IGCSE and University Recognition Worldwide

Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel International GCSE are widely recognised by universities in the UK, US, and internationally. They are often used as evidence of secondary-level achievement alongside A-Levels or equivalent.

UK Universities

• IGCSE is accepted as equivalent to GCSE for entry requirements (e.g. “5 GCSEs at 4/C or above” may be expressed as IGCSE grades).
• English and Maths at C/4 or above (or equivalent) are commonly required.
• A-Level (or equivalent) usually matters more for degree entry, but IGCSE can be part of conditional offers and widening participation.

US and International

• US universities often treat IGCSE as strong secondary credentials; they may look at overall profile (grades, subjects, other qualifications).
• International universities in Europe, Asia, Australia, and elsewhere routinely accept IGCSE; check each institution’s admissions page for “international qualifications.”

How to Present Your Results

• Submit your official certificate(s) or statement of results as required (upload, post, or verification service).
• If you have both Cambridge and Edexcel, send both certificates.
• Keep originals safe and use certified copies if requested.

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