posted on
Tuesday, June 8, 2010 at
12:32 AM
Moodle
The University Notices, along with a number of other documents, are now on line on Moodle.
In particular, the following are now on Moodle –
• copies of the handouts from the country specific meetings
• a list of useful websites you can use for your research
• questions you can ask university representatives
• questions you can ask students currently at university
• things to think about when reflecting on work experience or internships
• guidelines for medical school personal statements and interviews
I will keep adding information to Moodle so please check it regularly.
Ranking University Rankings!
See the article from The Straits Times last Saturday (5 June) on ranking university rankings on the noticeboard.
University of Glasgow
Tuesday, 15 June, 6.30 – 8 pm, British Council
Students and parents are invited to attend a presentation by The University of Glasgow. There will be a general talk about the university followed by an opportunity to ask questions and meet staff from the International Office, and the Schools of Biomedical and Life Sciences and Engineering (Electrical & Electronic Engineering). Topics to be discussed include advice on applications and entry requirements, as well as scholarship opportunities from Singapore. Registration is required – see the British Council website for more details (under Events).
Advance Notice
After the holidays we have three very popular universities visiting us. Please note the dates and make a strong effort to attend their talks. All presentations are in Science Lab 6 at 1pm.
Tuesday, 3 August – Hong Kong University (www.hku.hk.) HKU offers a wide range of programmes as well as scholarships specifically for IB students. They also have a number of exchange programmes and joint degrees.
Friday, 6 August – University College London (www.ucl.ac.uk/international). Penny Zorbas will speak about study in UCL and talk about writing personal statements. She gives very good advice. Anyone thinking of applying to the UK is strongly advised to attend and should be ready to take notes!
Tuesday, 10 August – University of Chicago (www.uchicago.edu). Current Singaporean undergraduate students studying at the University of Chicago will come in to introduce the University of Chicago as well as share their experiences of studying overseas and address any questions you may have concerning issues such as the application process, academics, expenses and school life. If you have any specific questions you would like them to address please email me by the end of this month at tannaz.daver@sji-international.com.sg
posted on
Tuesday, June 1, 2010 at
1:00 AM
Grade 12
Australia Applicants Meeting
There will be a compulsory meeting on THURSDAY, 3 June, at 12.50 in Science Lab 6 to go through the application process. My apologies for the late notice of this meeting but I was waiting for confirmation from IDP, who will attend and present at the meeting. Remember to bring a pen and something to take notes on.
US Applicants
The Common Application will be launched on line on 1 August. However a preview is already available on the Common Application website (www.commonapp.com) so you can start working on your applications.
UK Applicants
Oxford/Cambridge Applicants - A reminder that you need to let me know if you want to apply to either Oxford or Cambridge by the end of this term.
UCAS Apply 2011 – UCAS will go live in the week of 14 June but applications can only be submitted from mid-September. You will be given our new buzzword when we come back to school in August.
Dentistry/Medicine applicants – The UKCAT entrance test is required by 26 medical/dental schools. For 2011 entry you must register by 27 September 2010 and the test must be taken before 8 October 2010. Go to www.ukcat.ac.uk for more information and to register. Remember that the UCAS deadline for dentistry/medicine is 15 October.
Law applicants – registration for the LNAT is expected to open on 1 August. Go to www.lnat.ac.uk for more information (note the website has not been updated for 2011 applications yet).
Grades 11 and 12
TestTakers SAT Reasoning Test Course
Information and application forms for the course offered by TestTakers is available from Ms. Middleton in the Grade Centre. Registration forms should be sent directly to TestTakers at the address specified on the form. Remember that this is only one option and you can prepare for the SAT test in any way you feel most comfortable.
Moodle
The University Notices, along with a number of other documents, are now on line on Moodle. Please check that you can access them before the end of term in case you need help! I will keep adding information to Moodle so check it regularly.
Good luck to all students taking the SAT this Saturday!
Remember to take
• Your Admission Ticket (Sign in to My SAT and click "Print Admission Ticket" if necessary)
• Two No. 2 (HB-2) pencils and a soft eraser. No pens, highlighters
• Photo identification (IC or current passport)
• Calculators (you are allowed to take extra batteries too)
• Watch if you like (with no alarm of any sort. Timers are not allowed)
• Snack for the breaks (it is a long test!)
Do not take –
• Rulers, protractors, etc
• Any kind of timer
• Any kind of photographic equipment
• Mobile phones, MP3 Players, IPODS etc. These are strictly not allowed and the use of them at test centres at any time is grounds for dismissal. Do not take them with you to the test!
But make sure you get a good night’s sleep on Friday night, eat a good breakfast and get to the test centre by 7.45 am.
See http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/testday.html for more information.