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zbear:
Is getting a Distinction for H3 necessary in scholarship applications since H3 is recommended for scholarships?


Or a Pass/Merit be sufficient?
I think the trend nowadays is more focused on the whole portfolio of the candidate, slight imperfections in grades (e.g. 1 B or 1 H3 pass/merit) is still acceptable, probably won't hurt the scholarship application much.

E.g. the latest President Scholar \"did well at the A levels, with As in geography, literature in English and mathematics and a B in economics\". (see http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/education/late-bloomer-is-schools-1st-presidents-scholar)

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/79796/2014-15-h3sRSS for NodeThu, 23 Apr 2026 21:01:55 GMTTue, 30 Aug 2016 08:42:28 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 30 Aug 2016 05:52:07 GMT]]>Yes, so bottomline is make sure you’re confident of doing well in all your H2s and H1s before taking on H3.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714985https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714985Tue, 30 Aug 2016 05:52:07 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 30 Aug 2016 05:02:07 GMT]]>Typically those who take H3s are really interested in the subject and want to stretch themselves further, rather than just to mug and add more distinctions to their transcript.


Getting a distinction for H3 is a plus, not having it won’t hurt your chances if you do very well for your H2s.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714969https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714969Tue, 30 Aug 2016 05:02:07 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 30 Aug 2016 04:39:56 GMT]]>

jtoh:
Just a word of caution, I've heard of a few strong students who took H3 subjects but didn't manage to score As in all their core subjects for their A levels. For uni applications, UAS scores and H2 grades are more important than H3 grades.

Thanks for the warning. Yes, I know the risks. Still, I would like my daughter to give this some serious thought (when she comes up for air after the promos). I'm sure there will be briefings; just thought I'd ask some questions since someone else brought it up!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714959https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714959Tue, 30 Aug 2016 04:39:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 30 Aug 2016 03:58:27 GMT]]>

zbear:
Is getting a Distinction for H3 necessary in scholarship applications since H3 is recommended for scholarships?


Or a Pass/Merit be sufficient?
zbear, I may be mistaken but I thought your dd got a scholarship? I think we should be asking you for advice. 😉 In case it comes across wrongly, please know that I mean this in the best possible way.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714949https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714949Tue, 30 Aug 2016 03:58:27 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 30 Aug 2016 03:40:58 GMT]]>Is getting a Distinction for H3 necessary in scholarship applications since H3 is recommended for scholarships?


Or a Pass/Merit be sufficient?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714940https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714940Tue, 30 Aug 2016 03:40:58 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 30 Aug 2016 02:47:14 GMT]]>

slmkhoo:
Can I rephrase and expand zbear's question? What are the Chem and Maths H3s available? It seems that there are several different ones. It seems that H3s can be offered by MOE, NUS or NTU? What's the difference? It seems so confusing! And when do the students have to apply?

Your dd's school will have a briefing on this or may already have had the briefing. I think there's also a website listing all the available H3 subjects for the year. Can't recall now but I think applications are after promos as they need to see if your grades meet the minimum requirements before allowing you to take the H3s.

Just a word of caution, I've heard of a few strong students who took H3 subjects but didn't manage to score As in all their core subjects for their A levels. For uni applications, UAS scores and H2 grades are more important than H3 grades.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714920https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714920Tue, 30 Aug 2016 02:47:14 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 30 Aug 2016 01:40:41 GMT]]>H3s are typically offered to the strong students (i.e. those who are doing well in their H2s), and to help them in scholarship applications. That said, I feel it’s better for the students to ensure that they ace their H2s and H1 than spread their resources too thin to cover too many subjects.


The H3s offered by NUS and NTU are selected modules held in the two campuses which the students have to take for one semester, and then take the midterms/assignments/final exam for the grade. Some H3s are research-based (e.g. those offered by A*star), where the students have to complete a research project within a stipulated time frame. H3s offered by MOE-Cambridge will be tested along with the other A level H2 and H1 subjects in November.

Students typically apply in the second half of their first year in JC to do the H3s in JC2. Some schools I believe will only allow invited students to take them.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714875https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714875Tue, 30 Aug 2016 01:40:41 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Mon, 29 Aug 2016 06:40:44 GMT]]>Can I rephrase and expand zbear’s question? What are the Chem and Maths H3s available? It seems that there are several different ones. It seems that H3s can be offered by MOE, NUS or NTU? What’s the difference? It seems so confusing! And when do the students have to apply?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714655https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714655Mon, 29 Aug 2016 06:40:44 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Mon, 29 Aug 2016 06:03:57 GMT]]>This is like asking people if they prefer red or green color. It all depends on what the student likes/strong in and what major he/she intends to take up in the university.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714644https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714644Mon, 29 Aug 2016 06:03:57 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Mon, 29 Aug 2016 02:57:02 GMT]]>Reviving this thread - which is a better choice to take - H3 Maths or H3 Chemistry? What are the benefits of taking either?


Thanks.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714564https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1714564Mon, 29 Aug 2016 02:57:02 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Fri, 09 Jan 2015 01:58:38 GMT]]>Not sure when is the SAT test. But they were studying for it.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1446249https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1446249Fri, 09 Jan 2015 01:58:38 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Fri, 09 Jan 2015 01:04:19 GMT]]>SAT books? Was there a SAT test going on later that day?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1446203https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1446203Fri, 09 Jan 2015 01:04:19 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Fri, 09 Jan 2015 00:27:12 GMT]]>Yesterday was matriculation day for those taking external NUS H3. A visual scan shows that those taking NUS H3 were largely dominated by foreign scholars, armed with SAT books. 🤷 :razz:

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1446168https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1446168Fri, 09 Jan 2015 00:27:12 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:25:45 GMT]]>

mathtuition88:
Augmum:

[quote=\"mathtuition88\"]
H3 Maths would be useful for Math related courses in University, including Engineering, Physics, Computer Science.

Some Math related careers here: https://www.math.ucdavis.edu/~kouba/MathJobs.html

Linear Algebra I in NUS is a really interesting course, student will learn how to do Math \"proofs\", and also learn cool-sounding concepts like \"eigenvalues\".

Thanks mathtuition88 for yr response to my question...appreciated...
Will let my gal know abt it...

You are welcome.

Linear Algebra I (NUS) will also help improve concepts in the normal H2 maths. Students will gain a deeper understanding about vectors, dot product, cross product, lines and planes, all of which are part of the H2 syllabus.[/quote]Oic...taken note...

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432412https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432412Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:25:45 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:23:05 GMT]]>I did maths in U.

It is a quite a common pre-requisite for many jobs.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432409https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432409Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:23:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:17:11 GMT]]>

Augmum:
mathtuition88:

[quote=\"Augmum\"]Would like to seek opinions as to \"What are the career options if read Maths in Uni \"??

( besides teaching , which she is not interested in)
That will help to decide whether to take up H3 Maths or not ...

H3 Maths would be useful for Math related courses in University, including Engineering, Physics, Computer Science.

Some Math related careers here: https://www.math.ucdavis.edu/~kouba/MathJobs.html

Linear Algebra I in NUS is a really interesting course, student will learn how to do Math \"proofs\", and also learn cool-sounding concepts like \"eigenvalues\".

Thanks mathtuition88 for yr response to my question...appreciated...
Will let my gal know abt it...[/quote]You are welcome.

Linear Algebra I (NUS) will also help improve concepts in the normal H2 maths. Students will gain a deeper understanding about vectors, dot product, cross product, lines and planes, all of which are part of the H2 syllabus.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432407https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432407Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:17:11 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:14:49 GMT]]>

Rejoin:
H3 subjects are mainly for interest.

That said, I'll chip in with my two cents.

Mathematics is an important foundation for many courses in University, as well as graduate studies (should you decide to do it). Some of the most lucrative jobs out there are known as Quants (Quantitative finance, Quantitative traders, Algorithmic traders, High frequency Traders). These jobs require no less than a PhD in the mathematical arena (i.e. Computer Science, Math, Engineering, etc). They are also highly competitive (i.e. Jump Trading, Jane Street, GETCO typically hires MIT/Stanford/CMU graduates only).
Thanks Rejoin for chipping in yr info on Uni Maths ...

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432405https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432405Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:14:49 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:07:45 GMT]]>

mathtuition88:
Augmum:

Would like to seek opinions as to \"What are the career options if read Maths in Uni \"??

( besides teaching , which she is not interested in)
That will help to decide whether to take up H3 Maths or not ...

H3 Maths would be useful for Math related courses in University, including Engineering, Physics, Computer Science.

Some Math related careers here: https://www.math.ucdavis.edu/~kouba/MathJobs.html

Linear Algebra I in NUS is a really interesting course, student will learn how to do Math \"proofs\", and also learn cool-sounding concepts like \"eigenvalues\".

Thanks mathtuition88 for yr response to my question...appreciated...
Will let my gal know abt it...

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432403https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432403Tue, 16 Dec 2014 12:07:45 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 16 Dec 2014 07:45:19 GMT]]>

Augmum:
Would like to seek opinions as to \"What are the career options if read Maths in Uni \"??

( besides teaching , which she is not interested in)
That will help to decide whether to take up H3 Maths or not ...
H3 Maths would be useful for Math related courses in University, including Engineering, Physics, Computer Science.

Some Math related careers here: https://www.math.ucdavis.edu/~kouba/MathJobs.html

Linear Algebra I in NUS is a really interesting course, student will learn how to do Math \"proofs\", and also learn cool-sounding concepts like \"eigenvalues\".

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432298https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432298Tue, 16 Dec 2014 07:45:19 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Tue, 16 Dec 2014 06:46:39 GMT]]>H3 subjects are mainly for interest.

That said, I’ll chip in with my two cents.

Mathematics is an important foundation for many courses in University, as well as graduate studies (should you decide to do it). Some of the most lucrative jobs out there are known as Quants (Quantitative finance, Quantitative traders, Algorithmic traders, High frequency Traders). These jobs require no less than a PhD in the mathematical arena (i.e. Computer Science, Math, Engineering, etc). They are also highly competitive (i.e. Jump Trading, Jane Street, GETCO typically hires MIT/Stanford/CMU graduates only).

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432233https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1432233Tue, 16 Dec 2014 06:46:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Wed, 26 Nov 2014 09:41:05 GMT]]>

mrdercer:
there has been no more game theory since 2014 because the professor passed away in a diving accident

No one else capable of teaching the same course ?

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1423062https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1423062Wed, 26 Nov 2014 09:41:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Wed, 26 Nov 2014 08:58:34 GMT]]>there has been no more game theory since 2014 because the professor passed away in a diving accident

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1423021https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1423021Wed, 26 Nov 2014 08:58:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to 2014-15 H3s on Thu, 23 Oct 2014 23:19:59 GMT]]>

BitterSweet:
zeemimi:

Which is more popular, the MOE H3 or Uni H3?


Depends, have to consider the different factors. Pros and cons for both.

On one hand, uni H3s end earlier, in about may, so you're free to focus on your other subjects after that. But uni H3s this year are at hwa chong, so students from other JCs have to factor in travel time (MOE H3s will be held in your own JC I think). Also, uni H3s have two lessons a week (because they only have 5 months to finish the syllabus), where MOE H3 has one lesson a week.

But MOE H3 will last all the way until the end of A-levels, which can be very tiring. On the other hand, final exams for uni H3s might class with sports seasons for some students. So yeah, must consider all these factors, plus which has H3s that suit you better.

Tks bittersweet for the info. Ntu h3 modules will be held at hci but nus h3 modules will be held at nus. Hv you decided which h3 to apply?

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