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Overview
Cambridge International AS and A Level subjects are typically studied by students in Grades 11 and 12. They are excellent preparation for higher education and employment.
Cambridge International AS and A Level
Cambridge International AS and A Levels are advanced level courses. An AS Level subject will take around one year to complete, and a second year of study will lead to a full A Level. Both levels have assignments and end-of-program examinations, which contribute to the final grade.
Students receive a certificate of achievement listing the subject examinations and grade earned.
Advanced standing or academic credit is available from more than 400 US universities for Cambridge International AS and A Level examinations passed with good grades.
Subjects available
(All subject links in the table below point to the main Cambridge website)
| English | |
| The Cambridge International AS and A Level language and literature syllabuses develop the key skills required to read, analyze and communicate effectively in English, and encourage an appreciation of literature in English prose, poetry and drama of different types and from different cultures. |
English - Language (US) (AS Level only) Language and Literature in English - (US) (AS Level only) English - Literature (US) |
| History | |
| The Cambridge International AS and A Level History syllabus builds upon skills gained at Cambridge IGCSE (or equivalent) level study. The emphasis is again on both historical knowledge and on the skills required for historical research. |
History (US) |
| Sciences | |
| Cambridge International AS and A Level Sciences build on the skills acquired at Cambridge IGCSE (or equivalent) level. The syllabus includes the main theoretical concepts which are fundamental to the subject, a section on some current applications of each science, and a strong emphasis on advanced practical skills. |
Biology (US) Chemistry (US) Physics (US) |
| Mathematics | |
| Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics builds on the skills acquired at Cambridge IGCSE (or equivalent) level.The syllabus allows schools flexibility to choose from three different routes to Cambridge International AS Level and A Level Mathematics. |
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| Arts | |
| These Cambridge International AS and A Level subjects build on skills acquired at Cambridge IGCSE (or equivalent) level, and encourage students to develop their own creative and interpretative skills, while broadening their cultural horizons and individual experience. |
Art and Design (US) Music (US) |
| Electives | |
| These Cambridge International AS and A Level subjects build on the skills acquired at Cambridge IGCSE level (or equivalent), developing a deeper understanding of the subjects, to provide both a foundation for further study and preparation for the world of work. |
Economics (US) French (US) French - Language (US) (AS Level only) French - Literature (US) (AS Level only) Geography (US) Global Perspectives (US) (AS Level only) Spanish (US) Spanish - Language (US) (AS Level only) Spanish - Literature (US) (AS Level only) |
The Cambridge AICE Diploma
Cambridge AICE is an advanced diploma, which is recognized and welcomed by colleges and universities around the world. To complete the diploma, students study subjects at Cambridge International AS and/or A Level from the three subject areas - Mathematics and Science; Languages; Arts and Electives. An AICE Diploma is awarded at Distinction, Merit or Pass, depending on the grades earned in each subject examination.
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