Our IGCSE Programme
The International General Certificate of Secondary Education is a set of examinations and qualifications designed for 14 to 16-year-olds. Borne out of the GCSE used in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, the IGCSE has evolved to meet the needs of students across the globe.
The IGCSE syllabus covers a wide variety of subjects, with no limits on the number of qualifications students can achieve. Apart from the compulsory subjects, students can select their own combination to personalise their curriculum. Normally, a student will study each subject over a two or three year period, sitting exams in May/June of their second or third year.
The IGCSE uses A* – G grading scale, with A* being the highest and G the lowest.
Our Stand out features
We encourage students to take between 9 and 15 subjects. Our three week add-drop period at the beginning of the academic year provides room for academic exploration, helping students discover their strengths and interests before deciding their final subject selection. We offer students flexibility to participate in co-curricular activities, competitions, and internships for holistic student development. All students appear for Pakistan Studies and Islamiat at the end of their second year. They also have the option to appear for three additional subjects at the end of the second year if they wish. However, English, Urdu, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Additional Mathematics and Art & Design must be taken in the final year of the program to ensure depth of study. This structure allows them to spread out their workload while still ensuring they gain exposure to a variety of subjects.
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Mandatory Subjects
Elective Subjects
Subject Selection and pogression after IGCSE
At LGS JTI Senior, we believe IGCSE is a time for exploration, not specialization. This is why we discourage students from selecting Business Studies, Commerce, and Accounting at this stage; there will be ample opportunity to specialize in these subjects later. Instead, we encourage students to develop a strong academic foundation across a broad range of disciplines.
While our IGCSE programme is structured to provide a smooth transition into the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), we also recognize that some students may choose to pursue A Levels after completing IGCSE with us. Our curriculum is designed to keep pathways open, ensuring that students are well-prepared for either academic route based on their future aspirations.
science and social science requirement
Our IGCSE curriculum is designed to be academically balanced and forward-looking, which is why one science and one social science are compulsory subjects in the first year. This ensures that students develop both analytical and empirical ways of thinking—engaging with the natural world through scientific inquiry, while also building an understanding of human behavior, systems, and global contexts through the social sciences.
This structure is intentional in fostering a well-rounded skill set. The sciences cultivate experimental, evidence-based reasoning, while the social sciences emphasize critical analysis, evaluation of perspectives, and structured argumentation. Together, these disciplines equip students with the intellectual tools needed to approach complex problems from multiple angles.
Student Portfolios and Holistic Development
Education at LGS JTI Senior goes beyond academics. From the moment a student joins our IGCSE program, we begin curating a personalized portfolio that tracks their extracurricular activities, internships, and volunteer work. We provide continuous guidance on passion projects, research opportunities, and enrichment activities tailored to their interests and future aspirations.
By nurturing both academic and personal growth, we aim to ensure that every student is equipped to thrive—not just in exams, but in life.
We believe college counseling is essential for you, and thus we guide you in subject selection, profile building, and local and international university admissions. It ensures informed decisions, fosters confidence and propels you toward successful academic and professional futures. Led by a full-time staff member, this department oversees various aspects, including internship placements, careers lectures, and university fairs. Regular information sessions are held throughout the year, and guidance on how to apply to universities which are the best fit for you. The Programme Director and Education Advisor meet bi-weekly to discuss each student’s college profile, emphasizing the importance of this aspect. Unlike many schools in the country, JTI provides education advising to IGCSE students in their first year. This ensures that students are aware of the transformative impact this year will have on their transcript and examinations. Regular sessions are scheduled with Grade 9 for subject selection advice, and the Advising Officer’s door is always open and welcoming for all international section students.
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Globally-recognised qualifications and highly-trained teachers
At LGS JTI Senior, every student is seen as an individual with unique strengths and potential. Our skilled faculty guide boys through the all-boys IGCSE programme and both boys and girls through the co-educational IB Diploma, helping them achieve academic excellence and preparing them for admission to top universities around the world.