humanities department
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The calling of the humanities is to make us truly human in the best sense of the word.
The calling of the humanities is to make us truly human in the best sense of the word.
– J. Irwin Miller
– J. Irwin Miller
Learning the historical concept of Causation through card-sorting
Learning the historical concept of Causation through card-sorting
Learning Journey to the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre to explore the concept of Identity
Learning Journey to the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre to explore the concept of Identity
The Humanities Department seeks to develop all Tampinesians to think critically and flexibly, considering multiple perspectives when discussing issues and challenges. With an appreciation of the Humanities disciplines, it is hoped that students will embrace their role as global citizens and manage complexity, ambiguities and diverse perspectives in an increasingly globalised world.
STUDY OF HUMAN SOCIETY AND CULTURE
STUDY OF HUMAN SOCIETY AND CULTURE
To achieve our vision, our programmes are designed to provide students with an appreciation of the real world and an understanding of the Humanities disciplines, at the same time equipping them with useful skills such as research and investigation, perspective-taking and decision making.
key programmes
key programmes
GEOGRAPHICAL FIELD TRIP - EXPLORING SINGAPORE WATERWAYS
GEOGRAPHICAL FIELD TRIP - EXPLORING SINGAPORE WATERWAYS
Students are taught geographical investigative skills to observe their surrounding, and to collect, and make sense of data.
Collectively or individually, students then make conclusions of their fieldwork study and report the findings.
MEETING DR YAACOB AT SINGAPORE HISTORY DAY
MEETING DR YAACOB AT SINGAPORE HISTORY DAY
Tampinesians participate in a variety of national competitions such as the Singapore History Day and the Historical Scene Investigation. These experiences help them to better appreciate Singapore’s rich history and heritage.
TRANSNATIONAL TALK BY MR SALIM BIN MOHD NASIR, RRG SECRETARIAT
TRANSNATIONAL TALK BY MR SALIM BIN MOHD NASIR, RRG SECRETARIAT
Our students are privileged to have industry speakers share their particular area of expertise, giving our students wider perspectives.
On one occasion, Mr Salim shared his experiences and research on terrorism with our students. He clarified misconceptions the general public had on associating terrorism with certain religious groups, and emphasised the importance of social harmony as a defense against terrorist attacks.
achievements
achievements
2021
2021
Nicholas Johansen was awarded the Silver Medal (Individual) as well as identified for the MOE Geography Talent Development Programme.
2020
2020
Awarded the honorary mention for the creative component in the NUS Geography Challenge
2019
2019
Gimpaya Roma Anne Louise Caday (4E1) was awarded the Bronze medal in the Individual Component of NUS Geography Challenge.
TPSS Team was a semi-finalist in the NUS Geography Challenge
Recognized for presenting the Best Position Paper in the Inter-School Parliament Competition organised by Bedok South Secondary School.
Afza Hadirah (3E1) was awarded Best Position Paper in UNICEF in the Ngee Ann Secondary Model United Nations (NASMUN)
Amelia Cheng (3E4) was awarded an Honorary Mention for her performance as the German delegate in the Security Council in the Ngee Ann Secondary Model United Nations (NASMUN)
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