Applied Learning Programme

Direct School Admission 2024  

Applied Learning Programme – Environmental Sustainability 

Science for Sustainable Development

Sec 1

Field Study along Alexandra Canal

Construction of Sand Filter System in Science Lab

Field Sketch at Lower Pierce Reservoir

Water Quality Testing at Lower Pierce Reservoir

Biodiversity Boardwalk at Lower Pierce Reservoir

Sec 1 Field Study at Lower Pierce Reservoir

Sec 2

Solar Car Engineering – students apply concepts learnt in Science lessons to design and construct a solar car chasis, with considerations such as type of recycled material used, aerodynamics of the car and the ability to harness sunlight.

Redesign of Public Space – students students have the opportunity to demonstrate their creativity and inventive thinking skills in redesigning underused public spaces to promote a more inclusive environment that includes energy sustainability features.

Sec 3

Students attending an Applied Learning Module @ Nanyang Polytechnic on “Applications of Sustainable Practices and Renewable Energy”.

Students attending a Plant Visit at “The Polyolefin Company (TPC)”.

Students attending a Work Experience Programme at “The Polyolefin Company (TPC)”.

Our school’s Applied Learning Programme (ALP) is on Cultivating Minds for the Future based on the theme of Sustainability. We adopt an interdisciplinary approach driven mainly by Geography and Science. In this ALP, we aim to solve real-world geographical challenges through a scientific lens.  

Our school’s ALP adopts a thematic approach, where students explore three global geographical issues related to sustainability over three years, namely:

Sec 1:             Water Sustainability

Sec 2:            Urban and Energy Sustainability

Sec 3:             Food Sustainability 

Our students carrying out their water investigation

ALP Field Studies to Hong Kong (Pre-covid)

These three themes, which are aligned with the Singapore Green Plan 2030, are critical for Singapore’s continued development. We leverage current and relevant learning content to design engaging packages that help our students apply their knowledge of Geography and Science to solve a real-world issue.

We welcome students who are passionate about environmental advocacy to apply for the DSA Exercise. Interested students should be keen to adopt an interdisciplinary approach in solving geographical issues.

Successful applicants will have the privilege of participating in the school’s DSA Talent Development Programme which will include progressive exposure to issues related to the environment and sustainability. They will take on the role of ALP Ambassadors, undertaking projects that advocate for environmental sustainability at the upper secondary level. In the process, students will also acquire effective communication and presentation skills as they build their confidence to advocate for a good cause in their area of passion.