MENTIMETER

Secondary 3 Express

Pure Sciences (New practical since 2018) Combined Sciences

Chemistry

Physics

Biology Science(Chemistry)

Science (Physics)

Science (Biology)

With reference from PLMGS

SUBJECT COMBINATION 2022

TRIPLE DOUBLE

• Zoology (study of animals)

• Botany (plants)

• Microbiology (microorganisms)

FIELDS OF BIOLOGY

WHY STUDY BIOLOGY?

• Understand functions of organisms

• Identify and treat diseases

• Improve quality and production of food

• Better manage environmental problems

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN?

• Principles of Biology (Foundation)• Cells• Diffusion / Osmosis• Enzymes

• Continuity of Life• Reproduction• DNA• Inheritance

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN?

• Life Processes• Digestive System• Circulatory System• Respiratory System• Photosynthesis• Excretion• Skin

• Ecology and Human Impact

REQUIREMENTS INTO JC

CAREERS IN BIOLOGY

• Doctor / Surgeon

• Dentist

• Optician

Careers in Biology

INTERESTED IN THESE COURSES IN POLY? TAKE BIOLOGY TO GET A HEADSTART

Molecular Biotechnology (NYP) Pharmacy Science (NP) Pharmaceutical Sciences (NYP) Pharmaceutical Sciences (RP) Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology (NYP) Applied Chemistry with Pharmaceutical

Science (SP) Biologics & Process Technology (NYP) Biomedical Science (SP) Food Science & Nutrition (NYP) Biotechnology (SP) Medicinal Chemistry (NYP) Food Science & Technology (SP) Biomedical Science (NP) Nutrition, Health & Wellness (SP) Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (NP) Applied Food Science & Nutrition (TP) Molecular Biotechnology (NP) Baking & Culinary Science (TP)

Applied Sciences

INTERESTED IN THESE COURSES IN POLY? TAKE BIOLOGY TO GET A HEADSTART

Nursing (NYP)Dental Hygiene & Therapy (NYP)Health Sciences (Nursing) (NP)Optometry (NP)Health Management & Promotion (RP)Sports & Exercise Sciences (RP)Healthcare Administration (RP)Optometry (SP)

Health Sciences EngineeringBiomedical Engineering (NYP)Biomedical Engineering (NP)Bioengineering (SP)

Biology in Singapore is NOT

Biology in Singapore is about

Choose Biology if • interest in understanding more about how the human body

(and plants) works

• prefer writing to doing Mathematics

• have a strong passion in pursuing biology related interests and careers

TAKING PURE CHEMISTRY

(1) What is Chemistry good for?(2) Fie ld of Che m is t ry(3 ) Care e rs in Che m is t ry Studie s(4 ) Expe cta t ions

(1) WHAT IS CHEMISTRY GOOD FOR?Do you want to find out about..

What is plastic made of?

How are cheese / alcohol / yoghurt made?

(1) WHAT IS CHEMISTRY GOOD FOR?Knowing Chemistry helps with ….

- Unde rs tanding baking- Usage of house hold che m icals , flavorings and fragrance s- Re ad product labe ls- Unde rs tand curre nt e ve nts such as pollut ion, pe t role um and e nvironm e nt- Making inform e d de cis ions

(1) WHAT IS CHEMISTRY GOOD FOR?

(1) WHAT IS CHEMISTRY GOOD FOR?Do you know about Silicon Valley?

Silicon Valley is a region in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area in Northern California that serves as a global center for high technology, innovation, and social media

(1) WHAT IS CHEMISTRY GOOD FOR?Do you know about Silicon Valley?

(1) WHAT IS CHEMISTRY GOOD FOR?But why Silicon Valley?

Silicon comes from Sand!And it is the material used to make computer chips

Silicon is a metalloid, atomic number fourteen with an atomic weight of twenty-eight.

It is known for its semiconductor properties.

(1) WHAT IS CHEMISTRY GOOD FOR?Other uses of Silicon

The uses for silicon are varied, silicone grease can be used to lubricate a Rubix cube in order make it spin fast enough for use in a “speed cubing” competition

silica gel packets are heavily relied upon to keep moisture out of packaging and silica is even used as a food additive.

(1) WHAT IS CHEMISTRY GOOD FOR?How does the soap remove oil stains from our hands?

OIL WATEREMULSIFIER

(2) FIELD OF CHEMISTRY

(3) CAREER IN CHEMISTRY STUDIESYou can work chemistry into any industrial, educational,scientific, or governmental field.

Mastery of chemistry is associated with excellent analyticaland mathematical skills (Problem solving).

These skills are useful for any job!

(3) CAREER IN CHEMISTRY STUDIES

(4) EXPECTATIONSNo. Chapter1 Kinetic Particle Theory2 Measurement and Experimental Techniques

3 Separation and Purification4 Elements, Compounds and Mixtures5 Atomic Structure6 Ionic Bonding7 Chemical Bonding and Metallic Bonding

8 Writing Chemical Equations9 The Mole10 Chemical Calculations11 Acids and Bases12 Salts

No. Chapter13 Oxidation and Reduction

14 Metals

15 Electrolysis

16 The Periodic Table

17 Energy Changes

18 Speed of Reaction

19 Ammonia

20 The Atmosphere and Environment

21 An Introduction to Organic Chemistry

22 Alkanes and Alkenes

23 Alcohols and Carboxylic Acids

24 Macromolecules

Foundation(Atomic Structure,

Experimental Chemistry)

Stoichiometry

Core Topics

Core Topics(Chemistry of Reactions,

Periodicity)

EnvironmentOrganic

Chemistry

(4) EXPECTATIONSPure Chemistry involves a lot of analysis of data and information that are unseen, like unseenpoetry / prose from literature.

2018 O Levels

(4) EXPECTATIONSPure Chemistry involves a lot of analysis of data and information that are unseen, like unseenpoetry / prose from literature.

UNIVERSITY –MEDICINE/DENTISTRY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

What is Physics?• Physics is the branch of Science

that explores and explains how the universe works.

What is Physics?• It is the study of energy and matter and how they

interact with one another.

Why study Physics?• Find out how the world actually works, see deeper

behind what is happening in the real world• People good in physics are highly sought after both in

engineering and in physics• Physics provides good complement to what you study in

mathematics

Why study Physics?

Driverless Car in NTUTray Return Robot in Tampines’ Koufu

Flying Taxi tested over Marina Bayon 22 Oct 2019

Courses and Career Prospects• Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical

& Electronic, Civil, Computer, Biomedical…)• Robotics• Design • Environment• Software Programmers• Business and Accountancy• Health Sciences• Life Sciences

Courses and Career Prospects

• Physics provides such a broad training that whatever career you have in mind, physics will stand you in good stead.

• All employers value the skills that physics develops: an ability to grasp things quickly, a determination to find coherent answers, along with problem-solving, analytical, mathematical and IT skills.

• Studying physics is an excellent way of keeping your options open.

University: Bachelor’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PURE PHYSICS AND COMBINED PHYSICS

Pure Physics Science (Physics)

Include more topics eg Temperature, Specific Heat Capacity, Specific Latent Heat, Electromagnetic Induction

Fewer topics than Pure Physics (around 70% of Pure Physics)

Calculations are more complex and include more formula

Calculations are mostly simpler type of questions

Contains data-based questions Does not contain data-based questions

Usually 2 to 3 experiments in the Practical Examinations, coupled with theory

Usually one experiment in the Practical Examination

Requires a high degree of in-depth understanding

Exam usually contains new/unseen situations

PURE PHYSICS VS SCIENCE Sample Qns: Pure Physics

Only for pure syllabus

To analyse the type of charge

More marksallocated

Already given

Understand the concept

Lower marks

PURE PHYSICS VS SCIENCE Sample Qns: Science (Physics)

Content Structure (Pure Physics)

Content Structure (from SEAB)

5 Relevant subjects: 1 Math, 1 Science, 1 Humanities, 2 other best subjects

FOR JUNIOR COLLEGES & MILLENIA INSTITUTE

JC SUBJECT COMBINATION

depends on JC

FOR POLYTECHNICS

A: Humanities B: Business & ManagementC: SciencesD: Media & Design

Calculating L1R5 and ELR2B2 for Express Students

With reference from PLMGS

UNIVERSITY COURSE ADMISSION CRITERIA (SCIENCE - RELATED)

MEDICINE / DENTISTRY

A LEVEL: H2 CHEM + H2 PHY OR H2 BIO POLY: above GPA 3.94

PHARMACY

A LEVEL: H2 CHEM + H2 BIOPOLY: small sample size

ENGINEERING

A LEVEL: H2 MATH + H2 PHY OR H2 CHEM POLY: above GPA 3.8

SCIENCE / NURSING

A LEVEL: 2 OF THE FOLLOWING SUBJECTS: BIO, CHEM, PHY, MATH, COMPUTING POLY: above GPA 3.85

http://www.nus.edu.sg/oam/undergraduate-programmes/indicative-grade-profile-(igp)

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF• Do I want to go to Junior College after GCE O Levels?

• What are some of my career aspirations?

• What are my target grades? Am I just aiming for a pass?

• Am I willing to commit to the rigour and demands of 2 or 3 Pure subjects?

FURTHER EDUCATION OPTIONS• Studying Pure Sciences is more suited for more academic

post secondary track, e.g. JC Science Stream

• For Polytechnic courses, taking Pure Sciences is purely optional, Combined Sciences is a sufficient criteria for all courses.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT FOR PURE SCIENCES

• Minimum Entry Requirements: Aim to do well in the cohort for Mathematics, Sciences and Overall

• Obtaining the minimum entry requirement does not guarantee automatic enrolment.

• Based on subject teacher’s recommendation for attitude and aptitude to cope with the demands of Pure Sciences and a 8th subject combination.

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FOR ANY CLARIFICATIONS: Subject Teacher

Biology Mr Dennis WangMrs Toh Yoke Chee

ChemistryMs Sharlene Chye

Mr Ng Shi HanMs Karthi

Physics Ms Lim Zi XinMr Tang Kok Bin

Alternatively, ask your Science teachers! ☺