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Since 1987, Sunway has been a dynamic private A strong tradition of academic excellence prevails
institution of higher learning, growing rapidly in its at Sunway because we pay detailed attention to our
provision of quality academic programmes, ranging students’ development in the enquiry of learning.
from home-grown diploma and degree qualifications Their success stories in fields of studies like Medicine,
to credit transfer and twinning degree programmes Science, Engineering, Accounting, Business and Arts,
with prestigious partner universities from abroad. are testimonies of the high degree of pastoral care and
In tandem with the popularity of its programme academic guidance we offer.
offerings, the student population has also increased
Apart from Sunway main campus, some of our Pre-
together with impressive academic results.
University Programmes are also offered at the Sunway
College campuses in Johor Bahru and Ipoh.
SUNWAY’S
WINNING FORMULA
Our students continually out-perform other students in examinations set by
external and international examination boards from the United Kingdom,
Australia and Canada (Ontario). They also garner top prizes for best results
in many subject areas. Tracking data show that Sunway students are well-
prepared for university studies and transition successfully into employment
and careers.
• Pastoral Care
Personalised attention will be available through small-group learning. Our lecturers are available on campus to
offer you additional academic assistance, and to guide you in achieving your individual goals.
Monash University
Sunway Campus or
Universities Worldwide Australia Campuses
UK/USA/ Australia/
or
New Zealand/Canada/Ireland/
Russia/Singapore/Malaysia
and others Sunway University College
CANADIAN MONASH
AUSTRALIAN CAMBRIDGE SUNWAY
INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
MATRICULATION ADVANCED LEVEL FOUNDATION
MATRICULATION FOUNDATION
PROGRAMME PROGRAMME IN ARTS
PROGRAMME YEAR
(8-10 months) (1½ year) (12 months) (9-10 months) (1 year)
Pre-University Programmes
SPM/O-Level/Equivalent
SCHOLARSHIPS &
FINANCIAL AID
We place much emphasis on education and offer a
number of scholarships to deserving students:
MUFY FIA
from left from left
Susila Suzana
Lecturer Madasamy Senior Lecturer Ahmad Ramli Lecturer
Maheshchandar Keith
Director & Principal - Biaspal Senior Lecturer Chin Wei Jun Lecturer
CIMP
Adawiah Director of Ruma Lopes Director of
Norli Yusuf Programme Programme -
- MUFY FIA
AUSMAT
The Curriculum Council of Western Australia, on behalf
of the Government of Western Australia, oversees the
quality implementation of the AUSMAT Programme.
AUSTRALIAN
MATRICULATION
PROGRAMME
Year 12 Curriculum of Western Australia
Prepares students for the Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE)
An internationally recognised pre-university programme
Allows students to gain admissions into all Australian universities and universities around
the world (New Zealand, UK, USA, Canada, Russia, Germany, Singapore, Private Universities
and University Colleges in Malaysia)
Focuses on individual’s holistic development through effective teaching and continuous
assessments
Variety of subjects to choose from: Science, Mathematics, Psychology, Career & Enterprise
Assessment: 50% School Based Assessment, 50% Examinations
Fact
Our lecturers are rated top in excellent teaching and assessing by the Curriculum
Council of Western Australia’s (Annual Examiners’ Reports).
• Pastoral care
Noted for its strong pastoral component, Sunway’s AUSMAT develops a wholesome individual through personalised
learning and growth, preparing students for university life and studies. Students are challenged to take multiple
approaches to problem solving and critical thinking, nurturing their overall cognitive development.
Parents, guardians and sponsors are kept informed on students’ academic performance and progress through regular
meetings with our lecturers.
Entry Requirements
Minimum five (5) credits in SPM, O-Level or equivalent. Conditional offers will be made to students with forecast results.
INTAKES
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE January & March
EXAMINATIONS
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
Choice of subjects
Students are required to take five (5) subjects from the list below, including English or EALD*. Students will
be advised on suitable subject combinations, to best prepare then in making applications to universities and
according to their choice of studies or specialisations.
The exciting subjects and interesting student-centred teaching approach will give students broader options to
select a career path.
All subject offered at Sunway are at the highest level (Level 3).
CAMBRIDGE
ADVANCED LEVEL
PROGRAMME
KPT/JPS (KR7670) 10/11
Find out if you’re suitable for GCE A-Level
academically inclined with a strong analytical and inquisitive mind
prepared to take on an academically challenging course
intend to keep open as many options as possible in terms of university courses
aim to apply for competitive courses and/or universities
prefer a 100% exam-based assessment
Fact
Sunway A-Level programme has been a Cambridge International
Fellowship Centre since 2005, in recognition of our commitment to CIE’s
standards of academic excellence and attainment of top of the world
results in examinations.
• Mentor-mentee system
Each A-Level student has a teacher mentor who will guide and monitor their academic progress, advise and offer references
for application into universities. A close mentor- mentee relationship is fostered as part of the course.
Entry Requirements
Five (5) credits in SPM, O-Level or equivalent. Conditional offers can be made to students with forecast results.
INTAKES
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
Choice of subjects
The A-Level subjects offered are:
Students are advised to choose a minimum of three (3) or a maximum of four (4) A-Level subjects.
*Thinking Skills is offered up to AS Level only. We encourage students to consider it as a 4th or 5th subject to
strengthen their university applications.
The following is a guide to the subject combinations for different fields of tertiary studies.
* To be taken as a fourth subject in addition to Mathematics; offered to the January and July intakes only.
According to Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) requirements, all Malaysian students must pass Malaysian Studies, Moral
Studies (non-Muslims)/Islamic Studies (Muslims) and Bahasa Kebangsaan (exempted if student has a credit in BM at SPM level).
CANADIAN
INTERNATIONAL
MATRICULATION
PROGRAMME
Offers the Canadian Year 12 School curriculum,
according to the requirements of the
CIMP
Ontario (Canada) Ministry of Education
Fact
The Ontario Secondary School Diploma is a world recognised pre-university
qualification that is offered in many countries outside of Canada.
The programme is regularly inspected by the Ontario Ministry of
Education to maintain high academic integrity.
• Community involvement
Sunway CIMP values the benefits of learning off-site or learning outside the classroom. We are proud that our students
and lecturers commit time for projects within the wider community. Such opportunities allow students to develop
better problem-solving, communication and leadership skills, and more importantly cross-cultural understanding and
responsible citizenship.
Entry Requirements
Minimum five (5) credits in SPM, O-Level or equivalent. Conditional offers will be made to students with
forecast results.
INTAKES
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
Choice of subjects
Students will need to successfully complete ENG4C or ENG4U to achieve the diploma requirements. An English
Placement Test (EPT) administered at the beginning of the semester will determine which English subject a
student needs to undertake.
Note * The results of the EPT will be a key factor in determining whether a student will spend two semesters or
three semesters in CIMP.
Students should select subjects that best suit the entry requirements for their university studies.
English Courses
ESLEO English as a Second Language (non-credit course)
OLC4O Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course
ENG4C English
ENG4U English
According to Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) requirements, all Malaysian students must pass Malaysian Studies, Moral
Studies (non-Muslims)/Islamic Studies (Muslims) and Bahasa Kebangsaan (exempted if student has a credit in BM at SPM level).
Monash
University
Foundation
Year
Providing the academic bridge for students to
transition successfully into undergraduate
studies at Monash University
Fact
Sunway’s MUFY programme assures students of successful progression into degree
programmes at Monash University. There is also a good record of successful
placements into other Australian and New Zealand universities.
Entry Requirements
Minimum five (5) credits in SPM or O-Level including credits in English (or minimum IELTS score of 5.5),
or equivalent. Conditional offers will be made to students with forecast results.
INTAKES
January & July (standard)
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE March & August (accelerated)
EXAMINATIONS
Structure June & November
MUFY is a two-semester programme which is available
across multiple intakes and offered in two formats: DURATION
• Standard 10-month programme, commencing in January and July. 9 -10 months (2 semesters);
• Accelerated 9-month programme, commencing in March and August; students have the option
this format requires a higher level of proficiency in the English language, of completing the MUFY
and above average academic results.
programme in more than
Assessments & examinations 2 semesters
Students are assessed through a mix of coursework, (assignments,
class tests, research projects, presentations) and final examinations.
The major component is the final examination which constitutes 50% - 70% of the total score,
depending on the subject. All students must pass English A and English B and at least six (6) other units,
to be considered as having passed the MUFY programme.
The Entry Score to Monash University is calculated by adding up the score from the eight units taken
[maximum = 400]. Monash University grants bonus points to the Entry Score of students who complete
nine or ten units in the MUFY programme [maximum = 410].
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
Choice of subjects
The MUFY programme is offered on a modular or semester basis. Each subject is divided into two units i.e. part
A and part B. In total, the programme offers eleven subjects in twenty-two units. Students have the option of
choosing between eight and ten units which must include English A and English B.
*The Programme reserves the right not to offer a unit if less than ten students enrol for the unit.
According to Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) requirements, all Malaysian students must pass Malaysian Studies, Moral
Studies (non-Muslims)/Islamic Studies (Muslims) and Bahasa Kebangsaan (exempted if student has a credit in BM at SPM level).
Sunway
Foundation
in Arts
An academic bridge for students to transition
effectively into tertiary level studies
Enable students to set personal and academic goals and identify their individual talents
Develop social responsibility through community involvement and participation
in extra-curricular activities
Equip students with technical and soft skills necessary to be resourceful and
successful in higher studies
Recognised by some other universities for admissions into appropriate
undergraduate programmes
Assessment: 50% Coursework & 50% Examination
FIA
Fact
Sunway FIA is a direct pathway to Sunway University Degree Programmes
validated by Lancaster University.
Entry Requirements
Minimum five (5) credits in SPM, O-Level or equivalent. Conditional offers will be made to students with
forecast results.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
INTAKES
Structure January, March and July
• 3 semesters of 14 - weeks duration
• All Core and Enrichment Subjects are compulsory EXAMINATIONS
• 3 Academic Electives (at least one each semester) are compulsory End November,
• MQA subjects: Malaysian Studies, Moral Studies, Islamic Studies
(Muslims only) are compulsory. Foreign students are exempted. February and July
DURATION
1 year
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
Choice of subjects
Students are required to undertake Mathematics and English as core subjects each semester.
They are advised to take elective subjects and 1 or 2 enrichment subjects each semester.
According to Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) requirements, all Malaysian students must pass Malaysian Studies, Moral
Studies (non-Muslims)/Islamic Studies (Muslims) and Bahasa Kebangsaan (exempted if student has a credit in BM at SPM level).
GUIDE TO SUBJECT COMBINATIONS
FOR UNIVERSITY STUDIES (a suggestion)
On-Campus Accommodation
On-campus living makes it easy to get up and
about to and from classes every day. It is a home
away from home where students get to meet new
friends, learn new cultures and experience living
independently. Everything is within walking distance
from our campus - hospital, shopping mall, theme
park, restaurants and banks. Choose between the
communal living of the Sun-U Apartment or the
condominium lifestyle of Sun-U Residence. A caring
hostel master is on hand to oversee the welfare of
every occupant.
Student life here is simply convenient with amenities that meet all your
needs: a bookshop, computer labs to print, scan or photocopy assignments,
a cafeteria, recreational and sports facilities, and a Student Centre - a cosy
place with a sick bay, counselling services and more.
A campus bus service of several different routes within the Klang Valley
is also available.
• 24 hour Wi-Fi throughout campus
• Bookshop
• Multi Purpose Hall
• Tun Hussein Onn Library
• Science Labs
• Student Centre
• Classrooms
• Roof Top Garden
Expansion:
Growing in Strength
Targeted for completion in 2013 are the new Academic Block with 1,000
basement parking spaces, a multi-purpose sports complex with indoor
sporting facilities and a 5,000-seat auditorium. There will also be a post-
graduate centre, The Harvard Centre.
MUFY Graduation Night MUFY Graduation Night
Getting involved in extra-curricular
activities that strengthen character
and cement friendships. FIA Global Business Leadership
CIMP Choir at the
launch of JC Foundation CIMP Movie Night A-Levels’ ALSCO Leadership Camp A-Level Musical Performance
Talk by Nobel Laureate,Prof. Barry
Marshall, at the AUSMAT Science
Festival with participation from all
pre-u programmes.
MUFY Charity Carnival
A-Levels Charity Food Fair and
CIMP visiting the Lovely Nursing Home volunteering at Furry Friends Farm
Socially responsible activities to
celebrate the spirit of giving and helping. CIMP’s donation to
Children’s Wish Society
If you thought our pre-university students are complete squares, think again!
Our pre-university programmes nurture students through traditional means complemented
with learning outside the classroom. Participation in student activities, clubs and societies,
field trips and educational workshops, moulds them into effective leaders and communicators.
CIMP trips: Melaka
MUFY trips: 8TV (Bandar Utama)
CIMP trips: LepokWaterfalls
Educational field trips bring the learning
experience beyond the classrooms.
MUFY trips: Shell (Port Dickson)
A Tradition of Success
KEERAN SIVARAJAH
Sunway AUSMAT graduate; Bachelor of Commerce (Finance &
Strategic Management), University of Melbourne
Currently working with Teach For Malaysia, an independent
organisation that addresses the national educational needs,
which he is also a co-founder of.
OH COYIN
Sunway A-Level graduate
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Top in Biology for CIE Outstanding Achiever Awards
Top in Physics for Cambridge International Fellowship Awards
Enthusiastic lecturers
guided me along the way and I was Small-class size provides ample opportunity
surrounded by friendly course mates of to interact closely with lecturers, and lessons
diverse backgrounds. My experience while are a fantastic mix of written assignments,
pursuing Sunway FIA was nothing but presentations and practical experiments. My
contentment. views have broaden from meeting classmates
from everywhere in the world.
POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
• Masters in Management
• Masters in Money, Banking & Finance
• MSc in Computer Science (by research)