ADMISSION POLICY DP@TKC Review 17 January

Diploma Programme Tunku Kurshiah College © Diploma Programme Tunku Kurshiah College © Introduction and TKC History Tunku Kurshiah College started as the Malay Girls College, which was situated in Batu 4, Jalan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur. The establishment of this all-girls fully residential school was proposed by the former member of the Legislative Assembly, Dato’ Sheikh Ahmad Al-Haj during the 1939 State Council Meeting. The main purpose of establishing the college was to provide a stable platform for girls who wanted to further their studies to high school as girls in those days were not given much opportunity to secondary and tertiary education. It was also to provide an incentive for Malay parents to give their daughters better education. In April 1962, the Malay Girl’s College moved to Seremban and the name was changed to Kolej Tunku Kurshiah in honour of Tunku Kurshiah binti Almarhum Tunku Besar Burhanuddin, the first Seri Paduka Baginda Raja Permaisuri Agong and also the Tunku Ampuan Besar or Queen of Negeri Sembilan. The college was officially commenced by Almarhum Duli Yang Maha Mulia Tuanku Yang Dipertuan Besar Negeri Sembilan, Tunku Munawir on May 24, 1963. After having great achievements throughout 50 years, the day came for TKC to move to a new location. The new home for TKC is now situated in Bandar Enstek and it was officially opened for its first day of school in 2013. Today, being recently categorized as one of Malaysia’s National Flagship Schools by the Ministry of Education, Tunku Kurshiah College is one of the schools that offers a diploma programme. TKC Mission Statement Kolej Tunku Kurshiah’s mission is to develop holistic individuals who are independent and highly intellectual by providing a world- class education within a conducive learning environment, in line with the National Education Philosophy. We strive to nurture active and compassionate life-long learners with exceptional leadership qualities and talents. We aspire to instill international mindedness in preparing responsible members of the international community who sustain local values and tradition. IB Mission Statement The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. Diploma Programme Tunku Kurshiah College © To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment. These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right. Aim The principal aim of the Admission Policy of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at Tunku Kurshiah College (IBDP@TKC) is to offer admission to students with diverse intellectual capacity that fulfills the requirement of the existing admission policy of TKC. Objectives The objectives of this admission policy are: 1. to empower applicants by allowing them to manage their applications. 2. to serve as a guideline for students’ admission into the diploma programme. 3. to describe the requirements and eligibility for applications. 4. to outline and facilitate applicants with the application procedures and the documents for submission. 1.0 Criteria for entry Applicants who are pursuing IB Diploma Programme must satisfy the following general admission requirements as well as the programme specific requirements: 1.1 General Requirement Applications will be considered in the light of a candidate’s ability to meet the following criteria: 1.1.1 Applicants must be Malay females; 1.1.2 Applicants must be of Malaysian nationality; 1.1.3 Applicants must be academically motivated, aged between 16-20 years old; 1.1.4 Applicants must be healthy; 1.1.5 Applicants must be prepared to perform well academically and seek academic challenges; 1.1.6 Applicants must have the desire to share intellectual experiences and collaborate with other students; Diploma Programme Tunku Kurshiah College © 1.1.7 Applicants must be ready to read extensively and fluent in written and oral English & Malay languages; 1.1.8 Applicants must be proficient in Mathematics; 1.1.9 Applicants must have the aspiration to pursue studies at a world leading college or university; 1.1.10 Applicants must have self-initiative and are goal-oriented; 1.1.11 Applicants must not have any criminal record. 1.2 Academic Requirement 1.2.1 All applicants must have completed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), and certificates must be current (not more than two years old from the current year of application); 1.2.2 Students must obtain a minimum of 7As and above in the SPM examination with a distinction in English and Mathematics. 1.2.3 Students can also apply using other equivalent qualifications such as IGCSE, MYP, and O-Level. Students applying with these qualifications need to contact the IBDP office for further information. 1.3 Co-curricular Requirement 1.3.1 Applicants will need to be outstanding in extracurricular/community service activities. In addition, applicants must possess values and ethics, academic ability and potential, motivation, commitment and self-discipline. 1.3.2 Ultimately, all admission decisions are based on academic criteria, and excellence in an extracurricular activity alone will never ‘compensate’ for lower academic potential. 1.4 Health 1.4.1 All applicants must have excellent health. Medical examinations must be conducted prior to registration at government hospitals or approved private health institutions. 1.4.2 Admission of students with special needs is subject to facilities and resources available. Diploma Programme Tunku Kurshiah College © 1.5 Financial background 1.5.1 All applicants must be fully sponsored by governmental/ non-governmental organizations, as well as private scholarship. 1.5.2 Non-sponsored students will need to provide evidence of sufficient financial capability to fund the whole course. 2.0 Applications Process 2.1 Submission of application 2.1.1 All applicants are required to apply directly to IBDP Kolej Tunku Kurshiah. The application form is available via the Kolej Tunku Kurshiah IBDP website www.tkc.edu.my/admission. Students are required to submit the following documents: a) Application form (can be downloaded from the website or collected from the IBDP@TKC Office); b) Medical and Health Record form (included in Application form) c) A recent colour passport size photograph of the applicant. d) A copy of the applicant's birth certificate and identity card. e) A copy of both parents’ identity cards. f) Most recent year's school report and testimonial regarding character and ability from the Principal/class teacher/school counsellor. g) Additional documents may be required as and when necessary 2.1.2 Submission of the completed application form and the relevant documents must be made by the due date stipulated by the college. Failure to complete and submit on time may affect applications. 2.1.3 Submission of an application does not guarantee admission. The decision to accept a student is based on the fulfilment of admission requirements, availability of placement and the student’s ability to fulfil the requirements of the programme. 2.2 Assessment 2.2.1 Shortlisted applicants are scheduled for an assessment or interview. 2.2.2 The nature of the assessment varies from year to year and may require the applicant meeting a member of the academic staff. The Diploma Programme Tunku Kurshiah College © assessment process is designed to ensure that the placement of all students will best meet their educational and personal requirements. The assessment is also designed to help ascertain whether a student would require specific support. 2.3 Application Review 2.3.1 A committee comprising the Principal, IBDP Coordinator, Counselor and academic members will review the applications in order to determine the placement of applicants into the programme. 2.3.2 Assessed applications will be reviewed taking into consideration various factors, including the results of the assessment, school reports, subject options at IB Diploma, English language proficiency level, student's demeanour and availability of placement. The School reserves the right to accept or refuse admission, with reasons deemed appropriate. Where places are insufficient, applicants may remain in a queue. 2.4 Offer of Place 2.4.1 If the application is successful, an offer of place will be made. Placement of the student is at the absolute discretion of the school. 2.4.2 An offer of admission to the school is also based on the belief that a student will benefit from the curriculum offered and that her admission will support the education of existing students. It is possible that a child is accepted on specific conditions. 2.4.3 A special 20% priority allocation is given to current students of Kolej Tunku Kurshiah upon completion of the national examination, Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and they must meet all the general requirements to apply for the programme. 2.4.4 Successful applicants will be issued an offer acceptance form which must be replied, following the date set by the college. 2.4.5 Applicants and parents are invited to visit IBDP Kolej Tunku Kurshiah to discuss the programme and their child’s needs. Please contact the IBDP Coordinator to arrange for an appointment. 2.5 Admission Diploma Programme Tunku Kurshiah College © 2.5.1 Admission is accepted once a year between June and August. 2.5.2 Once the applicant has confirmed an acceptance of offer, the college will communicate the start date of the programme via email. 2.5.3 The Admission department will provide a checklist and detailed instructions as preparation for the registration day. 3.0 Personal Information 3.1.1 Students should understand that any false, inaccurate or misleading information could jeopardize the admission to the college. 3.1.2 Students must at all times inform the college of any changes to information given on admission formally in writing.

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