Malay Language Elective Programme

Introduction

In 2012, Pioneer Junior College (PJC) was selected to be the 3rd Malay Language Elective Programme (MLEP) in Singapore. The Malay Language Elective Programme (MLEP) was introduced in 2001 by the Ministry of Education as a platform for students who have the interest and inclination to study Malay language at a higher level. The programme offers a wide range of activities to enhance students’ language skills and interest in Malay language, literature and culture. In 2019, MLEP continues to be offered at the new merged college, Jurong Pioneer Junior College.

MLEP is a two-year programme which prepares students for the GCE ‘A’ Level H2 Malay Language and Literature with the option to offer H3 Malay. The programme aims to develop Malay scholars who are ‘Advocates of Humanitarian Values’ (Penggerak Nilai Kemanusiaan).

Special Features and programmes

Features of the MLEP at JPJC include specialised enrichment activities, leadership and management skills programmes, local and overseas immersion programmes, producing publications and work-shadowing in corporate firms.

MLEP students in JPJC will attend an overseas Immersion Programme where they learn more about the Malay community, and the challenges which the community faces pertaining to preservation of identity, culture and language.

Partners

In line with our mission to develop Malay scholars who are ‘Advocates of Humanitarian Values’, there is an emphasis on community partnership. Collaborations with the community is key in understanding the community as well as playing an important role as an active member of the community.

JPJC MLEP maintains strong partnerships with key community organisations, such as Jurong Spring Community Club, through Values-in-Action (VIA) initiatives. More recently, JPJC MLEP co-organised Lumba Bahasa: Arena Bestari 2026 in partnership with Beacon Primary School and the People's Association as part of Bulan Bahasa 2026. MLEP students designed and facilitated six interactive language challenges for Primary 3 and 4 pupils from seven primary schools, making Malay language learning fun and engaging while developing their own leadership skills and sense of community responsibility.

J2 MLEP Graduation Showcase

The Graduation Showcase is an annual performance by the JC2 MLEP students. After an enriching year in MLEP, the showcase is a culmination of their involvement and experience. Led by students and supported by teachers, the showcase is a theatre performance, incorporating acting, singing and dancing. The performance is an important aspect of their appreciation of the Malay arts and culture.

J2 MLEP Graduation Showcase

MOE Overseas Immersion Trip

Each year, MOE CPDD organises a MLEP Overseas Immersion Trip for all MLEP students from the five MLEP centres. Not only do they get the opportunity to delve deeper into Malay literature, language, and culture, but participating in a trip with other MLEP students provides holistic and enriching learning experiences, encompassing academic, cultural, and personal growth for our students.

Exploring the breathtaking volcanic landscape in Bandung, Indonesia

Other College-based MLEP enrichment programmes

Our MLEP students are exposed to a wide variety of weekly college-based activities such as song writing, creative writing, dikir barat as well as joint CLEP-MLEP enrichment programme, etc.

Batik Drawing and Painting with Pak Tumadi

Introduction to Dikir Barat and Malay drums

J2 LEP Graduation Ceremony

Annually, a J2 LEP Graduation Ceremony is held to say goodbye to the graduating J2 MLEP class. During this event, they will receive a JPJC MLEP Portfolio as a symbol marking the conclusion of their rewarding journey.

14th cohort MLEP@JPJC

For Further Clarification

Please contact Subject Head, Language Elective Programme, Mrs Tan-Lim Soh Whee at tan-lim_soh_whee@moe.edu.sg or Senior Teacher, Mdm Siti Atiqah Punari at siti_atiqah_punari@moe.edu.sg.