Beyond NUS, SMU, NTU
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tree nymph:
I wish I knew.Mathsparks,
Where is her interest?sleepy:
Totally agree with ya, sleepy. Being a ptwm, I fully agree that work life balance is important especially for mothers.
My humble opinion, I wouldn't recommend this career path to my kids. Despites its good career prospect, there's just too much overtime due to the nature of the job. Most of my peers were working crazy hours too and quite a number had since left the industry to be SAHMs (including myself). Once we have young children, it's very difficult to achieve work life balance. -
Are these the recognized law degrees?
http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-educationuk-about-undergraduate-study-information-leaflet-recognition-of-uk-degrees.pdf -
2ppaamm:
From the U.K., yes. And the good news is now even a 2:2 honours would sufficeAre these the recognized law degrees?
http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-educationuk-about-undergraduate-study-information-leaflet-recognition-of-uk-degrees.pdf
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clarabella:
Clarabella, are you a lawyer? Just need some views from a lawyer. My daughter wants to study law so I'm exploring the different options.
From the U.K., yes. And the good news is now even a 2:2 honours would suffice2ppaamm:
Are these the recognized law degrees?
http://www.britishcouncil.org/singapore-educationuk-about-undergraduate-study-information-leaflet-recognition-of-uk-degrees.pdf -
Fire away, 2ppaamm.
Hope I can help. -
Is law school suitable for an early entrant? Like only 14 years old but has all the qualifications?
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mathsparks:
Which Uni in Singapore offers Actuarial Science? Do they take matured applicants?
You're welcome, blobbi! So many inputs, I'm slowing going thru them.Blobbi:
If I'm not wrong, Actuarial Science qualifications can also be gained on the same basis as the ACCA and Law.
Tks for starting the thread, mathsparks! -
2ppaamm:
Wow, tough question. I want to say no, I don't think this is an area of study suitable for a 14yo, because there are lots of legal issues (ethics, for one) that will require a certain level of maturity to appreciate.Is law school suitable for an early entrant? Like only 14 years old but has all the qualifications?
But then I guess you don't have an average 14yo huh .
Law school is a very rewarding experience, but it can also be very demanding and for many, discouraging in the beginning. If she has the intellect, the understanding and emotional maturity equivalent to those much older, and you think she can cope with the rigours, I don't see why not. Er, if you get in the top UK law schools, really will make history.
Imho, for law school, other than the obvious skills (think of all those reading and remembering!), one needs to have the ability to: [1] REALLY THINK, [2] form an opinion, [3] analyze and reason, [4] explain coherently (verbal/in writing) lah. Very simple right?
Er, I'll digress a bit and describe briefly the method of instruction that's common in many law schools. Most professors employ the case method, where students are asked to read cases that illustrate legal rules for specific areas of law. They aren't always straightforward, often confusing, and don't come with commentary. You are supposed to read, digest and analyze prior to class, so really, you do the learning part yourself - rule of law, exceptions, controversial areas etc. Class is for the purpose of discussion of the material which you should already know. I think this is the part that many S'pore kids aren't prepared for, i.e. learn on their own. So if your child doesn't have the need-to-be-spoon-fed mentality, good for her! I taught for a while and have seen first-years going in thinking they can do well based on the study skills that brought them thus far, and many ended up floundering because they don't have the right expectations.
Oh, just for fun here is a sample of the type of essay question frequent in exams:
“Judges should be given no discretion in sentencing criminals: all criminal penalties should be fixed by statute. The exercise of discretion in sentencing requires an exercise of moral judgment by the judge, and judges in a modern democracy should not be allowed to exercise moral authority over their fellow citizens.” How far do you agree? Give reasons for your answer.
Fun, right? Try it on your DD.
2ppaamm, actually I think the more difficult part is after graduation, if she intends to practise, cos the first few years as an associate can be quite tough. Lots of work and unearthly hours wor. Very sian for a 18yo to work and work and have not much life for long periods of time. But I guess if she's prepared for it, all will be well :).
My apologies if I'm not much help; a bit blur at this hour... -
2ppaamm:
Which Uni in Singapore offers Actuarial Science? Do they take matured applicants?
NTU's B.Bus studies has an Actuarial Science program, I believe. -
daisyt:
Usually at job fairs, if govt agencies have a booth, they will have a list of Unis/degrees they recognise.
How to check if the govt agencies recognise the type of degree and from which private school ? :?mrswongtuition:
And another thing to check: Do govt agencies recognise that degree? If yes, then it's rather safe
E.g. My friend got a degree from UOL via SIM Global Education. She's working in govt dept now and they recognise her degree.
Example: MOE recognises degrees from UniSIM and SIM Global Academy (only selected degree programs).
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