Sec 4N Parents Briefing 13 Feb 2015
Sec 4N Parents Briefing
13 Feb 2015
Education and Career Guidance: Latest Updates on Post-Secondary Education Pathways
To identify and address gaps between students targets and student achievement.
Updating parents on the school programs.
Our objectives
What is the path?
4N
O level Examination
Junior Colleges/Centralised Institutes
(2-3 years)
(GCE A Level)
Polytechnics
(3 years)
(Diploma)
Institute of Technical Education
(1-2 years)
(Nitec/Higher Nitec)
• Universities (3-4 years for undergraduates)
• Workplace
Your
child
is
here
DPP (Higher Nitec)
PFP
(Polytechnic)
Nitec Programme
What is available to you? 5 Polytechnics
One Year Programme offered by 5 polytechnic
More than 80% of Diploma courses offered
Practice-oriented curriculum
Hands-on experiences
Dynamic and progressive learning environment – work
attachments
Entry Requirement
English, Maths, Best 3 subjects (Raw aggregate score of 11
points of better at GCE N levels
must be average of 3 or better for all 5 subjects
Admission Method
After the release of GCE O levels result release, eligible N (A)
students will receive a copy of the form
Polytechnics Foundation Programme
ITE/NITEC Route
3 ITE campuses – College East, College West, College
Central
Hands-on learning
Courses meet economic and global demands
All about skills development and preparing you for a
promising career in the workforce
Opportunity to entry Polytechnics
Entry requirements
English, Maths, Best 3 subjects (Raw aggregate score of 19
points of better at GCE N levels
must be 3 or better for English, 4 or better for Maths and 5
for the 3 other subjects
Admission method
After release of N and O level results
Direct-entry scheme to Polytechnic Programme
Courses available under DPP
Applied Sciences
Higher Nitec in Chemical Technology
Engineering
Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design
Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering
Higher Nitec in Electronics Engineering
Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering
Higher Nitec in Mechatronics Engineering
Direct-entry scheme to Polytechnic Programme
Courses available under DPP
Info-Communications Technology
Higher Nitec in Business Information Systems
Higher Nitec in Information Technology
Higher Nitec in Games Art & Design
Higher Nitec in Cyber & Network Security
Direct-entry scheme to Polytechnic Programme
Courses available under DPP
Business & Services
Higher Nitec in Accounting
Higher Nitec in Banking Services
Higher Nitec in Business Studies (Service Management)
Higher Nitec in Event Management
Higher Nitec in Hospitality Operations
Higher Nitec in Leisure & Travel Operations
Higher Nitec in Logistics for International Trade
Direct-entry scheme to Polytechnic Programme
PFP and DPP programmes
PFP DPP
2013 10 4
2014 10 1
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In Secondary 3 Targets were first generated using a projection formula
based on their PSLE grades. Subject teachers will then revise the targets. Students to review targets set by teachers and
feedback if they would like to have a higher target. Beginning of Secondary 4 Students will also be provided with their Sec3 EOY
results so that they know how far they are from their targets.
Target Setting Process
Remedial will be conducted on needs basis
Main Focus on English, Maths, Science and Humanities
Structured Remedial Programme
Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4
Weeks Wk3 to Wk8 Wk1 to Wk5 Wk1 to Wk5 NIL
3 June to 5 June 2015
N and O level Preparatory Programme
Will start from Term 3 onwards
To provide a venue for students to study after school hours
Programme will only start if there is a minimum number of students opting for it
Evening Structured Revision Programme
Tentative dates (written examinations)
Part 1: 14 September – 22 September
Part 2: 6 October to 14 October
N levels examination
After their first part of the examination (between 22 Sept to 5 October), the timetable will be re-structured to better support the students in the remaining subjects.
Restructured Timetable
How can you be involved?
Statistics show that quality
parental involvement results in
better academic performance by
child
Quality Parental Involvement
Coping with Stress
http://parents-in-
education.moe.gov.sg/secondary-
education/how-can-i-support-my-child-
s-growth-and-development/coping-
with-stress
Quality Parental Involvement
Using of Computer/Smartphone
http://parents-in-
education.moe.gov.sg/secondary-
education/how-can-i-support-my-child-s-
growth-and-development/cyber-
wellness/tips-and-advice-for-parents
Quality Parental Involvement
Proactive Guidance for early
intervention
1. Time management – personal
timetable
2. Support for weak subjects identified
Quality Parental Involvement