Key Stage 4 (IGCSE)
In keeping with UK Curriculum, students in Years 10 and 11 are referred to as Key Stage 4. Key Stage 4 students follow a two-year programme leading to the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The subjects available to IGCSE students provide a broad and balanced curriculum that become a strong foundation for AS and A Levels.
Below is a simple overview for students who will undertake the IGCSE programme in 2023-25:
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Compulsory Subjects (all students):
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Examined: English and Mathematics
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Non-Examined: Global Perspectives, PSHE and core Physical Education (PE)
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Subject Options:
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Students need to select one subject from each of the following option groups (total 6 options):
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Information about each of the subjects can be found at the following links from the Cambridge International website (or AQA website if marked). The subjects are in alphabetical order.
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Art: Art & Design - 0400
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Biology: Biology - 0610
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Business: Business Studies - 0450
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Chemistry: Chemistry - 0620
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Computer Science: Computer Science - 0478
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Economics: Economics - 0455
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English (* students will be advised on which subject to choose):
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Mathematics: Mathematics - 0580
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Physics: Physics - 0625
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Psychology: Psychology (8182) (AQA)
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Punjabi: GCSE Panjabi (8683) (AQA)
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Religious Studies: Religious Studies - 0490
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