DSA process
Find out how to apply for Northland Secondary School's DSA programme in sports like Basketball, Floorball, Hockey, Netball, and Wushu, and check the key dates for 2026.
DSA APPLICATION PROCESS, SELECTION PROCESS AND SCHEDULE
DSA Selection Criteria
We are looking for students who:
● Play Basketball (Boys only), Floorball, Hockey, Netball (Girls Only) or Wushu competitively, or who possess the athleticism associated with these sports.
● Display a strong interest and aptitude for their sport of choice.
● Are committed to giving their best effort in academics and sports.
Applicants who do not have prior experience may also apply. The school will assess applicants based on the selection criteria, which may include assessing the potential of the applicants.
Please note that meeting the criteria does not guarantee the student will be shortlisted/given an offer.
DSA Application Process
Application for DSA-Sec can be submitted through the online DSA-Sec Portal. The application is free-of-charge and will be open from 6 May 2026, 11am – 2 Jun 2026, 4.30pm For more details, please refer to MOE website – www.moe.gov.sg/dsa-sec (opens in new tab).
● Mainstream primary schools applicants: Parent may log in directly to DSA-Sec Portal at https://go.gov.sg/dsa-sec-application (opens in new tab).
● Non-Mainstream primary schools applicants : Refer to MOE website at: https://go.gov.sg/nmsdsa-sec-application (opens in new tab).
Important Considerations
Parents and students are encouraged to choose schools wisely based on the student’s aptitudes and strengths, bearing in mind the schools’ academic and non-academic requirements, and the programmes available to develop the area of talent.
Students who are successfully admitted to the school via DSA are expected to honour their commitment to the school, and participate in the activities related to the talent they are selected for from Sec 1-4.
Applicants who do not have prior experience may also apply. The school will assess applicants based on the selection criteria, which may include assessing the potential of the applicants.
Please note that meeting the criteria does not guarantee the student will be shortlisted/given an offer.
DSA Schedule
Northland’s DSA Schedule is as follows:
Contact Us
Feel free to contact us for more information:
Mr Brian Lui / Mr Shaifulizzam / Ms Zuraida Murni
Northland Secondary School
3 Yishun Street 22, Singapore 768578
Tel: 62576781