Application Procedure

Find out how to apply to National Junior College's Music Programme through DSA or JAE, and what criteria you need to meet.

Last updated 13 May 2026

Application Procedure

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Students may apply to enter National Junior College via Direct School Admission (DSA) or Joint Application Exercise (JAE) through the NJC Music Programme.

Direct School Admission (DSA) to JC Programme for Sec 4 students

The Direct School Admission (DSA) allows students with special talents and achievements to apply to our College directly. The DSA Exercise usually takes place in May. Students who are successful will be guaranteed a place, provided they meet the eligibility criteria for admission into NJC based on their GCE O Level results. Students admitted under DSA will not take part in the JAE in 2013. Students may apply through the Music Excellence Category (MuE), as long as they fulfill the criteria below:

Excellence in Music, and offers Music as an ‘O’ Level subject
Good secondary school academic track records
Must offer H2 Music at ‘A’ Level upon entrance to NJC

Students may also appeal through the Music Excellence Category during the Joint Admission Exercise (JAE).

For more information, please refer to the page on ‘Admission to NJC’ on the school website here