http://www.cie.org.uk/rss CIE Press Releases The number of entries for Cambridge IGCSE in English (Literature and Language), and sciences (Chemistry, Biology and Physics) in the UK has almost tripled in just one year. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=52188 Cambridge International Examinations and the British Council are delighted to announce the development of a new qualification for secondary school students in Nepal. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=48235 Uptake of Cambridge IGCSE has continued to rise significantly in UK schools - with a marked uplift in EBacc subjects in particular, including English, History and Biology. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=47469 University of Cambridge International Examinations is delighted to announce the development of a new qualification for secondary school students in Indonesia. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=45162 The number of schools entering students for Cambridge qualifications in India has risen significantly over the past year. Schools in India made over 27,000 entries for Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International A Level, seeing a rise of 20% since 2011. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=44954 Rigorous programme will develop students' critical thinking skills from a global perspective. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=44787 Cambridge Pre-U, which aims to prepare students better for the rigour of university study, is growing in popularity in state schools across the UK, according to the latest figures from University of Cambridge International Examinations. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=44661 130 schools from over 50 countries attended this year's Cambridge Teachers' Conference - an event organised by University of Cambridge International Examinations. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=40811 Cambridge IGCSE students in the UK will receive their examination results much earlier than GCSE students, as University of Cambridge International Examinations published results worldwide today. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=40129 The awarding body that developed the linear IGCSE and Cambridge Pre-U has seen the fastest ever rate of growth for its qualifications as schools move away from modular examinations. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=38982 With undergraduate tuition fees reaching £9,000, a recent survey shows undergraduates increasingly feel a gap in vital skills needed to equip them for their studies. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=37612 While the English Baccalaureate gathers momentum and launches a thousand blog articles, a British baccalaureate is also growing...in France. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=37523 Cambridge learners in over 30 countries researched the world's most famous entrepreneurs for the Cambridge IGCSE Enterprise student writing competition, describing the secrets to their success. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=37505 To celebrate the launch of the new Cambridge IGCSE Enterprise, University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is holding a writing competition for students in Cambridge schools around the world. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=34759 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) has announced the winners of the 2010 Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards in India. Twenty-one academically gifted students in India have come top in the world in their Cambridge international examinations. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=34334 Cambridge Pre-U students receive their examination results today. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=33863 As students around the world receive their results today from the Cambridge IGCSE June 2010 examination session, University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) celebrates the qualification?s growing popularity. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=33835 Cambridge IGCSE students worldwide will receive their examination results on Thursday 12 August 2010. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=33646 CIE today welcomes the Government announcement that Cambridge IGCSE subjects are now available to state schools in England. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=31798 Three outstanding students from Bangalore, Kolkata and Mumbai are destined to receive the 2010 Manmohan Singh Undergraduate Scholarship to fund their undergraduate studies at the University of Cambridge. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=31107 Two assessment departments of the University of Cambridge will significantly boost support for teachers in the Middle East from their new state-of-the-art Deira base. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=30262 The popularity of Cambridge IGCSE continues to grow. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=27713 Pupils from schools in more than 30 countries will take part in the first 24-hour global online lesson on Tuesday (0ctober 20) to launch a unique programme that aims to offer students a chance to develop a greater understanding of world issues. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=29506 Survey reveals concerns over costs and readiness for higher education http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=27729 High-achieving students are congratulated at the Brilliance in Kenya awards ceremony http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=25158 Professor Alison Richard, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge, will meet teachers and pupils from Mallya Aditi International School, Bangalore. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=26309 UCAS tariff confirmed for Cambridge Pre-U http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=26187 Conference for school principals and heads of department, hosted by University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=25440 Four students in Hong Kong are celebrating winning Top in the World awards for their outstanding performance in the June 2008 Cambridge IGCSE exams. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=25271 Top students in Thailand win awards for their exam performance http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=25194 Talented students receive prizes at the first Cambridge awards ceremony in Tanzania http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=25157 Top Cambridge IGCSE students in Jordan are congratulated at the 6th Cambridge Queen Rania Awards ceremony. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=25136 A growing interest in Cambridge IGCSEs and International A / AS levels in Jordan has prompted University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) to hold its first ever Principals' Forum for schools in Jordan. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=24873 Entry numbers in the June 2008 Cambridge International A/AS Level examination session show that Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry continue to be the top choice. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=24809 Many students are looking to further their education by studying abroad, but what is it really like? A new competition being launched by The British Council in Jordan and University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), is providing the opportunity for two students to win a week-long cultural and educational trip to the UK. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=23811 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present Brilliance in Hong Kong Awards to outstanding students who achieved the best results in the Cambridge IGCSE and International A Level June 2007 exam sessions. One student from Hong Kong scored the top marks in the world in Foreign Language French. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20770 Sri Lankan parents increasingly consider the importance of internationally recognised qualifications when choosing the right education for their children. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=23298 Leading mathematics specialists lead seminars for teachers http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=23300 Cambridge rewards high-achieving students with Brilliance in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Awards. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=23299 The recent accreditation of the Cambridge Pre-U Diploma structure and the most popular Principal Subjects by QCA has led to a jump in demand for the Cambridge Pre-U Diploma. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=23083 CIE enters the New Year having made substantial progress with the submission of Cambridge Pre-U to the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=21851 Ministry of Education extends partnership with University of Cambridge International Examinations for future of UAE education http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=21796 Three Bangladeshi students gain top in the world results http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=21641 CfBT Education Services to be the Cambridge International Centre in the city. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=21640 Senior Representatives from University of Cambridge International Examinations today gave a presentation to parents and teachers at the Excelsior American School, Gurgaon. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20960 Ann Puntis, Chief Executive of University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), and Simon Lebus, Chief Executive of Cambridge Assessment Group will hold a series of high profile meetings with key personnel from the UAE Ministry of Education, Abu Dhabi Education Council, and Knowledge and Human Development Authority on November 20 and 21. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20961 Thailand's most talented students receive prizes and certificates http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20895 Indonesia's most talented students receive prizes and certificates http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20896 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present Brilliance in Kenya Awards to outstanding students who achieved the best results in the Cambridge June 2007 exam session. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20893 International systems leadership expert David Hopkins discusses the benefits to education of school leaders taking a 'systems perspective'. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20898 Delegates from around the world will attend this year's International Teachers' Conference from 13 - 14 November. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20897 4th International Teachers' Conference to be held 13 - 14 Nov 2007 http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20899 The first joint international education conference hosted by University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), in conjunction with the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC), took place for principals and head teachers in Kenya from 3 - 4 October. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20733 Global Best Practice theme for education conference. Chief Executive, University of Cambridge International Examinations to open conference for Principals and Head Teachers. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20692 Mumbai-based Utpal Shanghvi School is a recipient of this year's award. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20694 India amongst fastest growing markets, over 20% rise in school enrolments over last year. More than 2,000 schools across 125 countries take IGCSE. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20693 A wider range of topics, including more contemporary subjects, marks the new Cambridge Pre-U Geography syllabus, launched this month by University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20695 Prizes presented to inspirational teachers and Cambridge students with top exam results. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20697 Principals from more than 100 schools today (26 September) attended a reception at the RSA, London, which could herald a general move towards a more coherent sixth form curriculum, and away from the 'institutionalised resit culture' of modular exams. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20699 A sustained increase in global exam entries has led University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) to launch a recruitment drive to attract more high-quality examiners. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20698 It will ensure that our education remains relevant in future events - Yasmeen Murshed http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=20696 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) has announced the appointment of Magda Mohyeldin as its Senior Business Development Manager for Middle East and North Africa (MENA). http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8285 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) today held a seminar for teachers, at the British Council in Mumbai. The seminar, which is an annual event, was attended by world renowned experts on education, teachers from Cambridge International Centres in India and representatives from CIE and the British Council. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8023 Applications are invited for Cambridge International Fellowship Centre status once each year. The deadline for applications this year is 15 June 2007. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8266 Sixteen Bahraini youngsters, who succeeded in the Cambridge Young Enterprise International Exam have embarked on the second annual Sophia Antipolis Science Park Mentorship Programme. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8442 400 schools have registered with CIE in the last year http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8375 Prizes presented to Pakistan students who achieved outstanding results in Cambridge examinations http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8369 The Cambridge Pre-U Physics syllabus, launched this month, aims to stem the flow of students away from the subject by offering both a wide ranging syllabus and a new focus on historical and philosophical perspectives. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8336 New Cambridge Pre-U qualification submitted for UK state school accreditation. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8320 The November 2006 School Certificate results in Mauritius showed a continuing improvement in standards overall, says University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3238 Loretto School, near Edinburgh, will be the first school to deliver Cambridge IGCSE Sciences. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8310 Pre-IGCSE, a progamme to prepare students for Cambridge IGCSE, is approved by The Egyptian Ministry of Education. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8311 First ever Brilliance in Brunei ceremony marks student success in Cambridge exams. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8286 CIE recently held a forum in Cairo for the principals of national and international schools in Egypt that offer Cambridge IGCSE. At the forum, CIE provided a statistical analysis of how well Egyptian students test against the rest of the world. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8033 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present awards to around 17 high achieving students at a prize-giving ceremony on Friday 20 April. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8032 Cambridge, England, and West Kendall are miles apart, but not for long. The internationally recognized Cambridge University curriculum is coming to Braddock Senior High School's new Global Studies Academy. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3246 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present awards to high achieving students at a prize-giving ceremony on Monday 4 June. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8250 The Faculty of Education at Vietnam National University Hanoi is to offer the Cambridge International Certificate for Teachers and Trainers and the Cambridge International Diploma for Teachers and Trainers to Vietnamese teachers. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8249 Nirmala Institute of Education to be a Cambridge International Centre http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7204 Cheadle Hulme School hosts key event on Cambridge Pre-U. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3195 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) today announced the appointment of Barrie Wiggins as its new regional representative for Spain. Barrie will be based in Palma. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=8019 CIE's Director of International Curriculum Development will take part in a keynote panel debate on the diversity of qualifications across the UK and the impact upon entry to higher education at the 13th UCAS Admissions Conference. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7962 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present awards to high-achieving students at Oxford International School, Dhaka, at prize-giving ceremony. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7722 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present awards to 19 high-achieving students and two inspiring teachers at the 4th Queen Rania Cambridge Awards for Outstanding Achievement on Tuesday 7 November. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3240 It's all about choice says CIE. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7209 Dubai will host more than 125 teachers from around the globe for a two days conference at Knowledge Village on 9th and 10th of November 2006. The conference is organized by the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and sponsored by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Raschid Al Maktoum IT Education Project (ITEP). The theme of this year's conference is 'Computers in the Cambridge Classroom'. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3235 The first 14 draft Cambridge Pre-U syllabuses will be sent out to over 2,000 schools across the UK and abroad for consultation today. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3264 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will be addressing educationalists from around the world at the 16th Conference of Commonwealth Education Ministers (16CCEM) in Cape Town. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3242 CIE's assessment online services have been recognised as being at the forefront of business innovation. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3241 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is set to present awards to 69 high-achieving students at a prize-giving ceremony to be held in Karachi. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3213 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present awards to 51 high-achieving students at a prize-giving ceremony to be held in Lahore. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3211 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is set to present awards to 45 high-achieving students at a prize-giving ceremony to be held in Islamabad. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3210 The Cambridge Pre-U is an exciting new qualification which will for the first time provide a genuine alternative to A Levels and the IB Diploma. The Cambridge Pre-U will be presented at a conference next week by the Chief Executive of University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3263 Europe's largest assessment agency, Cambridge Assessment, today urged UK educators to look beyond the QCA comparability study which reviewed four International GCSE (IGCSE) and GCSE subjects. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3234 "Traditional skills are still the best preparation for young people in a fast moving world", the Chief Executive of international assessment experts University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), will tell delegates at the 16th Conference of Commonwealth Education Ministers next week. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3226 Head teachers meet in Nicosia to discuss Cambridge qualifications http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7206 Teachers working with University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) on the new Cambridge Pre-U qualification today gave an insight into some of the syllabuses they have developed. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3262 Prize giving rewards high achieving Cambridge students in Cyprus University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is set to honour a Cypriot student who has achieved the highest mark internationally in her exams. Argyro Nicolaou, of The English School, Nicosia, gained the top mark in Cambridge IGCSE Literature (English) this summer. She is among 16 high achieving students in Cyprus being acknowledged for their hard work at a prize-giving ceremony on 13 December 2006. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3228 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present awards to around 80 high-achieving students at a prize-giving ceremony on Friday (23 Feb 2007). http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7176 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) presented awards to 136 high-achieving students in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), at a prize-giving ceremony on Monday 13 November at Futurekids-Poland. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3237 University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) will present awards to around 170 high-achieving students from across Pakistan at three prize-giving ceremonies this month. The events are being held over three days in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3212 An international conference on enhancing the role of English education in schools. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3222 CIE consults on revised Diploma structure for Cambridge Pre-U. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7202 In recognition of his exceptional contribution to international education, a Cambridge educationalist has been awarded the prestigious Promotion of International Education Award from the European Council of International Schools (ECIS). http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3221 Students in the Seychelles have once again shown improvement in their Cambridge IGCSE examination results this year. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7199 Results show commitment to increasing educational standards in Mauritius. http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=3201 CIE's response to the Government's consultation on IGCSE http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7200 Regional Manager to be based in Dubai http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7203 Prizes presented to students by UK Minister of Education http://www.cie.org.uk/news/pressreleases/detail?pressrelease_id=7205