Cambridge A Level
Pre-University
(N/0011/2/0004)(05/27)(MQA/FA14346) (Art) | (N/0011/2/0006)(01/27)(MQA/FA14347) (Science)
The Cambridge Assessment International Education A Level is MCKL’s most prominent pre-university programme. This serves as an entry qualification to a wide range of degree programmes in universities locally and internationally.
MCKL’s curriculum sets a global standard for education, with programmes that stretch, challenge, and inspire our students. They will be equipped with knowledge and key competencies and skills, ready to embark on their university journey.
Full time 18 months
Next Intake: January & July
Additional Information
Recognised Cambridge A Level Provider
One of the earliest tertiary institutions in Malaysia to offer the A Level programme as an education pathway for school leavers to further their studies globally. MCKL’s A Level programme is one of the most affordable and internationally recognised in Malaysia.
Dedicated & Experienced Lecturers
Learn from a combination of both experienced and enthusiastic lecturers who are qualified in their fields.
Personalised Community
Concentrated class sizes that allow lecturers and students to build trust, along with our administrative and support staff to help students along the way.
Cambridge IPQ Certification
The pioneer institution to offer Cambridge IPQ. It is a project-based qualification designed to develop skills, such as critical thinking, problem solving, independent research, innovation, creative thinking, reflection and communication for students’ success by carrying out research into a topic of their choice.
Excellent Track Record
A strong track record as CAL students have been awarded Top in the World, Top in Malaysia and High Achievements for various subjects, granting students entry to top universities.
Students are required to enrol a minimum of 3 subjects and a maximum of 4 subjects.
Sciences
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Compulsory Subjects:
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NOTE:
- *(KL) – Subjects offered in Kuala Lumpur Campus only.
- *(PG) – Subjects offered in Penang, Pykett Campus only.
- Students are advised to refer to the Admission Form when selecting the subject combinations.
- Further Mathematics can only be enrolled as the fourth subject.
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
Min. 5 credits including English
O-Levels / IGCSE
Min. 5 credits including English
Other Qualifications
Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) or Malaysian Government will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
PREREQUISITE
- Credit in respective science subject is required for Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- Credit in Additional Mathematics is required for Mathematics and Computer Science
- Further Mathematics must be enrolled with Mathematics
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND
- University of Melbourne, Australia
- University of Sydney, Australia
- University of Auckland, New Zealand
GERMANY & IRELAND
- RWTH Aachen University
- Technical University of Berlin
- University College of Dublin
HONG KONG
- Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
- The University of Hong Kong
JAPAN & SOUTH KOREA
- Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Japan
- Waseda University, Japan
- Hanyang University, Korea
MALAYSIA
- Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
- Universiti Malaya
- Universiti Sains Malaysia
SINGAPORE
- Nanyang Technological University
- National University of Singapore
- Singapore Management University
UNITED KINGDOM
- Imperial College London
- London School of Economics and Political Science
- University College London
| 3 Subjects | RM21,000 |
| 4 Subjects | RM24,000 |
*Fees above are just estimated fees which exclude student resource fees, registration fees and other miscellaneous fees.
*Contact our Education Counsellor team today for more detailed information on the programme fees.
Updated as of 8 Dec 2023
- What is the average class size?
Class size is capped at 32 students for most subjects. Math classes are capped at 38.
- What is the timetable like?
The earliest class starts at 8am and the latest class will end at 5pm.
- When is the deadline to apply?
There is no deadline to apply. Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis. Students are encouraged to apply early as there is a quota for every subject and students are not allowed to take that subject if it is full.
- What is the requirement for the programme? Any additional requirement?
Minimum 5 credits overall in SPM, IGCSE, or equivalent. Certain subjects have additional prerequisites. Please refer to our marketing staff to find out more.
- How many subjects should I take?
Students have to take 3 to 4 subjects. Further Mathematics can only be taken as the 4th subject.
- Can I mix Arts and Sciences subjects?
Yes, students can mix arts and sciences subjects, subject to availability. You may refer to our subject combination listed in the ‘subjects offered’ tab.
- Are there any compulsory subjects to be taken in MCKL?
All students are required to take three compulsory subjects in MCKL, which are Service Learning, Character Formation & Digital and Information Literacy. These subjects run for only one semester.
- Do I need to study MPU subjects?
No. MPU subjects are not required for a Pre-U programme.
- Is A Level recognised by other countries?
A Level is recognised by many leading universities worldwide including the UK, Ireland, the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, Singapore, Egypt, Jordan, South Africa, the Netherlands, Germany and Spain.
- Can I further my studies in a Local Public University after completing A Level?
Yes, MCKL A Level students have been admitted to some local public universities such as University of Malaya (UM), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), and Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM).
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