Channel name was changed to «myke’s guide: entering university! 🏫🎓💯»
Hello! This channel is a guide for all prospective uni students and we will be sharing various tips/hacks for admissions and subsequently for uni life in general!
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Deadlines
For A-Level applicants: 19 February
Others: Closed
Useful data
Historical Indicative Grade Profile (IGP) from 2013-2022: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1MPEDZpw26TjN7dTsQzsbnXHZa47og0qSrdHrlT7nLKc/pubhtml#
Historical Graduate Employment Survey (GES) from 2013-2022: https://tinyurl.com/uniges
(you might want to consider not just the popularity of the course, which most people look at through the IGP, but also the GES which shows the starting incomes of various courses!)
Open Houses (for those still ongoing)
NUS: 4th March (Physical) | https://nus.edu.sg/openhouse/virtual/ (Online)
SIT: 4th March (Physical)
NTU: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/openhouse (Online)
SMU: https://smu-sg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsd-2sqDkvG91xg5VuTs4rhztF0KarnOj3 (Online, March 11)
SUSS: https://www.suss.edu.sg/news-and-events/open-house/virtual-campus-tour (Online)
For A-Level applicants: 19 February
Others: Closed
Useful data
Historical Indicative Grade Profile (IGP) from 2013-2022: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1MPEDZpw26TjN7dTsQzsbnXHZa47og0qSrdHrlT7nLKc/pubhtml#
Historical Graduate Employment Survey (GES) from 2013-2022: https://tinyurl.com/uniges
(you might want to consider not just the popularity of the course, which most people look at through the IGP, but also the GES which shows the starting incomes of various courses!)
Open Houses (for those still ongoing)
NUS: 4th March (Physical) | https://nus.edu.sg/openhouse/virtual/ (Online)
SIT: 4th March (Physical)
NTU: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/openhouse (Online)
SMU: https://smu-sg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsd-2sqDkvG91xg5VuTs4rhztF0KarnOj3 (Online, March 11)
SUSS: https://www.suss.edu.sg/news-and-events/open-house/virtual-campus-tour (Online)
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NUS King Edward VII Hall will be having guided tours from 1-6 p.m., and live station soft-serve ice cream/yogurt available (while stocks last) for those who subscribe to this channel! 🍦🍨
Do get your friends to follow this channel if they haven’t!
Do get your friends to follow this channel if they haven’t!
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More useful stuff:
Groups:
@NUSforum , @NTUforum , @SMUforum
Join these groups which are in topics-mode and already have seniors to ask/answer questions! These are less active now, but might be especially useful once admissions results are out!
Student discount channel:
@ThisCounted
It’s a student-run channel which shares various student deals and more!
Outreach/Mentoring/Guidance (UPDATE: this has closed!):
NUS King Edward VII Hall will be conducting outreach programs for prospective NUS students to help you understand more about NUS and assist in transitioning to university life. This outreach program will be a 1 week program where you will be paired with a King Edward VII Hall resident and all will be contacted via telegram or any platform that you like. At the end of the 1 week program, they will be giving a free dining voucher for you all to meet up and chit chat over a meal:)
Sign up now via the google sheet below!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYnGaB0NePRYCgiYCCcORVH943AydkldsHRRVY0tEalTVwBw/viewform?usp=sf_link
Groups:
@NUSforum , @NTUforum , @SMUforum
Join these groups which are in topics-mode and already have seniors to ask/answer questions! These are less active now, but might be especially useful once admissions results are out!
Student discount channel:
@ThisCounted
It’s a student-run channel which shares various student deals and more!
Outreach/Mentoring/Guidance (UPDATE: this has closed!):
NUS King Edward VII Hall will be conducting outreach programs for prospective NUS students to help you understand more about NUS and assist in transitioning to university life. This outreach program will be a 1 week program where you will be paired with a King Edward VII Hall resident and all will be contacted via telegram or any platform that you like. At the end of the 1 week program, they will be giving a free dining voucher for you all to meet up and chit chat over a meal:)
Sign up now via the google sheet below!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYnGaB0NePRYCgiYCCcORVH943AydkldsHRRVY0tEalTVwBw/viewform?usp=sf_link
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NUS guide: entering university! 🏫🎓💯
More useful stuff: Groups: @NUSforum , @NTUforum , @SMUforum Join these groups which are in topics-mode and already have seniors to ask/answer questions! These are less active now, but might be especially useful once admissions results are out! Student…
The outreach/mentoring program sign-ups (for understanding university life in NUS) are ending soon! Do sign up ASAP!
Hello incoming freshies! We are interviewing various students in different courses to make starting of uni easier for all of yalls!!
Ren Jing, from Computer Science, Y1
Here's what Ren Jing has to say to incoming freshies:
Q: Is there any way freshies coming into com sci can prep for the upcoming ay (like doing courses in advance for exemptions later on etc)?
A: I think freshies shouldn't be too worried about prepping before uni! You may choose to pick up some basic programming online, but I would maybe like to highlight some softer skills such as having a positive attitude to learning and trying to figure out ones learning style. Do also think about what goals (academic/non academic) you wish to achieve in your 4 years in university and why you chose to study CS. DO learn to focus on your personal growth and strive to do your best :)
Q: Are there any mods the incoming Comm Sci freshies should look out for/advice them to take?
A: Most will start with CS1101S as the intro course. This course takes an interesting gamified approach to teach beginners solid fundamentals in programming and CS. It was quite time consuming but I liked how the TAs were very relatable (as they were year 2 seniors) and the tutorials were very lively. Other than that, it is recommended to clear some of the math mods in year 1! Do also try to take advantage of the S/U system to try new mods in NUS that pique your interest :D
A few ways for CS students to be exempted that I know of are:
1) From poly, dont need take intro mod (relevant poly course, but some still take the intro mod regardless!
2) Competitive programmer
3) (take note for future batches of freshies!) Come out of NS do the cs1010x mod for NSMen because the course is roughly Jan to June ish (aka before uni starts)
(info: iBLOCs allow returning NSmen to take modules ahead of time, during the break before university begins! The start date seems to be over already this year, so this is more relevant for matriculating only in subsequent years!)
Ren Jing, from Computer Science, Y1
Here's what Ren Jing has to say to incoming freshies:
Q: Is there any way freshies coming into com sci can prep for the upcoming ay (like doing courses in advance for exemptions later on etc)?
A: I think freshies shouldn't be too worried about prepping before uni! You may choose to pick up some basic programming online, but I would maybe like to highlight some softer skills such as having a positive attitude to learning and trying to figure out ones learning style. Do also think about what goals (academic/non academic) you wish to achieve in your 4 years in university and why you chose to study CS. DO learn to focus on your personal growth and strive to do your best :)
Q: Are there any mods the incoming Comm Sci freshies should look out for/advice them to take?
A: Most will start with CS1101S as the intro course. This course takes an interesting gamified approach to teach beginners solid fundamentals in programming and CS. It was quite time consuming but I liked how the TAs were very relatable (as they were year 2 seniors) and the tutorials were very lively. Other than that, it is recommended to clear some of the math mods in year 1! Do also try to take advantage of the S/U system to try new mods in NUS that pique your interest :D
A few ways for CS students to be exempted that I know of are:
1) From poly, dont need take intro mod (relevant poly course, but some still take the intro mod regardless!
2) Competitive programmer
3) (take note for future batches of freshies!) Come out of NS do the cs1010x mod for NSMen because the course is roughly Jan to June ish (aka before uni starts)
(info: iBLOCs allow returning NSmen to take modules ahead of time, during the break before university begins! The start date seems to be over already this year, so this is more relevant for matriculating only in subsequent years!)
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Advanced Placement Test: https://www.comp.nus.edu.sg/programmes/ug/exemptions/a-levels/
The advanced placement test is held in July, which allows those who have learnt programming on their own to sit for a test—if they’re able to prove proficiency, they can skip taking the CS1010 module!
“Candidates who are eligible can apply to sit for a placement examination for CS1010 Programming Methodology or its equivalent. Those who pass the examination (as determined by the examiners) will be deemed to have meet the learning outcome of CS1010 or its equivalent; they will receive 4 units and be exempted from taking CS1010 or its equivalent.”
The advanced placement test is held in July, which allows those who have learnt programming on their own to sit for a test—if they’re able to prove proficiency, they can skip taking the CS1010 module!
“Candidates who are eligible can apply to sit for a placement examination for CS1010 Programming Methodology or its equivalent. Those who pass the examination (as determined by the examiners) will be deemed to have meet the learning outcome of CS1010 or its equivalent; they will receive 4 units and be exempted from taking CS1010 or its equivalent.”
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Next up, we have:
Anthea, from Psychology (First Major) and Communications and New Media (Second Major), Y1
Here's what Anthea has to say to incoming freshies!
Q: How do majors in CHS work? What is the difference between double majors and double degrees?
I’m sure you’ve heard by now that you can change your major as a CHS student. As long as you’re a CHS student, you can technically switch between any of the courses that CHS offers. This means that even if you applied in via a FASS course, you can always switch to declare a FOS course as your first major! You can also declare a new major at the end of every semester up until the end of Year 2. Alternatively, if you’re undecided, you can also choose to leave it undeclared :). If you choose to take a second major within the same faculty (like me), it’ll be considered as a double major. So you’ll graduate with a degree in [your first major] and second major in [your second major]. However, if you were to take a second major from a different faculty, you can choose to upgrade it to a double degree. Meaning, you’ll study for an extra year (total of 5 years) and at the end, graduate with 2 different degrees. If not, you’ll be considered a double major student as well.
Q: How does the CHS common curriculum work? Do you take the same modules as those in Science?
A: Yes! If you refer to the list of common curriculum modules listed on the website, you’ll notice that most of them overlap for both FOS and FASS students! (So if you have friends in CHS you can take these modules together even if you’re not in the same course :D) However, you’ll be split into two baskets depending if last digit of your matriculation number (you’ll receive it soon I believe, it should start with ‘A’) is odd or even, so do make sure to check which basket you belong to. When the time comes, you’ll be pre-allocated these modules, so you don’t have to worry much about having to bid for them. If you choose to declare a major, you’ll most likely be pre-allocated the introduction module for your course as well. Don’t worry about bidding of modules though, there’ll be a step by step guide that will teach you how to do it when the time comes!
Q: Is there anything incoming CHS freshies should take note of / look out for regarding the modules?
A: I would say to keep an open mind. The modules are meant for both FOS and FASS students, so there are mods that are clearly more sciencey and others that are clearly more artsy. But as the lecturers will emphasise at the start of each mod, don’t worry because they’re not meant to kill you even if it’s not your kind of thing. They’re just meant to be exposure mods, so as long as you try and put in sufficient effort, there’s no reason for you to not be able to do well! Another thing to note is that there’s quite a lot of group work involved, and you can’t choose your groups usually so do be prepared to have to work with many different people :).
Anthea, from Psychology (First Major) and Communications and New Media (Second Major), Y1
Here's what Anthea has to say to incoming freshies!
Q: How do majors in CHS work? What is the difference between double majors and double degrees?
I’m sure you’ve heard by now that you can change your major as a CHS student. As long as you’re a CHS student, you can technically switch between any of the courses that CHS offers. This means that even if you applied in via a FASS course, you can always switch to declare a FOS course as your first major! You can also declare a new major at the end of every semester up until the end of Year 2. Alternatively, if you’re undecided, you can also choose to leave it undeclared :). If you choose to take a second major within the same faculty (like me), it’ll be considered as a double major. So you’ll graduate with a degree in [your first major] and second major in [your second major]. However, if you were to take a second major from a different faculty, you can choose to upgrade it to a double degree. Meaning, you’ll study for an extra year (total of 5 years) and at the end, graduate with 2 different degrees. If not, you’ll be considered a double major student as well.
Q: How does the CHS common curriculum work? Do you take the same modules as those in Science?
A: Yes! If you refer to the list of common curriculum modules listed on the website, you’ll notice that most of them overlap for both FOS and FASS students! (So if you have friends in CHS you can take these modules together even if you’re not in the same course :D) However, you’ll be split into two baskets depending if last digit of your matriculation number (you’ll receive it soon I believe, it should start with ‘A’) is odd or even, so do make sure to check which basket you belong to. When the time comes, you’ll be pre-allocated these modules, so you don’t have to worry much about having to bid for them. If you choose to declare a major, you’ll most likely be pre-allocated the introduction module for your course as well. Don’t worry about bidding of modules though, there’ll be a step by step guide that will teach you how to do it when the time comes!
Q: Is there anything incoming CHS freshies should take note of / look out for regarding the modules?
A: I would say to keep an open mind. The modules are meant for both FOS and FASS students, so there are mods that are clearly more sciencey and others that are clearly more artsy. But as the lecturers will emphasise at the start of each mod, don’t worry because they’re not meant to kill you even if it’s not your kind of thing. They’re just meant to be exposure mods, so as long as you try and put in sufficient effort, there’s no reason for you to not be able to do well! Another thing to note is that there’s quite a lot of group work involved, and you can’t choose your groups usually so do be prepared to have to work with many different people :).
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