JC1 Subject Combination Briefing

5th February, 2020Mr Tan Jek Suan (VP, Student Development)

Outline of Presentation

•Overview•Decision-making Process•Requirements & Criteria•Subject Information Sessions•Course Selection System

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A GUIDE TO SUBJECT COMBINATION SELECTIONAN INITIATIVE OF THE  STUDENT DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF CJC

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Selection Talk

Requirements for A’ Levels• Normal combination of subjects

– 3 H2 + H1 + General Paper (GP) + Project Work (PW) + MTL

– At least one of the H2 or H1 is from a contrasting discipline

• GENERAL PAPER - H1 subject over 2 years• Project Work – H1 subject, examined in October/November

2020

• Science – Bio, Chem, Phy, Maths & Further Maths• Arts – Econs, ELL, Geog, Hist & Lit

Example of Subject Combination

Science:

3 x H2 MathsPhyChem

H1 Econs(contrasting)

Humanities:

3 x H2 LiteratureEconomicsGeography

H1 Maths(contrasting)

Stretch Options• Four H2 subjects (L1R5 raw score ≤10):

– 4 H2 + GP + PW + MTL• H3 : Students may offer H3 in J2 if they have the passion

for and have done CONSISTENTLY well for the H2 equivalent subject at JC1.– 3 H2 + H1 + GP + PW + MTL + H3 (in J2)– 4 H2 + GP + PW + MTL + H3 (in J2)

• Ignite Programme – CJC Signature Programme to stretch your Critical Thinking & be an active citizen; traits that universities are looking for

Choosing your Subject Combination

• University Courses’ specific requirements

• COMBINATION CHOICE– Study requirements carefully– Science Courses: S1 to S9– Arts Courses: A1 to A7

• ARTS or SCIENCE?– Are you eligible for the subject?

• From Science to Arts (meets Arts COP & criteria)• From Arts to Science (meets Science COP & criteria)

NUS Courses Minimum Subject RequirementsSchool of Medicine

Medicine * H2 pass in Chemistry and either Biology or Physics.

Nursing * Pass in any two of the following H2 subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Physics and Mathematics.

Faculty of Dentistry

Dentistry * H2 pass in Chemistry and either Biology or Physics.

Faculty of Engineering

Engineering# H2 pass in Mathematics of Further Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry.

Biomedical Engineering# H2 pass in Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry. Those without a H2 pass in Chemistry will have to read the Chemistry Bridging Module (CM1417) in the 1st year.

Chemical Engineering# H2 pass in Mathematics or Further Mathematicsand Chemistry and Physics.

Civil Engineering# H2 pass in Mathematics or Further Mathematicsand either Physics or ChemistryElectrical Engineering#

Environmental Engineering# H2 pass in Mathematics or Further Mathematicsand Chemistry and Physics.

Engineering Science H2 pass in Mathematics or Further Mathematicsand Physics

MYTH: My senior says H2 Maths and/or H2 Chemistry is compulsory for university admissions.

TRUTH: H2 Maths and/or H2 Chemistry is necessary if you are intending to do STEM related courses in the university.

NTU College of Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences

Art, Design & Media*^ 

‘O’ Level/equivalent pass in Mathematics, and a good grade in General Paper/Knowledge & InquiryIn addition, applicants are required to produce and submit the following materials for admission assessment:∙ A portfolio∙ Personal Statement and Writing Samples∙ A Creative Project∙ Three Visuals

Communication Studies* H1 Level pass I Mathematics, or ‘O’ level/equivalent pass in Additional Mathematics, and at least a B grade in General Paper/Knowledge & InquirySelection Test/Interview: On a selective basis

Economics*A good grade in H1 Level Mathematics, andA good grade in General Paper/Knowledge & InquirySelection Test/Interview: On a selective basis

English*  A good grade in General Paper/Knowledge & Inquiry/ H1 Level English Literature/H2 Level HistorySelection Test/Interview: Yes

History*  A good grade in General Paper/Knowledge & Inquiry/ H1 Level History/English Literature/GeographySelection Test/Interview: Yes

Linguistics & Multilingual Studies* 

A good grade in General Paper/Knowledge &Inquiry/ H2 Level Humanities Selection Test/Interview: Yes

Psychology A good grade in H1 Level Mathematics, andA good grade in General paper/Knowledge & InquirySelection Test/Interview: On a selective basis

Public Policy & Global Affairs 

A good grade in General Paper/Knowledge & Inquiry/ H1 Level History/English Literature/GeographySelection Test/Interview: On a selective basis

For Humanities, a good grade in GP/KI is necessary

Specific Criteria

• H2 Maths – Passed Additional Maths at ‘O’ levels

• H2 Further Maths – Obtained a grade of ‘A1’ at ‘O’ Levels

Mathematics – Obtained Distinction in ‘O’ Level Additional

Mathematics

Specific Criteria

• SCIENCES: – Physics (A level) Physics or Combined Science (Physics/?)

– Chemistry (A level) Chemistry or Combined Science (Chemistry/?)

– Biology (A level)Biology or Combined Science (Biology/?)

• Did only one Combined Science?

Specific Criteria• Students who have taken ‘O’ Level Combined Science,

without any other Pure Sciences, are eligible for ONLY ONE H2 Science subject.

• Eligible students may opt to take the 2nd science subject at H1 if they have grades of ‘A2 or better’ in all the three subjects: Mathematics, Additional Mathematics and Combined Science.

Specific Criteria• Geography/History/Economics/Literature:

– No prerequisite, have interest in the subject, be able to write well

• Knowledge & Inquiry (KI) / English Language & Linguistics (ELL):– Pass the selection test– KI can only be taken as the 4th H2 subject– Attend subject briefing for more information @LT1,

1pm

Specific Criteria

• What if I do not meet the criteria because of certain circumstances?• You may appeal for special consideration• There will be a briefing in LT4 @1pm.

Mother Tongue Language (MTL) Policy

All JC1 students are required to take H1MTL or MTB, except those who 

• Are exempted from taking MTL (approved by MOE) 

• Take Foreign Languages (FL‐ H1 French/ German/ Japanese) or Non Tamil Indian Languages (NTIL‐ Bengali/ Hindi/ Punjabi/ Urdu /Gujarati ) in‐lieu of MTL (approved by MOE) 

• Obtained D7 or better in ‘O’ Level HMTL 

**As Burmese & Thai are not offered at A level, students who have been granted approval to take Burmese & Thai at O level will have to apply for MT exemption at A levelSubmit the following to HOD/MTL by 7 Feb 2020:• Parent’s letter (addressed to Ms Lee Ting Ting, HOD/MTL, CJC)• Copies of PSLE and ‘O’ Level certificates

First MTL lesson Term 1 Week 6 — ALL students must attend

• All students taking Foreign Languages/ Non Tamil Indian Languages MUST have applied for and been given formal MOE approval for this. 

• All JC1 students taking H1 FL (French/ German/ Japanese) and NTIL (Bengali/ Hindi/ Punjabi/ Urdu /Gujarati) will have to register for the FL/NTIL classes at the respective language centres 

• You must inform your respective language centres to send all Exam results to CJC.

• For students who wish to apply for a place in MOE Language Centre (MOELC), you are required to do an on‐line registration via the MOELC website: http://www.moelc.moe.edu.sg 

• Registration is from Wed 5 Feb to  Fri 7 Feb 2020 (registration closes at 5pm sharp). 

• Admission to MOELC is subject to factors such as the availability of vacancies. 

H1 FL/NTIL in-lieu-of MTL

• Students who are not studying in MOELC/ waiting for MOELC registration outcome:

• You are expected tomake the arrangement to study the approved language privately (e.g. private language centers or private tutors).

• MOE has put in place support measures for you. Please approach HOD/MTL for more information.

H1 FL/NTIL in-lieu-of MTL

Submission of Documents(By 7 Feb 2020 5pm)

(Tray at General Office)

• O Level Higher MTL students: Copy of O Level certificate showing HMTL grades

• MT B students: Copy of MOE approval certificate

• Foreign Languages & NTIL students: Copy of MOE approval certificate and proof of lessons at language centres/ private tuition

• Exempted from MTL: Copy of MOE approval certificate

• First-time applications for MTL Exemption/ MT B: parents’ letters/ application forms, documents etc

Economics

Problem – Based Social Science

Explores Current Issues

Studies Behaviour of Consumers, Producers and the Government

Using Concepts, Theories, Principles

WHAT IS ECONOMICS? 

ECONOMICSSkills and Qualities Required

Comfortable with

interpreting data

Able to organize

ideas and write

coherently

Curious about

current world issues

Well Read

Self Directed

Literature in English

LiteratureWhat A-Level Literature is not: not a reading circle;

not a club to talk about feelings.What A-Level Literature is: analysis of literary

techniques and effects to make sense of texts.

Do not take Literature if: you struggle to read and write in English; will not read your texts; think it is a “soft subject”, “easy to score in”, or “can smoke one”. We will prove you wrong every single day. Do take Literature if: you are willing to think

critically, participate actively, read your texts, and wrestle with ambiguity and abstraction.

H2s: 5 texts; H1s: 2 texts. Poetry is inescapable. Note: O-Level Literature is not a prerequisite.

Mathematics

H1 Maths or H2 Maths?

• The question should be “What course do I intend to take in the University?

• This is key in helping you to decide the choice. • Please refer to the University websites for the courses and

check if they require H1 Maths or H2 Maths. Many science-based courses only require a pass in H1 Maths.

Further Mathematics

• To find out more on Selection test, please proceed to LT5 at 1pm today.

Graphing Calculator Sales Dates & Time: Feb 7 (Fri)    :   8:30 am to 12:00 noon

Venue:   Training and Development Centre

Price : S$170.00 (inclusive of 7% GST)

Price is ONLY valid on this date. After this date, sales of GC will take place only at Bras Basah and the price will be higher.

Students who on financial assistance need not purchase a GC at this point.

Payment:  either by Cheque or Cash

For Cheque Payment :‐ Please issue to : Learning Interactive Pte Ltd‐ Must state below details on the reverse side of your cheque: 

We encourage you to pay by Cheque. 

- Name of Student- OG Group- Mobile number

Revision Package (Contents from ‘O’ Levels)

Topics1.The Number System2.Quadratic Functions and Equations3.Factor Theorem4.Surds and Indices5.Exponential and Logarithmic Functions6.Partial Fractions7.Trigonometry8.Differentiation and Integration

$0.90 per person

Science

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY PHYSICS

CATHOLIC JUNIOR COLLEGE

‘A’ level

‘

A’ Level

‘O’ Lvl

‘O’ Lvl

Increased breadth

Increased breadth

Greater depth

BIOLOGY CHEMISTRY PHYSICSSCIENCE

H2 SciencePaper 1 (MCQ) 15%Paper 2 (Structured) 30%Paper 3 (Free Response) 35%Paper 4 (Practical) 20%

H1 SciencePaper 1 (MCQ) 33%Paper 2 (Structured & Free Response) 67%NO PRACTICAL EXAM* H1 Chem (Team‐Based Learning)

• Compared to O‐level Syllabus, there is an increase in demand in terms of breadth (more topics) & depth (complexity of topic) for the A‐level H2 and H1 Science Syllabus

• Need to consider carefully the rationale for studying H2 or H1 Science subjects

Non‐Science50%

9%

Do not require H2 Chemistry

41%Science & Engineering

50%

Require H2 Chemistry

University Courses(NUS, NTU, SMU, SUTD)

CJC Ignite Programme

…looks for outstandingLEADERS who are greatTHINKERS and greater DOERSwho LEAD well & SERVE evenbetterApproach:• interactive and technologically enabled pedagogy• seminar style teaching in small class sizes.

What Do You Need for the Future?

Our aim is to produce graduateswith the INTERDISCIPLINARYTHINKING, INTELLECTUALRIGOUR, INITIATIVE, &INNOVATIVE SPIRIT to makesignificant CONTRIBUTIONS TOSOCIETY.

Approach:• develop interdisciplinary thinking• Seminar style

What Do You Need for the Future?

Data ScientistSustainability ManagerYouTube Content CreatorsDrone OperatorsMillennial Generational Expert

~ 65% of children

entering primary schools today

will likely work in roles that don’t

exist today (World Economic Forum, 2016)

The global market for unmanned aerial vehicles has been growing rapidly, creating job opportunities for drone operators Image: REUTERS/CharlesPlatiau

10 Jobs that didn’t exist 10 years ago

Source : World Economic Forum, 2016

App DeveloperSocial Media ManagerUber DriverDriverless Car EngineerCloud Computing Specialist

VUCA Future

Change in skills demand

and composition

(Future of Jobs ReportWorld Economic Forum, 2016)

VUCA Future

CJC Signature ProgrammeIgnite Programme

in a Nutshell

• A stretch programme for students in Arts and Science faculty

• Rigorous development of TMLH • Critical Thinker with a Mission, • Active & Confident Leader with a Heart

• Future ready with a global perspective

What did our past students say?

Critical thinking, trained us to think and question

If you want to be this…

• HAVE CRITICAL, CREATIVE & INTERDISCIPLINARYTHINKING

• COLLABORATE IN MULTICULTURAL SETTINGS• COMMUNICATE THOUGHTS AND BELIEFS WITH

CONFIDENCE, CLARITY AND CONVICTION• ADAPT TO EVER CHANGING CONTEXTUAL

SETTINGS/SITUATIONS• VALUES-DRIVEN AND OTHERS-CENTRED

Who are suitable for Ignite Programme?

• Passionate about learning and desire to acquire knowledge.

• Want to challenge yourself to think critically.• Have convictions to use your knowledge and

talents to contribute to the society and community.

Who Can Apply for Ignite Programme?

• Open to interested students from both Science & Arts faculty

• Students who qualify for ELL / KI will be part of the Ignite Programme

Course Selection SystemAdministration Briefing 2020

Online Subject Selection Exercise

• Login URL will be made available on the college’s website http://cjc.moe.edu.sg/

• Subject Registration will be online from: 5pm on 5th Feb 2020 (Wed)

To12noon on 8th Feb 2020 (Sat)

• Students without internet access at home can do so in the CJC Library (Go to Library to seek the Librarian’s help)

Important!

• You are only allowed to submit your registration ONCE.

• You will not be allowed to change your subject choices after you have submitted.

• You will have to proceed for paper registration if you change your mind or have made a mistake. So please choose carefully.

• Remember your User Name and Password. You will need it for CCA Selection next week.

Unable to log on to the system

• Students who are unable to log on to the system will have to submit their subject selection via FormSG.

• They will have to complete their registration by 12noon on 8th Feb 2020 (Sat).

2. Go to:Subject

Registration

1. Students

3. Link will be [ONLINE] during

Registration Period

*Download slides for today’s

briefing if needed

*Students who are unable to log on to the system(Submit their Registration via FormSG by

12noon 8 Feb Saturday)

4. Enter Login

credentials

5. Login ID:

20JC4321X(all in CAPs)

6. Default Password:

CJCstudent20

*Copy Down

“Year in JC1” + “JC” + last 5 characters of NRICExample: If you are a JC1 student in 2020, and your NRIC is T0254321X, your new Student Login ID will be 20JC4321X from 2020.

2 0 J C 4 3 2 1 X

7. Enter a New Password

7. Confirm New Password

After log in, you will need to enter: i. Set up new passwordii. Email (to inform you of results)iii. Mobile number (to contact you)iv. Postal code (for user verification)v. secret question and answer (for reset password)

*write your new password down

8. Login ID:20JC4321X

(all in CAPs)

8. Enter NEWpassword

“Year in JC1” + “JC” + last 5 characters of NRICExample: If you are a JC1 student in 2020, and your NRIC is T0254321X, your new Student Login ID will be 20JC4321X from 2020.

2 0 J C 4 3 2 1 X

After log in, you will need to enter: i. Set up new passwordii. Email (to inform you of results)iii. Mobile number (to contact you)iv. Postal code (for user verification)v. Secret question and answer (for reset password)

9. Enter email

9. Click to Update

After log in, you will need to enter: i. Set up new passwordii. Email (to inform you of results)iii. Mobile number (to contact you)iv. Postal code (for user verification)v. secret question and answer (for reset password)

10. Enter Mobile number

10. Click to Update

After log in, you will need to enter: i. Set up new passwordii. Email (to inform you of results)iii. Mobile number (to contact you)iv. Postal code (for user verification)v. secret question and answer (for reset password)

11. Enter Postal Code

11. Click to Update

After log in, you will need to enter: i. Set up new passwordii. Email (to inform you of results)iii. Mobile number (to contact you)iv. Postal code (for user verification)v. secret question and answer (for reset password)

12. Select a Security

Question

After log in, you will need to enter: i. Set up new passwordii. Email (to inform you of results)iii. Mobile number (to contact you)iv. Postal code (for user verification)v. secret question and answer (for reset password)

12. Enter Secret Answer

12. Click to Update

*CCA Selection Module will be available during CCA Selection

period

Click to select subject choice

Subject Choices

Selection Test

Appeal

Declaration

Subject Choices

3 possible subject choices

Only eligible subject combinations will

appear

Subject Choices

EitherONE H1

orONE H2

per choice

Subject Choices

Subject Choices

Error message for incomplete selection

Mother Tongue

Check to acknowledge

Selection Test

Declaration

• Students who are appealing to do 4 H2 combination(do not meet criteria)

• Students who are appealing to do 3 H2 combination (do not meet specific criteria)

Appeal

08 / 02 / 2020 - 12:00

Check Submit to complete Subject

Registration

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