Singapore · MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Secondary 4 CCE
This course examines the foundations of Singaporean democracy and the ethical dilemmas of modern citizenship. Students analyze the tension between individual rights and collective stability while developing the reasoning skills needed for active participation in a globalized city state.
Foundations of Governance
Explores the structural mechanics of the Singapore government and the principles of the separation of powers.
An analysis of the Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary branches and how they maintain institutional integrity.
Examining the roles of Members of Parliament and the significance of the electoral process.
Investigating the principle that all citizens and the state are subject to the law.
Rights, Responsibilities, and the Law
Focuses on the legal framework governing citizenship and the ethical obligations of individuals to the state.
Balancing individual freedoms with the need for national security and social harmony.
Understanding the criminal justice system and the philosophy of restorative versus retributive justice.
Identifying the ways citizens can contribute to policy making beyond the ballot box.
The Legislative Process and Policy
A deep dive into how laws are drafted, debated, and enacted in the Singapore Parliament.
Tracing the path of legislation from the first reading to presidential assent.
Analyzing how the government decides to spend the national budget across different sectors.
The art of persuasion and the importance of constructive dissent in the chamber.
Justice, Ethics, and Emerging Issues
Applying ethical frameworks to modern challenges such as technology, inequality, and the environment.
Exploring the tension between data-driven governance and individual privacy rights.
Evaluating the ethical responsibility of the state toward future generations regarding climate change.
Investigating the mechanisms that support or hinder meritocracy in Singapore.
Global Citizenship and International Relations
Positioning Singapore within the global community and understanding the ethics of foreign policy.
Analyzing how small nations maintain sovereignty and influence in a world dominated by superpowers.
Discussing the obligations of developed nations toward global crises and refugees.
Understanding the benefits and risks of being a global hub in an interconnected economy.
Consensus and Conflict Resolution
Developing the deliberative skills required to navigate social disagreements and build national consensus.
Techniques for engaging in civil discourse on sensitive topics like race and religion.
Understanding that policy making often requires balancing competing valid interests.
Synthesizing course learnings to articulate a personal and collective vision for Singapore.