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IGCSE, International GCSE and GCSE are international qualifications recognised by universities and employers around the world as evidence of real academic ability. They are excellent preparation for the workplace or as the building blocks for A-Level study and further education.
Aims of the courses
IGCSE, GCSE and International GCSE courses aim to develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the subject content, developing the student’s skills in creative thinking, enquiry and problem solving, preparing them for the next stage in their education. Most subjects are examined through written examination paper, taken at the end of the two-year course between April and June in the second year of study. Some courses may have practical or coursework components. Please check the individual subject pages for more details of subject content, assessment and progression.
Assessment Overview
Cambridge IGCSE is graded A*, A, B, C, D, E, F or G, the highest grade being A*. In some subjects candidates take examinations at either Core or Extended levels, depending on their ability. All grades from A* to G are considered to be passes, however students should aim to achieve a C grade or higher, as many jobs and further education courses will require at least C grades. Edexcel/AQA GCSE and International GCSE’s are graded 9-1, with 9 being the highest grade awarded.
Exam boards
At HIS, we offer subjects from a number of different exam boards:
Cambridge Assessment International Education - IGCSE
Edexcel (UK) GCSE 9-1
AQA (UK) GCSE 9-1
Oxford International AQA International GCSE
For further information about subjects and exam boards, please click on the thumbnail at the top of each subject page.
This website, together with the advice and guidance from Fast Tomato, Careers websites, parents/guardians and teachers will allow informed decisions to be made about your future.
If your require any further information please contact
Mr Matthew OShea - Head of Secondary
Ms Roohi Shafi - KS4 Coordinator
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