International curriculum choices can open doors to universities across the world. Understand how the pathways compare.
The International British Curriculum is based on one of the world’s most widely recognised systems of learning and assessment.
Students who successfully complete British A Levels or AS Levels can seek admission to universities worldwide. The pathway combines global recognition with flexible, self-paced learning and can support a younger graduation age.
British International subjects may come from Cambridge or Pearson Edexcel academic boards, with examinations taken at accredited exam centres.
Global recognition, international examination boards and flexible progression.
South Africa’s public school curriculum, useful for students planning to continue studies or careers in South Africa.
Many universities recognise A-levels and other international qualifications for admission.
British curriculum qualifications are generally accepted for undergraduate admission.
Many European universities recognise British curriculum qualifications.
Universities in the UAE, Qatar and Saudi Arabia commonly recognise these qualifications.
Some South African universities accept qualifications from the British international curriculum.
Cambridge and Pearson qualifications are used for admission at leading universities around the world.
Use the official Cambridge and Pearson resources for the latest country and university information.
International GCSE and International A Level qualifications are accepted by many leading universities worldwide.
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