Preparatory Course for Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level)(Intensive)

The Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) (GCE O-Level) is a national level assessment jointly organised by the Cambridge Assessment International Education, the Ministry of Education, Singapore and the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB). This qualification is deemed as one of the entry requirements considered by many post-secondary institutions locally and internationally. In addition, this qualification is also one of the basic education qualifications which may be considered / assessed by the potential employers.

Upon passing their GCE O-Level Examination taken at one of the examination centres selected by the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB), students would be awarded the Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level by Ministry of Education, Singapore and Cambridge Assessment International Education.

The Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB) collaborate with the Ministry of Education (MOE) on all national examinations. For updated and accurate information of Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB), please visit their website at www.seab.gov.sg

Objective

The objective of this course is to prepare students for the GCE-O Level examination, giving them a better understanding and overview of basic subjects comprising English, Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Physics, Principles of Accounts or Chemistry.

Designed for

• Students who are between the ages of 15 – 25
• Students who want to acquire a qualification that is recognized by many countries
• Students who want to progress to higher education and vocational studies

Course Structure

5 GCE O-Level subjects according to SEAB syllabuses

Programme Structure and Content

Compulsory Subjects
English Language This subject aims to enable students to communicate effectively in English. At the end of the course, students are expected to be able to listen, read, write and speak to meet general living needs; and they are expected to speak, write and make presentations in internationally acceptable English for academic purpose. Mathematics This subject is intended to provide students with the fundamental mathematical knowledge and skills. It aims to develop the necessary mathematical concepts and skills for continuous learning in Mathematics and related disciplines, and for the applications to the real world. By developing students’ mathematical thinking and problems solving skills, they are expected to apply these skills to solve problems with logical reasoning and judgement. Additional Mathematics This subject aims to prepare students for future Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) (GCE A-Level) Mathematics which requires a strong foundation in algebraic manipulation skills and mathematical reasoning skills. Along with the Mathematics, it is intended to equip students with necessary mathematical concepts and skills for continuous learning in Mathematics and related discipline. OR Biology This subject is designed to have less emphasis on factual materials, but a much greater emphasis on the understanding and application of scientific concepts and principles. This approach has been adopted in recognition of the need for students to develop skills that will be of long-term value in an increasingly complex and globalised world, rather than focusing on large quantities of factual material, which may have only short-term relevance. Physics This subject will enable students to acquire understanding and knowledge in the area of physical matter and phenomena. By providing a worthwhile educational experience, students are expected to develop the ability and skills that are relevant to study and practice of science useful in everyday life as well as the attitude in appreciation of accuracy, precision, objectivity and integrity. Chemistry This subject is intended to equip students with sufficient understanding and knowledge in respect of practical chemistry, in particular, the appreciation of the finite life of the world’s resources and hence the need for recycling and conservation. Students are expected to show economic consideration and concern about the social, environmental, health and safety issues relating to the chemical industry; meanwhile, to recognize the usefulness and limitation of scientific method. OR Principles of Accounts This subject primarily covers the roles of accounting, double entry system, accounting procedure, preparation of the final accounts and analysis and interpretation of final accounts. It aims to equip students with the understanding of fundamental accounting concepts, principle and procedures in business context; and to develop students’ skills in preparing, analysing and interpreting accounting and financial information.
Optional Subjects	Optional Language
Computing Business Studies Geograph Humanities Science (Physics, Chemistry)	Tamil Higher Tamil Hindi Chinese (self-study subject)
Dimensions International College reserves the rights to not offer the Optional subject/language if a minimum number of 10 students to start a class is not met.

Language (Course conducted in)

English

Scope of Study

Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level syllabus

Delivery Mode

Lectures, Tutorials, Discussions, Interactive Lessons and Games

Commencement Date/Intakes

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DIMENSIONS reserves the right to change the intakes at any time without prior notice.

Course Fees

1.	Application Fee (Non-refundable and non-transferable)	:S$	500.00
2.	Tuition Fee	:S$	23,500.00
3.	Non-Tuition Fee	:S$	4,400.00
4.	Medical Check-Up Fee	:S$	60.00
5.	ICA Processing and Student’s Pass Fee	:S$	135.00
	9% GST	:S$	2,573.55
	TOTAL	:S$	31,168.55

Please click here for more information on the fees which are likely to be incurred during the students’ course of study. Students are expected to pay for the stipulated fee(s) incurred, if necessary.

Note 1:	Medical check-up is not applicable to students aged 15 and below.
Note 2:	All miscellaneous fees are inclusive of 9% GST.
Note 3:	Total course fees paid (except application fee and GST) by students are protected under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS).
Note 4:	All students must sign the Advisory Note to Student before signing the Standard PEI-Student Contract.
Note 5:	The Standard PEI-Student Contract must be signed by the student prior to making course fees payments to DIMENSIONS.
Note 6:	Refer to SEAB website (www.seab.gov.sg) for GCE O-Level examination fee details.
Note 7:	The course fees shown above are effective from 01 January 2025. DIMENSIONS reserves the right to make necessary amendments to the course fees without prior notice.

Payment Mode

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Duration

12 months Institutional Training

Maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is subject to MOE’s regulation

Maximum Candidature Period

Student is not allowed to retake the course and/or request for a refund in the event if he/she fails to complete the programme within the maximum candidature period.

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway

Student may pursue their education to local polytechnics as well as overseas colleges and universities.

Notes:

• Graduates progression pathway is subject to the respective Institutions’/Universities’ entry requirements at the point of application.
• Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.

Entry Requirements

Age: At least 15 years old as at 1st January of the examination year.
Academic Level: Minimum completed Junior Middle 3 with a pass in English subject in applicant’s country of origin or equivalent qualifications required by MOE, Singapore.

Class Periods

Monday to Friday:

9.15am – 12.30pm and 1.45pm – 4.45pm

At least 3 hours per session, 2 sessions per school day, 10 sessions per week

(Total: At least 30 hours per week)

Examination Period

• March: Registration for examinations
• May: Chinese Written Examination
• June/July: Chinese listening comprehension and oral exam
• August: English listening comprehension and oral exam
• October/November: other subjects written examination

Note: Student must be at least 15 years old as at 1st January of the examination year.

*Please log on to www.seab.gov.sg for updated information.

Assessment Methods

External Examinations (Comprising):

• Oral
• Written examinations
• Practical examinations for science subjects

Weighting criteria for compulsory subjects:

Subjects	Examination	Method / Format	Duration	Weighting
English	Paper 1	Written	1 h 50 min	35%
	Paper 2	Written	1 h 50 min	35%
	Paper 3	Listening	45 min	10%
	Paper 4	Oral	20 min	20%
Mathematics	Paper 1	Written	2h	50%
	Paper 2	Written	2 h 30 min	50%
Additional Mathematics	Paper 1	Written	2h	44%
	Paper 2	Written	2h 30 min	56%
Physics	Paper 1	MCQ	1h	30%
	Paper 2	Written	1 h 45 min	50%
	Paper 3	Practical	1 h 50 min	20%
Chemistry (Elective)	Paper 1	MCQ	1h	30%
	Paper 2	Written	1 h 45 min	50%
	Paper 3	Practical	1 h 50 min	20%
Principles of Accounts (Elective)	Paper 1	Written	1 h	40%
	Paper 2	Written	2 h	60%

For the details of optional subjects, please log on to www.seab.gov.sg .

Expected Examination Results Release Date

Jan/Feb of the following year after the final assessment

Qualification Award

Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level awarded by Ministry of Education, Singapore and Cambridge Assessment International Education

Graduation Requirements

Pass at least one (1) subject with credit level to be issued a certificate

Teacher – Student Ratio

Average teacher-student ratio is 1:40
Note: The number of students in the classroom is subject to the maximum seating capacity.