Applied subjects
Developing students’ curiosity, problem-solving skills and interest in technology through hands-on learning experiences.
Mission
Nurture problem solving skills and stimulate curiosity & interest in technology
Provide students with hands-on exploration to construct meaning for themselves through concrete experiences, and to learn in ways that allow them to apply knowledge to real world situations.
The Applied Subjects Unit, which consists of Mobile Robotics (G1) and Electronics (G3), aims to inculcate attitudes relevant to engineering such as perseverance, curiosity, integrity, striving for accuracy, inventiveness, problem-solving (“can do” attitude) and intellectual thoroughness. The two years upper secondary curriculum is designed for students to acquire knowledge of the fundamentals of electronics and mobile robotics, to foster an interest and passion in the engineering field in preparation for post- secondary engineering courses.
Design & Technology
MISSION
Engage Hillgrovians in a learning environment that gradually deepens and expands their understanding, knowledge and skills to solve real-world problems through the D&T curriculum.
Students acquire the techniques and strategies of design thinking skill and sketching to transform ideas into design solutions.
ACHIEVEMENTS & HIGHLIGHTS
Design & Technology Awards 2025 – Certificate of Commendation
Singapore Polytechnic Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering Challenge 2025 – Commendation Award
Secondary 1 Projects
Secondary One G3 and G2 students embark on a design and make an Enviro-Handphone Holder that serves to inculcate the preservation of natural resources.
Secondary 2 Projects
Secondary Two G3 and G2 students apply the design process to develop a design solution that encourages the reduction of resource wastage.
Secondary 3 Projects
Secondary Three students deepen their understanding of the design thinking process by seeking design solutions to improve the lives of people such as the needy and elderly using the technological knowledge and skills learnt in Structures, Mechanisms and Basic Electricity and Electronics content.
Nutrition & Food Science
MISSION
To cultivate the joy of learning authentic life skills in nutrition, meal planning and health through food preparation and recipe modification.
To develop students’ understanding of the principles of food science to prepare them for tertiary studies in health, food and beverage related industries.
Selected Sec 1 students participate in a Salad Making Competition where students learn how to plan and prepare a wholesome salad, as well as do a verbal presentation of their creation to the judges.
ACHIEVEMENTS & HIGHLIGHTS
Participation in External Competitions/Events
Baking Course at BITC
Achievements & Highlights
Applied Subjects - Participation in External Competitions
2024 Singapore Polytechnic Mechanical Engineering Competition – 1 Merit Team Award, 2 Commendation Team Awards
ITE IGNITE
Powering Lives through Engineering
Rockwell Challenge
Lighthouse by VIVISTOP
