NUS High School of Mathematics and Science (Diploma)

[blur-daddy]

Hi parents,


My DS1 is interested in maths and science but totally petrified of mother tongue.

From what I read, I know the focus will be on Maths and Science. I understand that NUSH issued diploma by end of 6 yr. Can share how’s mother tongue like in this school? Does kids stop taking mother tongue after yr 4, or must continue till yr 6? Is mother tongue tested at O level or AO level?

[sakura_2009]

sall:

Hi happymum8, yes, my girl is very happy in RV.

Actually, I wrote that not to tarnish the sch's image, but my experience was really v different from the other parent(sorry, forgot the name)

Hmmm...it was a pity your experience was quite the opposite of mine. Nevertheless, I'm sure the school would have made improvements each year as they gather feedback from the parents and others who attended their open house events. Nevertheless, my personal experience with them has indeed been a pleasant one

[happymum8]

blur-daddy:

Hi parents,


My DS1 is interested in maths and science but totally petrified of mother tongue.

From what I read, I know the focus will be on Maths and Science. I understand that NUSH issued diploma by end of 6 yr. Can share how's mother tongue like in this school? Does kids stop taking mother tongue after yr 4, or must continue till yr 6? Is mother tongue tested at O level or AO level?

All students take mother tongue like the rest of the school though the emphasis is on maths and science.

DS took HCL and after getting an A1 for HCL taken at Year 4, she does not need to take chinese lesson anymore. This should be the same throughout most schools in Singapore.

For those taking HCL, you can take CL at Year 3 for 'O'Level and HCL at Year 4 for 'O' Level.

[jtoh]

happymum8:

blur-daddy:

Hi parents,


My DS1 is interested in maths and science but totally petrified of mother tongue.

From what I read, I know the focus will be on Maths and Science. I understand that NUSH issued diploma by end of 6 yr. Can share how's mother tongue like in this school? Does kids stop taking mother tongue after yr 4, or must continue till yr 6? Is mother tongue tested at O level or AO level?

All students take mother tongue like the rest of the school though the emphasis is on maths and science.

DS took HCL and after getting an A1 for HCL taken at Year 4, she does not need to take chinese lesson anymore. This should be the same throughout most schools in Singapore.

Yes, it's an MOE policy. Doesn't matter which school you're in.

[blur-daddy]

Hi joth and happymum8,


thanks for your clarification. Ok, I got the picture.

[jtoh]

you’re welcome blur daddy.

[Pen88n]

Hi Mummies and Daddies out there,


A friend and I were chatting about NUSH DSA for her GEP kid. I know that NUS High focus on Maths and Science, and it is most useful for those who wants to go into research work in the Maths and Science area. Need to clarify the following:

- What about for kids who wants to go into Medicine / Dentistry? Will they be able to do so with the NUS High Diploma?

- For kids who want to go into more language-based faculty (eg. business admin, law, arts, etc.). Will they be at a disadvantage with the NUS High Diploma vs A Level results?

Appreciate any advice. Thanks

[happymum8]

blur-daddy:

Hi joth and happymum8,


thanks for your clarification. Ok, I got the picture.

You are welcome!

[happymum8]

Pen88n:

Hi Mummies and Daddies out there,


A friend and I were chatting about NUSH DSA for her GEP kid. I know that NUS High focus on Maths and Science, and it is most useful for those who wants to go into research work in the Maths and Science area. Need to clarify the following:

- What about for kids who wants to go into Medicine / Dentistry? Will they be able to do so with the NUS High Diploma?

- For kids who want to go into more language-based faculty (eg. business admin, law, arts, etc.). Will they be at a disadvantage with the NUS High Diploma vs A Level results?

Appreciate any advice. Thanks

- What about for kids who wants to go into Medicine / Dentistry? Will they be able to do so with the NUS High Diploma? ==> Yes they can do so. A number of the graduates already in Medicine.

- For kids who want to go into more language-based faculty (eg. business admin, law, arts, etc.) ==> A few doing law, liberal arts at top uni overseas.

- Will they be at a disadvantage with the NUS High Diploma vs A Level results? ==> Do not think so. In fact Nus High students given very positive comments as they are very focus in the course of their studies.

[Pen88n]

happymum8:

Pen88n:

Hi Mummies and Daddies out there,


A friend and I were chatting about NUSH DSA for her GEP kid. I know that NUS High focus on Maths and Science, and it is most useful for those who wants to go into research work in the Maths and Science area. Need to clarify the following:

- What about for kids who wants to go into Medicine / Dentistry? Will they be able to do so with the NUS High Diploma?

- For kids who want to go into more language-based faculty (eg. business admin, law, arts, etc.). Will they be at a disadvantage with the NUS High Diploma vs A Level results?

Appreciate any advice. Thanks

- What about for kids who wants to go into Medicine / Dentistry? Will they be able to do so with the NUS High Diploma? ==> Yes they can do so. A number of the graduates already in Medicine.

- For kids who want to go into more language-based faculty (eg. business admin, law, arts, etc.) ==> A few doing law, liberal arts at top uni overseas.

- Will they be at a disadvantage with the NUS High Diploma vs A Level results? ==> Do not think so. In fact Nus High students given very positive comments as they are very focus in the course of their studies.

Thanks so much, HappyMum8. Appreciate your help in clarifying.