Serangoon Garden Secondary School
Briefing for
2019 Sec 3NA
Subject Combination
(For Parents)
24 May 2018
Mr Wang Jianyu
(Year Head, Lower Sec)
Covering
Vision: Compassionate Leaders. Critical Thinkers
Post-Secondary Education
Sec 3 Subject Combination
- Assessment and Promotion Criteria at Sec 2NA
- Guiding Principles and criteria
- Proposed combinations for 2019 (Subjected to
changes)
- Online Interest Survey
Question & Answer
Meeting with Form Teachers (classrooms)
Agenda
Post-Secondary Education
4
12*
GCE N-Level Exam
4 years N(A) Course
2 years ITE
Direct-Entry-
Scheme to
Polytechnic Prog
(DPP)
10 weeks
Prep Programme
Pathways for NA Students
GCE O-Level Exam
1 year Sec 5
Polytechnic (3 years)
2 years ITE
Nitec
2 years ITE
Higher
Nitec
NAFA/
LaSalle
(3 years)Polytechnic
(3 years)
1 year
Foundation
Programme
Poly-
technic
(2 years)
Junior College
(2 years) /
Centralised
Institute
(3 years)
About
Top 12%About
Top 30%
Post Secondary Education
GCE ‘N(A)’ Level
Polytechnic
Foundation (1 year)
ELMAB3 ≤ 12 points and
(a)EL ≤ 3 and MA ≤ 3 or
(b)EL ≤ 2 and MA ≤ 3
(mainly Business-
related courses)
(c) All other subjects ≤ 3
Polytechnics
(3 years)
(Diploma)
Direct Entry Scheme
to ITE (Higher Nitec)
(2 yrs)
ELMAB3 ≤ 19 &
EL and Math ≤ Grade 4
For Business and
Accountancy related
courses, EL grade ≤ 3.
Polytechnics
(3 years)
(Diploma)
Sec 5N(A)
ELMAB3
≤ 19 points
‘O’ Level
JC/CI Poly
ITE
(Higher
Nitec)
Which pathway has the strictest criteria?
Which is easier to qualify – Direct Higher Nitec or Sec 5N?
For N(A) students who are academically
strong and clearly polytechnic bound
PFP eligibility:
ELMAB3 ≤12 points
EL ≤ Grade 2 (for Business related courses)
or Grade 3 (for other courses)
Maths and other 3 subjects ≤ Grade 3
Suitable for students with blended
learning styles (conceptual and applied)
Polytechnic Foundation Prog
(PFP)
Direct Entry Scheme from
ITE to-Poly Prog (DPP)
8
For N(A) students who are fairly strong academically
DPP eligibility (Higher Nitec):
EMB3 ≤ 19 points & EL & Math ≤ Grade 4
(More stringent Criteria than Sec 5)
Suitable for students whose learning styles are more
application-based and hands-on
Advantage of choosing DPP (Higher Nitec) over Sec 5N
Direct entry to Higher Nitec, which is otherwise only
available for O-level holders
Students assured of 1st or 2nd year place in related poly
Diploma course, if they attain qualifying GPA scores
Post- Secondary Education
Polytechnics
Nanyang Polytechnic
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Republic Polytechnic
Singapore Polytechnic
Temasek Polytechnic
Courses are hands-on and focus on preparing students for work
Students graduate with
a Diploma in
specific area of study.
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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.
Real World
SkillsAcademic
knowledge
Post- Secondary Education
https://www.ite.edu.sg
Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
Preparing you for a promising career
Numerous partnerships with
key industry players
Courses that meet economic and
global demands
Institute of Technical Education (ITE)
For students with an
aptitude for hands-on learning
National ITE
Certification
(NITEC)
Higher National
ITE Certification
(Higher NITEC)
Calculating your EMB3 aggregate
Eng + Maths + 3 Best Subjects
Must pass at least 5 subjects for
aggregate to be counted (including
EL and Maths)
Candidate is eligible for DPP (Higher
Nitec) and Sec 5
So which option should the
student choose?
* For example
English 2
Mathematics 3
Science 4
SS/Geog 3
Mother Tongue 3
EMB3 Aggregate
= 15
Sec 3 Subject Allocation
Grading System
(2NA)
2 Normal Academic
GRADES MARKS
1 75 - 100
2 70-74
3 65-69
4 60-64
5 50-59
U Below 50
2NA
Retained in
2NAPromoted
to 3NA
Not met pass
criteria
Promotion Criteria for
Sec 2NA to 3NA
Based on the overall combined results
Pass
(a) EL and 2 other
subjects
or (b) 4 subjects
Lateral Transfer from
Secondary 2NA to 3E
Objective: to enable the better able pupils
to progress at a pace suited to their ability
***Promotion to Sec 3 Express
(i) Average score of 70% or more and
(ii) Score 70% or more for EL, Maths and
Science
***Subjected to changes by the school
Assessment Weightage for
Secondary 2 NA
Semester One
Continual
Assessment (CA1)
15%
Semestral
Assessment (SA1)
or Mid-Year Exam
25%
Semester Two
Continual
Assessment (CA2)
15%
Semestral
Assessment (SA2)
or Year-End Exam
45%
Guiding Principles for
allocation of Sec 3 subjects
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, 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
Overall Results Ranking (Combined results)
Results for specific subjects
(eg. History, Geography, D&T, F&N,
Art)
Student’s Choices
Vacancy of electives
2019 Subject Combination for Sec 3NA
(Subjected to changes)
GROUP 1: 6 SUBJECTS (‘O’ Level Maths and the other 5 subjects are offered
at ‘N’ Level)
Subject N1A N1B N1C N1D
1 English English English English
2 Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother
Tongue
Mother
Tongue
3 Mathematics (‘O’
Level)
Mathematics
(‘O’ Level)
Mathematics
(‘O’ Level)
Mathematics
(‘O’ Level)
4 Combined Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist)
Combined
Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist)
Combined
Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist)
Combined
Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist)
5 Combined Science
(Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio)
Combined
Science
(Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio)
Combined
Science
(Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio)
Combined
Science
(Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio)
6 Art Design &
Technology
Food &
Nutrition
Principles Of
Accounts
GROUP: 6 SUBJECTS (All ‘N’ Level subjects)Subject N2A N2B N2C N2D
1 English English English English
2 Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue Mother Tongue
3 Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics
4 Combined
Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist)
Combined
Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist)
Combined
Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist)
Combined
Humanities
(SS/Geo) or
(SS/Hist)
5 Combined
Science
(Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio)
Combined
Science
(Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio)
Combined
Science
(Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio)
Combined
Science
(Chem/Phy)
(Chem/Bio)
6 Art Design &
Technology
Food & Nutrition Principles of
Accounts
2019 Subject Combination for Sec 3NA
(Subjected to changes)
Upper Sec
Combined Humanities
(Compulsory)
Compulsory with ElectiveMinimum Criteria
to CHOOSE
Social StudiesGeography ≥ 60m in Geography
History ≥ 65m in History
Humanities
Concepts in Humanities
Causes / Reasons
Consequences / Effects
Processes and Impacts
Change and Continuity
Comparative Significance
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 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
Ms Elizabeth Tan
Founder
Heatwave Shoes
Mr Alvin Koh
Diplomat
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Mrs Julia Hang
Director for Corporate Communication
Press Secretary to Minister
Ministry of National Development
What kind of jobs can you expect
as a Humanities student?
Upper Sec Combined Science
(Compulsory)
Scheme of Assessment
(Combined Science)
5105 Science (Physics/Chemistry) OR 5107 Science (Chemistry/Biology)
Type of Paper Marks Duration Science
discipline(s)
assessed
MCQ 20 1 hour 15
minutes
Component 1
(Chemistry)Structured
Questions
30
MCQ 20 1 hour 15
minutes
Component 2
(Physics or
Biology)Structured
Questions
30
Upper Sec
Combined Science
Qualifying Criteria:
Students choosing to do Science(Physics) or
Science(Biology) should
have obtained ≥ 65% (Grade 3) for the specified
Lower Secondary Science module for Sec 2
*Final decision lies with the school.
Food and Nutrition
(Elective Subject)
2 years course of study: Upper Sec
- Culinary Skills
- Food Chemistry
- Nutrition and Diseases
- Food Technologies
- Coursework Skills
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6072]
Content of Syllabus
Food and Nutrition
- Nutritional Tools
- Dietary Planning
- Nutrition and Diet-Related Diseases
- Food Chemistry
- Food Management and Technology
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6072]
Assessment
Exam Component Food and Nutrition
‘N’ Levels
Written Paper 40% [80 marks]
(1.5 hour paper)
Coursework 60%
(30 pages)
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6072]
Popular Courses in Polytechnic
(Nutrition & Food Science)
Polytechnic Course / Diplomas DPP
Nanyang
Polytechnic
Food Science and Nutrition DPP: 11 points
EL:3, Maths:3
F&N:3 and two
other
Temasek
Polytechnic
Food and Sciences/ Applied Science and Nutrition
Baking & Culinary Sciences
Consumer Science and Technology
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Republic Poly Biotechnology
Sports, Health and Leisure
Restaurants and Culinary Operations
Hotel and Hospitality Managemen
Healthcare Administration
Singapore
Polytechnic
Food Science and Technology
Nutrition, Health and Wellness
ITE/ Other Options Organization Courses
ITE Nitec
-Pastry and baking
-Food and Beverage Operations
-Asian Culinary Arts
-Applied Food Science
-Western Culinary Arts
Higher Nitec (O levels/ DPP)
-Hospitality Management
Shatec Culinary
Sunrice Culinary
Elective Subject:
Food and Nutrition [6072]
Who should apply?
≥ 65m for Food and Consumer Education
(Sec 2)
A pass in English
REGULAR ATTENDANCE
GOOD ATTITUDE TOWARDS LEARNING
Art
(Elective Subject)
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 studies
Not merely to be an artist, one is trained to
have multi-artistic skills for the future
Elective Subject:
Art
ARTIST
ANIMATOR
FASHION
DESIGNER
PHOTO-
GRAPHER
INTERIOR
DESIGNER
ARCHITECT
CURATOR
ART
TEACHER
FUTURE PROSPECTSLocal Art Related
Occupations
OUR REQUIREMENTS ?
The following are the criteria we are looking for in a potential ART STUDENT…
≥ 65m for Sec 2 Art
Required Attitude:
Interest
Commitment (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% Compulsory
‘N’ LEVEL ART EXAMINATION
Elective Subject:
Art
Design and Technology
(Elective Subject)
Subject content of D&T
The subject content is organised into three sections,
namely:
Section 1: Design
Section 2: Technological Areas
Section 3: Materials and Practical Processes
Assessment of D&T
Paper Description Duration Marks Weighting
1 Written Paper 1.5 hours 60 30 %
2 Coursework
7 months
(January to
July)
60 70 %
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)
Principles of Accounts
(Elective Subject)
In summary, POA consists of 3 components:1. Format – under which subject do you insert your EL oral
marks?
2. Mathematics – how do you calculate your overall EL marks?
3. English – explain how can you improve your overall EL
marks?
Elective Subject:
Principles of Accounts (POA)
Elective Subject Minimum Criteria
to CHOOSE
Principles of Accounts≥ 65m in English
≥ 65m in Mathematics
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 their subject combination. At the end
of this academic year, the students will be asked to choose their final
preferred subject combinations for 2019.
Your child/ward is 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 5 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.
