NUS High School of Mathematics and Science (Diploma)
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macflashpay:
That's my understanding too. Have yet to read up on Year 5 Subject Specialization Briefing slides ... but I know max no of majors that one can take is 4 and honours is 2, so have to decide by year end. :roll:[/quote]There must be some miscommunication here. I doubt any NUSH student can go directly to year 2 or 3 for Science/Engg course at local uni, or year 3 at MIT, as someone claimed above.
Most unis practise modular system. I believe what the NUSH senior meant is, some students can get exemption for certain modules (not the level!) if he has taken those NUS modules while studying at NUSH, or he has met module exemption requirements (eg. Medalist at Intl Olympiads). If he has done well for AP exams, he can get exemption for some modules (again, not level) at certain US unis.
From my understanding, if one is on an acceleration program and does and passes a NUS module during his/her NUSH days, the modular credits earned will be carried forward to NUS. NUS is based on modular credits and any modular credits earned while studying at NUSH will help to lighten the Uni workload or shorten the period to graduate from NUS.
Also, NUS also has Advanced Placement. Before the start of Year 1, NUS would invite students with better results to sit for their own AP exams. If one passes these AP tests, he/she would earn the modular credits be exempted to take these modules at Year 1 (somewhat similar to NUSH acceleration program). I believe those NUSH students who opt to do honour will be well placed to pass the AP exams by NUS.
Besides its own exams, NUSH also conduct AP exams by College Board. The grades scored for these AP exams will earn you credits at most US universities, including the Ivy League Uni. For example, a grade of 5 for Maths will earn you 10 credits at Stanford. Again this would shorten your Uni course.
Also, I believe you could take more than 2 honours in Year 5 & 6. There are a handful of Year 5 who are taking 3 honours this year. -
DVL:
From my understanding, if one is on an acceleration program and does and passes a NUS module during his/her NUSH days, the modular credits earned will be carried forward to NUS. NUS is based on modular credits and any modular credits earned while studying at NUSH will help to lighten the Uni workload or shorten the period to graduate from NUS.quote=\"dagong99\"]
That's my understanding too. Have yet to read up on Year 5 Subject Specialization Briefing slides ... but I know max no of majors that one can take is 4 and honours is 2, so have to decide by year end. :roll:macflashpay:
There must be some miscommunication here. I doubt any NUSH student can go directly to year 2 or 3 for Science/Engg course at local uni, or year 3 at MIT, as someone claimed above.
Most unis practise modular system. I believe what the NUSH senior meant is, some students can get exemption for certain modules (not the level!) if he has taken those NUS modules while studying at NUSH, or he has met module exemption requirements (eg. Medalist at Intl Olympiads). If he has done well for AP exams, he can get exemption for some modules (again, not level) at certain US unis.
Also, NUS also has Advanced Placement. Before the start of Year 1, NUS would invite students with better results to sit for their own AP exams. If one passes these AP tests, he/she would earn the modular credits be exempted to take these modules at Year 1 (somewhat similar to NUSH acceleration program). I believe those NUSH students who opt to do honour will be well placed to pass the AP exams by NUS.
Besides its own exams, NUSH also conduct AP exams by College Board. The grades scored for these AP exams will earn you credits at most US universities, including the Ivy League Uni. For example, a grade of 5 for Maths will earn you 10 credits at Stanford. Again this would shorten your Uni course.
Also, I believe you could take more than 2 honours in Year 5 & 6. There are a handful of Year 5 who are taking 3 honours this year.[/quote]
DS1 is taking acceleration in one of the Sciences and will likely be taking nus module next year but was told if take 1 major, 3 honours, have to get approval from VP.
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Just to share :
Subject Specialisation Briefing 2015 (For Y5, 2016)
Options available :
1. 3 Majors : Math + 2 Sciences
2. 3 Majors : Math + 1 Science + 1 CS
3. 4th Major - Condition : Yr 3-4 CAP Min 3.5, Subject CAP Min 4.0, Parents & Student to meet Year Head for approval.
Trend :
1. 2014 : 21 dropped Honours, 12 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.5 to 0.6)
2. 2013 : 62 dropped Honours, 28 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.9 to 0.6)
3. 2012 : 16 dropped Honours, 14 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.6 to 0.4)
For some Honours subjects, there are pre-requisites to be taken before you can be considered for Honours.
For Math Honours, consistently A+ or A in core modules. There is no 2nd intake, if you miss it, you miss it.
For Chemistry Honours, relevant for Chemistry, Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engrg courses in Uni. Covers some Uni contents.
For Biology Honours, relevant for Bio Engrg, Bio Tech, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Selection is in Sem 2.
Good Luck ! -
dagong99:
Dropped = did not take in Y6 after doing in Y5?Just to share :
Subject Specialisation Briefing 2015 (For Y5, 2016)
Options available :
1. 3 Majors : Math + 2 Sciences
2. 3 Majors : Math + 1 Science + 1 CS
3. 4th Major - Condition : Yr 3-4 CAP Min 3.5, Subject CAP Min 4.0, Parents & Student to meet Year Head for approval.
Trend :
1. 2014 : 21 dropped Honours, 12 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.5 to 0.6)
2. 2013 : 62 dropped Honours, 28 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.9 to 0.6)
3. 2012 : 16 dropped Honours, 14 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.6 to 0.4)
For some Honours subjects, there are pre-requisites to be taken before you can be considered for Honours.
For Math Honours, consistently A+ or A in core modules. There is no 2nd intake, if you miss it, you miss it.
For Chemistry Honours, relevant for Chemistry, Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engrg courses in Uni. Covers some Uni contents.
For Biology Honours, relevant for Bio Engrg, Bio Tech, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Selection is in Sem 2.
Good Luck ! -
Nebbermind:
Only mentioned \"dropped\", I guess should be since Honours only start from Yr 5 for most. But at least now I understand why they say parents & child must see Level Head for approval.
Dropped = did not take in Y6 after doing in Y5?dagong99:
Just to share :
Subject Specialisation Briefing 2015 (For Y5, 2016)
Options available :
1. 3 Majors : Math + 2 Sciences
2. 3 Majors : Math + 1 Science + 1 CS
3. 4th Major - Condition : Yr 3-4 CAP Min 3.5, Subject CAP Min 4.0, Parents & Student to meet Year Head for approval.
Trend :
1. 2014 : 21 dropped Honours, 12 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.5 to 0.6)
2. 2013 : 62 dropped Honours, 28 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.9 to 0.6)
3. 2012 : 16 dropped Honours, 14 dropped 4th Major, CAP change (-0.6 to 0.4)
For some Honours subjects, there are pre-requisites to be taken before you can be considered for Honours.
For Math Honours, consistently A+ or A in core modules. There is no 2nd intake, if you miss it, you miss it.
For Chemistry Honours, relevant for Chemistry, Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engrg courses in Uni. Covers some Uni contents.
For Biology Honours, relevant for Bio Engrg, Bio Tech, Life Sciences and Medicine.
Selection is in Sem 2.
Good Luck ! -
Hi,dagong99,
Is your DS2 in NUSH,too?I recalled both yr DS are strong in Maths.
May I know are there many hw or projects? -
Maple leaf:
i know dagong99 DS1 is very strong in Chemistry.....Hi,dagong99,
Is your DS2 in NUSH,too?I recalled both yr DS are strong in Maths.
May I know are there many hw or projects?
opps :censored: -
scm292:
i know dagong99 DS1 is very strong in Chemistry.....Maple leaf:
Hi,dagong99,
Is your DS2 in NUSH,too?I recalled both yr DS are strong in Maths.
May I know are there many hw or projects?
opps :censored:
:salute:
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Maple leaf:
Yes, DS2 in NUSH too.Hi,dagong99,
Is your DS2 in NUSH,too?I recalled both yr DS are strong in Maths.
May I know are there many hw or projects?
Year 1 & 2 not too bad but come Year 3 & 4, esp Year 4,
Every subject has at least 1 to 2 projects, be it group or individual. If you have electives and/or enrichments, the more .... -
scm292:
:oops: probably because DS1's interests is in Chemistry & Biology
i know dagong99 DS1 is very strong in Chemistry.....Maple leaf:
Hi,dagong99,
Is your DS2 in NUSH,too?I recalled both yr DS are strong in Maths.
May I know are there many hw or projects?
opps :censored: But too bad he probably has to drop the rest next year including Physics O. Hopefully can still keep his Chem O. :roll:
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