Cambridge AICE
The Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma is an international curriculum and examination system that emphasizes the value of broad and balanced study. Alongside in-depth understanding of a variety of subjects, students also need to master a broader range of skills critical for success in university study and employment.
The Cambridge AICE Diploma was first awarded in 1997 and has since become popular with a range of schools in different parts of the world. It encompasses the ‘gold standard’ Cambridge International AS and A -Level qualifications and offers students the opportunity to tailor their studies to their individual interests, abilities and future plans within an international curriculum framework.
Why AICE?
- Broad, balanced academic program
- Flexibility to pursue strengths & interests
- Internationally recognized
- State university system recognizes AICE equally with AP and IB programs
- Advanced classes with like-minded academically achieving students
- Ability to pursue non-academic interests
Benefits of AICE
- Increased GPA (see website statistics at www.cie.org.uk/usa)
- Additional ways to qualify for the Florida Academic Scholar Award / Bright Futures Scholarship
- Possibility of earning college credit
- Exposure to different methods of assessments with emphasis on higher order thinking and writing
- Ability to direct student’s educational interests
- Ability to compete for admission to the most elite colleges & universities
Contacts
Coordinator: Mariela Cox, mlcox@volusia.k12.fl.us