Cambridge IGCSE
IGCSE Course – Grades 9 and 10
The Universal School offers the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) course for grade 9 and 10 students. This programme is provided by the University of Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). The two-year IGCSE programme is the world’s most popular international programme for 14-16-year-olds. It develops students’ skills in creative thinking, enquiry and problem-solving skills, giving them excellent preparation for their next steps in education.
Subjects
| Subjects – Scholastics |
| Group – I Languages |
| First Language English |
| English as a Second Language |
| French as a Foreign Language |
| Hindi as a Second Language |
| Group – II (Humanities and Social Sciences) |
| Economics |
| Global Perspectives |
| Group – III (Science) |
| Physics |
| Chemistry |
| Biology |
| Environmental Management |
| Group – IV (Mathematics) |
| Mathematics |
| Group – V (Creative & Professional) |
| Information and Communication Technology |
| Business Studies |
| Computer Science |
| Accounting |
| Co-Scholastics: |
| Vedic Mathematics (IG 1) |
| Career Counselling |
| Life Skills/Value Education |
| Sports/Physical Education |
The minimum requirement for qualifying in IGCSE is English + 4 subjects. The student can opt for more subjects to suit their higher education and career goals.
Life skills
In our goal to provide a holistic education that develops responsible global citizens, our school uses a well researched and developed Life Skill program to impart ethics, values and civic sense to our students. We believe that an ideal learning environment shapes young students into confident and conscientious adults. We actively promote community engagement and open dialogues amongst students which sharpens their sensitivity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Career Guidance
Students have a plethora of courses to choose from, the decision of selecting the right course depends on various factors like interest, aptitude etc. The school’s dedicated Career Guidance Counsellors take this crucial responsibility in close coordination with students and their parents and teachers. The choices can be overwhelming, and students and parents require trusted support at this critical juncture. The team incorporates excellent resources and helps students from Grades 9 and 10 make an informed decision about their educational and career choices.
Assessment
Cambridge IGCSE external assessment takes place at the end of the course (IG 2), and can include written, oral,listening and practical assessment. This broadens opportunities for students to demonstrate their learning.There is a choice between core and extended curricula in many subjects,making Cambridge IGCSE suitable for a wide range of abilities.
IG 1 :
- Two Progression Tests
- Two Term-end Examinations
IG 2:
- 1 Booster Examination
- 3 Mock Examinations
Feedback/Reflection — In a year, four feedback sessions are scheduled for the Parents where they meet the Teachers and get feedback regarding the student’s progress.