DHSZ IGCSE Programme brochure 2016 2018 苏州德威国际高中2016-2018年课程手册

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CONTENTS WELCOME & IGCSE PROGRAMMES OVERVIEW - ,*&6(

OUR STUDENTS ARE SUCCESSFUL - EIGHT COMPELLING REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE DHSZ FOR YOUR IGCSE STUDIES

,*&6( UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCES -

STANDARDISED TEST PREPARATION -

UNIVERSITY COUNSELLING -

EXTERNAL EXAMINATION RESULTS -

THE TWO YEAR PROGRAMME (YEARS 10 & 11) - ,*&6(

CORE COURSES -

ENGLISH -

CHINESE -

MATHEMATICS -

SCIENCE -

OPTIONS -

ART -

COMPUTING -

ECONOMICS -

GEOGRAPHY -

MUSIC -

SPANISH -

THE ONE YEAR PROGRAMME (IG1) ,*&6(,*

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MATHEMATICS -

SCIENCE -

ECONOMICS -

ADDING VALUE TO YOUR STUDIES (PART OF BOTH THE TWO YEAR & ONE YEAR PROGRAMMES)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -

COMPARISON OF THE TWO YEAR & ONE YEAR PROGRAMMES -


We are delighted to introduce you to our outstanding school where students love learning and develop a deep understanding in a variety of subjects. We are a happy and hard-working community that values good relationships with other people, makes worthwhile contributions to the world, and is ambitious for the future. Our students are accepted by the worlds leading universities and go on to succeed when they get there.

You are always welcome to visit our school or to contact us about our programmes.

We look forward to showing you around!

IGCSE OverviewIGCSEs are the worlds most popular INTERNATIONAL QUALICATIONS FOR TO

year olds. The IGCSEs lay the academic foundation for the Advanced Level studies that follow, and are recognised by leading universities and employers worldwide.

Together, the IGCSEs and AS / A Levels provide solid preparation for undergraduate level study in all countries, including the USA, UK, Canada and Australia. Findings from a number of research studies state that these programmes compare favourably with other, more established acceleration programmes including Advanced Placement (AP) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) in terms of readiness for and continued academic success at US universities.

WELCOME TO THE DULWICH INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL SUZHOU

Welcome

Two Year

A Level

Programme

Two Year IGCSE Programme

A well-balanced, personalised course providingthe best foundation for future success

One Year IGCSE Programme

A targeted course for high ability students wishing to focus on a limited range of subjects

Adding Value to your Studies

An essential part of all our programmes

Undergraduate

Study at Universities and Colleges Worldwide

Progression Through DHSZWe offer two distinctive IGCSE programmes as outlined in the following pages. A comparison of the two programmes may be found at the back of the booklet.

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the universe will open

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/UR STUDENTS ACHIEVE OUTSTANDINGresults in both IGCSE and Advanced Level (A Level) courses. Cambridge University Examinations (CIE) and Edexel IGCSEs and A Levels are internationally recognised as being of a very high academic standard, and are welcomed by colleges and universities in both the US and the UK, as well as by most countries around the world.

/UR TEACHERS ARE WELL QUALIED ANDexperienced teachers of the IGCSE curriculum, who expertly guide and support our students learning. We have many foreign teachers who have considerable experience teaching Chinese students and many of them are also bilingual. We recognise that students transferring from middle schools need time to adjust to new courses and to new teaching styles, and we provide the support our students need during their transition.

3. Our curriculum is broad and balanced and allows students to take a wider range of subjects, including Chinese, so that they have more options in their A Level choices. The Cambridge International Examination (CIE) Board has over 25 years of experience in setting and administering IGCSE courses, and focuses on developing understanding and transferable skills along with subject knowledge.

/UR STUDENTS BECOME UENT ANDCONDENT USERS OF %NGLISH 2ESEARCHshows conclusively that the level of a students English competence correlates

strongly with their level of examination success. Our school places a great deal of emphasis on developing our students UENCYANDCOMPETENCEATUSING%NGLISHto ensure their long-term success.

5. Our students become successful AND CONDENT COMMUNICATORS ANDskilful presenters. We provide many opportunities for our students to speak in public and to develop their speaking skills. We know that strong people skills are a critical factor in being successful in life.

/UREXTRACURRICULARPROGRAMMEOFFERSour students a rich and varied range of activities to develop their interests and skills outside the classroom. The best universities require students to be well rounded and to display more than just academic success.

7. Our students have many opportunities to meet and create links with a wide range of international students because we are part of the larger Dulwich College network. Our students can participate in a variety of events and activities with students from other Dulwich schools, including Dulwich College London.

8. Our students not only get accepted by the best international universities around the world, they also have the academic preparedness, the life skills and the CONDENCE TO SUCCEED WHEN THEY GETthere. We have exceptional college and university counselling services to support our students through the application process.

EIGHT COMPELLING REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE DHSZ FOR YOUR IGCSE STUDIES

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UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCES

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Our students gain acceptances to top universities around the world. The universities our alumni are currently attending include the following:

UKUniversity of Cambridge, University of Oxford, London School of Economics, Imperial College London, University of Warwick, University of Bath, University College London, University of Exeter

USAColumbia University, Brown University, University of California at Berkeley, Emory University, University of Southern California, College of William and Mary, 5NIVERSITYOF2OCHESTER'EORGIA )NSTITUTEof Technology, University of California at San Diego, University of California at Davis, Northeastern University, University of California at Irvine, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Wisconsin, Pennsylvania State University, University of Washington, George Washington University, Pomona College, Smith College, Macalester College, Bates College, Colorado College, Skidmore College, Gettysburg College, DePauw University

CanadaMcGill University, University of Victoria, University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, University of Waterloo

Full details of acceptances for students GRADUATING INCANBEFOUNDONOURwebsite.

Standardised Test PreparationWe provide a comprehensive and expansive suite of Test Preparation courses to prepare students for THE VARIOUS %NGLISH PROCIENCY ANDstandardized tests (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL and SAT) that they will need in order to apply to colleges and universities. Our courses are designed to be skills-based courses, which not only prepare students for the tests, but also develop the tested skills to improve their general English ability. Our Test Preparation courses are fully integrated with English classes so that the skills are reinforced regularly. We emphasise a practical approach, so STUDENTSBECOMEPROCIENTPARTICIPATINGin class discussions, presentations, and

critical thinking exercises skills that support success in further studies. It is our belief that if our students are making full use of all the English-language learning opportunities available to them throughout the school, then there is no need for them to seek outside classes to STUDYFORTHEIR%NGLISHPROCIENCYEXAMS

University and College Counselling Our dedicated and experienced Counselling team, consisting of four foreign counsellors and one Chinese counsellor, is always available to ensure that our students receive personalised advice, support and guidance in preparing their applications for the next stage in their educational journey.

The Counselling curriculum provides our students with a great deal of knowledge about the university application processes in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, and other countries. It also develops important research skills and helps students make informed choices about their future education and career, and guides them through the application process.

By the end of the IGCSE programme, students understand how to navigate university websites to collect relevant information, including application REQUIREMENTS ADMISSION OFCER CONTACTinformation, majors/courses offered at the UNIVERSITY AND SPECIC CLASSES REQUIREDfor graduation. They will also have completed personality questionnaires AND BE ABLE TO DETERMINE A nBEST Toschool for themselves in preparation for more developed work on their application SKILLSIN9EARTHEFOLLOWINGYEAR

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At Dulwich, we want every student to achieve his or her full potential. Therefore, our analyses of exam results focus on value ADDEDo3TUDENTSARETESTEDATTHESTARTOFour programmes and the results, alongside background data, are used by The Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring at Durham University (CEM) to predict how students will perform in IGCSEs and A levels. We then compare how our students perform in relation to these predictions to give a MEASURE OF nVALUED ADDEDo 4HIS SYSTEMis widely used in British-system schools to provide the most reliable measure of school effectiveness in terms of exam results.

"ASEDONTHEMOSTRECENTDATAFROMWEAREINTHETOPOFSCHOOLSINTERMSOFnVALUEADDEDo$UETOSTATISTICALreasons, it is not possible to say where we FALLWITHINTHISTOPALTHOUGHITISMOSTLIKELYTHATWEAREJUSTINSIDETHETOP4HISis a wonderful achievement, particularly given that it is in comparison with schools WHERE%NGLISHISGENERALLYTHERSTLANGUAGEof the students. It is a testament to the quality of our teachers and students.

We are proud of all our graduates and wed like to highlight a few of our outstanding achievers from the past few years:

Asteria Shen achieved A* grades in three A Levels, including the highest mark in the world for A Level Mathematics, alongside an additional A, and is now studying at the London School of Economics.

Phyllis Huang achieved A* grades in three A Levels, plus another A, and is now studying Land Economy at Jesus College, Cambridge.

'EOFFREY&ENGACHIEVEDGRADESINVELevels, including the highest score for CIE A2 Biology in China and he now studies at Imperial College, London.

Jackie Li achieved A* grades in four A levels, and is now studying at the London School of Economics.

David Zhang achieved A* grades in four A levels, and is now studying at Imperial College, London.

Chris Xiao achieved special grades in both STEP 2 and STEP 3 Mathematics Entrance Examinations for Cambridge University

and is now studying at Clare College, Cambridge.

*ERRY :HOU ACHIEVED GRADES IN VELevels and won the highest combined score in China for three CIE A Levels. He is now studying at Churchill College, Cambridge.

Janet Liu achieved A* grades in four A Levels, and is now at Balliol College, Oxford.

Alex He achieved A* grades in four A Levels, and is now studying at Brown University.

DDITIONALLY LAST YEAR OF STUDENTSachieved three A grades or higher in their A level exams. We look forward to exceptional RESULTSTHISYEARASTHECURRENT9EAR YEAR ACHIEVED GRADES IN THEIR 3EXAMSWITHOFSTUDENTSACHIEVINGSORHIGHERANDACHIEVINGSORHIGHER

Olympiad CompetitionsMany of our students achieve high marks in Olympiad Competitions in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. For EXAMPLE LAST YEAR STUDENTS QUALIEDfor the British Maths Olympiad. This REPRESENTSAQUALICATION RATEOFOFstudents who entered, in comparison with AWORLDWIDEQUALICATIONRATEOF

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THE TWO-YEAR IGCSE PROGRAMME

Years 10 & 11A well-balanced, personalised course providing the best foundation for future success.

We strongly recommend the Two Year Programme, as IGCSEs are designed to be taught over two years and that is how they are usually taught in the UK. Studying for the IGCSEs over two years gives students the chance to study more subjects and to have a wider subject choice. Students will be able to participate in a wider range of optional programmes, thus expanding their resumes and improving future college applications. In addition, students will have more time to develop their English and interpersonal skills to a higher level of PROCIENCY

The Two Year Programme is the best way for all students to achieve their full potential.

A comparison of the Two Year Programme and One Year Programme may be found at the end of this brochure.

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in a corridor for life. Two

languages open every

door along the way.

~ Frank Smith

This comprehensive course is designed to improve the communicative competence of students by providing a solid foundation in English grammar and language. The two-year course provides a stimulating and challenging curriculum, which focuses on the four English skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, and builds up to the IGCSE English as a Second Language exam.

Course Aims and ContentThrough this course, students will learn how to:p#OMMUNICATECONDENTLYEFFECTIVELY and clearly, both in writing and orally Use advanced grammatical structures and tenses Employ appropriate register/style Structure essays and presentations

External AssessmentThis course is assessed during the May of the second year by three exams: ONE READINGANDWRITING TEST

ONELISTENING TEST

AND ONE SPEAKINGTEST

The Dulwich AdvantageThe Dulwich English course is much wider than the IGCSE exam: we not only focus on the development of the tested skills, but also develop students conversational ability and communication skills in a safe study environment. We place a strong emphasis on students experiencing language through use, rather than just learning word lists. Dulwich students in the Two Year Programme have proven themselves to be effective users of both academic and everyday English, performing better overall in external examinations than students on the One Year Programme. This ensures their success not only in their English PROCIENCYEXAMS4/%&,AND)%,43

BUTalso in their ensuing university careers.

English-related ECAs include the Speech and Debate club and the Scholars Cup. In addition, there are regular English writing and speaking competitions.

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The First Language and Second Language Chinese courses are designed to ensure that our students continue to improve their Chinese language skills and cultural awareness. The courses allow students to experience a range of Chinese Literature and language and develop a more in-depth understanding of Chinese culture.

Course Aims and ContentThrough this course, students will learn how to: Use a range of vocabulary to express ideas academically Present facts and opinions Appraise literature

External AssessmentFirst Language Chinese is assessed during the May of the second year by two exams: AREADINGEXAMANDAWRITINGEXAM

Second Language Chinese is assessed at the same time with a reading and writing PAPERANDASPEAKINGTEST

The Dulwich AdvantageAt Dulwich, students are encouraged to read wider, write more and think deeper. Even though our students are studying international curricula in English, we believe that it is important for students to continue to study and take pride in their own language, culture, and history and more importantly, develop critical thinking skills in students mother language.

For our non-Chinese students, a second-language course will be offered, so they can gain a better understanding of this great country and be able to CONVERSEMOREUENTLYWITHTHEIR#HINESEclassmates.

Additional Chinese language opportunities include competitions in story writing and calligraphy, ECAs such as Tea Arts, Tai Chi, Kunqu Opera, musical performances and some other special events.

CHINESEIGCSE First Language Chinese CIE 0509IGCSE Second Language Chinese CIE 0523

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Course Aims and Content Mathematics develops logical rigour with creative and abstract thinking, as well as building the skills and frameworks that students need in order to understand the SCIENTICANDECONOMICTHEORIESTHEYMEETin other subjects.

We offer two mathematics courses in the Two Year IGCSE Programme. All students complete IGCSE Mathematics (0580). Most will then complete Additional Mathematics

WHILST THE REMAINDER WILL START TOprepare for AS Mathematics.

External AssessmentThe IGCSE Mathematics course is assessed in November of the second year by two exams, containing a mixture of long response and short response questions testing both mathematical knowledge and the ability to use and apply mathematics.

The IGCSE Additional Mathematics course is assessed in May of the second year and is comprised of two papers. Students who achieve excellent grades in Additional Mathematics and have demonstrated good study habits take an accelerated programme of A Level Mathematics in their AS year (Year WHICH THEN LEADS TO 3 OR &URTHER-ATHEMATICSIN9EAR

The Dulwich AdvantageVital aspects of mathematics are the abilities to apply, analyse and problem solve with the mathematical tools that have been taught. By having setted groups taught by highly experienced teachers, students have an

MATHEMATICSIGCSE MATHEMATICS CIE 0580IGCSE ADDITIONAL MATHEMATICS CIE 0606

The things of this world

cannot be made known

without a knowledge of

mathematics.

~ Roger Bacon

opportunity to develop these skills and focus on the applied nature of the course. Students also participate in online enrichment activities and have an experiential approach to learning applied mathematics, for example by using dynamics equipment and data loggers. Dulwich students are skilled in using and applying mathematics in their other subjects at both school and university levels.

4HEEXIBLENATUREOFTHE$(3:MATHEMATICSIGCSE and A Level programmes allows students to specialise within mathematics and have a personalised programme of study suitable for their degree and career choices. A high proportion of our students will have completed at least AS Further Mathematics upon graduation, giving them A SIGNICANT HEAD START AT UNIVERSITY WHENstudying science, technology, engineering, MATHEMATICS NANCE AND OTHER RELATEDsubjects.

In addition to the examined courses, students enter several international competitions: the UK Senior Maths Challenge, (followed by the British Maths Olympiad for students who qualify,) the Canadian Euclid Contest, and the American Maths Contest. We also founded the High School Team Maths Contest, which attracts schools from all over China and other parts of the world.


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person who gives the

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The science courses at Dulwich emphasise DISCOVERY HANDSON LEARNING AND SCIENTICcommunication. All students follow a Science &OUNDATIONS COURSEUNTILPRIL OF THEIR RSTyear, before choosing to study either two or three science options at the IGCSE level.

It is not necessary to choose science options when joining the school. Students, with the guidance of their teachers, choose their science courses at a later POINT DURING THEIR RST YEAR AND MOSTstudents will choose to continue with two sciences at this point. This pathway gives ANEXCELLENT OVERALL SCIENTIC FOUNDATIONWHILST ALSO ALLOWING THE TIME FOR DEEPERUNDERSTANDINGANDENRICHMENTACTIVITIES3TUDENTS WITH A PROVEN APTITUDE MAYchoose to continue with all three sciences the pace of teaching in this pathway will be fast, requiring a good level of English ANDASIGNICANTAMOUNTOFSELFSTUDYCourse Aims and ContentThe courses aim to inspire students in their study of science, preparing them to continue their study of science beyond IGCSE. Students develop skills which allow them to practice science in a safe and EFCIENT MANNER 4HE COURSES ALSO HELPstudents understand the impact of science on society in a technological world.

The Science Foundations course guides STUDENTSTOUSESPECICSKILLSTHATAREUNIQUETOSCIENCESUCHASTHESCIENTICMETHODANDscience report writing. Students will learn how to work in teams and communicate through presentations and reports. It also includes core content knowledge from each of the three IGCSE science courses:

Atomic Structure Periodic Table (introduction)p#LASSICATIONOF/RGANISMS Kinetics and Motion Ideal Gases

The IGCSE Biology course covers: Methods of Biological Studyp#HARACTERISTICSAND#LASSICATIONSOF Living Things Organisation and Maintenance of the Organism Cell Structure Nutritionp2ESPIRATION Development of the Organism and Continuity of Lifep2EPRODUCTIONAND'ENETICSp2ELATIONSHIPOF/RGANISMSWITH/NE Another and the Environment Food Chains and Nutrient Cycles

The IGCSE Chemistry course covers: Metalsp2EACTION+INETICS Periodic Table Organic Chemistry Mole Calculations Acids and Bases

The IGCSE Physics course covers: Mechanics Thermal Physics Waves Electricity and Magnetism Atomic Physics

External AssessmentIGCSE science courses are assessed in May of the second year. Each has three exams: two theory papers and one practical.

The Dulwich Advantage This fully integrated science curriculum provides the best bridge from middle school science to higher level study. It provides both breadth and focus and is tailored to the interests and aptitude of each student. The curriculum is designed to build transferable skills, such as collaboration and communication, alongside subject KNOWLEDGE AND SCIENTIC METHOD 4HEprogramme is a solid preparation for future studies in science, engineering and medicine.

Every science lesson is taught by a passionate scientist. Many of our science teachers have years of industrial experience in addition to educational expertise, allowing students to gain unique insights into the work of professional scientists.

Lessons take place in a fully equipped, custom-designed lab with small class sizes. Through the full range of experiments and investigations, the study of science is brought alive. Students learn to conduct and assess experiments and to develop the practical skills that underpin the learning OF SCIENTIC THEORY&IELD TRIPSHELP FURTHERunderstanding, as they take science learning outside of the laboratory.

Science-related ECAs currently include the Biological Sciences, lab skills and gardening clubs; students enjoy participating in Physics and Chemistry Olympiads.

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desire to succeed, the

urge to reach your

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Course Aims and ContentThe IGCSE Art course aims to teach students to develop their creative and imaginative skills through observational drawings and to use a range of materials and techniques.

)N THE RST YEAR STUDENTS WILL LEARN NEWtechniques and skills, and will use a range of different materials. They will learn how to work from observational drawings and be creative in experimenting and exploring different approaches in developing their WORKTONALPIECES4HEYWILLALSOSTUDYexamples of historical and modern artists from a variety of cultures.

In the second year, students will work on a personal project to further develop and expand their techniques and skills.

External Assessment4HECOURSE ISASSESSEDBYANALPROJECT SET BY %DEXCEL )N &EBRUARY OFtheir second year, students will be given details of the project and proceed to conduct research,complete observational drawings, experiment with techniques, develop their ideas and prepare to PRODUCE THEIR NAL HOUR PIECE UNDERexamination conditions.

The Dulwich AdvantageThree large purpose-built and well equipped art rooms allow students to work with staff who are trained in a variety of Art techniques, using many different materials through different mediums including textiles, sculpture and pottery. Art is integrated into the Visual & Performing Arts Department and students are encouraged to show their work and assist with the designing and making of posters, booklets and exhibitions.

Art related ECAs include Photography and Trash Fashion, and students also have the opportunity to participate in international and local art competitions.

The doors of the Art Department are ALWAYSOPENTOSTUDENTSATSPECICTIMESafter school and during some weekends to enable students to improve the quality of their work and attend workshops. Gallery visits are encouraged and trips to Art College University presentations are run, while we also frequently host Art college DMISSIONS/FCERSINTHEDEPARTMENT

Students choosing this course should have both an interest and a proven aptitude for art. Students should have a willingness to experiment and be creative in their work.

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before us, everything is

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The Dulwich Computing course is particularly suitable for students who enjoy a practical approach to problem solving, as the course emphasises problem solving and programming, rather than exclusively written work.

Course Aims and ContentThe course enables students to develop an INTERESTINCOMPUTINGANDTOGAINCONDENCEin computational thinking and programming; students develop their understanding of the main principles of problem solving using computers. They apply their understanding to develop computer-based solutions to problems, using algorithms and high-level programming language. They develop a range of technical skills, as well as the ability to test and evaluate computing solutions effectively.

The theory component consists of: Data representation Communication and internet technologies

Hardware and software Security Ethics

The practical component consists of: Algorithm design and problem solving Programming Databases

External AssessmentThe course is assessed in May of the second YEAR BY TWO EXAMS A THEORY PAPER

and a problem-solving and programming PAPER

The Dulwich AdvantageStudents are able to take advantage of our brand-new, purpose-built Computer Labs, which provide the perfect environment for students to hone their programming skills. Our high-speed wireless network enables students to work online outside of lessons both collaboratively and independently.

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were faced with the

choice of learning to

read or remaining

illiterate laborers who

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rapidly modernizing

world. In the coming

century, being able

to command a world

that will be thoroughly

computerized will set

apart those who can

live successfully in

the future from those

who will be utterly left

behind.

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IGCSE Economics is an excellent introduction to the study and world of Economics, requiring no prior knowledge of the subject.

Course Aims and ContentThe course aims to develop a thorough understanding of the principles and theory of global macro-economics, as well as the principles of micro-economics THATINUENCEPRODUCERSANDCONSUMERS

Students study the economics of developed and developing nations and how they interrelate. Students will also develop an understanding of economic concepts and apply these concepts to real-life situations.

By the end of the course, students are able to display knowledge and understanding OFECONOMIC FACTSDENITIONS CONCEPTSprinciples and theories. They can select, ORGANISEANDINTERPRETDATACONDENTLYASwell as draw conclusions from economic information, and critically evaluate economic data in order to make reasoned arguments and informed judgements.

The course covers the following topics: The market system Business economics Government and the economy The global economy

External Assessment The course is assessed by one written examination, set and marked by Edexcel during May/June of the second year. The examination paper consists of four compulsory questions, each worth 30 marks.

The Dulwich AdvantageOur Economics teachers expertly guide STUDENTSONHOW TO LEARN EFCIENTLY ANDtake responsibility for their learning in a discussion-based setting. Teachers support students by deepening their understanding and developing higher level skills of application, analysis, and evaluation that will greatly help them as they progress through the school.

Alongside the IGSCE syllabus, lessons focus on developing collaboration and communication skills, both of which are essential to study and work.

Students will have opportunities to visit a variety of organisations, where they will learn outside of the school environment. This will enable students to understand how economic concepts are used and applied in practise.

Economics-related ECAs include Model United Nations (MUN). In addition, many students work in teams to produce high-quality entries for the annual Video Challenge.

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century, Alfred

Marshall described

Economics as the

study of man in the

ordinary business of

life. During the time

that I have studied AS

Economics, my thinking

skills have improved

very much. Economics

is a fascinating

and useful subject

because it is so closely

connected to our

everyday lives.

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IGCSE Geography helps students to understand the processes which affect physical (natural) and human environments.

This course is well-suited to students who are curious about the world around them and who take an interest in global current affairs, as well as issues on a more local scale no prior study of Geography is needed. The course requires a competence in English because of extended answers in the exam.

Course Aims and ContentStudents discover why things are where THEYAREoANDHOWTHEYMIGHTCHANGEINthe future. The course covers the following topics: population, settlement, plate tectonics (earthquakes and volcanoes), rivers, coasts, weather, climate and natural vegetation, development, food production, industry, tourism, energy, water, and the environmental risks of economic development.

External AssessmentIGCSE Geography is assessed in May of the second year by three written exams. The three exams consist of a mixture of structured and unstructured questions.

The Dulwich AdvantageAll lessons take place in small, well-equipped classes and use the latest resources. Students studying this course in China have many opportunities to use their local and regional knowledge to answer case-study questions.

Students are encouraged to take part in the International Award to build upon map skills learnt as part of the course.

With growing

interest in issues

such as climate

change, migration,

environmental

degradation and

social cohesion,

geography is one of

the most relevant

courses you could

choose to study.

Whatever your

passion for the

world-fascination

with landscapes

or concerns about

inequality - geography

will provide you

with knowledge and

transferable skills

that will reward

you personally

and advance you

professionally. ~

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Studying music liberates the imagination and helps students develop into more innovative individuals.

IGCSE Music is accepted by many colleges AS A SOUND ACADEMIC QUALICATION )T ISsuitable for students intending to become professional performers or pursue a CAREER IN ELDS SUCH AS LM SCORING ANDmusic production, as well as interested students who simply wish to follow a broad curriculum regardless of their future plans.

Students choosing IGCSE Music are STRONGLY RECOMMENDED TO HAVE LEARNEDTHEIR INSTRUMENT OR VOICEUP TOAT LEAST"23-'RADE LEVEL OR ITSEQUIVALENTThey should be able to read standard 7ESTERN NOTATION AND HAVE RUDIMENTARYMUSIC THEORY SKILLS 4HEY SHOULD ALSOSUBMITARECORDINGOFTHEIRPERFORMANCESANDOR COMPOSITIONS ALONG WITH THEIROPTION CHOICES FORM 4HERE IS NONEEDfor professional recordings.)

Course Aims and ContentThrough participation in the course, students will:p"ECOMEMORECONDENTINDIVIDUALS Learn to compose their own music Explore and enjoy music from different time periods and different parts of the world Develop their analytical skills through the critical study of music Communicate understanding and support individual judgment by argument based on evidence Study a prescribed text which consists of a section taken from a larger musical work Develop their potential as solo and ensemble performers

External AssessmentIGCSE Music is assessed by a combination of coursework and a written exam during May/June of the second year.

The Dulwich AdvantageAll lessons take place in small classes; this enables our specialist staff to guide STUDENTS TO BECOME MORE CONDENTcreative and communicative individuals. All Music students also have the chance to participate in the Music Mentoring Scheme through which older students serve as mentors to younger students.

The music suite is equipped with a drum set, electric guitars, acoustic piano, and MIDI keyboards that the students can use for composing. There are also four individual practice rooms, each with an acoustic piano. We have performance spaces for both formal and informal recitals.

Students can apply to become Visual and Performing Arts ambassadors and take part in annual conferences involving other schools in the Dulwich network. They will also have the opportunity to participate in events such as the annual International Schools Choral Music Society (ISCMS) music festival, where students from all over the world sing in a large chorus or play in a full-sized symphony orchestra, and learn from internationally renowned guest artists and practitioners.

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said, If I were not

a physicist, I would

probably be a musician.

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music. I see my life in

terms of music.

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kind of art. It doesnt

hang up on a wall and

wait to be stared at and

enjoyed by passersby.

Its communication.

Its hours and hours

being put into a work

of art that may only

last, in reality, for a

few moments...but if

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The Spanish language is now the second most widely spoken language in a progressively more globalised world.

This course is intended for students WHO MIGHT WISH TO PURSUE THE ELD OFhumanities and have a keen interest in other cultures and languages. The course WOULD PARTICULARLY BENET STUDENTSwishing to study in the Pan-American continent.

The nature of this course requires students to have an excellent level of English COMPREHENSION4HEREFORESTUDENTSSELECTING3PANISH NEED TO HAVE DEMONSTRATED THISthrough their entrance test scores. Further TESTINGMAYBEREQUIREDINSOMECASES

Course Aims and ContentThe course aims for students are to: Develop the ability to communicate effectively using both spoken and written Spanish Gain insights into the culture and society of Spanish speaking countries Develop awareness of the nature of language and language learning Develop transferable skills (e.g. analysis, memorising, drawing of inferences) to complement other areas of the curriculum

Content is centred on: everyday activities, personal and social life, the world around us, the world of work, and the international world.

External AssessmentThe course is assessed during the second YEAR SPEAKING IS TESTED IN PRILFOLLOWEDBY READING WRITING AND LISTENING WHICH ARE EXAMINEDin May.

The Dulwich AdvantageThrough the Spanish course, Dulwich provides a pathway for students with a passion for language and humanities.

There are opportunities to lead and take part in Spanish cultural events and competitions.

Optional volunteering projects, which take place in Latin America,offer students unique opportunities to help those most in need and also interact with native speakers of Spanish.

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THE ONE YEAR IGCSE PROGRAMME

A targeted course for high ability students wishing to focus on a limited range of subjects.

Only students who are mature, CONDENT ACADEMICALLY STRONG ANDwho have already reached a very good level of both spoken and written English will be considered for the One Year IGCSE Programme. This programme is suitable for students who wish to focus on Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics AND %CONOMICS AND ARE CONDENTthat such a focused curriculum is suitable preparation for their preferred universities and intended majors. Students who are unsure of their likely university destination and major are recommended to study a broader curriculum in the Two Year Programme.

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Course Aims and ContentThrough this course, students will learn how to: Use advanced grammatical structures and tenses Employ appropriate register/style Structure argumentative and discursive essays Draw inferences from textual clues

External AssessmentThis course is assessed in May by three EXAMSAREADINGANDWRITINGEXAM

A LISTENING EXAM

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The Dulwich AdvantageDulwichs experienced English department have been teaching the IGCSE ESL in China for many years, and they are able to provide great insight and knowledge of the test. This ensures that our students ARE PREPARED WELL TO EXCEL IN THE NALexams. The course is taught thematically to allow students to develop a greater understanding of topic-related lexis. This approach means that, in combination with regular class discussions and presentations, OUR STUDENTS ARE EFFECTIVE AND CONDENTconversationalists who feel able to use English to converse in a wide-range of areas.

English-related ECAs include the Speech and Debate club and the Scholars Cup. In addition, there will be regular English writing and speaking competitions. We also hope to arrange at least one school trip to see a play at the Suzhou Cultural Centre. Our English-only zone provides further opportunities for students to develop their communication and thinking skills.

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Course Aims and Content Mathematics develops logical rigour with creative and abstract thinking, as well as building the skills and frameworks that students need in order to understand THESCIENTICANDECONOMICTHEORIESTHEYmeet in other subjects.

This is a demanding course requiring SIGNICANTSELFSTUDY4OPICSINCLUDE Sets Quadratic, Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Coordinate Geometryp4RIGONOMETRYINCLUDING2ADIAN Measures and Identities Binomial Expansions Matrices and Vectors Calculus

External AssessmentThe IGCSE Additional Mathematics course is assessed in May and is comprised of two papers. Students who achieve excellent grades in Additional Mathematics and have demonstrated good study habits take an accelerated programme of A Level Mathematics in THEIR3YEAR9EARWHICHTHENLEADSTO3OR&URTHER-ATHEMATICSIN9EAR

The Dulwich AdvantageVital aspects of mathematics are the abilities to apply, analyse and problem solve with the mathematical tools that have been taught. By having setted groups taught by highly experienced teachers, students have an opportunity to develop these skills and focus on the

applied nature of the course. Students also participate in online enrichment activities and have an experiential approach to learning applied mathematics, for example by using dynamics equipment and data loggers. Dulwich students are skilled in using and applying mathematics in their other subjects at both school and university levels.

4HEEXIBLENATUREOFTHE$(3:MATHEMATICSIGCSE and A Level programmes allows students to specialise within mathematics and have a personalised programme of study suitable for their degree and career choices. A high proportion of our students will have completed at least AS Further Mathematics upon graduation, giving THEMASIGNICANTHEADSTARTATUNIVERSITYwhen studying science, technology, ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS NANCE ANDother related subjects.

In addition to the examined courses, students enter several international competitions: the UK Senior Maths Challenge, (followed by the British Maths Olympiad for students who qualify,) the Canadian Euclid Contest, and the American Maths Contest. We also founded the High School Team Maths Contest, which attracts schools from all over China and other parts of the world.

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The science courses at Dulwich emphasise DISCOVERYHANDSONLEARNINGANDSCIENTICcommunication. All students take IGCSE Physics and IGCSE Chemistry.

Course Aims and ContentThe courses aim to inspire students in their study of science, preparing them to continue their study of chemistry and physics beyond IGCSE. Students develop skills which allow them to practice chemistry and physics in a safe and EFCIENTMANNER4HEYALSOHELPSTUDENTSunderstand the impact of science on society in a technological world.

The Physics course covers: Mechanics Thermal Physics Waves Electricity and Magnetism Atomic Physics

The Chemistry course covers: Metalsp2EACTION+INETICS Periodic Table Organic Chemistry Mole Calculations Acids and Bases

External AssessmentIGCSE Chemistry and Physics are assessed in May. Each has three exams: two theory papers and one practical paper.

The Dulwich Advantage Every science lesson is taught by a passionate scientist. Many of our science teachers have years of industrial experience in addition to educational expertise, allowing students to gain unique insights into the work of professional scientists.

Lessons take place in a fully equipped, custom-designed lab with small class sizes. Through the full range of experiments and investigations, the study of science is brought alive. Students learn to conduct and assess experiments and to develop the practical skills that underpin the LEARNING OF SCIENTIC THEORY &IELD TRIPShelp further understanding, as they take science learning outside of the laboratory.

Science-related ECAs currently include the Biological Sciences, lab skills and gardening clubs; students enjoy participating in Physics and Chemistry Olympiads.

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IGCSE Economics is an excellent introduction to the study and world of Economics, requiring no prior knowledge on the subject. The pace of the one-year course requires a good level of English ANDASIGNICANTAMOUNTOFSELFSTUDY

Course Aims and ContentThe course aims to develop a thorough understanding of the principles and theory of global macro-economics, as well as the principles of micro-economics THATINUENCEPRODUCERSANDCONSUMERS

Students will study the economics of developed and developing nations and how they interrelate. Students will also develop an understanding of economic concepts and apply these concepts to real-life situations.

By the end of the course, students are able to display knowledge and understanding of economic facts, DENITIONS CONCEPTS PRINCIPLES ANDtheories. They can select, organise and INTERPRETDATACONDENTLYASWELLASDRAWconclusions from economic information, and critically evaluate economic data in order to make reasoned arguments and informed judgements.

The course covers the following topics:

The market system Business economics Government and the economy The Global economy

External Assessment The course is assessed by one written examination, set and marked by Edexcel during May/June. The examination paper consists of four compulsory questions, each worth 30 marks.

The Dulwich AdvantageOur Economics teachers expertly guide STUDENTSONHOW TO LEARNEFCIENTLY ANDtake responsibility for their learning in a discussion-based setting. Teachers support students by deepening their understanding and developing higher level skills of application, analysis, and evaluation that will greatly help them as they progress through the school.

Students will have opportunities to visit a variety of organisations, where they will learn outside of the school environment. This will enable students to understand how economic concepts are used and applied in practise.

Economics-related ECAs include Model United Nations (MUN). In addition, many students work in teams to produce high-quality entries for the annual Video Challenge.

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of the production and

consumption of goods

and the transfer of

wealth to produce and

obtain those goods.

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how people interact

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In addition to the academic curriculum, we provide opportunities for all our students to participate in a number of co-curricular activities that are designed to add value to their studies by giving them opportunities to develop their CONDENCE TNESS AND SKILLS #OLLEGESand universities value students who can demonstrate a well-rounded education and a broader global perspective. Therefore, we expect that all students will participate actively and make a positive contribution to the following courses.

Drama, Lifeskills and Physical Education are compulsory courses; in addition a wide range of additional extra-curricular activities are also provided.

DRAMAWhat the course leads to:The Drama course gives students the chance to express themselves, providing students with the opportunity and experiences to develop and accomplish two key attributes required for success: COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND CONDENCEThese skills enable them to successfully speak in front of an audience, whether in a presentation or at an interview.

Studying Drama inspires a sense of commitment, responsibility, creativity and the ability to appreciate and appraise constructively. Drama develops planning techniques, research techniques, team work, and physical and perceptual skills important skills that can be utilised widely INOTHERELDS

Course Aims and ContentThe course aims for students are to:p)MPROVEINDIVIDUALCONDENCE Develop teamwork Further enhance use of English Enhance communication skills Develop key performance skills Gain further understanding of the world of theatre

Course ContentThe Drama course involves a range of content where students get the opportunity to: Develop key communication skills Explore a play text through performance Prepare a piece of Shakespeares work for performance Create a devised or improvised piece of work Evaluate the performance work of themselves and others Watch and review a production, show, ORLM

The course covers values, issues and cultures in todays world.

Course AssessmentThis is an internally assessed compulsory course appearing on academic transcripts.

Opportunities for EnrichmentStudents are encouraged to take part in the Performing Arts ECA and to participate in the schools annual Visual and Performing Arts Festival.

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LIFESKILLSWhat the course leads to:Lifeskills is a programme of learning through which our students acquire the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to manage their lives, now and in the future. It helps to develop the qualities and attributes they need to thrive as individuals, family members and members of society.

Course aims & ContentThe course aims are: To prepare students to manage many of the most critical challenges and responsibilities they will face as young adults To help students build their personal IDENTITIESCONDENCEANDSELFESTEEM To enable students to make good life CHOICESUNDERSTANDINGWHATINUENCESTHEIRDECISIONSINCLUDINGNANCIALONES To develop self-understanding, empathy and the ability to interact with others in order that students enjoy healthy and productive relationships in all aspects of life To develop the important skills of discussion, research, presentation, COLLABORATIONANDSELFREECTION To connect and apply the knowledge and understanding they gain in all their other subjects to practical, real life situations while also helping them TOFEELSAFEANDSECUREENOUGHTOFULLL their academic potential To provide opportunities for students to link with and speak to alumni about their experiences in University application and surviving and succeeding in University overseas

Course AssessmentAlthough compulsory for all students, this course is not formally assessed. Students appreciate participating in a valuable

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PHYSICAL EDUCATIONCourse AimsPhysical Education at Dulwich aims to encourage a healthy lifestyle and increase the physical competence, health-related TNESSSELFRESPONSIBILITYANDENJOYMENTof physical activity for all students, so that they can be physically active throughout their lives.

Course ContentOur dedicated new facilities are enabling SIGNICANT DEVELOPMENT OF OUR 0%programme, offering a wider range of activities to students. Indoor facilities include a multi-purpose sports hall and dance studio; outdoor facilities include ANlALLWEATHERmELDTENNISCOURTSANDArooftop basketball court. In addition, we enjoy shared use of the Dulwich College Suzhou aquatic centre and SHSSIP RUNNINGTRACKANDELD

Course AssessmentThis is an internally assessed course appearing on academic transcripts.

Opportunities for EnrichmentA wide range of both competitive and non-competitive sports, dance, and other physical activities are featured in our extra-curricular programme, and these include many opportunities for student leadership. Our Dulwich Dragon basketball teams continue to be particularly popular and successful. Dance is popular, with a wide range of student-led groups, and a range of other sports, such as archery, are available to our students as part of our ECA programme. Sports facilities are made available to both boarders and day students outside of the school day.

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Our diverse extra-curricular programme currently includes both student-led and teacher-led activities. The main programme is divided into two sections, physical recreation and skills, offering a choice of over 50 activities.

The physical recreation or sports activities AREDESIGNEDTOBUILDTNESSANDSTRENGTHincrease skill levels, and encourage our students to have a wide range of interests. There are opportunities to develop communication, collaboration and leadership skills. Current activities include: Archery Ballroom dancing Kendo Cricket Hockey

The skills-based activities are designed to encourage students to pursue and develop hobbies and interests outside the curriculum, as well as engaging in teamwork, leadership and social development with like-minded peers. Among the diverse range of activities available to choose from, activities currently include: World Scholars Cup Model United Nations School band Investment analysis Pottery Visual and Performing Arts

In addition, there are a number of student-led clubs, as well as student-run charity activities. These clubs and activities include, but are not limited to: Ballet Consumer electronics Wings plan Dulwich peer tutoring programme

While these clubs have teacher supervisors and advisors, they are primarily student run and organised.

It is strongly recommended that all students take part in both a physical recreation activity and a skills-based ECA every week, as here they are able to further develop soft skills that are so highly regarded by both universities and employers. Additionally, ECAs tie in directly to the requirements of the Duke of Edinburghs International Award.

The International AwardAll of our students are required to take part in the International Award starting FROMTHEIRRSTYEARINTHESCHOOL)TISan excellent way for each student to tie together all of their extra-curricular activities into a coherent package that leads to the achievement of a well-regarded award with international recognition. Over one million young PEOPLE IN OVER COUNTRIES WORKtowards achieving this prestigious award every year.

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The International Award is highly valued by leading universities and colleges around the world. The Award provides measurable evidence that the recipient is the kind of well-rounded student universities are seeking to recruit who will contribute positively to campus life. When writing their personal statements for universities in their AS year, students who reach the higher levels of the award will have much to write about.

When applying for jobs after graduation from college, the International Award provides a competitive advantage. It demonstrates teamwork, a commitment to helping others, a healthy lifestyle, and a willingness to learn new skills and keep developing.

The Award is split into three levels Bronze, Silver, and Gold and our IGCSE students start at the Bronze level. This involves three months of community service, three months of physical recreation, and six months of learning a skill. Students spend, on average, one hour per week on each of these three elements. Many of the requirements for this level can be met through the activities we offer in our ECA programme and through our Lifeskills curriculum.

To complete the Bronze level, students will also take part in an expedition, which involves hiking in unfamiliar

terrain over three days and camping overnight. Once they have completed the Bronze level, students progress to the Silver level. The school will keep a record of the skill and physical recreation activities done as part of our ECA programme, but students will need to keep individual records of community service hours completed outside of school hours.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. What should I consider when making my choices?At the IGCSE level, interest in the subject is arguably the most important consideration.

For the vast majority of students, who wish to keep their options open, it is suggested that option choices are not kept too narrow. For example, students are advised against taking both IGCSE Music and IGCSE Art unless they have ASTRONGDESIREFORFURTHERSTUDYINTHESEELDSOur compulsory core of English, Maths, Science, Chinese, Drama & Lifeskills alongside almost any two optional subjects is a good preparation for A level study and future college application for most majors, however the following recommendations should be noted:

For students who are already clear about their preferred A level courses or major at University, it makes sense to choose related IGCSE courses. Accepted STUDENTS CAN CONTACT THE #OLLEGE #OUNSELLING OFCE FOR ADVICE ON THIS ASdifferent colleges have different requirements.

2. How do I submit my choices? Accepted students will receive the relevant form, and we encourage students to submit choices as early as possible. The school will endeavour to accommodate all choices submitted by 20th May. 4HENALDATE FORSUBMITTINGCHOICES IS27th May.

Note that for Art and Music, portfolios of work should be submitted alongside your choices.

3. Are all combinations of subjects possible? Most subject combinations are possible. If it is impossible to timetable a students chosen combination, we will discuss alternative options with those students. For this reason, students should think carefully about their reserve choice.

4. Can I change my option choices later during Years 10 and 11?Once you have, after careful thought and consideration, chosen and submitted your subjects, we do not encourage you to change subject choices. You should discuss any changes you wish to make with the Deputy Head (Academics) or (EADOF9EARCHANGEMAYBEPOSSIBLEDURINGTHERSTTWOWEEKSOFTHERSTSEMESTEROF9EARPROVIDEDTHATp9OURNEWCHOICEOFOPTIONSTSWITHEXISTINGOPTIONSELECTIONS Your new choice does not cause an unacceptably large class. Your teacher advisors think that the request to change is sensible for you.

5. Can I change my options at the start of Year 12, when I start my A levels?It is sometimes possible to study subjects at A level that have not been studied at IGCSE, and there are some subjects that are only offered at A level, such AS0SYCHOLOGY3TUDENTSWHOHAVESTUDIEDCOURSESATTHE)'#3%LEVELWILLNDthemselves at an advantage when starting A level compared to students taking up new options. Therefore, students are encouraged to choose their IGCSE options with care but equally, change is sometimes possible.

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6. Can I drop a subject if I am not achieving good grades? No, we expect students to continue with all their IGCSE subject choices until the end of the course. Many universities require students to have taken a minimum number of IGCSEs whilst all universities want to see that students can manage a busy workload and will succeed when faced with challenges.

Students are only permitted to drop subjects in exceptional and unusual circumstances, for example, if a student has a period of prolonged ill health. Students will only be allowed to drop a subject at the recommendation of the Head of IGCSE.

7. Is it compulsory for a student to sit the IGCSE examination in a subject? Yes, for the reasons above, students are expected to sit the IGCSE examination in the subjects chosen. If a students grade is low, they should discuss strategies for improving their performance with the subject teacher or Head of Year.

8. Do I need to achieve particular grades to take the subject at A Level? Yes, the minimum requirement for progressing to A Level in most subjects is a B grade at IGCSE.

9. Is promotion to study at A Level automatic?.O THEMINIMUM REQUIREMENT FOR ENTRY TO THE ,EVEL PROGRAMME IS VEpasses at IGCSE, including English and mathematics, all with an A*, A or B grade. In addition, some AS courses have additional entrance requirements.

10. How will I know Im doing well?We monitor our students progress very closely during their IGCSE studies and keep students parents informed of their progress regularly. If a student ISEXPERIENCINGDIFCULTIESINTHEIRSTUDIESWEWILLINFORMPARENTSANDDISCUSSintervention strategies and options with them.

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2) Creativity, fostered in all subjects including Drama, Art and Music. Students and staff are technologically literate and seek innovative solutions to problems.

3) Responsibility, demonstrated personally by a conscientious approach to work and a caring and respectful attitude towards others.

4) Outstanding communication and presentation skills in English and Chinese, in preparation for study and life abroad.

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