1. BSFIS-----A LEVEL Cambridge Advanced COMMENCING FROM JUNE 2015 AS- LEVEL– GRADE XI-----JUNE 2015 A-LEVEL ---GRADE XII-----JUNE 2016

2. What to Expect? A-Levels Normally 4 subjects Optional extra elements Grades from A*, A-E UNDERGRADUATE First Degree A-level AS-level IGCSE First Year AS = Advanced Secondary Second Year A2 MASTER’S DEGREE Post-Graduate Studies There is no A* grade awarded at Cambridge International AS Level.

3. Science English Language Maths – Pure Maths, Mechanics / Statistics 1 Physics Chemistry Biology ICT Environment Mgmt (AS level only) Commerce English Language Maths - Pure Maths, Statistics 1 / Statistics 2 Accounts Economics Business Studies ICT ARTS English Language Psychology Sociology Economics French Hindi Art and Design ICT English Language Psychology Sociology Economics French Hindi Art and Design ICT

4. Options Available Study in India Study Abroad Advantages The ‘gold standard’ Accepted by all universities Internationally recognized For focused students, easier to score Less subjects, gives more time to study Objective, for modern age students Due to AS level, study pressures are much lower Disadvantages More difficult than ISC, CBSE, HSC More expensive than ISC, CBSE, HSC A LEVEL—BLACK AND WHITE ANALYSIS

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6. The depth of knowledge displayed by the best A Level students makes them prime targets for America’s Ivy League universities. --Yale University, USA

7. “Students who have taken Cambridge International A Levels do very well at our campus. They are very well-prepared for our curriculum and we find that they have a lot of confidence, but also that they have a good deep subject knowledge, (and) the ability to think critically and well.” Stuart Schmill, Dean of Admissions, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

8. Cambridge Advanced curriculum brings success for learners The syllabuses prepare learners for university study, which is why universities worldwide value and recognise Cambridge International AS and A Level qualifications. Cambridge International AS and A Level develops learners’ knowledge, understanding and skills in: In-depth subject content Independent thinking Applying knowledge and understanding to new as well as familiar situations

9. Cambridge Advanced curriculum brings success for learners Handling and evaluating different types of information source Thinking logically and presenting ordered and coherent arguments Making judgements, recommendations and decisions Presenting reasoned explanations, understanding implications and communicating them logically and clearly Working and communicating in English.

10. INTERESTING AND EXCITING CULTURAL, SOCIAL AND SPORTS EVENTS ALONG WITH VARIOUS NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR COLLEGES

11. Integrated programmes offered at BSFIS with A levels COMMERCE--- C.A. Entrance 90% of the portion is covered by A levels and Indian Law will be taught as an additional course. Exposure to practical study in banking and a short course in International Finance.

12. Integrated programmes offered at BSFIS with A levels Practical course in Child Psychology Practical course in Early Childhood Education and Toy Library Various short courses in art and design Advance course in French

13. Integrated programmes offered at BSFIS with A levels For engineering and medical students integrated program will be offered by PACE