Cambridge AS/A Levels Course Outline
Cambridge International AS is a course that typically lasts one year, while the International A Level lasts two years. In this program, students develop a deep knowledge of the subjects they study, as well as essential skills such as critical thinking.
LIS integrates AS Level programme into its curriculum offering in Forms 11 and 12 of Upper Secondary Education, as a two-year programme.
The Cambridge International A Level program at LIS is a two-year program too, taught in the Forms 11 and 12. During this program, students will study four subjects. Each subject will follow the guidelines of Cambridge Assessment International Education and will have a two-year teaching load.
AICE Diploma
Students also have the opportunity to complete the Cambridge AICE Diploma, which consists of AS & A Level subjects. This diploma is a certificate that requires students to study one compulsory subject, Cambridge International AS Level Global Perspectives & Research, in addition to other Cambridge International AS & A Level subjects drawn from three curriculum areas: Mathematics and Sciences (Group 1), Languages (Group 2), and Arts and Humanities (Group 3). There is also the option to study interdisciplinary subjects (Group 4).
Mock Exams
Students will undergo exam simulations in two different phases: in January of the 11th Grade (Form 11) and in January of the 12th Grade (Form 12).
The purpose of these exams is to familiarise students with examination procedures and regulations as well as to help them assess their own knowledge and, as a result, build an effective study plan.
Past AS & A Level exam papers will be used, and grades will be assigned according to the grading criteria of this qualification.
AS/A Level Examinations
Students will take the final exams at the end of the AS & A Level courses. The exam papers will be prepared by Cambridge Assessment International Education, and the school will only administer the exams. All the papers will then be sent to the examiners at Cambridge Assessment International Education for grading.
The final results of the AS & A Level program will be communicated to the students in August of the year of the final exam, on a date specified by Cambridge Assessment International Education.
Portuguese Equivalences
The granting of equivalence to the 12th grade of the Portuguese Education System depends on:
The attainment of a minimum of three AS Level subjects (Form 11), and
The AICE Diploma or three A Level subjects (Form 12) from the General Certificate of Education – GCE A Level.
AS &
A-levels
Form 11 - 12
by Cambridge Assessment International Education
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At LIS we offer the AICE diploma, a group award diploma of Cambridge University.
To meet the requirements of the Diploma, students must enroll in at least seven credits, with the subject of Global Perspectives & Research (AS-Level) being compulsory. The remaining six credits are chosen from the following subject groups:
Group 1: Mathematics and Sciences;
Group 2: Languages;
Group 3: Arts and Humanities;
Group 4: Interdisciplinary Subjects (optional)
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Some universities around the world will require students to have 3 A -Levels. At LIS students are able to do it.
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Group 0: Cambridge Global Perspectives (compulsory)
Global Perspetives & Research
Group 1: Mathematics and Sciences
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science*
Environmental Management
Mathematics
Physics
Information Technology
Group 2: Languages
English Language
Portuguese
Spanish Language
French Language
Group 3: Arts and Humanities
Art and Design
Economics
Business*
Geography
History
Literature in English*
Environmental Management
Group 4: Interdisciplinary Subjects
English General Paper
Thinking Skills
*Available if more than 7 students
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As a Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) Center, LIS offers the possibility to write examinations in all subjects in two distinct sessions: October/November and May/June.
For more information regarding dates and times of examinations please check the CIE website.
FAQ’s
Time for questions.
