Cis Curriculum Handbook

Cambridge International School

CURRICULUM HANDBOOK

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Welcome to Cambridge International School 3

CIS curriculum overview 5

CIS Early Years Foundation Stage 9

CIS Primary 13

CIS Lower Secondary 17

CIS Upper Secondary (IGCSE) 21

CIS Advanced (AS & A level) 25

A–Z of terms 29

age 2-5

age 5-11

age 11-14

age 14-16

age 16-18

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Cambridge International Examinations is the world’s largest provider of international education programmes and qualifications for 5 to 18 year olds.

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Over 9000schools are part of the Cambridge learning community

Cambridge programmes and qualifications are taken in more than160 countries

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Welcome to Cambridge International SchoolCambridge International School provides a full schooling programme for 2 to 18 year olds with the university entrance qualification of Cambridge Advanced Levels for the oldest students.

The curriculum at CIS is based upon the programmes of the Cambridge International Examinations, the British National Curriculum and the Russian State Curriculum, starting with the Early Years Foundation Stage, Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary 1 and moving through to Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Level in the senior years.

Cambridge International

Examinations is the world’s largest provider of international education programmes and qualifications for 5 to 18 year olds. It is part of the University of Cambridge, one of the world’s top universities and is trusted for excellence in education. The qualifications we offer are recognised by the world’s universities and trusted for excellence in education.

The international programmes ensure a smooth transition through the years of schooling and provide an opportunity for students to succeed in a stimulating, externally validated and highly respected world-class educational programme. Ultimately, the qualifications which can be obtained by our senior students can open doors to universities over the world. Cambridge qualifications are universally recognised and welcomed.

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Choosing Cambridge, we have been able to create a relationship with an organisation that has an excellent reputation as the leader in international education.Cambridge has helped strengthen the status of the school as we have become part of the global Cambridge learning community.


CIS curriculum overview

Cambridge learnersUsing the Cambridge approach helps to develop learners who are:• confident in working with

information and ideas, their own and those of others

• responsible for themselves, responsive and respectful of others

• reflective as learners themselves, developing their ability to learn

• innovative and equipped for new and future challenges

• engaged intellectually and socially, and ready to make a difference in the world.

Early Years Foundation StageEYFS is based on the British National Curriculum. There are seven areas of learning and development. All areas are important and inter-connected and are crucial for

igniting children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, as well as building their capacity to learn, form relationships and thrive.

The seven areas are:Communication, language and literacyPhysical developmentPersonal, Social and Emotional developmentEnglish as a Second Language Problem solving, reasoning and numeracyKnowledge and understanding of the worldCreative development

Primary School YearsCIE provides a framework for the key subjects of English (or English as a Second Language), Mathematics, Science and ICT Starters. Other subjects are based upon the British National Curriculum. They include Art, Geography, History, Music, Physical Education, and Personal and Social Education. Spanish is taught from Year 3.

The Cambridge and British National Curriculum programmes provide statements of content, knowledge, skills and understanding, and attainment target levels for all the subjects we teach. There is a huge range of resources available to assist teachers and the school purchases teaching materials particularly from the UK.

CIS Primary is licensed and accredited by the Russian Ministry of Education to offer the Primary Russian State Curriculum. For Russian native speakers, Russian language is taught from Year 1. Optional Russian State Curriculum core subjects are provided from Year 3. For non-native speakers, extra ESL lessons are arranged.

However, academic subjects are only half of the story. Where we excel is in putting the child and his or her needs and situation first. Not only do we recognise that each child is an individual, but also that every day is different and each day provides another opportunity for success and happiness.


Secondary School YearsCIS Lower Secondary

CIS Lower Secondary years are characterised by an increasingly focused approach with specialist teachers for all subjects. This ensures that not only are students developing their knowledge and skills but that they are also prepared for the rigours of the examination courses which begin with the Cambridge IGCSE from Year 10.

CIS Upper Secondary (IGCSE)IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) is a two year programme leading to externally set, marked and certificated examinations from the Cambridge International Examinations. It is a unique UK government endorsed programme provided to thousands of schools around the world.

Our students are offered a curriculum across Years 10 and 11 that includes around 7 IGCSE examination subjects. These encompasses the core ones of English Language, Mathematics , Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Three or four other subjects may be taken from Geography, History, Spanish, Russian, Business Studies and ICT (Information and Communication Technology), and a self-study first language is also possible. Exactly what is available in a particular year will depend upon a number of factors. What is ensured is suitability for our students and the key curriculum factors of breadth and balance. Depth and quality goes without saying with all Cambridge courses.

CIS Advanced level (AS & A Level)The final two years of schooling are dedicated to the Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced

Level examination courses of the Cambridge International Examnations. Recognised around the world for university entrance they offer students the flexibility of a completely free choice of subjects. Therefore a student could specialise in the sciences, the arts or languages, or take a broad range of subjects from across different disciplines. As well as these high-level examination courses, CIS is also able to support students with different aspirations.

A Level examinations are usually taken after 13 years of education and are based on approximately 360 hours of guided learning per subject, normally over a two year period. A Levels are highly specialised and a student will normally take three subjects, although exceptional students may occasionally take four or five.


At CIS we aim to provide a curriculum with learning opportunities that recognise and celebrate each child’s individual uniqueness, develop their full potential and prepare them to meet new challenges.


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CIS Early Years Foundation Stage Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception

The Early Years Foundation Stage provides an environment that is happy, warm, secure and stimulating. Through the EYFS curriculum we enable children to develop a strong sense of self whilst also learning to play, negotiate and co-operate with others.

Children aged 2-5 are constantly encountering new experiences and seeking to understand them in order to extend their skills, develop their confidence and build on what they already know. They learn in different ways. EYFS curriculum offers a wide range of experiences for all children and allows them to deepen their understanding by playing, talking, observing, planning, questioning, experimenting, testing, repeating, reflecting and responding to adults and each other.

The EYFS curriculum is aimed at supporting, fostering, promoting and developing children’s:

Communication, language and literacyChildren are given opportunities to experience a rich language environment, to develop their confidence and skills in expressing themselves, and to speak and listen in a range of situations.

Physical developmentYoung children are provided with opportunities to be active and interactive, and to develop their co-ordination, control, and movement. Children are also helped to understand the importance of physical activity, and to make healthy choices in relation to food.

Personal, Social and Emotional developmentChildren develop a positive sense of themselves and others, form positive relationships and develop respect for others, develop social skills and learn how to manage their feelings, understand appropriate behaviour in groups and have confidence in their own abilities.

English as a Second Language Strong skills in the first language act as a bridge both for language development and for development of a second language.

Speaking and listening to English all day is exhausting so when children

use their first language with each other this is not discouraged.

The teachers aim to create an environment where each child feels confident and comfortable taking risks with language and interacting with others.

Children are exposed to all aspects of the English language through visual, auditory and kinesthetic activities including songs, games, stories, and individual play group and class time.

Problem solving, reasoning and numeracyThis helps children develop their understanding of number, measurement, pattern, shape and space through number songs, poems, games and group activities, allowing them to practice, enjoy and talk about them.

Knowledge and understanding of the worldThis allows children to explore the world around them, to find out about their environment, to learn about people and places that are significant to them, to investigate, experiment, predict, plan and question, sharing their discoveries with others.

Creative developmentThis allows children to explore and share their thoughts, ideas and feelings through creativity in art, music, dance, imaginative play and design and technology.

Early years foundation stage profileDuring Pre-Nursery, Nursery and Reception your child will have personal folder created for them by their teachers. This folder is called a profile and is used to create a picture of your child’s progress throughout his/her year.

The EYFS profile contains:• photographic evidence from

independent play • incidental observations

recording children free-choice actions and knowledge

• timed observation on specific areas of learning

• examples from work during focused lessons

• examples of responses from children to structured questions

Age 2-5


Early Years Foundation Stage Resources

Nursery, Reception - Sessions per weekCIS EYFS curriculum

English | Nursery 15 min, Reception 20 min Nursery Reception

Communication, language and literacy 5 5Problem solving, reasoning and numeracy 5 5

Knowledge and understanding of the world 2 2Creative development 3 2Physical development 2 1

Personal, social and emotional development 1 1

Abacus ISBN - number

Number Workbook 1 978-0-602-30639-7Number Workbook 2 978-0-602-30640-3Number Workbook 3 978-0-602-30641-0

Shape, Space & Measures 978-0-602-30642-7I can do... Book 1 978-0-602-57424-6I can do... Book 2 978-0-602-57425-3

Joolly phonics ISBN - number

Workbook 1 978-1-870-94651-3Workbook 2 978-1-870-94652-0Workbook 3 978-1-870-94653-7

Activity book 1 978-1-844-14153-1Activity book 2 978-1-844-14154-8Activity book 3 978-1-844-14155-5

Abacus books for the Foundation Level:

are designed to be used by small groups with adult input;

provide opportunities for discussion;

can be used to record evidence of children’s understanding and progress.

Jolly Phonics is a fun and child centred approach to teaching literacy through synthetic phonics. With actions for each of the 42 letter sounds, the multi-sensory method is very motivating for children and teachers, who can see their students achieve.


The EYFS allows pupils to access learning relating to all of the seven areas during the whole day both indoor and outdoor



Cambridge Primary is well designed and well structured. It believes in child-centred learning in a child-friendly environment.Anne Dias, Head of VIBGYOR High School, India


CIS Primary Year 1 - 6

In our Primary School we use the Cambridge Primary curriculum for the core subjects of English/English as a Second Language, Mathematics , Science and ICT Primary Starters. The British National Curriculum (with suitable adaptations to reflect our international nature) is the foundation for other subjects such as Geography, History, Music, Art and Design, Physical Education, Spanish, PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education). CIS also provides optional access to core subjects of Russian State Curriculum.

The Cambridge Primary programme provides subject content, planning and resource guides, guidance for curriculum implementation and development, plus support for classroom teaching and student learning. AS it is a programme which has been developed with consistent standards externally benchmarked across thousands of students, it enables reliable structured reporting to parents about the performance of their children, which has validity

beyond our school.

CIE provides two types of test for use at the end of a stage (school Year) and at the end of the primary programme (end of Year 6): Cambridge Primary Progression Tests and Cambridge Primary Checkpoint.

Cambridge Progression Tests are available for English, Mathematics and Science for Years 3 to 6. They are used internationally and are marked at school using full mark schemes and marking guidance

provided by CIE. The results of the test are just for school use or reporting to parents.

Cambridge Primary Checkpoint is a diagnostic assessment tool for the end of the Cambridge Primary programme in English, Mathematics and Science (end of Year 6). Students have to be entered for the tests and the question papers are issued from and returned to CIE for marking. Analysis and certificates are sent to the school by CIE after about two months.

Taken in over 90countries worldwide

Over 750 schoolsaround the world teach it

Provides internationalbenchmarks for learner performance

Learners receive a Certificate of Achievement at the end of their primary education

Age 5-11


CIS Primary - Lessons per week*CIS Primary Curriculum

Duration min.

Number of lessonsYear 1 & Year 2

Number of lessons Year 3 – 6

English 50 5 5Mathematics 50 5 5

Spelling & Hand writing 40 4 2Science 40 3 3

History & Geography 40 2 2Spanish Language 40 - 2

PE 40 2 2Art 40 2 1

Music 40 2 1ICT 40 1 2

PSHE 40 1 -Russian Language or ESL 40 3 7

Russian Maths or ESL 40 - 3Total - 30 35

* Duration and quantity of lessons may vary.


Cambridge Primary Science

Learner’s Bookswith Audio CD Activity book

Year 1 978-1-107-67609-1 978-1-107-65513-3Year 2 978-1-107-61380-5 978-1-107-61381-2Year 3 978-1-107-61384-3 978-1-107-61383-6Year 4 978-1-107-61363-8 978-1-107-61361-4Year 5 978-1-107-61981-4 978-1-107-62123-7Year 6 978-1-107-62125-1 978-1-107-62686-7

Penpals ISBN number

Handwriting 1 978-0-521-75504-7Handwriting 2 978-0-521-75507-8Handwriting 3 978-0-521-75510-8Handwriting 4 978-0-521-75513-9

Practice Book 1 978-0-521-75500-9Practice Book 2 978-0-521-75501-6

Penpals at Home: Getting Ready for Handwriting 978-1-845-65272-2

Penpals at Home: Forming Letters 978-1-845-65273-9

Cambridge Primary Science Learner’s Books Activity book


Cambridge Primary Mathematics Learner’s Books Games’s Books

with CD-ROM


Cambridge Primary Resources



Cambridge Checkpoint provides a worthwhile diagnostic tool for the teacher and a valued and significant milestone for students.Robert Laytham, teacher, Visser ‘t Hooft Lyceum, Leiden, The Netherlands


CIS Lower Secondary Year 7 - 9

Lower Secondary (known as Key Stage 3 in the UK) or Cambridge Secondary 1 uses the framework from CIE targeted at secondary age students. It is followed by the Cambridge IGCSEs from Year 10.

The Cambridge Secondary 1 curriculum only covers the subjects of English, Mathematics and Science. It consists of subject content, planning and resource guides, guidance for curriculum implementation and development, and support for classroom teaching and student learning. As a programme developed with consistent standards that are externally benchmarked across thousands of students, it enables reliable structured reporting to parents about the performance of their children, which has validity beyond the school. It also enables the school to ensure that students

are properly prepared for the demands of the IGCSE courses in these subjects.

CIE also provides two types of tests for use during Secondary 1; at the end of a stage (school year) and at the end of the programme (end of Year 9): Cambridge Secondary 1 Progression Tests and Cambridge Checkpoint.

Cambridge Secondary 1 has its roots in the British National Curriculum. Each subject area has a separate curriculum framework presenting the learning objectives for each stage of Cambridge Secondary 1. This is designed specifically for an international audience. It provides a clear structure for planning each stage as well as a description of the expectations for learners as they progress through the stages of

Taken in over 110countries worldwide

Over 1500 schoolsaround the world teach it

More than 66000entries each year forCambridge Checkpoint

Secure online support and performance analysistools

Provides internationalbenchmarks for learner performance

Age 11-14

Cambridge Secondary 1.

Other subjects taught in Years 7 to 9 are derived from the British National Curriculum (with suitable adaptions to reflect our international nature) or in the case Russian for natives, from their own national curricula. Russian as a foreign language has our own school developed curriculum. Included amongst the subjects across these three years are Geography, History, Music, Art and Design, Physical Education, ICT (Information and Communication Technology) and Spanish as a foreign language

Optional access to the Russian State Curriculum is provided via home schooling with periodic school assessments and some school assistance in the form of family education.


CIS Lower Secondary - Lessons per week*CIS Lower Secondary Curriculum

Duration min.

Number of lessonsYear 7 - 9

English 40 7Mathematics 40 7

Science 40 3History & Geography 40 3

Spanish Language 40 3PE 40 2

Music 40 1ICT 40 2

Russian Language or ESL 40 7Total - 35

* Duration and quantity of lessons may vary.

Cambridge Checkpoint tests:• Are valued and accepted throughout the world for their

high standards of assessment. • Provide a good indication of Cambridge IGCSE results. • Were created with an international audience in mind

so that they are suitable for students of all cultural and language backgrounds.


Cambridge Secondary 1 ResourcesCambridge Checkpoint is a new series of resources based on the new Cambridge Secondary 1 curriculum frameworks covering three years of study in Stages 7–9 (typically ages 11–14). Written by experienced authors, Cambridge Checkpoint provides carefully crafted Coursebooks to support the Cambridge Secondary 1 programme in Science, Mathematics and English. Each Coursebook is accompanied by a Workbook or Practice Book and Teacher’s Resource CD-ROM.

Cambridge Checkpoint

MathematicsCoursebook Practice Book

Year 7 978-1-107-64111-2 978-1-107-69540-5Year 8 978-1-107-69787-4 978-1-107-66599-6Year 9 978-1-107-66801-0 978-1-107-69899-4

CambridgeCheckpoint

ScienceCoursebook Workbook

Year 7 978-1-107-61333-1 978-1-107-62285-2Year 8 978-1-107-65935-3 978-1-107-67961-0Year 9 978-1-107-62606-5 978-1-107-69574-0

CambridgeCheckpoint

EnglishCoursebook Workbook

Year 7 978-1-107-67023-5 978-1-107-64781-7Year 8 978-1-107-69099-8 978-1-107-66315-2Year 9 978-1-107-66748-8 978-1-107-65730-4

Cambridge Global English

Coursebook with Audio CD Workbook

Year 7 978-1-107-67807-1 978-1-107-64372-7Year 8 978-1-107-61942-5 978-1-107-65771-7



IGCSE is a two year programme leading to externally set, marked and certificated examinations from the University of Cambridge. It is a unique UK government endorsed programme provided to thousands of schools around the world.


CIS Upper Secondary (IGCSE) Year 10 and 11

IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) is a two year course designed for 14 to 16 year olds. IGCSEs are known for developing vital educational knowledge, understanding and skills. They are established qualifications that keep pace with educational developments and trends and so are an ideal foundation for higher level courses such as AS and A Levels and the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Recognised throughout the world, by academic institutes and employers, they are a mark of quality and evidence of real ability. Students typically sit seven to nine subjects in one session at the end of Year 11.

Our students are offered around 7 Cambridge IGCSE examination subjects. These include the core ones of English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Three or four other subjects might be taken from Geography, History, Spanish, Russian, Business Studies, ICT (Information and Communication Technology), Additional Mathematics and perhaps a self-study first language. Exactly what is available in a particular year will depend upon a number of factors. What is ensured is suitability for our students and the

key curriculum factors of breadth and balance.

IGCSE is taken in over 100 countries by an annual candidate entry of more than 250,000. Grade C in IGCSE English (either First Language or Additional Language) satisfies the English proficiency requirements of many universities in the UK and other Anglophone countries.

History of IGCSEIn England, beginning in 1951, a two-tier examination system was established, originally as GCE at Ordinary Level (O Levels for 16

year olds) and Advanced Level (A Levels for 18 year olds). In 1988, O Levels were replaced by the GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education). At the same time, Cambridge agreed to make special provision for the growing number of international schools that were being established throughout the world in order to cater for children of diplomats and the increasingly mobile workforce of international corporations. This was based on the GCSE and named the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), the courses we offer today.

The world’s most popular international qualification for14 to 16 year olds

Over 650 000entries each year from over 140 countries

Over 4000 schoolsmade entries in 2013-2014 including 1500 inthe UK

Choice of subjects, including languages

Age 14-16


Cambridge English Language and Literature

Cambridge IGCSE English syllabuses are available for learners whose first language is English and for those with good English skills, but who are not native speakers. The syllabuses develop the ability to communicate clearly, accurately and effectively in both speech and writing, for study and employment.

• English – First Language • English – Second Language

Cambridge Languages

Cambridge offers a wide range of language syllabuses, including First, Second and Foreign Language options. Learners are encouraged to enjoy and appreciate the variety of language, and to understand and respond appropriately to what they read and hear.

First Language: Russian

Foreign Language: Spanish

Cambridge Mathematics

An essential subject for all learners, Cambridge IGCSE mathematics syllabuses encourage the development of mathematical knowledge as a key life skill, and as a basis for more advanced study.

• Mathematics

Cambridge Humanities and Social Sciences

The study of Cambridge IGCSE humanities and social sciences subjects enables learners to gain a deeper insight into the different communities and cultures that exist around the world.

• Geography• History

Cambridge Science

Students learn how science is studied and practised, and become aware that the results of scientific research can have both positive and negative effects on individuals, communities and the environment.

• Biology • Chemistry• Physics

Cambridge Business, Technical and Vocational

These Cambridge IGCSE subjects introduce learners to the theory and concepts that underpin the subjects as well as providing a good opportunity to engage with the subject practically. The syllabuses provide both a solid foundation for further study at Cambridge International A Level, and an ideal preparation for the world of work and other studies.

• Art and Design• Business Studies • Information and Communication• Music

Cambridge IGCSE subjectsRegularly updated and extended, Cambridge IGCSE provides you with a wide range of well-resourced and supported courses. At CIS we offer:

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Cambridge IGCSE ResourcesCambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international curriculum for 14-16 year olds, leading to globally recognised and valued Cambridge IGCSE qualifications.

Schools worldwide have helped develop Cambridge IGCSE, which provides excellent preparation for the Cambridge Advanced stage including Cambridge International AS and A Levels and Cambridge Pre-U, as well as other progression routes. It incorporates the best in international education for learners at this level. It develops in line with changing needs, and is regularly updated and extended. Cambridge IGCSE teachers can draw on excellent resources, training and advice from subject experts.

Cambridge IGCSE encourages learner-centred and enquiry-based approaches to learning. It develops learners’ skills in creative thinking, enquiry and problem solving, giving learners excellent preparation for the next stage in their education. Schools can build a core curriculum, extend it to suit their learners and introduce cross-curricular perspectives. Clearly defined learning outcomes and content mean Cambridge IGCSE is compatible with other curricula and is internationally relevant and sensitive to different needs and cultures.

Cambridge IGCSE Coursebook with CD-ROM Workbooks

Biology 978-1-107-61479-6 978-1-107-61493-2Chemistry 978-1-107-61503-8 978-1-107-61499-4

Physics 978-1-107-61458-1 978-1-107-61488-8

Cambridge IGCSE ISBN number

An Introduction to English as a Second Language + CD-ROM

978-1-107-68698-4

Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language + CD-ROM

978-1-107-66962-8

Cambridge IGCSEMathematics

Coursebook with CD-ROM Practice Book

Core and Extended 978-1-107-60627-2 -Core Mathematics 978-0-521-72792-1 978-1-107-60988-4

Extended Mathematics

978-0-521-18603-2 978-1-107-67272-7

Cambridge IGCSE Coursebook with CD-ROM

ICT 978-0-521-17911-9Computer Studies 978-0-521-17063-5Business Studies 978-1-107-68025-8

20th Century History 978-1-107-68095-1Geography 978-0-521-75784-3



AS & A Level is the ‘gold standard’ of Cambridge qualifications. It is accepted as an entry qualification by universities of the European Union and elsewhere around the world.


CIS Advanced (AS & A level) Year 12 and 13

A Level examinations are usually taken after 13 years of education and are based on approximately 360 hours of guided learning per subject, normally over a two year period. A Levels are highly specialised and a student will normally take three subjects, although exceptional students will occasionally take four or five.

Cambridge International A Levels are taken throughout the world, sometimes as the national examinations of certain countries (such as Singapore and Mauritius), sometimes within international schools and sometimes in bi-lingual government schools alongside national exams.

There are six passing grades (A* – E). Typical UK university entrance requirements are above three passes at grade C for academic courses in established universities. Very popular courses will often require higher grades.

For example, medical schools in the UK often require grades of AAB and the highly selective universities of Cambridge and Oxford ask for at least AAA. Good A Level grades can also be a key to admission for all the world’s major universities. University course credit and advanced standing is often available in countries such as the USA and Canada, where

entrance to university takes place after 12 years of education. Good grades in carefully chosen A Level subjects can result in up to one full year of credit.

An AS/A Level Recognition Search is available from the CIE website at www.recognition.cie.org.uk. There you will find up-to-date information on universities that recognise Cambridge International AS and A Levels for entry to undergraduate programmes. It also includes details of advanced credit offered.

The subject content of each of the A Level syllabuses has been subdivided into two parts: the AS syllabus content which is expected to be covered in the first half of the course, and part two of the syllabus which is commonly referred to as ‘A2’. This flexible approach enables students to choose from three options:

Taking all A Level components in

the same examination session at the end of a course of study, usually at the end of the second year (Year 13)

Following a staged assessment to an A Level by taking the AS qualification in one examination session, and the A2 assessment in a subsequent session.

NOTE: The A2 examination cannot be taken as a standalone qualification.

Taking the AS qualification only – either at the end of a one-year or two-year course.

AS Level may be taken as a freestanding qualification and is accepted in all UK universities. It carries half the weight of an A Level so, for example, students may be admitted with suitable grades in two A Levels and two AS Levels. Details of the tariff operated by the UK Universities are given on the UCAS website www.ucas.com.

Recognised by universities around the world including all UK universities and over 450 US universities community

Taken by learners in more than 130 countries

Over 400 000 entriesannually

Choice of different subjects

Age 16-18


Cambridge English Language and Literature

Cambridge International AS Level English Language is for learners who can already communicate effectively in English. The syllabus develops learners’ ability to write clearly and persuasively using different styles and registers, and to analyse a variety of complex texts in different forms and styles.

Learners choosing Cambridge International AS and A Level Literature in English will critically analyse a range of texts in the three main forms: prose, poetry and drama, from a wide range of different periods and cultures.

Cambridge International AS Level

• Language and Literature in English

Cambridge International AS and A Level

• English – Literature• English – Language

Cambridge Mathematics

Cambridge International AS and A Level Mathematics builds on the skills acquired at Cambridge IGCSE or equivalent level. The syllabus gives you the flexibility to choose from three different routes to Cambridge International AS Level Mathematics: Pure Mathematics only, or Pure Mathematics and Mechanics, or Pure Mathematics and Probability and Statistics. You can choose from three different routes to Cambridge International

A Level Mathematics (depending on the choice of Mechanics, or Probability and Statistics), or both, in the broad area of ‘applications’.


• MathematicsCambridge International A Level

• Further Mathematics

Cambridge Sciences

Biology, Chemistry and Physics are available at Cambridge International AS and A Level. They focus on the understanding of concepts and the application of scientific ideas in novel contexts. The syllabuses develop creative thinking and problem-solving skills which are transferable to any future career path. They are ideal for learners who want to study Biology, Chemistry or Physics or related subjects at university, or to follow a career in science or medicine.


• Biology• Chemistry• Physics

Cambridge International AS and A Level subjectsRegularly updated and extended, Cambridge International AS and A Level subjects provide you with a wide range of well-resourced and supported courses. At CIS we offer:

For more information visit www.cie.org.uk


Cambridge Humanities and Social Sciences

Humanities and Social Sciences enable learners to develop a deeper insight and wider perspective on social issues and cultures around the globe.


• Economics• Geography• History• Bussiness Studies

Cambridge Business, Technical and Vocational

Business, technical and vocational subjects prepare learners for the world of work, and provide a foundation for university by building on the understanding of concepts and practical skills gained at Cambridge IGCSE or equivalent level.


• Applied Information and Communication Technology• Art and Design • Music

AssessmentOur learners can choose from a range of assessment options:

Option oneTake the Cambridge International AS Level only. The Cambridge International AS Level syllabus content is half a Cambridge International A Level.

Option twoTake a ‘staged’ assessment route – take the Cambridge International AS Level in one examination session and complete the final Cambridge International A Level at a subsequent session.

Option threeTake all papers of the Cambridge International A Level course in the same examination session, usually at the end of the course.

Cambridge AS & A level are recognised by top universities around the world, such as Harvard, Yale, MIT, Cambridge, Oxford, including all UK universities and over 450 US university communities.


Cambridge International AS and A Level ResourcesCambridge International AS and A Levels are internationally benchmarked qualifications providing excellent preparation for university education. They are part of the Cambridge Advanced stage.

Schools and learners find Cambridge International AS and A Levels very flexible. Learners have the freedom to select the subjects that are right for them – they either follow a broad course of study, or specialise in a particular area.

Cambridge International AS and A Level syllabuses have been created specifically for an international audience. The content of International AS and A Levels is carefully devised to suit the wide variety of Cambridge schools worldwide and avoid any cultural bias. The structure and administration of Cambridge International AS and A Levels are also designed to meet the needs of Cambridge schools and learners around the world.

CambridgeAS & A level

Coursebook with CD-ROM Interactive eBook

Biology 978-1-107-63682-8 978-1-107-70045-1Chemistry 978-1-107-63845-7 978-1-107-77365-3

Physics 978-1-107-69769-0 978-1-107-85299-0


Coursebook and online resources Interactive eBook

English Literature 978-1-107-64496-0 978-1-107-69612-9English Language 978-1-107-66227-8 978-1-107-69771-3

Cambridge AdvancedLevel Mathematics Coursebook

Mechanics 1 978-0-521-53015-6Mechanics 2 978-0-521-53016-3

Pure Mathematics 1 978-0-521-53011-8Pure Mathematics 2 & 3 978-0-521-53012-5

Statistics 1 978-0-521-53013-2Statistics 2 978-0-521-53014-9


Coursebook with CD-ROM Interactive eBook

Business 978-1-107-67736-4 978-1-107-69612-9Economics 978-1-107-67730-2

Applied ICT 978-0-521-18662-9 -

CambridgeAS & A level History

Coursebook with CD-ROM

International History 1871–1945 978-1-107-61323-2History of the USA 1840–1941 978-1-107-67960-3European History 1789–1917 978-1-107-61324-9


A–Z of terms

AssessmentThe method used to evaluate a candidate’s performance, for example, written examination, coursework.

Cambridge ICT Starters

Information and Communications Technology, typically aged 5 to 14 years. It introduces learners to the key ICT applications they need to achieve computer literacy and to understand the impact of technology on our daily lives.

Cambridge IGCSECambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education. The international version of the GCSE – GCSEs are national qualifications usually taken by students at around age 16 in England.


The international version of the AS/A Level. The AS/A Level is a national qualification usually taken at age 16 to 18. They are part of the Cambridge Advanced stage.

Cambridge Secondary 1 The educational programme from CIE targeted at students aged 11-14.

CIE

Cambridge International Examinations, the world’s largest provider of international qualifications for 5–18 year olds. CIE is part of the Cambridge Assessment Group. Cambridge Assessment is the brand name of the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES).

CISCambridge International School, an international school using English Language as a medium of instruction with a curriculum from the CIE for children aged from 2 to 18 years old.

EYFSEarly Years Foundation Stage. Educational programme for children aged from 2 to 5.

Russian State CurriculumA curriculum recognised by Russian Ministry of Education which is mandatory for Russian citizens. CIS offers optional access to Russian State Curriculum.

SyllabusA complete description of the content, assessment arrangements and performance requirements for a qualification. A course leading to an award or certificate is based on a subject syllabus.

UCASUniversity and Colleges Admissions Service for candidates applying to UK universities.

UCLESUniversity of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate, a department of the University of Cambridge.


ADMISSION DEPARTMENT CONTACTS:Tel.: +7 495 255 22 49 Email: [email protected]: www.cisrussia.ru

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Documents

Cis Curriculum Handbook