CPE REG NO: 200908934N
(01-11-2023 to 31-10-2027) (65) 6567-9078

O-LEVEL

O-LEVEL

Course InformationCourse FeeCourse Admission CriteriaCourse Intake

Preparatory Course for Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level Examination

Objectives:
The Preparatory Course for Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level Examination Programme aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to do well in the internationally recognized examinations set by University of Cambridge and Ministry of Education Singapore. Students can opt for any of the subjects below. Private candidates are allowed to take a maximum of 6 subjects.

Modules Offered:

Core Modules Elective Modules
English Additional Mathematics
Elementary Mathematics Principles of Accounts
Combined Science (Physics / Chemistry)
Minimum 2 core modules and 3 elective modules required.
Students who wish to take less than 5 modules will study for 3hrs/module/week.

 

Academic Progression:
Students who pass the examination can apply for entry into:

  • local Polytechnics or
  • private diploma programmes

Assessment Methods:
Assessment is based on written examinations set by the Ministry of Education Singapore and University of Cambridge International Examinations (UK). Students are required to enrol for the examination with SEAB via ww.seab.gov.sg.

Teaching Processes:

  • Examination-focused
  • Integrated programme
  • Interactive lessons
  • Assessment based
  • Practical hands-on approach (for science module)
  • Progressive report on students’ development (monthly test results and Prelim)

Manner of Teaching:

  • Using textbooks and workbooks
  • Using past year series instant cash of examination papers
  • Using lecture notes
  • Science Practical for Science Modules

Graduation Criteria:
Students are deemed graduated when they have completed the course with at least 90% attendance for international students and 75% attendance for local students.

All fees must be duly paid in full.

Attendance Requirement:
All Student Pass Holders are required to maintain a record of 90% and above. Failure to do so may lead to cancellation of student pass.

Non-Student Pass Holders are required to maintain a record of 75% and above. Failure to do so may result in suspension or termination of the student.

Average Teacher-Student Ratio:
1 : 15

Course Duration:
Full-time:
Option 1 : 12 months (weekly 5 days x 6 hrs), or
Option 2 : 24 months (weekly 5 days x 6 hrs)

Part-time:

10 months (weekly 5 days x 3 hrs)

Assessment Schedule:
Monthly Test: Last week of the month
Classroom Deployment: See Notice Board for Monthly Classroom Deployment

Awards: Upon graduation, students can be given a Statement of Achievement upon request.

Education Path:

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR SINGAPORE-CAMBRIDGE GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION ORDINARY LEVEL (12 Months)

( Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm )

Course Duration 12 months (30 hours / week)

Course Fees Amount Payable
Course Fee ($13,520 before discount of $2,520 for onetime payment) $ 11,990
FPS Insurance $ 490
Course Material Fee $ 990
Medical Insurance $ 180
Assessment Test $ 920
Admin Fee $ 550
Course Fees Payable $ 15,120
Goods and Services Tax (9% GST) $ 1,360.80
Total Course Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST) $ 16,480.80

 

Miscellaneous Fees (Non- Refundable)
International Student Application Fee (Non-refundable) $ 457.80
International Student Renewal Fee (Non- Refundable) $ 87.20
Text Book (Non- Refundable) $ 30 – $ 100
Student Pass Issuance Fee (To be paid to ICA) $ 60
Multiple-Entry Visa (To be paid to ICA) $ 30
Late Payment Fee (Non- Refundable) $ 109
Course Transfer Fee (Non- Refundable) $ 30
Exam Fees (To be paid to SEAB) To be paid per subject
Medical Check-Up (Payable to Clinic) Approximately $ 45
Banker’s Guarantee (Actual cost depends on the amount and period of guarantee) (Non- Refundable) $  160 – $ 635

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR SINGAPORE-CAMBRIDGE GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION ORDINARY LEVEL (24 Months)

( Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm )

Course Duration 24 months (30 hours / week)

Course Fees Amount Payable
Course Fee $ 23,980
FPS Insurance $ 980
Course Material Fee $ 1,980
Medical Insurance $ 360
Assessment Test $ 1,840
Admin Fee $ 1,100
Course Fees Payable $ 30,240
Goods and Services Tax (9% GST) $ 2,721.60
Total Course Fees Payable (Inclusive of GST) $ 32,961.60

 

Miscellaneous Fees (Non- Refundable)
International Student Application Fee (Non-refundable) $ 457.80
International Student Renewal Fee (Non- Refundable) $ 87.20
Text Book (Non- Refundable) $ 30 – $ 100
Student Pass Issuance Fee (To be paid to ICA) $ 60
Multiple-Entry Visa (To be paid to ICA) $ 30
Late Payment Fee (Non- Refundable) $ 109
Course Transfer Fee (Non- Refundable) $ 30
Exam Fees (To be paid to SEAB To be paid per subject
Medical Check-Up (Payable to Clinic) Approximately $ 45
Banker’s Guarantee (Actual cost depends on the amount and period of guarantee) (Non- Refundable) $  160 – $ 635

Course Admission Criteria

Entry Requirement
Minimum Age Applicants must be at least 14* years of age as at 1st January of the year they are enrolling
Academic Level
  • Completed 8 years of formal education in school
  • Completed Sec 2/3 Level in Singapore
  • Completed ‘N’ Level
Language Proficiency  Applicants are required to sit for the English placement test to determine the academic standard.

*Students who are 14 yrs old are not allowed to sit for the external O level Examination. Students MUST be 15 years of age as at 1st January of the year they are sitting for the examination.

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR SINGAPORE-CAMBRIDGE GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (ORDINARY LEVEL) EXAMINATION

Intakes

Full-time Intakes

Next Commencement Date End Date
02nd January 2024 Option 1 : (12 months)  31 December 2024
 02nd January 2024 Option 2 : (24 months) 31 December 2025

 

For students whose English language capability is weak, an intensive English programme will be conducted prior to the commencement of the classes. Such programmes may be conducted from November to December.

Students are allowed to join classes that have already commenced. Additional materials will be provided for students to cover the lessons missed.