Are IGCSE exams Cancelled 2021 in Singapore?
As you may be aware, the IGCSE exams were cancelled in 2020 due to the unprecedented COVID-19 global pandemic. This year, Cambridge International has announced that the May/June 2021 exams will not go ahead as planned.
Is IGCSE Recognised in Singapore?
The standards set by the Cambridge IGCSE are internationally recognized and are on par with both the Cambridge O levels in Singapore as well as the GCSE in the United Kingdom.
Is IGCSE Cancelled in Singapore?
Which international exams will currently go ahead in Singapore? Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge O Level, Cambridge International AS & A Level, and the Cambridge AICE Diploma has cancelled all exams.
Is IGCSE and British curriculum same?
The IGCSE is based on the British curriculum (GCSE) but adapted for a more internationally-focused student body. Assessments are done mainly by examination through the exam board of the school’s choice. The most well-known are Cambridge Assessment International Education and Edexcel.
How much does IGCSE exams cost?
Students enrolled on these courses will have to be registered as private candidates and take their IGCSE exam at selected test centres around the country. Fees for each IGCSE paper range from RM600 to RM2,800.
Are IGCSE Cancelled 2021?
IGCSE and IA-level exams in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been cancelled by Cambridge International owing to a directive from the nation’s Ministry of Education.
Is an IGCSE harder than GCSE?
Is IGCSE harder than GCSE? IGCSE qualifications have traditionally been perceived by some people as “harder” than GCSEs because the final results were solely based on the end-of-course examinations, rather than offering the opportunity for students to complete coursework to contribute towards their final grades.
Which is harder IGCSE or O levels?
IGCSE is easier than O Levels though the syllabus is almost same but the paper patterns are easier although you have to study the same syllabus. Both can help you on an International level so its totally up to you.
What IGCSE Singapore?
Home / Student Learning / IGCSE. The Cambridge IGCSE is an international examination curriculum commonly adopted by most international schools in Singapore and worldwide. The examination system is trusted by schools, universities and employers worldwide, and a passport to progression and success.
Is a Grade C in IGCSE English enough?
*For example, achieving a Grade C in IGCSE English is often enough to satisfy the language requirements for some universities in English-speaking nations. The British Council makes the whole exam process more straightforward.
How can the British Council help you with international exams?
The British Council helps more than two million people take international exams every year. We can offer you support and guidance – from choosing subjects to exam registration. *For example, achieving a Grade C in IGCSE English is often enough to satisfy the language requirements for some universities in English-speaking nations.
What does the British Council do in Singapore?
Welcome to the British Council in Singapore. The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We are on the ground in six continents and over 100 countries, bringing international opportunity to life, every day. Find out more about us.
How do I make special arrangements when registering for IGCSEs?
If you need to make special arrangements when registering for IGCSEs please contact the person organising the exam or the British Council offices in Singapore at least six weeks before your exam date. You will need to provide a medical certificate issued within the last two years along with your special need request.