SERANGOON GARDEN SECONDARY SCHOOLEstablished in 1959Perseverance. Respect. Integrity. Diligence. Empathy
Briefing forSec 3E Subject Combinations
8 and 15 July 2020
Guiding Principles for Sec 3 Subject Allocation
oTo 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)
oBased on students’ ability (appropriate level of challenge), aptitude, interest and aspirations for post-secondary education
oBased on school resources and students’ take-up rate (viable size).
Criteria for allocation of
Sec 3 subjects
•Students’ Choices
•Merit - Overall Performance (Combined results)
•School resources
2021 Subject Combination for
Sec 3 Express
• All Sec 3E students must take at least 6 subjects and up to 7 subjects
• Must offer the following subjects(a) English Language(b) Mother Tongue [HCL, 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 2021. The offering of the electives is dependent on the school’s resources and students’ take-up rate.
2021 Subject Combination for Sec 3 Express
(subjected to changes)
GROUP: 7 SUBJECTS Subject
1 English English English
2 Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue
3 Maths Maths Maths
4 Combined Humanities(SS/Geo) or(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
Combined Humanities(SS/Geo) or(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
Combined Humanities(SS/Geo) or(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
5 Pure Chemistry Pure Chemistry Combined Science(Chem/Phy) or
(Chem/Bio)
6 Pure Physics Pure Biology Art / Design & Technology /
Food & Nutrition7 Additional Maths Additional Maths /
Principles of AccountsAdditional Maths / History1 /
Geography1 / Literature1 / Principles of Accounts
1Students cannot opt for (Pure Geo with SS/Geo) or (Pure Hist with SS/Hist) or (Pure Lit with SS/Lit)
2021 Subject Combination for Sec 3 Express
(subjected to changes)
GROUP: 6 SUBJECTS Subject
1 English English English English English
2 Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue
3 Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
4 Combined Humanities(SS/Geo) or(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
Combined Humanities(SS/Geo) or(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
Combined Humanities(SS/Geo) or(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
Combined Humanities(SS/Geo) or(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
Combined Humanities(SS/Geo) or(SS/Hist) or
(SS/Lit)
5 CombinedScience
(Chem/Phy) or(Chem/Bio)
CombinedScience
(Chem/Phy) or(Chem/Bio)
CombinedScience
(Chem/Phy) or(Chem/Bio)
CombinedScience
(Chem/Phy) or(Chem/Bio)
CombinedScience
(Chem/Phy) or(Chem/Bio)
6 Art Design & Technology
Food & Nutrition
Principles of Accounts
Additional Maths
Online Student Interest Survey
The purpose is for Sec 2 students to put in your choices at mid-year.
This is not the final selection for your subject combination. At the endof this academic year, you will be asked to choose your final preferred subject combinations for 2021.
All Sec 2 students are required to register his/her options online via the website https://sgs.schoolhub.sg from 16 July (Thu), 12 pm to 20 July (Mon), 5 pm.
Each student is required to indicate his/her preferred 6 choices, in order of preference, with the endorsement of his/her parent.
Students will be provided with a username and password, to be kept confidential and not to lose the username as well as password.
Submission of 2021 Sec 3 Subject Combinations Options (Mid-Year)
https://sgs.schoolhub.sg/
Upper Sec Combined Science
(Compulsory)
Why study Science?So that you will be able to…..
Understand what’s happening around you
Why study Science?
So that you will be able to…..
Evaluate whether claims are true
Why study Science?So that you will be able to…..
Solve real world problems
(Combined Science)
• 5076 Science (Physics/Chemistry) OR
• 5078 Science (Chemistry/Biology)
Assessment Format (Combined Science)
Type of Paper Duration Marks Science discipline(s) Assessed
Multiple Choice 1 hour40
(20 for each)Both components
together
Structured and Free Response
1 hour 15 minutes
65Component 1(Chemistry)
Structured and Free Response
1 hour 15 minutes
65Component 2 (Physics
or Biology)
PracticalExamination
1 hour 30 minutes
30(15 for each)
Both components together
Weighting of each Science discipline: 50%
Science (Chemistry) Syllabus (Compulsory)
Science (Physics) SyllabusChoice 1
Science (Biology) SyllabusChoice 2
• Compulsory subject• Choose wisely• Choose a Science combination that
you are interested in / will be helpful in the post-secondary course or career which you wish to pursue
• DO NOT be blindly influenced by your friends as everyone hasdifferent strengths, interests andcareer aspirations!
Upper Sec Combined Science
(Combined Science)
Elective Subject:
Pure Physics &
Pure Chemistry &
Pure Biology
Elective: Pure ScienceType of Paper Duration Marks Weighting Remarks
MultipleChoice
1 hour 40 30% ---
Structured and Free Response
1 hour 45 minutes
80 50% Includes a 8 – 12 marks data-based question
requiring candidates to interpret, evaluate or
solve problems using a stem of information.
End-of-course (EOC)
PracticalAssessment
1 hour 50 minutes
40 20% ---
Features of the End-of-course (EOC) Practical Assessment
Reorganisation of skill sets with progression and alignment to skill sets at A-Level
Strengthening of foundational skill sets MMO, PDO, ACE emphasizing on analytical and evaluation skills, and balancing the demand of Planning
Emphasis on the thinking behind the doing and use of real-world contexts, where appropriate
Elective: Pure Science
GCE ‘O’ Level EOC Practical Assessment
Elective: Pure Science
Skill Set Weighting
MMOManipulation,
Measurement and Observation
85%PDOPresentation of
Data and Observation
ACEAnalysis,
Conclusions andEvaluation
P Planning 15%
Manipulation, Measurement and Observation (MMO)
Candidates should be able to:
set up apparatus correctly by following written instructions or diagrams
use common laboratory apparatus and techniques to collect data and make observations
describe and explain how apparatus and techniques are used correctly
make and record accurate observations with good details and measurements to an appropriate degree of precision
make appropriate decisions about measurements or observations
Elective: Pure Science
Examples of MMO questions:
• Explain how you ensure that the metre ruler is kept horizontal.• Why is it important to set up a fiducial line?• Why is it necessary to measure the time taken for 20 oscillations to
determine the period of the pendulum?
• Describe how you ensured your value for the voltmeter reading is accurate.
• Explain why it was necessary to add excess copper(II) oxide.• Explain why it is necessary to stir the mixture in the styrofoam cup
before measuring the highest temperature reached.
Elective: Pure Science
Presentation of Data and Observation (PDO)
Candidates should be able to:
present all information in an appropriate form
manipulate measurements effectively for analysis
present all quantitative data to an appropriate number of decimal places / significant figures
Elective: Pure Science
Examples of PDO questions:
• Measure h, l and d for each position of the slit plate.• Write appropriate headings in the top row of Table 4.1.• Record all of your results in Table 4.1.• For each of your measurements, calculate 𝑑
𝑙and record your
answers in Table 4.1.
• Plot a graph of l against h. Draw a line/curve of best fit.• Record your titration results in the space provided, repeating the
titration as many times as you consider necessary to achieve consistent results.
Elective: Pure Science
Analysis, Conclusions and Evaluation (ACE)
Candidates should be able to:
analyse and interpret data or observations appropriately in relation to the task
draw conclusion(s) from the interpretation of experimental data or observations and underlying principles
make predictions based on their data and conclusions
identify significant sources of errors and explain how they affect the results
state and explain how significant sources of errors (including experimental procedures) may be overcome / improved as appropriate
Elective: Pure Science
Examples of ACE questions:
• State two reasons why P is not equal to the power of the candle flame.
• Describe one difficulty you experienced in obtaining an accurate value for the angle θ. Suggest an improvement to overcome this difficulty.
• Use your results to suggest how the temperature change from the start to the end of the experiment could have affected your results.
• The mass of the given sample metal is 50 g. Predict and explain if there will be any change in the experimental results if a metal sample of 100 g is used instead.
Elective: Pure Science
Planning (P)
Candidates should be able to:
Identify key variables for a given question / problem
Outline an experimental procedure to investigate the question / problem
Describe how the data should be used in order to reach a conclusion
Identify the risks of the experiment and state precautions that should be taken to keep risks to a minimum
Elective: Pure Science
Examples of P questions:
• A student observed that different glass materials bends light to different extent when light passes through them. Plan an experiment to compare the extent to which light bends in the glass materials.
• Plan an experiment to investigate how the depth of a nail in a piece of wood is related to the height of dropping a weight onto it.
• Outline a method to determine whether the antacid tablet contains the mass of citric acid as stated on the box.
Elective: Pure Science
Elective: Pure Chemistry Syllabus
Elective:Pure Physics Syllabus
Elective: Pure Biology Syllabus
Pure Science versusCombined Science
Breadth of syllabus
Depth of syllabus
Demand of assessment questions
Format of Theoretical Assessment
Format of Practical Assessment
Pure Science versusCombined Science
Type of Paper
Pure Science Combined Science
Duration Marks Duration Marks
MultipleChoice
1 hour 40 ~30 minutes 20
Structured and Free Response
1 hour 45 minutes
801 hour 15 minutes
65
PracticalAssessment
1 hour 50 minutes
40 ~45 minutes 15
Elective: Pure Science
Learning Dispositions needed:
• Perseverance
• Resilience
• Passion
• Diligence
• Commitment
• Grit
• 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 you are interested in / will be helpful in the post-secondary course or career which you wish to pursue
• DO NOT be blindly influenced by your friends as everyone has different strengths, interests and career aspirations!
Elective: Pure Science
Upper Sec
Combined Humanities
(Compulsory)
B. OptionalPure Humanities
GeographyStudents will take SS/Hist or SS/Lit
HistoryStudents will take SS/Geog or SS/Lit
Literature in EnglishStudents will take SS/Geo or SS/Hist
A. CompulsoryComb Humanities
with Elective
Social Studies (SS)Literature
GeographyHistory
Humanities
Geography
Elective Geography Physical Geography
Living with Tectonic Hazards Variable Weather and Changing Climate
Human Geography Global Tourism Food Resources
Geography
Pure Geography Physical Geography
Coast Living with tectonic hazards Variable weather and changing climate
Human Geography Global tourism Food Resources Health and diseases
Why study Geography
•Builds on students’ experiences and prior knowledge to examine the physical and human phenomena found on Earth and their complex interactions and patterns
•Helps students acquire a range of knowledge and skills to understand and explain the physical and human phenomena
Why study Geography
•Equips students to become confident people who are able to contribute in everyday conversations about world issues
•Equips students with skills of gathering and analysing information
•Develops in students an inquiring mind to seek answers to issues affecting our lives
Relevance of Geography
Relevance of Geography
History
Elective History•Modern World History (Europe and Asia-Pacific)
* Singapore History is not included in the syllabus
Modern World HistoryHistory at Sec 3 (Elective)1. What was the impact of World War I on Europe?
• Treaty of Versailles and its impact• League of Nations and reasons for its weakness• Disarmament efforts and impact on the world• Recovery of Germany after World War I
2. How did Stalin rise to power in Communist Russia?• Reasons for Stalin’s rise to power in 1929• Impact of Stalin’s rule in the 1930s and 1940s
3. How did Hitler rise to power in Nazi Germany?• Reasons for Hitler’s rise to power in 1932• Impact of Hitler’s rule in the 1930s and 1940s
Modern World HistoryHistory at Sec 3 (Elective)4. How did Fascism arise in Japan?
• Reasons for rise of Fascism and Militarism in the 1930s• Impact of Fascism in Japan in the 1930s
5. Why did World War II break out in Europe?• Reasons for outbreak of war in Europe in 1939• Reasons for Germany’s defeat in Europe in 1945
Modern World History
History at Sec 4 and 5 (Elective)6. Why did World War II break out in Asia-Pacific?
• Reasons for outbreak of war in Asia-Pacific in 1941• Reasons for Japan’s defeat in Asia-Pacific in 1945
7. How did the Cold War change the modern world?• Causes of the Cold War in Europe and Asia after 1945• Reasons for the end of the Cold War in 1989• Reasons for end of Communist Soviet Union in 1991
The Making of the Contemporary World Order (1870s–1991)
Pure History• Unit 1 – European Dominance and Expansion in the late 19th
century
• Unit 2 – The World in Crisis • Unit 3 – Bi-Polarity and the Cold War • Unit 4 – Decolonisation and Emergence of Nation-States
What are the skills you can acquire through History/Geography?
Critical thinking skills• Ability to evaluate evidence• Exercise sound reasoning to arrive at reasoned
conclusionsCommunication skills• Generating and sharing of perspectives and opinions• Engaging in debates about comparative significanceLanguage and writing skills• Ability to formulate arguments and construct explanations
effectively
Other lifelong skills:• Acquire knowledge of global issues and current affairs
• Develop maturity by understanding how the world works and why certain decisions are made, with historical empathy
• Appreciate and value multiple perspectives• Understand ambiguity and exercise sound evaluation across different situations
What are the skills you can acquire through History/ Geography?
Higher Order Skills for JCs and Polytechnics
• Inquiry and Research Skills for Inquiry-based projects
•Presentations•Class Discussions•Argumentative Essays in General Paper•Training in critical thinking and sound reasoning
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 cultures
What 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 overseas
• Private sector• Business Services: Public Relations, Marketing, Advertising,
Tourism Management, Mass Communication, Human Resource
• Corporations: SIA, Shell, Mitsubishi, Ernst & Young, Ogilvy, etc.
Ms Elizabeth Tan FounderHeatwave Shoes
Mr Alvin KohDiplomat
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Mrs Julia HangDirector for Corporate CommunicationPress Secretary to MinisterMinistry of National Development
What kind of jobs can you expect as a Humanities student?
Literature in EnglishSyllabus 2274/02
& Literature in English 2065
Literature 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 skills
Aims of the Literature Syllabus
To enable students to:
• discover the joys of reading Literature;• appreciate the aesthetic value of language;• engage personally with a variety of texts and draw
connections between self, texts and the world;
• articulate perceptive and analytical thinking;• explore how the elements of different genres
function to achieve specific effects; and
• appreciate the importance of contexts in which literary texts are written and understood.
Text for 2020 and 2021Literature 2274/02 & 2065/01
“Each story invites readers to enter into the world of marginal yet strangely familiar figures, to explore the possibilities of empathy, and thus to see familiar landscapes in a new light.” —Philip Holden, editor
These stories are set in disparate locations in Singapore, ranging from landed properties to migrant worker dormitories, and speak of struggles and persistence. And love.
Extracted from https://www.ethosbooks.com.sg/products/hook-and-eye-stories-from-the-margins
The Glass Menagerie is a memory play, about a mother’s wish for survival, a son’s wish for freedom, and daughter’s wish for love and acceptance. Set in 1930s, in an American city in the grips of The Great Depression, this is a play that re-examines family ties, and individual dreams and desires in an uncaring society.
Text for 2020 and 2021Literature 2065/2
LITERATURE 2274/02
LITERATURE 2065
What Can I Expect if I Choose to Take Up Literature?
You are cool!
Holistic and Experiential Learning
• Camps, theatre trips and creative writing modules
Critical Thinking and Analysis
• Lessons based on the how and why of responding to texts.• Responding critically and justifying one’s own analysis.
Qualifying Criteria for Literature
• Participation in Advanced Literature would be an advantage
• 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.
Stories from your Seniors
Taking lit has allowed me to pursue the craziest things in life, and to appreciate the different people and situations I meet. Currently working in the media industry which I’ve never thought I would thrive in, Literature is an all rounded subject that taught me skills that I continue to apply today.
Joslyn Seahpioneer E.Lit batch of 2014worked at MissTamChiak.comreading Business at SMU
Rachel & Elizabeth, currently struggling with Literature in Catholic
JC because O Lit was ‘too easy’
To Be or Not to Be… Any Questions???
Additional Mathematics(Elective Subject)
Elective Subject: Additional Mathematics
Paper Duration Description Marks Weighting
Paper 1 2h 15m There will be 9 - 11 questions of varying marks and lengths.
Candidates are required to answer ALL questions.
90 50%
Paper 2 2h 15m There will be 9 - 11 questions of varying marks and lengths.
Candidates are required to answer ALL questions.
90 50%
Scheme of Assessment for O-Level Additional Mathematics
Syllabus Organisation
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 mathematics Syllabus includes abstract (more
challenging content) mathematics
Covers wide range of topics:
Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry,
Statistics, Trigonometry etc.
Specialized topics, focusing more
on Algebra
Working for questions is much
shorter
Working for questions is much
longer
Sample Question 1
Sample Question 2
Sample Question 3
1. Add Maths is not a required subject to enter Polytechnics or Junior Colleges
2. However, Add Maths will provide good grounding forengineering courses in Polytechnics and Arts courses in JC.
3. Add Maths will be critical for JC (Sci Courses – Maths C)
Elective Subject: Additional Mathematics
Art
(Elective Subject)
21st century prospects
Visual LiteracyCritical and Inventive Thinking Confident Person
Visual Communication & Design
Ultimately ‘O’ level art is designed to build the fundamentals of your ARTISTIC SKILLS & PORTFOLIO
for tertiary studies
Not merely to be an artist, one is trained to have multi-artistic skills for the future
Elective Subject: Art
SGS ART LEARNING Beyond classroom learning1) NAFA/ LASALLE Open House2) Museums learning journeys3) Nanyang Polytechnic IDM day4) Art workshops with artists5) Competitions
SGS ART ACHIEVEMENTS1) 2014 - 2018 Bi-annual SYF Art Exhibition2) 2014 - 2018 Annual Art Exhibited at AMK Library3) 2017 Yellowren Arts Festival – Honourable Mention4) 2017 Make The Change (MTC) Competition – Best Design and Most Creative5) 2018 Make the Change (MTC) Competition – Judges Choice Award
ARTIST
ANIMATOR
FASHION DESIGNER
PHOTO-GRAPHER
INTERIORDESIGNER
ARCHITECT
CURATOR
ART TEACHER
FUTURE PROSPECTSLocal Art Related
Occupations
ART DIRECTOR
Credits to: http://stcommunities.straitstimes.com/movies/2013/12/18/singaporean-roger-lee-lights-hit-disney-movie-frozen
“…Mr Lee is particularly proud of adding his touch on a 22-second sequence where the ice palace is bathed in a sea of red as Queen Elsa struggles to suppress her powers of conjuring ice and snow... “... I was lucky enough to light the entire sequence myself. Usually for such long sequences, you have a few artists working on it," said Mr Lee, a graduate of Ngee Ann Polytechnic's Film, Sound and Video course.
”
Ex-Student: Arvin’s Journey (Poly Yr 2)
I'm studying digital animation in Singapore Poly :)
Secondary art education helped me in creating my portfolio for presentation to my course lecturers as well as prepared me with the foundations of art (EOA) such perspective drawing, shadings and shadows.
My lessons related to art are conducted in 3 different locations. A computer lab for when we do ‘maya’, our 3-d modelling module, as well as photoshop. Then we have traditional animation where we learn to animate like Miyazaki. It's held in a place we call the forge (refer to image on the right).
We are trained to be pipeline production workers similar to how in the production of a movie, there's the pre production, production and post production. Careers are found in production houses who do animations for almost anything there's no specific. But then there are companies like Disney, Blue sky, Dreamworks they have an independent system that's different from standard production houses. Thus you have to be headhunted by their scouts or if you have a friend who can get you an internship.
This is a sum of what I know about my course and it's career insights. There's still quite abit more about the course that I am still in the midst of learning.
POLYTECHNICS WITH ART
RELATED COURSESNanyang Poly, Temasek Poly,
Ngee Ann Poly, Republic Poly
& Singapore Poly
E.g.: NYP: Digital Game Art & Design, TP: Diploma in Comm Design, Diploma in Interior Architecture Design, RP: Media Production & Design, SP: Visual Effects & Motion Graphics, NP: Diploma in Arts Business Management
ART SCHOOLS &
ART COURSES
Lasalle courses:Diploma in AnimationDiploma in FashionDiploma in Fine ArtsDiploma in Interior Design etc.
NAFA courses:NAFA Foundation Program (After N’level)Diploma in Art Teaching (Scholarship)Diploma in Graphic DesignDiploma in FashionDiploma in Design etc.
Ex-Student: Liyana’s Journey (Admission to Nafa)
I am taking Fashion Design in NAFA and my lessons starts next week.
In order to qualify, I had to sit for admission tests. I sat for both Fine Arts and Fashion Design. During the tests I am expected to complete 3 task in 3 hours. I finalized on these two courses as I am interested to further my studies in either one. My journey during coursework has equipped me with the fundamentals of drawing figures and faces of people and being experimental with mediums.
Fine Arts – drew my hand in 3 different angles, referring to magazines as sources of inspiration to create another work and lastly, write a short write-up on the art pieces that I drew.
Fashion Design: I had to illustrate a gown, cocktail dress or street wear, sewing techniques & essay on personal style or career plans upon graduation.
I hope these breakdown is helpful for the juniors!
OUR REQUIREMENTS ?The following are the criteria we are looking for in a potential ART STUDENT…
Required AttitudeInterest/PassionCommitment (Time & Effort)Skillfulness (Can be trained) Curiosity and boldness (Open-minded)
Elective Subject: Art
Paper Weightage Requirement
Paper 1: Coursework 60% Compulsory
Paper 2: Drawing and
Painting
40% Choose one out
of the two papers
Paper 3: Study of
Visual Arts
‘O’ LEVEL ART EXAMINATION
Elective Subject: Art
Preparatory Work & Final Art Work
O level : 8 A2 prep workN level : 5 A2 prep work
Final art work
Final art work
Food and Nutrition
(Elective Subject)
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6087]
Lower Sec Upper Sec Subject Food and Consumer
Education Food and Nutrition
Subject Name
Where We work
Lower Sec Lesson TypeVenues Food Lab 1 [F01-03]
Food Lab 2 [F01-04]
Practical
Project Room [F01-05]-depending on class size
Computer Labs
Theory/ Coursework
Coursework
Aims and Objectives To provide students with knowledge and skills, and
inculcate in them positive attitudes that will empower them to make informed food and consumer choices in their daily life.
Students are expected to demonstrate the ability to apply the nutrition and food management for healthy living.
Students are able to demonstrate several culinary skills and evaluate on products via food chemistry
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]
Curriculum Time MOE recommendation:
Minimum 2.75 hours per week
Teaching Approaches•Problem –Based Learning to enhanceindependent learning
•Differentiated Instruction, e.g. online learning, learning journeys, competitions,videos, group activities, etc .
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6087]
Achievements• Top 10 Finalist for Ichef [2014 - 2016 and
2018] • Collaboration with TOUCH Diabetes (2016
– 2019)• 4th Place for APS Challenge [2015]• Champion and 2nd Place for Lam Soon
Sandwich Making Competition (2014)• Champion for Truly Singapore Ice cream
Making competition by NYP and Swensens(2015)
• Champion for RGS Naturel Cook off (2014)• Champion for Lam Soon Sandwich Making
Competition (2014 - 2019)• Champion for APS Challenge Baking
Competition (2014)
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6087]
Relevance in the Food Industry / Real World Context
A gist of students’ work
(Nutrition & Food Science)
AssessmentExam Component Nutrition & Food Science
‘O’ levels
Written Paper 40% [100 marks](2 hour paper)
Coursework 60%(50 pages)
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6087]
Popular Courses in Polytechnic
(Nutrition & Food Science)
Polytechnic Course / Diplomas DPPNanyangPolytechnic
Food Science and Nutrition DPP: 11 pointsEL:3, Maths:3 F&N:3 and two other
Temasek Polytechnic
Food and Sciences/ Applied Science and NutritionBaking & Culinary SciencesConsumer Science and Technology Hospitality & Tourism Management
Republic Poly Biotechnology Sports, Health and Leisure Restaurants and Culinary OperationsHotel and Hospitality ManagementHealthcare Administration
Singapore Polytechnic
Food Science and TechnologyNutrition, Health and Wellness
ITE/ Other Options Organization CoursesITE 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 Culinary
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6087]
Design & Technology
Syllabus (7059)
(Elective Subject)
Aims of D&T
Design & Technology places great emphasison the discipline of design awareness,appreciation of function, aesthetics andtechnology in design.
It aims to promote problem solving designactivities and to develop appropriatetechnical and graphical skills to realizesolutions in design problems.
Subject content (D&T)
The subject content is organised into two sections, namely:
Section 1: DesignSection 2: Technology
Assessment (D&T)
Paper Description Duration Marks Weighting
1 Written Paper 2 hours 80 40 %
2 Design Project 22 weeks 60 60 %
Design Project
The design project comprises four components
-Design Journal-Presentation Board-Mock-up-Prototype
Design journal
Presentation boards
Prototype
Prototype Eligibility (D&T)
As this subject is primarily project-based over a duration of 20 weeks,
-Students must possess the perseverenceand diligence to engage in recurring problem-solving design activities.
-Students must be competent in drawingtechniques for design communication.
Career Prospects
Possible career opportunities in the following industries:
Art & Design (e.g. Product designer)
IT (e.g Web designer)
Construction (e.g Architect)
Manufacturing (e.g. Manufacturing Engineer)
Principles of Accounts(Elective Subject)
Accounting involves • the recording and processing of business transactions
• communicating of information to stakeholders. •evaluating business performance and facilitating decision-making.
Read, understand and analyse financial accounts
Strong Mathematics foundation is important, to manage complex mathematical tasks such as calculating depreciation and compound interest.
Hence, you will need to like numbers and love working with numbers, using calculators.
Principles of Accounts (POA)
Explain concepts and their application in real-world scenarios
Good command of English is required for theory questions.
Given a set of financial results, you will need to analyse them (e.g. give reasons and recommend measures for future).
Principles of Accounts (POA)
Represent data accurately and meaningfully
Formats are involved, which require subject discipline
You need to know where to put specific numbers, understand data and represent them (e.g. your Chemistry marks are inserted into your Combined Science results, your EL oral marks are inserted into your EL results).
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 well and explain methods how can you improve your overall EL marks?
Principles of Accounts (POA)
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