China University Matriculation Program (CUMP)
1. Background of China University Matriculation Program (CUMP)中国大学预科
With the collaboration and
support from Jiangsu Education Association for International
Exchange, Global Institute of Software Technology (GIST) of Suzhou China and Penang Chung Ling High School
Board of Directors has jointly started and
run a matriculation program for Malaysia SPM (or equivalent qualification) students who wish to pursue further education in China universities.
This matriculation
program will serve as a direct Pre-U entry qualification into 820 China universities that have been accredited by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) to enable
Malaysian students to seek high quality tertiary education in China and uphold the promotion of Chinese scientific, cultural knowledge and skills with the aims to cultivate students’ appreciation
of Chinese culture, art and for
common development for a better future..
2. Matriculation course description
The
rise of China, attracting millions of foreigners to travel, visit, study and
work in China. China's 5,000 years of culture, abundant native's value preservation and coupled with rapid development and the innovative modern technology,state of art infrastructures, cosmopolitan cities and international exchanges,
are all very worthwhile for students
to further education in China.
In the last decade, China has been a hotspot and preferred study destination for international students. With the introduction of English medium MBBSprogram in 2004, the number of
international students study in China have been soaring high and China is now ranked 3rd largest host country
for international students after US
and UK.
This
matriculation course is specifically designed for university entrance examination
in China and fully prepares students to participate in China's college entrance
exams, and through the design of the various project activities, enhance their internationalization capabilities and communication
skills to enroll in the university
for the future and preparation of talent with international vision.
Students who registered for CUMP courses in GIST
International College Suzhou campus
required to study in China for full time one year duration. Upon graduation with required entry
requirement, graduated students can freely to choose
to enroll in any of the 820 Chinese universities recognized by the Government
of Malaysia.
The
diverse departments and variety of degree
courses offered by Chinese universities
will provide broader education pipeline for students to choose the right subject they interested. In
addition, students with high merit result will be arranged
for entrance interview into top and outstanding universities in China.
3. Enrollment (Guidelines for University admission)
a. With the support and promotion by Jiangsu Education
Association for International Exchange, Global Institute of Software Technology
(GIST) of Suzhou China and Penang Chung Ling High School Board of Directors has
jointly started and run a matriculation program for Malaysia SPM (or equivalent
qualification) students who wish to pursue further education in 820 ChinaUniversities that accredited by MQA of Malaysia.
After Completion of one year of pre-university courses, students are free
to choose to enroll into
any of the 820 Malaysia Government-recognized Chinese universities that offered diverse
departments and wide selection of degree courses either in Chinese and English medium of instruction.
b. Eligibility criteria
Students with Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) or equivalent qualification with at least 5As. Students may apply with SPM trial examination results.
c. Start dates
Each
year in March and graduate in Jan the following year with two semesters in a year.
d. Direction of professional
orientation
4 areas of study - Arts, Science, Commerce and Performing Arts. Enrollment is based on students’ preferences, future
aspirations and university
selection.
e. Tuition fees
RM
15,500 (Inclusive of lodging, registration fees)
f. Registration deadline
Each
year in the month of January
g. Application (submission)
a. CUMP Application Form (1 copy)
b. SPM or
SPM trial examination (1 copy)
c. 1 copy of NRIC (both front and back in same page of A4 size)
d. 1 copy of Malaysian
Passport
h. Admission
and registration
Admitted
students will receive a copy of the acceptance letter. Students must use this admission letter to
apply for Visa and buy flight ticket and report on a specified date stated in the letter.
i. Study Location
No 5, Qingshan Road, Suzhou Science and Technology Town, Suzhou New District, 215163 Suzhou China
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| Global Institute of Software Technology (GIST) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is CUMP?
With the Malaysia Government's recognition of
820 China universities degrees in
hand, this will facilitate the enrollment of Malaysian students to study in China.
Malaysian entrepreneurs’ investment into this joint ventures between Global Institute
of Software Technology (GIST) of Suzhou China and Malaysia
Penang Chung Ling High School Board of Directors run college is all set to provide
pre-u preparatory courses and an effective platform for foreign students who
wish to further education in China.
CUMP is the abbreviation of Chinese University Matriculation Program, specifically
designed and targeting for the Chinese university entrance exam, which fully
prepares students enrolled in Chinese universities as well as adapt to life in
China. PREC Education Services is appointed education consultancy agency provides careers advisory and
guidance services for students, and help students understand and apply for
college preparatory courses and also establish an effective channels for
students to study in China.
2. With whom CUMP in cooperation with?
Jiangsu provincial government approved the
establishment of full-time college of Global Institute of Software Technology
(GIST) in Suzhou. From the joint efforts of Global Education Management Company,
Microsoft (China) Company Limited, the City of Suzhou High-tech Zone Technology
Cooperation and Chung Ling High School of Malaysia, GIST is the only one college
in Jiangsu province naming with "Software Technology" innovative college.
GIST founded in 2007, dedicated to the creative
industries and software outsourcing services, development of high-quality,
highly-skilled and international creative talents to provide personnel and
technical support to sustain the growth of Suzhou and the Yangtze River Delta
region economic restructuring and new round of economic development.
In 2009, Suzhou Government has officially recognized and identified GIST as
service outsourcing and talents training base in Suzhou with student population of 5,000 and teaching and administrative staff of
more than 300 persons. In addition, GIST has a number of
trainers with rich experience and industry experienced high level teaching
team, including Microsoft gold awarded lecturers and project managers of
software enterprises.
GIST adheres to international school standard
and rank as number one vocational college in term of foreign student’s
enrolment in Suzhou province. It is one of the focused school under the comprehensive
reform of Jiangsu Provincial Government Education Institutions. With
the collaborations and exchange programs with almost 30 universities and
companies such as China Southern Airlines, Soochow University, Nanjing University of Arts is all set to provide students with variety of
channels for further studies.
Web pages: http://www.gist.edu.cn/xygk.htm
3. Where students attend classes?
Students will be learning in the campus
school of Global Institute of Software Technology (GIST) in Suzhou High-Tech Zone,
China.
GIST College West Campus is located at the
edge of Taihu Lake with a peaceful and serene environment, overview of campus
hills and beautiful scenery. Many
bus routes are available around and near the campus such as Express Bus No 3, No 333, 310, 336 and 330 provide direct link to Suzhou railway station.
The surrounding campus is the bustling
commercial center, tourist attractions and etc. Wholesome
campus living facilities with Wi-Fi coverage of
the entire campus and state of art library. All classrooms and lecture halls are equipped with computers and multimedia
equipment. Large and spacious multi-functional amateur cultural hall are available
for students performance and stage show.
Million square meters of the training center
for research, development and software training center is equipped with
advanced multimedia training rooms and professional training rooms for student
case studies as well as project training. The campus won numerous awards such as
“Peaceful Campus” from Jiangsu Province, " Civilized Dormitory” and “Civilized Dining Hall "
from Jiangsu Provincial Education
Department and so on. Hence, it is the ideal place to
study and live by the students.
The school address is No 5, Qingshan Road, Suzhou Science and Technology Town, Suzhou New
District, 215163 Suzhou China
4. How much is the tuition for CUMP? Are there other expenses?
The total tuition fees for this course is RM15,500. This fee includes
dormitory fees for the entire duration of study and registration fee. Other
expenses such as return air tickets, visas, insurance, living costs and books
of miscellaneous fees are not included in this fee.
Books for each semester cost about RM200 and the cost of living about RM400-600 range per month.
5. Admission requirements?
Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) or equivalent
qualification with 5As. Students may also apply with SPM trial examination results.
6. How to apply? When is the deadline?
For application procedures please refer above.
(Blog: studyandexplorechina.blogspot.com)
You can also contact Mr. KY Lee @ 6012-3800
501 or E-mail: kylee.prec@gmail.com
Registration deadline: January each year and class starts in the month of
March each year.
7. How is the campus environment?
This CUMP program by GIST is a specifically design
and cater for Malaysia students. The campus in Suzhou has a total student
population 5,000 students from 30 different countries. Malaysia students will have the opportunity
to study, live and work together with Chinese students and international
students from various countries. Suzhou has 2,500 years of history, is a land
of culture and students will have the opportunity to feel experience and
explore the richness of the Chinese culture. Suzhou is located in economically
developed area of Suzhou River Delta surrounded by 16 China most prosperous and fast-growing cities and towns are well connected by land,
sea and air transport networks in all directions is set to make Suzhou a good
living place for young people to feel the impetus development of modern China.
8. How must of dormitory fees cost? What is the accommodation terms?
Tuition cost includes the annual dormitory
fees (quadruple). Dormitory is equipped with
shared bathroom, air conditioning (electricity and water bill are borne by
student).
9. Can student cook at the dormitory?
Dorms are without kitchens hence cooking in
the dorm is not allowed. On campus there are two big dining halls and provide students with all-day
dining.
10. How is food served in dining halls? What is the
average spending?
Canteen food is subsidized by college and
therefore cheaper. The average cost per meal is ranging from RMB 10-15 (Yuan). The common food served in the canteen are rice, noodles, dumplings and
various kinds of dishes. Cafeteria in the area is famous for delicious, healthy and cheap food.
11. Is the campus safe?
Of course. China
has an excellent public security. The campus is secured with 24-hour
security patrol and security system. Each dormitory has a teacher on duty.
12. How is the quality of teaching staff?
Our teaching staff are professional trained and
experienced and well verse and familiar with the syllabus will help students
prepare for university entrance exams.
13. Is China’s universities entrance exam hard?
Different admission requirements are required
for different degree courses and admission requirements of each university are not
the same. The Chinese language
proficiency of foreign students is set at least HSK 5. Mathematics and knowledge of contemporary China are the common topics of the college entrance examination. Teachers can help students fully prepared to participate in university
entrance exams.
14. If I do not wish to enroll into Chinese
universities, is there any other options?
If you wish not to choose a China university,
you can also choose to participate in the Institute of high international
matriculation examinations for
admission into UK and US universities (International Foundation Program).
Website: http://www.gem-group.com/
15. How to enroll into Chinese University?
This CUMP will commence in the month of March
each year and end in the month of January the following year (before Spring Festival). After completion of the course, students can begin to plan to enroll /register for the Chinese University. Application into China's universities normally open from April to June for admissions and
placement exams and school starts in the month of September each year. During learning process, teachers will provide careers guidance and help
students learn more about their career choices, identify their strength, ability
and directions of further studies.
16. What is the medium of instruction?
Both Chinese and English.
17. Is there any English classes?
English language is one of the main focus of this course to ensure students
achieve the level of college English learning needs.
18. How do I apply for China Visa?
Successfully admitted students will receive
an offer and admission letter from GIST. Students must use the admission notice
along with medical reports, as well as visa application forms submit to Chinese
Visa Centre in Kuala Lumpur to apply visa on their own. Students then use this visa
to gain entry to China and report to campus in Suzhou, the school will then assist
the student to apply for a residence permit in China. If Visa application
service is required in Malaysia, it can be arranged with a payment of service
fee.
Chinese Consulate in Kuala Lumpur
Address: 229, JALAN AMPANG, 50450 KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA
Phone: 00603-21411729,21447652
,(012)3720197 Website: http://my.china-embassy.org/chn/
http: //my.chineseembassy.org/chn/
19. Before departure, who can assist and help me?
Before leaving for China, we held a seminar
for the students. This briefing will remind
students of the reporting and registration date to the college and make suggestion
and advice students on the suitable departure dates to China.
Students must purchase their own flight tickets
and we will show students how to go from the airport to the school. Students must handle their own transportation arrangements to China and and to
the college. If airport pick-up service is required, it can be arranged with a payment
of service fee.
Of course, students can also choose to travel
in a group with other students and we will also set out the details of travelling
and make notification to the group.
20. What is the weather like in Suzhou?
When school starts in March, Suzhou temperature is relatively cold, so you need to prepare for winter
clothes before leaving. Students can also buy
winter clothes after arriving at Suzhou because the clothes are cheaper in
China.
21. Medical aid
Photos of Campus Facilities
Other useful links about further education in China:
1. Why Study in China?
2. University Life in China
3. Malaysian Students in China
4. Malaysian Students - One Year After Study Abroad in China
5. Why Not Enjoy the Best From Both Worlds?
For more information of this CUMP program, please contact Mr. KY Lee at 6012-3800 501 or email : kylee.prec@gmail.com
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