01 Oct 2009

October 2009 - 'Top in the World'

A-Level Examination Results at Methodist College Kuala Lumpur

Ding Zu Ning (2nd from left) and Jonathan Chew Chia Wei (extreme right) received their awards from Mr. Au Yong Soon Kok, Regional Director of Edexcel International, Asia Pacific (1st from left) at the MCKL Graduation & Awards Night 2009. Looking on are Miss Moey Yoke Lai, CEO (3rd from left) and Miss Yin Kam Yoke, Former Executive Director, Methodist Council of Education (4th from left).Students of Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) continue to achieve excellent results in the Edexcel A-Level June 2009 examination. Ding Zu Ning earned the distinction of being placed ‘top six in the world’ for Mathematics while Jonathan Chew Chia Wei was placed ‘top seven in the world’ for Physics. In addition 26 students of the cohort scored 3As or more in the A-Level June 2009 examination.

Ding Zu Ning achieved a perfect score of 600/600 in all her unit papers for Mathematics. She also scored As in Accounting and Economics. Zu Ning was recognised as MCKL’s top student for Mathematics and Accounting for her cohort.

Jonathan Chew Chia Wei also had a perfect score of 600/600 for all his Physics papers. In addition he scored As in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics. Jonathan Chew was also recognised as MCKL’s top student for both Physics and Chemistry for the same cohort.

The recent results are yet another testimony of the College’s excellent track record for providing quality and holistic education in preparing young adults for admission to worldclass universities. MCKL has been established as a private tertiary college since 1983.

Outstanding Scholars
Ding Zu Ning was a former student of SMJK Ave Maria Convent, Ipoh who top-scored with 11As in the 2007 SPM examination. She joined the A-Level programme at MCKL in January 2008 on a full Merit Scholarship. Zu Ning has always been very active in clubs and sports activities and took part in numerous competitions since her secondary school years. She continued her active involvement in student and community service activities at MCKL while excelling in her studies.

One aspect of the college which Zu Ning truly appreciates is the small size of the classes. This enables lecturers and staff to provide personalised attention and to motivate each one to achieve their potential and discover their unique talents. Friendships are formed and students give each other support to excel academically and in life.

She said, “Looking back on my one and a half years, I can say its small building and small student population belies its excellence. My lecturers were wonderful teachers who bonded well with us students and Datin Nadarajah has been a great help in university applications. The strong CF is a unique feature of MCKL. My college experience would not have been as colourful otherwise. I hope those bonds of friendship formed through camp and other CF activities will last the test of time.”

Zu Ning has received admission offers from City University, UK and Drake University, US together with the Drake Presidential Scholarship to study Actuarial Science.

Jonathan Chew joined MCKL after finishing his secondary school education at Sri Sempurna Secondary School, KL where he obtained 13As in the 2007 SPM examination. He took an active part in extra-curricular activities and was the winner of the 2007 National SPM Bible Knowledge Quiz. He was awarded a full Merit Scholarship to do his A-Level studies in MCKL.

Jonathan’s lecturers attribute his success to his diligence and perseverance. Jonathan is a highly motivated student, has a pleasant personality and exudes confidence in all that he does. From the various admission offers to foreign and local universities, Jonathan selected the International Medical University (IMU), Malaysia. He is currently reading for his medical degree and has set his heart on becoming a doctor.

About The College
Since 1983 Methodist College Kuala Lumpur has been providing quality higher education in the best of Methodist traditions. Besides the Edexcel, UK A-Level, it also offers the Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT), Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Certificate in English and Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) programmes.

A new extension block and auditorium will be completed in January 2010. MCKL will be able to offer even better facilities and amenities while retaining its affordable fee structure.

Merit and Special Scholarships are awarded to incoming students every year. Students who will be sitting for their SPM examination this year can apply now for the January 2010 intake and for scholarships based on their forecast SPM results.

For further information on the courses offered and scholarships, contact Reuben Chan or Michelle Pastors by phone 03-2274 1851, e-mail ask@MethodistCollegeKL.edu.my or visit our website www.MethodistCollegeKL.edu.my.