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Cambridge Advanced

Cambridge International AS & A Level — in-depth, globally recognised qualifications for ages 16 to 19, opening doors to over 2,200 universities worldwide including all UK universities and nearly 1,000 US universities.

50+ Subjects AS & A Level
Age 16 – 19 Advanced Stage
Cambridge Advanced students at JPIC
Cambridge Pathway
Stage 5 · Advanced
About the Programme

The Gold Standard of International Education

Cambridge International AS & A Level is the most widely recognised pre-university qualification in the world. Developed in consultation with leading universities including Cambridge, Harvard and MIT, it helps students develop deep subject knowledge, conceptual understanding and the higher-order thinking skills that universities value most.

At JPIC, our Advanced programme is the culmination of the Cambridge Pathway — where students specialise, excel and prepare for university and beyond. With more than 50 subjects to choose from, every student can build an academic profile that reflects their strengths and ambitions, giving them the confidence and credentials to succeed anywhere in the world.

Why Cambridge Advanced

1
Globally Recognised
Valued by over 2,200 universities and colleges worldwide, including all UK universities and nearly 1,000 US universities, Cambridge Advanced opens doors everywhere.
2
University-Consulted
Syllabuses are developed with leading universities including Cambridge, Harvard and MIT to ensure students are genuinely prepared for higher education.
3
Deep Subject Knowledge
In-depth study develops the conceptual understanding and higher-order thinking skills that top universities value and that make students stand out.
4
Flexible Specialisation
Students can choose to specialise deeply in 2–3 subjects or study a broader range — over 50 subjects available across all disciplines.
Qualifications

Three Routes to International Recognition

Cambridge Advanced gives students flexibility in depth and breadth — from specialised A Levels to the AICE group diploma and the independent Cambridge IPQ.

Cambridge International AS & A Level

Over 50 subjects across English, Languages, Mathematics, Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences and Creative & Professional fields. Students specialise in 2–3 subjects for depth, or take a broader range. Graded A*–E (A Level) and A–E (AS Level), with exams at the end of the course.

Cambridge AICE Diploma

A group award requiring study across at least three Cambridge subject groups plus Cambridge Global Perspectives & Research. The AICE Diploma demonstrates academic breadth, balance and excellence — highly regarded by universities in the US, UK and worldwide.

Cambridge IPQ

A standalone qualification taken alongside AS & A Level. Students complete a 5,000-word research project on a topic of their own choice — graded A*–E. The Cambridge IPQ develops research, reflection, communication and higher-order thinking skills, and helps students stand out in university applications.

2,200+
Universities worldwide
100%
UK universities
~1,000
US universities
Assessment

Three Ways to Take Your A Level

Cambridge Advanced offers three flexible assessment routes, giving students and schools the choice of how to structure the programme — with all exams taken at the end of the course.

01 · AS Level Only
Students take Cambridge International AS Level only. The syllabus content is half a Cambridge International A Level. This option typically takes one year and earns a standalone AS qualification.
02 · Two-Stage Route
Students take Cambridge International AS Level in one exam series and Cambridge International A Level in a later series. This staged route typically takes two years and allows students to bank their AS results.
03 · Full A Level
Students take all papers for Cambridge International A Level in the same exam series, usually at the end of a two-year course. This is the most common route at JPIC.
04 · Linear Assessment
All examinations take place at the end of the course, giving learners more time to develop a deeper understanding of their subjects before being assessed.
Cambridge Advanced assessment at JPIC
At JPIC

Supporting Every Student to Reach Their Best

Our Advanced programme gives students the academic depth, examination skills and university preparation needed to thrive at the world's top institutions.

Teaching & Exam Support

Syllabuses, teacher guides, schemes of work, endorsed textbooks, Resource Plus, learner guides, past papers, mark schemes and examiner reports — everything needed for outstanding A Level teaching and confident exam preparation.

University Preparation

Cambridge AICE Diploma and Cambridge IPQ help students build a distinctive university application. Cambridge qualifications are recognised by over 2,200 universities worldwide, including all UK universities and nearly 1,000 US universities.

Professional Development

Syllabus-specific professional development — face-to-face, virtual and online — ensures our teachers stay at the forefront of Cambridge A Level pedagogy and assessment practice.

The Cambridge Pathway at JPIC
1
Early Years
Age 3–6
2
Primary
Age 5–11
3
Lower Secondary
Age 11–14
4
Upper Secondary
Age 14–16
5
Advanced
Age 16–19
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Age 14 – 16
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Open Doors to the World's Best Universities

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