What is the grading scale for IGCSE?

What is the grading scale for IGCSE?

Cambridge IGCSE is graded A*–G, Cambridge O Level is graded A*–E. Both grade sets are well established, widely-used systems that universities, parents and schools know and trust. In August 2017, some GCSE results in England will be reported on a different, 9–1 grading scale. On this scale, 9 is the top grade.

What are the GCSE grades equivalent to?

What are the old equivalents of new GCSE grades?

1. 1 = Lower F or G.
2. 2 = Lower E or high F.
3. 3 = D or high E.
4. 4 = Lower C grade.
5. 5 = Lower B or high C.
6. 6 = High B grade.
7. 7 = Lower A grade.
8. 8 = Lower A* or high A.

What is harder IGCSE or GCSE?

The key difference between both courses is the lack of rigorous coursework in the GCSE qualification. IGCSEs were made for international pupils and so they lack the intensive coursework that is found in many GCSE subjects. Resitting an IGCSE course is generally found to be more difficult than resitting a GCSE course.

Are IGCSE difficult?

Is IGCSE harder than GCSE? IGCSE qualifications have traditionally been perceived by some people as “harder” than GCSEs because the final results were solely based on the end-of-course examinations, rather than offering the opportunity for students to complete coursework to contribute towards their final grades.

Which is harder IGCSE or GCSE?

Which is the best grading system for Cambridge IGCSE?

Cambridge IGCSEs are graded A*-G around the world. This grading system is well understood by students, parents and teachers, and is widely recognised by universities internationally. For more information about the A*-G grading system, see Support for A*-G grading. The majority of our schools tell us that they want to retain the A*-G grading system.

When did the grading system change for GCSE?

When the GCSE grading system had an overhaul in 2017, it changed grades from letters to numbers. Phased in over four years, all subjects now come under this system.

Why are there three grades in the GCSE system?

Three number grades, 9, 8 and 7, correspond to the old-style top grades of A* and A – this is designed to give more differentiation at the top end. When the numerical grading system was introduced, Ofqual said fewer grade 9s would be awarded than A*s and that anyone who gets a 9 will have “performed exceptionally”.

How are grades calculated for IGCSE Stage 4?

How Grades Are Calculated Grade Percentage Uniform Mark Range A* 90-100 A 80-89 B 70-79 C 60-69