As you can see, this blog had not have a proper post in a while.. But I can assure you this would change, starting from today.
Firstly, since this is my first post here, let me start by introducing myself!
My name is Tevin Chew, currently year 1 in Diploma of Accounting And Finance.
And of course, I DPA-ed into this course while studying for my O's last year!
Well to start of, I would just like to clarify with everyone that the process of DPA is not as difficult as it may seem. Personally, I was rather shocked when I realized I was accepted in as a DPA student as I always had the impression that DPA had a low acceptance rate and only 1 out of the many hundreds would be accepted. However, after being accepted, I was proven wrong! So for all of you who currently have such impression, let it go and be confident, you might be surprised what your outcome might be. Just remember, the three qualities of a DPA student is having the 'Drive', 'Passion' and the 'Attitude'.
If you are still not aware, all DPA students would have to go through an 8 week Polytechnic-Preparatory-Programme, PPP for short. Throughout this programme, I can assure you that you'll get to know many other DPA students from other courses and forge priceless friendships way before the actual school term starts. Besides, during the PPP, you'll also get a chance to complete 2 Cross-Disiplinary Subjects (CDS). This would give you a big advantage over other students since you'll be able to free up time even before school starts!
For more information regarding the PPP visit :http://www.tp.edu.sg/home/admissions/adm_exercise/dpa/dpa_ppp.htm
I really had a great time with my friends throughout this 8 weeks and I hope that you'd too! So what are you waiting for? Hurry before application closes this Wednesday. If you have any queries, you can leave a message on the Zopim chat box below or you could contact us at tp.dpateam@gmail.com
Tevin
HELLO PEEPS!
Written on: Monday, July 11, 2011 Time: 8:46 PM
Hello Everyone who's reading this!
As you can see, this blog had not have a proper post in a while.. But I can assure you this would change, starting from today.
Firstly, since this is my first post here, let me start by introducing myself!
My name is Tevin Chew, currently year 1 in Diploma of Accounting And Finance.
And of course, I DPA-ed into this course while studying for my O's last year!
Well to start of, I would just like to clarify with everyone that the process of DPA is not as difficult as it may seem. Personally, I was rather shocked when I realized I was accepted in as a DPA student as I always had the impression that DPA had a low acceptance rate and only 1 out of the many hundreds would be accepted. However, after being accepted, I was proven wrong! So for all of you who currently have such impression, let it go and be confident, you might be surprised what your outcome might be. Just remember, the three qualities of a DPA student is having the 'Drive', 'Passion' and the 'Attitude'.
If you are still not aware, all DPA students would have to go through an 8 week Polytechnic-Preparatory-Programme, PPP for short. Throughout this programme, I can assure you that you'll get to know many other DPA students from other courses and forge priceless friendships way before the actual school term starts. Besides, during the PPP, you'll also get a chance to complete 2 Cross-Disiplinary Subjects (CDS). This would give you a big advantage over other students since you'll be able to free up time even before school starts!
For more information regarding the PPP visit :http://www.tp.edu.sg/home/admissions/adm_exercise/dpa/dpa_ppp.htm
I really had a great time with my friends throughout this 8 weeks and I hope that you'd too! So what are you waiting for? Hurry before application closes this Wednesday. If you have any queries, you can leave a message on the Zopim chat box below or you could contact us at tp.dpateam@gmail.com
Tevin
About me
What is Direct Polytechnic Admission?
1. The Direct Polytechnic Admissions (DPA) Exercise is an admission exercise which allows students who have the passion and
aptitude for applied learning to secure a place in a polytechnic course before you sit for your ‘O’ Level examinations.
2. It’s an avenue for students whose passion and talent in a specific field are not fully reflected in their examination results.
Why DPA?
It gives us greater flexibility to select you based on a wider range of your talents other than your examination results.
You get to enjoy special preparatory programmes which let you chalk up poly credits counting towards your graduation before your friends even enrol!
What our Pioneers say!
Cheryl:
“Initially, I wondered why my other secondary school friends were playing while I was studying and starting my poly life so soon. Over time, I have learnt many things from DPA.
My Cross Disciplinary Subjects: Japanese Language and Psychology of Creativity, are subjects that I don’t find in my secondary school. I also learnt to be a leader when we were camping together.
It's more than studies in Polytechnic Preparatory Programme (PPP). It's all about fun, learning, interaction and friendship. This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
Nur Fazleena:
“I personally feel that DPA is very enriching as we are given a broader view and better insights about the courses offered in the Business school. Also,we are lucky to be able to try out some CCAs.
PPP helps us to be more familiar with the TP environment and culture. We have the chance to bond with the seniors too. It feels great to be among the unique first batch of students.”
Zhi Yong:
“DPA - It’s an exercise we would never want to miss, a journey that leads to great friendships and unexpected valuable learning as well.”
Kenneth:
"DPA is one admission exercise different from any other Direct Entry Exercise. The friends you make here last forever.
Besides, DPA allows me to finish three CDS and collect nine credit units within the fun-filled eight-week PPP in TP."
Theresa:
"DPA gives an edge over the rest? Definitely! And it comes with whole lot of fun, learning and excitement.
The best part is I get to meet friends that I would never let go of."
Meet the Main Committee of TP DPA!
If you guys have any burning questions that you need to ask, feel free to ask on our Zopim Chat, or you can also drop us an email at tp.dpateam@gmail.com!
DPA IG Main Committee 07/08
DPA IG Main Committee 11/12
Advisor-Mentor: Shawn Chia President: Ameer-Alrasyeed Vice President: Lee Chuen Heng Honorary Secretary: Noviyena Assistant Honorary Secretary: Euroy Chong Honorary Treasurer: Yen Mei Yi
Quartermaster: Koh Min Yu Assistant Quartermaster: Choon Kiat Media Head: Pang Chee Kin SubComm Head: Jovina Ang Assistant SubComm Head: Aria Sim
