Education and Career Guidance 

 

“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.” – Milton Berle

A definitive guide to choosing subject combinations for Secondary 3 or JC. Click here to read this article to learn more.

Is going to a Polytechnic more “relaxed” as compared to ‘A’ Levels?  Is ‘A’ Levels just ‘A’ Levels all over again, but in 2 years? 

The author demystifies some common polytechnic/JC myths and provides a simple guide to help students better decide if JC or the polytechnic would be better for them.

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Written by a recent graduate of Nanyang Polytechnic with a Diploma in Cybersecurity & Forensics, he shares more about the Polytechnic system, how to track one's progress, as well as his perspectives on finding like-minded friends, consulting the lecturers and exploring beyond academics. Check out the post here.

Meaning behind the name...

Telescope + School = Teleschope


Run by a group of JC/Poly students, Teleschope provides you a magnified view 🧐 into the pre-university options you have. Get a closer look into life at ITE / Junior College / Polytechnic beyond what appears on the outside like rumors or stigmas. 

Still unsure after the open house experience or have limited source of information from your seniors? Look into the school experience, school culture and school environment through the lens of Singaporean ITE/JC/Poly students. 

Especially useful for Upper Sec students. 

Click here to access website and navigate to top right corner of homepage.

FEATURED STORIES 

Advice for Students, By Students

Been there, done that: these students write to help those after them. Read the following articles Picking Scraps and Finding Gold and What You Can Do With The Remaining Time Left Until Your Major Examinations.

CAREERS IN HEALTHCARE, WHICH IS FOR YOU? 

What are the top 10 most misconceptions about healthcare professionals? Read this article to find out job opportunities in the industry other than being a doctor, dentist or nurse.

Healthcare scholarships - Should you apply? Three scholars who are interviewed gave their advice for those who are aiming for a scholarship.

ENGINEERS AS PROBLEM-SOLVERS: Career insights from engineers

All the questions you had (and didn't know to ask) about a career in Engineering.

This article captures main points on what Engineering is, how does a job in Engineering look like, and how can a student take their first steps into it? 

Insights provided by Singaporean youths who are system architects, environmental engineer and research engineer.

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“I can teach better than this teacher!” If you have ever whispered this to your friends mid-lessons, chances are you might have considered joining the local public education industry. In this article, teachers of all backgrounds provide their views about what really motivates them to stay on. If you’ve ever considered a career in the education sector, here is the place to start.

Read on here.

on my way: A day in the life

Brought to you by the National Youth Council, each short video explores the lives of different professionals among Singapore youths and give you a glimpse of their jobs and what it entails. 
SOme professions include Marketing Manager, Journalist, Data Scientist, Personal Trainer, Pastry Chef, Art Therapist, Investment Banker, Auditor, Roadside Assistance Technician, Pharmacist, Process Engineer, Cyber Security Penetration Tester, Quality Engineer, Customer Care Supervisor, Programme Coordinator, Food Technologist, SEO Specialist.
Access the playlist here.

Unable to get in the course of your choice in University? In this article, the author shares with you four pathways that you can follow to enter your dream course during the next application process.

Good read for Secondary School students especially on how you can boost your portfolio. Read up here.