Preparatory Course for GCE 'O' Level

(Awarding body Jointly by the Ministry of Education and the University of Cambridge International Examinations)

Mode of Study: FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME

Entry Requirements

• At least 15 years old as of 1st January of the exam year.
• Applicants should also possess one of the following entrance requirements:
  • Completed Sec 3 Express with at least D7 grades in English & Mathematics
  • A credit in a Science subject if s/he opts for a related Science subject.
  • Completed 'N' (Academic) Level with passes in English and Mathematics.
• Private candidates are allowed to take a maximum of 9 subjects but our preparatory course is a package of 5 subjects.

About the Preparatory Course for GCE 'O' Level

• The Preparatory Course for GCE O Level prepares students for the Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) Examination which is conducted in Singapore annually in October and November.
• It is offered as a package of 5 subjects.
• The subjects offered in Academic Year 2011 are as follows:
  • COMPULSORY SUBJECTS FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS (4 subjects)
    • English language (Subject Code: 1127)
    • Mathematics (Subject Code: 4016)
    • Science (Physics, Chemistry) [Subject Code: 5016] OR
      Science (Chemistry, Biology) [Subject Code: 5118]
    • Business Studies (Subject Code: 7085)
  • Choose ONE ELECTIVE from the following:
    • Combined Humanities (Social Studies/Geography)
      [Subject Code: 2192]
    • Combined Humanities (Social Studies/History)
      [Subject Code: 2192]
    • Principles of Accounts (Subject Code: 7092)
    • Chinese (Subject Code: 1162)
    • Malay (Subject Code: 1132)
    • Tamil (Subject Code: 1142)
  • Choose MODULAR SUBJECT from the following:
    • Additional Mathematics (Subject Code: 4038)
    • Geography (Subject Code: 2235)
    • History (Subject Code: 2173)
    • Art (Subject Code: 6031)
    • Literature (Subject Code: 2014)
• Only compulsory subjects are taught at the centre where students are enrolled for.
• Electives are conducted at selected centres and students need to attend classes at those selected centres without exception.
• Parents are reminded that when they enrol their children at BMC, they must comply with BMC's Rules and Policies.
• Private candidates sitting the GCE O Examination are required to observe and comply with all instructions and regulations governing the examinations that are stated by the Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB). By registering for the examinations, a candidate confirms that he/she has read, understood and expressly agree to accept the instructions and regulations imposed by SEAB.

Programme Fees

“The following are samples of fee structure. Please approach us at any of our centres to obtain the current fee structures”.

Programme Fees for Local Students (Single Session)

• A one-time non-refundable Course Application fee of $150 is payable during registration.
• Fees are not inclusive of external examination fees and assessment books
• All fees are subject to the prevailing GST and other prevailing government taxes

Programme Fees for International Students (Single Session)

• A one-time non-refundable Course Application fee of $400 is payable during registration.
• Fees are not inclusive of external examination fees and assessment books
• All fees are subject to the prevailing GST and other prevailing government taxes

Programme Fees for Local Students (AM/PM Session)

• A one-time non-refundable Course Application fee of $150 is payable during registration.
• Fees are not inclusive of external examination fees and assessment books
• All fees are subject to the prevailing GST and other prevailing government taxes

Programme Fees for Local Students (Evening Session/Sat & Sun/Sat or Sun Session)

Note: Fee does not include science practical.

Attendance & Discipline

• ALL students must maintain an average attendance of 90%.
• Male students who have been given deferment from national service whose attendance falls below 90% will have their deferment cancelled and their names submitted to the Ministry of Defence to serve full-time national service.
• International students who fail to meet the 90% attendance will have their names submitted to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority. Their student's passes may be revoked and they may have to return home immediately.
• Students whose attendance falls below 90% are not allowed to sit for any internal tests.
• Students who are absent will need to attend counselling sessions with our in-house counsellor. Attendance is compulsory.
• Students who are late for more than 3 times will be counselled and repeat offenders will be suspended for ONE week. As a last resort, the school may expel such students.
• Students who are absent and have been given medical leave by a registered medical doctor must submit their medical certificate to the office when they come back to school.
• SMOKING IS STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED IN SCHOOL PREMISES. If you are caught you will be asked to stop smoking and attend counselling session.
• SMOKING BREAKS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
• EATING OR DRINKING IS NOT ALLOWED IN ALL CLASSROOMS.
• The school reserves the right to expel students whose presence the school feels may be detrimental to our students' and staff's well-being.

Terms and Conditions

• All students are expected to register for their GCE 'O' Level Examination online at www.seag.gov.sg. The Examination Registration Period will be published on our notice boards as well as website. The Ministry of Education will usually publish the Examination Registration Period at all MRT and LRT stations.
• Students who require an NS Deferment letter from the school must ensure that they attend School regularly and that they must take up our TWO-INSTALMENT PAYMENT SCHEME. Approval of NS Deferment is at MINDEF's discretion. These students must attend classes at either Bukit Merah or Dhoby Ghaut centre.
• Certain courses are conducted at selected BMC centres.
• Afternoon (PM) session courses are conducted at our Ang Mo Kio, Bukit Merah and Joo Chiat centres.
• BMC reserves the right to cancel/combine/re-schedule classes or replace teachers as it sees fit.
• All international students must attend the Single Session classes at either our Bukit Merah or Dhoby Ghaut centre.
• If you do not subscribe to our School rule including merging of classes and changing the venue of classes, you do not have to enrol with us.
• Course fee does not include textbooks, examination and other Student Activities.
• Only Singaporeans under 21 years old attending full time courses are eligible to apply for Student EZ-link Card. However it is subject to Transit Link's Approval.
• All students are required to enter into a contract with BMC and must agree and sign the Standard Student Contract.
• All fees paid will be protected under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) unless otherwise stated. For more information on the FPS visit the Council for Private Education's website at www.cpe.gov.sg.

Master Time Table for GCE O Level Classes for Academic Year 2011

“Please approach us at any of our centres to obtain the current timetable”.

Class 4A

Class 4B

NOTE: The time tables are not final. You will receive your actual time table during Orientation in January 2011.

Scheduled holidays (public and school) and/or semester/term break for course Gazetted Holidays in Singapore

• All public holidays
• Term 1 School Holidays 14 Mar 2011 to 18 Mar 2011
• Term 2 School Holidays 20 Jun 2011 to 24 Jun 2011
• Term 3 School Holidays 5 Sep 2011 to 9 Sep 2011
• Youth Day 4 Jul 2011
• Teachers' Day 2 Sep 2011

Examination and/or other assessment periods

• March - Continual Assessment: 7 Mar 2011 to 11 Mar 2011
• June - Mid Examinations: 13 Jun 2011 to 17 Jun 2011
• August/September - Prelim Examinations: 29 Aug 2011 to 2 Sep 2011
• October/November - GCE O Examination

Expected examination results release date

The results are expected to be released in January 2012.

Field Trips, Community Service and Other School Events (For Single session students unless otherwise stated)

• 6 January 2011: Centralised Orientation for ALL students
• 5 Feb 2011: NeWater Visitor Centre
• 12 Mar 2011: Chek Java, Pulau Ubin
• 9 Apr 2011: Beach Cleaning @ East Coast Park
• 7 May 2011: Singapore River Heritage Walk
• 9 Jul 2011: Visit to Orphanage Home

(Note: All activities are subject to confirmation. Some may be changed or cancelled.)

Enrichment and Other Activities

• January to February 2011: Using standard English in Speaking and Writing
• March 2011: Summary Writing
• April 2011: Presentation Skills
• May 2011: Writing Reports
• June 2011: Fund Raising Activities and Camping
• July 2011: Academic Progression Paths
• August 2011: Career Talks
• October 2011: Revision Month
• 28 October 2011: Graduation Ceremony 2011

(Note: All activities are subject to confirmation. Some may be changed or cancelled.)

Last updated 16 Oct 10.