The AICE Diploma (Advanced International Certificate of Education) is a biennial certification tailored for secondary students as a pre-university pathway. This program is formulated and managed by the University of Cambridge in England, and evaluations are conducted by an International Body of Curriculum and Assessment. The AICE Diploma encompasses a two-year structure, comprising AS or A-Level courses. Currently, AS or A-Level examinations are accessible in over 100 nations. Upon completing the Advanced level each year, our students attain the obligatory competencies and comprehension aligned with the Cambridge University curriculum. The credentials endorsed by Cambridge University pave the way for admission to esteemed global institutions like Harvard, MIT, Stanford, and Yale. In Portugal, students secure the equivalency mandated by Portuguese universities via "Portaria 779/98.
LEARNER PROFILE
The school's objective is to cultivate individuals with a global perspective, united by a shared commitment to safeguarding the planet, and actively contributing to the creation of an improved and harmonious world.
AICE DIPLOMA
For students seeking a more demanding high school journey or an opportunity to accrue college credit, numerous high schools provide various advanced college-level program choices. One of the latest options in this realm is the Cambridge AICE program, an international diploma program established in collaboration with Cambridge University in England.
A-LEVEL
The A-Level curriculum immerses students in a select few subjects, fostering profound expertise. A-Level education is the established route for admission to esteemed British universities and carries worldwide recognition.
A-levels are universally acclaimed as the benchmark qualification for prestigious universities in the UK and beyond. This esteemed program is internationally acknowledged as a testament to the most exacting and rigorous intellectual development.
As Level and A-Level
Subject choices
Our learners must choose three subjects from a range of assessment options to gain Cambridge International A Level qualifications
Engineering Group
Math + Physics + Computing/Chemistry/1 Language
Career Opportunities
Engineering Fields
: Aerospace Engineer; Chemical Engineer; Civil Engineer; Computer Hardware Engineer; Electrical Engineer; Mechanical Engineer.
Scientific Research : Physicist; Chemist; Material Scientist; Environmental Scientist.
Technology and IT : Software Developer; Data Scientist; Artificial Intelligence Specialist; Network Engineer; Cybersecurity Analyst.
Medical and Healthcare : Medical Physicist; Pharmaceutical Scientist; Biochemist; Medical Researcher.
Language and Communication : Linguist; Translator; Interpreter; Content Writer.
Academia and Education : University Professor/ Lecturer; High School Teacher (in respective subjects).
Financial and Business Sectors : Financial Analyst; Actuary; Business Analyst (with Computer Science); Data Analyst.
Environmental Sciences : Environmental Chemist; Ecologist; Environmental Consultant.
Space and Astronomy : Astrophysicist; Space Scientist.
Government and Policy : Policy Analyst (related to Science and Technology); Government Researcher.
These are just a few examples of the wide range of career opportunities available to students who choose Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Language studies in secondary school.
Humanities Group
History + Sociology/Business + 1 Language
Career Opportunities
Education and Academia
: History Teacher; Sociology Professor; Business Education Instructor; Language Teacher.
Research and Analysis : Historian; Sociologist; Market Research Analyst; Business Analyst.
Communication and Media : Journalist (specializing in history, society, or business); Content Writer; Public Relations Specialist; Copywriter.
Cultural Institutions : Museum Curator; Archivist; Cultural Heritage Manager.
Non-profit and Social Services : Social Worker; Community Outreach Coordinator; Non-profit Program Manager.
Business and Management : Business Manager; Human Resources Specialist; Marketing Manager; Project Manager.
Government and Policy : Policy Analyst (with focus on history, society, or business); Government Relations Specialist.
Entrepreneurship : Start-up Founder (especially in fields related to history, culture, or business).
Travel and Tourism : Travel Blogger or Writer (with knowledge of history and culture); Tourism Manager.
Language and Communication : Translator (with expertise in history, society, or business content); Interpreter.
Consulting and Advising : Societal Consultant; Business Consultant; Historical Advisor.
Law and Advocacy : Legal Researcher (with focus on historical or societal context); .Human Rights Advocate
Financial Sector : Financial Analyst (with business and language skills).
These examples showcase the diverse range of career opportunities available to students who choose History, Sociology, Business, or Language studies in secondary school.
Creative Group
Art & Design + Media Studies + 1 Language
Career Opportunities
Visual Arts and Design
: Graphic Designer; Illustrator; Animator; Art Director, Fine Artist.
Media Production and Journalism : Film Director; Video Editor; Broadcast Journalist; Multimedia Producer; Content Creator.
Advertising and Marketing : Advertising Creative Director; Marketing Specialist (with emphasis on visual content); Brand Designer; Social Media Manager.
Publishing and Writing : Author (with focus on creative writing); Copywriter (especially for media-related content); Editorial Assistant.
Digital Media and New Technologies : User Experience (UX) Designer; Virtual Reality Content Creator; Web Developer (with creative design skills).
Language and Communication : Translator (with specialization in artistic and media-related content); Interpreter.
Film and Television Industry : Film Producer; Screenwriter; Cinematographer; Set Designer.
Arts Administration : Gallery Curator; Arts Events Coordinator; Museum Education Officer.
Education and Academia : Art Teacher; Media Studies Professor; Language Educator.
Entertainment and Performance : Theatre Director; Music Video Director; Costume Designer.
Public Relations and Communication : PR Specialist (with emphasis on artistic and media-related clients); Media Relations Manager.
Cultural Institutions : Museum Educator; Cultural Program Coordinator.
Freelancing and Entrepreneurship : Freelance Artist or Designer; Independent Filmmaker; Creative Consultant.
Event Management : Event Planner (with specialization in art and media events).
These examples illustrate the diverse range of career opportunities available to students who choose Art, Media Studies, and Language studies in secondary school.
Languages Group
2 languages + Media/1 Language
Career Opportunities
Multilingual Journalism : Bilingual Journalist; International Correspondent; Cross-Cultural Reporter.
Translation and Localization : Translator (for written content); Subtitler or Dubbing Artist (for audio-visual content); Localization Specialist.
International Relations : Diplomat; Foreign Service Officer; International Negotiator
Media and Entertainment Industry : International Media Producer; Content Localization Manager; Language Expert for Film and TV.
Global Marketing and Advertising : Multilingual Advertising Copywriter; Marketing Campaign Manager (with language-specific strategies); International Brand Manager.
Travel and Hospitality : Tour Guide (in both languages); Hospitality Manager (with focus on international guests).
Language Teaching and Education : Bilingual Language Teacher; Language Tutor.
Cultural Exchange and Diplomacy : Cultural Exchange Coordinator; Cultural Diplomacy Specialist.
International NGOs and Organizations : Interpreter for NGOs; Language Support for Humanitarian Aid.
Global Content Creation : Bilingual Content Creator (blogging, podcasting, vlogging).
Media Production and Broadcasting : Video Producer; Broadcast Journalist; Media Production Assistant.
Digital Marketing and Social Media : Social Media Manager; Content Strategist; Digital Marketing Specialist.
Public Relations and Corporate Communications : PR Specialist; Communications Manager; Media Relations Officer.
Advertising and Branding : Advertising Copywriter; Brand Manager; Creative Director.
Content Creation and Writing : Content Writer; Copy Editor; Scriptwriter.
Web and Graphic Design : Web Designer; Graphic Designer; Visual Content Creator.
Media Analysis and Critique : Media Analyst; Media Critic; Cultural Commentator.
Entertainment Industry : Talent Agent; Entertainment Reporter; Event Promoter.
Film and Television : Film Critic; TV Show Researcher; Script Supervisor.
These examples highlight the diverse range of career opportunities available to students who choose Two Languages (Bilingual) plus Media Studies, or One Language plus Media Studies in secondary school.
Business Group
Business + Math/1 Language + Media/ 1 language
Career Opportunities
Multilingual Journalism : Bilingual Journalist; International Correspondent; Cross-Cultural Reporter.
Translation and Localization : Translator (for written content); Subtitler or Dubbing Artist (for audio-visual content); Localization Specialist.
International Relations : Diplomat Foreign Service Officer; International Negotiator.
Media and Entertainment Industry : International Media Producer; Content Localization Manager; Language Expert for Film and TV.
Global Marketing and Advertising : Multilingual Advertising Copywriter; Marketing Campaign Manager (with language-specific strategies); International Brand Manager.
Travel and Hospitality : Tour Guide (in both languages); Hospitality Manager (with focus on international guests).
Language Teaching and Education : Bilingual Language Teacher; Language Tutor.
Cultural Exchange and Diplomacy : Cultural Exchange Coordinator; Cultural Diplomacy Specialist.
International NGOs and Organizations : Interpreter for NGOs; Language Support for Humanitarian Aid.
Global Content Creation : Bilingual Content Creator (blogging, podcasting, vlogging).
Media Production and Broadcasting : Video Producer; Broadcast Journalist; Media Production Assistant.
Digital Marketing and Social Media : Social Media Manager; Content Strategist; Digital Marketing Specialist.
Public Relations and Corporate Communications : PR Specialist; Communications Manager; Media Relations Officer.
Advertising and Branding : Advertising Copywriter; Brand Manager; Creative Director.
Content Creation and Writing : Content Writer; Copy Editor; Scriptwriter.
Web and Graphic Design : Web Designer; Graphic Designer; Visual Content Creator.
Media Analysis and Critique : Media Analyst; Media Critic; Cultural Commentator.
Entertainment Industry : Talent Agent; Entertainment Reporter; Event Promoter.
Media Education : Media Educator; Media Literacy Instructor.
These examples highlight the diverse range of career opportunities available to students who choose Two Languages (Bilingual) plus Media Studies, or One Language plus Media Studies in secondary school.
Sport Group
Biology + Physical Education AS + 1 Language A/1Language B
Career Opportunities
Sports Science and Rehabilitation: Sports Physiologist; Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist; Athletic Trainer.
Health and Fitness Industry: Personal Trainer; Fitness Instructor; Wellness Coach.
Physical Education Teacher: PE Teacher (primary and secondary schools); Sports Coach.
Sports Nutrition and Wellness: Sports Nutritionist; Wellness Coordinator.
Sports Psychology: Sports Psychologist; Mental Performance Coach.
Language Interpretation in Sports: Sports Interpreter (for international events); Translator for Sports Content.
Sports Journalism and Media: Sports Journalist; Sports Analyst; Sports Commentator.
International Sports Organizations: Sports Event Manage; Sports Administrator.
Community Health and Recreation: Community Health Educator; Recreation Coordinator.
Language Education and Tutoring: Language Educator (using sports as a context); Bilingual Sports Tutor.
Health Advocacy and Promotion: Public Health Educator (with focus on physical activity); Health Promotion Specialist.
Language Teaching Abroad: Language Instructor (in a foreign country, utilizing sports activities).
Sports Equipment and Apparel: Sports Product Sales Representative; Athletic Gear Product Manager.
International Relations in Sports: Sports Diplomacy Coordinator; International Sports Liaison.
These examples provide insight into the diverse range of career opportunities available to students who choose Biology, Physical Education (AS), and Two Languages in secondary school.
Health Group
Biology + Chemistry + Math/Physics
Career Opportunities
Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Industries : Biotechnologies; Pharmaceutical; Research Scientist; Genetic Engineer.
Bioinformatics and Computational Biology : Bioinformatics Analyst; Computational Biologist.
Medical Research : Medical Scientist; Clinical Research Coordinator; Immunologist.
Environmental Sciences : Environmental Scientist; Ecologist; Conservation Biologist.
Biomedical Engineering : Biomedical Engineer; Medical Device Designer; Biomaterials Scientist.
Genetic Counselling : Genetic Counsellor; Genetic Testing Specialist.
Academia and Education : University Professor/ Lecturer; High School Science Teacher.
Healthcare and Medicine : Physician (with specialized medical training); Pathologist; Pharmacologist.
Medical Physics : Medical Physicist (in medical imaging and radiation therapy); Radiation Safety Officer.
Biophysics : Biophysicist; Biomedical Engineer (with physics focus); Medical Imaging Specialist
Nanotechnology and Materials Science : Nanotechnologist; Materials Scientist; Research Scientist in Nanomaterials.
Pharmaceutical Research and Development : Pharmaceutical Scientist; Drug Formulation Specialist.
Environmental Physics : Environmental Physicist; Atmospheric Scientist.
Academic Research and Teaching : University Professor/ Lecturer (in physics, chemistry, or interdisciplinary fields).
Space and Astronomy : Astrophysicist; Space Scientist.
High-Tech Instrumentation and Imaging : Imaging Scientist (working on advanced imaging technologies).
Energy and Sustainability : Energy Analyst; Sustainable Development Researcher.
These examples highlight the diverse range of career opportunities available to students who choose Biology, Chemistry, and either Math or Physics in secondary school.
Science Group
Biology + Chemistry + Math/ 1 Language
Career Opportunities
Biostatistics and Data Analysis : Biostatistician; Clinical Data Analyst; Epidemiologist.
Pharmaceutical Research and Development : Drug Discovery Scientist; Formulation Chemist; Regulatory Affairs Specialist.
Biomedical Engineering : Biomedical Engineer; Medical Device Developer.
Research and Academic Roles : Research Scientist (in academia or industry); University Professor/ Lecturer.
Environmental Monitoring and Protection : Environmental Chemist; Water Quality Analyst.
Biological Modelling and Simulation : Computational Biologist; Systems Biologist.
Healthcare and Medicine : Medical Laboratory Scientist; Clinical Research Coordinator.
Genetics and Genomics : Genetic Counsellor; Genomic Researcher.
Medical and Healthcare Fields : Medical Doctor (with additional medical training); Medical Writer (with expertise in scientific communication); Pharmaceutical Sales Representative.
Science Communication : Science Journalist; Medical Communicator; Science Educator.
Environmental Policy and Advocacy : Environmental Policy Analyst; Conservation Advocate.
Language Services in Science : Medical Translator or Interpreter; Technical Writer (for scientific content).
Public Health and Epidemiology : Public Health Specialist; Epidemiologist.
Government and Regulatory Affairs : Regulatory Affairs Specialist (in pharmaceutical or medical fields); Health Policy Analyst.
Non-profit Organizations : Environmental NGO Worker; Healthcare Charity Coordinator.
Science Publishing and Editing : Scientific Editor; Medical Journal Editor.
Health Education : Health Educator; Patient Educator.
These examples provide a glimpse into the diverse array of career opportunities available to students who choose Biology, Chemistry, and either Math or One Language in secondary school.
Architectural Group
Math + Arts + 1 Language
Career Opportunities
Architecture and Design
: Architect; Interior Designer; Landscape Architect; Urban Planner.
Data Analysis and Visualization : Data Analyst; Data Visualization Specialist; Information Designer.
Creative Technology : Computational Artist; Interactive Media Designer; Creative Coder.
Education and Academia : Math Teacher (with artistic applications); Arts Educator; Language Instructor.
Art and Math Integration : Art Conservation Scientist; Mathematical Illustrator; Digital Artist.
Game Design and Development : Game Designer; Game Developer (with focus on mathematical concepts); Game Artist.
Digital Fabrication and 3D Printing : Digital Fabrication Specialist; 3D Printing Designer.
Mathematical Artistry : Mathematical Sculptor; Fractal Artist; Geometric Art Designer.
Creative Mathematics Communication : Math Blogger or YouTuber (with artistic demonstrations); Math Illustrator.
Language and Communication : Technical Writer (with expertise in math and arts); Translator (with specialization in technical and artistic content).
Performing Arts and Technology : Multimedia Performer (using technology to enhance artistic performances); Sound and Light Technician (for theatre and events).
Artistic Research and Exploration : Art Scientist (exploring the intersection of art and science); Mathematical Art Historian.
Entrepreneurship : Start-up Founder (with innovative products combining math and art).
Museum and Cultural Institutions : Museum Exhibit Designer (with interactive and educational components).
Fashion and Textile Design : Fashion Designer (with mathematical pattern design); Textile Artist.
These examples demonstrate the diverse range of career opportunities available to students who choose Mathematics, Arts, and Language studies in secondary school.
Advanced Levels
This course is for the ablest students who are seeking places on competitive degree courses at the most elite universities in the UK or internationally. A-levels are essential for any student considering applying to Oxford or Cambridge University, or to medical school. Our learners can choose from a range of assessment options to gain Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications:
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Take the Cambridge International AS Level only, one credit. The syllabus content is half a Cambridge International A Level two credits.
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Take a ‘staged’ assessment route – take the Cambridge International AS Level in one examination series and complete the final Cambridge International A Level in a subsequent series. AS Level marks can be carried forward to a full A Level twice within a 13-month period.
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For the AICE Diploma, you will need 7 credits, one of which must be Global Perspective.
Cambridge Results
Students entering the 6th Form (secondary) at Prime School will find themselves immersed in a microcosm. Teachers aim to make the transition from the 5th Form as painless as possible. In this way, students go on to complete academic courses while also enjoying the wealth of opportunities that our holistic approach to education provides.
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