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2016 GCE ‘N’ Level

Progression Pathways

Briefing 19 Dec 2016

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1) Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

2) Direct-Entry-Scheme to Polytechnic

Programme at ITE Higher Nitec course (DPP)

3) Progress to Sec 5N(A) for GCE O Level Exam

4) Progress to ITE for Nitec Course

Progression Pathways for 4N(A)

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Rationale for the PFP and DPP

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• The PFP aims to prepare well-performing Secondary 4N(A) students for progression into selected polytechnic diploma courses.

• The DPP aims to prepare Secondary 4N(A) students for progression into selected polytechnic diploma courses via a 2 year Higher Nitec course at the Institute of Technical Education (ITE). Successful candidates will be required to attend a 10-week preparatory course.

Progression Pathways for Sec 4 (NA) Eligibility Criteria

PFP

Obtain ELMAB3 aggregate score of 11

points or less (excluding CCA bonus

points) and

Meet the subject specific requirements

DPP



points) and


Progression to Sec 5N(A)


points or less; and

At least an N(A)-level grade 5 for all

subjects used in the computation of

ELMAB3

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• Why choose PFP?:

- Suitable for well-performing Sec 4N(A) students.

- A better alternative to Sec 5N(A) as PFP aims to prepare students for progression into selected polytechnic diploma courses.

- PFP-eligible students are strongly encouraged to apply.

(1) Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

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• Application

- Applications for the PFP will open in Jan 2017, on the day the results of the GCE O Level Examinations are released

- Students eligible for the PFP will receive a copy of Form P inviting them to apply for the PFP.

- PFP-eligible students should apply to Sec 5N(A) first as eligibility does not guarantee placement into a PFP course.

(1) Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

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PFP



points) and


DPP



points) and




points or less; and



ELMAB3

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• Why choose DPP? – A better route compared to Sec 5N(A) as students

will take up Higher Nitec programme at ITE – Students who attain required Higher Nitec Grade

Point Average (GPA) scores are guaranteed a place in one of the polytechnic diploma courses mapped to the Higher Nitec course.

(2) Direct-Entry-Scheme to Poly Programme (DPP)

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• Application – Students eligible for the DPP will receive a copy of

Form N inviting them to apply for the DPP.

– Applications for DPP can be submitted online via the ITE application portal between 2.30 pm on 19 Dec 2016 and 5 pm on 22 Dec 2016.

– DPP posting results will be released at 9 am on 27 Dec 2016 via the ITE application portal.

(2) Direct-Entry-Scheme to Poly Programme (DPP)

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Options for 4N(A) Students - PFP

• Students who are only interested in the PFP and are eligible should first progress to Sec 5N(A).

• They may then apply for the PFP upon release of the GCE O-Level results in Jan 2017.

• If their application is successful, they will withdraw from Sec 5N(A) by the end of Jan 2017.

• All PFP-bound students are required to attend Sec 5N(A) classes up till 27 Jan 2017(Friday).

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Options for 4N(A) Students- DPP

• Students who are only interested in applying for the DPP should do so once they receive their N(A)-Level results in Dec 2016.

• Should they accept a DPP offer, they will not be required to return to their secondary schools for Sec 5N(A).

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Options for 4N(A) Students- PFP and DPP

• For students who are interested in applying for both the PFP and DPP:

Option 1: Those who are certain that they do not want to continue with Sec 5N(A) may:

i. Apply to the DPP in Dec 2016. Should they accept a DPP offer, they will start the 10-week DPP preparatory programme at ITE in Jan 2017.

Upon the release of the GCE O-Level results in Jan, eligible students may apply for the PFP.

Should they accept a PFP offer, they will need to apply for withdrawal from the DPP immediately.

Management of Examinations and Results Committee 2016

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Options for 4N(A) Students- PFP and DPP

Option 2:

ii. Students may progress to Sec 5N(A) first. Upon release of the GCE O-Level results in Jan 2017, eligible students may then apply for the PFP and DPP concurrently.

If their application to either the PFP or DPP is successful, they will withdraw from Sec 5N(A) by 27 Jan 2017.

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PFP



points) and


DPP



points) and




points or less; and



ELMAB3

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• There is keen competition for places in ITE Nitec.

• Not participating in the Main Application Phase reduces a student’s likelihood of gaining a place in ITE.

• Students keen to apply for the Traineeship Scheme

should also participate in the Main Application phase.

• Students need to exercise the full 12 choices and include less popular options to maximise their chances.

• N(T) students with 0, 1 pass can also apply for the Enhanced Nitec Foundation Programme (e-NFP)

(4) Progression to ITE

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Eligibility criteria: a) Obtain an aggregate score: • Not exceeding 21 points for ELMAB3 (ELMAB3 ≤ 21),

or

• Not exceeding 14 points for ELB3 (ELB3 ≤ 14), or

• Not exceeding 14 points for MAB3 (MAB3 ≤ 14). At least an N(A)-level grade 5 for all subjects used in the computation of ELMAB3 or ELB3/MAB3.

Retention at Sec 4N(A)

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Eligibility criteria: b) Will not be more than 4 years overage, for Singapore

Citizens/Permanent Residents (i.e. born on or after 2 Jan 1997), or

Will not be more than 2 years overage; for International Students (i.e. born on or after 2 Jan 1999); and

c) Sat for the GCE N(A)-Level Examination only once

previously.

Retention at Sec 4N(A)

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1) Progression to ITE

– 2-year Nitec Course

– 3-year Nitec Course with Enhanced Nitec Foundation Programme (eNFP) for students with 0 or 1 N(T)-level subject pass

2) Progression to Sec 4N(A)

– Grade A for both EL and Math; and

– Grade B or better for one other subject at N(T)-level in one sitting

Progression Pathways for 4N(T)

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Important: Personal Particulars on Result Slips

• Check that your personal particulars are printed correctly on your result slips as the same personal particulars will be printed on your certificates.

• Inform the school if your personal particulars need to be amended.

• There will be an administrative fee of $50 for any request to amend the particulars after Fri 30 Dec 2016.

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• All appeals and payments must be submitted through the school by Fri 23 Dec 2016.

• The fee is S$112.35 per subject (inclusive of 7% GST).

• The service includes a review of the marking and a full clerical re-check.

• No report will be provided.

Appeal for review of GCE N results

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Summary of Key Application Timeline

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Activity Date

Application Period

PFP: Open in Jan 2017, on the day the results of the GCE O Level Examinations are released

DPP: Mon 19 Dec 2016, 2.30 pm to Thu 22 Dec 2016, 5 pm

Release of DPP Application Results

DPP: If you are offered a Higher Nitec course under DPP, you must accept/reject it via ITE website between Tue 27 Dec 2016, 9 am and Thu 29 Dec 2016, 3 pm.

Important: Application for PFP/DPP

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Activity Date

Application Period

Mon 19 Dec 2016 to Thu 22 Dec 2016, 5 pm

Release of Application Results

Wed 28 Dec 2016 • SMS will be sent to inform if application is

successful/unsuccessful. • Students can check their class allocation on

the General Office noticeboard. • Students should report to school on 3 Jan

2017.

Important: Application for Sec 5N(A)/Repeat Sec 4N(A)

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Activity Dates

Application

Mon 19 Dec 2016, 2.30 pm to Thu 22 Dec 2016, 5 pm

Release of Results

Fri 30 Dec 2016 from 9 am

Acceptance of Course Offer Period

Fri 30 Dec 2016 to Tue 3 Jan 2017

Important: Application for ITE Courses for both

NA and NT Students (1st/Main Phase)

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Activity 2nd Phase 3rd Phase

Application

Fri 30 Dec 2016 – Tue 3 Jan 2017

Wed 11 Jan 2017 – Mon 6 Feb 2017

Release of Results Wed 11 Jan 2017 at 9 am

From Mon 16 Jan 2017 at 9 am

Acceptance of Course Offer Period

Wed 11 Jan 2017 – Fri 13 Jan 2017

Mon 16 Jan 2017 – Wed 8 Feb 2017

Important: Application for ITE Courses for both

NA and NT Students (2nd and 3rd Phase)

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School Support

Computer Lab 2 (Block A Level 4) will be open for students to submit their on-line applications.

Dates: Tue 20 Dec 2016

Wed 21 Dec 2016

Thu 22 Dec 2016

Time: 9 am to 12 pm, 1 pm to 4 pm

Students are to come in full school uniform and with proper hairstyle.

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