NUS High School of Mathematics and Science (Diploma)
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walterp:
Looking at her sister's Biology, Physics and Chemistry lesson depth in coverage, My triple Science mainstream Sec 3 DD eye see star at the my year 1 DD work.
my gut feeling is that those who complete the 6 yr prog will not fall short of the B.Sc standard of the NUS.Nebbermind:
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Totally agreed with you, walterp. DS is in Year 1 - the so called foundation year, based on his current Maths & Science curriculum and syllabus, I must say NUSH is building a very strong foundation. I find it quite amazing at the depth at which the Science topics are covered, definitely deeper than \"O\" level. How the school stretch the kids is another story!
As a matter of fact, most of them (taking science-related or mathematics) are already one-foot in NUS or NTU b'cos of their advanced research programme. Of course there are some chose to go business or law. Most of them graduated with NUSH Dip with major honours with High distinction and distinction.
Not mentioning recognition by major IVY league and OxBridge , a Diploma with merit is an almost a gurantee place in any of 4 local u. So much for competing with the \"A\" level. That's the reason why I had no qualm in advising my DD to chose NUSH above RGS where most of her GEP classmates went to. Her GEP classmate top in RGPS 2010 PSLE is also in NUSH and not RGS for a change. I think more girls will join this year.[/quote]Thks Walterp for the useful info. Initially, I was worried that those in NUSH has to continue with either mathematics or science in Uni. But seems like it's not the case. My Ds is pretty outspoken, love to talk. His best subj is Math follows by Science. So, I thought maybe \"research work\" might not suits his character. He doesn't like to be doctor. He wants to be a businessman. So, I thought maybe NUSH doesn't suits him.
Btw, does your DD in NUSH has enrichment class? I'm just wondering since year 1 science is so much more in depth, is there any enrichment class out there for NUSH student? -
Nebbermind:
Thks for the info.. How does the sch stretch kids to max potential?
my gut feeling is that those who complete the 6 yr prog will not fall short of the B.Sc standard of the NUS.DVL:
Totally agreed with you, walterp. DS is in Year 1 - the so called foundation year, based on his current Maths & Science curriculum and syllabus, I must say NUSH is building a very strong foundation. I find it quite amazing at the depth at which the Science topics are covered, definitely deeper than \"O\" level. How the school stretch the kids is another story! -
letgodad:
Thks for the info.. How does the sch stretch kids to max potential?
Like what walterp said, their curriculum is very much accelerated. Even for 1st yr, they r covering topics which we were previously doing for Add. Maths or Physics or Chem (O level stuff)...some even more like what we did in 'A' level. -
I have question wrt public transport.
Right now, the only way I know is to take bus #183 at the bus stop at Clementi Station ( opposite Clementi mall ) and alight three stops later along Clementi road and walk abt 250m (after crossing overhead bridge) to get to the Sch.
Any other way? TIA. -
sandunes:
must come from clementi mrt?I have question wrt public transport.
Right now, the only way I know is to take bus #183 at the bus stop at Clementi Station ( opposite Clementi mall ) and alight three stops later along Clementi road and walk abt 250m (after crossing overhead bridge) to get to the Sch.
Any other way? TIA. -
yukilei:
I was in your situation 2 years ago. My son was so keen on NUSH as he enjoys math and science in very much in primary school. I told my son he might think he likes math and science and what if he realized his other passions half way through NUSH. I spent times discouraging him to only set sight on NUSH but to be more open minded. I have nothing against NUSH but wasn't too comfortable on their \"marketing\" message that the school is catering for student with passion for math and science. My thought was P6 kid could be too young to really know what their true passion in life.hey, I'm new in this thread. I need some info on NUSH. My Ds like NUSH. However, I'm quite skeptical of him going to the school. It's because the school is focusing on Math & Science. He might think that he likes Math now. But what if he realise that his strength is not in Math when he grows older???
Here are my questions. Hope that someone can help to clear my doubts..
a) Is it too young to narrow the choices for the kid at such a young age? I thought IP school is better because of holistic educatin.
b) What are the choices for the child for entry to University? Must they continue with Math & Science faculty? Can they choose others like business or accountancy?
Appreciate some advise here... thanks in advance.
NUSH teachers assured us their school will not be less focus on other subjects, but somehow my old fashion mind didn't buy the idea.
And future more, NUSH issue their own diploma which is less established than A level and IB, though the school has emphasized greatly on the credibility of their cert.
He went through the NUSH DSI but did not get selected, i was relieved
After the PSLE, his result was pretty encouraging, he can indeed apply for NUSH but again I discouraged him and finally he chosen NJC after visited a few other schools.
Though we don't have experience with NUSH curriculum, but my take is that as long as your kid is one of those top IP schools, they would still enjoy vigorous math and science program. It is common to see students from RI, HCI,… compete in math and science competitions along with NUSH students. At least NJC do offer accelerated math and science subjects for students who are capable of coping with more challenging syllabus. On the other hand, NJC also offer external program for non math and science. For example, my son was offered for a fee based holiday program during the first year on story writing and poem appreciation conducted by lecturer from Stanford University, and he enjoyed it.
Now in NJC, he enjoys math, science and English thoroughly and planning to do literature in sec 3. At uni level, whatever he chose is really base on the his passion and interest. For now, my duty is to give him as much exposure and learning experience as possible for him to determine what he wants for his future. I told my wife, it was probably not a mistake for discouraging him from going to NUSH. No offense to others
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thought bus #183 will turn into Clementi Rd? Then can alight just outside the NUS Town and cross over, ya?
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can take bus #96 and alight at same stop…
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letgodad:
Preferably since taking the train to Clementi is the shortest route for us.
must come from clementi mrt?sandunes:
I have question wrt public transport.
Right now, the only way I know is to take bus #183 at the bus stop at Clementi Station ( opposite Clementi mall ) and alight three stops later along Clementi road and walk abt 250m (after crossing overhead bridge) to get to the Sch.
Any other way? TIA. -
Nebbermind:
thought bus #183 will turn into Clementi Rd? Then can alight just outside the NUS Town and cross over, ya?
I believe that's the stop I m using now. Thks!
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