Taylor`s College - Taylor`s University
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Taylor`s College - Taylor`s University
VER3.TCPPS/2014 Over 70,000 students have chosen to Start Right with Taylor’s College Contents Section I: Section VI START RIGHT TO SUCCEED IN YOUR LIFE Pre-University Programmes Early Years To Year 11 • Cambridge A Levels • Canadian Pre-University • IB Diploma Programme • South Australian Matriculation / SACE International Foundation/Diploma Programmes Degrees to Postgraduate Programmes • School of Pharmacy • School of Medicine • School of Biosciences • School of Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts • Business School • School of Computing & IT • School of Communication • Design School • Law School • School of Architecture, Building & Design • School of Engineering • School of Education • School of Liberal Arts & Sciences START RIGHT WITH AN INTERNATIONAL PRE-U • Our Core Purpose 03 • Cambridge A Levels 37 • Our Core Values 04 • Canadian Pre-University 43 • Leaders who have Started Right 05 • International Baccalaureate 49 Section II: • South Australian Matriculation / START RIGHT TO SUCCEED IN YOUR CAREER • Taylor’s College - The Right Start 11 Section III: START RIGHT AND SUCCEED IN UNIVERSITY Section VII: HELPING YOU TO CONTINUE RIGHT • University Placement Services 59 • Student Support 61 18 - Accommodation • University Listing 19 - Clubs & Societies - Career and Psychological Counselling Centre (CPCC) - Online Learning Platform & Communication Portals Section IV: START RIGHT WITH THE RIGHT COLLEGE • Our Awards & Recognitions 23 - International Student Support • Our Academic Excellence 25 - English Language Support START RIGHT WITH EVERYTHING YOU NEED • Learning Spaces 29 • Facilities 31 • Student Support 32 53 SACE International • Our Mission Section V: START RIGHT WITH THE BEST IN EDUCATION Diploma Programme • Scholarships, Bursaries & Discounts 65 • University Entrance Tests 66 START RIGHT TO SUCCEED IN YOUR LIFE Life is a journey. Having the right approach, skills, and qualities will ensure the routes you take gets you there. At Taylor’s College, we are well aware your years in college will ultimately steer your direction in life and career. That is why we are committed in preparing you beyond academics; our learning environment, different teaching styles and student support services are aimed at moulding you to become a well-rounded individual with a defined dream; armed with a detailed roadmap so you can truly succeed in life. Our Core Purpose Our Core Values Leaders who have Started Right OUR CORE PURPOSE “We educate the youth of the world to take their productive place as leaders in the global community.” OUR CORE VALUES ESPECTING AND CARING FOR EACH OTHER Mutual and universal respect assures all students receive similar levels of care when it comes to learning. DEDICATED TO A CULTURE OF XCELLENCE Taylor's College commitment in all facets of education provides students the tools and know-how to ace academically. OPENNESS IN OMMUNICATION Barrier-less and free, Taylor's College students are encouraged to open up, express and enquire without worries. ACTING WITH NTEGRITY Our heritage of excellence is a testimony of Taylor's College integrity in providing top-class education from enrolment to graduation. BEING ASSIONATE IN WHAT WE DO Taylor's College educators are handpicked for their in-depth knowledge and passion in their fields of expertise. CREATING NJOYABLE ENVIRONMENTS At Taylor's College, our campuses are designed to be conducive, student-friendly and inspiring. 03 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 04 LEADERS WHO HAVE STARTED RIGHT Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Founder & CEO of Mindvalley Vishen Lakiani *Mindvalley was voted as one of the world’s Top 10 coolest offices in 2012. “We want to connect smart young people together to create new ideas that will turn KL into one of the world’s top start-up hubs in 10 years - similar to the model I used in Taylor’s College in 1994.” Head of Groupon Asia Pacific, Groupon APAC Joel Neoh “Taylor’s College helped me realise the importance of embracing curiosity at an early age. Students were encouraged to explore, to discover, to questions and to lead projects. The simple, childlike curiosity to always want to know more, learn more, do more, see more, and ultimately achieve more - was the foundation to the educational experience for students in Taylor’s College. My one year in Taylor’s College opened up my eyes to the importance of being curious, which is the foundation of all entrepreneurship.” 05 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS Co-founder of Fugee School & Miss Universe Malaysia 2011 Deborah Priya Henry “When I think back to my time at Taylor’s College, I am reminded of the fun and effective lecturers, the interesting courses and skills I gained - the ability to articulate oneself, see things from different perspectives and to have an opinion. Today I find, regardless of what I do and whom I met it’s these skills that have enabled me to find success in all areas of my life.” Founder & CEO of EPIC Collaborative John-Son Oei “Taylor’s College helped me understand that learning was beyond books and academic success. I learned that a huge part of effective communication is to understand your audience and at Taylor’s College I have developed a sense of empathy and adaptability towards other cultures which enhanced my communication and presentation skills. Taylor’s College had also given me the chance to realise my leadership potential.” TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 06 LEADERS WHO HAVE STARTED RIGHT Teach For Malaysia 2013 Fellow, Ministry of Education Wan Farihah Ahmad Fahmy “In a nutshell, my Taylor’s College experience can be summed up in three words: education, excellence, and experience. Serving as a teacher in a high-need rural school, I strive every day to not only make my History classes engaging and interesting for my students but most importantly, I try to instill in them all the values that Taylor’s College taught me: hard work, self-belief, determination, dedication, and the importance of education as a tool for one’s life enrichment.” Founder & Group Managing Director of Integricity Group Alex Lam “The one year I spent in Taylor’s College is still recounted with fondness. Looking back in time, the analytical thought process and experience I gained was extremely valuable to my ability to efficiently run and own an array of companies today that provides creative, technology, event and visual services to many of the top brands in Malaysia.” 07 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS Founder & Director of Delectable by Su & Delectable Treats Huen Su Yin “The short duration in Taylor’s College got me into University much quicker. It gave me a head start and through the flexibility of my classes, it had definitely encouraged the development of my social skills and increased my aspirations to discover more in the world. When I enrolled, I didn’t exactly know what I wanted to study at my tertiary level of education but when I was done with Taylor’s Pre-U, I knew I wanted to do more, go further and discover new adventures.” Postdoctoral Research Associate, Northeastern University, USA Yan Yan Yeap “It was under the encouraging environment at Taylor’s College that I developed a nonyielding commitment for excellence, which I believe served as a foundation for all my life achievements thereafter. Life has turned out to be a remarkable journey for me, and I have no doubt it all started at Taylor’s College.” TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 08 START RIGHT TO SUCCEED IN YOUR CAREER Achieving your ambitions require more than sound knowledge, you need to be on top of your game. At Taylor’s College, we arm you with the essentials to propel yourself beyond industry standards and emerge as an ace in your field of interest. Taylor’s College The Right Start Did you know that 60% of working adults fully regretted their career choices? Top graduates need 5Cs & not 5As alone Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Collaboration 5Cs Creativity and Innovation Communication Here, we equip you with the tools, inspiration and motivation throughout your journey, so you can achieve your university and career goals. LEADERSHIP SKILLS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PRE-U LEADERSHIP SKILLS LEADERSHIP LEARNING SKILLS SKILLS LIFE SKILLS LIFE SKILLS Acquire leadership skills, live out your values and develop your character so that you can be a productive leader. LEARNING SKILLS Start right We create the with diverse opportunities for LIFE SKILLS LIFELEARNING SKILLS SKILLS LEARNING SKILLS Learning students to develop Skills Life Skills Acquire life skills such as goal-setting, time management, structured problem-solving, stakeholder management and more. Cultural Adaptation We develop Leadership LEADERSHIP SKILLS Skills in our students Acquire learning skills that will help you excel in your studies. Become part of the 40% who are happy with their career choices, instead of the 60% who regretted it. Source: Ministry of Education Malaysia Graduate Employability Blueprint 2012-2017 11 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 12 Your journey at Taylor's College goes beyond the classroom. We want you to maximise your Student Life experience, so you're both academically polished, and well-rounded as an individual. Orientation Day Classes Orientation Day iPad Showcase ECA Activities / Events - Activities by clubs & societies - Sports carnival - National & international conferences - Sharing sessions with leaders - Programme activities TEDx Taylor’s Event Mooting Competition Competitions Apply for University of Choice Results Off to the university of your choice Exams / Quizzes / Assignments Pre-U programme EQUIPPING YOU WITH LEARNING SKILLS, LIFE SKILLS AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS First Year Experience Activities (FYE) Mentorship Programme 13 Chosen Career Graduation TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS Workshops - Health & safety talks - Student development & extra-curricular activities - Student support - Career workshops - Learning styles workshops Club Recruitment Drive Ice Hockey Final Exams University Placement CSR Events / Activities - University talks & workshops - Mock interviews - University placement day - Application process & timelines - Charity & fundraising campaigns Environmental awareness & activities Community engagement activities Voluntary works River Cleaning Activity University Placement Day TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 14 START RIGHT AND SUCCEED IN UNIVERSITY Taylor’s College is your gateway to an amazing list of universities and institutions all around the world; presenting you with choices which no other college can match. Our Mission University Listing OUR MISSION “All students in universities of their choice” “Every year, over 1,000 students are placed in the top 200 universities of the world” TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 18 LIST OF UNIVERSITIES Partial list of universities Taylor’s College students have enrolled in: CANADA INDONESIA SINGAPORE Southampton Solent University University of West of England Carleton University Universitas Gadjah Mada James Cook University Teeside University University of Wolverhampton Dalhousie University Universitas Indonesia Nanyang Technological University The School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of York McGill University Universitas Padjadjaran National University of Singapore University of London Singapore Institute of Management The University of Edinburgh UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Singapore Management University The University of Liverpool Carnegie Mellon University McMaster University Memorial University of Newfoundland JAPAN AUSTRALIA Queen’s University Nagoya University The University of Manchester Connecticut College Bond University Simon Fraser University University of Tsukuba SOUTH AFRICA The University of Nottingham Cornell University Charles Sturt University The University of British Columbia Waseda University University of Cape Town The University of Strathclyde Georgia Institute of Technology Curtin University The University of New Brunswick The University of Warwick Harvard University Deakin University The University of Western Ontario KOREA TAIWAN University of London Marywood University Edith Cowan University Trent University Chungnam National University National Taiwan Ocean University University College London Massachusetts Institute of Technology Flinders University Trinity Western University Handong Global University Taipei Medical University University of Aberdeen Mount Holyoke College Griffith University University of Alberta Korea University University of Bath New Jersey Institute of Technology James Cook University University of Calgary Kumoh National Institute of Technology UNITED KINGDOM University of Birmingham New York University La Trobe University University of Guelph Seoul National University Aberystwyth University University of Bradford Northeastern University Macquarie University University of Manitoba Yonsei University Aston University University of Brighton Pennsylvania State University Monash University University of Ottawa Brunel University University of Bristol Princeton University Murdoch University University of Sasketchewan MALAYSIA Cardiff University University of Buckingham Purdue University Murdoch Western Australia University of Toronto International Islamic University Malaysia City University London University of Cambridge Sarah Lawrence College Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE (NMIT) University of Victoria Taylor’s University Coventry University University of Chester Stanford University Queensland University of Technology (QUT) University of Waterloo Universiti Malaya De Montfort University University of Dundee Texas A & M University RMIT University York University Universiti Putra Malaysia Durham University University of East Anglia University of California, Santa Cruz Universiti Sains Malaysia Heriot-Watt University University of East London University of Arizona Swinburne University of Technology The Australian National University CZECH REPUBLIC Universiti Teknologi MARA Imperial College London University of Essex University of Arkansas The University of Adelaide Charles University Universiti Teknologi Petronas Keele University University of Exeter University of California, Berkeley Other universities King’s College London University of Glasgow University of Chicago Kingston University University of Hertfordshire University of Houston The University of Melbourne The University of New South Wales HONG KONG The University of Newcastle City University of Hong Kong NEW ZEALAND Lancaster University University of Hull University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign The University of Queensland The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology AUT University Liverpool John Moores University University of Kent University of Oregon The University of South Australia The University of Hong Kong Lincoln University London School of Business & Finance University of Leeds University of Pennsylvania Massey University London School of Economics and Political Science University of Leicester University of Tulsa The University of Sydney University of Tasmania INDIA The University of Auckland Loughborough University University of Lincoln University of Virginia University of Technology, Sydney Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical The University of Waikato Middlesex University University of Portsmouth University of Washington University of Western Australia Education and Research (JIPMER) University of Canterbury Newcastle University University of Reading Yale University University of Western Sydney Jawaharlal Nehru University University of Otago Nottingham Trent University University of Roehampton University of Wollongong JSS Institute of Speech and Hearing Victoria University of Wellington Oxford Brookes University University of Sheffield VIETNAM Oxford University (Queen’s College) University of South Wales Hanoi University Manipal University BANGLADESH MS Ramaiah Medical College RUSSIA Plymouth University University of Southampton Dhaka Medical College Sri Ramachandra University I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University Queen Mary University Of London University of St. Andrews Vinayaka Misssions Univerisity Kursk State Medical University Queen’s University Belfast University of Sunderland Robert Gordon University University of Surrey Royal Veterinary College University of the Arts London 19 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 20 START RIGHT WITH THE RIGHT COLLEGE Make your first step into college an amazing one at Taylor’s College. Since our inception, we have turned students into leaders; dreams into reality; ambitions into achievements. We have the track record to prove it. Now it’s your turn; start right with Taylor’s College. How to choose a college wisely? Our Awards & Recognitions Our Academic Excellence IT IS IMPORTANT TO CHOOSE A COLLEGE WISELY EXCELLENT ACADEMIC REPUTATION When choosing a college, it is important to choose one with excellent academic reputation that can offer you the best student learning experience. Out of more than 400 private colleges in Malaysia, Taylor’s College is the ONLY college awarded the 6-star (outstanding) rating by the Ministry of Education Malaysia in the 2012/2013 MyQUEST evaluation for the overall quality of learning. 6-star MyQUEST Awards Awarded with the highest rating of ‘Tier 6:Outstanding’ in: - Quality of overall education - Quality of general programmes (pre-university) - Quality of support for international students 23 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS Brand Excellence Award Students’ Choice Awards Awarded with the ‘Brand Excellence Award’ in 2008 by the Ministry of Voted and awarded with Doctorjob’s ‘Most Popular Private College/ International Trade & Industry Malaysia (MITI). University in Malaysia’ in 2008 and 2009 by gtimedia. TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 24 THE BEST PRE-U IN MALAYSIA ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE TRACK RECORD Cambridge A Levels (CAL) THE RIGHT START TO THE UNIVERSITY OF YOUR CHOICE. Congratulations to all our International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme students for your outstanding achievement. We are proud of you. The best results in Malaysia with Start right, so you can finish with flying colours Starting right with Taylor’s College puts you ahead. Our track record of excellence is a testimony to our successful approach to assuring academic distinction. 361 (40%) students scoring 3As and above in the June 2014 examinations. 98% 88% 549 (60%) students scoring 3Bs and above HANNAH KHAW ELEASHA CHEW Scored 45 points in Accepted into Harvard 2014 exams. Now in University in 2014. Columbia University. in the June 2014 examinations Taylor’s College International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: A world-class education with top-in-the-world results. 100% 58% Average IBDP score of 37.5 (World average is 29.8) pass rate www.taylors.edu.my/college South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE International 44% of students achieved 40 points & above (World average is 6.4%) 03-5636 2641 (Taylor’s College Subang Jaya), 03-6203 0168 (Taylor’s College Sri Hartamas). Taylor's College A member of A pioneer in private education in schools, college and universities. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) ™ 77.3% of the world’s top SAM achievers are from 33 Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards (Nov 2013 exams) Taylor’s College. 77.3% TOP IN THE WORLD FOR CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL AS LEVEL SUBJECTS Chemistry, Mathematics & Psychology Biology, Business Studies, Economics, Physics & Sociology 75% • 34 out of 44 (77.3%) merit awards awarded to Taylor’s College students SAM Achievers TOP IN MALAYSIA FOR CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL AS LEVEL SUBJECTS 98% 55% by the SACE Board of South Australia • Awarded with SAM Highest Subject TOP IN THE WORLD FOR CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL A LEVEL SUBJECTS Achiever Worldwide (in 2013) for Biology, Business Studies, Economics, Law, Literature in English & Psychology for Accounting, Chemistry, ESL TOP IN MALAYSIA FOR CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL A LEVEL SUBJECTS Studies and Physics Accounting, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Physics & Sociology BEST ACROSS 4 AS LEVELS (1st place) 100% Pass Rate 100% pass rate • Average IBDP score of 37.5 Mark Chong Yun Seng BEST ACROSS 3 A LEVELS (Joint 1st place) Chow Foo You & Lee Gah Man (world average is 29.8) • 44% of students achieved 40 points and above (world average is 6.4%) 368 (59.9%) 3A 3A 3A 3A 3A 3B 3B 3B 3B 3B 3B 3B 3B 3B 3B Students Canadian Pre-University (CPU) 457 (74.4%) Students 33 Points of a max. 45 points 98% of graduates get into universities worldwide 88% of graduates scoring 70% and above average (for 6 subjects) - June 2014 58% of graduates obtained 80% average or higher 25 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS (for 6 subjects) - June 2014 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 26 Equ 3A START RIGHT WITH EVERYTHING YOU NEED Best Student Learning Experience Out of 143 colleges and universities in the world which participated in the iGraduate 2013 survey on student learning experience, Taylor’s College emerged No. 1 in Malaysia. Have a fuss-free start. Our years of experience and continuous effort have enabled us to provide you an easy, comfortable and productive lifestyle; so you focus more on learning, and less on hassles. Learning Spaces Facilities Student Support LEARNING SPACES Learn in environments specifically designed for learning. 2 3 5 6 7 4 8 Learning Hub, designed for collaborative learning. *Take a Virtual Tour around Taylor’s College. Visit taylors.edu.my/collegevtour. 29 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 1 1 1 Learning Hub 6 Think Tank (Collaborative Space) 2 Classrooms 7 Alpha Theatre 3 Library 8 Taylor’s College Subang Jaya campus 4 Science Lab 9 Taylor’s College Sri Hartamas campus 5 Mac Lab 9 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 30 FACILITIES STUDENT SUPPORT 2 1 1 5 1 1 Gym 2 Multipurpose Hall 3 Basketball Court 4 Futsal Court 5 Dance Studio 6 Music Chamber 7 Table Tennis Our added-value facilities help keep your learning experience optimum. *Take a Virtual Tour around Taylor’s College. Visit taylors.edu.my/collegevtour. 31 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 3 1 6 4 7 2 1 Taylor’s Placement Centre 2 Accommodation (U Residence) 3 Career & Psychological Counselling Centre (CPCC) You are never alone. Our strong Student Support system ensures that your learning needs are always met, and your questions answered. 3 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 32 START RIGHT WITH AN INTERNATIONAL PRE-U “Out of 100,000 students who went for their degree programme, only 83,000 actually finished the entire programme while the rest had dropped out.” Source: Talent Corporation Malaysia Berhad, 26 September 2012 To avoid being a university dropout, choosing the right Pre-U programme is essential; as it will help you determine the path you take and ultimately shape your future. Go further and open more doors with a strong and credible foundation by starting right with our Pre-U programmes. The best way to start right is to first decide what you would like to be. Taylor’s College Pre-U Programmes Cambridge A Levels (CAL) Canadian Pre-University (CPU) International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) South Australian Matriculation (SAM)/ SACE International WHICH PRE-U PROGRAMME IS FOR ME? KEY CAREER OPTIONS* RECOMMENDED SUBJECTS PRE-U PROGRAMME Assessment Doctor Mathematics 100% external exam January (18 months) Dentist Biology Cambridge A Levels (CAL) in 2 stages; AS Level March (15/21 months) and A2 Level July (18/24 months) Examinations (CIE), September (15 months) United Kingdom Pharmacist Chemistry Veterinarian Physics Accountant Mathematics Architect Accounting Economist Economics Financial Analyst JPT/ BPP (A8684) 03/18 Law Psychologist Psychology Actuarist Mathematics Economics Further Mathematics Physics Chemistry Further Mathematics Mathematics Physics *This list is not exhaustive. Intake / Requirements Duration Campus TCSJ & TCSH No. of Awarding Compulsory Subjects Body Subjects Minimum of 3 subjects / University of Cambridge maximum of 4 subjects International • All students are Canadian Pre-University (CPU) JPT/ BPP (A10098) 04/19 Lawyer Engineer JPT/ BPP (A10095) 03/19 Entry 70% continuous SPM/ IGCSE/ January (12 months) assessment equivalent: March (9/15 months) 30% final exam 5 credits (subject July (12 months) requirement of the pre-requisites apply) October (14 months) Ministry of TCSJ 6 subjects Ministry of Education, required to fulfill the (organised by semester) Ontario, Canada ‘General Subjects’ Education Malaysia International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) 80% external exam July (24 months) 20% continuous September (21 months) JPT/ BPP (A9969) 04/19 assessment South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE International JPT/ BPP (A10097) 03/19 JPT/ BPP (A9120) 07/18 70% college-based January (12months) assessment March (9 months) July (18* months) 30% external exam TCSH TCSJ & TCSH 6 subjects and 3 course International components Baccalaureate (IB) 5 subjects SACE Board of South Australia, Australia *TCSJ only TCSJ - Taylor’s College Subang Jaya TCSH - Taylor’s College Sri Hartamas 35 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 36 CAMBRIDGE A LEVELS (CAL) JPT/ BPP (A10095) 03/19 JPT/ BPP (A8684) 03/18 • • • Record-breaking results and the highest number of students scoring straight As in Malaysia - 361 (40%) students scored 3As and above - 549 (60%) students scored 3Bs and above Strong university placements into Top UK universities: - 375 students placed into Top 10 UK universities (2010 - 2013) Stellar performances in Mathematics and Science subjects - More than 50% students scored 3As in these subjects University placement track record: “3199 students in 241 universities worldwide” (2010 – 2014) Top 10 UK universities CAL students have enrolled in: 1. University of Oxford 2. University of Cambridge 3. Imperial College London 4. University College London (UCL) 5. London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) 6. King’s College London 7. University of Edinburgh 8. University of Manchester 9. University of Bristol 10. Durham University Vivien Wong Kah Ong • CAL June 2014 graduate • 5A* scorer • Vice President of the Think Tank Society • Currently pursuing Engineering at the University of Cambridge “During my time in Taylor’s College, I was very grateful for the opportunities available. There were lots of charity events, workshops, talk and seminars, trips, conferences and competitions throughout the year. I have participated in many of those activities and have wonderful experiences. Towards the end of my study, I found myself to be a more outspoken person with leadership capabilities.” 37 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 38 CAL PROGRAMME Your pathway to top universities in the world. The Cambridge A Level (CAL) programme at Taylor’s College is the ‘gold standard’ qualification conducted by the prestigious Cambridge International Examinations (CIE)*. It is a high-quality, leading-edge qualification that meets the ongoing demands of employers and educators across the world in today’s dynamic, globalised environment. It provides an excellent preparation to international tertiary programmes, opening the doors to many of the best universities in the world. SUBJECT OPTIONS & DESCRIPTIONS Accounting Business studies Global Perspectives & Independent Research (GPR) Physics The syllabus encourages students to understand and appreciate the nature Students broaden their outlook through the critical analysis of and reflection The syllabus offers a combination of theoretical and practical studies leading and scope of business, and its role in society. Students will develop critical on issues of global significance. The syllabus is based on skills rather than to an understanding of the more advanced principles of Physics. Students will understanding of organisations, the markets they serve and the process of on specific content. Students develop research, thinking, reasoning and develop scientific abilities and skills relevant to the study of Physics; these will adding value. This will involve consideration of the internal workings and communication skills by following an approach to analysing and evaluating be of use in everyday life and employment and, if desired, will form an excellent management of organisations and, in particular, the process of decision making arguments and perspectives called the Critical Path. This will enable students basis for pursuing further studies. Students will gain an awareness of the study in a dynamic external environment. to meet the demands of twenty first century learning and make a successful and practice of science including practical work. transition to study in higher education. Chemistry The syllabus includes the main theoretical concepts which are fundamental *Offered at TCSH only. Psychology to the subject, a section on some current applications of chemistry, and a The syllabus encourages an interest in and appreciation of psychology through strong emphasis on advanced practical skills. This subject encourages creative a review of a number of important research studies and an opportunity to look at thinking and problem-solving skills which are transferable to any future career Law the ways in which psychology has been applied. It is divided into the Core Studies path. Chemistry is ideal for students who want to study chemistry or a wide The syllabus will provide students with a sound knowledge and understanding of and the Specialist Choices. The Core Studies have been selected to reflect five variety of related subjects at university or to follow a career in science. the role of the law and its institutions in an ever-changing society. The syllabus core areas of Psychology: Cognitive, Social, Physiological, Developmental, and thus encourages courses which will provide a basis of factual legal knowledge. the psychology of Individual Differences. It will also allow students to develop: a critical awareness of legal concepts and Computer Science structures of the changing nature of law in society and of proposals for reform. The aims of this subject are to develop an understanding of the main principles Students will be assessed on the English legal system, Law of Contract and Law Sociology of solving problems using computers, the range of applications of computers of Tort. In a rapidly changing world, the syllabus offers students the opportunity not only The Advanced Subsidiary Level syllabus covers basic ideas of recording financial and the effects of their use, the organisation of computer systems including to explore the processes that are shaping current trends, but also to develop information, accounting principles and control systems, the preparation of software, data, hardware, communications and people, and to acquire the skills an understanding of the complexity and diversity of human societies and final accounts for sole traders, partnership, limited companies and non-profit necessary to apply this understanding to develop computer-based solutions to Literature in English their continuities with the past. The study of Sociology stimulates awareness organisations, the raising of capital by shares and loans, some ratio analysis, problems. This syllabus encourages an appreciation of, and an informed personal response of contemporary social, cultural, legal and political issues, and focuses on the and some cost accounting. Students will also study the preparation of cash to, literature in English in a range of texts in different forms, and from different importance of examining these issues in a rigorous, reasoned and analytical way. flow statements, the repayment of share capital, business purchase, published periods and cultures. Students will study a range of texts in the three main forms: company accounts, cash flow analysis, company financing, further work on costing systems, budgeting, standard costing and investment appraisal. Economics prose, poetry and drama. Students will develop skills of reading and analysis of Students are required to interpret economic information (which may be texts, and are encouraged to undertake wider reading to aid understanding of the presented in verbal, numerical or graphical form), explain and analyse texts studied. They will learn skills of effective and appropriate communication economic issues and arguments, evaluate economic information, and organise, including the ability to discuss the critical context of texts. Biology present and communicate ideas and judgments clearly. The syllabus covers The syllabus offers a combination and theoretical and practical studies leading basic economic ideas, an introduction to the price system and government to an understanding of the more advanced principles of Biology. Students will intervention, international trade and exchange rates, measuring employment be assessed on their ability to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Mathematics and inflation, consequences of inflation leading to the theory of market failure, The content of the syllabus has been divided into two approximately equal halves biological concepts, on their ability to handle information and solve problems, macroeconomic theory and policy, and economic growth and development. and on their experimental and investigative skills. They will gain an awareness with students taking two papers for Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Mathematics and four papers for the Advanced Level Mathematics qualification. The syllabus of the study and practice of science, including practical work. allows flexibility and covers - Pure Mathematics, Mechanics (for Science Further Mathematics students) and Probability and Statistics. The syllabus enables students to extend the mathematical skills, knowledge and understanding developed in the Advanced Level Mathematics course. The content of the syllabus covers the areas of Pure Mathematics, Mechanics and Statistics. Knowledge of the whole content of the Advanced Level Mathematics syllabus is assumed. 39 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 40 CAL PROGRAMME ACHIEVEMENTS (2012-2014) TOP IN THE WORLD FOR CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL A LEVEL SUBJECTS 2012 2013 2014 No of Candidates 953 979 915 3As 128 140 150 4As 206 224 211 Total No of As 1504 1657 1585 Biology Chong Ning Hui Business Studies Lee Gah Man Economics Lee Gah Man Law Sharyn Wong Yi Jien OUTSTANDING CAMBRIDGE LEARNER AWARDS for NOVEMBER 2013 EXAMINATIONS Literature in English Sharyn Wong Yi Jien TOP IN THE WORLD FOR CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL AS LEVEL SUBJECTS Psychology Fun Ming Yee Chemistry Chey Yu Chinn Joshua Ong Shin Yin Mark Chong Yun Seng Kevin Luke Santhakumar Oung Zi Yu Koay Wen Jie Tan Jin Wei TOP IN MALAYSIA FOR CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL A LEVEL SUBJECTS Accounting Fun Ming Yee Psychology Jessice Jong Pei Wen Siow Li Ting Ler Yow Wei Chemistry Lim Chien Loong Tan Gow Woei Mathematics Lim Xin Tian Cheong Beng Tat Lim Yong Hong Further Mathematics Chow Foo You TOP IN MALAYSIA FOR CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL AS LEVEL SUBJECTS Physics Biology Physics Bryan Chew Jun Wei Mark Chong Yun Seng Sociology Business Studies Sociology BEST ACROSS 4 AS LEVELS (1st place) Yeoh Mei Fern Ariza Atifan Gusti Mark Chong Yun Seng Chow Foo You Ng Yan Chuan Economics BEST ACROSS 3 A LEVELS (Joint 1st place) Crystal Ng Pei Qi Chow Foo You & Lee Gah Man 41 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 42 CANADIAN PREUNIVERSITY • • • 98% Student Success pass rate with student results eligible for university admission worldwide Over 88% of Taylor’s College CPU teachers are Canadian with Ontario Certification and teaching experience With 30 subjects offered, students have the option to choose subjects according to their interest University placement track record: “1290 students in 200 universities worldwide” (2010 - 2014) (CPU) JPT/ BPP (A10098) 04/19 MUHAMAD SYAHMI BIN MOHD NOR • CPU 2012 graduate • YPPB Scholar • Currently pursuing Architecture in University of Edinburgh in the UK “Learning in CPU is like learning with family. The bond and friendships that I have with my lecturers really helped me in achieving better results and being experts in their respective fields, they are knowledgeable and the classes are always engaging. The syllabus in CPU is carefully designed to provide the foundation for students to face university and career life confidently. This results in character building as the assignments enhance our communication, presentation, critical thinking, research and time management skills.” 43 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 44 CPU PROGRAMME Grooming confident, eloquent and globally-aware individuals. The Canadian Pre-University (CPU) programme was pioneered by Taylor’s College since 1983 and has experienced its greatest growth in the past few years as it gains popularity. CPU is recognised internationally by universities throughout the world, and our graduates have successfully gained entry to universities in Canada, Australia, Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, Singapore, United Kingdom, United States as well as local universities. SUBJECT OPTIONS & DESCRIPTIONS Calculus and Vectors Chemistry surficial processes, and its geological history, and will learn how Earth’s systems This subject builds on students’ previous experience with functions and their This subject enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry interact and how they have changed over time. Throughout the course, students developing understanding of rates of change. Students will solve problems through the study of organic chemistry, energy changes and rates of reaction, will learn how these forces, processes, and materials affect their daily lives. involving geometric and algebraic representations of vectors and representations chemical systems and equilibrium, electrochemistry, and atomic and molecular of lines and planes in three dimensional space; broaden their understanding of structure. Students will further develop problem-solving and laboratory skills as English 4U rates of change to include the derivatives of polynomial, sinusoidal, exponential, they investigate chemical processes, at the same time refining their ability to This subject emphasises consolidation of literacy, critical thinking and rational, and radical functions; and apply these concepts and skills to the communicate scientific information. Emphasis will be placed on the importance communication skills. Students will analyse a range of challenging texts from modeling of real-world relationships. Students will also refine their use of the of chemistry in daily life, and on evaluating the impact of chemical technology various time periods, countries and cultures; write analytical and argumentative mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. on the environment. essays and a major paper for an independent literary research project; and apply key concepts to analyse media works. An important focus will be on Canadian and International Law Computer Science understanding academic language and using it coherently and confidently in This subject examines elements of Canadian law and the role of law in social, This subject enables students to further develop knowledge and skills in discussion and argument. political, and global contexts. Students will learn about the connections between Computer Science. Students will use modular design principles to create complex the historical and philosophical sources of law and issues in contemporary and fully documented programs, according to industry standards. They will English 4C society. They will also learn to analyse legal issues, conduct independent manage a large software development project (Computer Game Development), This subject emphasizes the consolidation of literacy, communication, and research and communicate the results of their inquiries in a variety of ways. from planning through to project review. Students will also analyze algorithms critical and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily Advanced Functions for effectiveness and investigate ethical issues in computing and further explore life. Students will analyse a variety of informational and graphic texts, as well This subject extends students’ experience with functions. Students will investigate Canadian and World Issues: A Geographical Analysis environmental issues, emerging technologies, areas of research in computer as literary texts from various countries and cultures, and create oral, written, the properties of polynomial, rational, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions; The subject draws on geographical concepts, skills, methods and technologies to science, and careers in the field. and media texts in a variety of forms for practical and academic purposes. develop techniques for combining functions; broaden their understanding analyse significant issues facing all citizens of an interdependent world. Students of rates of change; and develop facility in applying these concepts and skills. will examine the challenges of creating a sustainable and equitable future Dance, Grade 12 developing greater control in writing. The course is intended to prepare students Students will also refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for through the study of a range of topics, including economic interdependence, This subject emphasizes the development of students’ technical proficiency, for college or the workplace. success in senior mathematics. geopolitical conflict, regional disparities in the ability to meet basic human fluency in the language of movement in dance genres from around the world and needs, and protection of the planet’s life support systems. understanding of dance science. Students will explain the social, cultural and Exercise Science historical contexts of dance; apply creative process though the art of dance in a This course focuses on the study of human movement and of systems, factors, This subject explores the choices that individuals and societies make about the Canadian and World Politics variety of ways; and exhibit an understanding of the purpose and possibilities of and principles involved in human development. Students will learn about the use of resources in a competitive global economy. Students will use economic This subject examines Canadian and world politics from a variety of perspectives. continuing engagement in the arts as a lifelong learner. effects of physical activity on health and performance, the evolution of physical concepts and models, as well as methods of economic inquiry to analyse current Students will investigate the ways in which individuals, groups, and states work Analysing Current Economic Issues An important focus will be on using language with precision and clarity and activity and sports, and the factors that influence an individual’s participation to influence domestic and world events, the role of political ideologies in national Dramatic Arts in physical activity. The course prepares students for university programs and international politics, and the dynamics of international cooperation and This subject requires students to experiment individually and collaboratively in physical education, kinesiology, health sciences, recreation, and sports Biology conflict resolution. Students will apply critical thinking and communication with forms and conventions of both drama and theatre from various cultures business/administration. This subject provides students with the opportunity for in-depth study of the skills to develop and support informed opinions about current political conflicts, and time periods. Students will interpret dramatic literature and other texts and concepts and processes associated with biological systems. Students will events, and issues. economic issues, make informed judgments, and present their findings. study theory and conduct investigations in the area of biochemistry, metabolic media sources while learning about various theories of directing and acting. Students will examine the significance of dramatic arts in various cultures and Financial Accounting Principles processes, molecular genetics, homeostasis, and population dynamics. Emphasis Challenge and Change in Society will analyse how the knowledge and skills developed in drama are related to their This subject introduces students to advanced accounting principles. Students will be placed on achievement of the detailed knowledge and refined skills needed This subject examines the theories and methodologies used in anthropology, personal skills, social awareness and goals beyond secondary school. will learn about financial statements and how they are interpreted in making for further study in various branches of the life sciences and related fields. psychology, and sociology to investigate and explain shifts in knowledge, Earth and Space Science financing, further develops accounting methods for assets, and introduces accounting for partnerships and corporations. attitudes, beliefs, and behaviour, and their impact on society. Students will business decisions. This subject expands students’ knowledge of sources of Business Leadership: Management Fundamentals analyse cultural, social, and biological patterns in human societies, looking at This subject develops students’ understanding of Earth and its place in the In this course students will analyse the role of a leader in business, with the ways in which those patterns change over time. Students will also explore universe. Students will investigate the properties of and forces in the universe a focus on decision making, management of group dynamics, workplace the ideas of classical and contemporary social theorists, and will apply those and solar system and analyse techniques scientists use to generate knowledge International Business Fundamentals stress and conflict, motivation of employees, and planning. Effective business ideas to the analysis of contemporary trends. about them. Students will closely examine the materials of Earth, its internal and This subject provides an overview of the importance of international business communication skills, ethics, and social responsibility are also emphasised. 45 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS and trade in the global economy and explores the factors that influence success TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 46 CPU PROGRAMME World History: The West and The World Physics, Grade 11 Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course associated with marketing, distribution, and managing international business This subject investigates the major trends in Western civilisation and world This subject develops students’ understanding of the basic concepts of physics. This subject is designed to help students acquire and demonstrate the cross- effectively. history from the sixteenth century to the present. Students will learn about the Students will explore kinematics, with an emphasis on linear motion; different curricular literacy skills that are evaluated by the Ontario Secondary School interaction between the emerging West and other regions of the world and about kinds of forces; energy transformations; the properties of mechanical waves Literacy Test. Students who complete the course successfully will meet the in international markets. Students will learn about the techniques and strategies Mathematics of Data Management the development of modern social, political and economic systems. The skills and sound; and electricity and magnetism. They will enhance their scientific provincial literary requirement for graduation. Students will read a variety of This subject broadens students’ understanding of mathematics as it relates to and knowledge developed in this course will enable students to understand and investigation skills as they test laws of physics. In addition, they will analyse the informational, narrative and graphic texts and will produce a variety of forms of managing data. Students will apply methods for organizing and analysing large appreciate both the character of historical change and the historical roots of interrelationships between physics and technology, and consider the impact of writing, including summaries, information paragraphs, opinion pieces, and news contemporary issues. technological applications of physics on society and the environment. reports. Students will also maintain and manage a literacy portfolio containing a amounts of information; solve problems involving probability and statistics; and carry out a culminating investigation that integrates statistical concepts record of their reading experiences and samples of their writing. and skills. Students will also refine their use of the mathematical processes necessary for success in senior mathematics. Courses to Support Foundation in Sciences and Mathematics Courses to Support English Literacy Note: Grade 12 English (ENG 4U) is an Ontario Ministry of Education requirement for all students. Other requirements for graduation include: Ontario Secondary Media Arts Chemistry, Grade 11 English 3U This subject is a skills and technology-based approach to creating multimedia This subject enables students to deepen their understanding of chemistry through This subject emphasizes the development of literacy, communication, and critical products. This hands-on class is taught in the new iMac Lab, where students the study of the properties of chemicals and chemical bonds; chemical reactions and creative thinking skills necessary for success in academic and daily life. learn to use a variety of computer programmes, including the Adobe Master’s and quantitative relationships in those reactions; solutions and solubility; and Students will analyse challenging literary texts from various periods, countries, Collection Suite, to produce print, graphic, audio and film products. Students atmospheric chemistry and the behaviour of gases. Students will further develop and cultures, as well as a range of informational and graphic texts, and create can build on the skills they have, or start fresh. This subject can help prepare their analytical skills and investigate the qualitative and quantitative properties oral, written, and media texts in a variety of forms. An important focus will be them for careers in marketing and business, design and multimedia production, of matter, as well as the impact of some common chemical reactions on society on using language with precision and clarity and incorporating stylistic devices publishing, architecture, and many more. and the environment. appropriately and effectively. The subject is intended to prepare students for the compulsory Grade 12 university or college preparation course. Physics Functions This subject enables students to deepen their understanding of physics concepts This subject introduces the mathematical concept of the function by extending English as a Second Language ESL Level 5 and theories. Students will continue their exploration of energy transformations students’ experiences with linear and quadratic relations. Students will investigate This subject provides students with the skills and strategies they need to make and the forces that affect motion, and will investigate electrical, gravitational, properties of discrete and continuous functions, including trigonometric and the transition to college and university preparation courses in English and and magnetic fields and electromagnetic radiation. Students will also explore exponential functions; represent functions numerically, algebraically, and other secondary school disciplines. Students will be encouraged to develop the wave nature of light, quantum mechanics, and special relativity. They will graphically; solve problems involving applications of functions; investigate inverse independence in a range of academic tasks. They will participate in debates and further develop their scientific investigation skills, learning, for example, how functions; and develop facility in determining equivalent algebraic expressions. lead classroom workshops; read and interpret literary works and academic texts; to analyse, qualitatively and quantitatively, data related to a variety of physics Students will reason mathematically and communicate their thinking as they write essays, narratives, and reports; and apply a range of learning strategies and concepts and principles. Students will also consider the impact of technological solve multi-step problems. research skills effectively. Students will further develop their ability to respond School Literacy Test (OSSLT) and 10 hours of community service. ACHIEVEMENTS (2014) June 2014 Governor General’s Award CHRISTOPHER HII YIK BING (96.00%) Subject Awards HO JIIN-MAY 93.50% Business Studies CHEE WIN NIE 93.50% Business Studies DARREN LEE VUI PHIN 98.00% Computer Science KEVIN NAIR 95.00% English CHRISTOPHER HII YIK BING 99.00% Mathematics ONG JIAJIN 99.00% Mathematics applications of physics on society and the environment. critically to print and media texts. WONG ENOCH CHEN LIK 97.00% Science JOSEPH TEH XUAN REN 94.00% Social Science The Writer’s Craft Literacy Skills: Reading and Writing MOHAMMAD KYLE IMAN BIN NOOR AZMAN 92.00% The Arts This subject emphasises knowledge and skills related to the craft of writing. This subject is designed to help students strengthen essential reading and Students will analyse models of effective writing; use a workshop approach to writing skills, providing them with the extra literacy support they need in order to produce a range of works; identify and use techniques required for specialised graduate. Students will read informational, graphic, and literary texts, with a focus forms of writing; and identify effective ways to improve the quality of their on locating information, identifying main ideas and supporting details, building writing. They will also complete a major paper as part of a creative or analytical vocabulary, and consolidating skills in the application of key comprehension independent study project and investigate opportunities for publication and for strategies. It will also help students develop core learning strategies. writing careers. 47 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS Proficiency Awards (80% & above) 87/153 students CPU graduates in Top 200 universities (2010 - 2014): Australia - 36 Hong Kong - 3 Canada - 283 United Kingdom - 31 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 48 INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (IBDP) JPT/ BPP (A9969) 04/19 • • • • Taylor’s College is the only private college in Malaysia that offers IBDP in a unique college setting that allows students to pursue their interest in a college environment Qualified and experienced teachers with an average of 16 years of teaching experience each Strong academic results - 44% of students achieved 40 points and above (world average is 6.4%) Small classroom size to ensure maximum attention given to all students University placement track record: “85 IB graduates in 58 different universities in 15 different countries” (2011 - 2014) HANNAH KHAW • IBDP May 2014 graduate • Scored 45 points in the May 2014 results • Member of the winning team in the Malaysia Public Policy Competition 2013 • Currently pursuing Political Science in Columbia University, USA “My best years in life were spent during IB diploma programme at Taylor’s College. Personally, IB forced me to stretch out beyond my comfort zone - to pursue knowledge beyond the subjects I was comfortable with, to develop salient links between vastly distinct fields, and to think about how classroom theories could be relevant in the real world. My classmates and I went for an international trip to Cambodia to help communities repair classroom roofs, build a library, and prepare soil for fruit gardens. It was a great chance for us to serve others and it made a difference in my learning experience.” 49 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 50 IBDP PROGRAMME Moulding balanced and internationallyminded future leaders. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) was designed as an academically challenging and balanced programme of education with final examinations that prepare students for success at university and life beyond. The programme is generally taught over two years and has gained recognition and respect from the world’s leading universities. An IBDP student will take 6 subjects from a choice of 12 subjects in 6 groups: Group 1: English A1 (HL & SL) Group 2: French ab initio (SL) or Mandarin ab initio (SL) Group 3: Business & Management (HL or SL) / Economics (HL or SL) / Psychology (HL or SL) Group 4: Biology (HL or SL) / Chemistry (HL or SL) / Physics (HL or SL) Group 5: Mathematics (HL or SL) / Mathematical Studies (SL) Group 6: Theatre (HL or SL) *Students will also need to satisfactorily complete the 3 core components (ToK, Extended Essay and CAS) to be awarded the IB Diploma SUBJECT OPTIONS & DESCRIPTIONS English A Literature Physics This subject is comprised of a body of literary works, works written in English The diploma programme physics course allows students to develop traditional and works translated from other languages into English. It exposes students to practical skills and techniques and increase facility in the use of mathematics, Biology various conceptions, interpretations and experiences of the world, encouraging which is the language of physics. It also allows students to develop interpersonal a personal appreciation of literature as well as the development of an skills, and information and communication technology skills which are essential understanding of various literary techniques. Students learn to structure ideas in modern scientific endeavor and are important life-enhancing, transferable This subject is organized around the themes of Structure and Function, Universality versus Diversity, Equilibrium within Systems, and Evolution. As an experimental science course, it not only provides a theoretical body of knowledge, but also includes practical work that explores methods and techniques that characterize science and technology, developing students’ experimental and investigative scientific skills. In addition, it includes an understanding of the Nature of Science, providing an opportunity to explore the moral, ethical, social, economic and environmental implications of using science and technology in current contexts. Business Management The business management course allows students to develop a holistic knowledge and understanding of business management theories and the characteristics of business organizations in the context of today’s complex and dynamic business environment. They learn to critically analyse, discuss and evaluate business activities at local, national and international levels. In addition, it develops their ability to apply a range of tools and techniques and to explore the six underpinning concepts of change, culture, ethics, globalization, and arguments both orally and in writing, in a logical, sustained and persuasive skills that students need. The Nature of Science, as an overarching theme to the way, and to support them with precise and relevant examples. course, grants students the opportunity to put their learning into context in the 21st century of scientific development. French ab initio and Mandarin ab initio This subject is designed for beginners who have no previous experience of Note: All three of the Sciences have the “nature of science” theme present learning the target language. The focus of this course is not only for students throughout the syllabus. to acquire a basic level of proficiency but to explore different aspects of a topic through a range of resources and to be acquainted with a new, rich culture previously unknown. The students will note the similarities and differences The IB Theatre Arts course is for students who are ready to put ideas into between his or her own culture(s) and those of the target culture(s), fostering a action. The subject introduces a dynamic and wide range of theatre forms in a greater respect for other peoples and the way in which they lead their lives. hands-on way. Students will take inspiration from a variety of performances as audience members, and explore what it means to be a theatre maker by creating Mathematics original productions. Students will have the chance to explore theatre from the Some of the aims of this subject are to enable candidates to: appreciate the perspectives of actor, designer, creator and director. multiplicity of the cultural and historical perspectives of mathematics and to see its beauty, power, usefulness. In addition to developing mathematical innovation and strategy. knowledge of its concept and principles, students develop logical, critical and Chemistry and generalization. At the same time it develops their ability to transfer their This subject is intended as a thorough follow-up of the Chemistry course at SPM/IGCSE Level. It provides more advanced studies of chemistry in some common core topics including Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Practical Chemistry. The Nature of Science theme of the course and the research-based internal assessments provide students with the opportunity to develop world class inquiry skills within an ethical framework fit and international level. It also develops values and attitudes that will enable students to achieve a degree of personal commitment in trying to resolve these issues, appreciating our shared responsibility as citizens of an increasingly interdependent world. Candidates scoring 40 The course syllabus focuses on important mathematical topics that are points & above 44% students (world average at 6%) and with one student scoring maximum 45 points Average score 37.5 points (world average score is 29.8) interconnected. The syllabus is organized and structured with the following tenets in mind: placing more emphasis on student understanding of fundamental Economics raising students’ awareness of their own responsibilities at a local, national 100% (world average at 79%) Mathematical Studies performing routine operations; solving mathematical problems embedded in a students to develop international perspectives and concern for global issues, Pass rate skills to alternative situations and to future developments. for the 21st century. macroeconomics which are applied to real-world issues, encouraging Achievements (2014) creative thinking skills, learning to refine and apply the powers of abstraction concepts than on symbolic manipulation and complex manipulative skills; giving IB Economics emphasizes the economic theories of microeconomics and Theatre Arts greater emphasis to developing students’ mathematical reasoning rather than wide range of contexts; using the calculator effectively. Psychology This subject examines the bidirectional interactions of biological, cognitive and sociocultural influences on human behavior and how behavior may be explained through psychological research. Understanding how psychological knowledge is generated, developed and applied enables students to achieve a greater understanding of themselves and appreciate the diversity of human behavior. Critical thinking is particularly focused to enhance students’ higher order thinking level to enable them in understanding, expanding, evaluating, and analyzing psychological theories. 51 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 52 SOUTH AUSTRALIAN MATRICULATION (SAM) / SACE INTERNATIONAL JPT/ BPP (A10097) 03/19 JPT/ BPP (A9120) 07/18 • • • Strong academic track record: - 77.3% of the world’s 2013 Top SAM Achievers are from Taylor’s College Experienced and trained teachers: - 100% of teachers are trained annually by SACE Board of South Australia - More than 60% of teachers have been in the SACE Board of South Australia panel of examiners Over 30 life skills and character and leadership development programmes University placement track record: “3149 students in 161 universities worldwide” (2010 - 2013) Tan Tian Rong • SAM 2013 graduate • Obtained ATAR 99.00 and SAM Highest Subject Achiever Worldwide for English as Second Language (ESL) Studies • President’s Award Recipient • Currently pursuing Commerce at University of Melbourne “SAM has definitely helped bridge the gap between secondary school and university. Its frequent coursework encouraged me to remain consistent and to balance my time, whilst equipping me with the essential skills of academic report writing, presentation and self expression. These have prepared me well for the university environment, where communication and collaboration are paramount.” 53 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 54 SAM PROGRAMME Nurturing global leaders who care. The South Australian Matriculation (SAM) is the most popular Australian-based Pre-U programme in Malaysia. Many SAM students apply to enter top universities around the world including Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, the UK and the US. SUBJECT OPTIONS & DESCRIPTIONS English as Second Language Studies Psychology Students will examine and analyse texts that they use and respond to in an The study of psychology enables students to understand your own behaviours English-speaking environment for social and academic purposes. Students will ACHIEVEMENTS (2013) and the behaviours of others. It has direct relevance to students’ personal lives. SAM Highest Subject Achiever Accounting : work independently and collaboratively, to solve problems by using contextual Psychological knowledge can be applied to improve outcomes and the quality Worldwide Mohammad Hasif-Irfan Bin clues to predict and confirm the meaning of a text. Students will learn when and of experience in various areas of life, such as education, intimate relationships, Shamsir Adlan how to use a strategy such as asking questions to monitor your understanding child rearing, employment and leisure. Chemistry : of texts. Ynna Lee English as Second Research Project B English Communications Language Studies : In this subject, students choose a research topic that is based on an area of Tan Tian Rong This subject focuses on the development of English skills, and in particular the interest, and a capability (communication, citizenship, personal development, or Physics : communication process. Students learn to recognise the conventions of different work) that is relevant to their research. Students use the research framework as Rayner Goh Zong Xin text types and contexts. They consider the role of language in communication a guide to developing their research and applying knowledge and skills specific between individuals, groups and organisations. to their research topic. Merit Certificates to students for 34 merit certificates outstanding achievement Accounting In this subject, students will acquire knowledge and skills related to the accounting Legal Studies Specialist Mathematics process for organisation and business applications. The process involves Legal Studies explores Australia’s legal heritage and the dynamic nature of the Students will gain the insight, understanding, knowledge, and skills to follow generating, recording, classifying, analysing, interpreting, and reporting accounting Australian legal system within a global context. Students are provided with an pathways that will lead them to become designers and makers of technology. ATAR 99.00 & higher information as a basis for planning, control, and effective decision-making. 9 students understanding of the structures of the Australian legal system and how that system The subject provides pathways into university courses in mathematical sciences, ATAR 95.00 & higher 70 students responds and contributes to social change while acknowledging tradition. engineering, computer science, physical sciences, and surveying. ATAR 90.00 & higher 182 students ATAR 80.00 & higher 353 students Biology In this subject, students will investigate and learn about the structure and Mathematical Studies function of a range of living organisms, how they interact with other living things, Through the study of Mathematical Studies, students will explore, describe and and with their environments. You will have the opportunity to engage with the explain aspects of the world around you in a mathematical way. Students will work of biologists and to join and initiate debates about how biology impacts on understand fundamental concepts, demonstrate mathematical skills, and apply their lives, on society, and on the environment. routine mathematical procedures, making informed and critical use of electronic technology. Chemistry The subject involves investigating and learning about the properties, uses, Nutrition means of production, and reactions of natural and processed materials. It also Students investigate up-to-date scientific information on the role of nutrients in includes a critical study of the social and environmental impact of materials and the body as well as social and environmental issues in nutrition. They explore the chemical processes. links between food, health, and diet-related diseases, and have the opportunity No of students scored: SAM graduates (2010-2013) in: Australia 820 Singapore 26 Malaysia 2108 United Kingdom 69 New Zealand 47 United States 20 and Canada to examine factors that influence food choices and reflect on local, national, Economics Indigenous, and global concerns and associated issues. Studying economics enables students to understand how an economy operates, the structure of economic systems, and the way in which they function. Students Physics will develop an understanding of different economic systems and institutions, The study of physics offers opportunities for students to understand and and can assess the degree to which these systems and institutions help satisfy appreciate the physical world. This subject requires the investigation and people’s needs and wants. interpretation of phenomena of physics through a study of motion in two dimensions, electricity and magnetism, light and matter, and atoms and nuclei. 55 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 56 HELPING YOU TO CONTINUE RIGHT We go beyond providing you a head start, we want to see you through your journey. At Taylor’s College, we have prepared exclusive services to ensure your transition into college and university remains seamless. Student Support • Accommodation • Clubs & Societies • Career & Psychological Counselling Centre • Online Learning Platforms and Communication Portals • International Student Support • English Language Support Scholarships, Bursaries & Discounts University Entrance Tests UNIVERSITY PLACEMENT SERVICES ALL STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITIES OF THEIR CHOICE WHEN SHOULD I APPLY? University Placement Services (UPS) is a one stop university placement centre exclusively for Taylor’s College students and their parents. It has offices located within both the Subang Jaya as well as the Sri COUNTRY INTAKE APPLICATION BEGINS BY Australia February 2016 February 2015 July 2016 August 2015 Canada September 2016 September 2015 United Kingdom September 2016 August 2015 United States of America September 2016 March 2015 Hartamas campuses. UPS’s aim is to place Taylor’s College students into the universities of their choice. It is staffed by experienced Advisors who offer advice and assistance on applications to various universities around the world including those in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, United Kingdom and United States of America. In addition, representatives from local and overseas universities visit and advice Taylor’s College students on study options available at their respective universities. The following is a summary of UPS’s university placement facilities and services for Taylor’s College students:- Information and Advice Assistance with Applications and Preparation for University Admissions • Personalised counselling on local/overseas university and course options • Information sessions by university representatives • Information on accommodation • Information on admission requirements and • Guidance and assistance with Student Visa application processes • Guidance and assistance in completing • Guest lectures by university’s faculty from • Assistance with submitting supporting around the world • Sessions on writing Personal Statements, • Resource centre containing prospectuses/ brochures and application forms • Computer facilities for lodging applications and doing online searches • Notices regarding University Placement events/activities through the Student and Parent Portals as well as student’s Taylor’s email address. application • Pre-Departure information university applications • On-campus “Education Fairs” for popular country destinations Visa and Pre-Departure Assistance documents to the universities Opening Hours: 8.00am - 6.00pm from Mondays to Fridays (Closed during public holidays) Medical Interview Techniques and others Email contact: [email protected] TESTIMONIALS WAYNE BETTS, CHARMAINE TAN LYNN YIN, Associate Director, Admissions, The University of Cambridge, UK The University of Melbourne, Australia “University Placement Services equipped me for university applications and “On behalf of the University of Melbourne International Admissions section, I am thankful for their help in getting to where I am today.” I wish to commend the staff of University Placement Services for their consistently high levels of service to their clients. They are diligent in providing accurate advice to prospective students and presenting complete applications from appropriately-screened applicants. Their counsellors are efficient and responsive. We value our partnership with them.” 59 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 60 STUDENT SUPPORT CENTRE ACCOMMODATION: YOUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME Start your college life right with a comfortable place to live. The accommodation that awaits you provides an ideal environment for you to settle in and make new friends quickly. Taylor’s Residence - Owned by Taylor’s Education Group (TEG) - Over 10 years of experience in student hostel management • Lease: 1 year • Cooking: No • Furnished: Yes • Rental (monthly): RM800 and above • Utilities charges: No • Availability: Taylor’s College Subang Jaya *Shop Hostel - Lease from landlords or agents - MPSJ licensing and guidelines to ensure safety and comfortable environment - Mostly single rooms with minimal units of shared rooms • Lease: Half year or 1 year • Cooking: No • Furnish: Yes • Rental: RM500 - RM700 • Utilities Charges: Some units are included and some are subsidised • Availability: Taylor’s College Subang Jaya *Shared Housing - Lease from landlords or agents - Option to live in an established shared house or set up with friends or acquaintances • Lease: 1 year • Cooking: Yes • Furnished: Yes • Rental (monthly): RM700 and above • Utilities charges: Included except for air-conditioning charges • Availability: Taylor’s College Subang Jaya & Sri Hartamas *Apartments - Lease from landlords or agents - Different style of apartment, including modern designs. - From studio room to 3-bedroom units • Lease: 1 year • Cooking: No • Furnish: Yes • Rental: RM800 and above • Utilities Charges: N/A • Availability: Taylor’s College Subang Jaya & Sri Hartamas YOUR LIFE’S BALANCE SHEET Preparing a budget will help you determine what you can afford to spend on rent and other living cost. We’ve provided you with a rough estimation of your monthly monetary needs. Rental RM500 to RM1200 Location, type and facilities - these factors play a part in how much rental will cost. Be moderate in your selection. Choose a comfortable choice instead of an extravagant one. Food RM800 to RM1000 For three square meals, your recommended average daily budget is RM30. Transportation RM300 Hopping in a cab too often may put your wallet in jeopardy. Public transportation such as public buses and commuter are the cheapest form of transportation to get you around. If you have a car, invest in a monthly parking pass. Entertainment RM200 Two top tips: Tip #1 Movie tickets are cheaper on Wednesdays. Tip #2 Your student card entitles you to discounts; from food and fashion to electronic goods. Communication RM200 Mobile phone usage and internet service can be *The private accommodation are managed by landlords or agents. Taylor’s Hostel Management Level 1, The Boardwalk, No. 2, Jalan Taylor’s, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, T. 603-5631 3400 F. 603-5631 3457 E. [email protected] For more information: Jeffrey Foo (Taylor’s College Subang Jaya) T. 603-5636 2641 M. 6010-363 9614 E. [email protected] 61 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS Nanthini Chandra (Taylor’s College Sri Hartamas) T. 603-6203 0168 E. [email protected] manageable. Utilise cost-saving apps such as Whatsapp, Line and Viber. Other Expenses RM300 Extra money for unexpected moments and emergencies does not apply to late night hunger pangs. A total estimation of living cost while studying with GET ACTIVE: CLUBS & SOCIETIES Maximise your college experience! Choose from an array of clubs and societies including: International Affiliation • • • • • LEO Club Rotaract Club Taylor’s Model United Nations Toastmasters Club Student Council Liberal Arts & Science • • • • • • • • • • • Business Club Computing Technology Club Doctors of Tomorrow (DOT) Club Economania Club Engineering and Robotics Club Law Society Maths Club Pre-Medical Society The Psychology Club Whimsical Science Club Young Entrepreneurs Club Martial Arts & Sports • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Athletics Club Badminton Club Basketball Club Futsal Club Martial Arts Club Netball Club Paintball Club Running Club ScraChess Club Sky Adventure Club Squash Club Storm ‘8’ Club Table Tennis Club Tennis Club Volley Ball Club Yoga Club Performing Arts • • • • Dance Club Music Club Performing Arts Club Vocal Ensemble Common Interest • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Animal Huggers’ Club Anime Club Chinese Club Christian Fellowship De Fashionista Club Debate club Eco Lovers Club Food Club Free Arts Movement Han Guk Club Islamic Society Leaders Club Photography Society Project Adopt Readers’ Club Think Tank Society Welfare and Charity Keen Youth’s Society Literature • Editorial Board Taylor’s College: Cost of living per month: Approx. RM2,100 - RM3,200 Cost of living annually: Approx. RM25,200 - RM38,400 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS PROSPECTUS 62 STUDENT SUPPORT CENTRE START & STAY POSITIVE: COUNSELLING AND CAREER GUIDANCE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS’ SUPPORT Our Career and Psychological Counselling Centre (CPCC) is a feature unique to Taylor’s College. The centre lends a helping hand to ensure students’ well-being and academic success is taken care of. Taylor’s International Office provides support services to promote the well-being and social interaction of international students and help ease their transition to start right in a new and diverse learning environment. It aims at developing students’ personal growth and self-awareness, enabling them to take full advantage of their experiences here at Taylor’s College Visa & Insurance Matters Welfare And Social Interactions • Visa Approval & Student Pass • Immersion/ Orientation programme • International Students Insurance Scheme • Social welfare (medical & emergency assistance) Services • Psychological Counselling: • Social lifestyle (on-campus & multicultural experience) - Provides confidential counselling, emotional/ psychological support and intervention • Social networks (communities & off-campus networking opportunities) • Career guidance: - Guide and support students by providing advise on their career options for university application ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORM & COMMUNICATION PORTALS MASTERY OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE: ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT At Taylor’s College, we believe that continuous communication and interaction plays a pivotal role in every student’s success. English proficiency is vital in ensuring optimum results in the students’ learning experience. As such, it is essential for student s to be fluent in the English language as this will aid them in understanding their lessons better as well as help them communicate well when they are in universities abroad. Some of the platforms used to connect with our students and parents are: Moodle An online learning management system for teachers and students - course materials, notes and resources may be stored and accessed here, At Taylor’s College, the Centre for Languages, Compulsory Subjects and University Entry Tests (CLCSUET) provide optional and additional and course activities, such as discussion forums, chats, blogs, quizzes, assignment submissions, and grading can also take place here. support on English and a variety of examinations for entry into foreign universities. Student and Parent Portals Services These portals provide an online access to information and announcements for students and parents. It contains a wealth of information on • Consultation on university entry tests and registration process (IELTS, TOEFL & MUET) academic and non-academic matters such as: • English courses (English for Academic Purposes & Language Enhancement Course) - Student timetable - Exam calendar • English placement tests (diagnostic tests) - Exam marks - Semester fees payment • Exam preparatory courses (IELTS, TOEFL & MUET) - Announcements - College and student events, talks - University placements fairs and visits and many more 63 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS Facilities • EPiC Lab (EPiC Online services)* * EPiC Online is an online oral coaching programme where you can have one-on-one conversation regularly with language coaches, at your convenience. * IELTS stands for International English Language Testing System. It is accepted by most Australian, British, Canadian, Irish, New Zealand and South African universities. * TOEFL stands for Test of English as a Foreign Language. It is an admission requirement for non-native English speakers wishing to study at American universities. * MUET stands for Malaysian University English Test. It is a test of English language proficiency largely for university admissions in public universities and colleges in Malaysia. TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 64 SCHOLARSHIPS & DISCOUNTS TAYLOR’S COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS The scholarships are applicable to the following Pre-U programmes: • • • • Cambridge A Levels (CAL) Canadian Pre-University (CPU) International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE International Scholarships are applicable for 2015 intakes. For more info on the latest scholarships offered, please contact our Admissions Department or visit www.taylors.edu.my/ preuscholarship. TAYLOR’S EDUCATION GROUP (TEG) STUDENTS DISCOUNT The TEG Students Discount is awarded to students that have completed their studies at Taylor’s sister institutions (secondary schools) within one (1) year of the graduation date. Successful applicants are entitled to a one-time fee deduction of RM1500* for their Pre-U studies. Applicants from Taylor’s sister institutions (as listed below) are invited to apply with their forecast results (before the actual results are released) or their actual results. Applicants must meet the minimum entry requirements and must have completed their studies at our sister institution. • Australian International School Malaysia (AISM) students with Year 11 / 12 Certification • Garden International School (GIS) students with O Level / A Levels certification • Sri Garden (known as Taylor’s International School (TIS) beginning January 2014) students with SPM Certification • NEXUS International School students It is applicable for all intakes of the following Taylor’s Pre-U programmes: • Cambridge A Levels (CAL) • Canadian Pre-University (CPU) • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) • South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE International * Terms & Conditions apply. * Applicants can only choose either TEG Students Discount or Taylor’s College Pre-U Scholarship or Bursary (the higher quantum automatically applies) 65 TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS UNIVERSITY ENTRY TESTS SIBLING & ALUMNI DISCOUNT Quantum: RM500 tuition fee waiver* Requirements: For Sibling Alumni • Requirement: - Currently registered Taylor’s College students • The sibling must be either: - Currently studying; or - Have completed at least one academic year of the programme in Taylor’s College/ Taylor’s University • Documented proof of sibling required: - Photocopy of Birth Certificates for both siblings - Academic Transcript or Student ID Card from Taylor’s University/ Taylor’s College For Parent Alumni • Documented proof of relationship required: - Documented proof of alumni required - Photocopy of birth certificate of students to be enrolled * Each registration is only entitled to a one-time Sibling & Alumni Discount. IELTS SAT The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) assesses the English language proficiency of students who intend to study or work where English is used as the language of communication. IELTS tests all four language skills listening, reading, writing and speaking. The IELTS Speaking test is a face-toface interview with a certified Examiner. IELTS Academic measures the English language proficiency needed for an academic, higher education environment. It is recognised world-wide. The SAT is a suite of tools designed to assess your academic readiness for college. It is the most widely used college admission test in the US. SAT consists of three major sections: Critical Reading, Mathematics, and Writing. International English Language Test System Test registration: Official test centres - IDP and British Council Malaysia Validity: 2 years Source: http://www.ielts.org TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language The TOEFL® test is a English-language test, recognised by more than 9,000 colleges, universities and agencies in more than 130 countries, including Australia, Canada, the U.K. and the United States. The TOEFL iBT® test (internetbased test) is administered via the Internet. The test measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level. Test registration: Online at http://www.ets.org/toefl Validity: 2 years Source: http://www.ielts.org MUET Malaysian University English Test The test is for STPM candidates, matriculation students, diploma and preuniversity students who wish to pursue a first degree programme in Malaysian universities. It is held three times a year, in March, July and November. There are four papers in MUET, Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing. Test registration: Online. Candidates can surf MEC’s portal http://www.mpm. edu.my or http://www.mesp.gov.my/Online to know the process and method to register for MUET. Validity: 5 years PTE Pearson Test of English PTE Academic is a computer-based academic English language test for international study. The test is internationally recognised and is accepted for admissions for thousands of programs. Results are available online, typically within 5 working days. No paper score is provided. Test registration: PTE Academic is delivered through Pearson’s global network of test centers operated by Pearson VUE. Registration for the test is online, on the Pearson VUE website. Validity: 2 years Source: http://pearsonpte.com Scholastic Assessment Test Test registration: Online at http://sat.collegeboard.org/register Validity: 5 years Source: http://sat.collegeboard.org BMAT BioMedical Admissions Test The BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT) is a subject-specific admissions test for applicants to medicine, veterinary medicine and similar courses at universities where the majority of applicants have followed a predominantly UKbased school science curriculum. The BMAT is a 2-hour, pen-and-paper test divided into three sections. It does not require a lot of extra study as it is a test of skills and knowledge that learners are expected to have already. Test registration: Refer to Taylor’s College Exam Unit for registration Validity: 1 year. BMAT results are only accepted by universities in the year candidates apply for university. Source: http://www.admissionstestingservice.org LNAT National Admissions test for Law LNAT was developed by a consortium of UK universities as a fair way to assess a candidate’s potential to study law at undergraduate level, regardless of their education or personal background. The LNAT is designed to be a test of aptitude rather than educational achievement and used alongside standard methods of selection such as A Level (or their global equivalent) results, university applications, and admissions interviews, to give a more accurate and rounded impression of the student’s abilities. Test registration: Online at http://www.lnat.ac.uk or refer to Taylor’s College Exam Unit for registration Validity: LNAT must be taken and the result submitted with the UCAS form during the same academic cycle. Source: http://www.lnat.ac.uk HSK Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi / Chinese Proficiency Test The new HSK is an international standardised exam that tests and rates Chinese language proficiency. It assesses non-native Chinese speakers’ abilities in using the Chinese language in their daily, academic and professional lives. HSK consists of six levels, namely the HSK (level I), HSK (level II), HSK (level III), HSK (level IV), HSK (level V), and HSK (level VI). Test registration: At certified test centres: http://www.thelanguagetree.com.my http://mjlc.edu.my Validity: 2 years Source: http://english.hanban.org TAYLOR’S COLLEGE PROSPECTUS 66 Contacts Taylor's Regional Education Counselling Centres Start Right with Taylor’s College. www.taylors.edu.my/college Taylor’s College