Over 50,000 exam entries from UAE schools for Cambridge Qualifications

More students than ever before will collect their Cambridge International Examination results today, following a surge in popularity of Cambridge qualifications in UAE and around the world.

Globally there has been 15% growth across all Cambridge qualifications this year, including 8% growth in entries for Cambridge International A Levels and 23% for Cambridge IGCSEs.  

There are now nearly 90 Cambridge schools in UAE, where over 50,000 exam entries were made for Cambridge qualifications, with an 11% growth in entries compared with 2014.

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There was 13% growth for Cambridge IGCSE, with more than 33,000 entries.

The most popular Cambridge IGCSEs are: Maths and Physics, which have risen by 36%, accounting for nearly 10,000 entries.

Waseem Al Hanbali, Regional Director for Middle East and North Africa, Cambridge International Examinations said: “I’d like to congratulate our learners in the UAE for the hard work that went into their exams this year. Today’s great results are based on the hard work of students, teachers and school support staff, together with the essential support and encouragement of families. Well done to everyone and I wish you every success as you move on to the next stage of your education.’’ 

Adnan Abbas, Director of the Al-Nahda School for Boys in Abu Dhabi said, “Today, I would like to congratulate the class of 2014-15 who have done incredibly well with their Cambridge IGCSEs. The students’ successful completion of this programme is a combination of hard work and perseverance from teachers, parents and of course, all the hours the students have dedicated to their studies. Cambridge indeed has been our wonderful partner and gateway to our students’ high achievements.”