Subject Combination in JC

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headquantum:

But realistically speaking is it possible to change from h2 physics to h2 biology?

Are you asking if it is possible to switch your combi from physics to bio? Only your school can answer that. Check with them.

Or are you asking if you'll be able to cope switching to bio after a term of physics? I don't see why not, as school has only been in session for a month.

[Quintessential Mum]

headquantum:

But realistically speaking is it possible to change from h2 physics to h2 biology?

Yes i know of someone who did that but it is quite troublesome and you should give good reasons for doing so. Talk to your CT asap. Good Luck!

[TheAnswer]

Head quantum, have you changed your subject combination?

[astraldrop23]

Hi everyone,


Just wanted to add on about arts stream in JC. I took English lit, Econs, English language and linguistics and Math (all H2) as my contrasting subject. I was in the humanities programme in my school. Definitely though, I can say that Arts stream is hard. Arts in general is not about knowledge per se, but it is more about the skills behind the subject.
As for sciences, I believe it IS easier to score. Many of my friends scored very well in the science stream.
However, if your passion is truly humanities, then I believe that you should pursue your passion. Although I didn’t score as well as I hoped, I do not regret my humanities education at all as I’ve grown and matured so much as a person. After all, humanities is all about learning about society, the environment, people around you and even yourself.
Good luck!

[astraldrop23]

Hi! I believe this reply is rather late and I think you have already chosen your subject combi. Nonetheless, I just wanted to provide you with more information about ELL and lit as I took that in JC.


ELL has two components, AS1 and AS2. AS1 is much easier to score. It is a bit like situational writing in English for O levels. AS2 is much more interesting, with its focus on language and culture. However, it is much harder to score. I’ve failed AS2 many many many times.

Literature in A levels is very different from O levels. It is much harder and very demanding. However if you have a passion for literature, then you should go for it! Everything works out in the end:)

Yes, chemistry is indeed important for university applications. However, if you do not see yourself embarking on a purely science undergrad degree in the future, then taking chemistry is not necessary. There are many choices for those who do not take chemistry (Econs, business, information systems, computer science humanities subjects-psychology, geography…).

[Augmum]

My gal can’t decide on which to choose……

Appreciate any inputs of views fr students or parents….

She did equally well for all 3 Sciences, hence can’t decide whether to choose “P” or “B”…
As for interest, she is ok with both subj….

Would like to know how heavy content is H2 Bio ? any examples to quote ?

As for H2 Physics, what will be the common problem that most pupils will face ?

Thanks in advance…

[mathtuition88]

Hi,


H2 Biology is heavy in terms of memorization, students usually need to memorize a lot of information. It would be recommended for students who are good at memorizing information. It is a bit more like an arts subject than a science subject. More qualitative than quantitative. Although Biology is not required for Medicine courses, it does help, according to my brother.

H2 Physics is less on memorization, but more on logic and understanding the concepts. It is a bit like Maths in a way. The study strategy for Physics would be more to practice as opposed to memorization. Students who like logical thinking will usually do better in Physics. And H2 Physics does require a strong mathematical foundation, as basic Geometry and trigonometry, Vectors, Algebra, and Graphs are part of the syllabus prerequisites.

Personally, I took both Biology and Physics, and I found Physics easier in my humble opinion.

Hope it helps,
Best wishes.

[Augmum]

mathtuition88:

Hi,


H2 Biology is heavy in terms of memorization, students usually need to memorize a lot of information. It would be recommended for students who are good at memorizing information. It is a bit more like an arts subject than a science subject. More qualitative than quantitative. Although Biology is not required for Medicine courses, it does help, according to my brother.

H2 Physics is less on memorization, but more on logic and understanding the concepts. It is a bit like Maths in a way. The study strategy for Physics would be more to practice as opposed to memorization. Students who like logical thinking will usually do better in Physics. And H2 Physics does require a strong mathematical foundation, as basic Geometry and trigonometry, Vectors, Algebra, and Graphs are part of the syllabus prerequisites.

Personally, I took both Biology and Physics, and I found Physics easier in my humble opinion.

Hope it helps,
Best wishes.

Thanks for yr response, mathstuition88....

Yes, we are aware of the heavy content of memorization for H2 Bio, but not sure how overwhelming it can get

oh....so u took both Bio and Physics....and u preferred Physics...

Seems that girls prefer Bio to Physics as her surrounding frens will be choosing Bio, but all in different combinations....

anyway, still have few months for her to mull it over.....thanks....

[mathtuition88]

I chanced upon a similar website on SgForums, http://sgforums.com/forums/2297/topics/465341

titled \"H2 Biology or Physics??? \".
Hope it helps.

[Augmum]

mathtuition88:

I chanced upon a similar website on SgForums, http://sgforums.com/forums/2297/topics/465341

titled \"H2 Biology or Physics??? \".
Hope it helps.

oh....thanks for the link.....
yay....there are more discussions/info over there...

Btw, in gal's sch, PCME is the most popular choice.....more classes than BCME....