Choosing subjects for A Levels
Subject Options
The Sixth Form programme at HIS provides a carefully planned range of subjects that will provide our students a breadth in their understanding and allow them to be ready to thrive at their university studies.
Every student at HIS Sixth Form will have the opportunity to study 3-4 subjects at Advanced Level as well as take part in the SuperCurriculum programme. At this stage of studies, no subject is compulsory.
Choosing the right subjects for you will go a long way in setting you up for success. Therefore, we have the following in place:
Choosing the right subjects will set you up for success. Therefore, we have the following in place:
Options Evening - Meet subject teachers and students to find out more
Subject Guidebook - Information and insights about each of the different subjects
1-on-1 Consultation - Personalised consultation with a Sixth Form team member
Option for further consultation
How many Subjects?
Most universities require a student to only have three A-Level subjects with but a handful in certain countries requiring four. During the consultation with the Academic Leadership team, students can receive specific advise on the number of subjects depending on likely destinations for further education.
Four Subjects - Academic Stream
Students with aspirations to receive scholarships when enrolling in universities in some Asian countries with a strong focus on academic results
Students will choose four subjects with at least one Science/ Maths
Students will take part in Sixth Form Studies programme
Three subjects - Engaged Stream
Students with aspirations to enter universities in countries like UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand with a strong focus on students who possess an enthusiasm for learning beyond the curriculum
Students will choose three subjects and experience a range of courses aimed at developing additional skillsets - Research skills through AS Level Global Perspectives and EPQ ; Social Leadership and Entrepreneurship (Project Purpose)
Students will take part in Sixth Form Studies programme
Subject Requirements
Students at HIS Sixth Form are set up for success, aiming to stretch their potential and achieve the best grades possible, providing them the best opportunities to gain entry into top universities.
Understanding that the GCE A-Levels is a rigorous curriculum that builds upon student's understanding in GCSE and IGCSE and would challenge them beyond what they have experienced thus far, we have set a subject requirement for each subject at A-Levels. The intake requirements take into account the student's aptitude, understanding, skills and knowledge in specific subjects at GCSE/ IGCSE that would best allow the student to access the curriculum at the standards of the A-Levels.
It is important for students to obtain the prerequisite IGCSE grades for them to study, manage and excel in their selected A-Level subjects. Students who do not meet a particular subject requirement would need to select a different subject or another pathway.
Without compromising the maximum capacity of a class, final offer of subject options is dependent on the availability of places in a standard class size.
Below is a chart with the intake requirement for each subjects at A-Levels:
Subject Blocks
A student needs to select a minimum of three and a maximum of four subjects.
For students selecting three subjects, they would need to pick a subject from Block A (Column 1), Block B (Column 2) and Block C (Column 3). Students undertaking four subjects would be required to select an option from each of the blocks (A,B,C,D)
A subject can only be selected once. (E.g: Student cannot pick Maths for Blocks A and D)
Students selecting Further Maths do not have to select Mathematics as it would have been included under the option. However, they would need to select another two subjects from Block A and B (4 subjects)
3 subjects: Block A + B + C + Engaged Stream (Independent Research + Project Purpose)
4 subjects: Blocks A+ B + C + D
*1) Offer of subjects depend on uptake
2) Student must meet the prerequisite of grades for the chosen subject
Subject Availability for Aug 2024 start is currently limited
Classes coloured in red - FULL and unavailable for selection
Classes coloured in yellow - LIMITED spaces. Still available for selection
Uncoloured - Classes still available for selection
To choose and finalise your subject choices: http://options.kl.his.edu.my/alevel/index.php
If you have yet to receive login details by for this, please contact Mr Paul at paul.lau@kl.his.edu.my
Useful resource by Russell group (UK): https://www.informedchoices.ac.uk/degrees