Methodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) proudly celebrated the achievements of 233 students during the recent graduation ceremony. The graduating class comprised students from Cambridge A-Level, Western Australian Certificate of Education (AUSMAT), Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Diploma in Digital Business, Diploma in Digital Marketing, Diploma in Computer Science, Diploma in Financial Technology, and ACCA-FIA. The event was held at Damansara Utama Methodist Church (DUMC) on Saturday, 23 August 2025.
Speaking to the graduating class, MCKL Chief Executive Officer Dr Chua Ping Yong emphasised the core values that have guided students throughout their academic journey, “Excellence is not about perfection, but about giving our very best in all that we do. When we strive for excellence, we are honouring the unique gifts and talents that God has entrusted to us. At the heart of MCKL, our core value is to Honour God, and it is this belief that inspires us to nurture every student to reach their fullest potential.”
The graduation ceremony not only symbolises a noteworthy achievement in the student’s academic lives, signifying the culmination of years of hard work, commitment, and dedication but also serves as a testament to MCKL’s mission of nurturing individuals who excel academically while being grounded in values that serve as their life compass. It is anticipated that this values-based educational approach will continue to shape future leaders, innovators, and change-makers across various fields.
Pre-University Excellence
MCKL is one of the earliest tertiary institutions in Malaysia to offer the Cambridge A-Level programme as an education pathway for school leavers to further their studies globally. Today, MCKL’s A-Level programme is known as one of the most affordable and internationally recognised pre-university qualifications.
This year’s graduating class attained an impressive 100% percent passing rate, with more than 50% of the class scoring a commendable 3As and above. In addition, 16 students were awarded the prestigious Excellence Award for achieving a remarkable CGPA of 3.70 or higher, with 20 students attaining 4As.
Among the standout achievers was Aditya Sentil who secured the prestigious Top in Malaysia scores for AS Level Physics. His remarkable academic journey also culminated in the receipt of the Overall Academic Excellence Award for Pure Science 2025 award.
Another remarkable student from the Cambridge A-Level programme, Justin Ong Jin Keat, was equally celebrated for his accomplishments. He received the distinguished Bishop Denis C. Dutton Scholar 2025 Award, recognising his all-round excellence, along with the Overall Academic Excellence Award for the Combination of Science and Arts 2025.
For AUSMAT, it had over 25% of students achieving Outstanding Scholars with scores of ATAR 90 and above. Kaylene Lim Shian Ying emerged as a standout student by achieving a near-perfect ATAR of 99.05, the highest score recorded at MCKL in over ten years.
For Kaylene, the AUSMAT journey was a continuous stream of challenges. “I constantly felt there was not enough time to balance academics and extracurriculars,” she shared. “But I overcame the stress and pressure by doing my best and depending on God for the results. God was so good!” She was also the recipient of the Datuk F R Bhupalan Award and Subject Prize Winner for Psychology, Mathematics Application, Human Biology, and English as Additional Language for ATAR Examination November 2024.
Outstanding Achievements Across Diploma Programmes
In Diploma in Early Childhood Education (DECE) programme, seven students from the graduating class graduated with Distinctions. DECE graduate Visthnu Jayaram was honoured with the Outstanding Achievement Award and Datuk Dr. Chiam Heng Keng Award 2025, in recognition for the outstanding 3.79 CGPA.
For the Business and Computing Programmes, it witnessed the first graduating class from Diploma in Financial Technology. This pioneering cohort has set a strong foundation for future students, showcasing not only academic excellence but also the adaptability and innovative mindset needed to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving digital economy.
The standout student from this cohort was the Valedictorian, Toh Yong Ze, who graduated with Distinction from the Diploma in Digital Business, achieving an impressive CGPA of 3.54. In his valedictory address, he reflected on his journey at MCKL, saying, “At the beginning, we were unsure, but along the way we gained new skills and grew stronger. We developed resilience, and our lecturers constantly challenged us to ensure we became better versions of ourselves.” Yong Ze now continues his academic journey at the University of Northampton, UK, where he is pursuing a Degree in Business Data and Information Systems.
The graduation ceremony also commemorated the achievements of graduates in the ACCA Foundation in Accountancy (FIA) programmes, who are poised to make significant contributions in their respective industries.
The ceremony not only celebrated the academic accomplishments of MCKL’s graduating class, but also marked the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, challenges, and growth. The graduates’ remarkable performance in their respective programmes is a testament to the institution’s reputation for over 40 years of excellence in education.
Congratulations to all the awards recipients and graduates!
