MCKL College (Penang, Pykett Campus) is proud to share the latest achievements that a team of four students from Cambridge A-Level (Cohort: CAL2507) — Tan Yan Jia, Felice Lim Wei Yi, Hannah Chua Xi Ling, and Ariel Aura Bergere, has emerged as Champions in the Monash Science Cup 2026, organised by Monash University Malaysia.
The competition was held on Saturday, 11 April 2026, at Prince of Wales Island International School, under the theme “Science in Action: Solve, Create, Innovate.”
Our students competed in the Competition Track: CSI Investigation – The Missing Scientist, where they were challenged to race against time to solve a scientific mystery through a series of hands-on experimental tasks. This required the application of interdisciplinary knowledge, including chemistry, biomedical analysis, genetics, and data interpretation.
Competing against teams from various institutions, our students demonstrated exceptional teamwork, critical thinking, and scientific inquiry skills, ultimately securing the 1st place and winning a cash prize of RM800.
This remarkable achievement not only reflects the students’ dedication, resilience, and ability to apply scientific knowledge in real-world contexts but also highlights the continuous academic guidance, encouragement, and mental support provided by their lecturers. The strong support system has played a significant role in building their confidence and readiness to perform under pressure.
In addition, the institution’s leadership has been actively cultivating a strong culture of experiential and competitive learning. MCKL has consistently encouraged and supported students to take part in external academic competitions, recognising these platforms as meaningful opportunities to extend learning beyond the classroom. Such experiences are instrumental in developing students’ confidence, teamwork, resilience, and higher-order thinking skills, while also nurturing their ability to apply knowledge in authentic, real-world contexts.
It is a proud moment for the institution, showcasing the effectiveness of our academic and pastoral support in nurturing well-rounded and capable learners.
