Cambridge Qualification and its
Recognition by Universities
IGCSE
Head and Shoulders
Ice - breaker: You will answer series of trivia questions with two
possible answers.
- If you think the OPTION “TRUE” is the correct answer, then you
place your hands on your head.
- If you think the OPTION “FALSE” is the correct answer, then
your hands will be on your shoulders.
Objectives:
● Understand what is meant by IGCSE
and its importance in your studies
● Know how it can help with your
university application
What is it? IGCSE?
How can it help me? What should I do?
Is it related to my university and work life?
What is Cambridge IGCSE?
What are the benefits?
1. Provides academic foundations and preparation for the further
studies (AS & A Levels).
2. Provides broad knowledge base and learning skills (problem
solving & critical thinking skills).
3. Acquire the necessary skills for work (career opportunities) and
life.
4. Students can choose any subjects offered by the school (2
elective subjects).
5. At least 5 Good IGCSE grades guaranty the entry to the top
universities.
What options are available?
1. Students are encouraged to study a wide range of subjects (70
different subjects)
2. The majority of the students choose the following syllabuses:
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b.
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d.
e.
Languages (English, Chinese, French, etc.)
Mathematics
Sciences (Bio, Chem, Phy, Combined Sciences)
Humanities and Social Sciences
Business, Art, ICT, etc.
3. This can lead to an additional qualification - the International
Certificate of Education (ICE)
ICE Qualification
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Cambridge ICE is the group award of the
International General Certificate of Secondary
Education (IGCSE) and requires the study of
subjects drawn from the five different IGCSE
subject groups.
Students automatically qualify for the ICE certificate
by taking examinations in seven subjects. These
examinations must include two language subjects
and at least one subject from each of the other
subject groups. The seventh subject can be chosen
from any group.
Award:
Distinction: Grade A(a) in five subjects and Grace C(c) or
above in two subjects.
Merit: Grade C(c) or above in five subjects and Grade F(f)
or above in two subjects.
Pass: Grade G(g) or above in seven subjects.
The University of Melbourne
Trinity College - Direct Entry to the University of
Melbourne
Trinity College admission requirements:
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MAIN (2-semesters): 5 relevant IGCSE Subjects - minimum of 4 Bs
and 1C.
FAST TRACK (1-semester): 5 relevant IGCSE Subjects - 3 As and
2Bs.
WORLDWIDE RANKING #15
What can it help you with? University? Influences
your life?
Cambridge IGCSE is globally recognised as a
reliable record of attainment by universities
and employers around the world.
Many universities worldwide require a
combination of A Levels and IGCSEs to meet
their entry requirements.
Top Universities
YOU SHOULD KNOW/RESEARCH/PRACTICE!
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Syllabus codes of the IGCSE subjects you study
Syllabus itself (for respective exam year)
Exam papers and their weighting system for each syllabus
Threshold
Practicing more and more CAIE Past Exam Papers
Sample: IGCSE ICT
Syllabus code: 0417
Exam papers and weighting:
Paper 1 - Theory - 40%
Paper 2 - Practical - Document Production, Data Manipulation and Presentations - 30%
Paper 3 - Practical - Data Analysis and Website Authoring - 30%
Threshold for 2019:
A*
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
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74%
63%
52%
41%
33%
26%
18%
11%
<11%
Myths about IGCSE Subjects Selection
# I do need Art & Design if I want to study Design/Architecture ❌
# I do need Business Studies if i want to study Business ❌
# I do not need science subjects, I will decide later ❌
# I want to choose only subjects that I like to study ❌
# I need ICT if I want to study Computer Science ❌
Formative Assessment
What does IGCSE stand for?
a. Intermediate General Course
Subject Electives
b. International General Certificate
of Secondary Education
What graders can sit for
IGCSE exam?
a.Grade 10
b.Grade 7
Minimum of how many IGCSE
Subjects do you need to take
in order to get to a
college/university?
a. Around 3 IGCSE subjects
b. At least 5 IGCSE subjects
Do you remember which
quote below was in the slide?
a. Stop Dreaming. Start Doing.
b. If you can dream it, you can do it.
Do you think you have more
ideas about IGCSE now?
a. Yes
b.No
Can you say you’re aware of
the importance of IGCSE to
your university applications?
a. Yes
b.No
Acknowledgement Letter
Name, Surname:
Student ID:
Grade/Class:
The presentation session provided me a successful insight to a Cambridge
Examination. Therefore, I acknowledge and understand the importance of the
external examination (Checkpoint, IGCSE, AS & A Levels) and how they assist me
when applying for a university.
http://bit.ly/acknowledgementletter