Awfaz Global School Izghawa Campus Year 10 2017 - 2018 Awfaz Global School Izghawa Campus

What to Expect in Year 10 Entering Key Stage 4, students will begin preparing for their Secondary certificate. Every Year 10 student must take 7 courses. Courses are reviewed for EAL learners: accessibility for international students who are bilingual.

IGCSEs What Are They? The IGCSEs are the International General Certificate of Secondary Education They are academic qualifications aimed at learners aged 14 to 16 (Year 10 and 11). They are the main requirement for progression to A levels. Students cannot qualify for university without their A levels. Therefore, preparation for university admission begins in Year 10 with their IGCSEs. With IGCSEs, students take all of the exams at the end of the course, in Year 11.

IGCSEs Why do we teach International GCSEs? Flexible course content: International GCSEs let you incorporate local content into the specification, making the course more relevant and engaging for learners. Subject Advisors: Teachers can contact experts from the UK in each subject area. Preparation: IGCSEs content and expectations prepare students for A levels and university education. IGCSEs

What We Expect From Students and Parents Attendance: Students must attend classes regularly with little to no room for excused absences. In order to access the curriculum and pass their examinations and course work, students must be present. Abiding by School Rules and Procedures: By Year 10 students should demonstrate maturity and consideration in all areas of school life, including behaviour. This extends to appropriate uniforms, arriving to school on time and with the necessary materials for lessons. Work Ethic and Commitment: We expect Year 10 students to put forth a great deal of effort into their course work and examination preparations. Be assured, if students do not work to their greatest potential, they cannot pass their IGCSEs. Communication with Parents: We hope that parents will support teachers to push their children dedicate themselves to their studies. Next year, parents will be contacted via email to ensure regular communication regarding progress and concerns.

Course Selection

English IGCSE

English IGCSE

English IGCSE

Mathematics A IGCSE Some unique features of Edexcel IGCSE Mathematics A are: Two tiered papers (Higher and Foundation) that allow students to be entered for a level appropriate to them with questions in each tier that are accessible to students of all abilities within that tier. Each paper is assessed through a 2-hour examination set and marked externally by Pearson. Equally weighed papers : 2 X 2 hour papers, each paper contributes 50% of the qualification. 20 – 25 questions on each paper, with varying marks – those more challenging questions at the end of the paper have 6 marks maximum.  Three assessment objectives: – AO1 – Number and Algebra weighting 50% AO2 – Shape space and measures weighting  22 to 28 % AO3 – Handling data weighting 12 to 18% Exam resources : A calculator can be used and a formulae sheet will be provided at each tier for both papers Approach: a solid basis for students wishing to progress to Edexcel AS and Advanced GCE Level, or equivalent qualifications.

Science IGCSE Single Awards Double Awards Allows a broad exposure to Biology, Chemistry and Physics. It offers a reduced amount of content, but the qualification is assessed to the same standard. 100% written examination. No assessed practical work. 1 hour and 10 minutes exam set and marked by Pearson - (multiple-choice, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-ended questions. Has a total number of 60 marks (33.3%) Students get one GCSE grade in May/June exam of 2019 Allows students a broad exposure to Biology, Chemistry and Physics 100% written examination. No assessed practical work. 2 hour exam -(multiple-choice, short-answer questions, calculations and extended open-ended questions. With a total 110 marks (33.3%) . Students get two GCSE Grades in May/June exam of 2019. Calculators may be used in the exam.

ICT IGCSE The IGCSE ICT qualification will enable learners to become independent users of ICT, to make informed decisions about its use and to be aware of its implications for individuals, organisations and society. The IGCSE ICT course will enable learners to develop ICT-based solutions to solve problems and to develop their understanding of current and emerging technologies. The IGCSE ICT specification is split into two units: Unit 1: Living in a Digital World - In this unit students explore how digital technology impacts on the lives of individuals, organisations and society. They learn about current and emerging digital technologies and the issues raised by their use in a range of contexts (learning and earning, leisure, shopping and money management, health and wellbeing and on the move). They develop awareness of the risks that are inherent in using ICT and the features of safe, secure and responsible practice. This unit is assessed through a 1 hour 30 minute examination paper set and marked by Edexcel Unit 2: Using Digital Tools - This is a practical unit. Students broaden and enhance their ICT skills and capability. They work with a range of digital tools and techniques to produce effective ICT solutions in a range of contexts. They learn to reflect critically on their own and others’ use of ICT and to adopt safe, secure and responsible practice. This unit is assessed through a 3 hour Practical Exam set and marked by Pearson.

Business Studies IGCSE International GCSE in Business qualification enables students to: develop an interest in and enthusiasm for the study of business develop an understanding of business concepts, business terminology, business objectives and the integrated nature of business activity understand how the main types of business are organised, financed and operated. Assessments 2 Papers-Externally assessed Paper 1-Investigating Small Businesses Examination of 1 hour and 30 minutes, consisting of four compulsory questions, each worth 20 marks – total of 80 marks in Paper 1. The sub-questions are a mixture of multiple-choice, short- answer, data-response and open-ended questions. Calculators may be used in the examination Paper 2- Investigating Large Businesses Examination of 1 hour and 30 minutes, consisting of four compulsory questions, each worth 20 marks – total of 80 marks in Paper 2. The sub-questions are a mixture of multiple-choice, short- answer, data-response and open-ended questions.

Art IGCSE Overview: The Cambridge IGCSE Art and Design Syllabus encourages a range of skills, stimulates aesthetic awareness, knowledge and critical understanding of art, and provides opportunities for learners to develop a range of skills. Description of Components of Course Work: Component-1: Board based assignment Component-2: Design-based assignment Component-3: Critical and Historical assignment Component-4: Coursework assignment Art IGCSE Examinations: Total Marks – 100 Total Examination time – 8 Hours It will be divided in to 4 Hours X 2 days Question paper will be provided before 8 Weeks of examination Student can choose any One question Out of 10 provided questions.

Arabic and Islamic Studies IGCSE The IGCSE in Arabic focuses on developing learners skills in reading, writing and grammar. The two-year course is designed for international schools and colleges and is assessed through two compulsory written exam papers at the end of the course. The IGCSE in Islamiyat is assessed through a single exam. Focusing on the basic tenets of Islam and Islamic traditions, laws, writings and practices, it’s designed as a two-year course for teaching in international schools and colleges. 

SEN (Special Educational Needs) in KS4 If you believe your child will require support throughout the IGCSEs, including course work and examination support, you must provide a report from a certified educational psychologist. Take your child for an assessment and present the report in September 2017. This way, teachers can prepare support from the beginning of the school year. Depending on the diagnosis, we will offer students extra time, breaks and a reader during examinations.

For a copy of the Year 10 Registration form, please visit the Izghawa campus office.