DSA 2022

[phtthp]

Mima\" post_id=\"2067510\" time=\"1652525169\" user_id=\"194754:

Any specific reason for not applying to SST?

For obvious reasons,
P6 students will not apply for SST DSA, if

1) if they possess a deep passion for Triple Pure Science

Because

SST at Upper Sec 3 level, forbid Triple Science subject combination.
This is the school rule, set by SST school team of management.


SST criteria for Sec 3 is
maximum, students are allowed to only take max. 8 subject combination, including one compulsory \"Applied\" Science subject, in case there are students who want to choose the Polytechnic route, after their O level.


2) which Secondary school in Singapore, then permit students to pursue Triple Science from Sec 1, Term 1, day 1 onwards ?

Out of more than 100+ Secondary schools that are available in Singapore, answer is :
NUS High.

Why ?

Because

NUS High is a \"Specialized\" school, for those who are deeply passionate about Maths & Science.

Not even RI, nor Hwa Chong.
When do RI (IP) and Hwa Chong (IP) then allow students to pursue Triple Science ?

only when they come to Sec 3 level.
Not at Sec 1 level.

SST,
when come to Sec 3,
can only do maximum (Double Science + one more additional Applied Science).
Eg.
take Pure (Physics + Chem) + an additional Biotechnology ( an Applied Science subject).

Actually,
SST is just like another typical O-level school. However, what sets SST apart or make her stand out, is because

a) SST students take \"Applied\" Science subject

+

b) her curriculum is a bit unique, more interesting, has more practical, commercial value oriented so that the structure is not so theortical based, more hands-on projects involvement.


3) students who are not interested in taking O level National exam, will also boycott SST. They much prefer to target IP schools instead,
because

It is compulsory for
All Sec 4 SST students, to sit for their O level.

4) distance travelling to and fro everyday, from home to SST.

Example

If I were to stay in Pasir Ris, at extreme end in the east, I won't choose SST, located in the west.

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So, how to make decision, whether u want SST, or not ?

5) first of all, decide.
You want to sit for O-level, or don't want to ?

If don't want, then choose IP.


6) But within IP itself, again, need to make another second layer of decision making.

Within IP itself,
you want 6 years
Curriculum (IB or A-level) ?

If want IB,
then go IB (SJI / ACSI / MGS)

[supermummy2010]

My girl is interested in DSA visual arts, but not many schools have visual arts DSA and I understand that there is a need to create a portfolio of 10 artworks in order to apply for DSA. Need to find out whether there are good recommendations on any compact Art lessons to create portfolio for the artwork before DSA application ends on 1 Jun 2022?

[supermummy2010]

My girl is interested in DSA visual arts, but not many schools have visual arts DSA and I understand that there is a need to create a portfolio of 10 artworks in order to apply for DSA. Need to find out whether there are good recommendations on any compact Art lessons to create portfolio for the artwork before DSA application ends on 1 Jun 2022?

[Mima]

phtthp\" post_id=\"2067602\" time=\"1652661588\" user_id=\"35251:

For obvious reasons,
P6 students will not apply for SST DSA, if

1) if they possess a deep passion for Triple Pure Science

Because

SST at Upper Sec 3 level, forbid Triple Science subject combination.
This is the school rule, set by SST school team of management.


SST criteria for Sec 3 is
maximum, students are allowed to only take max. 8 subject combination, including one compulsory \"Applied\" Science subject, in case there are students who want to choose the Polytechnic route, after their O level.


2) which Secondary school in Singapore, then permit students to pursue Triple Science from Sec 1, Term 1, day 1 onwards ?

Out of more than 100+ Secondary schools that are available in Singapore, answer is :
NUS High.

Why ?

Because

NUS High is a \"Specialized\" school, for those who are deeply passionate about Maths & Science.

Not even RI, nor Hwa Chong.
When do RI (IP) and Hwa Chong (IP) then allow students to pursue Triple Science ?

only when they come to Sec 3 level.
Not at Sec 1 level.

SST,
when come to Sec 3,
can only do maximum (Double Science + one more additional Applied Science).
Eg.
take Pure (Physics + Chem) + an additional Biotechnology ( an Applied Science subject).

Actually,
SST is just like another typical O-level school. However, what sets SST apart or make her stand out, is because

a) SST students take \"Applied\" Science subject

+

b) her curriculum is a bit unique, more interesting, has more practical, commercial value oriented so that the structure is not so theortical based, more hands-on projects involvement.


3) students who are not interested in taking O level National exam, will also boycott SST. They much prefer to target IP schools instead,
because

It is compulsory for
All Sec 4 SST students, to sit for their O level.

4) distance travelling to and fro everyday, from home to SST.

Example

If I were to stay in Pasir Ris, at extreme end in the east, I won't choose SST, located in the west.

===========================

So, how to make decision, whether u want SST, or not ?

5) first of all, decide.
You want to sit for O-level, or don't want to ?

If don't want, then choose IP.


6) But within IP itself, again, need to make another second layer of decision making.

Within IP itself,
you want 6 years
Curriculum (IB or A-level) ?

If want IB,
then go IB (SJI / ACSI / MGS)

Is taking O Level so much stressful?....I heard in IP students have to prove every year that they qualify for IP...isn't that more stressful??
One more question does a student from O level join the IP students in JC?
If he does......does he get the subjects he has chosen or do the IP students get priority??
I am new here so don't know much abt the system.

[floppy]

supermummy2010\" post_id=\"2067612\" time=\"1652671149\" user_id=\"114322:

My girl is interested in DSA visual arts, but not many schools have visual arts DSA and I understand that there is a need to create a portfolio of 10 artworks in order to apply for DSA. Need to find out whether there are good recommendations on any compact Art lessons to create portfolio for the artwork before DSA application ends on 1 Jun 2022?

I counted at least 14 schools offering visual art as an option for DSA, excluding the AEPs and SOTA. I think that's more than sufficient to cater to DSA.

All art schools and art studios should be able to help with your portfolio. However, I think there's a need to be realistic with your expectation. Essentially, there are two ways to create a portfolio: one is in depth, i.e. showcasing mastery of a certain medium, and the other is in breath, i.e. showcasing familiarity and knowledge of multiple mediums. The first can't be done in a month, the second will be challenging to create in a month. Unless you have already started preparing and have some artworks that are of a reasonable quality, to be able to produce 10 quality pieces within a month is quite unlikely.

[Chompchomp]

Anyone has guidance on dsa leadership?

Whats the criteria to even secure an interview for SCGS and NYGH?

[Rockmelon]

Hi, I just realised that both RI and NUSH selection tests falls on 2 July morning. In this case, we should only apply to either school? Thanks.

[Momof2childs]

Shortribs\" post_id=\"2067352\" time=\"1652418469\" user_id=\"193978:

Yes, there is a written test. But the sch has also already started its outreach months ago, selected p6 students have already been invited to attend classes there as part of their recruitment efforts. These include the following:

- IMSO maths and science national team members
- GEP math and science masterclass participants
- NMOS and SPSO gold recipients

That already takes up easily >100 of the slots in NUSH. Out of a cohort of 170-180 that's already more than half, so the odds are really not in your favour if you aren't in any of the above groups.

But at the same time I have also seen GEP student with Gold/Platinum in MO not receiving LO from NUSH but from Raffles. And mainstream all AL1 student with no Olympiad medals to boast of receiving LO from NUSH. So maybe the school is also diversifying it’s profile of students or maybe have certain requirement on GEP/MS ratio. Or they want passion for both Math and Science and not just Math or Science. Only they know. How they judge the passion in students is the key question though.

[SG_KP1]

Rockmelon\" post_id=\"2067651\" time=\"1652688808\" user_id=\"146067:

Hi, I just realised that both RI and NUSH selection tests falls on 2 July morning. In this case, we should only apply to either school? Thanks.

NUSH test will be for all applicants. In contrast, RI's test will only be for shortlisted applicants. I'd apply both unless you have a preference and know you will get it (i.e. RI). If you get both, you will likely have to choose where you want to bet...

NUSH selection camp also the same day as HCI interviews...

[ainunnajib]

Rockmelon\" post_id=\"2067651\" time=\"1652688808\" user_id=\"146067:

Hi, I just realised that both RI and NUSH selection tests falls on 2 July morning. In this case, we should only apply to either school? Thanks.

Oh no! Where is this information at? I couldn’t find it at RI’s website.