Sunway A-Level Programs

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Sunway College readies its students for General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level Qualification. This pre-university credential, backed by a legacy of 164 years, enjoys worldwide recognition.

The implementation of the A-Level program is carried out by the highly respected Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) from the United Kingdom.

Sunway Advanced Level

Stepping into pre-university education is a significant milestone, and choosing the right path can make all the difference. With a Sunway College A-Level qualification, you’re not only getting closer to your personal ambitions but also opening doors to a world full of possibilities.

In Sunway A-Level program, main goal is to help you realize your dreams.

Many of their former students have successfully gained entry into some of the world’s most prestigious universities such as Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial, the London School of Economics, Harvard, and MIT.

Also, their devoted lecturers and academic mentors are here to guide your academic pursuits and help you take full advantage of the wealth of learning resources and support services at Sunway College.

Cambridge Assessment International Education, a part of the world-renowned University of Cambridge, stands as the globe’s most extensive provider of international educational programs and qualifications for learners aged 5 to 19 years.

With our roots in one of the world’s premier universities, we are trusted for our commitment to educational excellence. Our qualifications carry weight with universities and employers around the world.

Their Cambridge International A-Level is a globally benchmarked qualification. Every year, over 175,000 students in more than 160 countries choose to take it, and it enjoys wide recognition from universities and employers worldwide.

It paves the way for entry into world-class universities in countries like the UK, Germany, USA, Canada, Singapore, and New Zealand.

Entry Requirements

Sunway College in Malaysia has specific entry requirements for its A-Level program to ensure students are prepared for the course.

Typically, applicants must have completed and obtained good results in their SPM (Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia), O-Level, or equivalent high school certificate.

The specifics of these requirements, such as the minimum grades or number of subjects passed, can vary and are usually detailed on the program’s admissions page.

Pre-existing qualification	Grade
SPM, O-Level, or Equivalent	Pass with min. 5 credits
UEC	Pass with min. 3 subjects with Grade B

Program Details

The A-Level program at Sunway College applies a two-pronged teaching strategy that merges in-person instruction with online learning through a dedicated e-learning platform. As a result, students are encouraged to use their own digital equipment like laptops or tablets for educational purposes, facilitating a dynamic learning experience that takes place both in the classroom and online.

Intakes	January, August, September
Duration	18 or 21 months
Assessments & Examinations	50% Advanced Subsidiary (AS) examination & 50% Advanced Level (A2) examination

Program Subjects

Students will be required to choose a minimum of three (3) or a maximum of four (4) A-Level subjects.

Pre-Medicine & Pre-Science

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Literature in English
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Psychology

Pre-Engineering & Pre-Science

• Chemistry
• Economics
• Literature in English
• Further Mathematics
• Mathematics
• Physics

*Further Mathematics can only be taken as a fourth subject

Pre-Business & Pre-Law

• Accounting
• Economics
• Literature in English
• History
• Law
• Mathematics
• Psychology

Fee Structure for Sunway A-Level Programs

When planning for the Sunway A-Level programs, understanding the fee structure is essential. Below is a detailed breakdown of the fees for the Cambridge GCE Advanced Level Head Start Program, leading to the A-Level January 2025 intake. This table provides a comprehensive overview of all associated costs, including enrolment, tuition, internal assessments, and additional fees for optional subjects. Use this information to plan your budget effectively and ensure you are well-prepared for your academic journey at Sunway.

Programme: CAMBRIDGE GCE ADVANCED LEVEL HEAD START
(Leading to A-Level January 2025 Intake)
Commencement Date: 18 SEPTEMBER 2024, WEDNESDAY

Amount (RM)	Head Start	A-Level January 2025			Total
Description	SEM 1	SEM 1	SEM 2	SEM 3	Total
Enrolment Fee (non-refundable)	700	–	–	–	700
Deposit (refundable)	700	–	–	–	700
Student Resource Fee	700	1,200	1,200	1,200	4,300
Internal Assessment Fee (3 A-Level subjects)	900	1,500	1,500	1,500	5,400
Tuition Fee (3 A-Level subjects)	6,900	9,900	9,900	9,900	36,600
Total	9,900	12,600	12,600	12,600	47,700
Additional Fee for 4th subject	Tuition Fee for 4th A-Level subject	2,300	3,300	3,300	12,200
Internal Assessment Fee for 4th A-Level subject	300	500	500	500	1,800
Grand Total (with 4th subject)	12,500	16,400	16,400	16,400	61,700
Additional Fee for ‘English Language’**	RM800 (first semester in A-Level)
Additional Fee for Thinking Skills (AS level)***	RM1,500 (first and second semester in A-Level)
Additional Fee for Science subject(s) (RM):	(Biology / Chemistry / Physics)
Lab Fee (1 lab and 2 non-lab subjects)	350		350		1,400
Lab Fee (2 lab and 1 non-lab subjects)	700		700		2,800
Lab Fee (3 lab subjects)	1,050		1,050		4,200

Moving to Universities Worldwide

Graduates from Sunway A-Level program have successfully moved on to pursue higher education in universities across the world. This includes educational institutions in countries like the UK and Ireland, Australia, Canada, China, Czech Republic, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Russia, Singapore, and the USA.

Country	Universities
Australia	Australian National University Macquarie University Monash University RMIT University University of Adelaide University of Melbourne University of New South Wales University of Queensland University of South Australia University of Sydney University of Tasmania University of Western Australia
Canada	McMaster University University of Alberta University of British Columbia University of Calgary University of Toronto
China	Fudan University Peking University Shanghai Jiao Tong University Tsinghua University
Czech Republic	Charles University
Germany	Leibniz University Hannover Technical University of Berlin Technical University of Freiberg University of Duisburg-Essen
India	Government Siddha Medical College Vinayaka Missions University
Indonesia	Kementerian RISET, Teknologi dan Pendidikan Tinggi Universitas Airlangga
Italy	Polimoda Fashion School
Japan	Kyoto University Kyushu University Nagoya University Waseda University
Korea	Sungkyunkwan University Yonsei University
Malaysia	Monash University Malaysia Sunway University Victoria University, Sunway College Public and private universities in Malaysia
Netherlands	University of Amsterdam University of Groningen Utrecht University
New Zealand	Massey University University of Auckland University of Canterbury University of Otago
Russia	Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University
Singapore	Nanyang Technological University National University of Singapore Singapore Management University
UK and Ireland	Cardiff University Heriot-Watt University Imperial College London King’s College London Lancaster University London School of Economics and Political Science National University of Ireland, Galway Newcastle University The University of Edinburgh Trinity College Dublin University of Bath University of Cambridge University College Cork University College Dublin University of Glasgow University of Leeds University of London University of Manchester University of Nottingham University of Oxford University of Reading University of Sheffield University of Southampton University of Strathclyde University of the West of England, Bristol University of Warwick
USA	Carnegie Mellon University Cornell University Georgetown University Georgia Institute of Technology Harvard University New York University Princeton University University of California, Los Angeles University of California, San Diego University of Pennsylvania University of Southern California