admission Exercise

JIE: Joint Intake Exercise SAE: Special Admission Exercise

How to apply to JCs/MI/Poly/ITE (Higher Nitec)?

Joint Admission Exercise (JAE)• Scheduled in January 2017

• 6 calendar days from GCE O-Level results release

• Tentative O-level results release dates: 11 to 13 Jan 2017

• For admission to:

– JC (GCE ‘A’ Level or IB Diploma)

– MI (GCE ‘A’ Level)

– Poly (Diploma)

– ITE (Higher Nitec)

• Not applicable for students who have accepted DSA-JC/EAE offer– Withdrawal: Must submit withdrawal by 7 Oct 2016, 5pm.

ITE Programmes (Nitec and Higher Nitec)

Institute of Technical Education (ITE)

Preparing you for a fulfilling career

Numerous partnerships with

key industry players

Courses that meet economic

demands

Hands-on learning

Nitec

National ITE

Certification(JIE ‘O’)

Higher Nitec

Higher National

ITE Certification(JAE/SAEO)

6 ITE Clusters – Higher Nitec/Nitec

• Applied Sciences

• Business & Services

• Design & Media

• Electronics & ICT

• Engineering

• Hospitality

Polytechnics

Nanyang Polytechnic

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Republic Polytechnic

Singapore Polytechnic

Temasek Polytechnic

5 Polytechnics

General

5 Polytechnics

Hands-on

Job readiness

Duration

3 years of study

Cut-off Points (Net)

ELR2B2 – 26 points

How can I get into a Polytechnic?

JAE

• Joint Admissions Exercise

• Jan 2017

• Conducted annually to allow GCE O-Level students to apply for admission to courses offered by JC, MI, Poly and ITE

EAE

• Early Admissions Exercise

• Late June 2016

• Aptitudes, Interest and Special Talents (eg. Sports, arts, leadership, entrepreneurship and community service etc)

1. Net ELR2B2 ≤ 26 points

– EL: English Language

– R2: 2 Relevant Subjects (varies with courses)

– B2: Best 2 other subjects

– Net: Deduct CCA Bonus Points

2. Meet Minimum Entry Requirements

- Example: NP Psychology Studies

JAE – Entry into Poly

ELR2B2 – Illustration purpose

Poly Courses – 2015 net ELR2B2Polytechnic (Poly) Some Courses Net ELR2B2 Other Courses Net ELR2B2

Singapore Poly International Business - 7Biomedical Science - 8Biotechnology - 9

Energy Sys & Management - 22Computer Engineering - 22Engineering Systems - 24

Ngee Ann Poly International Business - 6Biomedical Science - 8Veterinary Bioscience - 8

Electronic & Comp Engr - 22Electrical Engineering - 23Health Sciences (Nursing) - 28

Nanyang Poly Molecular Biotech - 12Medicinal Chemistry - 13Accountancy & Finance - 14

Common Engineering - 26Aerospace/Mechatronics - 26Nursing - 28

Republic Poly Biomedical Sciences - 15HR Mgt w Psychology - 16Marine Sc & Aquaculture - 18

Information Technology - 26Health Services Mgt - 26Outdoor & Adventure Learning - 26

Temasek Poly Psychology studies - 9Biomedical Science - 9Veterinary Technology - 10

Electrical & Electronic Engr - 23Mobile & Network Services -24Info Comm & Network Engr - 25

9 Poly Clusters

• Engineering

• Built environment

• Maritime studies

• Health sciences

• Applied sciences

• Information and Digital technologies

• Media and Design

• Business & Management

• Humanities

Pre-university EducationJunior Colleges/

Centralised Institute

Junior Colleges (JCs) & Millennia Institute

General

• GCE ‘A’ Level

• International Baccalaureate Diploma (ACS-I and SJI)

• 20 JCs in 2017 (includes Eunoia JC – New in 2017)

• 1 Millennia Institute (MI)

Duration of study

• JC – 2 years

• MI – 3 years

Cut-off Points (Gross: Exclude Bonus Points)

• JC – L1R5 ≤ 20

• MI – L1R4 ≤ 20

JC/MI Admission Criteria

• Cut-off Points

– JC: L1R5 ≤ 20

– MI: L1R4 ≤ 20

• Subject Requirements

Aggregate Computation – L1R5/L1R4

2015 JAE L1R5 Aggregate Scores

What does one study at the A-Levels?

H1 H2 H3

Half of H2 in terms of curriculum time

Equivalent to ‘A’ Level subjects prior to 2006.

Subjects with opportunity for in-depth study (e.g. advanced content, research paper, university module).

3 levels of study for content subjects:

JC Subject Combinations

No. ofsubjects

Level of study Remarks

3 H2 Content-Based Subjects At least 1 H1 or H2 subjectis from a contrastingdiscipline1 H1 Content-Based Subject

1 H1 Mother Tongue Language (MTL) 1

1 H1 General Paper (GP) OR H2 Knowledge and Inquiry (KI)

1 H1 Project Work (PW)

Note1 No need to take H1 MTL if you obtain D7 or better in Higher MTL at the GCE ‘O’ Level

Subject Disciplines (Example only) Math and Science (H2/H1) Humanities and Arts (H2/H1)

Mathematics Economics

Further Mathematics Geography

Chemistry History

Biology Literature in English

Physics Art

Computing Music

EXAMPLE

- Math and Science Stream Student- 3 H2 (Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics) --- Math and Science- Need 1 Contrasting Subject: Eg. 1 H1 Economics --- Humanities and Arts

IMPORTANT: Refer to JAE booklet/JC websites to check out the subjects offered.

OthersArts Institutions (NAFA/LASALLE)

BCA/SAA Academy

The Arts InstitutionsCourses are hands-on with

a focus in the visual and

performing arts (e.g.

Design, Animation, Fine Arts,

Media, Dance, Music).

Students graduate with a

Diploma.

Apply directly.

The Nanyang Academy of Fine ArtsNAFA offers the following specialised programmes:• 3D Design• Arts Management• Design and Media• Fine Art• Fashion Studies• Dance• Music• Theatre

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The LASALLE College of the ArtsLASALLE offers a range of diplomas in:

• Animation

• Audio Production

• Broadcast Media

• Dance

• Design Communication

• Fashion

• Fine Arts

• Interior Design

• Music

• Performance

• Technical & Production Management

Building and Construction Authority Academy

• Government-affiliated Educational Institution

• Education and research arm of Building and

Construction Authority Academy (BCA)

Note: This educational institution and their programmes are not funded or regulated by MOE

as they do not come under MOE’s purview. More information is available at their websites

Apply Directly

Singapore Aviation Academy (SAA)

• Government-Affiliated Educational Institution

• Training arm of Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)

• Diploma in Civil Aviation Management

• Diploma in Airport Engineering

Note: This educational institution and their programmes are not funded or regulated by MOE

as they do not come under MOE’s purview. More information is available at their websites

Apply Directly

Where am I going?There are many education and career

options worth exploring

Explore based on who you are

How Do I Get There?• Find out more about different industries and

related careers

• Use data and trends on future possibilities in specific industries

• Work out your possible education and career goals or plans.

• Map out your pathways and find out the subject pre-requisites

• Review these decisions and plans periodically.

• Take ownership of your goals and take positive steps towards fulfilling them.

Food for thought

1. Do you have a clear passion and inclination for a specific career?

2. Do you know your values, interests, personalitiesand abilities/skills?

3. Do you think choosing your choice of study by following your friends or based on “hearsay” is wise?

4. Do you have someone you can consult regarding your education and career pathways?

5. What is your preferred learning style?

Academic mode or Hands-on?

In a nutshell

Discover who you are

Navigate Pathways

with Confidence

Make Informed Decisions and Own

Them

Keep Learning.

Be Resilient.

Useful Links and Consultation Contacts

Still Unsure?Have a chat with:

o Form Teacher

o ECG Counsellor Mr Teng

Where can I find Mr Teng?

Day: Every ThursdayTime: 8am to 4pmVenue: Library ECG Room

Phone: 6873 9481 ext 838Email: TENG_Swee_Hoe@moe.gov.sg

Booking: https://goo.gl/V722V3

Useful Resources Education and

Career Guidance (ECG) Portal

Provides information about • Polytechnics and ITE • insight into a variety of occupations and their entry level requirements

www.ecareers.sg

Post Secondary School Education

Booklet

Provides information about a range of education institutions. Financial information and an overview of the possible education pathways is also provided.

https://www.moe.gov.sg/docs/default-source/document/education/post-secondary/files/post-secondary-brochure.pdf

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

Provides information on JAE process. https://www.moe.gov.sg/admissions/jae

Early Admissions Exercise

Provides information on EAE process. https://eae.polytechnic.edu.sg/eaeStudIns/menu.jsp

Joint Polytechnic Portal

Provides information on all the 5 Polys’ Courses

http://www.polytechnic.edu.sg/introduction/available-courses

Quick info on school’s profile

Provides quick information of school’s profile http://sis.moe.gov.sg/

Summary

• 3 ECG Questions

• 4 Immediate Education Pathways

• Joint Admission Exercise (JAE)

• JC/MI, Poly, ITE, Arts Institutions/BCA/SAA Academy

• Useful links and Consultation contacts

Thank You