TOPThe Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) course is designed for N-Level and ITE graduates to build foundational knowledge and further their education. It is developed and awarded by the Cambridge Assessment International Examinations (CAIE). The Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge O-level qualifications are equivalent grade for grade¹, thus students can consider taking up our 5-month IGCSE preparatory course* instead of becoming an O-level private candidate. With an IGCSE qualification, one can work his/her way up to a Bachelor’s Degree. 1 https://help.cambridgeinternational.org/hc/en-gb/articles/115004449425-What-is-the-difference-between-Cambridge-IGCSE-and-Cambridge-O-Levels-
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What is the Cambridge IGCSE qualification?
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In 2025, more than 8 in 10 PSB Academy graduates were employed within six months after final exam1. 1 All statistics are based on PSB Academy Graduate Employment Survey 2024 conducted by Kadence International Pte Ltd for graduating cohorts from 2024.
Why choose PSB Academy?
As a Cambridge international school and IGCSE exam centre, students can take both their lessons and assessments when they enrol with us. Benefits of the IGCSE preparatory course* with PSB Academy:
- Completion in 5 months
- Close to 100% passing rate (2023-2025 cohorts)
- Progress to a Diploma across 13 disciplines
* Refers to Preparatory Course for Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) Examination (Intensive) programme.
Frequently Ask Questions
What subjects are offered in the IGCSE course?
The IGCSE course at PSB Academy only offers English and Mathematics. Students can choose to take either subject individually or both, depending on their academic needs.
Is the IGCSE course recognised worldwide?
Yes, it is recognised by universities, employers, and educational institutions worldwide² as a solid foundation for further study.
How is the IGCSE course assessed?
Assessments are conducted externally by Cambridge through exams.
Where can the IGCSE qualification take me?
The IGCSE enables graduates to fulfil the minimum entry requirements for certificate programmes offered by PSB Academy. ² https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/why-choose-us/benefits-of-a-cambridge-education/international-recognition/
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The programme has taught me a lot of different perspectives from different modules that is tied up in the fitness world which is what’s going to make me fully built my foundation up in this area of career.Class of 2026 | School of Health and Life SciencesDiploma in Sport and Exercise Sciences, PSB Academy -
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One of the most impactful experiences was from my Entrepreneurship class, where we were encouraged to come up with new business ideas and develop them further. This process taught me how to identify opportunities, think creatively yet realistically, and consider factors like value proposition and feasibility.Class of 2026 | School of Business and ManagementMaster of Business Administration in Global Business, Coventry University -
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The lecturers were very supportive and knowledgeable, their practical teaching approach made engineering concepts easier to understand and helped me see how what we learnt in class could be applied in the workplace.Alumni Class of 2025 | School of Engineering and TechnologyDiploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, PSB Academy -
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The diploma has built up my task management skills. I learned a great deal about prioritising when I was a student as I had to balance personal commitments, a full-time job and part-time study.Alumni Class of 2014 | School of Business and ManagementDiploma in Business Administration, PSB Academy -
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I liked that the programme included hands-on learning in the TV & Radio studio and provided a pathway to continue with a media and communications degree. It felt like a door opening for me and I could finally study something I was passionate about.Class of 2026 | School of Business and ManagementDiploma in Media and Communications, PSB Academy -
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The consistent exposure to laboratory work and real-world applications helped me realise that biomedical science was not only intellectually stimulating but also impactful in improving lives.Alumni Class of 2020 | School of Health and Life SciencesFoundation Diploma in Life Sciences, PSB Academy
