Internal Programmes

Basics of Python Programming (IP1)

This programme aims to develop Critical, Analytical and Inventive Thinking (CAIT) by enabling students to build a working knowledge of Python basics and apply basic coding constructs to solve a variety of problems.

Through a series of lessons, students will develop and hone their abilities to identify and apply the correct coding tool, as well as work with basic data structures (e.g. lists and strings) to perform basic operations such as concatenation and iteration.

The programme will help our students establish a baseline for programming as well as allow them to demonstrate their ability to apply coding to solve simple problems, ranging from grade categorisation and AP formulas to list transformations.

3D Printing (IP2 - IP4)

This programme aims to develop CAIT by introducing students to the fundamentals of 3D design and printing using Tinkercad and FlashPrint5. Students can express their creativity through the creation of unique designs using a combination of basic 3D shapes.

Through collaborative projects, students will learn to apply Computational Thinking (CT) skills to transform creative ideas into functional 3D models. The programme culminates in the printing and sharing of their designs, where innovative pieces of work are selected for showcase at events such as the IP Open House.

Hydroponics Tower Prototype by TA (Mathematics) students

TA Enterprise (IP2)

This programme aims to further develop critical, adaptive and inventive thinking by providing IP2 and IP3 students with a platform to explore real-world sustainability issues both locally and internationally, and for them to leverage on coding and/or 3D printing competencies acquired in IP1 and IP2.

By understanding the key pillars of the Singapore Green Plan 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), students will apply the Design Thinking framework (Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype and Test) to prototype innovative solutions. Through this process, students gain a better understanding of different perspectives that shape policies and learn to collaborate constructively with one another.

Ultimately, students will present their cases, pitch their ideas and respond to questions, strengthening their communication skills in the process. Outstanding projects stand the chance to be presented at The Sustainability Youth Festival (TSYF), providing students with the opportunity to present their projects at a large scale event.

Math Behind Machine Learning (IP3-4)

This programme aims to spark students' curiosity to learn more about supervised machine learning and types of algorithms through the exploration of concepts such as Linear Regression, Logistic Regression, Binary Classification, and many more.

TA(MA) students will hone their Microsoft Excel skills through the creation of scatter plots and various functions to analyse data and draw insights to contextual scenarios.

Through a series of lessons, students will be able to draw connections across concepts learned across topics (Ratio, Logarithms, Probability etc) and apply digital literacy skills acquired (especially in Microsoft Excel and Desmos) across IP1-4.

Receiver Operating Characteristic Curve

Singapore Mathematical Olympiad (SMO) Training (all levels)

All TA(MA) students will participate in SMO training which equips them the ability to draw connections between content learned in the core curriculum to solve challenging Mathematics problems, whilst developing a stronger appreciation to Mathematics as a discipline.

In honing their critical and adaptive thinking, students are challenged to think creatively to provide solutions to various problems. They are also tasked to work as a group, creating opportunities for discussion.

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