Important Information Release of O Level (11 Jan 2016)

Multiple Pathways for GCE ‘O’ Level Students

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For students considering Pre-University Programmes

Joint Admissions Exercise All eligible applications will receive FORM A. Applications must be submitted online through the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS) at All eligible applications will receive FORM A. Applications must be submitted online through the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS) at Registration Period: 11Jan, 3pm to 15Jan, 4pm Registration Period: 11Jan, 3pm to 15Jan, 4pm Applicants are strongly encouraged to use the course application worksheet in FORM A/ the JAE info booklet before submitting the online application. Applicants are strongly encouraged to use the course application worksheet in FORM A/ the JAE info booklet before submitting the online application.

Internet Access at SJC 10 PCs with internet access will be available for use at the Library to register for 2016 JAE/JASAE between 8.30am & 4.00pm daily from from 11 Jan 2016, 3pm to 15 Jan 2016, 4pm. 10 PCs with internet access will be available for use at the Library to register for 2016 JAE/JASAE between 8.30am & 4.00pm daily from from 11 Jan 2016, 3pm to 15 Jan 2016, 4pm. Results of the JAE Posting will tentatively be released on Thursday, 28 January. Results can be assessed at the JAE- IS on the JAE webpage or via SMS if this was provided by the applicant during application. Results of the JAE Posting will tentatively be released on Thursday, 28 January. Results can be assessed at the JAE- IS on the JAE webpage or via SMS if this was provided by the applicant during application. You may seek assistance from Ms Maricor & Mrs Lee Ann Gee if you encounter difficulties while using the PCs at school for the 2016 JAE registration. You may seek assistance from Ms Maricor & Mrs Lee Ann Gee if you encounter difficulties while using the PCs at school for the 2016 JAE registration.

Junior Colleges (JCs) & Millennia Institute Prepares students for the GCE ‘A’ Level Examination Length of study: JCs – 2 years MI – 3 years Cut-off Points: To enter a JC: L1R5 must be ≤ 20 To enter MI: L1R4 must be ≤ 20

What does one study at the ‘A’ Levels? H1H2H3 Half of H2 in terms of curriculum time Equivalent to ‘A’ Level subjects prior to Subjects with opportunity for in- depth study (e.g. advanced content, research paper, university module). Select content subjects from three levels of study: Usual subject combination: three H2s + one H1 content subjects (one which must be contrasting) + General Paper* + Project Work* * Offered at H1 level

What are the subjects available? The JCs and MI offer a variety of subjects. Applicants should check the website of the respective JCs/MI for more details on the subject combinations offered by each of the JCs/MI and the pre-requisites, where applicable, to offer each subject. Applicants eligible for the Chinese/Malay Language Elective Programme (CLEP/MLEP) and who wish to apply for the programme should apply through JAE-Internal system as well. Check out application details from: registration-guide.pdf registration-guide.pdf

For students considering the Polytechnic Programmes (JAE, JPSAE, DAE)

Joint Polytechnic Special Admissions Exercise (JPSAE) Information at and on the various Polytechnic websites. Students may apply simultaneously for JAE and JPSAE JPSAE posting results are tentatively scheduled for release on Friday, 29 January 2016.

Joint Polytechnic Special Admissions Exercise (JPSAE) Through JPSAE, Polytechnics may admit students who have demonstrated -Strong passion/aptitude for the course applied for e.g. through work attachments, sustained involvement in course-related projects, OR -Students with outstanding talents/achievements in leadership/community service/ entrepreneurship/sports/ artistic and creative areas.

How can I get into a Polytechnic? JAE Joint Admissions Exercise Conducted annually to allow GCE ‘O’ Level students to apply for admission to courses offered by JC, MI, Poly and ITE JPSAE Joint Polytechnic Special Admissions Exercise Aims to make available the polytechnic education to students with special aptitude and talents DAE Direct Admissions Exercise Conducted separately by each polytechnic Visit the relevant polytechnic’ websites or contact the relevant polytechnic directly for more details.

Entry into Poly 1. Through the Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE) Students must also qualify for the minimum entry requirements for the course they want to pursue. ELR2B2 is used for admissions into the polytechnics.  English Language  2 RELEVANT subjects for the course applied for  2 other best subjects

The DAE is conducted separately by each polytechnic. ‘O’ Level holders should apply through the JAE first before considering DAE. The application for DAE typically closes before the commencement of the polytechnic term in April. Students interested to participate in DAE should visit the individual polytechnics’ websites or contact the relevant polytechnics directly. 3. Through the Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE) Entry into Poly

For students considering the Arts Institutions (NAFA and LASELLE)

The Arts Institutions Courses are hands- on with a focus in the visual and performing arts (e.g. Design, Animation, Fine Arts, Media, Dance, Music). Students graduate with a Diploma.

School admissions are based on merit. In the Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE), posting outcomes are based on objective and transparent measures of academic merit, i.e. L1R5 aggregate score. Appeals that take place after the JAE should therefore be aligned to these principles, in order to be fair to the other posted students. Students who would like to gain admission to a JC/Institution on the basis of other talents and achievements, e.g. those in sports or arts, already have the option of an alternative admissions pathway in the form of the Direct School Admissions Exercise, which takes place in May to Aug before they sit for the ‘O’ Level examinations

Students should make full use of their 12 choices, where applicable. It is not advisable to only make a few course choices because your application is unsuccessful in getting a place in any of your registered choices, you will be posted to a course with remaining vacancies after all the other students are being posted according to their registered choices. In addition, students are strongly encouraged to indicate at least 2-3 courses where their aggregate scores are much better than the previous year’s course cut-off points (COP), so that you will stand a better chance of being admitted to one of their course choices. Key Considerations before submitting JAE Applications

Students should consider their course choices wisely. In the JAE, applicants are posted to a course based on merit according to their net aggregate scores (i.e. net L1R5 for JC course, net L1R4 for MI course, net ELR2B2 for Polytechnics courses and net ELB4/ELR1B3/ELR2B2 for ITE courses). It is important that students apply for courses that are comparable to their aggregate scores, for better fit and better chances of being admitted.

Key Considerations before submitting JAE Applications Whilst appeals for a transfer to another JC can be done after the JAE posting results are released, students should note that their appeals are not likely to be successful unless they meet the COP of the JC course for that year’s JAE. If a student does not meet the COP of the JC course and wish to appeal for a transfer due to serious medical conditions, the student can submit an appeal to MOE for consideration.

Progression Pathway for 4N Students Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP) -ELMAB3 aggregate does not exceed 11pts. -Met subject-specific requirements for either Group 1/ Group 2 courses - PFP is a 1-year foundation programme at the Polytechnics that offers a practice-oriented curriculum.

PFP Applications: 2pm, Monday, 11 Jan to 4pm, Friday, 15 January PFP Posting Results will be released at 2pm, Tuesday, 19 January 2016 at the PFP website. Students are required to indicated whether they wish to accept/reject/appeal for a change of course by 4pm, Thursday, 21 January. Progression Pathway for 4N Students PFP Details at

Final Phase of Direct-Entry-Scheme to Polytechnic Programme (DPP) Final Application Phase – 2.30pm, Monday, 11 January to end of Friday, 15 January N students who are newly eligible based on their O- level exam results should submit DPP applications online at DPP posting results will be released at 9am, Tuesday, 19 January. Studetns have until Thursday, 21 January to accept/ reject the DPP offer.

Students who accept the DPP under the final application phase must report to ITE on Friday, 22 January Final Phase of Direct-Entry-Scheme to Polytechnic Programme (DPP)

The last day of school for Sec 5 students who have accepted a place in the PFP will be Friday, 29 January The Polytechnics will inform students on the dates of enrolment for the PFP. Students who accepted a place in the earlier December application of the DPP but who have now decided to take up a PFP offer need to apply to ITE to withdraw from their DPP course in order to take up the PFP offer.

Application Procedures to Repeat ‘O’ Level Exam Eligible pupils who wish to repeat Sec 4E or 5N should collect the application form from the general office, complete and submit the form in either of the periods shown below: (a) First period Between 1st to 5th working day from the date of release of Between 1st to 5th working day from the date of release of GCE ‘O’ level examination results. GCE ‘O’ level examination results. (b) Second period Between 1st to 5th working day from the date of release of the JAE posting results. Between 1st to 5th working day from the date of release of the JAE posting results. Please obtain the application forms from the General Office during office hours.

Criterion for Repeating

Appeal for Review of Results The closing date for the application for appeal of results & the payment of appeal fees is Friday, 15 Jan 2016, after which no further application will be considered. The closing date for the application for appeal of results & the payment of appeal fees is Friday, 15 Jan 2016, after which no further application will be considered. The fee is S$ per subject (inclusive of 7% GST). No report will be provided for individual appeal. The fee is S$ per subject (inclusive of 7% GST). No report will be provided for individual appeal. Submit ‘Appeal for Review of Results for School Candidates’ form & make payment to the General Office. Submit ‘Appeal for Review of Results for School Candidates’ form & make payment to the General Office.

Appeal for subjects with coursework components If an appeal is made for subjects with coursework components, the following items, together with Annex A or Annex B must be submitted: For Science subjects with SPA -Submit the answer scripts of candidate (s) concerned For Art - Submit the Preparatory Studies/Final Work For Food and Nutrition - Submit the Folios

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For more information on post-secondary options, log on to ecareers.sg

Available Resources Education and Career Guidance (ECG) Portal Provides information about Polytechnics and ITE insight into a variety of occupations and their entry level requirements Post Secondary School Education Booklet Provides information about a range of education institutions. Financial information and an overview of the possible education pathways is also provided. ost-secondary/files/post-secondary- brochure.pdf 2016 Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE) Provides information on JAE process. dmissions/jae/ JAE-IS Registration Guide for Candidates Provides information on application through JAE Internet System. dmissions/jae/files/jae-registration- guide.pdf ECG MOE (Grange Road) Provides consultation services for students- in-transition Website: Hotline:

Key Services for “Students-in-Transition” MOE Customer Service Centre For quick ECG questions and concerns before referrals iFAQ - MOE List of FAQs related to ECG for students and parents ECG MOE (Grange Road) Provide ECG services for students-in-transition and their parents to complement the services provided by schools A collective effort to provide additional support schools and “students-in-transition” through:

ECG MOE (Grange Road) It is critical that you make informed decisions for successful transition from school to further education. It is strongly advised for you to speak with your teachers and ECG Counsellors (if any) in schools, besides your parents, on the possible pathways. ECG counselling service is available for GCE ‘O’ Level students. Appointments for ECG counselling may be made via – Website: – Hotline: – 35