Bbc news igcse results 2017
According to the BBC News article published on August 17, 2017, the IGCSE results for 2017 showed a slight decline in overall grades compared to the previous year.
Here are some key points from the article:
- The number of A* grades awarded to students taking IGCSEs (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) fell by 1.4% compared to 2016.
- The number of A-A grades (including A) fell by 0.6%.
- The overall pass rate remained steady at 97.4%.
- The number of students achieving grades A-C (including A-E) fell by 0.3%.
- The number of students achieving grades D-G (including E-F) increased by 0.5%.
The article also noted that the decline in A grades was largely driven by a decrease in the number of A grades awarded in subjects such as mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
It's worth noting that IGCSE results are not the same as GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) results, which are taken by students in the UK. IGCSEs are taken by students around the world, and are often used as a qualification for entry to international schools and universities.
Here is the link to the BBC News article: