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  • I passed my IGCSE exam with flying colours after studying at Language Express. Their teachers were really friendly and the lessons were fun too!
    - Andrew / Student at Language Express
  • I got 3 A’s and a B on my IGCSE’S thanks to Language Express! I passed in only 6 weeks and I’m now looking forward to starting university!
    - Best / Student at Language Express
  • Language Express is a great place to study, all of the staff are really friendly, their teachers made my lessons fun and I passed all of my exams. Thank you!!
    -High / Student at Language Express
  • The teachers at Language Express really dedicated their time to take care of me. Even outside classes, they spent time advising me on the course and my future life.
    - Kik / Student at Language Express
  • The IGCSE course at Language Express was extremely efficient and delivered by some very knowledgeable tutors. I was given the option of studying with foreign or Thai teachers and they helped me during every stage of the course.
    - Susan / Student at Language Express
  • I passed all 5 subjects with the excellent grades. I will introduce my friends to study here as well!
    - Tee / Student at Language Express
  • I improved my English as well as learning all that was necessary to pass my IGCSE subjects. The teachers and staff Language Express were always helpful and now I’ve passed the IGCSE I can’t wait to start uni!
    - Thames / Student at Language Express

Study IGCSE at Language Express Bangkok

  • We offer various subjects that cover all areas of IGCSE study
  • Learn IGCSE with specialist, experienced subject teachers
  • Students can choose to study with Thai or native English teachers.
  • Private, semi-private, and group classes are available.
  • We conduct regular progress tests during the period of the course so that students can track their progress.

IGCSE Information

The IGCSE (or International General Certificate of Secondary Education) is a certificate of secondary education accredited by the UK government. Students passing IGCSE exam can use this certificate as an equivalent to a high school diploma and apply for international universities in Thailand. The IGCSE comprises of various test subjects covering speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills as well as other skills like science, maths and social studies. IGCSE offers 2 different kinds of the test including Core and Extended.

  • Extended - Suitable for more advanced students. This exam contains all of the key core skills as well as more challenging subject matter. The exam is graded A, B, C, D and E.
  • Core - This exam evaluates students’ overall skills and focuses on general information in each subject. Students are graded either C,D,E,F or G.

Language Express offers both the extended and core IGCSE preparation course to students who want to enter to international universities both in Thailand and overseas. Our high quality teachers and well-structured course ensures the maximum results in the shortest time. Moreover, we also help students plan entry to universities once they pass their exam.

IGCSE Course at Language Express

Offered subjects: At Language Express, we offer a range of subjects in IGCSE particularly, the main core subjects that students should all be aiming to take.

  1. Mathematics
  2. Biology
  3. Chemistry
  4. Combined Science
  5. Co-ordinated Science
  6. First Language English
  7. English as a Second Language (ESL)
  8. Development Studies
  9. Geography
  10. History
  • Course Duration - One subject includes 20 hours study. We divide each subject into 2 parts; 16 hours for text book and 4 hours for test based. Students are ensured to get idea and knowledge of all subjects as well as to practice how to do the test effectively.
  • Class size - Maximum 8 students (in group class). We also offer private class (one on one) and semi-private class (2-3 students) as well. For more information, call now 02-675-3915!
  • Teachers - Language Express offers both native Thai teachers and native English teachers for our IGCSE course. For group class, students will study with Thai teachers only. However, for private or semi private classes, students can choose to study with Thai or English teachers. We guarantee that both Thai and foreign teachers here are high experienced and qualified. Teachers are not only the teachers for you, but also the advisers as well.

Who can take the IGCSE exam?

The British council, the test administrator in Thailand, does not require a minimum age of students who want to take a test. However, Language Express recommends that students should be at least 15 in order to take a test as the content in IGCSE covers most areas in high school and can be quite challenging to younger students.

What are the benefits from IGCSE?

  1. Students get the chance to enter to international universities both in Thailand and foreign countries faster.
  2. Students learn English whilst gaining specific, advanced subject knowledge.
  3. For students who may have had problems getting the Thai high school diploma as they have studied abroad for a while, IGCSE is one of the best solutions for you to help gain access to HE universities in Thailand and abroad.
  4. Language Express offers one of the most affordable options for students wishing to study IGSCE.

Language Express

Language Express is conveniently located just 1 minute walk from Ploenchit BTS station. We have an in house coffee shop – Coffee Buzz – and a comfortable well resourced learning environment with plenty of support staff on hand to help should you need assistance of any kind. More importantly all of the teaching staff at Language Express are highly qualified experienced English instructors. Our teachers have the skills, knowledge and resources to ensure that your language development gets you to where you need to go.



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