The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is an externally-assessed, stand-alone qualification that allows learners to make choices in what they study and follow their passions.
Learners in Year 9 are facing exciting decisions about which subjects they would like to study as part of their IGCSE programme here at NEXUS. We hope the information on this site will provide learners and their families with the knowledge they need to make informed choices.
As part of the IGCSE programme, most learners will take four core subjects, one language and up to three electives. The diagram on the right shows you the range of subjects offered.
To support individual circumstances, e.g. those of elite athletes, it is possible to study fewer electives and create study periods during the school day.
If you are on the English for Academic Purpose Programme that will take the place of your elective subjects. The aim is that we use the time to improve your academic English so that you you have the best chance of success in your other IGCSE subjects and are well prepared for the IB DP to follow. If you are unsure whether you will be on that pathway speak with Ms Marianne Harvey who will be able to give you more details.
Your programme of study should reflect your personal needs and goals. If you would like to discuss your options further, please contact the school.
If you need more information, please go to this page to see how we support our learners and our parents at Nexus.
Jonathan Gunzi
Head of School (Secondary)
Carly Drysdale
Deputy Head of School (Secondary) & English Teacher
Cammy Lu
Year Leader (Year 10) and English Teacher
Steven Williams
Year Leader (Year 9) & Music Teacher
Frank Carter
Year Leader (Year 11) & Physical and Health Education Teacher
Kate Ellicott
Assistant Head (Secondary School), English Teacher
Tram Hoang
Careers and University Counsellor
Vicky Holdcroft
IB and TOK Coordinator & Individuals and Societies Teacher