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hello, i am currently taking seven subjects but in october november 2014 i decided to take examination for two subjects ICT(417) and Arabic (3180) I got an A and A* so now I am focusing on the other five but here is the problem i need to do a schedule for studying my mocs begin on 22nd of march so should i only study the content and not solve pastpapers or should i do both please help me
Hello Dania,
You must do both. Practice is very important to score well.
Hello Sir/Madam!
How are you? My name is Kathryn. I live in South Africa. I am studying IGCSE. I am not sure which field of study I would like to pursue after IGCSE.
I would like to know:
1. Do I have to complete A levels or Pre-U after IGCSE (to be accepted generally in universities worldwide)?
2. I have been told that if I took 13 IGCSE subjects, and obtain A or A* in each of the subjects, it will be counted as A levels. Is it true?
3. Will taking 13 IGCSE subjects make me a prominent choice for universities worldwide (1) with A levels or Pre-U? (2) without A levels or Pre-U?
4. Are all IGCSE courses available in South Africa?
Thank You!
Also, I would like to know if after I write all the courses required for ICE, I can apply for ICE with my passmarks/certificates?
What does “ICE” stand for?
Hello Kathryn,
We are fine, thanks for asking!
Here are the answers for you:
1. Generally, yes. Most universities prefer A-Level or Pre-U or equivalent.
2. It is NOT counted as A-Level, but it is highly likely you can get admission into some universities.
3. NO. Taking more subjects does not contribute to “preferred” category. You must take the “necessary” subjects in accordance to your further study in the university. Most universities would require some subjects from A-Level and some from IGCSE.
4. NO. If you’re a “Private Candidate”, you must check with your local British Council on what subjects are available in your area. If you are attached to a school, just follow what they have
Hello,
I’m from Libya and i registered and payed for this session for the IGCSE but the British Council didn’t open since the 17th February…
Will there be IGCSE exams in Libya or not?
Hi Thana,
Please write to British Council in UK immediately. You can send them a message on their website, but we recommend you to give them a call directly.
The website is: https://www.britishcouncil.org/contact
The phone number is: +44 (0)161 957 7755
Thank you
Hello,
I had something to ask
1. Can you give IGCSE at the age of 13 if you are in grade 9, that time?
and is it up to you which all subjects you like to take in the first year of IGCSE?
Hi Sara, if you are a “Private Candidate”, yes you can take any subjects in your first session of examination.
Hello Sara,
No, you can’t sit for IGCSE examination while you are still in grade 9. You must complete the 2-year IGCSE syllabus, then go for the exam. Don’t rush
Respected IGCSE Team,
I am not at all rushing……..
Actually, I am not a private member. My school is affiliated with Cambridge University and allows some of the exams to give in grade 9 and the other in Grade 10. So, can I give in Grade 9 when I am 13? what do you mean by the first session? Grade 9, right?
Regards,
Sara
How many IGCSE subjects are necessary to qualify in Pakistan?
That you have to check with your school. Each school has their own legislation.
Hello Sara,
If your school has special arrangement in that, you could just follow. First session in a year means, the May/June session.
Ok, I will look it over, Thanks
I gave O level in 4 subject in may 2014 now can i sit for another 2 subject of O level in may 2016 ? i already registered A levels for may 2015 .
Hi Talamooon,
Please check with your previous exam centre in May 2014, that if you could sit for another 2 subjects in May 2016.
As far as we know, O-Level is a group award. You can’t split the subjects into different examination session. Which means, you MUST sit for ALL the subjects in one examination session. Then you will be awarded ONE certificate based on your achievement of all the subjects.
O-Level examination is different than IGCSE examination.
Hi.
Is an IGCSE candidate allowed to sit for Paper 1 (of Subject A) in June 2015, and subsequently sit for Paper 2 (of Subject A) in June 2016, and still get the grade for Subject A?
Hello Michael,
As far as we know, no you can’t do that. When you register for a subject, it consists of the combination that you register with. Then you will have to write all papers in one session.
Further more, there are many syllabus changes between 2015 and 2016. So, it can’t be done.