Cambridge Center @ IMAS is an authorized examination center for Cambridge International Exams. Students from the International Modern Arabic School (IMAS) and Private students can register through this portal. The center has been authorized and in operation since 2007. We have handled thousands of exams over the years and gathered a lot of experience in the process. This website will guide you on all the needed steps from registration until you receive your certificate.

• We have handled thousands of exams over the years and dealt with various cases, we have the experience to make your experience smooth.

• Our portal is easy to use and navigate, you can register, pay, and update your subject selections with ease through this portal.

• We communicate with students and parents, and any updates regarding your exams will be communicated promptly to the student and parent, leaving no place for miscommunication. 

• Our exam halls are up to the standards for Cambridge Examinations and we ensure every student has a comfortable examination.

• We have expert invigilators and examiners that will handle all exam cases with professionalism.

• Our coordinator will always be in contact and make sure the students and parents are updated with necessary information.

We offer Cambridge International Exams of:

• IGCSE/GCSE O Level Exams with optional ICE Award (Read more about ICE below)

• AS, A2, A Level Exams

• Primary Checkpoint (May Series)

The exam sessions are conducted twice a year on June Intake or November Intake. Registration for the exam sessions usually starts five months prior to the exam sessions.

For learners, Cambridge IGCSE helps improve performance by developing skills in creative thinking, enquiry and problem solving. It is the perfect springboard to advanced study.

There are over 70 subjects available at Cambridge IGCSE, including 30 languages, and schools can offer some of them in any combination. Cambridge IGCSE develops learner knowledge, understanding, and skills in:

• Subject content

• Applying knowledge and understanding to new as well as unfamiliar situations

• Intellectual enquiry

• Flexibility and responsiveness to change

• Working and communicating in English

• Influencing outcomes

• Cultural awareness.

Group II: Humanities and Social Sciences

Geography, Environmental Management, Economics, History,Islamiyat, Pakistan Studies, Sociology

Group III: Sciences

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Management, Co-ordinated Sciences (Double Award)

Group IV: Mathematics

 Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Cambridge International Mathematics

Group V : Creative, Technical and Vocational Art & Design

 Information & Communication Technology, Business Studies, Accounting, Computer Science

What is the difference between Core and Extended?

To take into account differing abilities, there is a choice between Core and Extended curriculum papers in some subjects.

The Core curriculum is within the ability range of a large majority of students. It provides a full overview of the subject and is targeted at students expected to achieve grades C to G.

The Extended curriculum has been designed for the more academically able. It is targeted at those expected to achieve grades A* to E.

IMPORTANT NOTE:  THE MAXIMUM GRADE YOU CAN ATTAIN WITH THE CORE CURRICULUM IS   C   GRADE.

For IMAS students, all subjects taught in school, cover the extended curriculum. It is advised for IMAS students to register for the extended option. However, if you are in doubt, please ask your Teacher/Phase Leader/Cambridge Center @ IMAS Coordinator about it before registering.  

How many subjects should I take?

Students can take any number of subjects. However, it is advised to take a minimum of 5 subjects from the IGCSE syllabus, as this is what most colleges and universities accept as a minimum requirement. The subjects must include Mathematics and English as those subjects are mandatory in most of the colleges and universities around the world that recognize the IGCSE syllabus. 

You are however encouraged to take as many subjects as you can. Having more subjects in your record with good grades is more appealing to colleges/universities to accept a student and also will favor your application for any scholarships.  Moreover and most importantly, it will enhance your time management ability and broaden your spectrum about different areas of the academic world. 

However, Be Realistic, Do Not Overload! As tempting as it is to take around 8 or 10 IGCSE subjects, that decision should come from the student. There are several students who take up to 10 IGCSE subjects. They genuinely have the interest, confidence, time, and mechanisms to master all of them. Hence, they pass with flying colors. On the other hand, there are those who take up too many subjects due to peer pressure or overconfidence. As a result, they perform poorly as they are not able to give equal attention to all of them. Hence, it is always best to judge your capabilities and be true to yourself when choosing the IGCSE subjects. Remember to be realistic and not take up too many, and then risk not performing well in the examinations. 

At  Cambridge Center @ IMAS, we have had students who took a minimum of 5 subjects, however, the average number of subjects students take is 7.  We also have had students who took up to 10 subjects in one session and managed to get exceptional results.

What subjects should I take?

Other than the two mandatory subjects (Mathematics and English) by most colleges/universities in Malaysia (which might be different in other countries), students can take any subjects that meet their interests. It is advised that the students choose those subjects based on their future desired field of study.  It is also important for students to have a simple plan or an idea of the type of degree they wish to study at an undergraduate degree level. Students can browse through universities' admission websites to have a look at the required subjects for their desired field of study.

For students who plan to study medicine, for example, having chemistry and biology in the selected subjects is crucial.  Similarly, including physics, chemistry, and additional mathematics would be a great combination for students planning to take  Engineering. For commerce and IT majors, students are advised to take subjects from group 5.

Although planning what subjects to take is important, IGCSE subjects do not determine the future educational plans of the student. You DO NOT have to pursue all the subjects chosen from the IGCSE syllabus at an undergraduate degree level. 

Should I register for the Cambridge IGCSE ICE Award?

The main purpose of ICE is that the student is introduced to a wide range of subjects. Some universities in the UK, Canada, and European Union Countries require the ICE award for admission, however, it is not required in Malaysia.  If you are planning to study abroad, it is best to research if it is a requirement by your desired learning institution. If taking seven subjects is not an issue for you, you may consider taking the ICE award anyway.

In IMAS most students who take the science stream will opt for it as they already cover the seven subjects during their 2 years of study.  A sample combination of: 

• English 

• Arabic or Malay

• Islamiyat

• Physics and/or Biology and/or Chemistry 

• Mathematics 

• ICT

will make you eligible for the award. 

However, commerce stream students, need to take at least one science subject in order to be eligible for the ICE award.

In the end, it is really up to the ability of the student and their willingness to take a minimum of 7 subjects.

Note: you can also get the award if you take the seven subjects in two consecutive exam intakes (JUNE & NOVEMBER). 

Before you register for the exams, make sure you have read & understood all the exam types that are offered and you have a clear idea of what subjects you are going to choose.

In order to register, you need to have a Cambridge Center @ IMAS account, you can create one by clicking New Registration in the Examination Portal below: