IGCSE Schools in UAE: Which Subjects Does Each School Offer? Parent Guide 2026
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IGCSE Schools in UAE: Which Subjects Does Each School Offer? Parent Guide 2026

Tutopiya Team Educational Expert
• 12 min read

Parents choosing an international school in the UAE often want to know: which IGCSE subjects does each school offer? This guide helps you compare IGCSE subject offerings at popular schools in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah so you can make an informed choice.

Important: Subject lists change annually. Schools may add or remove subjects based on demand, staffing, and timetabling. Always confirm current offerings with the school before enrolling.

Dubai — IGCSE Schools and Subject Offerings

British International School Abu Dhabi (BISAD) — Abu Dhabi

Also serves Dubai families; Cambridge curriculum

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic, Latin, German
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies, Global Perspectives
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama, Media Studies
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total24+ options

Brighton College Abu Dhabi

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic, Latin
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies, Global Perspectives
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama, Media Studies
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total23+ options

Brighton College Dubai

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic, Latin
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies, Religious Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama, Media Studies
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total22+ options

Dubai College

Cambridge IGCSE; Al Sufouh, Dubai

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesArabic, French, Spanish, German
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total20+ options

Dubai English Speaking College (DESC)

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total20+ options

GEMS Modern Academy Dubai

Edexcel IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesArabic, French, Spanish
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
AdditionalPsychology, Sociology, Media Studies
Total25+ options

GEMS Wellington International School

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total20+ options

Horizon International School Dubai

Edexcel IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesArabic, French, Spanish
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
AdditionalPsychology, Sociology
Total22+ options

King’s School Dubai

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic, Latin, German
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama, Media Studies
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total24+ options

Raffles International School Dubai

Cambridge IGCSE; Singapore curriculum blend

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesMandarin Chinese, Arabic
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total18+ options

Singapore International School Dubai

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, Mathematics, Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
LanguagesMandarin Chinese, Arabic, English Literature
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies, Global Perspectives
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total20+ options

Wellington International School Dubai

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total20+ options

Abu Dhabi — IGCSE Schools and Subject Offerings

See British International School Abu Dhabi and Brighton College Abu Dhabi in the Dubai section above — both are in Abu Dhabi.

Repton School Abu Dhabi

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic, Latin
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total20+ options

Sharjah — IGCSE Schools and Subject Offerings

Victoria International School Sharjah

Cambridge IGCSE

CategorySubjects Offered
CoreEnglish Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Sciences
LanguagesFrench, Spanish, Arabic
HumanitiesHistory, Geography, Economics, Business Studies
ArtsArt & Design, Music, Drama
TechnologyComputer Science, Design Technology
Total20+ options

The following schools also offer IGCSE; contact them directly for current subject lists:

  • Cranleigh Abu Dhabi
  • Jumeirah College (Dubai)
  • The British School Al Khubairat (BSAK) (Abu Dhabi)
  • Aldar Academies (various campuses)
  • Al Yasmina School (Abu Dhabi)
  • Cambridge International School Dubai
  • Diyafah International School (Dubai) — typically 25+ subjects
  • GEMS Cambridge International School Abu Dhabi

How to Use This Guide

  1. Identify schools in your preferred emirate and fee range.
  2. Check subject fit — Does the school offer the subjects your child needs for university or career goals?
  3. Verify with the school — Request the current IGCSE subject booklet or curriculum handbook. Subject availability can change year to year.
  4. Ask about blocks — Some schools timetable subjects in blocks; not all combinations may be possible.
  5. Consider exam board — Cambridge vs Edexcel — both are recognised; ensure resources and tutors match the board.

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