hi guys ^^ im form five this year
can someone enlighten me on forensic science?
I plan to be a forensic lab analyst in the future, probably specialised in DNA and stuff
should i go a levels/foundation/matric?
and is add maths important? cuz i fail every add maths exam...and i really dont like calculations
also, should i take forensic science course or biology?

Thanks in advance

dear thread starter, use this diagram as u fit in explaining the course of study after SPM. explanation:

this diagram below explains what u can do after SPM, if ur considering tertiery studies. the red dotted lines indicate choices that u can make, and the path that u need to take. but it doesnt explain how big a choice u do have.

but i've arranged the diagram so that the option with the biggest choice sits on the top most part. this means that A-level has the biggest option of choice, and foundation is the least. note that foundation is attached to the degree, compared to matriculation. this is due to the nature of the foundation programme itself, that serves as a feeder programme for the degree courses. not all courses offer foundation programmes. most still require u to take matrics or other qualifications.

foundation courses does not usually offer a break. immediately after u finish foundation, u will start ur degree course (if u pass, that is). u cant choose to change the programme. once ur in foundation, it's either finish it, or start another course all over again.

anywhere in this diagram, u can opt to take a certificate qualification programme. u can take this in between or during studies. it's up to u.

Which is better after Form 5?

Form 6, Private Colleges or Universities?

That's a common dilemma faced by students right after SPM. While it was a trend to continue on to Form 6, face STPM in the face and hopefully secure a position in one of the public universities in the past, time has changed, and things are different nowadays.

Why you should go to Form 6?
1. Because you feel unprepared for the college/university world.
2. Because you haven't exactly made up your mind of what specifically you would like to study about. Form 6 buys you 2 years of time to actually determine what is your interest, which in turn will decide your pathway for the next several years.
3. Because you feel that you want a spot in the public university, and you're confident that you can score well enough in STPM to secure the course that you desire.
4. Because of financial problems. Form 6 is a cheaper alternative, obviously.

The cons of being in Form 6 that I can think of.
1. STPM is rated among the most difficult examinations in the world. The claim is that it's the 3rd hardest. How true is this, I'm not sure.
2. After you've done STPM, and you want to apply for a spot and a course you want in the public university, you won't exactly be guarantee a spot. You might end up getting courses that are totally unheard of, or that you don't what. That will of course pose a new dilemma then. To accept, or to go into the private education sector?

Why should you enrol in Private colleges/universities
1. Because you've decided what you want to do and specifically, like Electronics Engineering. Nonetheless, colleges do offer general courses such as A-Levels, which will not confine you to a certain field yet, and allows you the freedom to make the choice after 1 or more year of studying.
2. Because some Universities provides their own foundation courses for the faculties, and you're almost always guaranteed a spot in their degree program when you're done with your foundation.

The cons of being in Private colleges/universities
1. The cost. That can be overcome by scholarships, or loan such as PTPTN.
2. The recognition of your education institution when you graduate in the future. This could well affect your interview outcomes. A person graduating in a more well known university/college could be picked over you. But then again, having a good result should be able to cancel out that problem.

So, once you're done with SPM, sit down and ask yourself several questions.
1. What do you want to do?
2. Are you financially secured to pursue it?
3. Do you think you can cope with it?
4. Ask around about the course, and the institution offering it. Do research, visit education fair and open days.

'm not sure where to post this.
need info on what is the age limit for a PTPTN applicant?
thanks in advance.

I heard if we join foundation in Uni, we will have to continue their degree program for the upcoming years ,am i correct?

Do you think my trial results are worthy to score 9A+ in SPM?

BM-90
BI-87
MM-98
SJ-83
PM-100
AM-97
PHY-90
CHEM-93
BIO-85

Please give ur comments