* Raffles Institution (RI) - Year 5-6
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Could this ‘loose’ linkage be a statistical glitch? That is, is what you’re describing statistically likely to be the result of chance or not?
Sometimes, the apparent distribution is due to bucket-filling algorithms. Consider what happens if students are ranked by GPA and then placed into classes so that the number of students in any equivalent class (i.e. with the same combination) remains roughly the same while the classes are being filled. So you would put the 1st student in the 1st class, 2nd in 2nd class and then repeat when you get to the end.
What you get then depends on whether you do a unidirectional or bidirectional pass when filling the spaces. This is not a random process, although it might look like it. -
autolycus:
Interesting - but i understand that the class sizes vary greatly.Could this 'loose' linkage be a statistical glitch? That is, is what you're describing statistically likely to be the result of chance or not?
Sometimes, the apparent distribution is due to bucket-filling algorithms. Consider what happens if students are ranked by GPA and then placed into classes so that the number of students in any equivalent class (i.e. with the same combination) remains roughly the same while the classes are being filled. So you would put the 1st student in the 1st class, 2nd in 2nd class and then repeat when you get to the end.
What you get then depends on whether you do a unidirectional or bidirectional pass when filling the spaces. This is not a random process, although it might look like it. -
Quintessential Mum:
Interesting - but i understand that the class sizes vary greatly.
That would happen if the classes are filled by combination first, and then by some other method of distribution. I'm sorry... it's my history as a timetabling officer.
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autolycus:
No worries! I like your thought process!Quintessential Mum:
Interesting - but i understand that the class sizes vary greatly.
That would happen if the classes are filled by combination first, and then by some other method of distribution. I'm sorry... it's my history as a timetabling officer.
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Hi everyone, I’m going to try for RJC next year after my O levels, as far as I know, the cop is 3 points so does it mean that RJC only admits students with HMT? I’m very concerned about this as I don’t have HMT as my subject combination…apart from that, does anyone know how the academic dsa for RJC is like? Do they pick students strong only in all subjects tested or strong in one particular subject(like physics) and the ability for this subject is displayed in one of their DSA test? I think I’m much stronger in physics and I hope I can be admitted base on this strength. Help please, thanks a lot.
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They do allow students without HMT to appeal into the school. In fact, they have several places reserved for such cases.
Academic DSA to RI is not easy. There’s no tests, but there are interviews. You have to show that you have performed extremely well in the particular domain you have selected. As far as I remember, there’s only math olympiad or science research categories under the academic DSA. -
twilight:
No tests? So does it mean that i must have some prerequisite certification of good performance in SMO to get into the school? What about the science research categories? Does it mean that i must have some history of partake in science researches? Then after that just interviews? lol. Sorry for asking so much questions lol, as i can't find anyone to consult out there, including my school teachers..They do allow students without HMT to appeal into the school. In fact, they have several places reserved for such cases.
Academic DSA to RI is not easy. There's no tests, but there are interviews. You have to show that you have performed extremely well in the particular domain you have selected. As far as I remember, there's only math olympiad or science research categories under the academic DSA. -
bandmate:
Hi everyone, I'm going to try for RJC next year after my O levels, as far as I know, the cop is 3 points so does it mean that RJC only admits students with HMT? I'm very concerned about this as I don't have HMT as my subject combination..apart from that, does anyone know how the academic dsa for RJC is like? Do they pick students strong only in all subjects tested or strong in one particular subject(like physics) and the ability for this subject is displayed in one of their DSA test? I think I'm much stronger in physics and I hope I can be admitted base on this strength. Help please, thanks a lot.
What twilight had mentioned is that u hve to demonstrate concrete evidence of yr outstanding knowledge in a particular science field via academic or national competitions. At sec 3, there's nothing to talk about science research.
COP for RI, jc1 level science stream is generally 2 pts, ie 6-2-2, 3 is meant for arts and that's partial only. All those without HMT and wish to study there hve to score a minimun of 7 A1s at 0-level including english and place RI as their first choice in jae. At this juncture, is worth to note that by taking this initiative, u must be prepared to choose another jc as yr 2nd choice as HCI(JC) would not entertain yr appeal if its institution is not placed as yr top choice.
The purpose of u going RI is to position yourself to hve the opportunity or undertaking an intern research programme at A* or alternatively to take up a H3 module in \"essential of modern physics\" as RI/HCI are rather liberal in granting permission for their students to take up H3 module vs-a vs other jcs. If yr intention is not the above nor future scholarship applications(early cycle), then i would recommend NJC and Anderson jc as alternative choices, both of which are famed for their science programmes. In fact unless u also good in yr other subjects and with all the above aspirations if not do consider the alternative jcs.
In summary, only the best 0-level students should study in RI(JC) for the above purpose. If yr sole objective is to secure a spot in yr chosen course in one of our local unis, my recommendation is not to go RI. In the meantime, go and concentrate to secure all yr As. -
Edureach:
:yikes: Gosh!! standards have gone up again? I remember about 3 years back, Sc stream was 3 points and Arts stream 4 points to apply for RI(JC)... Geesh... :scared:
COP for RI, jc1 level science stream is generally 2 pts, ie 6-2-2, 3 is meant for arts and that's partial only. -
It’s still partial 3, but hardly anyone with 3 will be able to get into RI.
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