Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) are the world’s largest provider of international education programmes and qualifications for 5–19 year olds. More than 9000 schools in over 160 countries are part of the Cambridge learning community. Cambridge programmes and qualifications are progressive and flexible, helping schools develop successful students.
Cambridge IGCSE is the world’s most popular international curriculum for 14-16 year olds, leading to globally recognised and valued Cambridge IGCSE qualifications. It is part of the Cambridge Secondary 2 stage. Schools worldwide have helped develop Cambridge IGCSE, which provides excellent preparation for the Cambridge Advanced stage including Cambridge International AS and A Levels.
Cambridge O Level, part of the Cambridge Secondary 2 stage, is typically for 14-16 year olds. Cambridge O Level is an internationally recognised qualification equivalent to the UK General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE). Cambridge O Level provides learners with excellent preparation for academic progression to Cambridge Advanced including Cambridge International AS and A Levels and Cambridge Pre-U.
Cambridge International AS and A Levels are internationally benchmarked qualifications providing excellent preparation for university education. They are part of the Cambridge Advanced stage. They are taken in over 125 countries and offer a choice of 60 different subjects. Cambridge International AS and A Level qualifications are widely recognised and valued by universities and employers alike.
For more information about these qualifications, please visit the CIE website, where there is dedicated information for students, parents and teachers.
What subjects are available?
When and where can I sit my exams?
How much does it cost?
How do I register?
When will I receive my results?
How do I pay?
What is the refunds policy?
What must I bring to the exam?
Who recognises this qualification?
Can I convert a foreign qualification?
How can my school become a British Council CIE attached centre?
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Please view the following links for a list of subjects and their associated codes.
British Council South Africa administers CIE Exams throughout the country. Click here for the list of exam venues. Please contact us regarding any chosen venue as we will need to confirm the booking. The venue for your exam will be confirmed on your statement of entry.
You can also view the Cambridge International Examinations October November Timetable.
| October / November 2013 registration dates | |
| Registration closing date | 08 August 2013 |
| Closing date for modified exam papers | 01 July 2013 |
| Closing date for special consideration | 16 August 2013 |
Fees are payable in South African Rand. Applications will not be accepted without payment of the full fee. Please take note that late fees should be paid in addition to the subject fee as stated below.
| Fees | Cost per subject |
| O Level | R800 |
| A Level | R1400 |
| AS Level | R800 |
| Practical Fee (per subject ) | R650 |
| IGCSE | R800 |
| Late Fee Dates | Cost |
| Late fee 09 August – 30 August 2013 | Subject fee + R550 |
| Late fee 31 August – 23 September 2013 | Subject fee + R850 |
Prepare the following documents:
Submit them to British Council South Africa using one of the following:
You will be informed when you write your exam. Results will be available on CIE’s Candidate Results website.
Please make a payment using one of the banking methods below:
Electronic Fund Transfers (EFT)
Bank: Standard Charted Bank
Account name: British Council
Account number: 001-883526-00
Branch: Johannesburg Branch
Branch code: 730020
SWIFT address: SCBLZAJJ
Type: Current Account
Cash Deposits
Bank: Nedbank
Account name: SCB – BRITISH COUNCIL
Account number: 145-41169-19
Branch name: Corporate Client Services JHB
Branch code: 145405
Preview an example deposit slip here
Credit Card
Complete a credit card payment form.
Send your proof of payment or credit card form to SSA.Enquiries@britishcouncil.org or fax it to +27 (0)86 570 0422. Please keep a copy as proof of payment.
Please refer to our Examinations Refund Policy.
Identification
Statement of entry
Pens, pencils in a CLEAR bag
Basic calculator
No electronic devices. e.g. mobile phone, etc
CIE qualifications are recognized internationally. For more information please visit the CIE recognition webpage.
If you have foreign qualification and wish to convert it to a South African equivalent, you might have to apply to the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) to have your qualifications evaluated.
Please visit the British Council CIE attached centres page.
If your questions haven’t been answered, kindly e-mail us for more information.
The British Council and the examining boards take all reasonable steps to provide continuity of service. We feel sure you will understand, however, that we cannot be held responsible for any interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our control. If examinations or their results are disrupted, cancelled or delayed, every effort will be made to resume normal service as soon as possible. The British Council’s liability will be limited to the refund of the registration fee or retesting at a later date.
Fees: All fees are valid for the current registration period only and are subject to change. Please check the relevant web pages for the latest fees before registering for the next session of exams.
