The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is one of the most recognised qualifications around the world. IGCSE courses are designed for students aged 14 to 17 years and are renowned for developing vital education skills, including recall of knowledge, problem solving, initiative, oral, team work and investigative skills.

IGCSEs:

• Cater for different levels of ability with a choice between core and extended papers in many subjects
• Offer a flexible course of study so you can choose subjects that are right for you, from a wide range of areas – Languages, Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, English, Mathematics and Business, Creative, Technical and Vocational
• Provide you with a balanced mix of practical experience and theoretical knowledge
• Place emphasis on broad and balanced study
• Provide a foundation for higher level courses such as A and AS Levels and the AICE Diploma
• Equip you with the skills required for immediate employment
• Offer a mix of assessment methods – from coursework and practical exercises to oral and listening tests and written examinations
• Are comparable with GCE O Level and the UK GCSE
• Have an excellent reputation amongst international schools worldwide
• Are recognised worldwide as a reliable record of attainment which counts towards entry to universities and colleges around the world

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