IGCSE Online Private Tutoring for Students in Dubai

 
 

The IGCSE is an English language-based secondary qualification, crucial for university eligibility and career prospects. Internationally recognised and highly respected by universities and employers around the world, IGCSE qualifications are a gateway for applicants in Dubai looking to pursue further education in the U.K. and beyond. In the UAE, 135 schools offer the IGCSE.

IGCSE exams are academically rigorous. They cover a broad scope of material and include challenging essay questions which demand high levels of critical thinking and close analysis. Candidates in Dubai and the UAE often feel underprepared for their IGCSE exams; they lack confidence, comprehensive knowledge of the course, and the academic skills necessary to achieve high marks.

In light of this, an expert IGCSE tutor can make all the difference. BartyED’s tutors stand out for our knowledge and experience. With a deep understanding of the current curriculum, BartyED’s carefully tailored IGCSE tutoring programme provides personalised one-to-one support with a focus on top exam results as the number one priority. 

For pupils in Dubai, a typical IGCSE tuition programme with BartyED begins in three areas:

  • An initial assessment with a specialist IGCSE tutor. This will enable tutors to evaluate a student’s strengths and weaknesses. As a result, tutors can tailor their classes to meet the learner’s unique requirements. 

  • Strategic planning which breaks down a candidate’s IGCSE content into manageable sections for targeted support. BartyED tutors will pay particular attention to consolidating fundamental skills through appropriate modelling. 

  • Lessons will then be tailored to the learning styles of each student where comprehensive and empathetic tutoring will thoroughly cover IGCSE content and exam techniques. 

BartyED’s private IGCSE tutors have overseen extensive exam success for families in Dubai. Our expert IGCSE tutors have secured coveted places in boarding schools and high schools around the world.

If you wish to find out how an expert BartyED IGCSE tutor can help your son or daughter succeed, do contact us at enquiries@bartyed.com. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does 1 IGCSE exam cost?

In Dubai and the UAE, the IGCSE exam costs between AED 700 and AED 1,300 through the British Council. If students attend a fee-paying, independent school, the school may pay the registration fee and pass that cost onto parents. BartyED’s expert IGCSE tutors are happy to advise students who wish to sit GCSEs privately and provide individualised IGCSE tuition for subjects not available in their school curriculum.

Does Dubai accept IGCSE?

The IGCSE is widely accepted in Dubai and the UAE. The IGCSE curriculum is the top choice for both expats in Dubai and parents who want their child to hold a recognisable qualification and particularly for those who might want to study overseas in the future. BartyED’s IGCSE tutors are experts in supporting students on this journey.

How many IGCSE subjects are required in the UAE?

Learners in Dubai and the UAE are required to take six IGCSE subjects, but at BartyED, students normally take 9 to 1. Our IGCSE tutors are experienced in advising UAE candidates on the correct number of IGCSEs for them and providing tuition to support them in achieving high marks. 

How much is the tutor fee for IGCSE?

For primary and secondary students, lessons are charged at AED 650 per hour. 

For candidates in Dubai and the UAE, BartyED also provides bespoke Admissions Consultancy Programmes for both the U.S. college admissions and the U.K. and European university admissions. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

How important are IGCSE scores for university?

For candidates in Dubai, the IGCSEs are crucial for progressing onto further study, most commonly A-Levels or the IB Diploma Programme. IGCSE grades can also be important for university applications. For U.K. universities, especially in the more competitive and prestigious institutions, more attention can be given to IGCSE grades as they provide a more comprehensive overview of the candidate’s skills. Especially since most students will only take three subjects for A-Levels. Subsequently, for applicants from Dubai, a good performance on their IGCSEs can increase their chances of being accepted into their chosen university. 

BartyED’s private IGCSE tutors have the knowledge and experience needed to help their students achieve their IGCSE goals. 

Are Cambridge and Edexcel IGCSE The Same?

Cambridge and Edexcel are the two different exam boards for the IGCSE. Their qualifications have equal value, however, each has a different examination structure. 

Edexcel tends to offer a more flexible curriculum, allowing students to choose individual subjects. The Cambridge curriculum on the other hand is more standardised with pre-determined subject combinations. The Cambridge assessment is known to emphasise critical thinking, problem solving, and analytical skills, while Edexcel is credited for its structured, outcomes-based learning with standardised assessments. BartyED’s IGCSE tutors are well-versed in both systems.

In Dubai, is it possible to drop an IGCSE course?

For students in Dubai, dropping an IGCSE is possible as long as they are still taking a minimum of six subjects. However, rather than immediately dropping a subject, support from BartyED IGCSE tutors should be the first point of call in this scenario. Many A-Level and IB courses have prerequisite grades from specific subjects, so dropping a course could have detrimental effects on a student’s ambitions for further study. 

BartyED’s IGCSE tutors have extensive experience coaching struggling learners and can provide pupils in Dubai with the best guidance for this scenario. 

How to revise for the IGCSEs?

For students in Dubai, the best way to independently prepare for the IGCSEs is to practise past papers, review mark schemes, and rehearse model answers. By doing this, students will become familiar with the types of questions that will be asked. 

For subjects such as English, BartyED’s expert IGCSE tutors advise reading as widely as possible to understand the conventions and styles of English grammar and literary techniques. However, many students will experience that finding materials online is not the best way to work on their own weaknesses, as it is hard to discern precise areas of struggle and ways of improvement independently. 

For learners in Dubai, BartyED’s team of IGCSE tutors adopts a customised programme that guarantees academic success through a holistic and empathetic teaching model personalised to each student’s learning style. This guarantees a productive learning environment for our tutors to improve and develop candidates’ skills.

Should pupils in Dubai study the IGCSE or the MYP? 

Both the IGCSE and MYP qualification are internationally recognised, and BartyED tutors are specialised in both. MYP is a framework of courses, while IGCSE is an exam-based qualification. British schools are more likely to offer IGCSEs, and the  MYP is usually offered in IB schools. However, it is common for candidates to take IGCSE and then IBDP, or MYP and then A-Levels, and this is generally an easy transition.