IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME OPPORTUNITY

IB DIPLOMA
PROGRAMME
OPPORTUNITY











THE MALAY COLLEGE KUALA KANGSAR (MCKK), ESTABLISHED IN 1905, THROUGHOUT THE CENTURY
HAS GREATLY INFLUENCED THE ACADEMIC LANDSCAPE OF MALAYSIA WITH ITS OUTSTANDING
ACHIEVEMENTS AND GLOBAL RECOGNITIONS. IN 2011, MCKK, ONCE AGAIN, IS HONOURED TO BE THE
FIRST GOVERNMENT SCHOOL IN MALAYSIA TO BE CERTIFIED AS AN IB WORLD SCHOOL BY THE
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE ORGANISATION (IBO). THIS HAS ALLOWED MCKK TO CONDUCT THE
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (IBDP).

MCKK is proud to adopt the IBDP as it is a highly acclaimed Our graduates have also achieved excellent results and gained
diploma programme that is available in more than 140 countries access to wide range of universities from all over the world
around the world, with more than 1.3 million graduates including United Kingdom, United States of America , Australia,
worldwide. This has certainly propelled MCKK to a whole new andNew Zealand.
level of excellence and we are thrilled at the prospect of being At the Malay College, we are always striving to better ourselves
able to offer this internationally recognised programme. and make a difference. Through the IBDP, it is hoped that we will
be able to continue producing students that possess the right
IBDP at MCKK seeks to offer quality all-round education that is acumen to become future leaders of the nation or in whatever
designed to uphold individual excellence in all aspects and we fieldthey pursue.We lookforwardtowelcomeyouat MCKK.
strive to develop students who will build a better world through
their full potential. In order to do that, the coordinator, our highly Anand Baharuddin
trained teachers, administrators as well as the stakeholders have Principal
worked very closely together in order to ensure the success of
the programme.

Throughout the five years of its establishment, the programme
has ventured so far ahead from when it first began. I am pleased
to say that throughout the years, the IBDP at MCKK has
successfully established various partnerships; local and
international .

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TO ENABLE STUDENTS TO DEVELOP AS LEARNERS, DEVELOP THEIR IDEAS, OPINIONS
AND ACHIEVE THE FULL POTENTIAL WE WILL PUT THEM AT THE HEART OF LEARNING.
WE ENCOURAGE LEARNERS TO CONTINUE THEIR JOURNEY TO BECOME THE MOST
INDEPENDENTANDSELF-MOTIVATEDLEARNERSTHEY CANPOSSIBLYBE.

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP)
at the Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK) offers a
comprehensive curriculum package that develops academic
potentials as well as personal and social attributes of our
students. The programme allows maximum flexibility and
students can play to their strengths while maintaining a
balance ofsubjectstaken.

Whether the passion is in arts, the sciences, humanities or
languages, the courses provide maximum possibilities for
their future. The intensive and rigorous curriculum will
provide the students with an excellent preparation for their
tertiary education. Through the programme, students are
required to be committed and are encouraged to fulfill all
aspects of the IB learner profile – to be inquirers,
knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-
minded, caring, risks-takers, balanced and reflective, as valued
by the IBWorldSchools.

We also provide many opportunities to engage socially – in
activities such as arts, performance, sports, and charity
work – as well as to develop leadership, knowledge and
transferable skills to prepare students for the future through
the CAS Programme (Creativity, Activity, Service). Here
students will have the opportunity to pursue their intellectual
curiosity and acquire the habits of mind which will enhance
future experiencesoflife.

Recognised all over the world, the IBDP at MCKK is a direct
route to endless possibilities. The intellectual rigour of the
diploma programme, coupled with the breadth of
co-curricular opportunities and MCKK’s effervescent ethos
will prepare students to embrace the world beyond school.
We look forward to welcomingyou to be part of this amazing
programme.

Norsafaliza Ibrahim
DiplomaProgramme Coordinator

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Excellence,
Harmony,
Leadership.

THE IBDP MCKK AIMS TO DEVELOP

INDEPENDENT LIFELONG LEARNERS IN

KEEPING WITH THE COLLEGE’S QUEST

FOR OVERALL EXCELLENCE IN
PRODUCING RESPONSIBLE LEADERS
WHO UPHOLD TRADITIONAL VALUES
AND NATIONAL ASPIRATIONS
TOWARDS CREATING

A PRODUCTIVE AND

PEACEFUL GLOBAL

FUTURE.

What is the International Baccalaureate (IB) 1.7
Education ? 152

The IB continuum of international education for students aged 3 to 19 *as of May 2017
years old is unique because of its academic and personal rigour. The
educationchallengesstudentsto excelintheirstudiesandintheirpersonal What is IB Diploma?
development. It aims to inspire a love of learning throughout life that is
marked by enthusiasm and empathy. The IB aspires to help schools The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
developwell-roundedstudents,who respondto challengeswithoptimism (IBDP) is an academically challenging and balanced
and an open mind, are confident in their own identities, make ethical programme of education with final examinations that
decisions, join with others in celebrating our common humanity and are prepares students, aged 16 to 19, for success at
prepared to apply what they learn in real-world, complex and university and in life beyond. It has been designed to
unpredictable situations. address the intellectual, social, emotional and physical
well-being of students. The programme has gained
recognition and respect from the world’s leading
universities.

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THE AIMOFALLIBPROGRAMMESISTODEVELOPINTERNATIONALLYMINDEDPEOPLE
WHO, RECOGNISING THEIR COMMON HUMANITY AND SHARED GUARDIANSHIP OF

THE PLANET, HELP TO CREATE A BETTER AND MORE PEACEFUL WORLD.

AS IB LEARNERS, WE STRIVE TO BE:

THE IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

PREPARING STUDENTS FOR SUCCESS IN HIGHER EDUCATION AND TO BE ACTIVEINAGLOBALSOCIETY.

IT STARTS HERE, CHOOSING THE SUBJECTS YOU WANT TO STUDY, THE FUTURE UNIVERSITY YOU
WANT TO ENROLL IN AND ULTIMATELY ,THE PATH YOU TAKE TO PURSUE YOUR DREAM.

You can see how the programme works by
reviewing the diagram below. DP students
must choose one subject from each of six
subject group; three of these must be at
higher level (HL) and three at standard level
(SL).

How to choose:

Students choose the HL subjects from those
subjects which they enjoy most and which
support their career aspirations. These
subjects are the ones that you will study in
depth. Choose the SL to give a balance to the
programme or the chosen career path.

Getting the right balance between HL and SL
is very important. This allows students to
place emphasis on the subjects they are most
interested in. In addition to the subjects
above, students must also complete the core
elements that broaden educational
experience and challenge students to apply
their knowledge and skills.

The next page provides a list of subjects
offered at MCKK.

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GROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3
STUDIES IN STUDIESIN LANGUAGE INDIVIDUALS AND
LANGUAGE AND
LITERATURE AQCUISITION SOCIETY

CREATIVITY,ACTIVITY, EXTENDED ESSAY (EE) GROUP 4
SERVICE(CAS) SCIENCES

THEORY OF GROUP 5 GROUP 6
KNOWLEDGE (TOK) MATHEMATICS THE ARTS

Students wishing to join the International
Baccalaureate Diploma Programme at MCKK should
be Malay male students aged 17 to 18 years old and
have at least completed one of the following formal
education:

* StudentsmustbefluentinEnglish,possess strong
leadership skills and excel in co-curricular activities.

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The school provides accommodation for all studentsfor the whole 2 yearsof the study, much more than just a hostel,this is
also where students will engage in a lot of studying and socialising. Each room is a twin sharing room that is fully furnished
with allthebasicnecessities.Ontopofthat,studentswillalsobeprovided with mealsfullboard.

Other facilities at MCKK include:

Dining hall
Prayer hall
Recreational facilities
Playing fields
Swimming pool
Fitness Gym

IBDP at MCKK offers an inspiring
place to study, with comprehensive
facilities provided to suit the
needs of every student. Wi-fi
connectivity is available almost
everywhere in the IB complex.
The look and feel of the school
itself reflects a lot on the long
historical values that the school
has. The contemporary decor and
beautiful classic architecture
combined to make this a pleasant
yet exciting place to study, and
certainly a unique space for an IB
World School. Other facilities at the
Sultan Azlan IB Complex include:
Academic Block
Science Laboratories
Library and Access Centre
Conference Room
Art room

WE UNDERSTAND THAT THERE MAY BE OCCASIONS WHEN STUDENTS NEED SOME
ASSISTANCE TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE TIME HERE. THUS, WE PROVIDE A WIDE
RANGE OF STUDENT SUPPORT TO MEET THE NEEDS OF OUR STUDENTS. OUR STAFF
ARE DEDICATED IN HELPING TO MAKE THE MOST OF THE OPPORTUNITY AND IN
ASSISTING STUDENTS NEED TO FULFILL THEIR POTENTIAL AT THE MCKK IBDP AND
BEYOND.

These are some of the supports available.

A careercounsellorisavailableto guide andhelp studentswith Each student will be assigned a mentor who will provide
their university applications, as well as to steer students on the personal, one-to-one academic guidance and support
correct career pathways. This unit offers extensive resources throughout thetwo-yeardiplomaprogramme.
to assist students in the search for appropriate courses and
universities.Onetoone counsellingsessionsare also provided.

In addition, students will be assigned to a teacher supervisor Enrichment classes are special classes conducted by
who will offer a further layer of pastoral care. The supervisor teachers to help assist students in their learning, while
will help supervise academic progress, and overseeing workshops and seminars help to further advance
assignments especially in helping students with EE and other students’ academic skills.
related subjects.
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The IB diploma employs a point-based scoring system. The highest possible score for an IB diploma is
45 points. The possible 45 points are awarded as follows:

Eachofthesixsubject areaisawardeda EE and ToK will award a total Astudent who achieves24 ormore
mark on a scale of 1 to 7. maximumof3 point. points isawardedadiploma(aslongas
(7 x6=42)
(42+3=45 thefullmark) certainfailingcriteriaare avoided).

When all the requirements are met, then congratulations!
A wide range of possibilities has just been opened!

YEARS MCKK’S AVERAGE GLOBAL AVERAGE The table shows a comparison between
2013 MCKK’s yearly average score to the global
2014 34.56 29.80 average score.
2015
2016 35.31 30.06 MCKK throughout the years has
2017 consistently been able to surpass the
32.76 29.88 global average. This is a testament of
MCKK’s dedication and professionalism in
34.00 30.07 producing world class graduates.

35.00 29.95 Apart from that, at MCKK we take pride in
our students’ achievements and constantly
* The maximum score is 45 points and to pass is 24 reflect on our teaching practices in order to
provide better education for them.
points.

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Canada 0.93% UNITED KINGDOM 54.21 %

Egypt 0.93%

U.s.a 4.67 %

MALAYSIA 26.17 %

AUSTRALIA 10.28 %

SINGAPORE 0.93 %
NEW ZEALAND 1.87 %

GRADUATES DESTINATION

OUR GRADUATES OVER THE YEARS HAVE SUCCESSFULLY SECURED THEMSELVES IN VARIOUS LEADING
UNIVERSITIES AROUND THE WORLD AS SHOWN ABOVE.

OUR ALUMNI IN THEIR OWN WORDS

“ My interest in community services started with CAS activities at IBDP MCKK, I discovered that small acts of
compassion and love can make a difference in someone’s life. More importantly, I have also discovered that
changes inothers dohaveaninspiringimpact onme.”
Fakhrul Haziq Mohd Noor Afindi
Chemical Engineering: University College London

“ Idiscoveredmypassionfor VisualArts at IBDP MCKK.Iam now studyingaccounting& financebut
mypassionforpaintinghas notdiminishedat all.Istillpaint.Andwillcontinuetodoso.”
Muhammad Arif Zainal,
Accounting & Finance: Cardiff University

“I was one of four Malaysian students chosen by Axiata for the MY ASEAN Internship Programme 2015 in
Cambodia. The working atmosphere was exciting and dynamic. Learning from experienced professionals
was an eye-opener but in getting along with other nationals required a high degree of international
mindedness whichIwas first exposedtoat IBDPMCKK.”
Muhammad Harrith Redza Zulkefli,
Economics: Exeter University
CurrentlyworkingforKHAZANAH NASIONAL

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IZZAN SHAHIRAN ISHAK

MAJESTICLEGACY (2016)

Watercolour on watercolour paper

AT THE IBDP MCKK WE ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO CHALLENGE THEIR
OWN CREATIVITY AND CULTURAL EXPECTATIONS BEYOND BOUNDARIES.

AKMAL BIN ABDUL MALIK
BROKEN (2015)

ASLAM NORHAN
GREATEST BENEVOLENT (2017)

ASLAM NORHAN SHAKEER ABDUL RAHMAN
AT DAWN (2016) MALAYAN TIGER (2016)

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IBDP HOLISTIC APPROACH AIMS TO STRENGTHEN AND EXTEND
STUDENTS’ PERSONAL AND INTERPERSONAL LEARNING AT ITS BEST.

“ Exploring and extending ideas leading to an original or
interpretive product and performance ”

“ Collaborative and reciprocal engagement with the
community and response to an authentic need ”

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For more information contact one
of the following:

The Malay College Kuala Kangsar
International Baccalaureate
33000 Kuala Kangsar,
Perak

+6057761680/ +6057761400
ibc@mckk.edu.my

www.mckk.edu.my
www.ibdpmckk.com

THE MALAY COLLEGE KUALA KANGSAR (photo)
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

33000 KUALA KANGSAR,
PERAK, MALAYSIA

Phone : +605-7761680 Fax : +605-7763719

Application Form

( Please complete this form neatly in BLOCK letters )

I. PERSONAL PARTICULARS Age:
Name:
NRIC No:
Date of Birth :
Address:

Tel: Email:

II. ACADEMIC DETAILS Grade Subject Grade
SPM Result: (Please include a copy)

Subject

KNOWLEDGE OF LANGUAGES (Excellent, Average)

Language Written Spoken

III. CO-ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES Position held Period of
School Sports/Clubs/Societies Involvement

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Special knowledge/Skills (in music, drama, dance etc.) Year

Awards/training/medals/prizes received
Description

IV. FAMILY BACKGROUND Relationship:
Parents/Guardians Income:
Name:
NRIC No :
Occupation:
Company Address:

Tel: Email:

Name: Relationship:
NRIC No: Income:
Occupation:
Company Address:

Tel: Email:

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Siblings

Name Age School

V. STUDENT QUESTIONS
Please answer the following questions in the space provided or attach an additional page, if necessary.

1. Why do you want to become an IB student? What aspects of the program most appeal to you? How
do you feel that the IB Program may help you reach your future goals?

2. The IB Program is a program for students who are highly motivated academically. Please provide an
example of something that you do, or have done, that demonstrates that you are an academically
highly motivated student. Include a brief explanation.

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VI. DECLARATION
I hereby acknowledge that all information provided or shall be provided by me in this form or through any
other supporting documents are true and accurate and MCKK shall be at liberty to decline my application
herewith if any information provided by me is found to be false and inaccurate.

This form may be reproduced in Portable Document Format (PDF), photocopied or facsimile, and the
reproduced form shall be binding on me as the original.

By signing below, I hereby acknowledge that I have read, understood and agree to the above statement(s).

___________________________ _____________________
Signature of Applicant Date

___________________________ _____________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian Date

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