How do I earn an AICE Diploma?
To earn an AICE diploma, students must pass seven credits of AS or A Level examinations. At least one examination must come from each of the three subject groups: Mathematics & Sciences, Languages, and Arts & Humanities. Additionally, students must also take the pass the AS Level Global Perspectives and Research exam.
Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level courses are one-year classes. A passed examination for an AS-Level course counts for one credit toward an AICE diploma. Advanced (A) Level courses are two-year classes. A passed examination for an A-Level counts for two credits toward an AICE diploma. Students can use 7 different AS-Level courses or use a mixture of AS-Level and A-Level courses to meet the requirements for the AICE Diploma.
The classes offered at NSBHS to earn the AICE Diploma are:
Required Core Class: AS Level Global Perspectives and Research (All AICE Diploma candidates must take and pass this AS Level examination.)
Group 4 - Optional Category (Students are not required to take any courses from this group, but they may choose to do so. Students can use a maximum of 2 points from this category towards the 7 needed to earn the AICE Diploma
The Cambridge AICE Diploma is awarded at Distinction, Merit or Pass level, depending on the passing grades earned in the subject examinations.
