ITE Means It's The End? | ZULA ChickChats | EP 94
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- In this episode of ZULA ChickChats, we invited 3 guests to debunk common stereotypes that people might have of those studying in an ITE. Are ITE students all gangsters? Does ITE really synonymous with "It's The End?"
Here are the timestamps of the topics covered during the episode:
02:10 Types of people in an ITE
03:27 Experience studying in an ITE
07:53 Interesting stories
08:54 Question & answer
11:58 Job prospects
12:53 Advice for ITE students
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Here are the timestamps of the topics covered during the episode:
02:10 Types of people in an ITE
03:27 Experience studying in an ITE
07:53 Interesting stories
08:54 Question & answer
11:58 Job prospects
12:53 Advice for ITE students
Yea. Its the end. The end of a vicious cycle for me... I was ITE college central then went on to SP and then NUS. ITE gave me a chance when nobody would.
Lai Shan
Quick question. Is it possible for a nitec student to go poly after two years? Because i plan to go to poly after nitec.
llusium yes for Nitec I believe it’s GPA 3 and above. For higher Nitec it’s 2 and above. However, if you are from some kind of engineering course or whatever course that requires math.. The math taught in Ite is not enough. It will kill most student outright. Do take your time to get acquainted with math in general.
Lai Shan
hmm...What about other courses like video production?
@@conqueriings3419I not sure as I was not from that course. But, from what I've heard its quite manageable.
Same, but i opt for NTU as well. Personally enjoy ITE life
Personally, I've been through ITE and I would like to say that it is definitely not the end, going through that extra 2-4 years (or a longer route) as compared to my peers (at my age) taught me some really valuable lessons. The teachers in ITE are really passionate and helpful to ensure that you understand what they are teaching and the friendships you made there are really awesome as well. In gist, I would like to say that, doesn't mean you end up in ITE, means people will despise you or that whatever you are studying is useless, but instead you're receiving more practical and hands-on experiences that you will not get elsewhere. So it is definitely not a waste of time.
Thanks to the wonderful teachers and peers I've met throughout my ITE life, I'm proud to say that I did not just graduate from ITE College East but from Temasek Polytechnic as well, and now I am currently pursuing my studies in SMU. Things are definitely tougher for us as we progress because, to be very honest, I am not the most intellectual person out there, which is probably why I had to go ITE and things are really competitive when peers around me consist of people from Poly and JC and then you have me, the dumber one which can be demoralizing at times but well, life is never easy.
However, I feel that in the end, you have to know what you want in life and that way, you will do good anywhere regardless of whatever you chose :) Eventually, it boils down to each individual on whether they have the drive to pursue whatever they like in life or not.
Ps: I think I am not the only person in Singapore that had to go through a longer route, how about ZULA making an episode for people like us(?) #justsaying
John Smith I think it was random? some couples just prefer to show affections through actions in school? but i’m not very certain either
Edwyn Koh I also went through a longer route like you! I’m not academically inclined but that doesn’t mean we can’t do well in life. Agree that Zula should make an episode for people like us. 🙋🏻♀️
yeah well said
The guy in the hat speaks wisdom
omg yessss i agree with “their certs dont speak for them, let their results speak for them.” i have some friends who were from ITE, and they are the most hardworking people i know. some are now studying in local unis or pursuing their dream jobs!!
True you can NUS or any local uni scholars but in the end the attitude and skills is still sucks which brings it to a pointless!
Thanks, Zula team for deciding to do this topic as I myself is an ITE student who will be graduating soon. Looking back, I don't regret ITE as it taught me a whole lot of stuff especially skills that I can't learn anywhere else probably.
F U
I like this group, they answer the questions without going overboard... calm, even when they joke. I don’t need to lower the volume every second because of random screams and crazy over-sharing.They’re cool.
Thank you ZULA for shedding light on such a topic! I was from NT and had to go through ITE after I finished up my N levels, went through the longer route, Nitec in Finance Services, then to Higher Nitec in Banking Services and it took me a total of 3 years to complete both courses. Honestly, ITE was a period of self-discovery for me as i had more time to realise what I was and wasn't good in. Yes, it might've been a lot longer then my peers but I feel like I wouldn't have been able to get extra experiences if I didn't go there. I had really amazing teachers in my course that really helped me and were super passionate! ITE is a place where you can have hands-on experiences! I just graduated from Ngee Ann Polytechnic and just got accepted into SUSS' July intake! ITE is never the end, but a place for self-discovery and for you get extra experiences!
Very glad that the Zula Team chose a topic on ITE. Passing only 4 subjects for my Os, Higher Nitec was the only choice, and I went to Event Management (back then the campus was at Bishan, spent only about a year at the new College Central campus). The lecturers were AMAZING, they taught with a passion and believed in their students whole heartedly. From my experience, the EVM (event management) students were pretty competitive in their studies and projects. Close to 90% of my classmates went on to poly, and we're talking about getting into 10 pointer-sort of diploma courses in poly. I think I graduated in 2013....I can't remember, but I went to study Hospitality & Tourism Management at Temasek Polytechnic, and now I'm a final year student at SIT. I would say the best times after secondary school was my ITE days, everyone was just so friendly, chill and no judgements at all. Lecturers would always be there to guide you and bring out the best in you. I could still remember my lecturer dashing out of the classroom to pull a girl from committing suicide, just as my classmate stood up to shout "CHER THE GIRL OUTSIDE WANT TO JUMP DOWN". Also saw the parang scene at College Central...but you know what, shit happens everywhere.
Looking forward to becoming a lecturer at ITE in the future :) !
What does parang mean? Thanks
I met many friends from ITE at work and honestly, they’re all so nice. One of them mentioned that he used to be really rowdy and basically one of those “gangsters” back in his ITE days, but he has matured and I really respect him as a senior at work. And I agree, don’t judge people based on just their certification (I mean it is needed to a certain level), also look at their experiences and their personality. Give them that chance:-)
I am super thankful for this video because it is really rare for like videos about ITE and NT. I think personally , i was a NT student and just recently graduated from ITE as well , many people in NT and ITE have really genuine hearts. I personally dreaded NT and ITE when i had to end up in those places and i know people would bombard me saying like i could have work harder but i think Primary school , i really did not put effort till PSLE year only but that is because i just wanted to have fun and enjoy. I did work extremely hard for N levels and got a good score for N levels however i could not get the course i want due to medical conditions and i was not aware that if i put my ITE choices of it being interview based courses , i would only get my first interview and it would go straight to a non interview course so NOTE FOR STUDENTS GOING ITE ( for your choices , if you choose a interview course as your first choice , make sure your next does not need a interview. ) I did learn a lot things from my course although it is something i would not do and do not have passion for but do choose a course you have passion for they said in the video as well! ITE has many hardworking,genuine and really fun outgoing people that i do not regret making friends with at all. The CCAs and many school events really does give you opportunities as well like participating in NDP. I don't regret being part of ITE and being from NT at all because i have learnt and grown so much :-) Thank u for this video!
I hate the awful stares that I get or when relatives ask where I am studying whenever I say I’m from ITE. Till this day I never regret my choice to go ITE despite my N level results. It’s never the end when one goes to ITE. There are many success stories come out under the ITE umbrella, some went on to be bosses of their own company and making a fortune with their own capabilities and sheer hard work. Nobody should play down people who go to ITE to study. Good video by the Zula team for highlighting ITE. 🤙🏼💯
I always look forward to whenever ZULA chickchats is out!😍
I would like to hear from those who went to ITE, and later went into to Uni. The underdog story. That will be nice.
ITE made me the ambitious student I am today. I was lacking so much in skills and have a lot of low grades, but it invoked a spark in me that I started working hard to land in NYP and have good grades. Love ITE so much honestly. I miss ITE so much as well. Teachers, lessons and basically everything about ITE is good for me.
i really glad this video is out. thanks for speaking out for all ite people who worked hard.
i was in NT and then ite. it wasn't easy for me as my cousins and siblings went express and NA then poly. at first i was really giving myself a hard time by comparing myself but this is the best thing that happened to me. i took my time and now i at where the jc and poly students are just that they have slightly higher pay.
to ite students or students who are planning to go ite, don't be scared and don't beat yourself up. you can go part time diplomas and degrees. the options and choices are endless. you are where you need to be now.
Honestly, my life in ITE was my best years.
You prefer secondary school or ITE? I'm currently ITECC student, keep reminiscing secondary life
@@user-oh6wb5rj2q I prefer ITE :')
Admire their spirit:)
Inspired to push on through my own struggles
I like how engaging Izat was throughout the interview (: #positivevibe
Doris Chong THANK YOU VERY MUCH DORIS! 💜
I am an ITE alumni too as studied at ITE College Central for 4 years while going to pursuade my uni and work with high salary! It's Towards Excellent!
Love this! I came from ITE and now currently in polytechnic. I would say coming to my third year in poly now I prefer ITE more!!! And for me, I had no choice as well but I enjoyed it so much from the modules to the lecturers, they are all great!
Mind sharing the "prefer ITE more'?
I would say many people I talked to who went ITE they never regretted it. I went to ITE after my N levels didn't want to do my O levels. After making that decision it was something I'm proud to say I'm glad I did it.
I would say I prefer ITE more because of the culture and the friends u make. The lecturer and students are way different from poly. While I feel polytechnic people sometimes they just wan use you due to the background what I have learnt in ITE and they want gain the upper hand. As I continue IT in polytechnic also.
Rui Hao烎壡嗥 I guess it wasn’t super competitive than poly
Timing damm on point ite result just came out today
I did not went through ITE but the majority of my friends did. They are all now in poly and are graduating, applying for local universities. ITE is never the end and it is just an alternative pathway/ slightly longer pathway to get where you want to. It is just sad that people especially those who are still in Secondary School has that misconception about ITE (including myself in the past tbh.)
Honestly speaking.. Yes, spending two years might seem to be wasting time BUT.. I have been through that and I have learnt a lot from ITE itself. The hands on, presentation, internship really does help everyone in ITE to gain more exposure in the working life and at the same time preparing ourselves when we are heading to poly. Also, the friendships you get in there are something which you can't get honestly :) I had my fun times there tgt with my classmates and workmates and also my lecturers'. ITE doesn't mean "It's the end" like those 3 person who had been interviewed, it just take a longer route. & I am proud to say I am a graduate from ITE and now in my year 3 in Poly :) It doesn't matter where you studied and all as long you tried your best and just pursue your dreams, trust me you will get there eventually:))
There’s no age limit to learning, I don’t think spending 2-4 years more in ITE is a waste of time. You’re actually spending those years building up your portfolio, and gaining more learning experience.
ITE and Poly is the same - in the way that there’s theory, there’s practical, there’s projects, there’s internship etc.. what’s different is that ITE’s lecturers are more understanding and helpful, they provide guidance throughout your entire project, like checking your progress, see which one needs further improvement and more. While Poly, you have to rely on yourself or your team members and ask only if you are unsure then the lecturer will help you, or else they usually let you do your own thing.
ITE is only regarded as “it’s the end” because of some “kids” whom you see in the news, like the one wielding a parang or whatever. Or else generally, in my 4 years in ITE, majority of the people whom I met are hardworking and fun. Even if you’re from NT, NA, or Express - Learning in ITE is a fresh new start. You may have a brain for theory, or have the skills for hands on. ITE is the perfect place to see which one you’re good at. If you’re bad at theory, so be it. Practical helps you. Vice versa. I have seen students from NT faring better than the other streams, I have seen a top scorer coming from NA, I have seen NT, NA, Express getting different kind of certificates. In ITE, no one will be judging you.
It’s fine if you don’t do well in Secondary. ITE is a brand new start, as long as you are willing, you can definitely fare well. It’s never too late.
I needed this thank you so much
Im in Year 2 now. Im kinda stressing out at what I want. I dont know what I want to chase after. My interests kept changing which shows that I dont have a fixed interest to pursue. I used to have one till I got rejected from the course multiple times. Trying to stick to the route Im in at least for now. Otherwise, what Ive learnt would be gone to waste but yeah. Hopefully in the coming few months where I will begin my internship, it will provide me with more insights and assist me in knowing what I actually want.
Love Leah's outfit here :)
Finally an ITE video
ITE isn't that bad, went to higher nitec in college west after sec 4na and make good friends where we still keep in contact with which 2 of them is now in the same poly n course as me I feel very fortunate to be able to do internship after my 1 and a half year of module to let me get to know more about the industry and get to know my interest more. Didn't regret going to ITE as I feel it makes me grow a lot
ITE courses teaches you to understand the basics and fundamental core in order to achieve higher tertiary schools be it dip or degree on any majors.It’s the best time of my life compare to poly days
I'm from ITE, went NS, went to Poly... Now I'm in an Autonomous University. If I could change my past, I wouldn't! Looking back.. ITE was my most memorable experience
That's awesome! Great job!
Why not poly then NS? thanks
coz I don't want to b too old coming into NS, it also made me evaluate how serious do I really want to further my studies VS should I start a full time job
did it feel weird to be old in poly?
finally a relatable one
TBH im so thankful i went to ITE first THEN further my studies elsewhere because ITE really makes you grow up in a way
Could you elaborate in the "make you grow" ? Thanks (I'm from ITECC btw)
@@user-oh6wb5rj2q HAHA i was too! it helpss you grow like , literally grow up because i feel when you go from sec sch to maybe poly for eg. its a very fast pace all of a sudden for a 17 year old . ITE is definitely a little slower in pace which is a really good thing ! and once you head to poly or where ever afterwards everything gets much easier and you would have been used to the gradual increasing workload! ^w^
ITE stands for Institute of Technical Education not Institute of Technology it’s misconception like these that make ppl think SIT is ITE smh
On another note, poly n ite have more similarities than differences yet they r looked upon so differently... shouldn’t ite decrease their intakes n poly to increase their intakes?
@@valerielee2642and going to ITE actually allows you to have more experience.
DenZel Zhi Xuan going to poly allows u to have more experience too (as compared to jc). When u mean more, what are u comparing to?
And what do you mean by “more” experience? What is the “more”?
I went to SIT and dropped out within a month as a engineering student. Whoever says SIT is easy, you don’t know anything at all.
ART SCHOOLS like nafa and lasalle pls
Should talk about the IB course/diploma since there aren’t many videos about it sadly :(
I did the IB dip in 2008. what do you want to know?
I myself am from ITE and i’m studying in POLY now !
ITS NOT THE END!! hahah it’s rlly your mindset, i wish i was in this chickchat , i wish to share so much more
You should share your experiences, tips on how you went to poly right after? You cld dm me on ig: @nich.olvx wld love to know! As i'm a Y1 student.
Me too!!
shoutout to the DAVP students!
In ITE, the emphasis is much more on the practical skills that are relevant to the industry. In my experience, the practical labs and facilities at ITE are truly world-class. What I saw at the biotechnology labs at ITE East really blows every other polytechnic out there out of the water. All the skills that ITE teaches transfer really well to the working world, at least for biotechnology anyway. Also, I'd like to say that perpetuating the 'it's the end' stereotype is kind of counter-intuitive if the intention of this video is dispel some of the misconceptions about ITE.
this is very interesting and just deny every stereotype
I love this series! Now i won't be so scared if i end up ITE
i mean they're not saying that you should not work hard but they're saying that ITE is not the end of the road
HKNM yea I know I’m just saying that if i end up in ITE I won’t be worried
Please don't have this mindset.
@@cannon0414 i dont mean anything bad; ofc 'll do my best for o levels
ITE not as bad as u think! I from thr and my salary is similar with poly paycheck. Depends on which field u gg for. So don’t worry so much. All the best for your O’s lvl!!
i graduated from ITE college west studying service manager under biz, and I’m in Mass Comm @ NP rn!! Hopefully i can pursue my studies in future.😊
ite or poly doesn't matter where you go. i was in ite and having cca session , i was shocked that another student told me she/he suppose to go JC or poly but they insist want to go ite because they want to learn new things with hands . we feel all same and explore whole world. failure never stop us from what we trying to do. when you out of school, you will find very different when you get your own job and start earning for your own good future. Just empty your mind and just do it whats your goal for. ;)
Wow , from DAVP TOO!
Yuan Visualz AYYYYYY
*discussing whether ITE really means 'It's The End'
@9:33
Izat: it means "Institute of Technology" 🤦🏻♀️
Deyyy, still wrong lah bruh. 😂🙅🏻♀️🤪
Jess0t0ng Yo!! MY BAADDDDD~ 🤣👅
I don’t mind going to ite if 3 of them are my classmates! LOL
@6:00 we all need that type of Lecturers in every school 👍👏🙆♀️
Can you guys do an episode for private institutions? Like Kaplan MDIS etc. Plsssss
omg i was there when the knife thing happened HAHAH
Can I just I am from the last batch from digital audio and video production here HAHAHHAHA
I personally feel that the impression towards ITE has improved significantly as compared to the past, maybe because there are a-lot of success stories coming from ITE alumini in the recent years. ITE= IT’S THE END of your journey here but START OF SOMETHING NEW. 😊
Is there an Episode discussing whether a poly diploma is enough for securing a job or is it necessary to go uni? Would love to know more about fitness courses :D
Securing a job with a poly diploma is no problem. You get a very average pay (1.8-2.2k) & you do all the jobs that people don’t want to (more junior level) and it’s very hard for promotions. Well at least that’s from my experience. That’s why I went to Uni
Sher Lim Aw man :(
Well I'm from Biz Admin but unable to get an Admin job coz none wanna hire me as they said " You got no Admin experience", NO SHIT.
CT J u should apply for internships first.
@@Venicevoo Did not think of that at that moment. All is well though, I got to be a preschool teacher 😊
I went from ITE, Poly then Uni. It was tough, but it's not the end. I am so hoping that I can share my story on their channel
i think its good to point out also that alot of ite students have very good personal values as well. if u talk to alot of us, most are working part time jobs (some even 2-3) while studying full time and balancing family issues at home as well. obviously im not in poly yet so i cant compare but from my experience, alot of ppl like this. :)
its because of the circumstances that we are in that we end up having these values which was why i pointed out everything. the media doesnt exactly give us good coverage either bc all u see are the ppl w parangs etc. ud be surprised by how many success stories that came out of ite.
My experience in ITE BISHAN for 2years taking up product design were the best...
If anyone wants to said ITE is the end.. i personally says NO.. Its the experience in life if i personally put it
meet alot i mean ALOT of GANGSTER EX CON who just came out of bous home which then will be the expensive exclusive inside view of their tales to tell you.. trust me not all who re bad re forever bad...
ITE IS THE BEST WAY TO LEARN LISTEN AND ENJOY
that girl representing ITE Central is just lol
Wew honour to be in college west automotive technology first batch to experience the merger of light and heavy vehicle.
The dude with the hat is cool
After ITE, go NS then poly?
Poly then NS?
Poly then NS
The hat guy's voice, omg
"the old one" lololol
ksksksksksksksksksksksks
All those legit cmi ite kids always say dun make fun of ite ppl ite not the end for them then later all insta stry or tik tok go clubbing go smoking LOL
ok
Yeah I'm from ITE CC
YAYY
I know where
Wait, are they from TSL? 🧐
anxietyrush leah is from tsl
ite is just another tertiary institute ..... me being a current ite student dont see y people would say “its the end” ...... it honestly people and their mindsets
I'm sec 3 can someone tell me does ite start school same timing as secondary school
Idk if you still need it now but from what I know it'll start on 10 Jan next year 😊
@@commentingaccount7132 Thanks for replying but im asking about the time of the school day as in like does it start at 7:30am?
No la earliest 8am
im sure i had the same lecturer HAHAHHAHAHAH AS KAI
There are many paths in life, ite is just one of the many. Some do well in the beginning, slack off mid way. Some vice versa. Some did superb in the Uni. But not too well in working life. Life is a ultramarathon. U will fall, stand up and do well again. Or u burn out halfway. Or.... everyone is different, run your own race. Don’t compare. It’s just unnecessary and stupid.
OMG IM FROM DAVP TOO AND I'M THE FINAL BATCH AHHHH SCREAMING
I miss my ite days sch was much more fun.
How about secondary school? I miss Secondary school (lol sorry if I sound gae)
@@user-oh6wb5rj2q nah sec sch isn't that good experience for me. I'm myself an ITE student and prefer ITE.
yah the engineering one always talk about girls one...if not talk about bikini
Why are the ITE graduates self-consoling themselves
2 years wasting 2 year school fees yea
Why the girl in the centre talking about being cat called nobody likes pigs
Dude. What are you talking about? She looks fine..I think the problem is you.
It's been 1 year already, I sincerely hope you grow some basic decency.
So many like, words like, this and it’s like, so annoying.