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Pearson Edexcel International

Edexcel International (formally Pearson Edexcel International) is the international arm of the Edexcel exam board, offering iGCSEs and International A-Levels to schools outside the UK national curriculum. Owned by Pearson, the global education company, Edexcel International provides qualifications taken by students in international schools across the world.

A distinctive feature of Edexcel International A-Levels is their modular structure, which allows students to sit individual unit examinations at multiple points during the year (January, June and October) and resit modules to improve their grades. This contrasts with the linear domestic UK A-Level where all exams are taken at the end of the course. Edexcel International iGCSEs similarly offer multiple examination sessions.

Edexcel International qualifications are recognised by universities worldwide, including all UK institutions. The Pearson brand provides access to extensive textbook and digital learning resources closely aligned with the specifications, creating an integrated study experience. The modular A-Level structure is particularly popular with students and schools who value the flexibility of progressive assessment.

Key Facts About Edexcel International

  • Edexcel International is part of Pearson, the world's largest education company.
  • International A-Levels use a modular structure with exams available in January, June and October, allowing resits of individual units.
  • Edexcel International iGCSEs and A-Levels are accepted by universities worldwide, including all UK Russell Group institutions.
  • Pearson publishes extensive textbook and digital resources aligned to Edexcel International specifications.
  • The modular A-Level structure allows students to build their qualification progressively and improve grades through targeted resits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Edexcel and Edexcel International? +
Edexcel (domestic) offers GCSEs and A-Levels designed for the UK national curriculum with linear assessment. Edexcel International offers iGCSEs and International A-Levels designed for international schools, with modular assessment and multiple exam sessions per year.
Are Edexcel International qualifications accepted by UK universities? +
Yes. All UK universities, including the most selective, accept Edexcel International iGCSEs and A-Levels as equivalent to their domestic counterparts for admissions purposes.
Can I resit individual modules with Edexcel International A-Levels? +
Yes. The modular structure allows you to resit individual unit examinations to improve your grade. Your best result for each unit counts towards the overall qualification, which is a significant advantage over linear A-Levels.
How many exam sessions per year does Edexcel International offer? +
Edexcel International offers three main examination sessions per year: January, June and October. Not all subjects are available in every session, so check the specific timetable for your subjects.

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