Welcome IGCSE / AS / A Level Orientation

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1 Welcome IGCSE / AS / A Level Orientation February 4 th, 2019 Click here to get presentation :

2 Please note: This is an ORIENTATION meeting only. Any related queries will be dealt with by our Exams Officer, Mr. Mohsin Mirza who can be contacted via reception. Address: EXT. # 138

3 Presentation Information w w w. a l a n s a r s c h o o l. n e t

4 CAIE Centre Registration AL ANSAR INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL is a fully approved CAIE centre licensed to conduct IGCSE, AS and A-Level examinations since Our official Centre number is AE 072

5 CAMBRIDGE IGCSE GRADE 9 & 10

6 Cambridge IGCSE IGCSE - International General Certificate of Secondary Education The world s most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds. Taught in over schools in more than 140 countries. Offered by over 2100 UK schools & 95 Schools in the UAE. Over 70 subjects available can be taken in any combination. Builds skills in creative thinking, enquiry and problem solving.

7 Cambridge IGCSE IGCSE - International General Certificate of Secondary Education Excellent preparation for advanced study. Assessment options for learners of different abilities. Internationally recognised qualifications. Cambridge IGCSE is accepted as equivalent to GCSE in the UK Cambridge IGCSE provided me with the challenges I needed to prepare myself for the next stage in my life. Omar Hossam Moustafa Sobhy, former Cambridge IGCSE student, Al Ansar International School, Sharjah

8 IGCSE AT A GLANCE The IGCSE program begins in Grade 9 and iscompleted at the end of Grade 10. (2 years of IGCSE ) The equivalency of the certificate requires to complete FIVE of the IGCSE subjects from which Geography or History should be one of them, Mathematics and Physics are compulsory and to be extended plus THREE A Level subjects, Mathematics being compulsory and the student can choose two subjects of Sciences ( Physics, Chemistry and Biology}. The passing grades are A*, A, B, C, D. Because International Standard of the Universities demand 12 years of School Education for further studies, so to meet that level we offer IGCSE in Grade-10 and A-Level in Grade-12.

9 IGCSE AT A GLANCE IGCSE FINAL EXAMINATIONS CAIE conducts IGCSE exams in 2 series per academic year. Series 1 May/June (Registration in January) Series 2 Oct/Nov (Registration in June) Pay the Examination Fees(per subject) at the time of Registration (not included in annual school fees).

10 IGCSE AT A GLANCE IGCSE ADDITIONAL SUBJECTS The students who want to appear for additional subjects can write their exams in the Oct / Nov series also. School provides extra classes for the Speaking Test of Foreign Language Arabic. (Fees are applicable ) A minimum of 5 students should register for the additional subjects like Practical & Oral exams.

11 IGCSE AT A GLANCE The current Gr 10 students will sit for the final IGCSE exams in Grade 11 (May/June, 2020 series). The current Gr 9 students will sit for the final IGCSE exams in Grade 10 (May/June, 2020 series). The current Gr 8 students will sit for the final IGCSE exams in Grade 10 (May/June, 2021 series). All the students must appear in 7 IGCSE subjects being offered at the school. Ministry of Education will only attest the IGCSE certificate for a minimum of 5 subjects in one certificate. We STRONGLY discourage students who seek to drop subjects.

12 IGCSE AT A GLANCE COMPLETION OF SYLLABUS (for Grade 10) Grade 9 (1 st Year of IGCSE) 2018 Grade 10 (2 nd Year of IGCSE) 2019 Grade 11 (3 rd Year of IGCSE) % of IGCSE Syllabus. The students will be evaluated on the entire years portion in the Final Examination. Passing Percentage is 50%. 45% of IGCSE Syllabus. The students will be evaluated on the portion of Gr-9 & 10. In other words, students will complete 75% of the IGCSE syllabus by the end of Grade 10. Passing Percentage is 50%. 25% of IGCSE Syllabus. The Grade 11 students will be evaluated on the portion of Gr- 9, 10 & 11 in the First Term Exams. For registering in Extended Subjects, a mark of 60% is required in the First Term Exams.

13 IGCSE AT A GLANCE COMPLETION OF SYLLABUS (for Grade 9) Grade 9 (1 st Year of IGCSE) 2019 Grade 10 (2 nd Year of IGCSE) % of IGCSE Syllabus. The students will be evaluated on the portion of Gr-9. Passing Percentage is 50%. 60% of IGCSE Syllabus. The Grade 10 students will be evaluated on the portion of Gr-9 & 10 in the Third Term Exams. For registering in Extended Subjects, a mark of 60% is required in the Third Term Exams.

14 IGCSE AT A GLANCE COMPLETION OF SYLLABUS (for Grade 8) Grade 9 (1 st Year of IGCSE) 2020 Grade 10 (2 nd Year of IGCSE) % of IGCSE Syllabus. The students will be evaluated on the portion of Gr-9. Passing Percentage is 50%. 40% of IGCSE Syllabus. The Grade 10 students will be evaluated on the portion of Gr-9 & 10 in the First Term Exams. For registering in Extended Subjects, a mark of 60% is required in the First Term Exams.

15 IGCSE SUBJECTS IGCSE Subjects English Mathematics Physics Chemistry Biology Environmental Management History / Geography Computer Science Accounting Economics Business Studies Enterprise Ministry Subjects Arabic Religion

16 SUBJECTS IN GR. 9 Science Stream English Computer Science Mathematics Physics History / Geography Enterprise Chemistry Biology Commerce Stream English Computer Science Mathematics Physics History / Geography Enterprise Accounting / Economics Business Studies Ministry Subjects Arabic & Religion

17 SUBJECTS IN GR. 10 Science Stream English Computer Science Mathematics Physics History / Geography Environmental Management Chemistry Biology Commerce Stream English Computer Science Mathematics Physics History / Geography Environmental Management Accounting / Economics Business Studies Ministry Subjects Arabic & Religion

18 What are some of the minimum IGCSE subjects required? Some countries require a minimum of 8 IGCSE subjects for university entry. In addition to the 7 subjects offered at the school, students can take an additional subject either in Gr. 9 or Gr. 10. OCT / NOV or MAY / JUNE Exam Series. Advisable for students to write additional subjects in different series. Very difficult for students to write 8 subjects in 1 series!

19 List of additional subjects offered: 1) First Language Arabic / Foreign Language Arabic 2) Environmental Management 3) Sociology 4) Travel & Tourism 5) Etc. Full list of subjects available on the CAIE website.

20 CAMBRIDGE AS Level GRADE 11 A2 Level GRADE 12

21 Cambridge International AS & A Level Taken by over learners in more than 125 countries. Over 55 subjects available. Develops deep understanding, independent learning and constructive thinking skills. Flexible programmes.

22 Cambridge International AS & A Level Internationally recognised qualifications. Variety of assessment methods being used (Practical). Accepted by universities worldwide, including all UK universities. Accepted by over 450 US universities including Harvard, Yale, MIT and Stanford. A passport to success at university and in employment. Studying Cambridge International A Levels gave me invaluable preparation of my further studies. Anas Yasser Yassin Malas, former Cambridge learner, Al Ansar International School, Sharjah

23 AS & A-Level AT A GLANCE Cambridge Subjects Mathematics Physics Chemistry Biology Accounting Economics Business Studies IT Ministry Subjects Arabic Religion

24 Subjects offered by AL ANSAR (for current Grade 10 & 11 Students) As part of the Grade 12 Annual School fee, students will be covered for the following: 2 (Two) AS level subjects or 1 (One) A level subject Students may register for EXTRA subjects at an ADDITIONAL CHARGE. NOTE: Ministry of Education will only attest the AS/A level certificates for the minimum of 2 AS subjects.

25 Subjects offered by AL ANSAR (for current Grade 8 & 9 students) As part of the Grade 11 & 12 Annual School fee, students will be covered for the following: 3 (Three) AS level subjects in Grade-11 & 3 (Three) A2 level subjects in Grade-12 Students may register for EXTRA subjects at an ADDITIONAL CHARGE. NOTE: Ministry of Education will only attest the A level certificates for the minimum of 3 A-level subjects.

26 Cambridge Examination Fees Registration for the Cambridge Examinations will be open after the First Term Examinations. The registration form will include the full fees details for each subject which will be given to the students. The registration form will also be available on the school website.

27 Universities Admission Requirements: Parent s responsibility to determine requirements for University Entry. Students must complete a minimum of 12 years of school education in order to be considered for admission. Ministry attests the Statement of Results and the School s Report on the students grades in Arabic & Religion. Al Ansar Intl School caters for generic minimum needs, which are 5 IGCSE plus 3 A level subjects.

28 FUTURE PLANNING EXAMS SERIES GRADES (with minimum requirements) Jun IG(6) Jun AS(2) 11-IG(7) 10-IG(5) 9 Jun-21 X 12-AS(2) 11-AS(3) 10-IG(5) Jun-22 X X 12-A2(3) 11-AS(3) Jun-23 X X X 12-A2(3)

29 University Recognition Database Find out which universities recognise Cambridge qualifications at: You can search by country and by qualification. Cambridge has a team of staff dedicated to extending university recognition of Cambridge qualifications.

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31 Award Programs Cambridge International Certificate of Education Awards (ICE) Sheikh Maktoum Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards, UAE.

32 Cambridge International Certificate of Education Awards (ICE) Cambridge ICE is the group award of the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and requires the study of subjects drawn from the five different IGCSE subject groups. It gives schools the opportunity to benefit from offering a broad and balanced curriculum by recognising the achievements of students who pass examinations in at least seven subjects, including two languages, and one subject from each of the other subject groups.

33 The Cambridge IGCSE subjects are grouped into five curriculum areas: Group I: Languages First Language/ Second Language/ Foreign Language English, Arabic, etc. Group II: Humanities and Social Sciences Islamiyat, Environmental management, Economics, etc. Group III: Sciences Physics, Chemistry, Biology, etc. Group IV: Mathematics Group V: Creative, Technical and Vocational Computer Science, Business Studies, etc.

34 ICE AWARDS INFORMATION: Candidates can qualify for Cambridge ICE over two sessions provided they take place during a period of 13 months. Science students have an advantage as they can cover all of the 5 categories. Pay the Entry Fees(per certificate) at the time of Registration (not included in examination fees).

35 Sheikh Maktoum Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards, UAE. This is an award for both the student and the school. Now includes additional subjects that were not on the top subject list. e.g. Environmental Management. Students who reach a level of standard marks defined as outstanding in any subject will now receive a high achievement award. Winners will be announced in January of the new year.

36 The award applies to the following categories: Top in the World for Cambridge IGCSE. (Mathematics - Rahaf Refaat) Top in the World for Cambridge International AS Level. (Mathematics - Mariame Yasser) Top in the UAE for Cambridge IGCSE. Top in the UAE for Cambridge International AS Level. Top in the UAE for Cambridge International A Level. Highest Achievement in Cambridge IGCSE. Best Across Seven, Eight, Nine Cambridge IGCSE subjects for each emirate. Best across Three and Four Cambridge AS levels subjects for each emirate. Best Across Three and Four Cambridge A level Subjects for each emirate.

37 Rewards Policy NB: Students have to present their certificate to get all these concessions Al Ansar International School always motivates students to achieve the highest goals. The school has decided to give special fee concessions to students as a token of appreciation for their performance. Students who display outstanding performance in the final IGCSE / AS / A level examinations, will be eligible for fee discounts.

38 Rewards Policy IGCSE Symbol Discount per symbol A* 300 Dhs. A 200 Dhs.

39 Rewards Policy AS Level Symbol A B Discount per symbol 400 Dhs. 300 Dhs. A Level A* & A 500 Dhs. B 400 Dhs.

40 Rewards Policy Remember! IGCSE Rewards are only for students who will continue their studies in AS / A level with Al Ansar International.

41 Rewards Policy Rewards are only for the teaching subjects which is offered by school. Rewards are only for the IGCSE / AS / A level final year examination of the June Series.

42 Benefits of the Awards: Better recognition at University. Greater chance of acceptance into university. Helps in the application of Bursaries. Highlights the student as a high achiever. Improves the students resume (Job Seeking). Excellent for Self Confidence.

43 Cambridge Professional Development Qualifications

44 Subject Educational Supervisors SUBJECTS COORDINATOR E MAIL ADDRESS English Mr. Zakariyya Ellemdeen edu.eng9-12@alansarschool.net Computer Science Mr. Yawer Zeeshan edu.comp9-12@alansarschool.net Mathematics Ms. Samia Zaher edu.math4-12@alansarschool.net Physics Mr. Rifaqat Ali edu.phy@alansarschool.net Chemistry Ms. Sabahat Mahmoud edu.chem@alansarschool.net Biology Ms. Ayesha Sultana edu.bio@alansarschool.net Commerce Mr. Arslan Sabir edu.comm@alansarschool.net Exams officer: Mr. Mohsin Mirza (exams@alansarschool.net)

45 Thank You!