How many subjects are compulsory for O levels in Singapore?
GCE O Level Subjects. Students are required to pass a minimum of 5 subjects, to “pass” O Levels. Note that this is the bare minimum. Express students usually take 7 subjects, with the smarter ones taking up to 9 subjects for O Levels.
What are the O level subjects in Singapore?
Express course (GCE O-Level Programme) at a glance
- English Language.
- Mother Tongue Languages.
- Mathematics.
- Science.
- Character and Citizenship Education.
- Humanities, such as Geography, History and Literature in English.
- Design and Technology.
- Food and Consumer Education.
What subjects should I take for O level?
Students in the Normal (Academic) stream take four to seven subjects including: English Language (includes listening comprehension and an oral examination) Mathematics (Elementary Mathematics) Mother Tongue (includes listening comprehension and an oral examination)
Is D7 a pass for O level?
Secondary 3 & 4
| Status | Grades | Marks (%) |
|---|---|---|
| GCE O-Level Pass | B3 B4 | 65 – 69 60 – 64 |
| GCE O-Level Pass | C5 C6 | 55 – 59 50 – 54 |
| Below GCE O-Level Pass | D7 E8 | 45 – 49 40 – 44 |
| Fail | F | 39 & below |
How is O level scored?
6 Easy tips to score distinction in O levels
- Organize everything: Start organizing your life way before the exam.
- Clarify your doubts: Your doubts are your worst enemy.
- Make use of previous papers: Get past papers and work on them.
- Engage in study groups:
- Practice a lot:
- Ask for help:
How is O-Level scored?
What is the fee of O level?
Fee Charter for NIELIT ‘O’,’A’,’B’,’C’ Levels (w.e.f. 01st April’ 2019)
| Components | Revised Fee |
|---|---|
| Registration fee for O/A/B/C Level | 500.00 |
| Re-Registration fee for O/A/B/C Level | 750.00 |
| Exam Application Processing fee | 100.00 |
| Exam fee for each Theory Module of O/A/B/C Level | 750.00 |
What are the grades for O level in Singapore?
In descending order, the grades are: A (1,2), B (3,4), C (5,6), D7, E8, and F9. A grade of C6 or better is considered an O-level pass. Obtaining a pass in one or more subjects will lead to a Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level).
What are the subjects in the O levels?
Various subjects are examined under the O-Levels. Typical subjects include English, Mother Tongue (e.g. Malay, Chinese, Tamil ), Mathematics and the Sciences. There are also Electives and Applied Subjects that are subject to availability in various schools.
When was the GCE O Level exam introduced in Singapore?
The Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level (GCE O-Level) examination was introduced in 1971. It was delinked from the United Kingdom’s GCE O-Level examination in 2006, as part of the Ministry of Education Singapore’s efforts to gain greater control of the management of the examination.
Who is the Joint Examining Authority for the O levels in Singapore?
The joint examining authorities are The University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), the Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE) and the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB). The O-Levels are based on the Singapore curriculum and syllabus designed by the MOE.