Excel with the IGCSE Programme at The Sultan’s School: A Pathway to Global Achievement
Students in Years 10 and 11 follow the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) curriculum, a globally recognised qualification that serves as excellent preparation for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. The IGCSE is a two-year course, with final examinations taken at age 16 at the end of year 11.
IGCSE Subjects
Core Subjects
Students entering Year 10 are required to study four core IGCSE subjects:
Additionally, students must select four elective subjects from four distinct option groups. These choices will be made in consultation with the IGCSE Coordinator, University Guidance Counsellor, and Head of Secondary, taking into account academic performance in Years 7, 8, and 9.
Arabic
English
English Literature
Mathematics
IGCSE Subjects
Elective Subjects
The IGCSE offers a range of elective subjects across various disciplines to foster diverse academic interests:
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Business Studies
IGCSE Programme
Option Groups for Subject Selection
These groups may change based on students selection data.
Students must choose one subject from each of the following groups:
Group 1
- Biology
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Geography
Group 2
- Business Studies
- Art Design
- Chemistry
- Economics
Group 3
- Drama
- Computer Science
- Geography
- ICT
- Business
Group 4
- Business Studies
- Music
- Design Technology
- Biology
- Physical Education