Cambridge IGCSE

1. Cambridge IGCSE

2. The Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is provided by University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), the world’s largest provider of international qualifications for 14–19 year olds Cambridge IGCSE is a high-profile qualification with an excellent reputation It is recognised by universities and institutes of higher education around the world It is equivalent in standard to the UK GCSE and Cambridge International GCE O Level examinations What is Cambridge IGCSE?

3. Cambridge IGCSE is designed to be taught as a two-year course Most students take Cambridge IGCSE examinations at age 16, but it can be delivered in many ways, to all ages It is ideal for students who have taken Cambridge Checkpoint tests Who can take Cambridge IGCSE?

4. Cambridge IGCSE provides a foundation for higher level courses, including Cambridge International A and AS Levels and the Cambridge AICE Diploma Good Cambridge IGCSE grades count towards entry to universities and colleges around the world Cambridge IGCSE offers students a flexible course of study that gives them the freedom to select the subjects that are right for them Study and examination at Cambridge IGCSE provide a broad knowledge base and learning skills that provide excellent preparation for employment What are the benefits?

5. Students are encouraged to study a wide range of subjects at Cambridge IGCSE In order to prepare themselves for further education many students follow a broad and balanced curriculum with syllabuses from the following groups: Languages Mathematics Sciences Humanities and Social Sciences Business, Creative, Technical and Vocational This can lead to an additional qualification - the International Certificate of Education (ICE) What options are available?

6. The course differs for each subject, but throughout there will be a mix of assessment methods, including coursework, practical exercises, oral and listening tests, projects and written examinations Cambridge IGCSE courses usually take two years to complete and examinations are taken at the end of this period Examinations are held in June and November each year with results issued in August and February respectively Subjects are graded A* through to G - grade A is awarded for the highest level of achievement and grade G for the lowest What are Cambridge IGCSE courses and examinations like?

7. Each Cambridge IGCSE syllabus is accompanied by a resource list with full details of books and other materials that may be useful in the classroom Teachers are also provided with a range of resources and support materials to equip them with the skills they need to teach Cambridge IGCSE courses These include: Online support and resources Textbooks and other classroom materials Teacher training Professional development qualifications What resources are available?

8. The world’s largest provider of international qualifications for 14-19 year olds Offers school qualifications such as Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge O Level and International A and AS Level, plus professional qualifications in areas such as IT, business and management Part of Cambridge Assessment Group and part of the University of Cambridge About CIE King’s College, Cambridge

9. CIE examinations are taken in over 150 different countries Cambridge qualifications are recognised by universities, colleges and employers across the globe CIE is the only not-for-profit examination board to be QCA accredited by the UK government About CIE Downing College, Cambridge