The World Scholar’s Cup (WSC) is an international academic competition that challenges students across a range of disciplines, including debate, collaborative writing and subject-based assessments. We are proud to share the achievements of our 12 students from Epsom College Malaysia, who recently took part in the Kuala Lumpur Regional Round at the British International School Kuala Lumpur (7–8 April).
Competing in the Junior Category as four teams, many were participating for the first time. Across the two days, what stood out most was the way our students supported one another while rising to the demands of a highly competitive environment.
Xinyi H. delivered an excellent performance in debate, placing 27th overall and earning a gold medal. This was a particularly impressive result given the level of competition, and it reflects her ability to think critically and communicate her ideas with clarity. Alongside this, one of our junior teams worked consistently well together to secure a place within the top 60 teams overall, demonstrating resilience and effective collaboration.
In collaborative writing, we saw equally strong performances. Mishel A. and Zoe H.-W. placed 15th and 18th overall respectively, producing thoughtful and well-structured work. Together with Hyoseo K., they combined their strengths to achieve 5th place overall in the Junior Category, bringing home a trophy for their efforts. Their success was built on clear communication, creativity and a shared understanding of the task.
Edric L. also deserves special mention for his all-round performance. He placed 29th overall as a junior scholar, achieving 5th place in Art and Music and 14th in special subject areas. His team debate placed 7th, and his selection for the debate showcase was a fitting recognition of his composure and skill.
We are especially pleased that all 12 of our students have qualified for the Global Round taking place later this year, where they will compete against top performers from other regional rounds. For many, this was their first experience of WSC, making their success all the more meaningful. We look forward to supporting them as they continue this journey.
Mr Arif Iman
EAL Teacher