IGCSE PARENT ORIENTATION (2024-25)

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 SUBJECTS (2024-25)
Economics
Business St ICT
Accounting TT
History
Geog Art
PE

Sciences
Physics
Subjects
Hindi
Chemistry
Biology Spanish
Comb Sci.
English
Maths (FLE,
ESL)
Students select 6-7 subjects

Students demonstrate
competence across a wide
range of subjects and skills.

The subjects selected should

be brad and balanced
 IGCSE Examinations
• IGCSE Board Examinations are conducted in three
sessions – Feb/March ( only for India), May/June & -
October/November at the end of Grade X. At HIS,
students appear in Feb/March series.

• The answer scripts are sent to Cambridge for

assessment.
• Generally the school is the examination centre.
• Results are declared in the months of May
CAMBRIDGE IGCSE
First Language English 0500

Prior learning​
Candidates beginning
this course are
expected to have
basic knowledge about
the English Language.​
​
 Skill Enhancement –FLE (0500)
The syllabus will enhance the following skills:-

• To communicate clearly, accurately and effectively when speaking

and writing

• To use a wide range of vocabulary, correct grammar, spelling and

punctuation

• To create ​a personal style in writing and an awareness of the

audience being addressed
Assessment Pattern –FLE (0500)
Candidates take:​
​Paper 1 (2 hours​) (50%)
Reading
Structured and extended writing questions​
80 marks​
​Paper 2 (2 hours​) (50%)
Directed Writing and Composition
80 marks​
​Component 3​(50%)
​Coursework Portfolio -Three extended writing assignments
80 marks
 Career in FLE (0500)
Students are recognized by the world’s best
universities and employers, giving them a wide
range of options in their education and career
FLE sets the global standard for international
education. The students become confident,
responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged –
equipped for success in the modern world.
Career Prospects -
More job opportunities
International companies need English speakers
ENGLISH as a Second Language
(ESL)
Learning objectives/
skills to be imbibed
Reading

⮚ Reading Listening
Writing
⮚ Listening Speaking
⮚ Writing
⮚ Speaking
Curriculum/Course content
❖ Reading comprehension
❖ Note making
❖ Summary writing
❖ Email/letter writing
❖ Review writing
❖ Report writing
❖ Listening to audio files for
comprehension
❖ Speaking skills
 Future prospects

Amenable for serving short term goals:

Improved communication skills

English as medium of teaching instruction
Convenient to comprehend subject matter of various
subjects
Useful in taking up General English at AS Level
Mathematics
0580
 • develop an understanding of mathematical
principles
• use mathematics as a means of communication

Objectives with emphasis on the use of clear expression and

structured argument
• develop an ability to apply mathematics in other
subjects, particularly science and technology
• analyse and solve problems, present the solutions
clearly, and check and interpret the results
• appreciate patterns and relationships in
mathematics and make generalisations
• appreciate the interdependence of different areas
of mathematics
• acquire a foundation for further study of
mathematics or for other disciplines.
Curriculum • Extended (Paper 2 and Paper
4)
• Core (Paper 1 and Paper 3)
Future • The course prepares students for
AS and A level Mathematics
prospects • IGCSE Mathematics lays the
foundation of all the higher
studies in Mathematical Sciences
and Science and Technology.
• The course is recognized all over
the world.
Cambridge IGCSE Physics
0625
 Why choose IGCSE Physics?
• increase the understanding of the technological world
• take an informed interest in scientific matters
• recognizes the usefulness (and limitations) of scientific method, and
how to apply this to other disciplines and in everyday life
• develops relevant attitudes, such as a concern for accuracy and
precision, objectivity, integrity, enquiry, initiative and inventiveness
• develop an interest in, and care for, the environment
better understand the influence and limitations placed on scientific
study by society, economy, technology, ethics, the community and
the environment
• develop an understanding of the scientific skills essential for both
further study and everyday life.
 Assessment pattern
• Paper 2 Multiple choice (Extended/Core)
40 Marks
Time 45 minutes
• Paper 4 Theory (Extended/Core)
80 Marks
Time 1Hr 15 minutes
• Paper 6 Alternative to Practical
40 Marks
Time 1Hr
 Career Prospects
• Academic researcher
• Acoustic consultant
• Astronomer
• Clinical Scientist, Medical Physicist
• Geophysicist
• Higher education lecturer
• Metallurgist
• Meteorologist
• Nanotechnology
• Radiation protection practitioner
• Research scientist(physical sciences)
• Secondary school teacher
• Sound engineer
• Technical engineer
CAMBRIDGE IGCSE
CHEMISTRY (0620)

Prior learning​
Candidates beginning this course are
expected to be familiar with the basic
concepts of Chemistry. which they
have acquired at the checkpoint level
​
Availability​
This syllabus is examined in the March,
June and November examination series
 Skill Enhancement
• A Cambridge education prepares students for life, helping them develop an
informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning
• Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry helps learner to understand the technological
world in which we live and take an informed interest in science and
scientific developments
• Develop practical skills
• Understanding of the scientific skills
 Assessment Pattern
Candidates take:​
Extended course
​Paper 2 :MCQ (45 minutes​)
(30% ) 45 marks​
​Paper 4 : Structured questions (1 hour 15 minutes)
(50%) 80 marks
Paper 6:Alternative to Practical (1 hour)
(20% ) 40 marks​
​
 Career
• Engineering and Technology
• Research and product development
• Chemistry teacher
• Pharmacologist
• Lecturer
• Geochemist
• Analytical chemist
• Forensic scientist
• Clinical research specialist
• Laboratory technician
• Toxicology
• Laboratory project and Industrial Management
 IGCSE

Paper Code : 0610

Duration of the Course : 02 years
Learning Objective
• The Student will be exposed to biological world ,
associated concepts and its various scientific aspects.
• Learn about the biodiversity (flora and fauna) & the
physiology of human and plants.
• Develop an interest in, and care for, the environment & its
interaction with biodiversity.
• Develop an understanding of the scientific skills essential
for both further study and everyday life.
 Curriculum
Syllabus Assessment

Components Title
1 Paper 2 : Multiple Choice Questions
2 Paper 4 : Structured Questions (Theory)
3 Paper 6 : Alternative to Practical

IGCSE 1 IGCSE 2
Cell structure & Function Reproduction in organism,
Human physiology Inheritance, Variation and Evolution

Plant physiology Environmental issues

 Future Prospects
• The course prepares students for AS and A level
Biology.
• The course has global recognition.
• IGCSE Biology lays the foundation of all the higher
studies in Biological Sciences (R&D), Health care
courses, Medicine, Agriculture and many more….
 CAMBRIDGE
IGCSE BUSINESS STUDIES (0450)

• Objective:
To develop students skills to evaluate the external and
internal environment, resources and decisions
affecting the business in long run
​
• Examination:
This syllabus is examined in the March, June
and November series
Skill Enhancement – Business studies (0450)

The syllabus will enhance the following skills:-

• Knowledge
• Application
• Analysis
• Evaluation
Assessment of the Subject
Duration of the Course: 2 years
Candidates take:​
​Paper 1 (1:30 hours​) 80 marks paper
​Short answer data response
​Paper 2 (1:30 hours​) 80 marks paper
Case Study
​
 Career in Business Studies (0450)
There are various career options for Business
Studies graduates in the industry. Be it banking
sector, financial sector, marketing companies,
stockexchanges

Numerous courses are available at graduation

level in India and abroad which require
business studies as the major subject of
knowledge.
ECONOMICS
0455
Skills Enhancement-0455 Economics
► Data Analysis
► Data Interpretation
► Application of Economic Concepts in real life
► Analysis of Economic Policies
► Time and Resource management
► Logical and Critical thinking ability
CURRICULUM-0455 Economics
 CAREER PROSPECTS-0455
Economics
► There are varies undergraduate courses in Economics that include B.A
Economics, Bachelors in Applied Economics, Bachelors in Business Economics
and the same courses are extended at postgraduate level also.
► The students can work in public and private sector banks. They can also join the
teaching profession as well as they can work in international business
organisations.
► The job roles For Economics graduates are Professional Economist, Financial
Risk Analyst,Data Analyst, Financial Planner, Economic researcher and cost
accountants.
Cambridge International
IGCSE Account (0452)
Skill enhancement – Account
(0452)
Planning and managing of financial resources
Apply, analyse and evaluate accounting policies and
practices
Understanding how to use accounting information to
make viable business decisions
Solid foundation for further study.
Account (0452)
 Career Prospects in Accounting(0452)
Foreign MBA in Accounting, BS and MS Accounting programs with the
Education option to focus in Auditing, Forensics, Taxation, Management.

How is the business doing? Is it making a profit? How much

Business return is earned on the investment ?
All answers are easy with account as a subject.

Over time, an accountant may grow into the roles of Finance

Indian Manager, Account Manager, Financial Controller,
Education Chartered Accountant, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or a
Finance Director with in Government and Private sector.
 CAMBRIDGE IGCSE
INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
Prior learning:
Candidates beginning this course are
expected to have basic knowledge
about computers.​
​
Availability​:
This syllabus is examined in the March,
June and November examination series
 Skill Enhancement –ICT (0417)
The syllabus will enhance the following skills:-
• Investigation​
• Data analysis​
• Data interpretation ​
• Evaluation
• Creativity
Assessment Pattern –ICT (0417)
Candidates take:​
​Paper 1 (2 hours​)
Theory Paper​
Short answer question paper​
(40% of total marks) 100 marks​
​Paper 2 (2½ hours​)
Practical Paper(Database, Word-Processor and Presentation)​
(30% of total marks) 100 marks​
​Paper 3​ (2½ hours)
​Practical Paper (Data Analysis and Website Authoring)
(30% of total marks)​
 Career in ICT (0417)
Students have endless career opportunities in the IT
world there is ample opportunities in various areas.
In the present scenario in the world without
computer it is difficult to survive. ICT can be used in
following areas:-
• Data Analysis
• Web design developer
• Media and Communication
• Manufacturing Sector
Cambridge IGCSE
Art & Design
SYLLABUS CODE: 0400
 Number of papers: II
Paper:1 Paper:2

• Coursework • Externally Set

Assignment
Learning skills

The Cambridge IGCSE Art & Design

syllabus aims to encourage a personal
response by stimulating imagination,
sensitivity, conceptual thinking, power
of observation, technical skills and
analytical ability.
Career prospects

Art is a useful qualification either for progression to IBDP and higher

education in an art or design subject or as a general background to
creative course and careers. Taking art and design as an option can
lead to many exciting opportunities for the future. With art you may
become an interior designer, Animator, Architect, Fashion designer,
Art professior, Art historian, Conservator, Art admin, Film or media
art director, Graphic or Web designer, Photographer,
Cinematographer, Art curator, textile designer, Art therapist and
many more. Even you are not planning on a future career in the
creative arts, it looks great on college and university applications.
This is because being an artist requires passion, imagination, risk
taking and shows commitment, individuality and creativity. Qualities
and skills used in every carrer.
CAMBRIDGE IGCSE SPANISH - FOREIGN
LANGUAGE (0530)
Spanish Language Skills

⮚ Listening (Paper 1)

⮚ Reading (Paper 2)

⮚ Speaking (Paper 3)

⮚ Writing (Paper 4)
ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW OF CAMBRIDGE
SPANISH LANGUAGE
 BENEFITS OF LEARNING SPANISH LANGUAGE
⮚ Spanish is a Global language
⮚ Open the doors to communicate with the 400 million Spanish speakers of
the World
⮚ With more than 33 million speakers, Spanish is the second largest language
in the United States.
⮚ Enjoy Spanish music, theatre, film and literature in their original Spanish
forms
⮚ Scope, Career, and Job Opportunities
⮚ Spanish Can Help You Discover Something New About Yourself
⮚ Enhance your travel experiences
⮚ Enjoy Literature, Movie, Music, and Dance
⮚ Work or Study abroad opportunities
⮚ Discover a new aspect of your personality
⮚ Spanish is relatively simple to pick up
⮚ As we grow older, our memory begins to fade. Learning a foreign language
actually helps keep your memory sharp.
CAREER OPTIONS AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES
IGCSE GEOGRAPHY (0460)
 ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW

🞭 Paper 1 – Geographical Themes : Written paper, 1

hour 45 minutes, 75 marks

🞭 Paper 2 – Geographical Skills Written paper, 1 hour

30 minutes, 60 marks

🞭 Paper 4 – Alternative to Coursework Written paper, 1

hour 30 minutes, 60 marks
 SKILL REQUIREMENT OF THE SUBJECT:

🞭 Knowledge with understanding

🞭 Skills and analysis
🞭 Judgement and decision-making (conclusion and evaluation)
FUTURE PROSPECTS OF THE SUBJECT:
🞭

Population Department.
Meteorological Department
Settlement Pattern
Land use department
Geomorphology
Pedogenesis
GIS and Remote Sensing
Cartography
Military
Agriculture
Law
Govt . Offices and many more .(IAS , PCS)
Subject-
History
Code
(0470)
Future prospects for the subject History
Musology
Archivist
Teacher
Historian
Archaeologist
Civil Services and other competitive exams
Papers

Paper 1- Written paper, 2 hour 60 minutes, 60

marks​

Paper 2- Written paper, 2 hour , 50 marks

Paper 4- Written paper, 1 hour , 40 marks

Skill developed

Knowledge with understanding​

Research and Analysis

Evaluation and Synthesis

Hindi as a Second Language 0549
Assessment overview
Cambridge IGCSE Travel & Tourism (0471)

Prior learning
Candidates beginning this course are not expected to have studied
travel and tourism previously.

Availability
This syllabus is examined in the June and November examination series
 ASSESSMENT AT A GLANCE

Candidates take:

Paper 1 2 hours
Core Paper
Short answer question paper
(60% of total marks) 100 marks

and either: or:

Paper 2 2½ hours
Alternative to Coursework
Short answer question paper, based primarily
on Unit 5 of the syllabus
(40% of total marks) 100 marks

Paper 3
Coursework Investigation (max 3000 words)
Centre-based assessment, directed towards
Unit 6 of the syllabus
(40% of total marks)
WHY CHOOSE CAMBRIDGE IGCSE TRAVEL & TOURISM?

The syllabus will enhance the following skills

• INVESTIGATION

• ANALYSIS

• INTERPRETATION

• EVALUATION.
CAREER IN TRAVEL AND TOURISM

Few of the career options are

• Working in travel agencies

• Customer Ground Handling (customer service) at international or
domestic airports
• Tour operator
• Event manager
• Ticketing officer
• Adventure tourism expert
• Transport officer
• Holiday consultant
• Logistics
• Cruises
• Airlines
• Hotels
• Tourism departments in government and private sectors
Physical Education (0413)
 Assessment Pattern-
PE(0413)
Paper 1: Theory 1 hour 45 minutes
Candidates answer all questions. 100 marks Externally assessed.
(Weighting 50%)

Paper 2: Coursework
Candidates undertake four physical activities from at least two
of the seven categories listed. Internally assessed / externally
moderated.
( Weighting 50%)
Skill Enhancement
⚫ Ability to plan, perform and evaluate physical activities
⚫ Interpersonal Skill
⚫ Leadership
⚫ Team building
⚫ Collaboration
Career in Physical Education
⚫ Students have endless career opportunities in the field of Physical
Education. These are as follow-:
⚫ Sports manager
⚫ Physical Therapist
⚫ Physical Education Trainer
⚫ Health Educator
⚫ Coach
⚫ Sports Journalist
⚫ Yoga Instructor