Other Programmes in Secondary School

Integrated Programmes (IPs)

Provide a seamless education where secondary students can proceed to preuniversity without taking the GCE ‘O’ Levels.
For students who can benefit from a more flexible and less structured programme and engage in broader learning experiences.
Some IPs may offer alternative curricula and examinations, e.g. the International Baccalaureate.

4-year programme from Secondary 3 to Pre-U 2.
To nurture a core group of students with a deep understanding and appreciation of two cultures, so that they can interact effectively with China as well as relate to the West.
In addition to Higher Chinese, students may offer electives such as Chinese history and Chinese philosophy.
SAP scholarships are available for highly able students in the BSP(C). They provide a scholarship allowance of $1,000, funding for overseas immersion programmes and a waiver of school fees.

Offered to students who take up Higher Malay.
To nurture the language ability of students who have an aptitude for the Malay language, so that they can reach a higher level of proficiency and a better understanding of Malay language, literature and culture.

Allows students to study a non-native MTL (Malay or Chinese) as a third language.
Previously open only to students in the top 30% of the PSLE cohort who meet certain language criteria.
From 2007, this requirement has been lifted. Secondary 1 students are allowed to offer another MTL in addition to their native MTL, as long as they have the interest and inclination to do so.

Foreign languages available are French, German, Japanese, Chinese, Malay, Bahasa Indonesia and Arabic.
Offered to students who are ranked among the top 10% of the PSLE cohort and who have a natural ability to learn a foreign language, in addition to English and Mother Tongue.

4-year course that prepares students for the GCE ‘O’ Level Art examination.
Places equal emphasis on both the practical and theoretical aspects of Art and Design, and on visual and cultural studies.

4-year course that prepares students for the GCE ‘O’ Level Music examination.
Develops students’ musical perception skills. The course provides exposure to classical Western and traditional non-Western music.