Cambridge

GCE Advanced-Level
(A-Level)
Student Guide 2020
 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 In addition to an intellectually stimulating academic
testimony to what you will experience here. The Sunway environment, we provide you with ample opportunities
College A-Level programme has been a Cambridge to participate in extracurricular activities. In the Sunway
Fellowship Centre since 2005. This is in recognition College A-Level Programme, we encourage your holistic
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
individual success stories. We are also very proud of what
Pursuing the Cambridge A-Level qualification will be they go on to achieve. I look forward to welcoming you to
exciting and rewarding as you prepare for admission to
universities worldwide, including top-tiered institutions.
the programme and to working with you to ensure you too
leave as successful individuals fully prepared for university
Cambridge GCE A-Level
Students before you have successfully entered premier
universities in the world like Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial,
and able to meet future challenges with confidence. Programme
the London School of Economics, Harvard and MIT. Your
lecturers and academic mentors will guide you in your Ruth Cheah
academic work and advise you on how you can benefit from Director of Programme
the wide range of learning facilities and support services Cambridge GCE A-Level Sunway College has been preparing students since 1994 for the General Certificate of Education
(GCE) Advanced-Level qualification through examinations set and assessed by the Cambridge
International Examinations.

Cambridge is the world’s largest provider of international educational qualifications with more

CAMBRIDGE ASSESSMENT than 1,100 examination centres across the globe. More than 50 such centres are currently
operating in Malaysia alone. Any centre which proves its worth through a superior delivery
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION system that produces excellent results in the biannual examinations is accorded the status of
a Fellowship Centre. Only three centres in Malaysia have attained this elite status and Sunway
is one of them!

We are delighted to welcome you to the Cambridge accepted for entry into world class universities in countries
The GCE A-Level qualification places emphasis on in-depth knowledge, deep understanding,
International A-Level programme at Sunway College and such as the UK, Germany, USA, Canada, Singapore and New
strong reasoning abilities and critical thinking. It is arguably the most widely recognised pre-
congratulate you on deciding to pursue this qualification, Zealand. It is also accepted for tertiary studies in Malaysia,
university qualification in the world, readily accepted as proof of superior academic ability for
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 entry into world-class universities around the world.
studies in Malaysia or anywhere in the world.
Cambridge Assessment International Education is the In November 2019 examination, 57.8% of our students achieved Straight A*/As. Our students
world’s largest provider of international education Cambridge International A-Level, like all of our programmes have consistently topped the nation and the world, winning Outstanding Cambridge Leaner
programmes and qualifications for 5 to 19 year olds. and qualifications, helps Cambridge learners to be Awards in Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology,
We are part of the University of Cambridge, one of the confident, responsible, innovative and engaged. We wish Economics, Accounting, Law, Thinking Skills, Literature in English and History.
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
world’s universities and employers. success and a love of learning which will stay with you
through school, university and beyond.
Cambridge International A-Level is an internationally
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

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 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. 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
English Language Requirement: Skills is offered up to AS Level only. An English (IELTS) class university’s standards or preferences.
• Independent thinking
• Applying knowledge and understanding to new as well as For students without a credit or higher in English: is offered in the first semester for the January and July
familiar situations • IELTS - minimum score of 5.5 intakes. For March and September intakes, English (IELTS)
and Thinking Skill are offered in the second Semester. Assessments
• Handling and evaluating different types of information
Students who intend to take A-Level science subjects must
sources
have at least credits in the same SPM/O-Level pure science 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
subjects; Combined Science does not provide a sufficient students choose as pathways to various university courses. is the first half of the programme and forms the foundation
arguments
foundation. 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
Additional Mathematics is required for A-Level Mathematics consult a qualified member of staff. level contributing 50% towards the final A-Level grade.
implications and communicating them clearly and logically
and Further Mathematics.
• 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

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 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

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 Outstanding Cambridge
Learner Award Winners

2020 2019 2018 2017

Top in Malaysia Top in Malaysia Top in Malaysia Top in Malaysia

Accounting (A-Level) Law (A-Level) Biology (A-Level) Economics (A-Level) Accounting (A-Level) Physics (A-Level) Physics (AS-Level)
• Choong Zu Yi • Lee Shi Yi • Eng Zhe Heng • Ng Wan Xin • Siow Yu Fang • Mok Siao Chi • Yew Wei Chee
• Nureen Izzety Binti
Literature in English Biology (AS-Level) Literature in English Biology (A-Level) Physics (AS-Level) Psychology (A-Level)
Khairuddin
(AS-Level) • Melissa Yam Khai Jie (AS-Level) • Lee Pui Yee • Lau Sau Jee • Wong Hei Yee
Accounting (AS-Level) • Rinakshie Rams • Tan Vicky • Ng Jyn-Mun • Chua Shen Yik
Chemistry (A-Level)
• Yap Kah Hoe • Loo Yi Ting
Mathematics Chemistry (AS-Level) Physics (AS-Level) • Mok Siao Chi
Top in the World
Biology (A-Level) (A-Level) • Sean Ng Xiang Peng • Tay Wei Yang
Economics (AS-Level)
• Chen Xin Wen • Ong Jia Zheng
• Ng Wan Xin Further Mathematics (A-Level)
Biology (AS-Level) Physics (A-Level) Top in the World • Chan Jun Kang
• Chiw Yen Yi • Suraj a/l Suresh • Lim Zi Heng
Top in the World
Biology (A-Level) • Eng Zhe Heng
Chemistry (A-Level) Physics (A-Level) Mathematics (A-Level)
• Eng Zhe Heng • Eugene Tan Yi Xun
• Ong Jia Zheng • Tay Wei Yang Further Mathematics (A-Level) • Ho Jin Jonathan
• Fatemeh Asgarian
Chemistry (AS-Level) • Tan Zarn Yao
• Gan Li Lin Mathematics (AS-Level)
• Lim Kent Shen
Top in the World • Jennese Moo Wann Wai Mathematics (A-Level) • Lau Ern Sher
Economics (AS-Level) • Jonathan Aidan Royan • Loo Yi Ting • Low Yee Hui
• Gerald Lim • Kok Chian Chen • Neo Zhen Ting • Sim Sze Wann
Economics (A-Level) • Julian Ting Fu Chen
Cheng Jun • Lai Li Sha • Tan Zarn Yao
• Tan Ju-Lyn • Karishma Menon Mathematics (AS-Level)
• Lai Yong Sheng • Tung Giim Chyn
• Lai Yuen Seng Further Mathematics • Aida Arissa Binti Shamsuddin
Law (AS-Level) • Ong Jia Zheng
• Lee Lynn Wei (A-Level) • Boaz Chung Yi Heng • Voon Pei Si
• Rachel Maya Robert • Tan Chin Yong
• Ong Chen Ping • Low Han You • Edmund Kong Wei Ren
• Tan Hui Ru Kimberley Thinking Skills (AS-Level)
Literature in English • Ooi Zhe Ren • Philip Lee Hann Yung • Ethan Hoe Tzong Shuen
• Tan Jing Yi • Brian Kok Eu Mun
(A-Level) • Soh Jian Wee • Eunice Wong Jia Xin
Law (AS-Level) • Tai Zhi Yu
• Lavanya a/p • Teoh Hong Piow • Jessie Tieng Li Tiing
• Lee Shi Yi • Tay Wei Yang
Jeyaratnam • Yap Kah Hoe • Loo Yi Ting
• Toh Sze Yin Best across Four Cambridge
Literature in English • Neo Zhen Ting
Mathematics Physics (AS Level) • Ung Lik Ru International (AS-Level)
(AS-Level) • Ng Jia Wei
(AS-Level) • Ooi Zhe Ren • Wuu Zi Ning
• Lavanya a/p • Ng Sang Hao
• Beh Jia Hao • Yeoh Wen Yee • Tung Giim Chyn
Psychology (A-Level) Jeyaratnam • Ng Soong Ling
• Char Yi Ting
• Tan Ju-Lyn Physics (A-Level) • Tan Ming Hui
• Chiw Yen Yi Mathematics (A-Level)
• Ethan Hoe Tzong Shuen • Tan Shu Yan
• Chong Yen Juin Best across Three Cambridge
• Tan Vicky
• Eugene Tan Yi Xun Psychology (A-Level)
• Tay Duan Hong Jordan
International (A-Level)
High Achievement • Tan Chin Yong • Ng Wan Xin
• Teh Kuan Ting
• Tan Hui Ru Kimberley • Chan Jun Kang
History (AS-Level) Psychology (AS-Level) • Woo Jia Min
• Tai Zhi Yu
• Sean Kong • Lavanya a/p Jeyaratnam • Woon Chin Ping
Mathematics (AS-Level)
Thinking Skills Psychology (AS-Level)
• Amanda Lim Jiayi
(AS Level) • Cheryl Ong
Best across Four Cambridge • Chong Min Huey
International (AS-Level) • Chong Yen Juin • Tan Hui Ru Kimberly

High Achievement
• Beh Jia Hao
High Achievement
Thinking Skills (AS-Level)
• Yong Zhan Sheng
Thinking Skills (AS-Level)
• Eer Kai Jun
• Jerric Chong Yijie

Best across Three Cambridge

Best across Four Cambridge International
International (A-Level)
(AS-Level)
• Mok Siao Chi
• Tan Hui Ru Kimberley (AS-Level)

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 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
Joni Tan Ern Ling 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level
Mathematics, University of
4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level Medicine, University of Glasgow, UK
Cambridge, UK
Medicine, University of Sheffield, UK KPM Bursary Scholar 2012
“I am very grateful to have decided to
read A-Level at Sunway College and it
proved to be an invaluable experience.
I believe the competitive atmosphere “Sunway College provides a
“The A-Level was arguably the “A-Level is undeniably tough and
and the dedicated lecturers in Sunway conducive environment for studying.
fast track to top universities. My demanding as it is 100% examination-
College are the main contributing factors It has experienced and dedicated
experience at Sunway College was based. However, my A-Level experience
to my success in A-Level. Studying at lecturers that guided me through the
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,
of self-motivation and independent memorable one. The lecturers especially
and fruitful journey, and it wouldn’t I really enjoyed my time in Sunway
study in a university campus setting were extremely helpful even after office
have been the same without my affable College Kuala Lumpur.”
that was different from high school.” hours and gave extra classes prior to the
lecturers and supportive friends!”
Desmond Eow Fu Shen AS and A2 exams. Not forgetting, the
Henry Lee Min Rong
4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level dreadful weekly tests and tutorials had a
Lim Yi Heng 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level
Electrical and Electronic Engineering, silver lining as I did not need to revise from
4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level Mechanical Engineering,
Nanyang Technological University, scratch and could save time, especially
Engineering, University of University of Oxford, UK
Singapore for my A2 exams. The friends I have made
Cambridge, UK (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
dedicated in educating and engaging conducive for my studies and I am thankful
is a very rigorous programme which provides me with sufficient resources
their students. The dedication and that Sunway has offered me quality
has stretched my academic limits and the right environment to learn
commitment shown by my lecturers education and preparation for university.”
and piqued my academic curiosity and strive for the best. Through the
helped me to achieve my straight As.
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 Cambridge, UK Tay Ting Nuan, Fiona
Veterinary Medicine, (Jeffrey Cheah Foundation - 4A* Cambridge GCE A-Level
University of Cambridge, UK Sunway Group Scholarship) Mathematics, University of Oxford, UK

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 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

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