Class of 2017 and beyond:
The Cambridge AICE Diploma is a group certificate which requires learners to study a compulsory core subject, Cambridge AS Level Global Perspectives & Research, with Cambridge AS and A Level subjects drawn from three curriculum areas: Mathematics and Science (Group 1), Languages (Group 2), and Arts and Humanities (Group 3). There is the option to study interdisciplinary and skills-based subjects (Group 4).
To achieve the Cambridge AICE Diploma, learners must achieve a minimum of seven credits (including Cambridge International AS Level Global Perspectives & Research) from subject groups 1, 2, and 3 (and optionally Group 4) to be awarded the Diploma. Learners must achieve at least one credit from each of Groups 1, 2 and 3.The remaining credits can come from any of the groups. A maximum of two credits can count from Group 4. A Cambridge International AS Level is awarded one credit, and a Cambridge International A Level is awarded two credits.
2016 Cambridge AICE Courses (with examinations) by Cambridge Diploma Subject Area:
Biology |
English Language |
Art & Design |
English General Paper |
Chemistry |
Spanish Language |
Classical Studies |
Thinking Skills |
Design & Technology |
Divinity |
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Environmental Management* |
Economics |
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Marine Science |
Environmental Management* |
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Mathematics |
History (European & United States) |
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Physics |
Literature in English |
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Psychology* |
Psychology* |
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Sociology
Spanish Literature |
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Travel & Tourism |
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* Can count in either the Group 1: Mathematics & Sciences or Group 3: Arts & Humanities based on what best helps the student earn the Cambridge AICE Diploma.
Cambridge International AS & A Level examination series occur twice a year, in June and November, with results issued in August and at the end of January respectively.
Cambridge International A Level uses a wide range of assessment processes and techniques to supplement formal written examinations – orals, practicals, projects and coursework of various types are all used in various subjects where they are the most effective and appropriate means of measuring attainment.
Cambridge International A Level subjects are graded from A* to E. Cambridge International AS Level subjects are graded a to e. There is no A* grade awarded at Cambridge International AS Level. The Cambridge AICE Diploma is awarded on a points system, so each grade is converted to a number of points as shown in the table below. Grade A* is awarded 140 points, however the maximum number of Cambridge AICE Diploma points is capped at 420.
Two credits study (A Levels) |
One credit study (AS Levels) |
A* |
140 |
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A |
120 |
a |
60 |
B |
100 |
b |
50 |
C |
80 |
c |
40 |
D |
60 |
d |
30 |
E |
40 |
e |
20 |
Learners who meet the requirements of the group award will receive a Cambridge AICE Diploma at one of three levels: Pass, Merit or Distinction. The level awarded is based on the overall Cambridge AICE Diploma score.
Cambridge AICE Diploma with Distinction: awarded to students with a score of 360 points or above. The maximum Diploma score is 420 points.
Cambridge AICE Diploma with Merit: awarded to students with between 250 and 359 points.
Cambridge AICE Diploma at Pass level: awarded to students with between 140 and 249 points.
Learners who do not meet the requirements of the group award will receive certificates for their individual subjects.