Preparatory Course GCE 'O' Level
Overview
The Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level- Academic), or GCE ‘O’ Level in short, is a recognised qualification in Singapore that is designed to prepare students for academic progression and equip them with the skills necessary for employment.
The course is designed based on the examination syllabus provided jointly by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES), the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB) and the Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE). This qualification is recognised by local academic institutions and employers as an indication of quality in the syllabus and assessments.
Course Structure
Course Duration: 10 months (January to October) Full time
Teacher - Student Ratio: 1:40
Course Intake:
Available intakes in year 2012:
| Intake No |
Course ID |
Course Commencement date |
Course End date |
| 1 | GCE(O)/2012/01 | 03/01/2012 | 31/10/2012 |
Note: Application closes 1 month before the course commencement date for international students and 1 week for local students.
Core Subjects
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Science (Physics, Chemistry & Biology)
Electives
- Principles of Accounts (POA)
- Combined Humanities (Social Studies + either Elect. History or Elect. Geography)
- Chinese Language *
- Malay Language *
- Tamil Language *
- Literature *
- Additional Mathematics *
- Commerce
- Business Studies
* Subject to enrolment numbers
Most of the lessons are conducted in classrooms face-to-face or laboratories. Some lessons are conducted through IT (Powerpoint presentations). Occasionally field trips, excursions, inter-class competitions, etc are organised for the students.
Entry Requirements
|
Minimum Age |
Academic Level |
Language Proficiency |
|
15 |
Primary 3 or equivalent |
A pass in English in Sec 2 or its equivalent |
Assessment & Awards
To prepare the students for the formal assessments, the College will conduct internal assessments to test the students via written tests, oral tests, and practical examinations.
- Final Assessment is conducted by Singapore Cambridge GCE
ASSESSMENT/Examination Cycle
- March - Continual Assessment 1
- June - Mid Examinations
- October - Prelim Examinations
- October/November - Final Examinations
Fee Structure
For International Students
| Course / Programme |
Preparatory Course - GCE 'O' level |
| Course Fee |
S$4300.00 |
| Administration Fee |
S$500.00 |
| Laboratory Fee | S$750.00 |
| QBE Health Insurance |
S$100.00 |
| 7% GST |
S$395.50 |
| Total Fee Payable |
S$6045.50 (Payable to Escrow Account) |
| Application Fee |
S$321.00 (for New Applicants) (Payable to Bradford-Rex Account) |
| Note: |
Course fee payable includes 7% GST |
| Bradford-Rex College reserves the right to change the above fee from time to time without prior notice | |
| A late payment fee of 10% on the outstanding amount will be incurred to those who fail to pay their fee on time |
For Local Students (Non-student pass holders) - Singaporeans, Singapore PR's, Dependent Pass etc
| Course / Programme |
Preparatory Course - GCE 'O' level |
| Course Fee |
S$3000.00 |
| Administration Fee |
S$500.00 |
| Laboratory Fee | S$750.00 |
| QBE Health Insurance |
S$100.00 |
| 7% GST |
S$304.50 |
| Total Fee Payable |
S$4650.50 (Payable to Escrow Account) |
| Application Fee |
S$321.00 (for New Applicants) (Payable to Bradford-Rex Account) |
| Note: |
Course fee payable includes 7% GST |
| Bradford-Rex College reserves the right to change the above fee from time to time without prior notice | |
| A late payment fee of 10% on the outstanding amount will be incurred to those who fail to pay their fee on time |
