ACADEMY of CAMBRIDGE EDUCATION

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Cambridge International A Level is the world's most popular international examination for 16–18 year olds.

As one of the most recognised qualifications around the world, it is accepted as proof of academic ability for entry to universities worldwide.

Cambridge International A Levels typically take two years to complete and offer a flexible course of study that gives students the freedom to select subjects that are right for them.

Flexibility

Schools and students find A and AS Levels very flexible. Schools can offer almost any combination of the wide choice of subjects available. Students have the freedom to select the subjects that are right for them – either follow a broad course of study, or specialise in a particular area.

Students can choose from a range of assessment options:

Assessment Options

Option 1	Take all papers of the GCE A Level course in the same examination session, usually at the end of the second year of study
Option 2	Take a ‘staged’ assessment route – take the GCE AS Level in one examination session and complete the final GCE A Level at a subsequent session*
Option 3	Take the GCE AS Level only, either at the end of a one-year or two-year course. The GCE AS syllabus content is half an A Level programme.

By studying a broad selection of international A and AS Level subjects, students can benefit from the additional award of the Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma.

* The staged assessment route is not possible in all subjects. The outcomes awarded for AS language syllabuses cannot be carried forward to A Level.

International Relevance

GCE A and AS Level syllabuses have been created specifically for an international audience. The content of GCE A and AS Levels is carefully devised to suit the wide variety of Cambridge schools worldwide and avoid any cultural bias. The structure and administration of GCE A and AS Levels are also designed to meet the needs of our schools and students around the world.