Post-Secondary EducationPathways

Contact Details

Name: Mr Teng, ECG Counsellor

Email: TENG_Swee_Hoe@moe.gov.sg

Venue : ECG Room, Library

Day: Every Thursday

Time: 8am to 5pm

Agenda• MySkillsFuture Portal

• Joint Admission Exercise (JAE)

• JC / MI

• Poly

• Making Choices

MySKILLSfuture Portal

• Replace eCareers.sg portal

(to be decommissioned in Nov 17)

• Discover yourself

• Jobs Information

• Education Course Information

• Login by this year

– Default password expires by end of this year

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1https://www.myskillsfuture.sg/secondary

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Your NRIC

number,

e.g. T0012345K

e.g. ****12345K (**** is a four digit number your

teacher will share with you)2 3

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First 4 digits School Code = 3047Last 6 characters of NRIC =T0612345K

Password: 304712345Ks

School Code: 3047

Password: 304712345K

Note: Use Capital letters for both NRIC and Password

NRIC: T0612345K

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e.g. Math1234

Password is case

sensitive.

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89

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(Your NRIC number) (new Password)

Re-directed to login page again

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Multiple Pathways for GCE O-Level Students

Overview of Pathways

ITEHigher Nitec(JAE/ITE EAE) /Nitec (JIE ‘O’)

PolytechnicDiploma

(JAE/Poly EAE)

Secondary School (GCE O-Levels)

JC/MIA-Level/

IB Diploma(JAE)

NAFA/LASALLE/BCA

Diploma(Apply direct)

University (Degree) / Work

JAE: Joint Admission Exercise EAE: Early Admission Exercise

JIE ‘O’: Joint Intake Exercise

4 Immediate Pathways

Junior College/Millennia Institute (MI)

A-Level/IB Diploma2 yrs for JC3 yrs for MI

ITE Higher Nitec – 2 yrs

Nitec – 2 yrs

Polytechnic Diploma – 3 yrs

OthersLaSalle/NAFA/BCA

Diploma – 3 yrs

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.

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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

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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

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How to apply to JCs/MI/Poly/ITE ?

Joint Admission Exercise (JAE)• Scheduled in January 2018

• 6 calendar days from GCE O-Level results release

• Tentative O-level results release dates: 11 to 15 January 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 6 Oct 2017, 5pm.

Pre-university EducationJunior Colleges (JC)/

Millenia Institute (MI)

Junior Colleges (JCs) & Millennia Institute (MI)

General

• GCE ‘A’ Level

• International Baccalaureate Diploma (ACS-I and SJI)

• 16 JCs in 2018

• 1 Millennia Institute (MI)

Duration of study

• JC – 2 years

• MI – 3 years

Eligibility Criteria (Gross: Exclude Bonus Points)

• JC – L1R5 ≤ 20

• MI – L1R4 ≤ 20

Nature JC MI

Qualifications A-levels

International Baccalaureate Diploma (SJI and ACS-I )

A-levels

Duration 2-Years 3-Years

Eligibility criteria

Gross L1R5 ≤ 20 points Gross L1R4 ≤ 20 points

ProgrammesOffered

ScienceArts Special Programmes

ScienceArts Commerce Programmes

Examination Timeline

Year 1: MTL & PWYear 2: 3H2, 1H1 & GP

Year 1: MTLYear 2: PW, 1H1 & MTLYear 3: 3H2 & GP

L1R5: For Junior College Course

L1 First Language English / Higher Mother Tongue

R5

Relevant Subject 1 Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music / Malay (Special Programme) / Chinese (Special Programme) / Bahasa Indonesia

Relevant Subject 2 Mathematics / Science

Relevant Subject 3 Humanities / Higher Art / Higher Music / Mathematics / Science / Malay (Special Programme) / Chinese (Special Programme) / Bahasa Indonesia

Relevant Subject 4 Any GCE ‘O’ Level subjects (except Religious Knowledge and CCA)

Relevant Subject 5 Any GCE ‘O’ Level subjects (except Religious Knowledge and CCA)

Source: JAE 2017, Section 5, pg 24

L1R5 Aggregate Computation (JC)

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Source: JAE 2017, Section 5, pg 24

L1R4 Aggregate Computation (MI)

L1R4: For Millennia Institute Course

L1 First Language English / Higher Mother Tongue

R4

Relevant Subject 1 Humanities/ Higher Art / Higher Music / Mathematics / Science/ Malay (Special Programme) / Chinese (Special Programme)/ Bahasa Indonesia

Relevant Subject 2 Humanities/ Higher Art / Higher Music / Mathematics / Science / Malay (Special Programme) / Chinese (Special Programme) / Bahasa Indonesia

Relevant Subject 3 Any GCE ‘O’ Level subjects or CCA (except Religious Knowledge)

Relevant Subject 4 Any GCE ‘O’ Level subjects or CCA (except Religious Knowledge)

For 2018 JAE admissions, CCA grade shall NOT be used for L1R4 computation.

For some students under LEAPS 1.0 who are eligible for MI if they were to use their

CCA grade, they may appeal directly to MI for 2018 JAE admission.

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Merger of JCs• With effect from 2019, 4 pairs of JCs will be merged

• The affected JCs are:

Region SchoolsLocation of merged schools

1 North-EastSerangoon JC (SRJC),Anderson JC (AJC)

Site of Anderson JC

2 NorthInnova JC (IJC),Yishun JC (YJC)

Site of Yishun JC

3 EastTampines JC (TPJC),Meridian JC (MJC)

Site of Meridian JC

4 WestJurong JC (JJC),Pioneer JC (PJC)

Site of Pioneer JC

Source: http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/education/4-pairs-of-jcs-to-merge-as-student-numbers-shrink-14-primary-and-6-secondary

Merger of JCs

• The 4 JCs below which will fold into others in 2019 will NOT take in a fresh cohort of JC1 students in 2018:

– SRJC

– IJC

– TPJC

– JJC

Source: http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/education/4-pairs-of-jcs-to-merge-as-student-numbers-shrink-14-primary-and-6-secondary

JC Mergers Possible COPs Implications

• All other JCs planned with an increase in enrolment compared to 2017 JC1 intake

• Sufficient capacity to cater to demand for JC places

• May result in an increase in Cut-Off Points (COPs)

• COPs variations do not reflect on quality of schools; but is due to larger JC intakes and students’ choice patterns

JC/MI Admission Criteria

• Eligibility Criteria

– JC: L1R5 ≤ 20

– MI: L1R4 ≤ 20

• Table 10: Subject Requirements

JC/MI Admission Criteria

For more info, refer to page 28-29 of 2017 JAE booklet.

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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:

Same Complexity

JC Subject Combinations

No. ofsubjects

Level of study Remarks

3 H2 Content-Based Subjects 4 Content-based subjects

At least 1 H1 or H2 subjectis from a contrastingdiscipline

1 H1/H2 Content-Based Subject 1

1 H1 Mother Tongue Language (MTL) 2

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

1 H1 Project Work (PW)

Note1 Most JCs offer 3 H2 + 1 H1 combination for content-based subjects; Certain JCs like HCI

and RI may have students taking 4H2 content-based subjects2 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.

Special Programmes

Special Programmes JCs Offering

Art Elective Programme (AEP) HCI, NJC, NYJC

Drama Elective Programme (DEP) ACJC, TPJC, VJC

Music Elective Programme (MEP) ACJC, ACS(I), EJC, RI, TJC

Language Elective Programme (English) (ELEP) ACJC, CJC, RI

Language Elective Programme (Chinese) (CLEP) HCI, JJC, NYJC, TJC

Information extracted from MOE: https://www.moe.gov.sg/docs/default-

source/document/education/admissions/jae/files/2017-jae-information-booklet.pdf

Language Elective Programme (Malay) (MLEP) IJC, PJC, TPJC

Language Elective Programme(French/German/Japanese)

LEP (French/German/ Japanese) at MOE Language Centre

National Elective Tamil Language Programme (NETP) Umar Pulavar Tamil Language Centre

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‘A’ Level Special Programmes

Special Programmes JCs Offering

MOE Humanities Programme ACJC, ACS(I), EJC, HCI, NJC, RI, TJC, VJC

Regional Studies Programme (RSP)The RSP aims to nurture a core group of non-Malay students who are comfortably conversant in the Malay Language (ML)/Bahasa Indonesia (BI) and able to engage the region effectively.

ACS(I), RI, VJC

Bicultural Studies Programme (Chinese) (BSP (C))All BSP(C) students will learn about contemporary China while also being able to engage the West.

HCI, EJC

Information extracted from MOE: http://www.moe.gov.sg/cpdd/alevel2006/experience/special.htm &

https://www.moe.gov.sg/docs/default-source/document/education/admissions/jae/files/2017-jae-information-booklet.pdf

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)

• 6 Discipline Groups:– Studies in Language and

Literature

– Language Acquisition

– Individuals and Societies

– Mathematics

– Sciences

– The Arts

• 3 Core Requirements:– Extended Essay (EE)

– Theory of Knowledge (ToK)

– Creativity, Action & Service (CAS)

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)

• Full IB Diploma Programme

– 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects – provide greater depth of study across a broader range of content in the subjects

– 3 Standard Level (SL) subjects – provide breadth of study

– 3 core requirements of the IBDP• Extended Essay (EE) – 4,000 word essay which acquaints students with the

independent research and writing skills expected at university

• Theory of Knowledge (ToK) – to provide coherence by exploring the nature of knowledge across disciplines, encouraging an appreciation of other cultural perspectives

• Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) – encourages students to be involved in artistic pursuits, sports and community service work, fostering students’ awareness and appreciation of life outside the academic arena

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) – ACS(I)

Grp 1 Literature (English) (HL/SL); Language & Literature (English) (HL/SL)

Grp 2 Chinese B/ Malay B/ Tamil B/ Hindi B (SL) OR Ab initio (Spanish, French, Mandarin & Malay (SL))

Grp 3 Business Management (HL/SL); Economics (HL/SL); Geography (HL/SL); History (HL/SL)

Grp 4 Biology (HL/SL); Chemistry (HL/SL); Physics (HL/SL); Computer Science (HL)

Grp 5 Mathematics (HL/SL)

Grp 6 Music (HL/SL); Visual Arts (HL/SL)

Others Pastoral Care, Physical Education

Source: JAE 2017 pg 105

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) – SJI

Grp 1 English A: Literature (HL), English A: Language and Literature (HL/SL), English A: Literature and Performance (SL), Chinese A: Literature (SL)

Grp 2 Chinese B (HL/SL), Malay B (SL), Tamil B (SL),Mandarin ab initio (SL), French ab initio (SL), Malay ab initio (SL)

Grp 3 Economics (HL/SL), History (HL/SL), Geography (HL/SL)

Grp 4 Biology (HL/SL), Chemistry (HL/SL), Physics (HL/SL)

Grp 5 Mathematics (HL/SL), Further Mathematics (HL)

Grp 6 Music (HL/SL), Visual Arts (HL/SL)

Source: JAE 2017 pg 128

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Typical JC Life

In-depth study of content. More conceptual and theoretical.

Academic and Non-academic experience (CCA, VIA, School events etc)

Probably stay with same group of classmates

Lectures and Tutorials

Typical school day ends in the late afternoon (eg. 4pm to 6pm)

Wear School Uniform

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 2018

• 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 2017

• 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

Gross ELR2B2 Computation Example

Subjects O-level results ELR2B2 Usage ELR2B2 Points

English B3 EL 3

Chinese A2 B2 2

Higher Chinese C5

E. Maths A1 R2 1

A. Maths B3

SS / History A2 R2 2

Chemistry A2 B2 2

Biology B3

Diploma Course to apply: Banking and Finance (NYP)

Aggregate Type: B

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Poly Courses – 2017 net ELR2B2Polytechnic (Poly) Some Courses Net ELR2B2 Other Courses Net ELR2B2

Singapore Poly Applied Chemistry - 10Biomedical Science - 7Biotechnology - 9

Energy Sys & Management - 21Computer Engineering - 17Engineering Systems - 21

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

Electronic & Comp Engr - 19Electrical Engineering - 21Health Sciences (Nursing) - 26

Nanyang Poly Molecular Biotech - 11Medicinal Chemistry - 12Accountancy & Finance - 13

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

Republic Poly Biomedical Sciences - 13HR Mgt w Psychology - 17Marine Sc & Aquaculture - 16

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

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

Electrical & Electronic Engr - 23Clean Energy -21Green Building & Sustainability - 24

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9 Poly Clusters

• Engineering

• Built environment

• Maritime studies

• Health sciences

• Applied sciences

• Information and Digital technologies

• Media and Design

• Business & Management

• Humanities

Joint Poly Portal

Link: http://www.polytechnic.edu.sg/

Typical Polytechnic Life

Applied learning. Build industry-relevant skills.

“Bite-sized” modules that change every semester over 3 years.

Classmates may change every semester.

Lectures and Tutorials.(Except Republic Poly => No lectures; Seminars instead)

Time-table varies every day. Breaks may happen at different intervals.

Dress smartly. No uniform.

Making Choices

JC or Poly?

Know Yourself

Learning Styles

CareerInterests

Working Style -

Projects

Value(Structured

or less structured)

Better able to make informed decisions

JC or Poly? + JC and Poly

Know where you are going

JC Subject CombinationsPoly

Modules

Jobs for this Diploma

Indicative Grade Profile

(IGP)

Credit Exemptions

SubjectPre-requisites

CCA

Indicative Grade Profile (IGP)NUS/NTU/SMU

University Interview Applicability

https://sutd.edu.sg/Admissions/Undergraduate/Application/Admissions-Requirements

https://admissions.smu.edu.sg/admissions

https://www.singaporetech.edu.sg/applying-to-SIT/admission-requirements

http://www.suss.edu.sg/admissions/Undergraduate/Pages/default.aspx

Local Universities’ Admissions

Renaissance Engineering, Bioengineering, Materials Engineering, Communication studies, Chinese, Economics, Psychology, Medicine, Chem & Biochem, Education (NIE)

Architecture, Dentistry, Industrial Design, Law, Medicine and Nursinghttp://www.nus.edu.sg/oam/apply/local/interviews/BYA-interviews.html

All courses

All courses

All courses

All courses

Example: NTU Subject Pre-requisites

Example: SAJC Subjects pre-requisites

Example: Poly Subjects pre-requisites

Diploma in Mass Communication

Conclusion

• MySKILLSfuture Portal

• Broad Education Pathways

• JC

• Poly

• Making Choices

– Know who you are?

– Know where you are going?

– How do you get there?

(Mindset; Open House, Today?)

Thank You