The Campus Director and staff of Taylors College, Auckland, New Zealand congratulate their 2007 TAFY – January and September students on their outstanding results.
Taylors College Auckland has had another successful year placing its TAFY graduates in New Zealand and Australian universities. 94% of the April and january TAFY students received a final offer from a tertiary institute, 93% of these received offers from our partner universities - The University of Auckland, AUT University and
Felicia Soo, TAFY Dux 2009
Felicia Soo from Malaysia topped the 2009 intake with an average grade of 98% across all subjects. This is a fantastic achievement which resulted in Felicia being offered a place in the Bachelor of Commerce at Melbourne University. Congratulations!
Mengya ZHOU (Elsa), TAFY DUX 2008
'I still remember the first day I stepped into Auckland, the changeable weather impressed me a lot. But today, I would like to say that the time I have spent with the teachers in Taylors College is a valuable part in my life. They are not just teaching academic knowledge, but experiences about life. They are not only teachers but also awesome friends.
'Throughout the studying in Taylors College, I really enjoyed the competitive and fun study life here ... I do believe we have already gained something from Taylors for our lives. So, just enjoy the future!'
Chia Tung (Daniel) CHOW, TAFY Second place graduate. 2008
"My transition to New Zealand so far has been exciting and challenging. Living alone in Auckland has definitely helped me come of age comfortably. I find that the essence of New Zealand is its people.Kiwis are fun, carefree and outgoing. Auckland is a perfect environment for any committed student.
The many educational institutes provide students with stellar future opportunities across the globe. Taylors College has helped me mature as a student. The syllabus on campus is similar to university format, which is a huge bonus for prospective students. The students at Taylors are very sociable and they are a joy to talk to. I am thankful to the staff at Taylors for guiding me through this year.
I also would like to express my gratitude to my friends I have made at Taylors for they have constantly supported me as well. Lastly, I wish the best of luck to all students in New Zealand in their lives. All I can say is never give up hope and believe in yourself at all times. Cheers."
Chu Hiu Ching, DUX TAFY, Jan 2006
Chu Hiu Ching from Hong Kong topped the Taylors Auckland Foundation Year with an average mark of 95% across all subjects. This an incredible effort especially considering Queenie's first language is not English.
Queenie has accepted a place at Melbourne University and will be studying for a Bachelor of Architecture.
Congratulations to our TAFY September 2005 Dux, Yana Krivykh, for her outstanding marks and achievements. Yana is now studying Commerce at The University of Auckland.
HO, Thi Kim - DUX TAFY Jan 2005
Tuyen Thi Kim Ho from Ho Chi Minh City began her studies at Taylors College, Auckland, in September 2004, as a TELP student. She excelled in her language studies and quickly showed her teachers that she was a confident, capable student who was well motivated to succeed.
She joined the TAFY program in January 2005, studying English, Mathematics A, Chemistry, Biology and Computer Science. Tuyen had a strong interest in Science and she achieved outstanding results in these subjects.
At graduation she received the top awards for Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science and Mathematics A and she also won Top TAFY Student for 2005.
Her teachers all commented on her diligence, intelligence and high academic standards. As well as her academic abilities, Tuyen was a popular,well respected student amongst her peers; she was an inspiration to her fellow TAFY students. At the final graduation she delighted and entertained the audience with her review of her year's study.
Taylors College staff wish Tuyen well for her future studies and we look forward to following her exciting academic career.
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