English — Grade 10

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This module further develops students’ academic English skills, with a stronger focus on analytical reading, structured writing, research skills, oral communication and argumentative expression.

Students will study a range of texts and develop the ability to identify main ideas, evaluate arguments, write coherent essays and present ideas clearly. The module supports readiness for upper high school study.

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Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Analyse fiction and non-fiction texts with greater depth.

• Write structured essays, reports and argumentative responses.

• Use appropriate grammar, vocabulary and tone for academic purposes.

• Present information clearly and respond to questions.

• Develop independent reading and research skills.

 

Indicative Content

Term

Topics

Term 1

Reading analysis, vocabulary development and essay structure

Term 2

Argumentative writing, summary writing and language accuracy

Term 3

Research skills, presentations and non-fiction analysis

Term 4

Integrated reading and writing, revision and final assessment

 

Assessment

• Reading and writing assignments: 30%

• Oral presentation and discussion: 20%

• Class participation and activities: 20%

• End-of-year internal examination: 30%

 

Chinese — Grade 10

This module strengthens students’ Chinese communication skills and supports progression in reading, writing, listening and speaking. Students will study more complex passages, develop extended writing skills and participate in oral communication activities.

 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Read and understand longer Chinese texts.

• Write structured compositions and responses.

• Communicate ideas orally with improved fluency and accuracy.

• Use vocabulary and grammar appropriately in different contexts.

• Demonstrate understanding of selected cultural and social themes.

 

Indicative Content

Term

Topics

Term 1

Reading comprehension and vocabulary extension

Term 2

Composition writing and grammar application

Term 3

Cultural and social topics, oral communication

Term 4

Integrated language skills and final assessment

 

Assessment

• Reading and writing assignments: 30%

• Oral assessment: 20%

• Class participation and activities: 20%

• End-of-year internal examination: 30%

 

Further Mathematics — Grade 10

This module extends students’ mathematical knowledge beyond foundational mathematics. It introduces more advanced algebra, functions, coordinate geometry, trigonometry and problem-solving techniques.

Students will develop abstract reasoning, mathematical confidence and the ability to apply advanced methods to structured problems. The module supports progression into upper high school mathematics and quantitative subjects.

 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Manipulate advanced algebraic expressions and equations.

• Understand functions, graphs and coordinate geometry.

• Apply trigonometric ratios and identities to solve problems.

• Use mathematical reasoning in multi-step problem-solving.

• Prepare for more advanced mathematical study in Grades 11 and 12.

 

Indicative Content

Term

Topics

Term 1

Advanced algebra, indices, surds and equations

Term 2

Functions, graphs and coordinate geometry

Term 3

Trigonometry, sequences and mathematical reasoning

Term 4

Problem-solving, applications and final assessment

 

Assessment

• Weekly problem sets: 20%

• Quizzes and topic tests: 20%

• Mathematical assignments: 20%

• End-of-year internal examination: 40%

 

Biology — Grade 10

This module introduces students to the study of living organisms and biological systems. Students will explore cell biology, human physiology, genetics, ecology and biological investigations.

The module develops scientific understanding, practical skills and awareness of how biological knowledge applies to health, the environment and everyday life.

 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the structure and function of cells.

• Understand selected human body systems.

• Explain basic principles of genetics and inheritance.

• Understand ecosystems, biodiversity and environmental interactions.

• Conduct simple biological investigations and interpret data.

 

Indicative Content

Term

Topics

Term 1

Cell biology, microscopy and biological molecules

Term 2

Human physiology and body systems

Term 3

Genetics, inheritance and reproduction

Term 4

Ecology, environmental biology and final assessment

 

Assessment

• Practical work and lab reports: 20%

• Quizzes and topic tests: 20%

• Assignments and research tasks: 20%

• End-of-year internal examination: 40%

 

Economics — Grade 10

This module introduces students to fundamental economic concepts and their application to individuals, businesses and societies. Students will study scarcity, choice, demand and supply, markets, firms, government intervention and basic macroeconomic issues.

The module develops analytical thinking and helps students understand how economic decisions affect consumers, producers and wider society.

 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Explain basic economic concepts such as scarcity, choice and opportunity cost.

• Understand demand, supply and market equilibrium.

• Analyse the role of firms, consumers and government in markets.

• Understand basic macroeconomic indicators and policy aims.

• Apply economic reasoning to real-world issues.

 

Indicative Content

Term

Topics

Term 1

Introduction to economics, scarcity, choice and opportunity cost

Term 2

Demand, supply, markets and price determination

Term 3

Firms, costs, revenue, competition and government intervention

Term 4

Macroeconomic objectives, current issues and final assessment

 

Assessment

• Class participation and economic discussions: 20%

• Case study tasks and assignments: 20%

• Quizzes and topic tests: 20%

• End-of-year internal examination: 40%

 

Computer Science — Grade 10

This module introduces students to the principles of computer science, computational thinking, programming and digital systems. Students will learn how computers process information, how algorithms are designed and how basic programs are developed.

The module develops problem-solving, logical reasoning and practical digital skills needed for further study in technology-related fields.

 

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, students will be able to:

• Understand basic computer systems, hardware and software.

• Apply computational thinking to solve problems.

• Design algorithms using flowcharts and pseudocode.

• Write and test simple programs.

• Understand data representation, networks and basic cybersecurity concepts.

 

Indicative Content

Term

Topics

Term 1

Computer systems, hardware, software and data representation

Term 2

Algorithms, flowcharts, pseudocode and problem-solving

Term 3

Programming fundamentals and debugging

Term 4

Networks, cybersecurity, project work and final assessment

 

Assessment

• Practical programming tasks: 30%

• Quizzes and topic tests: 20%

• Project work: 20%

• End-of-year internal examination: 30%