Name of challenger: _____________________________________

Class: _____________

Serangoon Garden Secondary School

The Diary

of a‘N’ Level Challenger

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PROLOGUE

Vice Principal, Ms Foo Siew Yong

It is such an honour and a joy to work with

4NA students with your big hearts and even

bigger smiles! The 4NA route is so rich and

diverse now that all of you must work hard

and get the best possible post-GCE N options

that you can have – PFP, Direct Poly via

Higher Nitec, Sec 5NA, ITE, etc. Study hard

and stay united! Remember to let the words

of your school song guide you always - “Forge

on with all our zeal and might: Serangoon

Garden flame, burn bright!”

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CONTENTS

1. Where to go after ‘N’ Levels? a. Education Pathways b. Career Guidance c. Long Term Goal – Courses I want to go

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4 – 24 25

2. Study Tips 26 – 35

3. Calendar of Events a. ‘O’ Level exam dates b. School exam dates c. Other important school academic

activities

36 - 39

4. Self-Management d. Monthly Planners e. Monthly Mini Goals & Reflections

40 - 51

5. Words of Encouragement & Well Wishes

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PART I: WHERE TO AFTER ‘N’ LEVELS?

EDUCATIONAL & CAREER GUIDANCE

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PART I: WHERE TO AFTER ‘N’ LEVELS?

What are the various post-secondary school tracks?

3 MAIN TRACKS

1. Junior Colleges (JCs) or Millennia Institute (MI)

Prepares students for GCE ‘A’ Level examinations Education in the JCs and MI focuses on self-development, critical thinking, intellectual analysis and communication and interpersonal skills that prepare you for higher learning at the universities and life beyond. Classrooms are venues of lively discussions and debates, encouraging you to think both critically and creatively. While education in the JCs and MI is academically challenging, holistic development is also

emphasized through various elective programmes and CCAs. For more information, refer to: www.moe.edu.sg/education/pre-u/

2. Polytechnics A polytechnic education gives you hands-on experience in a dynamic and progressive learning environment. The courses offered are market-driven and career-oriented, leading students to fulfilling and rewarding careers and preparing them for further education. For more information on the unique strengths of each poly, refer to: Nanyang Polytechnic – www.nyp.edu.sg Ngee Ann Polytechnic – www.np.wdu.sg Republic Polytechnic – www.rp.edu.sg Singapore Polytechnic – www.sp.edu.sg Temasek Polytechnic – www.tp.edu.sg

3. The Institute of Technical Education (ITE) Aims to equip its students with technical skills and knowledge to meet the workforce needs of various industry sectors. Suitable for students who prefers hands-on learning. For more information, refer to: https://www.ite.edu.sg/wps/portal/definitely/

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EDUCATIONAL & CAREER GUIDANCE Important Post-Secondary Academic Qualifying Criteria to Note:

Post Secondary Institutions Criteria

1. JC (See Annex 1) L1R5 less than or equal to 20 (based on GCE O level results) Note L1 = EL / HMTL Must include Combined Humanities as one of the

relevant 5 subjects (R5) Must include a Math / Sc as one of the R5 If you include HMTL, cannot include your MTL grade

2. Pre-U / Centralised Institute

L1R4 less than or equal to 20 (based on GCE O level results) Note L1 = EL / HMTL If you include HMTL, cannot include your MTL grade

3. Polytechnics (See Annex 2) Note: JAE 2013 (based on GCE O level results, lowest cut-off point CoP = 28)

EL + R2 + B2 (dependent of individual poly’s cut-off points

for each course; based on GCE O level results.)

4. Direct Entry Scheme for 4NA students to First Year Poly Foundation Prog (as from 2012)

(See Annex 3 & 4)

ELMAB3 is less than or equal to 11 points and student has

obtained one of the following:

EL ≤ 3 and MA ≤ 3, to be eligible to apply to selected FP courses in Annex 3. Each of the best 3 subjects must be Grade 3 or better. Up to 75% of FP places offered will be from this category.

EL ≤ 2 and MA ≤ 3, to be eligible to apply to selected FP courses in Annex 4. Each of the best 3 subjects must be Grade 3 or better. About 25% of FP places offered will be from this category.

5. Direct Entry to Higher Nitec for 4NA students (See Annex 5)

GCE NA level – ELMAB3 less than or equal to 19 with EL and Math at least a Grade 4 For Business and Accountancy related courses, EL grade must be at least a 3.

6. NITEC (See Annex 6) Note: JIE 2013 (based on GCE N level results, lowest cut-off point for best and relevant 4 N level subjects = 20)

Minimum criteria: 3 GCE ‘N’ Passes (Grade A-D or Grade 1-5) in Mathematics, Science and one other subject Or 2 GCE ‘O’ Grades (Grade 1-8) in Mathematics and Science However, note ITE cut-off point for courses is based on best 4 subjects

Qualification for Sec 5N: ELMAB3 is 19 points or less.

Grading System for NA Grade 1: ≥ 75, Grade 2: 70 – 74, Grade 3: 65 – 69, Grade 4: 60- 64, Grade 5: 59 – 50, Grade U: < 50

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Annex 1

JC CUT OFF POINTS (Info is current as of 12 Jan 2014) Minimum Requirement: L1R5 is less than or equal to 20. (Approximately, total of best 6 subjects, including EL/HMTL, Combined Hum and a Math/Sc, is less than or equal to 20)

Cut Off Point Criteria: L1R5 Aggregate Scores (with Bonus Points*) of the last student admitted to the JC in the Joint Admission Exercise (JAE) for the year.

2012 2013

NO JC Arts Science Arts Science

1 Raffles Institution 3 3 3 3

2 Hwa Chong Institution 3 3 3 3

3 National Junior College 5 5 5 5

4 Victoria Junior College 3 4 6 5

5 Anglo-Chinese School (Independent)

- 5 - 5

6 Anglo-Chinese Junior College

7 7 7 6

7 Temasek Junior College 7 6 7 7

8 Anderson JC 10 8 9 8

9 Saint Andrew's Junior College

9 9 9 9

10 Catholic Junior College 11 10 10 10

11 Meridian Junior College 10 9 9 9

12 Nanyang Junior College 10 9 8 8

13 Tampines Junior College 13 13 13 13

14 Jurong Junior College 14 15 12 15

15 Pioneer Junior College 16 16 14 15

16 Serangoon Junior College 15 14 12 12

17 Innova Junior College 20 20 20 20

18 Yishun Junior College 20 20 19 19 * Bonus Points are given for the Categories listed below. Only a maximum of 4 bonus points from 2 categories can be awarded.

HMTL Distinction – 2 points, Pass – 1 point

CCA Distinction – 2 points, Pass – 1 point

Affiliation Applicable only to secondary schools affiliated to CJC, ACJC, SAJC. 2 points for affiliation but only after student has fulfilled minimum criteria for JC entry – ELR5 is less than or equal to 20

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Min Req

The ELR2B2 aggregate score (including CCA bonus points) including the subject requirements of various courses. Most polytechnics have a minimum requirement of 26 points for the ELR2B2 total score.

Cut Off Point

Criteria

The ELR2B2 aggregate score (after deducting CCA bonus points) of the last student posted to the course under the year's Joint Admission Exercise (JAE). (Approximately, it is the aggregate of your 5 best subjects including EL.)

S/NO Course By Group POLY Course Code

2011 JAE COP

2012 JAE COP

2013 JAE COP

APPLIED SCIENCE

1 Applied Chemistry with Pharmaceutical Science

SP S64 12 12 12

2 Applied Food Science & Nutrition TP T26 17 17 18

3 Baking & Culinary Science TP T44 16 16 16

4 Biologics & Process Technology NYP C49 16 16 16

5 Biomedical Science SP S98 8 8 8

6 Biomedical Science TP T27 11 11 10

7 Biomedical Science / Biomedical Laboratory Technology

NP N59 9 9 9

8 Biomedical Sciences RP R14 19 19 16

9 Biotechnology RP R16 23 23 20

10 Biotechnology SP S72 10 10 10

11 Biotechnology TP T31 13 13 12

12 Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering NP N56 13 13 13

13 Chemical & Green Technology NYP C55 17 17 19

14 Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology

NYP C73 17 17 19

15 Chemical Engineering SP S70 12 12 13

16 Chemical Engineering TP T33 18 18 17

17 Environmental Science RP R29 26 26 26

18 Food Science & Nutrition NYP C69 16 16 17

19 Food Science & Technology SP S47 14 14 14

20 Landscape Design & Horticulture 1 NP N57 18 18 18

21 Materials Science RP R17 26 26 26

22 Materials Science SP S37 15 15 14

Annex 2

POLY CUT OFF POINTS (Info is current as of 12 Jan 2014. For more details, please go to www.poly.edu.sg)

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23 Medicinal Chemistry NYP C45 14 14 14

24 Molecular Biotechnology NP N49 10 10 10

25 Molecular Biotechnology NYP C74 13 13 12

26 Nutrition, Health & Wellness SP S44 12 12 13

27 Perfumery and Cosmetics Science SP S38 13 13 12

28 Pharmaceutical Science TP T25 13 13 13

29 Pharmaceutical Sciences RP R22 25 25 22

30 Pharmaceutical Sciences NYP C65 14 14 14

31 Pharmacy Science NP N73 10 10 10

32 Veterinary Bioscience NP N90 9 9 9

33 Veterinary Technology TP T45 11 11 10

34 Consumer Behaviour and Research (NEW)

RP R48 - - 9

BUILT ENVIRONMENT

1 Architecture SP S66 14 14 13

2 Civil Engineering with Business SP S68 17 17 17

3 Environmental & Water Technology NP N74 15 15 -

4 Environmental Management & Water Technology

SP S52 14 14 15

5 Green Building & Sustainability TP T29 20 20 23

6 Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management 2

NP N40 13 13 13

7 Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management SP S95 14 14 14

8 Integrated Events & Project Management

SP S50 13 13 14

9 Integrated Facility Management TP T28 16 16 18

10 Landscape Architecture SP S94 17 17 17

11 Real Estate Business NP N48 15 15 15

12 Sustainable Urban Design & Engineering

NP N89 15 15 14

BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT

1 Accountancy NP N51 11 11 11

2 Accountancy SP S75 11 11 12

3 Accountancy & Finance NYP C98 13 13 14

4 Accounting & Finance TP T02 11 11 12

5 Arts Business Management NP N91 11 11 9

6 Aviation Management & Services TP T04 11 11 12

7 Banking & Financial Services NYP C96 14 14 15

8 Banking & Financial Services NP N53 9 9 10

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9 Banking & Financial Services SP S76 11 11 11

10 Business & Social Enterprise NP N79 12 12 12

11 Business Administration SP S71 12 12 12

12 Business Information Technology NP N61 14 14 13

13 Business Information Technology SP S82 15 15 -

14 Business Information Technology TP T36 16 16 17

15 Business Management NYP C94 16 16 16

16 Business Process & Systems Engineering

TP T43 18 20

17 Business Studies NP N45 11 11 11

18 Business/Logistics & Operations Management/Marketing

TP T01 14 14 15

19 Communications & Media Management TP T40 12 12 13

20 Culinary & Catering Management TP T18 15 15 16

21 Customer Relationship and Service Management

RP R34 25 25 26

22 Financial Business Informatics TP T17 14 14 15

23 Financial Informatics SP S46 12 12 12

24 Food & Beverage Business NYP C46 16 16 17

25 Fund Management & Administration NYP C56 16 16 17

26 Hospitality & Tourism Management TP T08 14 14 15

27 Hospitality & Tourism Management NYP C67 16 16 17

28 Hotel and Hospitality Management RP R37 18 18 18

29 Human Resource Management with Psychology

SP S48 12 12 12

30 Integrated Events Management RP R28 20 20 21

31 International Business NP N85 6 6 8

32 International Business SP S36 8 8 7

33 International Supply Chain Management NP N80 16 16 16

34 Law & Management TP T09 13 13 13

35 Leisure & Resort Management TP T19 15 15 17

36 Logistics Management NP N58 16 -

37 Marketing NYP C99 17 17 17

38 Mass Media Management 3 NYP C93 15 15 15

39 Restaurant and Culinary Operations NEW!

RP R46 20 20 23

40 Retail Management TP T39 17 17 18

41 Sport & Wellness Management NYP C81 17 17 18

42 Sports & Leisure Management RP R27 26 26 26

43 Tourism & Resort Management NP N72 10 10 10

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44 Tourism and Resort Management SP S55 12 12 12

45 Wellness, Lifestyle and Spa Management

RP R44 21 21 24

46 Business Innovation and Design (NEW) SP S34 - - 10

ENGINEERING

1 3D Interactive Media Technology 4 TP T49 21 21 22

2 Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology NYP C51 15 15 15

3 Aeronautical Engineering SP S88 12 12 12

4 Aerospace Avionics RP R20 23 23 21

5 Aerospace Electronics NP N75 13 13 15

6 Aerospace Electronics SP S90 14 14 14

7 Aerospace Electronics TP T50 15 15 16

8 Aerospace Engineering TP T51 13 13 14

9 Aerospace Engineering (Quality Systems)

RP R40 21 21 19

10 Aerospace Systems & Management NYP C52 16 16 17

11 Aerospace Technology NP N65 12 12 13

12 Audio-visual Technology NP N76 14 14 14

13 Automation & Mechatronic Systems 5 NP N50 21 21 22

14 Bioengineering SP S58 14 14 14

15 Biomedical Electronics RP R15 26 26 -

16 Biomedical Engineering NP N60 15 15 15

17 Biomedical Engineering NYP C71 18 18 18

18 Biomedical Informatics & Engineering TP T38 19 19 -

19 Civil Aviation RP R39 21 21 -

20 Clean Energy SP S45 16 16 19

21 Clean Energy TP T52 19 19 21

22 Clean Energy Management NP N84 15 15 18

23 Common Engineering Programme RP R42 26 26 26

24 Common Engineering Programme SP S40 16 16 16

25 Common Engineering Programme NEW!

TP T56 20 20 20

26 Computer Engineering SP S53 19 19 21

27 Computer Engineering TP T13 20 20 23

28 Digital & Precision Engineering NYP C62 17 17 18

29 Digital Entertainment Electronics RP R38 26 26 -

30 Electrical & Electronic Engineering SP S99 19 19 22

31 Electrical Engineering NP N43 22 22 25

32 Electrical Engineering with Eco-Design 6

NYP C48 20 20 23

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33 Electronic & Computer Engineering NP N44 23 23 26

34 Electronics, Computer & Communications Engineering

NYP C89 26 26 26

35 Electronics / Media & Communication Technology / Computer Engineering / Microelectronics/Aerospace Electronics

TP T05 20 20 -

36 Engineering Science NEW! NP N93 9 9 9

37 Engineering with Business SP S42 15 15 14

38 Engineering with Business Management Programme

NP N71 17 17 16

39 Industrial & Operations Management RP R11 26 26 -

40 Info-Communication Engineering & Design

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SP S85 20 20 -

41 Manufacturing Engineering NYP C88 26 26 26

42 Mechanical Engineering NP N41 20 20 21

43 Mechanical Engineering SP S91 18 18 18

44 Mechatronics/Aerospace Engineering TP T06 20 20 22

45 Mechatronics and Robotics SP S73 20 20 22

46 Mechatronics Engineering NYP C87 26 26 26

47 Micro & Nanotechnology RP R30 26 26 -

48 Multimedia & Infocomm Technology NYP C75 25 25 26

49 Nanotechnology & Materials Science NYP C50 19 19 18

50 Renewable Energy Engineering RP R41 26 26 26

51 Supply Chain Management RP R21 24 24 21

52 Telematics & Media Technology NYP C53 21 21 26

HEALTH SCIENCES

1 Dental Hygiene and Therapy NYP C72 12 12 15

2 Health Management and Promotion RP R43 26 26 26

3 Health Sciences (Nursing) NP N69 28 28 28

4 Healthcare Administration NEW! RP R45 25 25 26

5 Nursing NYP C97 28 28 28

6 Optometry NP N83 12 12 13

7 Optometry SP S67 12 12 26

8 Outdoor & Adventure Learning RP R33 25 25 -

9 Sports & Exercise Sciences RP R26 25 25 23

10 Sports Coaching (new) RP R26 - - 19

HUMANITIES

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1 Applied Drama and Psychology SP S43 13 13 13

2 Child Psychology & Early Education NP N86 11 11 12

3 Chinese Studies ^ NP N70 13 13 13

4 Creative Writing for Television and New Media

SP S41 12 12 12

5 Early Childhood Education NP N66 14 14 14

6 Early Childhood Studies TP T54 13 13 13

7 Gerontological Management Studies TP T53 16 16 16

8 Psychology & Community Services NP N77 10 10 9

9 Psychology Studies TP T48 9 9 9

10 Social Sciences( Social Work) NYP C47 13 13 15

INFORMATION & DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

1 Business Applications RP R18 25 25 24

2 Business Enterprise IT NYP C68 18 18 19

3 Business Informatics NYP C78 18 18 -

4 Business Information Systems RP R13 26 26 25

5 Cyber & Digital Security TP T15 16 16 18

6 Digital Entertainment Technology (Games)

NYP C70 20 20 22

7 Digital Forensics NEW! TP T55 12 12 13

8 Digital Media SP S57 17 17 -

9 Digital Visual Effects NYP C57 19 19 21

10 Engineering Informatics NYP C80 23 23 26

11 Financial Informatics NYP C58 15 15 -

12 Financial Informatics NP N81 14 14 15

13 Game & Entertainment Technology TP T16 19 19 21

14 Infocomm & Network Engineering 8 TP T37 22 22 -

15 Infocomm Security Management SP S54 15 15 13

16 Information Security NYP C54 17 17 20

17 Information Technology NYP C85 20 20 21

18 Information Technology NP N54 18 18 18

19 Information Technology RP R12 26 26 26

20 Information Technology SP S69 17 17 18

21 Information Technology TP T30 19 19 21

22 Interactive and Digital Media RP R31 26 26 26

23 Interactive Media Informatics TP T34 22 22 -

24 IT Service Management RP R23 26 26 26

25 Mobile & Network Services TP T42 21 21 26

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26 Multimedia & Animation NP N55 14 14 14

27 Music & Audio Technology SP S97 12 12 12

28 Network Systems & Security NP N64 17 17 18

29 Business Intelligence & Analytics (New) NYP C43 - - 19

30 Mobile Sotware Development (NEW) RP R47 - - 26

MARITIME STUDIES

1 Marine & Offshore Technology NP N42 17 17 17

2 Marine Engineering SP S63 16 16 18

3 Maritime Business SP S74 16 16 16

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MEDIA AND DESIGN

1 Advertising & Public Relations NP N87 12 12 12

2 Animation & 3D Arts NEW! NP N92 12 12 11

3 Apparel Design & Merchandising TP T20 15 15 15

4 Chinese Media & Communication NP N88 13 13 13

5 Communication and Information Design RP R32 21 21 19

6 Design for Interactivity RP R36 22 22 23

7 Digital Animation SP S35 15 15 15

8 Digital Media Design (Animation) NYP C61 18 18 18

9 Digital Media Design (Games) NYP C60 20 20 20

10 Digital Media Design (Interaction Design)

NYP C59 22 22 21

11 Digital Visual Effects NP N78 15 15 18

12 Environment Design TP T46 19 19 20

13 Experience and Product Design SP S51 16 16 17

14 Film, Sound & Video NP N82 11 11 12

15 Game Design RP R35 22 22 23

16 Games Design & Development SP S56 16 16 16

17 Industrial Design NYP C83 20 20 21

18 Interactive Media Design TP T21 18 18 20

19 Interior Architecture & Design TP T22 15 15 15

20 Interior Design SP S89 16 16 17

21 Mass Communication NP N67 10 10 10

22 Media and Communication SP S86 12 12 13

23 Motion Graphics & Broadcast Design NYP C66 18 18 19

24 Moving Images TP T23 19 19 -

25 New Media RP R19 22 22 22

26 Product & Industrial Design TP T35 19 19 20

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27 Product Design & Innovation NP N68 17 17 16

28 Retail & Hospitality Design TP T47 17 17 19

29 Sonic Arts RP R24 19 19 19

30 Space & Interior Design NYP C64 18 18 18

31 Technology & Arts Management RP R25 21 21 20

32 Visual Communication TP T24 14 14 18

33 Visual Communication NYP C63 17 17 19

34 Visual Communication and Media Design

SP S93 14 14 15

35 Visual Effects and Motion Graphics SP S39 16 16 16

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Annex 3: Group 1 Courses Offered Under PFP

Group 1

List of polytechnic diploma courses* offered under the Polytechnic Foundation Programme to students who obtained ELMAB3 ≤ 11, WHERE EL ≤ 3 & MA ≤ 3 and each of the best 3 subjects ≤ 3

Applied Sciences

Applied Chemistry with Pharmaceutical Science - S62 (SP)

^

Applied Food Science & Nutrition - T26 (TP)

Baking & Culinary Science - T44 (TP)

Biologics & Process Technology - C49 (NYP)

Biomedical Engineering - T38 (TP)

^Previously known as Biomedical

Informatics & Engineering

Biomedical Science - N59 (NP)

Biomedical Science - R14 (RP)^

Biomedical Science - S98 (SP)^

Biomedical Science - T27 (TP)^

Biotechnology - R16 (RP)

Biotechnology - S72 (SP)^

Biotechnology - T31 (TP)

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering - N56 (NP)

Chemical & Green Technology - C55 (NYP)

Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology - C73 (NYP)

Chemical Engineering - S70 (SP)^

Chemical Engineering - T33 (TP)

Environmental & Water Technology - N74 (NP)

^

Environmental Science - R29 (RP)

Food Science & Nutrition - C69 (NYP)

Food Science & Technology - S47 (SP)^

Landscape Design & Horticulture - N57 (NP)

Materials Science - R17 (RP)

Materials Science - S37 (SP)

Engineering

3D Interactive Media Technology - T49 (TP)

^

Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology - C51 (NYP)

^

Aeronautical Engineering - S88 (SP)

^

Aerospace Avionics - R20 (RP)

Aerospace Electronics - N75 (NP)^

Aerospace Electronics - S90 (SP)^

Aerospace Electronics - T50 (TP)^

Aerospace Engineering - R40 (RP)

Aerospace Engineering - T51 (TP)^

Aerospace Systems & Management - C52 (NYP)

^

Aerospace Technology - N65 (NP)^

Audio-visual Technology - N76 (NP)

^

Automation & Mechatronic Systems - N50 (NP)

^

Bioengineering - S58 (SP)

Biomedical Engineering - N60 (NP)^

Biomedical Engineering - C71 (NYP)

Clean Energy - S45 (SP)^

Clean Energy - T52 (TP)^

Clean Energy Management - N84 (NP)

^

Common Engineering Programme - C42 (NYP)

Common Engineering Programme - R42 (RP)

Common Engineering Programme - S40 (SP)

Common Engineering Programme -T56 (TP)

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Medicinal Chemistry - C45 (NYP)

Molecular Biotechnology - N49 (NP)

Molecular Biotechnology - C74 (NYP)

Nutrition, Health & Wellness - S44 (SP)

Perfumery & Cosmetic Science - S38 (SP)

Pharmaceutical Science - T25 (TP)

Pharmaceutical Sciences - C65 (NYP)

Pharmaceutical Sciences - R22 (RP)

Pharmacy Science - N73 (NP)^

Veterinary Technology - T45 (TP)^

Health Sciences

Dental Hygiene & Therapy - C72 (NYP)^

Health Management & Promotion - R43 (RP)

Health Sciences (Nursing) - N69 (NP)^

Healthcare Administration - R45 (RP)

Nursing - C97 (NYP)^

Optometry - N83 (NP)^

Optometry - S67 (SP)

Sports & Exercise Sciences - R26 (RP)

Sports Coaching - R49 (RP)

Computer Engineering - S53 (SP)^

Computer Engineering -T13 (TP)

Digital & Precision Engineering - C62 (NYP)

Electrical & Electronic Engineering - S99 (SP)

^

Electrical & Electronic Engineering Programme - T05 (TP)

Electrical Engineering - N43 (NP)^

Electrical Engineering with Eco-Design - C48 (NYP)

^

Electronic & Computer Engineering - N44 (NP)

^

Electronics, Computer & Communications Engineering - C89 (NYP)

^

Engineering with Business - S42 (SP)

Engineering with Business Management - N71(NP)

^

Infocomm & Network Engineering - T37 (TP)

Manufacturing Engineering - C88 (NYP)

Mechanical Engineering - N41 (NP)

^

Mechanical Engineering - S91 (SP)

Mechatronics & Robotics - S73 (SP)

Mechatronics Engineering - C87 (NYP)

^

Mechatronics/Aerospace Engineering - T06 (TP)

^

Multimedia & Infocomm Technology - C75 (NYP)

Nanotechnology & Materials Science - C50 (NYP)

Renewable Energy Engineering - R41 (RP)

Supply Chain Management - R21 (RP)

Telematics & Media Technology - C53 (NYP)

^

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Information & Digital Technologies

Business Applications - R18 (RP)

Business Enterprise IT - C68 (NYP)

Business Informatics - C78 (NYP)

Business Information Systems - R13 (RP)

Business Information Technology - S82 (SP)

Business Intelligence & Analytics - C43 (NYP)

Business Intelligence & Analytics - T57 (TP)

^

Cyber & Digital Security - T15 (TP)^

Digital Entertainment Technology (Games) - C70 (NYP)

Digital Forensics - T55 (TP)^

Digital Visual Effects - C57 (NYP)

Engineering Informatics - C80 (NYP)

Financial Informatics - N81 (NP)^

Financial Informatics - C58 (NYP)

Games & Entertainment Technology - T16 (TP)

^

Infocomm Security Management - S54 (SP)

Information Security - C54 (NYP)

Information Technology - N54 (NP)^

Information Technology - C85 (NYP)

Information Technology - R12 (RP)

Information Technology - S69 (SP)

Information Technology - T30 (TP)

Interactive & Digital Media - R31 (RP)

IT Service Management - R23 (RP)

Mobile & Network Services - T42 (TP)^

Mobile Software Development - R47 (RP)

Multimedia & Animation - N55 (NP)^

Network Systems & Security - N64 (NP)^

Business & Management

Built Environment

Architecture - S66 (SP)

Civil Engineering with Business - S68 (SP)

Environmental Management & Water Technology - S52 (SP)

Green Building & Sustainability - T29 (TP)

Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management - N40 (NP)

^

Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management - S95 (SP)

Integrated Events & Project Management - S50 (SP)

Integrated Facility Management - T28 (TP)

Landscape Architecture - S94 (SP)

Real Estate Business - N48 (NP)

Sustainable Urban Design & Engineering - N89 (NP)

Media & Design

Apparel Design & Merchandising - T20 (TP)

^

Design for Interactivity - R36 (RP)

Digital Animation - S35 (SP)

Digital Media Design (Animation) - C61 (NYP)

^

Digital Media Design (Games) - C60 (NYP)

^

Digital Media Design (Interaction Design) - C59 (NYP)

^

Environment Design - T46 (TP)^

Experience & Product Design - S51 (SP)

Games Design -R35 (RP)

Games Design & Development - S56 (SP)

Industrial Design - C83 (NYP)^

Interactive Media Design - T21 (TP)^

Interior Architecture & Design - T22 (TP)

^

Interior Design - S89 (SP)

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Aviation Management & Services - T04 (TP)

Business Information Technology - N61 (NP)

Business Information Technology - T36 (TP)

^

Business Process & Systems Engineering - T43 (TP)

Civil Aviation - R39 (RP)

Financial Business Informatics - T17 (TP)

Financial Informatics - S46 (SP)

Industrial & Operations Management - R11 (RP)

Motion Graphics & Broadcast Design - C66 (NYP)

^

Digital Film & Television - T23 (TP)^

Previously known as Moving Images

Product & Industrial Design - T35 (TP)

^

Product Design & Innovation - N68 (NP)

^

Retail & Hospitality Design - T47 (TP)^

Sonic Arts -R24 (RP)

Space & Interior Design - C64 (NYP)^

Visual Communication & Media Design - S93 (SP)

Visual Communication - C63 (NYP)^

Visual Communication - T24 (TP)^

Visual Effects & Motion Graphics - S39 (SP)

^

Maritime Studies

Marine & Offshore Technology - N42 (NP)

^

Marine Engineering - S63 (SP)^

Maritime Business - S74 (SP)

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Annex 4: Group 2 Courses Offered Under PFP

Group 2

List of polytechnic diploma courses* offered under the Polytechnic Foundation Programme to students who obtained ELMAB3 ≤ 11, WHERE EL ≤ 2 & MA ≤ 3

Business & Management

Accountancy & Finance - C98 (NYP)

Accountancy - N51 (NP)

Accountancy - S75 (SP)

Accounting & Finance - T02 (TP)

Banking & Financial Services - C96 (NYP)

Business Administration - S71 (SP)

Business Management - C94 (NYP)

Business Studies - N45 (NP)

Business/ Logistics & Operations Management/ Marketing - T01 (TP)

Communication & Media Management - T40 (TP)

Consumer Behaviour & Research - R48 (RP)

Culinary & Catering Management - T18 (TP)

Customer Relationship & Service Management - R34 (RP)

Food & Beverage Business - C46 (NYP)

Fund Management & Administration - C56 (NYP)

Hospitality & Tourism Management - C67 (NYP)

Hospitality & Tourism Management - T08 (TP)

Hotel & Hospitality Management - R37 (RP)

Integrated Events Management - R28 (RP)

International Logistics & Supply Chain Management - N80 (NP)

Law & Management - T09 (TP)

Leisure & Resort Management - T19

Media & Design

Mass Communication - R32 (RP) Previously know as Communication & Information Design

New Media - R19 (RP)

Technology & Arts Management - R25 (RP)

Humanities

Gerontological Management Studies - T53 (TP)

Social Sciences (Social Work) - C47 (NYP)

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(TP)

Marketing - C99 (NYP)

Mass Media Management - C93 (NYP)

Outdoor & Adventure Learning - R33 (RP)

^

Restaurant & Culinary Operations - R46 (RP)

Retail Management - T39 (TP)

Sport & Wellness Management - C81 (NYP)

Sports & Leisure Management - R27 (RP)

Wellness, Lifestyle & Spa Management - R44 (RP)

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Annex 5

Higher Nitec Courses

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Annex 6

Who can apply: GCE 'O' and 'N' Level Holders Minimum Requirements: Pass 2 GCE 'O' level subjects or Pass 3 GCE 'N' level subjects. However, please note: you may meet minimum requirements for entry but you may not get a course as the cut-off points for all courses are based on the total points for the best 4 GCE N level subjects as detailed below. Cut-off Points Criteria for NITEC courses: Based on an aggregate of best 4 GCE 'N' subjects, including pre-requisites and bonus points where applicable and is

subject to availability of vacancies. Selected courses will require applicants to attend an admission interview, medical examination or drawing test.

2011 JAE 2012 JAE 2013 JAE

S/N Nitec Course Campus Cut-Off Points

Cut-Off Points

Cut-Off Points

1 Aerospace Avionics ITE College Central 4 6

5 8

2 Pastry & Baking ITE College West 7 8 8

3 Applied Food Science ITE College East

7 9

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4 Culinary Skills (Western) / Western Culinary Arts

ITE College West 10

5 Service Skills (Tourism) ITE College West 8 8

6 Aerospace Technology ITE College Central 9 9 8

7 Community Care & Social Development

ITE College East NA 11 10

8 Digital Audio & Video Production

ITE College East

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8 8

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Info-Communications Technology (Cloud Computing)

ITE College East - 13

Info-Communications Technology (Cloud Computing)

ITE College West 10 12

10 Fitness Training ITE College East - 14

Fitness Training ITE College West 11 11

Nitec Courses

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11 Food & Beverage Operations

ITE College West 17 15

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Service Skills (Office) ITE College Central 9 8

Service Skills (Office) ITE College Central - 6

Service Skills (Office) ITE College East 11 10

13 Aerospace Machine Technology

ITE College Central - 8 and 11 6

14 Digital Audio & Video Production

ITE College West 8 8 7

15 Digital Animation ITE College Central 15 20 16

16 Electronics ITE College East 16 11 16

ITE College West - - 16

17 Nursing ITE College East 15 15 14

18 Visual Communications ITE College Central 15 12 15

19 Security Technology IITE College West 10 10 11

20 Automotive Technology (Light/Heavy Vehicles)

ITE College West 12 12 12

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Info-Communications Technology (Networking and Systems Admin)

ITE College Central - - 8

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Info-Communications Technology (Networking and Systems Admin)

ITE College West 10 9 9

Info-Communications Technology (Networking and Systems Admin)

ITE College East - - 14

23 Chemical Process Technology

ITE College East 14 13 14

24 Mechanical Technology ITE College East 14 15 20

Mechanical Technology ITE College Central 14 15 14

25 Mechatronics ITE College West - - 17

Mechatronics ITE College Central 14 14 14

26 Electrical Technology ITE College East 14 13 15

27 Electronics ITE College Central 11 16 10

28 Facility Technology ITE College East - - 20

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Facility Technology ITE College West 13 18 16

29 Space Design (Architecture)

ITE College Central 14 16 13

30 Product Design ITE College Central 18 19 20

31 Interactive Media Design ITE College Central 16 16 15

32 Service Skills (Retail) ITE College Central - - 14

Service Skills (Retail) ITE College West 16 17 14

33 Visual Effects ITE College Central 16 12 13

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Social Media & Web Development)

ITE College Central - - 15

Social Media & Web Development)

ITE College Central 15 14 10

35 Electrical Technology ITE College West 16 11 12

36 Mechatronics (Medical Technology)

ITE College Central 11 11 11

37 Machine Technology ITE College Central 17 17 15

38 Opticianary ITE College East - - 6

39 Floristry ITE College Central - - 8

40 Fashion Apparal Production and Design

ITE College Central - - 9

41 Rapid Tranist Technology ITE College West - - 10

42 Medical Manufacturing Technology

ITE College Central - - 11

43 Mobile Systems and Services

ITE College West - - 12

44 Asian Culinary Arts ITE College West - - 12

45 Laser & Tooling Technology

ITE College Central - - 14

46 Attractions Operations ITE College West - - 15

47 Space Design (Interior and Exhibition)

ITE College Central - -

15 - -

48 Semiconductor Technology

ITE College Central - - 16

- -

49 Beauty and Wellness ITE College East - - 18

50 Hair Services ITE College East - - 20

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My Preferred Course of Study After ‘N’ Levels Choice Number

Pathway Post – Secondary Institution

Course EMB3 Aggregate

For eg: 1

st Choice

Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

Singapore Polytechnic

Accountancy (S75)

EMB3 ≤ 9, Where EL ≤ 3 & MATH ≤ 3 and each of the best subjects ≤ 3

For eg: 2

nd Choice

Direct Entry to Higher Nitec

ITE College Central

Higher Nitec in Accountancy

EMB3 ≤ 14, Where EL ≤ 3 & MATH ≤ 4

For eg: 3

rd Choice

5NA Serangoon Garden Secondary School

‘O’ Level EMB3 ≤ 19

1st Choice

2nd

Choice

3rd

Choice

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PART II: STUDY TIPS

The Challenger’s 10 Tips to Success!!!

Now, your ‘N’ level examinations are just months away! Don’t panic and

pretend that they will go away – THEY WON’T!

But, if you are organized and have healthy study habits, you will achieve

success in your examinations!

Have a Positive Attitude

Always believe in yourself, learn to overcome the challenges you face

and have the power to believe that you can succeed.

Set Goals that provide you with DIRECTION

AND LEAD TO SUCCESS.

Each goal you set should state WHAT you will do and WHEN you will

accomplish it. Implied in each goal you set is your WILL (determination)

to do it. For example, “I will (your determination) finish revising for my

History, Chapter 1 (what you will do) by March 20 (when you will

accomplish it).

Develop Interest

Develop an interest in what you are studying. Try to relate what you are

studying to you own life to make it as meaningful as possible. This can

motivate you to study better and concentrate.

Study Place

Find a comfortable and quiet place to study with good lighting and little

distractions (Avoid your own bed! It is very tempting to just lie down

and take a nap).

Revise Immediately

It is best to review the topics right after school when it's still fresh in

your memory.

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Revision Timetable

Draw up a revision timetable – it should be realistic, cover all

subjects and allow you time to relax as well.

Space out your studying. You will learn more by studying a little

every day instead of waiting to cram at the last minute. By studying

every day, the material will stay in your long-term memory but if you

try to study at the last moment, the material will only reside in your

short-term memory that you will easily forget.

Learn to manage your time well.

Make Notes

Make sure that you understand the material well. Don't just read

through the material and try to memorize everything.

Take notes and write down a summary of the important ideas as

you read through your study material.

Concentrate and Focus

Make sure you are not tired and/or hungry when you study.

Otherwise, you won't have the energy you need to concentrate.

Don't try to do two tasks at the same time. You won't be able to

concentrate on either one very well. Concentration means focusing

on one thing at any one time!

Seek Help

Don’t think you are alone! A problem shared is a problem halved. If

you face problems while studying, get your teachers or friends help

immediately!

Relax

If you panic, you are lost! There is no running away from the exams

so make use of the time you have right now and give yourself the

best chance of doing well by starting to revise early and keeping

calm.

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Self-Revision Checklist For

English Language

4NA Syllabus (1190)

Paper 1 (Writing) 1 hour 50 minutes

Section A (Editing)

Read and Follow the Instructions Make sure that you circle the errors and that you write the answer in the

correct line in the spaces given.

Revise your Grammar Rules Revise the rules for use of tenses, Subject-Verb agreement, verb forms,

plural and singular forms of nouns, consistency in use of pronouns, and use of adjectives, adverbs and connectors.

Try out grammar editing exercises. Look for a good assessment book for grammar.

Check your answers and if you did not get the answer correct, check against the grammar rules to find out why your answer was incorrect.

Section B (Situational Writing)

Understand the Questions

1. Study all the questions and sample essays as well as your

own. Highlight the key words indicating:

the objectives of the activity/event/ building the facility, etc (purpose of task)

the purpose of writing this (what are you trying to achieve by giving the speech, writing the letter or report?) (intent of the writer)

the audience (who it is written for) the format (speech, formal letter, informal letter, report)

the context (situation. Do not copy the words given) the writer’s position (who are you writing as? The Head Prefect?) the words in bold

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highlight and number all the required parts in the bulleted points (because each bullet can have more than 1 point to address)

2. Study the visual stimulus.

Think about how to apply the information for the different options. Do not lift or copy the words given but think about how the information about the options given can help to achieve the purpose of the activity/ event/ task. You should not include the information given in your explanation but you should come up with your own reasons based on the information. There is no merit in repeating what has already been given in the question and the examiner does not need a photocopy of the question!

When writing about how your choice achieves the purpose, as far as possible, use your own words in explaining. For example, if the purpose is to “build stronger bonds with the community”, think of other ways of saying this eg. “enhance communication”, “develop better relationships”, “provide more opportunities for interaction with the residents”, etc.

3. Understand the ways different questions are crafted and the

different requirements of the questions. Do not assume that

all the questions are asking for the same things.

Read the complete sentence for each point. Don’t jump to conclusions about what the question wants and end up reading the points only partially.

Read carefully as some words may be missed when they are written in a long sentence. Did they ask you to explain or describe the uses or how to organize or how to design the area? Did they ask you to explain how you will fulfil all the objectives, as you describe your planning of the event/ your ideas for designing the place, etc?)

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Practise writing out the formats without referring to the samples for formal letters, informal letters, speech and reports. Some students just try to memorise without writing them out. When

they actually try to write during the examination, they tend to leave out some details (eg. date, our Dear Sir, etc) or they put things in the wrong order. Or they mix up the formats.

Practise Planning and Writing A Few Essays within Time Limit. Writing without planning creates a mess in terms of organization of

information. 10 minutes spent in planning makes the writing much easier as you

only need to write out the points in proper sentences.

Remember that it is not enough to just address the points (mention them). You need to develop them (explain, give specific information or elaborate on what you mean).

Make sure you fulfil all the requirements of the question. Tick against each point to ensure that you have answered it.

Practise Editing Your Own Work It is very important that you learn to spot your own errors and correct

them. Watch out for common errors in spelling, punctuation (capital letters and small letters, full stops and commas), use of the plural and singular forms (the Sec 4 students’ parents or parent?), tenses, verb forms (has went or has gone? will bought or will buy?) and subject-verb agreement (the students is/ are?).

Use a dictionary to check your spelling and memorise all the words that you have spelt wrongly.

Get a peer to help you check. Make sure you make this a habit to check your work for every

piece of work you write.

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Section C (Continuous Writing)

Practise Planning

Look at the Ten Years’ Series questions/ any EL assessment book with trial papers.

For discursive/ informative/ expository questions, think of 4 Big Ideas for each content paragraphs. Then jot down in point form what you will write for each paragraph using the PEER structure (Point-Example- Evidence/ Elaboration –Reiteration)

For the narrative topics, think of some creative plots with interesting endings (you can use a mindmap for this)

Prepare Some Good Introductions for the topics you have planned. Keep an EL notebook of your own original introductions which you can

use when needed.

You can also jot down a few good introductions from books you have

read.

Remember: Do not memorise “purple prose” (“prescribed” descriptive

phrases found in essay books that many students will be

regurgitating), or introductions and stories from “model essay” books.

Practise Writing Write a few essays of the required length within the time limit given for

the examination. Who knows? One of them may be usable for your examination.

Practise Editing Your Own Work Again, check for errors just like for Section B.

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Paper 2 (Comprehension) 1 hour 50 minutes

Study the Visual Text Look at advertisements, websites, posters or visual texts from other

sources (e.g. newspaper, magazines) to practise identifying the message.

Based on the visual text, identify the message by looking at the picture, logo, headings, sub-headings, bulleted points, etc.

Think about questions like: Who is the intended audience? What kind of people would be

attracted to this advertisement, website, poster, etc? What is the intention of the “writer” in including this picture? Does it

promote something? Does it send any message? Eg. a beauty centre advertisement might put in a picture to send the message that if you have pimples, you are not attractive and so you should go to their centre for skin treatment.

What is the intention of the “writer” in including these bulleted points or the information? Eg. are these points intended to “sell” the product in some way? Are these points included to tell you the type of people they want to attract?

Look at the words and the picture. By using the words or picture, what is the intended effect on the reader? Are they trying to make you curious, instil fear, attract your attention, make your feel pity for the person(s)/ animals, make you feel guilty, unattractive, etc?

Read and Understand the Different Types of Comprehension Questions. Learn to understand the different types of comprehension questions

(literal, inferential, quotation, vocabulary, own words, evaluative, how the language is used to create impact and the global question). This enables you to know how to tackle the questions and to answer in the way that the examiners want. Your teacher will teach you more about

how to do this in class. Revise the different literary terms (personification, simile, etc). When you read books, newspaper, or any articles, practise identifying

the literary features and explaining the effects of using them.

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Practise Some Comprehension Papers within Time Limit

Give about 20 minutes to the summary which constitutes 15 marks of the 50 marks in this paper (30%).

Practise identifying the points – know what to leave out and what is relevant.

Practise shortening the sentences to keep to 80 words.

Paper 3 (Listening) 45 minutes

Spend Time Listening to Radio Broadcasts and Podcasts Some podcasts can be downloaded into your MP3 or handphones and

you can listen to them when on the bus etc. Watching English programmes and news will help too.

Learn to take down notes when your teachers are teaching. Try using graphic organisers or taking notes in point form.

Paper 4 (Oral Communication) About 20 minutes

Practise Reading Aloud Practise reading with clear pronunciation and articulation, fluency and

pace, and expressiveness. Read with a sense of your audience, the purpose (objective of this speech, etc), and pretend that you are really placed in that situation (context).

Record your reading and play it back so that you can check if you are reading too fast, mumbling or slurring.

Study the Visual Stimulus for Spoken Interaction Identify the activity that the people are engaged in. Think of the purpose

of the activity and the age group/ profile (type) of people participating eg. the elderly or families or students, etc.

Develop a personal response to what you see. One way is to think of 3 Big Ideas that you want to comment on. For example, if there are 3

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possible advantages for the activity eg. promotes a healthy lifestyle, to build family bonding and allows for social interaction between residents, you can talk about these 3 when asked to talk about your opinion of the activity.

The reading passage and the spoken interaction topics are related thematically. You can also use the passage to give you some ideas so as to respond to the visual stimulus. Extend beyond what you see in the picture to talk about other ideas related to the theme for the next 2 questions. Eg. how you would encourage more people to take part; why it is everyone’s responsibility to take care of their own health; and the effects on the country etc.

Prepare and Practise for the Spoken Interaction

Read the newspaper to keep up with current affairs. Think of ideas for different conversation topics and list down the

points you have for each topic in your EL notebook. You can then take these out to revise before your examination. Practise speaking in Standard English regularly. Otherwise, you will

not be able to express your ideas properly under stressful examination conditions.

All The Best!

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Other Useful websites (for additional details and resources)

1) Maths:

www.ace-learning.com.sg/

2) General Info on your ‘O’ / ‘N’ Level Exams:

www.seab.gov.sg

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PART (III): CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Timeline for N Level Academic Activities 2014

*Note: Dates of school academic activities may be subjected to changes

June

Term 3

Wk Dates N Level Exams / School Exams

School’s Academic Activities

1 02 – 06 June 03 – 12 June Supplementary Classes (Refer to Schedule given)

2 09 – 13 June

3 16 – 20 June

4 23 – 27 June

Wk Dates N Level Exams / School Exams

School’s Academic Activities

1 30 Jun – 4 Jul 8 JULY TO 16 JULY GCE ‘N’ LEVEL ENGLISH ORAL EXAM (1190/4)

18 JULY SUBMISSION OF ART & F&N COURSEWORK

2 7 – 11 Jul

3 14 – 18 Jul

4 21 – 25 Jul

5 28 Jul – 1 Aug 29 JULY – 07 AUG PRELIMINARY EXAM 1

31 JULY TO 7 AUG GCE ‘N’ LEVEL MOTHER TONGUE ORAL EXAM (1172/3, 1182/3, 1192/3)

6 4 – 8 Aug

7 11 – 15 Aug

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Term 4

8 18 – 22 Aug 18 AUG SUBMISSION OF D&T COURSEWORK

22 AUG PRELIMINARY EXAM 2 ENGLISH (For students who do not pass Prelim 1)

9 25 – 29 Aug 25 AUG PRELIMINARY EXAM 2 HUMANITIES (SS) (For students who do not pass Prelim 1)

10 1 – 5 Sept

Wk Dates N Level Exams / School Exams & Common Tests

1 15 – 19 Sept GCE ‘N’ Level Exams

15 Sept COMBINED HUMANITIES (SS) (2193/1, 2194/1)

16 Sept MOTHER TONGUE PAPERS 1 & 2 (1172, 1182, 1192, 3238, 3239) ENGLISH LANGUAGE LISTENING COMPREHENSION (1190/3)

17 Sept ENGLISH LANGUAGE PAPERS 1 & 2 (1190)

18 Sept

19 Sept ART PAPER 2 (6125/2)

2 22 – 26 Sept 22 to 25 SEPT PRELIMINARY EXAM 2* (Maths, Science, Geo/Hist, Electives) (For students who do not pass Prelim 1)

3 29 Sept – 3 Oct

4 7 – 10 Oct GCE ‘N’ Level Exams

6 Oct

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‘N’ Level 2014 ends!

7 Oct SCIENCE PAPERS (5105 &5107) PHY/CHEM & CHEM/BIO

8 Oct COMBINED HUMANITIES (HISTORY) (2194/3) MATHEMATICS PAPER 1 (4042/1)

9 Oct

10 Oct MATHEMATICS PAPER 2 (4042/2) COMBINED HUMANITIES (GEOGRAPHY) (2193/2, 2194/2)

5 13 – 17 Oct GCE ‘N’ Level Exams

13 Oct PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTS (7091/1 and 7091/2)

14 Oct LITERATURE IN ENGLISH (2022/1 and 2022/2) DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY (7054/1)

15 Oct FOOD & NUTRITION (6072/1)

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IMPORTANT DATES FOR STUDENTS TAKING ‘O’ LEVEL SUBJECTS

4th July to 18th July: Mother Tongue Oral (1132, 1142, 1162)

22nd July: Mother Tongue Listening Comprehension (1132,

1142, 1162)

17th October: Mathematics Paper 1 (4016/1)

27th October: Mathematics Paper 2 (4016/2)

4th November: Mother Tongue Papers 1 & 2 (1132, 1142,

1162)

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PART IV:

WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT &

WELL WISHES

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WELL WISHES

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