For working adults, private candidates, and anyone finishing their qualifications later. Study online with expert tutoring and a clear two-year plan, then sit the exams as a private candidate. No age limit, no prior qualifications required.
Exams in 2028? Start with your strongest subjects and add the rest as you go. Pay from anywhere by card or PayPal; M-Pesa available in the region.
Cambridge IGCSE subjects with their syllabus codes, sciences, languages, humanities, business and technical. We provide complete materials and tutoring for each. Always confirm the exact syllabus and code for your series with your exam centre.
| Subject | Cambridge code | What we cover |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 0580 | Number, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics and probability |
| Additional Mathematics | 0606 | Advanced algebra, calculus and trigonometry for STEM paths |
| English (First Language) | 0500 | Reading, directed writing, composition and comprehension |
| English as a Second Language | 0510 | Reading, writing, listening and speaking for EAL learners |
| English Literature | 0475 | Poetry, prose and drama set texts, with essay technique |
| Biology | 0610 | Cells, human biology, plants, ecology, genetics; Alternative to Practical |
| Chemistry | 0620 | Atomic structure, bonding, reactions, organic chemistry; Alternative to Practical |
| Physics | 0625 | Mechanics, energy, waves, electricity, atomic physics; Alternative to Practical |
| Combined Science | 0653 | A single award across biology, chemistry and physics |
| Business Studies | 0450 | Enterprise, marketing, operations, finance and people |
| Economics | 0455 | Microeconomics, macroeconomics, trade and development |
| Accounting | 0452 | Double entry, financial statements, analysis and control |
| Geography | 0460 | Population, settlement, environment, economic development and skills |
| History | 0470 | Twentieth-century and depth studies, source and essay skills |
| Computer Science | 0478 | Algorithms, programming, data representation and architecture |
| ICT | 0417 | Applications, data handling and the practical components |
| Religious Studies | 0490 | Beliefs, practices and set texts across traditions |
| Global Perspectives | 0457 | Research, analysis and the individual report |
Not seeing your subject? Ask us, we cover more, and we will confirm availability for private candidates.
A working example for a science-focused seven-subject learner targeting May/June 2028. We tailor yours to your subjects and pace.
| Stage | Focus | Milestone |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1, first half | Foundations in your two or three strongest subjects | Confident with core content |
| Year 1, second half | Deepen those subjects, begin timed past papers | Optionally sit early subjects in a 2027 series |
| Year 2, first half | Add the remaining subjects; full syllabus coverage | All subjects taught, weak areas identified |
| Year 2, run-in | Full past papers under time, marked and reviewed | Exam-ready for May/June 2028 |
Am I too old to take IGCSE?
No. There is no maximum age. Adults of any age take IGCSE as private candidates, and you are assessed only on the exams.
Do I need to have finished school first?
No. No previous qualifications are required to register as a private candidate. You can start fresh.
Where do I sit the exams?
At a registered Cambridge centre, often a British Council office. If there is none nearby, some candidates travel to a centre in a neighbouring country for the exam period. We help you plan this.
How do sciences work without a laboratory?
Cambridge offers an Alternative to Practical paper for private candidates, which assesses practical understanding in writing. We prepare you specifically for it.
How is the tutoring scheduled around my job?
Sessions are online and arranged with you, typically evenings and weekends. If a busy week comes up, we adjust; the plan flexes around your life.
What if I fall behind?
Because you have a two-year runway and can spread subjects across series, there is room to adjust. Your tutor and plan keep you on track without panic.
How do I pay from outside Kenya?
By card or PayPal in USD, wherever you are. M-Pesa is available in the region. You pay monthly, so you are never locked in.
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