2. Cambridge International Examinations
Prepares school students for life,
helping them develop an informed
curiosity and a lasting passion for
learning
Part of Cambridge Assessment, a
department of the University of
Cambridge
Over 10 000 Cambridge schools in
more than 160 countries
3. Benefits for learners
Internationally recognised qualifications
Excellence in education
Learner-centred approach
Progressive and flexible
Comprehensive support for learners and teachers
4. Cambridge O level
The world’s most popular international qualification for 14 to16 year
olds
Taken by over 340 000 learners in more than 140 countries
Over 70 subjects available – can be taken in any combination
Builds skills in creative thinking, enquiry and problem solving
6. Cambridge O Level
Cambridge is the biggest provider
of O Level in the world
Taken by over 140 000 learners in
57 countries worldwide
Over 40 subjects available – can be
taken in any combination
Builds skills in creative thinking,
enquiry and problem solving
7. Cambridge O Level
Excellent preparation for advanced study
Assessment options for learners of different abilities
Internationally recognised qualifications
Cambridge O level is accepted as equivalent to GCSE in the UK
“Cambridge IGCSE provided me with the
challenges I needed to prepare myself for the
next stage in my life.”
Jazlina Sutanto, former Cambridge IGCSE student,
Anglo Singapore International School, Thailand
8. Cambridge O Level
Excellent preparation for advanced study
Variety of assessment methods
Internationally recognised qualifications
Cambridge O Level is accepted as equivalent to GCSE in the UK
‘‘As I applied mainly to UK universities, my
Cambridge qualifications were viewed very
favourably because UK students take similar
qualifications.”
Kamal Khan Virk, former Cambridge O Level and
Cambridge International AS and A Level student, Pakistan
9. Cambridge Advanced
Cambridge Primary
Cambridge
Primary Checkpoint
Cambridge ICT Starters
Cambridge Secondary 1
Cambridge Checkpoint
Cambridge ICT Starters
Cambridge IGCSE®
Cambridge O Level
Cambridge International
AS and A Level
Cambridge Pre-U
Cambridge Primary
5 to 11 year olds*
Cambridge Secondary 1
11 to 14 year olds*
Cambridge Secondary 2
14 to 16 year olds*
Cambridge Advanced
16 to 19 year olds*
*Age ranges are for guidance only
10. University recognition database
Find out which universities recognise
Cambridge qualifications at:
www.cie.org.uk/recognitionsearch
You can search by country and by
qualification
Cambridge has a team of staff
dedicated to extending university
recognition of Cambridge
qualifications
12. Global learning community
Subject-specific online discussion forums
for teachers
Teacher professional development courses
Social networks, such as Facebook, Twitter
and YouTube
Events for teachers and learners
Helps Cambridge schools to offer a global learning experience
Cambridge International Examinations is the world’s largest provider of international education programmes and qualifications for 5 to 19 year olds.
Cambridge programmes and qualifications are offered in more than 9000 schools in over 160 countries.
Cambridge International Examinations is a not-for-profit organisation and a department of the University of Cambridge.
Cambridge International Examinations is approved by Ofqual, the UK government exams regulator.
Benefits for learners
Internationally recognised qualifications
Cambridge programmes and qualifications are recognised by universities and employers worldwide as evidence of academic ability, and are regarded as a passport for progression and success.
Excellence in education
Cambridge International Examinations supports the University of Cambridge in its mission to deliver excellence in education. As a not-for-profit organisation, Cambridge continually invests in education, research and services for schools.
Learner-centred approach
The Cambridge approach encourages learner-centred and enquiry-based approaches to learning.
Progressive and flexible
Cambridge programmes build on learners’ knowledge and skills as they progress through education, preparing them for the next stage of their education.
Comprehensive support for learners and teachers
Cambridge offers a wide range of support including training for teachers, classroom support and guidance, curriculum resources and community benefits.
Cambridge IGCSE:
is the world’s most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds
is widely taken by students in private and state schools in the UK. Ofqual, the exams regulator in England, has approved many Cambridge IGCSE syllabuses for teaching in state schools in England as an alternative to UK GCSE.
offers a wide choice of subjects – more than 70 subjects are available from Cambridge, and they can be taken in any combination
builds skills in creative thinking, enquiry and problem solving; Cambridge IGCSE develops learner knowledge, understanding and skills in subject content and in working and communicating in English
is compatible with other curricula
is an international qualification, but teaching can be put in a local context to make it relevant for your child.
2013 marked the 25th anniversary of Cambridge IGCSE. It is tried, tested and trusted by schools worldwide.
® IGCSE is the registered trademark of Cambridge International Examinations.
Cambridge is the biggest provider of O Level in the world. It is taught in over 1800 schools in 80 countries worldwide.
Schools can choose from 40 subjects which can be taken in any combination – so we can offer your child a wide choice of subject areas.
It builds skills in creative thinking, enquiry and problem solving. Cambridge O Level develops learner knowledge, understanding and skills in subject content and in working and communicating in English.
It is compatible with other curricula.
It is an international qualification, but teaching can be put in a local context to make it relevant for students.
Excellent preparation for advanced study, including the IB Diploma and other post-16 routes.
Assessment:
takes place at the end of the course
in most subjects there is a choice between core and extended curricula, making Cambridge IGCSE suitable for a wide range of abilities
offers a variety of ways for your child to show their knowledge e.g. written, oral, coursework and practical assessment
is sensitive to learners whose first language may not be English, throughout the examination process.
You child will gain Cambridge IGCSE qualifications that are recognised by universities and higher education institutions around the world.
Cambridge IGCSE is equivalent to the GCSE in the United Kingdom.
Cambridge O Level is excellent preparation for advanced study including the IB Diploma and other post-16 routes.
Assessment:
takes place at the end of the course
gives schools different options to suit their learners e.g. written, oral, coursework and practical assessment
maximises opportunities for learners to show what they can do, and is sensitive to learners whose first language may not be English, throughout the examination process.
Your child will gain Cambridge O Level qualifications that are recognised by universities and higher education institutions around the world.
Cambridge O Level is equivalent to the GCSE in the United Kingdom.
Cambridge Advanced:
is typically for learners aged 16 to 19 years who need advanced study to prepare for university and higher education
builds on the foundations of Cambridge Secondary 2, although it is not essential to have completed the Cambridge Secondary 2 stage before beginning Cambridge Advanced
leads to Cambridge International AS and A Level qualifications and/or the Cambridge Pre-U qualification; Cambridge Pre-U is a new qualification typically for 16 to 19 year olds –Cambridge International Examinations launched Cambridge Pre-U in UK schools in 2008 as an alternative to UK A Level.
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Cambridge has a recognition database on its website listing all the universities and higher education institutions that recognise their qualifications.
It is easy to search the database to find university entry criteria.
Here is an example of a search on the recognition database.
Cambridge is the world’s largest international learning community with more than 9000 schools in over 160 countries.
Being part of the community brings benefits for learners and teachers, and ways to share ideas. It helps develop a global outlook in learners and raise standards in education by sharing expertise.
Online discussion forums are a way for schools to get in touch with each other – for teachers to share knowledge or arrange inter-school projects.
Cambridge organises student competitions to give learners a chance to test their skills against learners worldwide.
The community helps Cambridge schools to offer a global learning experience.