Alma Mater International School Subjects Offered 2024-2025

Alma Mater International School Subjects Offered 2024-2025

Alma Mater International School Subjects Offered – see the list of courses offered at Alma Mater International School.

Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9 and 10) is typically for learners aged 14 -16 years. Cambridge IGCSE is a globally recognised qualification and provides excellent progression to the next stage of Cambridge International Education – Cambridge Advanced (Grades 11-12) for 16-19 years.
Cambridge Advanced helps learners to develop deep understanding and independent learning and critical thinking skills which universities value highly. It builds on the foundations of IGCSEs and leads to entry to universities worldwide.
Cambridge Advanced includes Cambridge International AS and A Level (Grades 11 and 12); both focus on equipping learners with skills they need to succeed at university, and as such, are recognised by universities and employers worldwide.

Option 1 (One Year A Level Course)

A Levels are recognised worldwide as the premier university entrance qualification. A Level students can expect to be treated as befits their maturity and status. They will need a high measure of self-discipline to plan and execute effective work schedules.

Duration: One year

Subjects (Choose any three): English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Computer Sciences, Art and Design.

Entrance requirements:

1. Ages between 17 and 19.
2. IEB, NSC applicants a Matric with Exemption.  With a minmum of a “B” symbol in the subject the applicant wants to prusue on A level.
3. IGCSE applicants are required to have obtained a “B” symbol in the subject they want to pursue on A Level.
4. AS Level applicats are required to have obtained a minimum of “C” symbol in the subject they want to pursue on A Level.

Option 2 (Two Year A Level Course)
Although completed in the Grade 12 year, it is essentially a Post Matric qualification. The A Level experience at Alma Mater is a challenging one that places special emphasis on the development of responsibility, self-discipline and independence.

Duration: Two years

Subjects (chooce a minimum of two and a maximum of three): All subjects available in our subject choice form.

Entrance requirements:

1. Ages between 16 and 18.
2. IEB applicants Grade 10 with a minimum of six subjects: Subjects to be done on A Level must be “A” symbols. Remaining subjects a minimum of a “B” symbol.
3. CAPS (National Curriculum) applicants Grade 10 with a minimum of six subjects: Subjects to be done on A Level must be “A” symbols. Remaining subjects a minimum of a “B” symbol.
4. IGCSE applicants with a minimum of six subjects: Applicants are required to have obtained an “A” or “B” symbol in the subject they want to pursue on A Level. Remaining subjects a minimum of a “C” symbol.
5. A1 examninations can only be written in May/June of the A2 year.

Option 3 (Two Year AS Level Course)
Completed at the end of the Grade 12 year, it is an international qualification accepted by Higher Education South Africa and by local universities. Many foreign universities also accept AS Levels. It is equivalent to the NSC Matric with Exemption.

Duration: Two years

Subjects (Choose a minimum of six): English, Afrikaans, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Accounting, Design and Technology, Art and Design, Business Studies, Economics, Computer Science and Geography.

Entrance requirements:

1. Ages between 16 and 17.
2. IEB applicants Grade 10 with a minimum of six subjects: Subjects to be done on AS Level must be “A” or “B” symbols. Remaining subjects a minimum of a “B” symbol.
3. CAPS (National Curriculum) applicants Grade 10 with a minimum of six subjects: Subjects to be done on AS Level must be “A” or “B” symbols. Remaining subjects a minimum of a “B” symbol.
4. IGCSE applicants with a minimum of six subjects: Applicants are required to have obtained a “C” symbol in the subject they want to pursue on AS Level. Remaining subjects a minimum of a “C” symbol.