* Millennia Institute (MI)
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hercules:
thanks hercules.From what I have read so far, Janet's son is more suited to be in the poly. A level is likely to kill him with so much writing required.
To me this is a clear cut case of not going for A level route, and so I don't really understand why in the first place the application for MI when all gunfire should be focused in getting into a course of interest in ANY poly.
Youth years are limited. Should enjoy this crucial part of life while studying and not struggling through the 3 years when there's a lower chance of bearing meaningful fruit after that.
Many key self esteem issues are involved for the child's emotional development during these years if such have not been developed positively in the earlier years. The child should complete this part of the development as a more confident person and not in a self-doubting and defeated mode (if a child can't complete this part of emotional development by age 18 (almost reaching the last chance of developing healthy EQ), then this negative trait is likely to follow him for the rest of his life. So do not take this part of emotional development lightly and only be clouded with the far fetched 'uni' picture).
Good Luck, Janet!
it was indeed a BIG mistake to put MI for the first 2 choices...main reason was because hubby felt that son would have more courses to choose if he had taken A levels...but we didn't realize how tough GP & MT will be. so we had neglected his feelings and his interest...which explained the mad rush yesterday to appeal. though this thing is not on a first-come-first-serve basis, it was really a desperate rush to make amendments. well, he had made his choices, now is to pray hard for the best. -
Hi! I really need advice on YJC vs MI.
I am currently a school drop out because I am not used to the poly system and studying something that I am not really that interested in. I am planning to enroll to either YJC/MI next year through the JAE system. I am afraid 2 years is too short for me so I am thinking of going MI. I would call myself a slow but independent learner so which would you recommend? I am also scared of mixing with the wrong people seeing i get influenced rather easily… My combi will most likely be PCME. with Econs being H1. I am also
2016 O level grades
English - C6
Chinese - A1
Emath - A1
Comb Humans - B3
Amath - A2
Comb Sci (Chem/Phy) - A1
No CCA points. Took 6 subjs because I dropped from pure chem/phy. -
helpmeplease666:
My daughter was from MI, graduated last year. I can't comment on your subjects as she was in Arts stream (but didn't take Econs). She was also eligible for JC but we advised her to choose MI. We appreciated the extra year that MI provides as we knew that she would not have handled the faster pace and pressure of JC well. MI teachers are very supportive of the students, and (I think) more strict than JC teachers. A lot also does depend on the student's motivation, discipline and willingness to also seek additional help if needed. My daughter is not very easily influenced, so she didn't have issues with that. If you are, you will need to choose your friends carefully and be disciplined in what you do. I was told that about 30% of MI students get into local universities, which I believe is comparable to some of the JCs like YJC. My daughter has just started at NTU this year, and we are quite sure she would not have done as well for her A levels if she had tried to do it in 2 yrs in JC.Hi! I really need advice on YJC vs MI.
I am currently a school drop out because I am not used to the poly system and studying something that I am not really that interested in. I am planning to enroll to either YJC/MI next year through the JAE system. I am afraid 2 years is too short for me so I am thinking of going MI. I would call myself a slow but independent learner so which would you recommend? I am also scared of mixing with the wrong people seeing i get influenced rather easily.. My combi will most likely be PCME. with Econs being H1. I am also
2016 O level grades
English - C6
Chinese - A1
Emath - A1
Comb Humans - B3
Amath - A2
Comb Sci (Chem/Phy) - A1
No CCA points. Took 6 subjs because I dropped from pure chem/phy.
Some students will give JC a try after JAE if they qualify, and then appeal to switch to MI after a few weeks if they find the pace in JC too fast. You could try that too? But you should check whether it is easy to switch or whether the rules have changed. -
helpmeplease666:
Why don't you drop in to both schools to get a feel of the culture & environment before you decide? It would give you a chance to see for yourself the student cohort. This will certainly help in your decision, among other factors.Hi! I really need advice on YJC vs MI.
I am currently a school drop out because I am not used to the poly system and studying something that I am not really that interested in. I am planning to enroll to either YJC/MI next year through the JAE system. I am afraid 2 years is too short for me so I am thinking of going MI. I would call myself a slow but independent learner so which would you recommend? I am also scared of mixing with the wrong people seeing i get influenced rather easily.. My combi will most likely be PCME. with Econs being H1. I am also
2016 O level grades
English - C6
Chinese - A1
Emath - A1
Comb Humans - B3
Amath - A2
Comb Sci (Chem/Phy) - A1
No CCA points. Took 6 subjs because I dropped from pure chem/phy.
Based on your grades, you may wish to consider aiming for YJC first.
However, remember that as in all things, no matter where you go & what you do, HARD WORK & DISCIPLINE will carry you through this journey called LIFE!
All the best! -
helpmeplease666:
Hi! I really need advice on YJC vs MI.
I am currently a school drop out because I am not used to the poly system and studying something that I am not really that interested in. I am planning to enroll to either YJC/MI next year through the JAE system. I am afraid 2 years is too short for me so I am thinking of going MI. I would call myself a slow but independent learner so which would you recommend? I am also scared of mixing with the wrong people seeing i get influenced rather easily.. My combi will most likely be PCME. with Econs being H1. I am also
2016 O level grades
English - C6
Chinese - A1
Emath - A1
Comb Humans - B3
Amath - A2
Comb Sci (Chem/Phy) - A1
No CCA points. Took 6 subjs because I dropped from pure chem/phy.
Perhaps, best to call up both Yishun JC and MI : find out whether any rules had been changed, to Allow poly grads (un-completed) to come in to study at JC / MI.
If both or either one allow, without blockage, then proceed to apply.
If not allowed, try to complete your Poly Diploma, or see if any chance to transfer to another Diploma that interests u, either within the same Poly, or from another Poly -
helpmeplease666:
What course did you do in Poly?Hi! I really need advice on YJC vs MI.
I am currently a school drop out because I am not used to the poly system and studying something that I am not really that interested in. I am planning to enroll to either YJC/MI next year through the JAE system. I am afraid 2 years is too short for me so I am thinking of going MI. I would call myself a slow but independent learner so which would you recommend? I am also scared of mixing with the wrong people seeing i get influenced rather easily.. My combi will most likely be PCME. with Econs being H1. I am also
2016 O level grades
English - C6
Chinese - A1
Emath - A1
Comb Humans - B3
Amath - A2
Comb Sci (Chem/Phy) - A1
No CCA points. Took 6 subjs because I dropped from pure chem/phy. -
phtthp:
Should be able to applyhelpmeplease666:
Hi! I really need advice on YJC vs MI.
I am currently a school drop out because I am not used to the poly system and studying something that I am not really that interested in. I am planning to enroll to either YJC/MI next year through the JAE system. I am afraid 2 years is too short for me so I am thinking of going MI. I would call myself a slow but independent learner so which would you recommend? I am also scared of mixing with the wrong people seeing i get influenced rather easily.. My combi will most likely be PCME. with Econs being H1. I am also
2016 O level grades
English - C6
Chinese - A1
Emath - A1
Comb Humans - B3
Amath - A2
Comb Sci (Chem/Phy) - A1
No CCA points. Took 6 subjs because I dropped from pure chem/phy.
Perhaps, best to call up both Yishun JC and MI : find out whether any rules had been changed, to Allow poly grads (un-completed) to come in to study at JC / MI.
If both or either one allow, without blockage, then proceed to apply.
If not allowed, try to complete your Poly Diploma, or see if any chance to transfer to another Diploma that interests u, either within the same Poly, or from another Poly
https://www.moe.gov.sg/admissions/joint-admissions-exercise/eligibility-criteria -
CatMoon:
Im afraid JC will be too fast paced for me... looking at MI's system (y1 MT, y2 H1 papers, y3 h2 papers) looks just nice to me.
Why don't you drop in to both schools to get a feel of the culture & environment before you decide? It would give you a chance to see for yourself the student cohort. This will certainly help in your decision, among other factors.helpmeplease666:
Hi! I really need advice on YJC vs MI.
I am currently a school drop out because I am not used to the poly system and studying something that I am not really that interested in. I am planning to enroll to either YJC/MI next year through the JAE system. I am afraid 2 years is too short for me so I am thinking of going MI. I would call myself a slow but independent learner so which would you recommend? I am also scared of mixing with the wrong people seeing i get influenced rather easily.. My combi will most likely be PCME. with Econs being H1. I am also
2016 O level grades
English - C6
Chinese - A1
Emath - A1
Comb Humans - B3
Amath - A2
Comb Sci (Chem/Phy) - A1
No CCA points. Took 6 subjs because I dropped from pure chem/phy.
Based on your grades, you may wish to consider aiming for YJC first.
However, remember that as in all things, no matter where you go & what you do, HARD WORK & DISCIPLINE will carry you through this journey called LIFE!
All the best! -
Hi! I am a student who took her O's in 2017, received her results, and who is currently in the midst of the JAE selection facing a dilemma. Here's the thing: since last June, i have been bent on getting into Millennia Institute due to it being a 3 year course, the fact that students get to spread out learning as well as take their A's for their H1s and H2s in different years. I was very drawn to the fact that there is such an institute in singapore as i had never heard of it. I have many cousins who attended different schools and hence i get many opinions on what to choose. Problem is, i myself am still very lost as to where i should head to. These are my O level grades :
Eng : A2
Chinese : A1
Emath : B3
Comb humanities(ss+lit):B3
History: B3
Chem: C6
Physics: D7
Amath: F9 (i was planning on not turning up for this subject but changed my mind at the last minute w little to no studying hence the grade)
(after deducting bonus pts) L1R5 :16 L1R4:10
I am seriously considering taking the Art stream in MI , but many relatives have been advising me to go to poly instead. I am determined on studying very hard if i do go to MI bc i have read about the low uni admission rates
IMO, i can't judge a school based on that but it is still a factor i am worried about. Another choice i have is the new Jurong Pioneer JC, which i think i may be able to enter due to its cuttoff point maybe increasing. Thing is, i dont know if i even want to go to a jc, as i have heard horror stories about the rigour of cramming for 2 years straight. I would much rather take an extra year in MI to better prepare myself. I dont think it would be a 'waste' of a year as my relatives say. Then again, with my R4 pts, i am eligible for many good poly courses such as NP's mass comm. I just dont know if i am truly keen on those courses seeing as i dont really have any passions or dreams whatsoever. If i go to MI, i will be aiming for NUS Law(this may be a little far fetched), or if not some social science course. I know the general career direction i want to go in, just not the specifics, which is why i am fearful of going into a poly. i have read up about the pros and cons of JC/MI as well as polys, and still am at a loss as to what i should choose. Any tips or help would be greatly appreciated, and i apologise for the essay i have typed out :roll: -
My daughter studied Arts in MI, graduating in 2016. She is now in NTU. All the reasons you give for favouring MI are valid ones, I feel. It’s true that the entry rate to local universities can’t compare with the top JCs, but at around 30%, it’s similar to some JCs. The extra year is great boon to those who don’t like the fast pace and cramming of the JC course. There are some students (not sure how many) who do make it to NUS Law; not many, but it’s not impossible. And you can always go to poly after your A levels if you decide that university is not for you, or you find that there is a poly course that you really are interested in.
The whole idea of "wasting" time is something that the older generation of Singaporeans get stuck in. I suppose in the days when getting a job early to support the family was crucial, and people had shorter careers, it was a valid concern. But if your family doesn’t require your income so soon, what’s another year, or even a few more years? And you are supposed to work till at least 67 now! I think it’s better to go slowly and achieve more than rush and achieve less. I believe that my daughter would not have got the same results had she tried to do A levels in 2 yrs, so we are very glad we decided on MI.
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