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Popularity of Cambridge Qualifications continues to Grow:

Cambridge qualifications are more popular than ever before, following a rise in examination entries this year in South Africa and around the world.

Entries for Cambridge AS and A Level examinations in South Africa increased by 5% in 2015/16 compared to the year before. In addition entries for Cambridge Primary Checkpoint rose by 24% in 2015/16 compared to 2014/15.

There are also more Cambridge Schools in South Africa teaching Cambridge programmes and qualifications than ever before – almost 100 Cambridge schools in the country.

Cambridge International Examinations (www.CIE.org.uk), part of the University of Cambridge, provides qualifications to over 10,000 schools worldwide in more than 160 countries. Globally there has been 10% growth in entries across all Cambridge qualifications this year, including 11% growth in entries for Cambridge International A Levels and 8% for Cambridge IGCSEs. 

The most popular Cambridge AS and A Levels in South Africa are: English Language and Mathematics.

Juan Visser, Regional Director for Sub-Saharan Africa, Cambridge International Examinations, said:

“I’d like to congratulate all students and their teachers for all of the hard work that went into their exams this year. These learners are well placed to embark on the next stage of their lives. We are delighted that our community of Cambridge schools in South Africa continues to grow; this is in no small part due to the excellent results delivered each year by our schools.”

Distributed by APO on behalf of Cambridge International Examinations.

Media Contacts:
Lisa Wright
International Communications Manager
Cambridge International Examinations 
T: +44 (0) 1223 558433
Wright.l@cie.org.uk  

About Cambridge International Examinations:
Cambridge International Examinations (www.CIE.org.uk) prepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning. We are part of Cambridge Assessment, a department of the University of Cambridge.
Our international qualifications are recognised by the world’s best universities and employers, giving students a wide range of options in their education and career. As a not-for-profit organisation, we devote our resources to delivering high-quality educational programmes that can unlock learners’ potential. Every year, nearly a million Cambridge learners from 10, 000 schools in 160 countries prepare for their future with an international education from Cambridge. 
 
Learn more! Visit www.CIE.org.uk

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