1. Cambridge IGCSE

2. What is Cambridge IGCSE?
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

3. Who can take Cambridge IGCSE?
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

4. What are the benefits?
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

5. What options are available?
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)

6. What are Cambridge IGCSE courses and examinations like?
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

7. What resources are available?
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

8. About CIE
The world’s largest provider of international qualifications for 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
King’s College, Cambridge

9. About CIE 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
Downing College, Cambridge