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CAMBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (IGCSE) LOWER SECONDARY WITH CAMBRIDGE LOWER SECONDARY CHECKPOINT


Awarded by Cambridge Assessment International Education

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Overview

Cambridge Assessment International Education

Established in 1858, Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) is the world’s largest provider of international education programmes and qualifications that prepare students with the essential knowledge and skills to prosper in the real-world and at the same time, help them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning.

Widely acknowledged as an international passport to progression and success, CAIE’s international qualifications are recognised by leading universities and employers worldwide, giving students a broad spectrum of education and career options. As a not-for-profit organisation, CAIE devotes its resources to delivering high-quality educational programmes that aspire to unleash its learners’ potential.

Setting the global standard for international education, CAIE’s programmes and qualifications are created by subject experts who are rooted in academic rigour and as such, their educational materials reflect the latest educational research. Well supported by teaching and learning resources, CAIE’s programmes and qualifications also provide a solid platform for learners to progress from one stage to another.

In addition, CAIE developed the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) over 25 years ago. It now attracts over 900 000 entries every year from over 140 different countries. Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international qualification for 14 to 16 year olds. It is recognised by leading universities and employers worldwide, and is an international passport to progression and success.

Programme Introduction

Laying a strong foundation for international students, the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Lower Secondary with Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint curriculum aims to develop the learners’ skills and understanding in English, Mathematics, Science, Basic Commerce and Management as well as Physical Education (non-examinable), Information and Communication Technology (ICT), STEM for the first two years of secondary education. Students are also required to choose one (1) out of five (5) optional subjects comprising Chinese, Malay, Hindi, Tamil and French – Foreign Language. This comprehensive curriculum provides a natural progression for students from primary education and thoroughly prepares them for the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Upper Secondary curriculum and for progression to other educational systems.

Students can choose to sit for an optional Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint Test set by Cambridge Assessment International Education and marked by Cambridge Assessment International Education Examiners, according to Cambridge Assessment International Education Specifications. Upon successful completion, students can proceed to embark on the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Upper Secondary.

DIMENSIONS International College is a registered Cambridge school.

For updated and accurate information of Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), please visit their website at http://www.cambridgeinternational.org/

Read our students’ success stories here: https://dimensions.edu.sg/info-news/igcse-students-recognised-for-impressive-academic-achievements/

Objective

The objective of this course is to prepare students for the Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Upper Secondary, giving them a better understanding and overview of the academic subjects comprising of English, Mathematics, Science, and Basic Commerce and Management.

Designed for

  • Candidates who are between the ages of 12 – 25.
  • Candidates who wish to acquire a qualification that is internationally recognised.
  • Candidates who wish to pursue degrees or certificates of higher education.
Course Structure

Course Outline

Compulsory Subjects

  • Outline for English
  • Outline for Mathematics
  • Outline for Science
  • Outline for Basic Commerce and Management
  • Outline for Physical Education (non-examinable)
  • Outline for Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
  • Outline for STEM

Optional Subjects (choose one (1))

  • Outline for Chinese
  • Outline for Malay
  • Outline for Hindi
  • Outline for Tamil
  • Outline for French – Foreign Language

Scope of Study

Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Lower Secondary syllabus

Delivery Mode

Lectures, tutorials, discussions, interactive lessons and laboratory work

Commencement Date/Intakes

To check the dates of Programme Intake for 2022, please click here.
To check the dates of Programme Intake for 2023, please click here.
DIMENSIONS reserves the right to change the intakes at any time without prior notice.

Course Fees Per Year

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1. #Application Fee (Non – refundable)

:S$

500.00
2. Tuition Fee

:S$

17,000.00
3. Administrative Fee

:S$

1,000.00
4. Examination Fee

:S$

800.00
5. Course Material

:S$

900.00
6. #Uniform

:S$

160.00
7. Laboratory Fee

:S$

900.00
8. #Medical Check-Up Fee

:S$

60.00
9. International Student Management Fee

:S$

500.00
10. #ICA Processing and Student’s Pass Fee

:S$

120.00

8% GST

:S$

1,755.20

Total

:S$

23,695.20

# One-time Fee

Please click here for more information on the fees which are likely to be incurred during the students’ course of study. Students are expected to pay for the stipulated fee(s) incurred, if necessary.

Note 1: All miscellaneous fees are inclusive of 8% GST.
Note 2: Total course fees paid (except application fee and GST) by students are protected under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS).
Note 3: All students must sign the Advisory Note to Student before signing the Standard PEI-Student Contract.
Note 4: The Standard PEI-Student Contract must be signed by the student prior to making course fees payments to DIMENSIONS.
Note 5: The course fees shown above are effective from 1st January 2023. DIMENSIONS reserves the right to make necessary amendments to the course fees without prior notice.

Payment Mode

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For more information on Fee Protection Scheme (FPS), please click here.
For further details, please contact your Admissions Officer at 6334 0600.

Duration

24 months Institutional Training

Maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is 48 months

Maximum Candidature Period

Student is not allowed to retake the course and/or request for a refund in the event if he/she fails to complete the programme within the maximum candidature period.

Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway

Students can proceed to embark on the for Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Upper Secondary.

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements

Age: At least 12 years old.
Academic Level: Completion of Primary Six or equivalent qualifications.
English Proficiency: A passing grade in English at Primary Six or equivalent qualifications.
Assessment & Awards

Class Periods

A total of 1600 hours – five (5) days per week (Monday – Friday)*
*Excluding Public Holidays and School Holidays

Examination Period

Internal: Termly basis
External: Open for Year 2 students:

  • Registration starting from January for the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint test held in May of the same year.
  • Registration starting from June for the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint test held in October of the same year.

(Subject to change and final confirmation by CAIE)

Assessment Methods

Internal: Term Tests for all subjects except Physical Education (no assessment)
External: Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint Test (optional, at the end of first year)

Assessment Grading Criteria

Internal: The Term Tests are marked according to the Cambridge IGCSE Grading System.
External: The Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint Test is set and marked by Cambridge Examiners according to the Cambridge International Examinations Specifications.

The Cambridge IGCSE Grading System is as follows:

Grade Percentage Uniform Mark
A* 90-100%
A 80-89%
B 70-79%
C 60-69%
D 50-59%
E 40-49%
F 30-39%
G 20-29%
U Ungraded

Expected Examination Results Release Date

Not more than 3 months after the final assessment

Qualification Award

Statement of Achievement awarded by Cambridge Assessment International Education upon completion of the Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint Test

Graduation Requirements

Pass English Language subject and a pass percentage in the average for all subjects

Teacher – Student Ratio

Average teacher-student ratio is 1:35
Note: The number of students in the classroom is subject to the maximum seating capacity.

Note 1: International Student must achieve at least 90% attendance rate (ICA Requirement).
Note 2: International Student must not be absent for more than 7 consecutive days without valid reason (ICA Requirement).
Note 3: Students who do not require ICA’s student’s pass must achieve at least 80% attendance rate.Our College only accept medical certificates as proof for absenteeism. Any other documents should only be accepted on a case-by-case basis with full justification and be acceptable by ICA.
Note 4: In the first week of studies, an induction session will be conducted. The students will be briefed by the Academic Staff on full details of the course including scheme of work, timetable, assessments and grading, assessment and exam dates and venue and many other academic matters.
Note 5: DIMENSIONS has the right to cancel a class/an intake if the minimum number of students enrolled is less than 10 for any programme per class. Students may enroll into a later intake, if any, or withdraw from course. (For refund, please refer to our Refund Policy).
Note 6: Students (both international and local) must achieve an attendance rate of 80% and above in order to qualify for examinations.
Note 7: Our courses will be conducted at one of the above registered premises of DIMENSIONS International College.