Mulling over S/U options.

NTU seriously needs to do something about this S/U option.
Like now.
What's the point of having this option BEFORE one's exams?
As much as those up there would like to believe that we are able gauge how well can do in a certain module, the simple truth is, we don't have crystal balls that illuminate to us our final grades.
And gut feeling about the subject? We are homo sapiens and we do not act only on instincts.
Why can't we follow NUS's policy and allow students to S/U after the results are out?
Once a subject is S/Ued before the exam, the motivation to study for it decreases greatly.
The most we will do is attempt to pass. Now, this is perfectly OK for those who truly hate the module they are taking and who want nothing much to do with it. But what about for those who actually like the modules they're taking but are unsure of how well they can do in it? This lack of foresight should not be a factor in causing frustration. Because if you like a subject, you'll want to do well in it.
Now if they allow S/U option after the exam results are announced, I won't have to S/U a subject I like and could have done well in. What if I S/U the wrong elective? What if the S/Ued elective's exam was easier than the ones I didn't S/U?
I don't like basing such important decision that involves the ever important GPA on uncertainties and mere gut feeling.
GAH.
The Office of Academic Services sure is taking a long time to review this policy.
Sigh.
I'll go study my Econs now because I have seriously NO idea how I will fare.
*headache*

203 tomorrow morning. I am oh-so-tempted to skip. The business of journalism and Monday blues do not go together.

Need Caffeine.