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Cambridge IGCSE Curriculum

The GCSE courses in Statistics and Combined Science provide comprehensive instruction in data analysis, biology, chemistry, and physics, building essential skills. Edexcel IGCSE courses in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Business Studies, and IT deliver robust theoretical and practical knowledge for advanced studies.

Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry

The Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry course covers key topics such as atomic structure, stoichiometry, acids, bases, organic chemistry, and more. Students are assessed through multiple-choice, theory, and practical exams, with both core and extended curriculum options available for different achievement levels.

Key topics covered in the syllabus include:
  • The Particulate Nature of Matter
    • Solids, liquids, gases.
    • Changes of state, diffusion.
  • Experimental Techniques
    • Methods of purification (filtration, crystallisation, distillation).
    • Measurement of temperature, mass, and volume.
  • Atoms, Elements, and Compounds
    • Structure of the atom: protons, neutrons, electrons.
    • Periodic Table: Groups and periods.
    • Ionic and covalent bonding.
  • Stoichiometry
    • Chemical formulae and equations.
    • Calculating reacting masses, volumes, and concentrations.
  • Electricity and Chemistry
    • Electrolysis, products of electrolysis.
    • Industrial uses of electrolysis.
  • Chemical Energetics
    • Exothermic and endothermic reactions.
    • Energy changes in reactions.
  • Chemical Reactions
    • Rate of reactions.
    • Catalysts.
    • Reversible reactions and dynamic equilibrium.
  • Acids, Bases, and Salts
    • Properties of acids and alkalis.
    • pH scale, indicators.
    • Preparation of salts.
  • The Periodic Table
    • Trends in Groups and Periods.
    • Properties of Group I and Group VII elements.
    • Transition metals and noble gases.
  • Metals
    • Properties of metals.
    • Reactivity series, extraction of metals.
    • Corrosion, alloy formation.
  • Air and Water
    • Composition of air, pollution.
    • Water treatment, uses of oxygen and nitrogen.
  • Sulphur
    • Sulphur dioxide, uses of sulfuric acid
  • Carbonates
    • Limestone, uses of calcium carbonate.
  • Organic Chemistry
    • Fuels, crude oil, and fractional distillation.
    • Alkanes, alkenes, alcohols.
    • Polymers and plastics.
Exam Structure Overview

Core Curriculum (for grades C-G)

Paper 1 (Multiple Choice): 40 questions, 45 minutes, 30% of the total grade.
Paper 3 (Theory): Structured and short-answer questions, 1 hour 15 minutes, 50% of the total grade.
Paper 6 (Alternative to Practical): Practical skills questions, 1 hour, 20% of the total grade.

Extended Curriculum (for grades A*-E)

Paper 2 (Multiple Choice): 40 questions, 45 minutes, 30% of the total grade.
Paper 4 (Theory): Structured and short-answer questions, 1 hour 15 minutes, 50% of the total grade.
Paper 6 (Alternative to Practical): Practical skills questions, 1 hour, 20% of the total grade.

Cambridge IGCSE Biology

The Cambridge IGCSE Biology course covers key topics like cells, genetics, and ecology, with assessments in theory, multiple-choice, and practical skills across core and extended curriculums.

Key topics covered in the syllabus include:
  • Characteristics & Classification of Living Organisms
    • Movement, respiration, sensitivity, growth, reproduction, excretion, and nutrition.
    • Classification: Kingdoms, binomial system.
  • Cells
    • Animal and plant cell structure.
    • Specialized cells, diffusion, osmosis, active transport.
  • Biological Molecules
    • Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, water in organisms.
  • Nutrition
    • Photosynthesis.
    • Human digestive system, balanced diet.
    • Mineral requirements for plants.
  • Respiration
    • Aerobic and anaerobic respiration, ATP.
  • Transport
    • Xylem, phloem in plants.
    • Human circulatory system (heart, blood vessels).
  • Excretion
    • Human excretory system (kidneys, lungs).
    • Excretion in plants.
  • Coordination & Response
    • Nervous system, hormones in humans.
    • Tropisms in plants.
  • Reproduction
    • Sexual and asexual reproduction in plants and animals.
    • Human reproductive system.
  • Genetics
    • Inheritance (genes, alleles, Punnett squares).
    • Variation, mutation.
  • Evolution
    • Natural selection, fossils.
  • Ecology
    • Ecosystems, food chains, energy flow.
  • Human Impact
    • Pollution, deforestation, conservation.
Exam Structure Overview

Core Curriculum (for grades C-G)

Paper 1 (Multiple Choice): 40 questions, 45 minutes, 30% of the total grade.
Paper 3 (Theory): Structured and short-answer questions, 1 hour 15 minutes, 50% of the total grade.
Paper 6 (Alternative to Practical): Practical skills questions, 1 hour, 20% of the total grade.

Extended Curriculum (for grades A*-E)

Paper 2 (Multiple Choice): 40 questions, 45 minutes, 30% of the total grade.
Paper 4 (Theory): Structured and short-answer questions, 1 hour 15 minutes, 50% of the total grade.
Paper 6 (Alternative to Practical): Practical skills questions, 1 hour, 20% of the total grade.

Cambridge IGCSE Physics

The Cambridge IGCSE Physics course covers essential topics like forces, energy, waves, electricity, and atomic physics. Students are assessed through multiple-choice, theory, and practical exams, with core and extended curriculum options for different grade ranges.

Key topics covered in the syllabus include:
  • General Physics
    • Length, Time, Speed, Velocity, and Acceleration
    • Density, Mass, and Volume
    • Forces and Effects of Forces: Hooke’s law, friction, and momentum.
    • Energy, Work, and Power
    • Pressure: In solids, liquids, and gases.
  • Thermal Physics
    • Molecular Model of Matter: States of matter.
    • Thermal Expansion
    • Heat Transfer: Conduction, convection, and radiation.
    • Thermal Capacity
    • Change of State: Latent heat.
  • Properties of Waves
    • General Wave Properties: Reflection, refraction, diffraction.
    • Light: Reflection, refraction, lenses.
    • Sound: Properties and uses.
  • Electricity and Magnetism
    • Electric Quantities: Current, voltage, resistance.
    • Electrical Circuits: Series and parallel circuits.
    • Dangers of Electricity
    • Electromagnetic Effects: Electromagnetic induction, transformers, and motors.
    • Magnetism: Properties and uses.
  • Atomic Physics
    • Radioactivity: Types, detection, and hazards.
    • Nuclear Energy: Fission, fusion, and safety.
Exam Structure Overview

Core Curriculum (for grades C-G)

Paper 1 (Multiple Choice): 40 questions, 45 minutes, 30% of the total grade.
Paper 3 (Theory): Structured and short-answer questions, 1 hour 15 minutes, 50% of the total grade.
Paper 6 (Alternative to Practical): Practical skills questions, 1 hour, 20% of the total grade.

Extended Curriculum (for grades A*-E)

Paper 2 (Multiple Choice): 40 questions, 45 minutes, 30% of the total grade.
Paper 4 (Theory): Structured and short-answer questions, 1 hour 15 minutes, 50% of the total grade.
Paper 6 (Alternative to Practical): Practical skills questions, 1 hour, 20% of the total grade.

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics

The Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics course covers essential topics such as algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and statistics. Students are assessed through two exams: short-answer and structured questions, with core and extended curricula available for different grade ranges.

Key topics covered in the syllabus include:
  • Number
    • Integers, fractions, decimals, percentages.
    • Powers and roots.
    • Standard form and estimation.
    • Ratio, proportion, and rate.
  • Algebra
    • Expressions, equations, and inequalities.
    • Simplifying, expanding, and factorizing.
    • Solving linear and quadratic equations.
    • Sequences (arithmetic, geometric).
    • Graphs of functions (linear, quadratic, exponential).
  • Geometry
    • Properties of angles, lines, polygons.
    • Symmetry, congruence, and similarity.
    • Pythagoras' theorem and trigonometry.
    • Area and volume of shapes (2D and 3D).
  • Mensuration
    • Perimeter, area of rectangles, triangles, circles.
    • Surface area and volume of prisms, cylinders, spheres, pyramids.
  • Coordinate Geometry
    • Plotting points, gradients, and straight-line equations.
    • Distance between two points.
  • Trigonometry
    • Sine, cosine, tangent ratios.
    • Solving right-angled triangles.
    • Sine and cosine rules for non-right-angled triangles.
  • Vectors
    • Vector notation and operations.
    • Magnitude and direction of vectors.
    • Translation and vector geometry.
  • Vectors
    • Vector notation and operations.
    • Magnitude and direction of vectors.
    • Translation and vector geometry.
  • Transformations
    • Reflection, rotation, translation, enlargement.
    • Describing transformations using coordinates.
  • Probability
    • Basic probability concepts.
    • Probability from Venn diagrams and tree diagrams.
  • Statistics
    • Collecting, presenting, and interpreting data.
    • Mean, median, mode, and range.
    • Cumulative frequency and box plots.
Exam Structure Overview

Core Curriculum (for grades C-G)

Paper 1 (Short-answer questions): 1 hour, 35% of the total grade.
Paper 3 (Structured questions): 2 hours, 65% of the total grade.

Extended Curriculum (for grades A*-E)

Paper 2 (Short-answer questions): 1 hour 30 minutes, 35% of the total grade.
Paper 4 (Structured questions): 2 hours 30 minutes, 65% of the total grade.

Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics

The Cambridge IGCSE Additional Mathematics syllabus delves into advanced topics such as algebra, calculus, trigonometry, and matrices. The exam consists of two papers, each lasting 2 hours and contributing equally to the final grade. Both papers cover structured questions that assess students’ mastery of these advanced mathematical concepts.

Key topics covered in the syllabus include:
  • Algebra
    • Equations and Inequalities: Linear, quadratic, simultaneous equations.
    • Indices and Surds: Laws of indices, simplifying surds.
    • Polynomials: Factor and remainder theorems.
    • Binomial Theorem: Expansion of binomials (positive integer indices).
  • Functions
    • Understanding Functions: Domain, range, composite, and inverse functions.
    • Graphs of Functions: Linear, quadratic, cubic, reciprocal, and exponential functions.
  • Coordinate Geometry
    • Straight-Line Equations: Gradient, intercept, perpendicular and parallel lines.
    • Circles: Equation of a circle, tangents, and normals.
  • Trigonometry
    • Sine, Cosine, Tangent Rules: For non-right-angled triangles.
    • Graphs of Trigonometric Functions: Amplitude, period, transformations.
    • Trigonometric Identities: Simplifying and solving trigonometric equations.
  • Calculus
    • Differentiation: Derivatives of polynomial, exponential, and trigonometric functions.
    • Applications of Differentiation: Tangents, normals, stationary points, increasing and decreasing functions.
    • Integration: Indefinite and definite integrals, area under curves.
    • Applications of Integration: Finding areas between curves and axes.
  • Vectors
    • Vector Algebra: Addition, subtraction, scalar multiplication.
    • Position Vectors and Geometry: Magnitude, direction, and use in geometry.
  • Logarithms
    • Laws of Logarithms: Simplifying logarithmic expressions.
    • Solving Logarithmic and Exponential Equations.
  • Permutations and Combinations
    • Counting Principles: Factorial notation, combinations, and permutations.
  • Matrices
    • Matrix Algebra: Addition, subtraction, multiplication.
    • Determinants and Inverses of 2x2 Matrices.
    • Solving Linear Equations Using Matrices.
  • Kinematics
    • Equations of Motion: Using calculus to model motion.
    • Velocity, Acceleration, Displacement.
Exam Structure Overview

Paper 1

10–12 structured questions.
Duration: 2 hours, 50% of the total grade.

Paper 2

10–12 structured questions.
Duration: 2 hours, 50% of the total grade.

Both papers cover the entire syllabus content, and students are assessed on their understanding of more advanced mathematical concepts, with emphasis on algebra, functions, calculus, and geometry.

Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies

The Cambridge IGCSE Business Studies syllabus covers key areas like business activity, people in business, marketing, operations, finance, and external influences, tested through short-answer questions and a case study in two papers.
Key topics covered in the syllabus include:
  • Understanding Business Activity
    • Business concepts and purpose.
    • Sectors of the economy (primary, secondary, tertiary).
    • Types of business organisations (sole trader, partnership, corporations).
    • Business growth and objectives.
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  • People in Business
    • Motivation theories (Maslow, Herzberg).
    • Methods of motivation (financial and non-financial).
    • Organisation structure (hierarchy, chain of command, leadership styles).
    • Recruitment, training, and employment contracts.
  • Marketing
    • Market research: primary and secondary data.
    • Marketing mix (4Ps: Product, Price, Place, Promotion).
    • Product life cycle and branding.
    • Pricing strategies and distribution channels.
  • Operations Management
    • Production methods (job, batch, flow).
    • Lean production and efficiency.
    • Quality control and customer service.
    • Inventory management (Just-In-Time, Just-In-Case).
  • Financial Information and Decisions
    • Sources of finance (internal and external).
    • Cash flow forecasting.
    • Profit and loss accounts, balance sheets.
  • Economic factors (inflation, interest rates, unemployment).
    • Legal, social, environmental influences.
    • Globalization and multinational businesses.
    • Exchange rates and their impact on businesses.
Exam Structure Overview

Paper 1 (Short-Answer and Structured Questions)

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
50% of the total grade.
Contains short-answer and structured questions based on business concepts, scenarios, and application of knowledge.

Paper 2 (Case Study)

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
50% of the total grade.
Based on a business case study, where students analyze and solve business problems, applying their understanding of business concepts.

Cambridge IGCSE Accounting

The Cambridge IGCSE Accounting syllabus covers fundamentals such as double-entry bookkeeping, financial statements, and accounting for various business types. The exam includes multiple-choice and structured questions in two equally weighted papers.

Key topics covered in the syllabus include:
  • The Fundamentals of Accounting
    • Purpose of accounting and the role of accountants.
    • Double-entry bookkeeping.
    • Accounting concepts and principles (e.g., accruals, consistency, prudence).
  • Sources and Recording of Data
    • Books of Prime Entry: Purchases, sales, returns, and cash books.
    • Ledgers: General, sales, and purchase ledgers.
    • Trial Balance: Preparation and purpose.
  • Verification of Accounting Records
    • Bank Reconciliation: Comparing bank statements with cash books.
    • Control Accounts: Sales and purchases ledgers.
    • Errors and Correction: Types of errors (e.g., omission, commission) and use of suspense accounts.
  • Accounting Procedures
    • Depreciation: Methods (straight-line, reducing balance).
    • Bad Debts and Provision for Doubtful Debts: Understanding and accounting for bad debts.
    • Accruals and Prepayments: Adjusting for revenues and expenses in the correct period
  • Financial Statements
    • Sole Traders: Income statements and balance sheets.
    • Partnerships: Capital and current accounts, income statement and balance sheet.
    • Limited Companies: Share capital, reserves, dividends, and financial statements.
    • Non-Profit Organisations: Receipts and payments accounts, income and expenditure accounts.
  • Analysis and Interpretation
    • Profitability and Liquidity Ratios: Gross profit margin, net profit margin, current ratio, quick ratio.
    • Use of Financial Ratios: Interpretation and decision-making.
  • Accounting for Manufacturing Businesses
    • Manufacturing Accounts: Direct and indirect costs, prime cost, production cost.
  • Accounting for Partnerships
    • Profit-sharing arrangements, capital accounts, and current accounts.
  • Accounting for Limited Companies
    • Shares, debentures, and retained earnings.
Exam Structure Overview

Paper 1 (Multiple Choice and Structured Questions)

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Content: 35 multiple-choice questions and structured questions.
Weighting: 50% of the total grade.

Paper 2 (Structured Questions)

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes.
Content: Five structured questions based on scenarios that test accounting knowledge and application.
Weighting: 50% of the total grade.

Cambridge IGCSE Economics

The Cambridge IGCSE Economics syllabus explores topics like scarcity, resource allocation, micro and macroeconomic decision-makers, government policies, economic indicators, and international trade. The exam comprises multiple-choice and structured questions, assessing both theory and real-world application.

Key topics covered:
  • The Basic Economic Problem
    • Scarcity: Limited resources vs. unlimited wants.
    • Opportunity Cost: Making choices and trade-offs.
    • Factors of Production: Land, labour, capital, and enterprise.
  • The Allocation of Resources
    • Market and Mixed Economies: How resources are allocated.
    • Demand and Supply: Factors affecting demand and supply, market equilibrium.
    • Elasticity: Price elasticity of demand (PED) and supply (PES).
  • Microeconomic Decision Makers
    • Consumers and Producers: Role in the economy.
    • Workers: Wages, division of labour.
    • Trade Unions: Influence on wages and working conditions.
    • Banks: Role of central and commercial banks in the economy.
  • Government and the Economy
    • Government Objectives: Economic growth, inflation control, unemployment, balance of payments.
    • Fiscal Policy: Government spending, taxation, and budget.
    • Monetary Policy: Interest rates, money supply, inflation control.
    • Supply-Side Policies: Policies to improve the efficiency of the economy.
  • Economic Indicators
    • GDP: Measurement of national income.
    • Inflation: Causes and consequences.
    • Unemployment: Types, causes, and impacts.
    • Balance of Payments: Trade deficits and surpluses.
  • Developed and Developing Economies
    • Differences: Characteristics of developed and developing economies.
    • Poverty: Causes and effects.
    • International Aid and Debt Relief.
  • International Trade and Globalisation
    • Free Trade and Protectionism: Benefits and drawbacks.
    • Exchange Rates: Factors affecting exchange rates and impacts on trade.
    • Globalisation: Effects on economies.
Exam Structure Overview

Paper 1 (Multiple Choice)

Duration: 45 minutes.
Content: 30 multiple-choice questions covering the entire syllabus.
Weighting: 30% of the total grade.

Paper 2 (Structured Questions)

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes.
Content: Section A includes short-answer questions. Section B includes data response and structured questions based on real-world economic scenarios.
Weighting: 70% of the total grade.

Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science

The Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science syllabus covers topics like computer systems, algorithms, programming, data representation, databases, networking, and cybersecurity. The exam includes both theoretical and practical assessments, focusing on problem-solving, programming skills, and ethical issues in computing. 

Key topics covered:
  • Theory of Computation
    • Computer Systems: Components (CPU, memory, storage, input/output devices).
    • Data Representation: Binary, hexadecimal, ASCII, and Unicode.
    • Software: Types (system software, application software).
  • Algorithms
    • Algorithms and Flowcharts: Understanding and designing algorithms.
    • Sorting and Searching Algorithms: Bubble sort, merge sort, linear search, binary search.
    • Pseudocode: Writing and interpreting pseudocode.
  • Programming
    • Programming Concepts: Variables, data types, operators, control structures (loops, conditionals).
    • Procedures and Functions: Definition, use, and scope.
    • Error Handling: Syntax and logic errors, debugging techniques.
  • Data Representation
    • Data Storage: Understanding bits, bytes, and data types.
    • File Handling: Reading from and writing to files.
  • Databases
    • Database Concepts: Tables, records, fields, and relationships.
    • SQL: Basic SQL queries (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE).
  • Networking
    • Networks: Types (LAN, WAN), topologies, and protocols.
    • Internet: Working of the internet, HTTP, HTTPS.
    • Network Security: Threats and security measures (firewalls, encryption).
  • Cybersecurity
    • Data Protection: Privacy, encryption, authentication methods.
    • Malware: Types and prevention (viruses, worms, trojans).
  • Social and Ethical Issues
    • Impact of Computing: On society, ethics in computing, digital footprints.
    • Legal and Ethical Issues: Copyright, data protection laws.
Exam Structure Overview

Paper 1 (Theory)

Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes.
Content: Multiple-choice questions and structured questions covering theory topics.
Weighting: 50% of the total grade

Paper 2 (Practical)

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Content: Programming tasks and problem-solving exercises based on given scenarios.
Weighting: 50% of the total grade.

Cambridge IGCSE Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

The Cambridge IGCSE ICT syllabus covers essential topics such as hardware and software, data processing, document production, spreadsheets, databases, web technologies, communication tools, and the social and ethical impact of ICT. The exam is split equally between theoretical knowledge and practical tasks, assessing students’ ability to use software and understand ICT concepts.

Key topics covered:
  • Understanding ICT
    • Hardware and Software: Components of computer systems, operating systems, and software applications.
    • Data and Information: Differences between data and information, data processing.
  • Data Entry and Processing
    • Data Entry: Methods (manual entry, automated systems).
    • Processing Data: Using software for data entry, validation, and storage.
  • Document Production
    • Word Processing: Creating, formatting, and editing documents, using templates.
    • Presentation Software: Creating slides, adding multimedia elements, and designing effective presentations.
  • Spreadsheets
    • Spreadsheet Software: Creating and formatting spreadsheets, using formulas and functions.
    • Data Analysis: Sorting, filtering, and using charts to represent data.
  • Database Management
    • Database Software: Creating and managing databases, designing tables and forms.
    • Querying Databases: Using SQL for basic queries, sorting, and filtering data.
  • Web Technologies
    • Website Development: Basics of HTML and CSS, creating and designing web pages.
    • Internet Services: Email, search engines, cloud storage.
  • Communication Technologies
    • Communication Tools: Using various tools (email, messaging, collaboration software).
    • Online Safety: Ensuring security and privacy online, understanding digital footprints.
  • Social and Ethical Issues
    • Impact of ICT: On society and business.
    • Ethical Considerations: Data protection, copyright issues, and digital rights.
Exam Structure Overview

Paper 1 (Theory)

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Content: Questions on ICT concepts, theories, and applications, including multiple-choice and structured questions.
Weighting: 50% of the total grade.

Paper 2 (Practical)

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.
Content: Practical tasks using software applications, such as creating documents, spreadsheets, and presentations based on given scenarios.
Weighting: 50% of the total grade.