Every year, when International GCSE (IGCSE) results come out, we always hope students have achieved the grades they wanted. If you did then most probably you are going to continue with whatever course of action you had planned through the year, such as going on to take your A-levels or the International Baccalaureate (IB). The IGCSE also allows students to move to vocational education (such as BTEC) and is generally considered the minimum qualification for employment. Below you can find some answers to frequently asked questions about what you can do next after finishing your IGCSEs.
Your IGCSE results are a launching pad — not a final destination. ITS helps you understand what they mean and plan your next two years wisely.
Understand which grades open the doors to A-level, IB Diploma, or other post-16 study routes.
A-levels, IB Diploma, BTEC or Private Candidate — the right choice depends on your university ambitions and learning style.
Your A-level or IB subject choices now will directly determine which university degrees you can apply for.
Whether retaking, transferring schools, or starting a new programme — ITS is here to guide you every step.
Select the situation that best matches your results, or browse all options below.
Congratulations! If you already have an educational pathway in mind — for example doing the IB Diploma or A-levels at school — then you can just carry on, and get assistance with your courses from us as and when you need it.
If you are not entirely sure — maybe you are considering exactly which subjects to take — then contact us for a free consultation. Choosing A-level subjects or IB Diploma Higher Levels is often crucial in determining what degree courses you can apply for. This is not just about the next 2 years — it is about the next 5 or 6. Getting the subject selection right now gives you the widest possible choice later.
This may depend a little bit on your current school. They may have rules for what you can do next — for example, a minimum grade to continue into their sixth form or IB programme. If what the school allows you to do is not entirely what you would like to do, then come and see us.
ITS is Hong Kong's only official A-level centre with non-traditional learning approaches. Our full-time "private candidate" students study 3 A-level subjects with as little as 6 hours per week of classroom time. With flexible options to suit many different approaches and philosophies for education, we can often find a path that works even when a conventional school cannot. Come and speak to us with no obligation.
You have several options worth considering. You can discuss your situation with your exam centre — it is possible to retake individual subjects. It might also be worth considering having the paper remarked, especially if you were very close to the grade boundary. Alternatively, you could redo an IGCSE subject with ITS alongside your other plans.
Speak to us about how any of these options could be achieved around your current school or work plans. Sometimes a single grade improvement in a key subject makes a significant difference to what A-level or IB courses you can access.
One option would be becoming a private candidate with ITS — the only non-traditional official A-level and IGCSE centre in Hong Kong. You do both your learning and your exams at ITS. We offer both a two-year programme and an accelerated one-year International A-level Science programme covering Maths plus Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Or you can have a personally tailored programme set up for you.
Alternatively, you can do an additional A-level with us on top of your existing school curriculum — for example to add a science or a language subject that your school doesn't offer. Contact us for more information or have a look at our Private Candidate page.
Also useful: expert UK university admission advice and expert US university admission advice.
Get in touch with us. We can assist with a school search strategy in Hong Kong, helping you identify schools that accept students at Sixth Form level and match your academic profile and interests. We also offer a bespoke school search service for schools in the UK — from boarding schools to sixth form colleges.
Whether your IGCSE results are stronger or weaker than expected, there will be schools that are a good fit for you. Let us help you find them.
IGCSE is the foundation — now choose the right post-16 qualification to reach your university goals. ITS offers flexible programmes for every situation.
Study 3 A-level subjects at ITS — Hong Kong's only non-traditional official A-level centre. As little as 6 hours per week of classroom time. A flexible, personally tailored approach that works around your situation.
Learn More →A structured two-year full-time group class programme covering Maths plus 2 or 3 sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology). Maximum 10 students per class. Ideal for IGCSE students who want a focused, classroom-based path to A-level qualifications.
Learn More →If your school offers the IB Diploma, or you are applying to a school that does, ITS can provide tuition across all IB subjects, including Higher Level support, Extended Essay, and TOK guidance.
Learn More →Expert guidance for choosing your next school (HK or UK), navigating sixth form applications, and planning your long-term university pathway — starting from your IGCSE results.
Learn More →A practical, qualification-based route to university that doesn't require traditional A-level grades. Good for students who prefer applied, project-based learning over written exams.
Learn More →Thinking about a US university after A-levels or IB? IGCSE is a great time to start planning. Build your SAT or ACT preparation alongside your post-16 studies for a stronger US application.
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