CAMBRIDGE GCE ADVANCED-LEVEL (A-LEVEL) - Student Guide 2020 - Sunway College
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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR Welcome to the Cambridge GCE A-Level Programme at available at Sunway Sunway College. Pre-University is an important crossroad, College. Experienced so choose well. A Sunway College A-Level qualification counsellors from our not only brings you a step closer to attaining your goals university placement but also opens up a world of possibilities. Here in the centre further support Sunway A-Level programme, we work with you to realise you in your university your goals. application journey. Our consistent track record and excellent results are testimony to what you will experience here. The Sunway In addition to an intellectually stimulating academic environment, we provide you with ample opportunities CAMBRIDGE GCE A-LEVEL College A-Level programme has been a Cambridge Fellowship Centre since 2005. This is in recognition to participate in extracurricular activities. In the Sunway College A-Level Programme, we encourage your holistic PROGRAMME of our excellent delivery system, consistent academic development. performance and attainment of Cambridge Top in the World awards. We are extremely proud of our students and their Sunway College has been preparing students since 1994 for the General Certificate of Education individual success stories. We are also very proud of what (GCE) Advanced-Level qualification through examinations set and assessed by the Cambridge Pursuing the Cambridge A-Level qualification will be they go on to achieve. I look forward to welcoming you to International Examinations. exciting and rewarding as you prepare for admission to the programme and to working with you to ensure you too universities worldwide, including top-tiered institutions. leave as successful individuals fully prepared for university Students before you have successfully entered premier and able to meet future challenges with confidence. Cambridge is the world’s largest provider of international educational qualifications with more than universities in the world like Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial, 1,100 examination centres across the globe. More than 50 such centres are currently operating in the London School of Economics, Harvard and MIT. Your Malaysia alone. Any centre which proves its worth through a superior delivery system that produces lecturers and academic mentors will guide you in your Ruth Cheah excellent results in the biannual examinations is accorded the status of a Fellowship Centre. Only academic work and advise you on how you can benefit from Director of Programme three centres in Malaysia have attained this elite status and Sunway is one of them! the wide range of learning facilities and support services Cambridge GCE A-Level The GCE A-Level qualification places emphasis on in-depth knowledge, deep understanding, strong reasoning abilities and critical thinking. It is arguably the most widely recognised pre-university qualification in the world, readily accepted as proof of superior academic ability for entry into world- class universities around the world. CAMBRIDGE ASSESSMENT INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION We are delighted to welcome you to the Cambridge accepted for entry into world class universities in countries UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIP CENTRE International A-Level programme at Sunway College and such as the UK, Germany, USA, Canada, Singapore and New congratulate you on deciding to pursue this qualification, Zealand. It is also accepted for tertiary studies in Malaysia, an international passport to success for university which means that through studying this qualification, you education and beyond. will develop essential skills that will prepare you for higher studies in Malaysia or anywhere in the world. Cambridge Assessment International Education is the The Fellowship Centre status awarded by Cambridge to our A-Level programme in 2005 is a clear world’s largest provider of international education Cambridge International A-Level, like all of our programmes recognition of our excellent delivery system and ensuing top-notch results on a world stage. We have programmes and qualifications for 5 to 19 year olds. and qualifications, helps Cambridge learners to be a consistent track record of outstanding academic performance and a string of international awards We are part of the University of Cambridge, one of the confident, responsible, innovative and engaged. We wish won by our students. world’s top universities and trusted for excellence in all Cambridge learners at Sunway College every success in education. Our qualifications are recognised by the their studies and hope this preparation will bring lifelong In June 2019 examination, 50.1% of our students achieved Straight A*/As. Our students have world’s universities and employers. success and a love of learning which will stay with you consistently topped the nation and the world, winning Outstanding Cambridge Leaner Awards in through school, university and beyond. Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Economics, Accounting, Cambridge International A-Level is an internationally Law, Thinking Skills and Literature in English. benchmarked qualification, which is taken in over 160 countries by over 175,000 students and widely recognised Cambridge Assessment by universities and employers around the world. It is International Education 02 03
INTERNATIONAL ADVANCED LEVEL AND ADVANCED SUBSIDIARY QUALIFICATIONS The Cambridge A-Level curriculum provides a firm bedrock of fundamental knowledge by guaranteeing comprehensive Pre-Business & Pre-Law coverage in the breadth and depth of each subject offered. Students are assessed on their mastery of subject matter, Choice of Subjects their application of knowledge and understanding to everyday scenarios and their ability to think critically in unfamiliar Accounting situations. In the Sciences, a fair part of the assessment involves the demonstration of laboratory-based skills. The A-Level subjects offered are: Economics Literature in English # • Accounting History # The programme of A-Level studies at Sunway involves a two-tiered structure of examinations leading to the award of a • Biology Law ## certificate. The staged assessment relieves the pressure associated with sitting for one set of final examination papers. • Chemistry Mathematics The AS (Advanced Subsidiary) examinations test fundamental skills while the A2 (Advanced Level) examinations are a • Economics Psychology more wide-ranging assessment. Our 1.5-year programme comprises three semesters, each about six months long, with • Literature in English # the AS examinations at the end of Semester 2 and the A2 examinations at the end of Semester 3. • Further Mathematics * * To be taken as a fourth subject in addition to Mathematics; • History # Further Mathematics is not offered in the March intake. • Law ## # History and Literature in English are not offered in the • Mathematics March Intake. Objectives and Learning Outcomes Academic Requirements • Physics ## Law is not offered in the September intake. • Psychology Students are given advice, counselling and guidance while The Cambridge International AS and A-Level develop learners’ Passed SPM, O-Level or equivalent with minimum five (5) preparing for university application. However, we strongly knowledge, understanding and skills in: credits including English (or a minimum IELTS score of 5.5). Students shall be required to choose no less than three encourage that students should also do their research on • In-depth subject content subjects and no more than four A-level subjects. Thinking any requirements that may change over time based on the Skills is offered up to AS Level only. An English (IELTS) class university’s standards or preferences. • Independent thinking Students who intend to take A-Level science subjects must • Applying knowledge and understanding to new as well as is offered in the first semester for the January and July have at least credits in the same SPM/O-Level pure science familiar situations intakes. For March and September intakes, English (IELTS) subjects; Combined Science does not provide a sufficient and Thinking Skill are offered in the second Semester. Assessments • Handling and evaluating different types of information foundation. sources The following is a guide to the most popular combinations The A-Level subject syllabi are divided into the AS Level, which • Thinking logically and presenting ordered and coherent Additional Mathematics is required for A-Level Mathematics students choose as pathways to various university courses. is the first half of the programme and forms the foundation arguments and Further Mathematics. Please note that these combinations are not compulsory of A-Level (A2), and the A2 Level, which is the second part • Making judgements, recommendations and decisions or absolute; for further information and/or advice, please of the syllabi and covers more challenging topics, with each • Presenting reasoned explanations, understanding consult a qualified member of staff. level contributing 50% towards the final A-Level grade. implications and communicating them clearly and logically • Working and communicating in English The examination papers at both the AS and A2 Levels are Pre-Medicine & Pre-Science set and marked by examiners from Cambridge Assessment International Education. Biology Chemistry Literature in English # Intakes & Examinations Mathematics Physics Psychology AS A-Level (A2) Intake Duration Examinations Examinations January 18 October/ May/ Pre-Engineering & Pre-Science 2020 months November 2020 June 2021 Chemistry March 15 October/ May/ Economics 2020 months November 2020 June 2021 Literature in English # July 18 May/ October/ Further Mathematics* 2020 months June 2021 November 2021 Mathematics September 21 October/ May/ Physics 2020 months November 2021 June 2022 04 05
ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND ACTIVITIES A-Level Student Council Coursework & Examinations Help and Support Student Attendance and (ALSCO) Punctuality Coursework and internal examinations prepare students Staff from the A-Level programme and the Student Services ALSCO comprises a team of committed, dedicated and for the final external examinations and, to a certain extent, Department offer assistance to students in the areas of There has been a strong correlation between consistent creative young people who are the leaders of the A-Level university itself. In accordance with internal programme academic and personal counselling. At the programme attendance and the results obtained by students. Failure student body. ALSCO serves as a platform for students to policy, it is mandatory that all students maintain a minimum level, each student is assigned an academic staff member as to meet the minimum requirement of 80%, not only affects organise activities, share ideas, participate in community of 80% attendance and record a minimum of a pass grade in mentor. the final outcome but students run the risk of being service work, and most importantly to develop leadership and the overall internal assessments to be permitted to register excluded from registering for the A Level Examination. The interpersonal skills. Members of ALSCO also learn to come for the external examinations. In addition, to be permitted to department takes strict measures to monitor attendance out of their comfort zone and achieve their full potential to register for the Advanced Level examinations students must and we will alert the Director of Programme and parents/ obtain at least a pass for each of their subjects at Advanced Mentor-Mentee System be leaders. ALSCO members become role models and set guardians if there is an issue regarding poor attendance. good examples for their coursemates. Examples of events Subsidiary Level. Punctuality is also viewed as important by the Department. ALSCO has organised include charity events to raise funds Each student in our A-Level programme is assigned an This stands to reason because it is not only disruptive to the for the less fortunate and needy, field trips, leadership and academic mentor who will provide pastoral care throughout to other course mates, but affects good class participation. teambuilding camps, and many social, cultural, sporting and the student’s studies. At the outset, this system fosters the Subject lecturers are given the prerogative either to allow Extracurricular Activities recreational activities. forging of a meaningful relationship between lecturer and or deny access to a student who is perpetually late. He/she student, and promotes the close monitoring of the student’s will be marked absent, unless they provide a letter from There are many extracurricular activities available to all overall progress. The system also identifies each mentor as a parents stating the reasons. students in the institution. These activities are usually held capable and ready resource person for counsel pertaining to Academic Counselling during the weekdays, but may occasionally be scheduled choice of career and placement in appropriate universities. over weekends and public holidays. Students are encouraged Mentors assist their mentees in their university applications, to participate in extracurricular activity as it provides a more including the writing of references and testimonials. On a Teaching Faculty If a student is found to be too far behind in the syllabus and unable to catch up due to lack of attitude/aptitude then wholesome development. It may also enhance a reference broader level, the mentor-mentee system helps guide the he/she will be counselled to drop a subject. If two or more or testimonial. overall social, emotional and mental development of the The academic staff of the A-Level Programme are highly lecturers agree he/she lacks the ability to cope, after the mid- student body. qualified, experienced and truly committed. With an semester report, he/she will be counselled and further action average of 20 years of teaching experience across the recommended accordingly. faculty, they are highly competent in the task of imparting Outstanding knowledge and understanding to their young charges. Cambridge Parents’ Day Learner Award Winners Parents’ Day is held to enable parents and guardians to meet with lecturers and discuss the academic and personal Fee Settlement and Refund development of each student. This will enable parents/ guardians and lecturers to work together to help students The Management reserves the right to exclude student from develop their full potential. attending classes and using campus facilities until the fees are settled. Any assessment or examination result(s), and academic transcripts shall be withheld if payment remains outstanding, and the students concerned will not be able to Progress Reports enrol in the subsequent semester or to graduate. Progress reports are evaluative reports provided to parents/ Enrolment and General fees are NOT refundable. The guardians. These reports are an important means of letting proportion of tuition fee refund, upon official withdrawal, parents know about the student’s progress. The programme is as shown below: regards parental involvement and home support as critical - 75% refund (by the 5th working day from the factors in helping students improve. commencement of semester) - 50% refund (by the 6-8th working day from the commencement of semester) - No refund (after the 8th working day from the commencement of semester 06 07
OUTSTANDING CAMBRIDGE LEARNER AWARD WINNERS 2019 TOP IN MALAYSIA 2018 TOP IN MALAYSIA 2017 TOP IN MALAYSIA 2016 TOP IN MALAYSIA Biology (A-Level) Economics (A-Level) Accounting (A-Level) Physics Physics (AS-Level) Biology (AS-Level) • Eng Zhe Heng • Ng Wan Xin • Siow Yu Fang (A-Level) • Yew Wei Chee • Loh Li Ling • Mok Siao Chi Biology (AS-Level) Literature in English Biology (A-Level) Psychology (A-Level) Chemistry (A-Level) • Melissa Yam Khai Jie (AS-Level) • Lee Pui Yee Physics • Wong Hei Yee • Brina Shong Wey-Tynn • Tan Vicky • Ng Jyn-Mun (AS-Level) Chemistry (A-Level) Economics (AS-Level) • Lau Sau Jee Chemistry (AS-Level) Physics (AS-Level) • Mok Siao Chi • Ang Yi Fang • Chua Shen Yik TOP IN THE WORLD • Sean Ng Xiang Peng • Tay Wei Yang Economics (AS-Level) • Loo Yi Ting Thinking Skills (AS-Level) • Ng Wan Xin Further Mathematics (A-Level) • Ghaneassha Nadarajan TOP IN THE WORLD • Chan Jun Kang • Lim Zi Heng TOP IN THE WORLD Biology (A-Level) • Eng Zhe Heng TOP IN THE WORLD • Eng Zhe Heng Mathematics (A-Level) • Eugene Tan Yi Xun Further Mathematics (A-Level) • Ho Jin Jonathan • Fatemeh Asgarian Accounting (AS-Level) • Lau Wei Jian Chemistry (AS-Level) • Tan Zarn Yao • Gan Li Lin Mathematics (AS-Level) • Low Kiing Seng • Lee Jian Hao • Lim Kent Shen • Jennese Moo Wann Wai Mathematics (A-Level) • Lau Ern Sher • Leow Yong Wen Economics (AS-Level) • Jonathan Aidan Royan • Loo Yi Ting Biology (A-Level) • Low Yee Hui • Lim Wei Yee • Gerald Lim • Kok Chian Chen • Neo Zhen Ting • Quah Sean Ying • Lim You Sheng • Sim Sze Wann Cheng Jun • Lai Li Sha • Ng Wei Soon Mathematics (AS-Level) • Tan Zarn Yao Biology (AS-Level) • Lai Yong Sheng • Ooi Jun Yu Further Mathematics • Aida Arissa Binti Shamsuddin • Tung Giim Chyn • Lee Jia Jia • Ong Jia Zheng • Tan Kin Aun (A-Level) • Boaz Chung Yi Heng • Voon Pei Si • Tan Chin Yong Chemistry (AS-Level) • Tan Wei Kang • Low Han You • Edmund Kong Wei Ren • Tan Hui Ru Kimberley Thinking Skills (AS-Level) • Chan Jun Kang • Tham Zhi Qing • Philip Lee Hann Yung • Ethan Hoe Tzong Shuen • Tan Jing Yi • Brian Kok Eu Mun • Wail Gourich • Eunice Wong Jia Xin Economics (A-Level) Law (AS-Level) • Tai Zhi Yu • Yii Jia Jia • Jessie Tieng Li Tiing • Ang Yi Fang • Yip Juen Wai • Lee Shi Yi • Tay Wei Yang • Loo Yi Ting • Yoogen Valoo @ Velu • Toh Sze Yin Law (A-Level) Literature in English • Neo Zhen Ting Best across Four Cambridge • Ung Lik Ru • Yeap Shuang Shuang (AS-Level) • Ng Jia Wei International (AS-Level) Physics (A-Level) • Wuu Zi Ning • Lavanya a/p • Ng Sang Hao • Brina Shong Wey-Tynn • Yeoh Wen Yee Law (AS-Level) Jeyaratnam • Ng Soong Ling • Tung Giim Chyn • Teh Jia Qi Physics (A-Level) • Tan Ming Hui Physics (AS Level) Mathematics (A-Level) • Chia Jing Heng • Ethan Hoe Tzong Shuen • Tan Shu Yan Mathematics (A-Level) • Chong Yen Juin • Tan Kin Aun • Tan Vicky Best across Three Cambridge • Jordan Soon Xian Yue • Eugene Tan Yi Xun Psychology (A-Level) • Tay Duan Hong Jordan International (A-Level) Psychology (A-Level) • Tan Chin Yong • Ng Wan Xin • Teh Kuan Ting Mathematics (AS-Level) • Lee Jo le • Tan Hui Ru Kimberley Psychology (AS-Level) • Woo Jia Min • Chan Jun Kang • Ho Jin Jonathan • Tai Zhi Yu Psychology (AS Level) • Lavanya a/p Jeyaratnam • Woon Chin Ping • Ho Zhe Xuan Mathematics (AS-Level) • Lim Cheng Hao • Wong Hei Yee Thinking Skills Psychology (AS-Level) • Lee Jo Le • Amanda Lim Jiayi • Yu Kang Xu (AS Level) • Cheryl Ong • Chong Min Huey • Ghaneassha Nadarajan Thinking Skills • Chong Yen Juin • Tan Hui Ru Kimberly • Clinton Wee Yuan (AS Level) • Jordan Soon Xian Yue HIGH ACHIEVEMENT • Kam Di Sen • Joshua Liau Chu Yang HIGH ACHIEVEMENT Thinking Skills (AS-Level) • Yong Zhan Sheng Thinking Skills (AS-Level) Best across Three Cambridge • Eer Kai Jun • Jerric Chong Yijie International (A-Level) • Tan Kin Aun Best across Four Cambridge International Best across Three Cambridge (AS-Level) International (A-Level) • Tan Hui Ru Kimberley (AS-Level) • Mok Siao Chi 08 09
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY “My time at Sunway College has been “Sunway College has many “My journey at Sunway has been “Each lecturer carries a unique principle challenging yet interesting. From helpful and experienced lecturers a wonderful one with incredible of education which penetrates deep into dealing with demanding workloads to who are dedicated to creating a friends & dedicated lecturers who my heart. Their dedicated teaching in participating in fun-filled extra-curricular conducive learning environment supported me in every way they combination with a complete learning activities, I learnt a lot of new things for the students. I am grateful for could. My lecturers were very helpful environment provided by Sunway College which can be really useful during my the support and guidance that has by answering all my questions and truly brings out the most in each student. time in university.” been afforded to me throughout easing my doubts. While studying Sunway College allows me to develop a the 1.5 years of A-Level. It was really the A-Level, I grew as an individual true passion for learning as it provides Tan Xue Heng wonderful studying at Sunway learning how to be more organised far beyond an ordinary education, but an 4A*s Cambridge GCE A-Level College.” & versatile and I regard studying at exploration into our own capabilities and Biomedical Engineering, St. Anne’s, Sunway as one of my best decisions interests.” University of Oxford, UK Khong Yi Kye ever.” Teng Wai Huang 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level Mathematics, University of Joni Tan Ern Ling 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level Medicine, University of Glasgow, UK Cambridge, UK “I am very grateful to have decided to Medicine, University of Sheffield, UK KPM Bursary Scholar 2012 read A-Level at Sunway College and it proved to be an invaluable experience. I believe the competitive atmosphere “Sunway College provides a and the dedicated lecturers in Sunway conducive environment for studying. “The A-Level was arguably the “A-Level is undeniably tough and College are the main contributing factors It has experienced and dedicated fast track to top universities. My demanding as it is 100% examination- to my success in A-Level. Studying at lecturers that guided me through the experience at Sunway College was based. However, my A-Level experience truly challenging as it involved a lot here in Sunway is an enjoyable and Sunway College had been an amazing tough A-Level programme. Overall, and fruitful journey, and it wouldn’t I really enjoyed my time in Sunway of self-motivation and independent memorable one. The lecturers especially have been the same without my affable College Kuala Lumpur.” study in a university campus setting were extremely helpful even after office lecturers and supportive friends!” that was different from high school.” hours and gave extra classes prior to the Desmond Eow Fu Shen AS and A2 exams. Not forgetting, the 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level Henry Lee Min Rong Lim Yi Heng dreadful weekly tests and tutorials had a 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level Electrical and Electronic Engineering, silver lining as I did not need to revise from Nanyang Technological University, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, University of scratch and could save time, especially Singapore University of Oxford, UK Cambridge, UK for my A2 exams. The friends I have made (Jeffrey Cheah Foundation - here are all amazing in their own ways, and Sunway Group Scholarship) the small classroom capacity strengthened our bonds as we have come to know “Sunway College is a great college each other better. I would say that the “I had an amazing time studying with lecturers who are fully overall environment of the college is very A-Level at Sunway College. A-Level “Sunway A-Level Programme is a very rigorous programme which dedicated in educating and engaging conducive for my studies and I am thankful their students. The dedication and provides me with sufficient resources has stretched my academic limits and the right environment to learn that Sunway has offered me quality and piqued my academic curiosity commitment shown by my lecturers education and preparation for university.” helped me to achieve my straight As. and strive for the best. Through the to study beyond what is lectured in mentor-mentee system, I have met Lim Ying Yi Thank you Sunway College!.” the classroom. I would like to thank dedicated, passionate lecturers who 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level all my lecturers whose guidance have Justin Fong Zhen Hou are always trying their very best to Engineering, University College London, been vital to my academic success. 3A*,1A Cambridge GCE A-Level assist students and to explore our UK My friends and classmates have also Accounting & Finance, potentials. Hence, with the help of my KPM Bursary Scholar 2012 been very friendly and supportive, and London School of Economics, UK lecturers, I have achieved top grades this creates the perfect environment in my A-Level and received a Bronze for conducive studying. Now that I am medal in the 45th International about to embark on the next step of my Chemistry Olympiad Competition “Studying A-Level in Sunway was an academic journey at the University of “Studying the A-Level at Sunway in Moscow. At the same time, I interesting experience for me. The campus Cambridge, I would always look back College was a great learning and have fostered invaluable, close-knit acts as a home for a large community fondly at the memories I have made at growing experience for me. I am relationships with my lecturers and of students of different countries, Sunway College and aspire to achieve incredibly honoured and grateful friends. Therefore, pursuing A-Level backgrounds and courses. The part I even greater heights than before.” to have been taught by such in Sunway College is never a regretful enjoyed most were the lectures. The experienced and dedicated lecturers decision for me.” lecturers were ever ready to assist students Lin Zi Khang who provided so much help and in their studies and also in matters outside 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level support.” Liew Ziqing curricular boundaries, which encourages Mathematics, University of 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level Ng Jie Yi further learning and understanding.” Cambridge, UK Engineering, University of 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level Tay Ting Nuan, Fiona Cambridge, UK Veterinary Medicine, (Jeffrey Cheah Foundation - 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level University of Cambridge, UK Mathematics, University of Oxford, UK Sunway Group Scholarship) 10 11
QUALITY Sunway College (KL), the beacon of higher education, is committed to imparting quality education to our students through efficient POLICY management practices by complying with all statutory and regulatory requirements including the requirements of our external partners. We are committed to continual improvement of our scholastic ability and effectiveness by enhancing the awareness of quality and competency of our faculty and management staff; continually reviewing our key processes to ensure compliance to ISO 9001:2015, and respond to customers’ concerns in a timely manner. • Promote and establish a culture of quality at all levels of the college QUALITY community OBJECTIVES • Conform to all statutory and regulatory requirements including the requirements of our external partners • Provide a learning environment conducive for quality teaching and learning, via: - Provision of staff development to enhance customer satisfaction - Continuous improvement from feedbacks SUNWAY COLLEGE DK265-01 (W) Owned and governed by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation Registration no: 200701042913 (800946-T) No. 2, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. college.sunway.edu.my info@sunway.edu.my This brochure is valid for our 2020 intakes. All information is correct at the time of printing (November 2019). +6 (03) 5638 7176 Copyright notice: The content of this brochure shall not be reproduced in any form nor distributed in part or in its entirety, without prior SunwayCollegeKL written permission from the College. @SunwayC JPT/BPP(K)(R2/010/3/0053/A7670)10/21
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