The Arts Department runs courses in Art, Economics, Geography and History which are offered at H1, H2 and H3 level.
Students who are interested in taking the AEP will be required to sit for the Higher 2 (H2) and Higher 3 (H3) Art syllabus.
The H2 Art syllabus will commence in 2006 while the H3 Art syllabus in 2007.
H1 (Art)
Introduction
Students offering Higher 1 (H1) Level Art syllabus will investigate artistic conventions and concepts through the study of artists and artworks. Visual literacy such as perception of and responding to visual images, as well as critical analysis of visual information are also developed.
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H2 (Art)
Introduction
The Higher 2 (H2) Level Art syllabus is designed to provide students with an in-depth study in the visual arts. The process of art making involving the use of a variety of media and technologies, as well as its role in the development of critical thinking, continue to be maintained. These aptitudes are essential in the face of the challenges of the knowledge-based and innovation driven economy.
In addition to the practical experiences, students at this level, being capable of higher-level thinking, will investigate artistic conventions and concepts through the Study of Visual Arts component. Visual literacy skills such as perceiving and responding to visual images, and analysis of visual information are further enhanced and developed in these syllabuses.
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H3 (Art)
Introduction
All AEP students would be offered Higher 3 (H3) Level Art syllabus in JC2. The H3 Level Art syllabus will begin in 2007 and it complements the H2 Level Art Syllabus, providing students who have exceptional interest and ability with opportunities to be engaged in the Theory of Art. The H3 Level Art syllabus enhances the competencies acquired in the H2 Level and further challenges students to think beyond the making and appreciation of art. It engages students in theoretical and critical discourses of art in the way it is perceived, defined and practiced. The H3 Level Art syllabus lays a foundation for academic engagement in Art at tertiary level.
Entry Requirements for H2 and H3: Students who wish to do art at H2 & H3 level are required to sit for a Drawing & Painting Test and a Written Test administered by NYJC AEP teachers to assess their aptitude for the course. Students are also required to go through an interview and present their portfolio.
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Economics
Economics is about how society deals with the problem
of scarcity: we cannot have everything we want. We have to make choices.
Economics is the study of how society makes these choices.
H1 (Economics)
The H1 syllabus covers the core economic concepts and principles
of the H2 syllabus.
It is equivalent to about 75% of H2 Economics in terms of syllabus content
and it includes both the micro and macro aspects of Economics. The
H1 syllabus maintains the same rigour as the H2 syllabus. The emphasis
is on the application of Economic concepts and principles to explain,
analyse and resolve economic issues, and evaluate policy decisions
in real world context.
The intent of the H1 syllabus is to serve as a contrasting subject
for Science students in the new JC curriculum.
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and assessment format for H1 Economics.
H2 (Economics)
The H2 syllabus is intended to provide the basis for a broad understanding
of economics.
Specifically, the syllabus aims to develop in students:
1. an understanding of fundamental economic principles, theories
and concepts, and of the methods of analysis used by an economist
2. the ability to use the tools of economic reasoning to explain,
analyse and resolve economic issues, and evaluate policy decisions
3. the habit of reading critically, from a variety of sources, to
gain information about the changing economic activities and policies
at the national and international levels
4. the ability to use evidence in making rational arguments in economic
context and understand the roles of various economic agents.
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and assessment format for H2 Economics.
H3 (Economics)
The H3 syllabus provides students who have exceptional interest
and ability in the subject opportunities to satisfy their intellectual
curiosity in economics as a discipline. It challenges students to
investigate controversies surrounding economic issues on strategies
of firms, efficiency, market failure and developments in regional
and international economies. The syllabus provides a foundation
for academic engagement in economics at the tertiary level. The
H3 syllabus is designed on the assumption that students have knowledge
and understanding of economics at H2 level. It is pitched at a level
higher than that of the H2 syllabus. It builds on the competencies
acquired in economics at the H2 level and requires students to demonstrate
greater depth of analysis and evaluation. The syllabus aims and
assessment objectives are an extension of those stated in the H2
syllabus.
Pre-requisites
A good command of written and spoken English.
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and assessment format for H3 Economics.
Geography
The new syllabus is for implementation beginning from the year
2006. Key themes and concepts in human and physical geography which
provide the foundation for understanding the world will be taught
and examined.
For both H1 and H2 Geography, candidates will be examined on their
skills to interpret geographical data and application of techniques.
H1 (Geography)
Designed to cater to different needs
Equivalent to half of H2 in breadth but similar to H2 in depth.
| Topics | |
| Compulsory Topics | 1. Lithospheric Processes, Hazards and Management
(plate tectonics, weathering and mass movement) |
| 2. Globalisation of Economic Activity (uneven development in the global economy, transnational corporations and role of the state and the supranational bodies) | |
| Optional topics: One of these |
1. Hydrologic Processes, Hazards and Management (includes
the hydrological cycle, channel morphology and processes in
drainage basins, river floods, catchment management) |
| 2. Urban Issues and Challenges (urbanisation, urban dynamics and managing urban environments) | |
| Topics | |
| Physical Geography | 3 topics are Lithospheric Processes, Hazards
and Management; Atmospheric Processes, Hazards and Management;
Hydrologic Processes , Hazards and Management. |
| Human Geography |
3 topics are The Globalisation of Economic Activity: Population
Issues and Challenges and Urban Issues and Challenges geographical
skills and techniques. |
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the syllabus and assessment format for H2 Geography.
H3 (Geography)
H3 Geography consists of a variety of learning opportunities (e.g.
advanced content, research paper, university module). For able students
who are interested to broaden the subject and expand their intellectual
horizons on geography. Offered only in JC2.
Pre-requisites
Students are encouraged to have background knowledge of secondary
school geography.
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the syllabus and assessment format for H3 Geography.
History
H1 and H2 History aims to enable students to:
- develop an interest in and enthusiasm about the past;
- acquire an understanding and a sound knowledge of selected periods or themes;
- gain an understanding of historical concepts such as change and continuity;
- explain the interplay of cause and effect of historical events;
- appreciate the nature and the variety of historical sources and understand the methods used by historians;
- grasp the diverse approaches to and interpretations of historical issues;
- think independently and make informed judgement of issues; and
- develop empathy with people living in diverse places and at different times.
H1 History consists of the paper International History, 1945-2000.
The paper International History, 1945-2000 focuses on the key developments and events that shaped the international order after 1945. These key developments and events will be studied in the context of the following themes:
- The origins of the Cold War in Europe after World War II
- The extension of the Cold War throughout the rest of the world
- The end of the Cold War
- Growth and problems of the Global Economy
- Rise of religious fundamentalism
- Conflict and instability in the Middle East and Asia
- The United Nations and global affairs
In exploring these themes, candidates must be able to:
- examine the forces that shaped the international order after 1945;
- explain the interconnectedness of themes and the complexities of historical developments; and
- understand the making of the multi-polar world.
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H2 History consists of both the paper International History, 1945-2000, and the paper History of Southeast Asia, c. 1900-1997.
The paper History of Southeast Asia, c. 1900-1997, focuses on the themes of nationalism, independence, nation building and regionalism in Southeast Asia between 1900 and 1997. The themes will be studied in the context of the following:
- Origins, nature and development of pre-war nationalism in Southeast Asia
- Colonial governments’ response to national movements
- Impact of World War II on the development of nationalism
- End of colonial rule
- Search for political structures and governments
- Economic development and consequences
- Different approaches to national unity
- Inter-state tensions in Southeast Asia
- The development of ASEAN
The paper emphasises cross-comparative studies of countries in the Southeast Asian region during the different stages of their experience between 1900 and 1997. It is recommended that the case studies be carefully selected to provide a meaningful study of the similarities and differences in the historical developments of this region.
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H3 History is intended for candidates who demonstrate an exceptional ability and passion in History. It provides opportunities for candidates to explore historical issues and events in greater depth, and promotes an appreciation of the nature of History as a discipline. The H3 History syllabus is designed to offer intellectual challenge and rigour as it expects candidates to think independently and to develop critical inquiry. It takes the form of a roughly 4,000 words research essay on a topic of the candidate’s choice.
Pre-requisites for studying History
- H1 History:
There are no pre-requisites for H1 History.
- H2 History:
It is an advantage to have taken ‘O’ Level Full History or Combined Humanities (History) as well.
- H3 History:
Offered on a case-by-case basis to interested and capable students. Application is done directly through subject tutors.
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