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Introduction

Thousands of learners worldwide gain places at leading universities every year with
Cambridge International AS & A Levels. The syllabuses develop a deep understanding of
subjects and independent thinking skills.

Cambridge International A Level is typically a two-year course, and Cambridge International
AS Level is typically one year.

Students can choose from a range of assessment options to gain Cambridge International AS
& A Level qualifications:

1. Take the Cambridge International AS Level only. The syllabus content is half a Cambridge
International A Level.
2. Take a ‘staged’ assessment route – take the Cambridge International AS Level in one
examination series and complete the final Cambridge International A Level at a
subsequent series. AS Level marks can be carried forward to a full A Level twice within a
13 month period.
3. Take all papers of the Cambridge International A Level course in the same examination
session, usually at the end of the course.
Cambridge International AS & A Level examinations are twice a year, in June and November.
Results are issued in August and January.

What As subjects are on offer?

Board Examined School Examined
Business Islamic Studies (For Muslim pupils)
Biology Arabic (Optional for non-Arab pupils)
Chemistry
English Language
IT
Mathematics
Physics
*We may offer further subjects depending on the numbers of student requests.

Could I complete an A Level in 1 year?

Yes, this is possible, but we would only recommend specific non-linear subjects, such as ICT
or Business. You may be able to study 2 A Levels, depending on your previous grades and
interview.

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