Sunway A-Level high achievers garner scholarship to University of Auckland

Sunway College’s Cambridge Advanced Level Programme (A-Level) students are slowly starting to see their dreams turn into a reality as they continue to gleam with achievement. Stephenas Teh Wee Seng and Teh Shin Yee are not only high achievers but have received scholarships to pursue their degree in University of Auckland, New Zealand.

Stephenas clinched the “Top in the World” Award for Accounting at AS Level during the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards recently. The Sunway Cambridge Advanced Level Programme (A-Level) student who is also a Petronas scholar scored 4 A* in Math, Accounting, Economics and Law after sitting for his A-Level examinations last year. Classmate, Teh Shin Yee, who scored 1 A* for Accounting and 2 A for Math and Economics garnered The Dean’s Asia Scholarship worth $26,040 at the University of Auckland Business School.

Stephenas (left) with Rajesvaran Murugan, Deputy Director of Programme A- Level.

Stephenas who will be pursuing his undergraduate studies in Accounting and Finance said, “I knew the A-level course was a difficult one. I didn’t really know what to expect when I started but I aimed to do my best. It was my faith and my determination that helped me. This is really God’s blessing for me. The lecturers were really good and went all out to help their students.” Stephenas was a debater in the A-Level programme. His team took part in the National Novice Debating Championship at UiTM in March 2011 and emerged runner-up in the competition.

Teh Shin Yee received The Dean’s Asia Scholarship worth $26,040 to pursue her undergraduate studies at the University of Auckland Business School.

Shin Yee was surprised to receive the scholarship award. She shared, “I listened attentively in class and spent an ample amount of time looking for extra materials to support my revision. It also required a lot of discipline and a sacrifice of personal time.” The selection committee was most impressed with Shin Yee’s application, for it highlighted not only her strong academic credentials but also showed her to be a well-rounded person who cares for her family and community. Shin Yee has been active in many clubs such as the Sunway LIFE club that is determined to create awareness on human trafficking. She was also an active committee member of the A-Level Student Council, Treasurer in ALSCO, and active in organising various student activities. “I believe students should participate in clubs and societies to reach their fullest potential,” shared Shin Yee who will be pursuing her Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting.

Shin Yee also worked full-time in Sunway Integrated Properties where she learned a lot through this corporate experience. She was able to apply the knowledge that she had gained in Industrial Organisation, when she was working there. Shin Yee felt gaining an experience in the corporate world has been an eye-opener for her. She also helped the Sunway University Marketing department as a student helper during events. She shared, “I love meeting and talking to people. It taught me how to speak to different people and handle different situations.”