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Institution Profile
Background of Institution
MCKL was established in 1983 as a private educational institution by the Methodist Council of Education.
The College is the successor to Methodist High School, which emerged as a school of second chances in 1969. The school welcomed many students who had lost their seats in government schools, and prepared them for higher education and employment.
As the student population expanded, the school was later renamed Methodist College Kuala Lumpur. Under the direction of principal Mrs F. R. Bhupalan starting in 1983, the focus then shifted to pre-university courses.
MCKL first offered secondary education (Form 1 to Form 5), Form 6, and A Levels. In 1994, the students at the secondary education level were relocated to a new campus in Sentul, currently known as Wesley Methodist School, to accommodate their increasing numbers. In 1999, Methodist College Kuala Lumpur in Brickfields shifted its focus to A Levels, followed by the introduction of AUSMAT, Diploma in Early Childhood Education, CAT and ACCA, and the American Degree Transfer Program.
The college building was given a major renovation and expansion in the year 2008 with the help of the Methodist Church, who financed the launching fund. The College then raised the remaining renovation funds by itself, and the new building was completed in 2010.
Programme Outline
As of 2020, MCKL offers the following programmes:
- Cambridge A Levels
- Australian Matriculation
- American Degree Transfer Program
- Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Diploma in Social Work
- Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Cambridge International Diploma in Teaching & Learning
MCKL is known for its academic excellence and affordable fees, and consistently producing well-rounded individuals who can readily excel in society. The College also offers scholarships ranging from 15% to 100% and provides financial aid to many students who require it.
Its mission, “To nurture a community where excellence, in all its forms, is celebrated; and where individuals come alive to their God-given ability to make a unique difference in the world” is the main driver for its staff and students. They are grounded by MCKL’s ten core values; honour God, respect yourself, respect others, respect property, cherish relationships, cherish nature, cherish our nation, celebrate excellence, celebrate diversity, celebrate volunteerism.
Having close to 200 staff, MCKL conducts a thorough screening process before employing them. The lecturers are required to have at least a degree in related disciplines, and class observations are done every semester to ensure high standards of teaching.
MCKL provides study areas such as the library, dedicated study rooms, and open-air areas for students to enjoy.
The Student Experience
MCKL has various departments to cater to the various needs of its students:
- Psychology and Learning centre – for emotional needs
- University Placement Unit – for university options after Pre-University
- Accommodation Unit – for students seeking accommodation
- International Students Office – for international students who require assistance
- Book Corner – for students to purchase books or stationaries
- Student Services Office – for non-academic services
Orientation camps are organised for new students to get to know the College and their peers better. MCKL also organises inter-cohort games for students to mix with people from other programmes. Lecturers also often take part in these games.
There are many clubs and societies for students to join. These are managed by the students, to facilitate the development of important soft skills. Also, MCKL students are required to go through Service Learning and Character Formation classes in their first semester.
The Service Learning course is an educational experience that requires participation in an organised service activity to meet identified community needs. Students reflect on their service activity through writing, discussion, and reading to gain a better understanding of their course content, broaden their appreciation of the discipline, and enhance their sense of civic responsibility. Students learn through hands-on interaction and experience, and relate these to their course material via discussion and written assignments.
Character Formation is a niche course provided by MCKL, required for most of the programmes. A unique course, it touches barely on academics but focuses heavily instead on fundamental aspects of life. Students will be challenged to rethink their positions and question their values regarding what it means to be human and what it means to be in a community. Topics that are discussed are usually taboo, such as pornography, disability, and racism. Contemporary issues are brought forward in class, and discussions are guided to spur critical thinking and creative problem-solving. The class focuses on changing not the behaviour, but the hearts and minds of students, asking them what it means to live a good life.
Students at MCKL can be assured that the staff are ever willing to help. MCKL promotes a family-like culture and a safe space for students to grow and experiment. Many activities involve both students and lecturers, such as the Orientation Camp, and annual student balls, and alumni from years prior would still frequently visit their lecturers.
Recognition and Accreditation
MCKL has been a familiar face in the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards with student achieving Top in the World and Top in Malaysia in back to back award.
In CAT and ACCA, MCKL students have been consistently achieving Top in the World and Top in Malaysia as well.
All programmes offered at MCKL are recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
Courses Offered
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Accountancy Professional Qualification
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Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)Level: Accountancy Professional QualificationFees (Local): FT: Est. 33,000 ; PT: Varies from estimated 10,000 Duration: FT: 24 months ; PT: Varies from 6 months |
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Semi Professional Accounting Qualification
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Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) QualificationLevel: Semi Professional Accounting QualificationFees (Local): Est. 17,000 Duration: 15 months |
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Pre-University/Foundation Studies
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Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT)Level: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): Est. 25,000 Duration: 12 months |
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Cambridge A LevelLevel: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): Est. 35,000 Duration: 15-18 months |
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Cambridge A Level - German PathwayLevel: Pre-University/Foundation StudiesFees (Local): Est. 38,000 Duration: 18 months |
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Diploma Level
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Diploma in Early Childhood EducationLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): FT: 24250/Course ; PT: 15500 Duration: 2.5 years (3 years for Blended Mode) |
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Diploma in Social WorkLevel: Diploma LevelFees (Local): 23359/Course Duration: 3 years & 3 months |
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Bachelor's Degree Level
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American Degree Transfer Program (ADTP)Level: Bachelor's Degree LevelFees (Local): Est. 38,000 Duration: Approx. 1-2 years in MCKL + 2-3 years in U.S. |
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Contact Details
Methodist College Kuala Lumpur
Address: Off Jalan Tun Sambanthan 4, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur Wilayah Persekutuan |
Type: Private College Tel: 0322741851Fax: 0322736102 Website: http://www.mckl.edu.my/ |
Active Scholarships
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MCKL Other Scholarship 2020
Deadline: OngoingMethodist College Kuala Lumpur (MCKL) is offering scholarships to Malaysians who wish to pursue their education with MCKL.OngoingMCKL Special Scholarship 2020
Deadline: OngoingSpecial Scholarships will be awarded to students in the following categories.OngoingMCKL Merit Scholarship 2020
Deadline: Before the end of the 6th week of the first semesterStudents with excellent SPM/IGCSE results will be considered for various scholarships for the following courses of study.Before the end of the 6th week of the first semester
Key Personnel
![]() Ms Angela PokChief Executive Officer , Methodist College Kuala Lumpur Ms Angela Pok is the Chief Executive Officer of MCKL. She holds an MBA from the University of Southern Queensland and a professional qualification from Tunku Abdul Rahman University College. She has more than 20 years of management experience in tertiary education, having served in both public and private universities. She was Vice-President of Student Experience at Taylor’s University from September 1997 to March 2017 before assuming the role of Director of Transnational Education and Strategy at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia SPACE (UTMSPACE) from April 2017 to July 2019. At UTM, she was involved in transnational education engagement where she spearheaded the successful implementation of franchise campuses in a few countries, making UTM the first Malaysian public university to offer local degree programmes abroad. She has always been passionate about providing positive student experiences that enhance student learning at universities and institutions of higher learning. This has led to her appointment as the President of Asia Pacific Student Services Association (APSSA), a role which allows her to enhance liaison and collaboration among student services practitioners of the Asia Pacific region. Ms Angela has vast experience managing high volume of staff and working with diverse staff of different levels. She specialises in higher education management and administration, leadership and staff development as well as institutional strategic planning. She has been involved in the strategic planning trainings to a few key groups that include:
Ms Angela is committed and ready to steer the College and its community to greater heights. Her vision for MCKL can best be summed up as MCKL 4.0: The Institution of Excellence for Life. |
Student Testimonials
![]() Ang Guo WengFormer CAT2019, Current ACCA2020 Before I handed in my admission form to MCKL, I visited many other colleges. I admitted that other colleges might have better facilities and all. Still, I felt something different about MCKL, the way they run the college was not so commercialized, but instead, they often put the students' benefit as their main priority. |
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![]() Caleb Tay Hong TengA-Level Class of 2014 “My friends said that MCKL students have good character, and I had also heard that many of them have been to elite universities around the world because MCKL helped them to become well-rounded in skills and knowledge. I wasn’t disappointed. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the lecturers really went the extra mile to help us even when we messaged them outside of college hours. Once I’m done with my gap year to get some work experience and social skills, I intend to apply to the US and UK to study Electrical & Electronic Engineering.” |
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![]() Ms Chin Hui Yin, A-Level Class of 2014Pharmacy in University College London, UK on a JPA Scholarship “MCKL exceeded my expectations. The campus was clean, conducive to studying, and it had a good reputation for academic performance. Both the students and lecturers were very helpful to me and my friends when we had trouble finding places or handling our homework. The staff of the University Placement Office also made a huge difference when I applied through UCAS; they gave me a lot of useful advice and I eventually got offers from all five universities that I applied to.” |
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![]() Ms Olivia Francis, CAT Class of 2014Joined MCKL for CAT Olivia received an offer from MCKL to study the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) programme on a full tuition scholarship with Financial Aid covering miscellaneous fees, and the Elena Cooke Education Fund (under the BBGS Alumni), had pledged to cover her book fees, travel expenses as well as a bit of a meal allowance. Olivia only had to pay for the exam fees. |
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![]() Ms. Alice Shin Jeong Sook, South KoreaBusiness English & Certificate in English, Jul 2006 - Nov 2007 After attending 14 weeks of the course, now I know many words to use for business. The teachers are professional and very passionate people. Mrs. Tan pushes us to learn the proper English. Their spirit to teach us is very inspiring. Now I can do presentation in English. My classmates are very nice and this makes the atmosphere very friendly. We all learn English together and laugh at each other’s mistakes. |
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![]() Ms. Bita Bastani, IranA-Level, U.K., March 2006 to June 2007 The staff in the student services department are really helpful in getting my student visa. They also provide special information on how to become comfortable in Malaysia. All the facilities are good enough to help me to study better and enjoy my time in the college. I just want to let you know that I'm glad to be a student in Methodist College Kuala Lumpur. |