Curriculum Summary
|
Module |
Core Skills |
Extended Focus Areas |
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1. Number |
Types of numbers; fractions, decimals, ratio, proportion; indices; standard form; rounding and bounds |
Extended work on number manipulation as required for higher grades |
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2. Algebra and Graphs |
Algebraic manipulation; equations; inequalities; sequences; graphs |
Extended exploration of algebraic techniques and deeper graph interpretation |
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3. Coordinate Geometry |
Plotting and interpreting straight-line graphs; midpoint and gradient |
Application in more complex coordinate problems |
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4. Geometry |
Properties of shapes; angles; constructions |
Extended proofs and advanced geometric reasoning |
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5. Mensuration |
Area, volume, measurement |
Application in varied contexts with formula derivation |
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6. Trigonometry |
Basic trigonometric ratios and applications |
Further applications and identities |
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7. Transformations and Vectors |
Reflection, rotation, enlargement; vector concepts |
Extended problems involving combined transformations and vectors |
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8. Probability |
Basic probability principles |
Extended probability calculations |
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9. Statistics |
Data collection, representation, measures of central tendency and spread |
Extended interpretation of statistical data |
Notes: The syllabus is tiered. Core content is intended for learners targeting grades C–G, while Extended includes Core plus additional topics suitable for grades A*–C.
Assessment Overview
All assessment is externally set and marked.
|
Component |
Core Route |
Extended Route |
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Paper 1 – Non-Calculator |
✓ |
✗ |
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Paper 3 – Calculator |
✓ |
✗ |
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Paper 2 – Non-Calculator |
✗ |
✓ |
|
Paper 4 – Calculator |
✗ |
✓ |
Core Assessment
Paper 1: Non-calculator, 1 h 30 m, 80 marks, 50% of Core qualification
Paper 3: Calculator allowed, 1 h 30 m, 80 marks, 50% of Core qualification
(Candidates who follow the Core syllabus take Papers 1 & 3.)
Extended Assessment
Paper 2: Non-calculator, 2 h, 100 marks, 50% of Extended qualification
Paper 4: Calculator allowed, 2 h, 100 marks, 50% of Extended qualification
(Candidates who follow the Extended syllabus take Papers 2 & 4.)
Calculator Use:
Non-calculator papers (Paper 1 and Paper 2) do not permit calculators. Calculator papers (Paper 3 and Paper 4) require a scientific calculator.
Cambridge official IGCSE Mathematics 0580 syllabus link bellow:
https://www.cambridgeinternational.org/Images/662466-2025-2027-syllabus.pdf