Cambridge IGCSE
The Cambridge IGCSE curriculum, offered by the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), for grades 9-10 encourages learner-centred and enquiry-based approaches to learning, developing proficiency and skills is the following key areas:
Subject content
Applying knowledge and understanding to familiar and new situations
Intellectual enquiry
Flexibility and responsiveness to change
Influencing outcomes
Cultural awareness
Subjects offered
Mandatory Papers from CAIE:
Math, Physics, Chemistry, Biology,
First Language English, German / Tamil
Internally Assessed Courses:
Coordinated Humanities (Mandatory), Art & Design
Electives Offered from CAIE:
Information and Communications Technology OR Economics
For High Achievers*:
English Literature OR Additional Math
*As recommended by the school
What does this mean?
All students will complete their IGCSE in the six mandatory subjects, along with the Coordinated Humanities course.
Most students will complete their IGCSE in seven subjects, picking one elective.
Some students will complete their IGCSE in eight subjects, with the inclusion of English Literature/ Additional Math.
Some students with a high artistic aptitude will complete the Art & Design course offered by the school.
What is Coordinated Humanities?
Our vision is to offer a versatile curriculum that meets students at their current stage of development, enabling them to build perspectives from diverse standpoints, and to nurture their curiosity and interest in the world, and how it functions. This interdisciplinary program, designed in collaboration with a variety of our esteemed mentors and partners, integrates Literature, History, Geography, Civics, and Global Issues & Perspectives. It approaches learning through diverse methods, fostering critical thinking, research, and collaboration. Students explore historical and contemporary issues, enabling them to connect their studies to real-life contexts, while enhancing their ability to navigate the world as global citizens.
How are the two years structured?
Grade 9 serves as a foundation where a significant portion of the IGCSE syllabus is taught.
In Grade 10, by the end of Term 1, about 90% of the total syllabus content is covered.
Before their final Grade 10 board exams in February, they will write:
A term-end exam in October with (90% of the syllabus content)
First mock exam in December (with 100% of the syllabus content)
Second Mock exam in January (exactly modelled on the board exam)
Links for further information
About IGCSE
FAQs
https://help.cambridgeinternational.org/hc/en-gb/categories/200547812-Cambridge-IGCSE
About Exam Results
https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/exam-administration/results/
Cambridge IAL
The IALs (International Advanced Levels) are international school leaving qualifications for Grades 11-12, with most students studying 3 to 5 A Level subjects over two years. The program has internationally recognised robust curriculums, assessments, and positioning, with access to worldwide resources and learning aids.
The IALs are globally recognized and accepted, both by universities in India and abroad. The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) officially recognizes the IGCSE and IAL programs, ensuring students have access to higher education both nationally and internationally.
Subjects offered:
Mandatory:
English
Global Perspectives and Research
Math, Sciences and Technology:
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Mathematics
Information Technology
Arts and Humanities:
Psychology
Art and Design
Economics
Business
Accounting
Links for further information
About IALs
FAQs
About Exam Results
https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/exam-administration/results/