Applied Learning

Discover how the Applied Learning department prepares students for the future through hands-on academic and affective programmes, from retail and computing to ITE partnership experiences.

Last updated 26 August 2026

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Applied Learning Department Teachers

Mission

Create Opportunities for Students to Acquire Skills, Knowledge and Values through experiential learning opportunities for them to be future-ready. This is done through both academic and affective programmes in YSS

(A) Academic Programmes

1. Retail Operations – the birth of entrepreneurs!

Students get to learn the different types of retail industry, ways to manage retail operations and how to do a sales pitch.

Two students in blue uniforms stand before a shelf of grocery products with a "Little Price" sign nearby.

Two teenage boys in matching maroon shirts stand facing each other near a shelf with small bottles and a sign.

2. Computer Applications – creators of game!

Students get to create their games and animation, while at the same time, equipping themselves with the necessary office skills and video editing.

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Two teenage boys sit at a desk in a classroom, pointing at a laptop screen together.

(B) Affective Programmes

1) Students All Rise (StAR) Programme

StAR programme is a school-based curriculum designed and led by the teachers for G1 students to provide these students with tailor-made support, mentorship and develop essential relevant to every day scenarios. Learners will get to experience the essence of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, teamwork and responsible decision making.

2) Sec 2 Experience ITE Programme

This programme invites students to a dynamic and enriching experience designed to ignite passions, inspire learning and empower the young minds. Through the one-day programme, students will explore interactive workshops and industrial insights led by the ITE for the students to have a glimpse of the different courses available in the ITE and for them to comprehend different education and career opportunities.

3) Applied Learning Programme @ITE (ApLM@ITE) for Secondary 3 students

Students are given the opportunity to select the ITE courses of their choice, and participated in an immersive 3-day programme with ITE. They learn the fundamental techniques, skills and best practices of the industries led by the Industry experts in ITE through first-hand practical curriculum and assessment.

4) Applied Learning Programme @ Schools (ApLM@Schools) for Secondary 4 students

Students are given the opportunity to select the career interest of their choice, and participated in an exciting 5-day programme. Vendors from the industry partners are invited to conduct career engagement programmes for learners to gain practical and hands-on industrial experiences. In addition, students also went for industrial visits that allow them to catch a glimpse of the real workforce world of the different industries. Ultimately, these modules empower students to make well-informed decisions about their educational and professional futures after completing secondary school education.