Integrated Programme (IP)

[Wanderer1231]

Umm…my question is directed at the scenario that an IP student attempt the dsa route into JC. But thanks for the reply!


So, you mentioned that academic dsa is no longer an option, what about other aspects, like talent in programming/writing ect? Do you know of any instances whereby competence demonstrated in those fields is taken into considerstion? Thanks!

[phtthp]

Then u must examine content of that DSA year 4 Application form : see what DSA routes, one can enter by, for that particular JC, u are interested in.


Whether apply to Sec 4 O-level candidates for DSA, will also apply to Year 4 IP candidates, although not many would expect IP students to DSA at Year 4, as people assume that IP students will naturally (automatically) graduate, from their Affliated JC.

Suppose after checking the Sec 4 DSA application, but the Form inside never mention any DSA route for "talent in coding / computer programming", nor for "creative writing essay" talent. What u can do, is drop the VP (Academic) of that particular JC u are keen In, an email. The VP will get reply u within a week, whether can proceed or not, with your talent proposed.

If the VP 's reply is "Sorry, cannot. Our Junior College only accept DSA candidates at end of Sec 4, via Sports domain only", too bad. That means got to go back to "Transfer" method, not by this "DSA" method, since it doesn’t work after trying, where this JC is concerned.

So far, I had checked only the A-level bound JC DSA Application form. None of them allow DSA at Sec 4, by individual academic Subject. But, by research projects done, Yes, have ! But, those IB-bound places like SJI / ACSI, I never check. To me, if one is strong in Maths & Science, think better to do the A-level. That’s my own opinion.

[phtthp]

Wanderer1231:

Umm...my question is directed at the scenario that an IP student attempt the dsa route into JC. But thanks for the reply!


So, you mentioned that academic dsa is no longer an option, what about other aspects, like talent in programming/writing ect? Do you know of any instances whereby competence demonstrated in those fields is taken into considerstion? Thanks!

Let's take a look at Anderson Junior College, year 4 DSA Application Form.

Besides the usual DSA routes like Cca (Sports) or Performing Arts stuff, which is common, since ex Psle time already have all these Cca stuff, AJC is also looking for talents, in other specific areas as well :-

- programming coding (bingo ! That's where your child talent lies in),

- Scientific Research projects undertaken, via Clubs. So, they are looking at the type (nature) of Research projects you have worked upon, before.

But, AJC didn't ask for Talent in \"creative writing\".

https://ajc.moe.edu.sg/admissions/direct-school-admission-dsa-1

That means, if u apply for DSA into Anderson JC via \"programming\" talent, AJC can process your Application form. But if apply via \"Creative writing\", cannot process, because AJC didn't even open up this channel, for DSA potential candidates.

At end of Year 4, several students will be applying for DSA into Polytechnic, into Junior Colleges. Can be O-level candidates, or can be IP students as well, although rare IP students, but still possible.

[Wanderer1231]

But is dsa at this point in time still possible? Why does transfer require dsa? Can just submit application letter and relevant materials right? If the jc thinks you have potential, they might call you for an interview or something?

[FantasyLandDreams]

Hi

I would like to check if there is option to do Normal Chinese instead of HCL , in RI, RGS, NYGH, HCI?
Or is it that HCL is compulsory in these 4 schools at Sec 1?

Also, I heard that O level track students will get 2 bonus points for JC admission for doing HCL? Please correct me if wrong? For IP students, no such ‘benefit’ right, perhaps only saving time of one year in JC1 to study other subjects instead, as I assume HCL O Level paper would already been taken at Sec 4? Not sure how the system works now as I have not been keeping track on this HCL in Secondary thingy.

Anyone can advise on the above? Thank you very much.

[jtoh]

FantasyLandDreams:

Hi

I would like to check if there is option to do Normal Chinese instead of HCL , in RI, RGS, NYGH, HCI?
Or is it that HCL is compulsory in these 4 schools at Sec 1?

Also, I heard that O level track students will get 2 bonus points for JC admission for doing HCL? Please correct me if wrong? For IP students, no such 'benefit' right, perhaps only saving time of one year in JC1 to study other subjects instead, as I assume HCL O Level paper would already been taken at Sec 4? Not sure how the system works now as I have not been keeping track on this HCL in Secondary thingy.

Anyone can advise on the above? Thank you very much.

Yes, you can choose to do CL instead of HCL at RGS and RI. I'm not sure about NYGH and HCI.

There's no need for HCL bonus points in IP. If you pass HCL at O level in Year 4, you can, depending on your grade, be excused from taking CL in Years 5/6. In RGS, you need to have passed HCL at minimum D7 (iirc) to be excused from taking CL at A levels. If you think you can do better, you're welcome to take CL at JC. The minimum grade to be excused from taking CL in HCI/NYGH in Years 5/6 is B4, I believe. HCI/NYGH parents would have better info on this.

[ngl2010]

jtoh:

FantasyLandDreams:

Hi

I would like to check if there is option to do Normal Chinese instead of HCL , in RI, RGS, NYGH, HCI?
Or is it that HCL is compulsory in these 4 schools at Sec 1?

Also, I heard that O level track students will get 2 bonus points for JC admission for doing HCL? Please correct me if wrong? For IP students, no such 'benefit' right, perhaps only saving time of one year in JC1 to study other subjects instead, as I assume HCL O Level paper would already been taken at Sec 4? Not sure how the system works now as I have not been keeping track on this HCL in Secondary thingy.

Anyone can advise on the above? Thank you very much.

Yes, you can choose to do CL instead of HCL at RGS and RI. I'm not sure about NYGH and HCI.

There's no need for HCL bonus points in IP. If you pass HCL at O level in Year 4, you can, depending on your grade, be excused from taking CL in Years 5/6. In RGS, you need to have passed HCL at minimum D7 (iirc) to be excused from taking CL at A levels. If you think you can do better, you're welcome to take CL at JC. The minimum grade to be excused from taking CL in HCI/NYGH in Years 5/6 is B4, I believe. HCI/NYGH parents would have better info on this.

C6 in RI

[FantasyLandDreams]

Thanks, jtoh and ngl2010.

[sky minecrafter]

Sharing... https://www.mindstretcher.com/events/key-skills-for-english-language-arts?fbclid=IwAR2LmxP-v7v6ftIxceKJEF3vurwgdHS_VfZVbUYzA5mbgZh1K_cI0xa_SZg (Mind Stretcher). Program outlines look all-encompassing. However, IP schools tend to supply their own notes (of similar content), so perhaps more applicable for participants looking to study in advance?

[kboon2009]

Sorry for the noob question… is the core curriculum offered by the respective IP schools similar, or are they free to design their own? Any difference between independent schools (eg RGS/NYGH) and government schools (eg DHS)?