JMSS 2014 Testing Talk!

[rosalie.brown]

Hello everyone!

This is my first post on ATARNotes, so I am quite new at this. Apologies if I make any mistakes.

HermioneGranger29, just to answer your question, like what Hannibal said, it does depend on what sort of subjects you are more inclined to. If you are aware that you are proficient in mathematics and/or science, then perhaps these tests will be easier for you as opposed to Mac.Rob/MHS.

I wish you the best of luck in sitting these selective-entry tests.

[HermioneGranger29]

ok
That makes the test sound not that bad.
 
MacRob was my first big test and seeing 3000 people got me nervous
and theres probs around 1100 at the jmss.
I'm gonna study soooooo much

[Hannibal]

ok
That makes the test sound not that bad.
 
MacRob was my first big test and seeing 3000 people got me nervous
and theres probs around 1100 at the jmss.
I'm gonna study soooooo much

How much is studying sooo much? Haha
Please don't reply with 5-6 hours... 

[Hannibal]

Hello everyone!

This is my first post on ATARNotes, so I am quite new at this. Apologies if I make any mistakes.

HermioneGranger29, just to answer your question, like what Hannibal said, it does depend on what sort of subjects you are more inclined to. If you are aware that you are proficient in mathematics and/or science, then perhaps these tests will be easier for you as opposed to Mac.Rob/MHS.

I wish you the best of luck in sitting these selective-entry tests.

Welcome to the forums Rosalie
Are you trying for JMSS 2015 as well? Finally a few Grade 9's coming out of lurking haha.

[rosalie.brown]

Thank-you Hannibal,  . I am not sure just yet, still considering applying. How else do you plan on preparing for the exams?

Yes, I agree - glad to see that Year 9's are finally starting to contribute to these forums,  .

[Hannibal]

Thank-you Hannibal,  . I am not sure just yet, still considering applying. How else do you plan on preparing for the exams?

Yes, I agree - glad to see that Year 9's are finally starting to contribute to these forums,  .

You should definitely at least give it a go, apparently everyone is really keen to learn... A lot different to my school haha. My Preparation:

- Year 8 Science Quest revision & a few questions
- Year 9 Science Quest all questions, reviews and test
- Year 10 Science Quest light reading at night (Just in case one of the topics come up)
- 4 maths & 4 science ICAS tests on the weekend
- JAC selective class program (Extremely difficult, not a single >70% mark)
- Khan Academy light watching
- JAC extra revision material
- Year 9 Maths Essential most questions, reviews and test (Help from tutor)

Sooo... I'm looking at >2 hours of work a day  . If I get in I'm sure it will all be worth it - LOL. But yeah, if you want to go into Science/Engineering definitely go for it .

[rosalie.brown]

 , I understand your perspective - as I previously mentioned, I am considering applying.

It sounds as if you have a fantastic plan for yourself. As I posted earlier to HermioneGranger29, I wish you the best of luck in sitting for the exam.

Out of curiosity - what sort of career would you pursue in Science/Engineering if the opportunity was given to you? 

[Hannibal]

, I understand your perspective - as I previously mentioned, I am considering applying.

It sounds as if you have a fantastic plan for yourself. As I posted earlier to HermioneGranger29, I wish you the best of luck in sitting for the exam.

Out of curiosity - what sort of career would you pursue in Science/Engineering if the opportunity was given to you? 

I would like to say Civil or Electrical Engineering, but I am sure my opinion will change in the future.
How about yourself?

[rosalie.brown]

Sounds interesting,  . As for myself, preferably biomedical engineering or electrical engineering. Although, I am keeping my options open and may consider something completely different.

Also out of curiosity - why did you choose to apply for JMSS (other than the fact that it caters for your interests)?

[Hannibal]

Sounds interesting,  . As for myself, preferably biomedical engineering or electrical engineering. Although, I am keeping my options open and may consider something completely different.

Also out of curiosity - why did you choose to apply for JMSS (other than the fact that it caters for your interests)?

Biomedical engineering, interesting . My current school is brilliant, and will continue to be so if I don't get into JMSS however my cohort lack interest in learning. The class average is probably a C and I don't feel like I am pushed enough.

Melbourne High was a no no, a cousin of mine went there and found there to be a lot of selfish, arrogant folks. JMSS looks a lot more promising though haha, and I've talked to a few people that go to school there and they find the cohort to be a lot less arrogant. And as a plus, it's fairly nearby to me, a public school (Compared to private school...  ), and you are able to do 2 3&4 subjects in Year 11 (If you sustain decent marks). And of course it specialises in Science and Maths, which is awesome as that is most likely where my future lies, and also the fields in which most of my VCE subjects will be in.

And as a side note - love your writing haha, you seem literate .

[rosalie.brown]

Biomedical engineering has always appealed to me - it has the potential to improve a human's quality of life. 

Having a school nearby is always an advantage, I suppose. I think JMSS offers fantastic opportunities in numerous fields such as astrophysics and enhanced mathematics which may not be as common in other schools.

Although, EBSS does seem promising. Would you apply there in Year 11 and 12 if, say, you didn't secure a place at JMSS?

Why thank-you - as do you! 

[Hannibal]

Biomedical engineering has always appealed to me - it has the potential to improve a human's quality of life. 

Having a school nearby is always an advantage, I suppose. I think JMSS offers fantastic opportunities in numerous fields such as astrophysics and enhanced mathematics which may not be as common in other schools.

Although, EBBS does seem promising. Would you apply there in Year 11 and 12 if, say, you didn't secure a place at JMSS?

Why thank-you - as do you! 

Well... Nearby as in a 20 minute drive and an hour with public transport (Because of no direct route between Blackburn and Clayton - Sucks a lot <_>). I personally prefer Maths > Sciences purely due to my interests, and there seems to be a few Maths/Physics electives.

EBSS is interesting, I need to look into it a bit more. If I don't get into JMSS I may try for it the next year, but again I need to do a bit more research haha . It seems it is not as popular as JMSS or as resourceful, but it may simply be underrated. How about yourself?

Not nearly as good as you haha. Fortunately JMSS doesn't have a Reading Comprehension test, I do horrid in those  .

[pi]

Melbourne High was a no no, a cousin of mine went there and found there to be a lot of selfish, arrogant folks.

I'm hoping you had many other reasons other than a single anecdote, because if not then that's a big wasted opportunity.

Well... Nearby as in a 20 minute drive and an hour with public transport (Because of no direct route between Blackburn and Clayton - Sucks a lot <_>)

There is a direct 703 bus from Blackburn Station to Monash Clayton, takes ~30-35mins? Source: I take it everyday on my way to hospital.

[Hannibal]

I'm hoping you had many other reasons other than a single anecdote, because if not then that's a big wasted opportunity.


There is a direct 703 bus from Blackburn Station to Monash Clayton, takes ~30-35mins? Source: I take it everyday on my way to hospital.

Mmm, I do regret it from time to time. Although I never really took fancy to MH - Went to the campus and everything, didn't feel right. Could be a mistake... But oh well. Yeah, I only looked at trains from Blackburn to Richmond, then another line to Clayton. Buses would appear to be quicker .

[rosalie.brown]

I agree with you - I do prefer Mathematics over Science.

Have a look at the link below, this website (takes you to UHS) informs you about EBSS:

http://www.unihigh.vic.edu.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=115&Itemid=154 (copied from pi's forum - thank you for sharing the link!)

I am not sure as to whether I should apply. As I previously mentioned, I may change my mind in the near future.

Lastly, out of curiosity - why do you believe that you would perform horribly in a Reading Comprehension test?