๐ What is IGCSE?
The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is one of the most popular international qualifications for students aged 14 to 16. It is recognized by top universities and employers across the globe. Developed by Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), the curriculum promotes academic excellence, critical thinking, and global awareness.
๐ฏ Benefits of IGCSE
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Globally Recognized: Accepted by leading universities worldwide.
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Skill Development: Focuses on analysis, communication, creativity, and problem-solving.
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Flexible Curriculum: Students choose from a broad range of subjects tailored to their strengths.
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Foundation for Higher Education: Acts as a stepping stone to A Levels, IB Diploma, and other pre-university programs.
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English Proficiency: Strong emphasis on English fluencyโspoken and written.
๐ Courses Offered at BigApple Teaching
BigApple Teaching offers expert tutoring for a wide range of Cambridge IGCSE subjects, including:
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Core Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, Biology
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Mathematics: Mathematics (Core & Extended), Additional Mathematics
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Languages: English as a First Language, English as a Second Language, French, Spanish, Hindi
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Humanities: Economics, Business Studies, Geography, History
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ICT and Computer Science
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Accounting and Environmental Management
๐ Customized lesson plans and one-on-one sessions ensure personalized attention.
๐๏ธ Exam Schedule
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IGCSE Exams are held twice a year:
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May/June session
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October/November session
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Students can choose their exam session depending on their readiness and academic planning.
๐ Assessment & Scoring
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Assessment Methods: Written examinations, practical assessments (for sciences), coursework, and oral tests (for languages).
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Scoring System: Grades range from A (highest)* to G (lowest).
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Result Release: Results are typically released about 6โ8 weeks after the exams.
BigApple Teaching provides regular mock exams, past paper practice, and internal assessments to track student progress.
โญ๏ธ Whatโs Next After IGCSE?
After IGCSE, students typically move on to:
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Cambridge International AS & A Levels
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IB Diploma Programme (IBDP)
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National boards (CBSE, ISC) or other international programs
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Foundation Programs for early university admission in certain countries
BigApple Teaching provides full academic counseling to guide students on the best path post-IGCSE.
๐ IGCSE Tutoring at BigApple Teaching
At BigApple Teaching, we specialize in online and in-person tutoring for Cambridge IGCSE:
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โ๏ธ Certified subject experts
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โ๏ธ One-on-one and group sessions
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โ๏ธ Customized learning plans
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โ๏ธ Weekly progress reports for parents
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โ๏ธ Past paper analysis & exam strategies
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โ๏ธ Flexible scheduling for international students
๐ Contact us today to schedule a free trial session and boost your IGCSE success!