Originally Posted by ayjiahui
SO TRUE. Because directs don't have an attachment to Singapore, making them feel it easier to leave (and also lots of really bad precedences set by some seniors).
That sucks because then I personally feel like there's little point in applying for Pre-U. Most 'opportunities', facilities, BETTER TEACHERS are given mostly to the top schools, not the lower schools.
But meh, I think they really are thinking of ways to retain Malaysians in Singapore.
Yeah, the Sec scholars have more time to do and start stuff in Singapore, they have more school trips to go for and they can get into the better schools. I wouldn't have chosen to come in Sec 3 or anything though, but I do see that they have somewhat of an advantage.
Ah Singapore. I was going to start a debate on how MOE chooses their scholars but maybe I should wait till my time here is up first...
Anyway for anyone who's interested in applying, if you're really keen to go to Singapore, applying earlier is better. Don't go after SPM. The difference in level is somewhat harder to keep up with, if nothing else. And as others have said, apply first worry later, unless you do not want the scholarship in which case, think first - if you get it I can tell you your parents aren't likely to let you give it up to stay in Malaysia
The questions about the selection test and blablabla will come around in a few months time...for now all you need to do is fill out the form as best you can. I don't remember exactly what it's like but if there are questions, it'll likely jog my memory so ask away