Cambridge IGCSE is the internationally most popular curriculum for 14-16 year olds, leading to globally recognized and valued Cambridge IGCSE qualifications. The term “IGCSE” is the registered trade mark of the University of Cambridge .The curricula of IGSCE is designed to make students proficient and qualified in every subject.
Cambridge Secondary 2 is typically for learners and this stage includes Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge O Level. Both are globally recognized qualifications.
A student who has passed IGCSE is eligible for any +2 level qualifications, like Class 12- CBSE/ ICSE or any international pre-university program, like the IB Diploma, Advanced Placement Diploma (US), and A/AS Level & AICE (UK).
IGCSE offers a wider range of subjects and encourages high academic standards through a practical approach to teaching and learning. Assessment is not limited to conventional written papers and they consist of a variety of tests e.g. oral and listening tests.
The assessment is aimed at a wide ability range of students, with an eight-point grading scale, from A+ to G, with A+ being the highest. IGCSE is a balanced curriculum and a flexible course of study. Most subjects offer a choice between core curriculum and extended curriculum. This gives students of all ability levels the freedom to choose subjects that are right for them and, thereby, the opportunity to score good grades. The core curriculum is an overview of the subject and is suitable for students who are expected to achieve grades C to G. The extended curriculum is, sort of, a specialization in that subject. It is more challenging and designed for students who are expected to achieve grades A+ to C.
Currently, IGCSE is a two-year program starting at the Class 9 level. A student who has done his/ her early schooling from any other board can join the IGCSE program at the Class 9 level. The IGCSE prepares students for further academic study including progression to AS Level and A Level study, Cambridge Pre-U, IB Diploma Program and other equivalents. It is recognized by academic institutions and employers around the world.