Where can children who study the International British or South African curriculum go to university?

British International Curriculum - your educational passport to the world

  • The International British curriculum is based on the world’s most widely-recognised British system of learning and assessment, boasting more than 160 years of expertise. It is a highly-regarded and accredited primary and secondary school programme that allows a seamless integration with national curricula worldwide.

  • The International British Curriculum holds global recognition. Students who successfully finish their British A Levels or AS Levels can seek admission to esteemed universities worldwide.

  • The International British curriculum offers the freedom and flexibility of self-paced learning and a possible younger graduation age.

  • Children who enrol with the International British Curriculum are required to write their exams at accredited exam centres.

  • The British International Curriculum subjects are either from the Cambridge or Pearson Edexcel academic boards, and the exams for these subjects must be taken at an accredited exam centre.

CAPS South African Curriculum - For those who want to prepare their child to continue their studies in South Africa

  • CAPS (National Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement) is South Africa’s public school curriculum, also adopted by some private schools. It aims to standardise education nationwide ensuring students receive a comprehensive foundation for future education and career opportunities.

  • CAPS could be more suitable for students aiming to continue their education or careers in South Africa. Its focus on standardisation can offer uniformity and reliability, yet its international recognition might be somewhat restricted.

  • Children who enrol with the CAPS curriculum are required to write their exams at accredited South African based exam centres.

  • The CAPS curriculum offers students the opportunity to follow structured school terms and exam dates that enable them to integrate with the South African school year. The International British curriculum offers the freedom and flexibility of self-paced learning and a possible younger graduation age.

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International British Curriculum Worldwide Acceptance in Universities

  • United States: Many universities in the United States recognize and accept qualifications such as A-levels and International Baccalaureate(IB) diplomas for admission purposes.

  • Australia: Australian universities generally accept A-levels and other qualifications from the British international curriculum for admission to undergraduate programmes.

  • European Union: Many universities in European countries recognize and accept qualifications from the British international curriculum, particularly for under graduate admissions.

  • Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries: Universities in countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia often recognize and accept qualifications from the British international curriculum for admission purposes.

  • South Africa: Some South African universities accept qualifications from the British international curriculum.

Cambridge Universities Recognition List

  • Students use Cambridge International AS & A Levels to gain places at leading universities worldwide, including the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, Singapore, Egypt, Jordan, South Africa, the Netherlands, Germany, and Spain.

  • To see the list of the most popular study destinations for Cambridge students, click this LINK.

  • Cambridge English exams are recognised by over 25,000 universities, employers and governments around the world.

Pearson Edexcel IAL Universities Recognition Lists

  • Pearson Edexcel International GCSE and International A level qualifications are most closely aligned to the British education system and are accepted for entry to more than 650 leading universities worldwide.

  • To learn more about Pearson Edexcel, click here.

  • Click below to find information about where Pearson Edexcel qualifications are accepted in:

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