Cambridge IGCSE March 2027 Exams

The IGCSE Exam Dates 2027 for the Cambridge March 2027 series have been released for Administrative Zone 4. Students appearing for the Cambridge IGCSE March 2027 exams can check the subject-wise timetable, paper codes, exam duration, and AM/PM session details to plan their preparation properly.

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IGCSE Exam Dates 2027

The IGCSE 2027 exam timetable gives students a clear idea of when each paper will be conducted. It also shows whether the exam will be held in the AM session or PM session.
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Exam Name Cambridge IGCSE March 2027 Exams
Exam Series March 2027 Series
Administrative Zone Zone 4
Exam Board Cambridge International Education
Timetable Type Final Exam Timetable
Main Exam Period February to March 2027
Exam Sessions AM and PM
Details Included Subject, component code, paper duration, date and session

Cambridge IGCSE March 2027 Test Date Windows

IGCSE exams 2027 have test date windows instead of a single fixed written exam date. These usually include practical tests, speaking tests, and oral components.
Subject / Component Code Test Date Window
Art & Design – Practical 0400/02 01 November 2026 to 27 February 2027
English as a Second Language Speaking 0510/32 29 January 2027 to 10 February 2027
First Language English Speaking & Listening 0500/04 29 January 2027 to 10 February 2027
French Speaking 0520/03 29 January 2027 to 10 February 2027
ICT Practical A 0417/21 27 January 2027
ICT Practical B 0417/31 02 February 2027
Spanish Speaking 0530/03 29 January 2027 to 10 February 2027

IGCSE Exam Dates 2027: 03 to 05 February 2027

Date Subject / Paper Code Duration Session
03 February 2027 Mathematics Core 0580/12 1h 30m AM
03 February 2027 Mathematics Extended 0580/22 2h AM
03 February 2027 Cambridge International Mathematics Core 0607/12 1h 15m AM
03 February 2027 Cambridge International Mathematics Extended 0607/22 1h 30m AM
03 February 2027 Environmental Management 0680/12 1h 45m PM
04 February 2027 Physics Practical 0625/52 1h 15m AM
04 February 2027 Physics Alternative to Practical 0625/62 1h AM
04 February 2027 Combined Science Practical 0653/52 1h 15m AM
04 February 2027 Accounting 0452/22 1h 45m PM
05 February 2027 Chemistry Core 0620/32 1h 15m AM
05 February 2027 Chemistry Extended 0620/42 1h 15m AM
05 February 2027 French 0520/22 1h PM
05 February 2027 Hindi as a Second Language 0549/01 2h PM

IGCSE Exam Dates 2027: 08 to 12 February 2027

Date Subject / Paper Code Duration Session
08 February 2027 First Language English 0500/12 2h AM
08 February 2027 English as a Second Language 0510/12 2h AM
08 February 2027 ICT 0417/12 1h 30m PM
09 February 2027 Chemistry Practical 0620/52 1h 15m AM
09 February 2027 Chemistry Alternative to Practical 0620/62 1h AM
09 February 2027 Business 0264/12 1h 30m PM
10 February 2027 First Language English 0500/22 2h AM
10 February 2027 English as a Second Language Listening 0510/22 50m AM
10 February 2027 Computer Science 0478/12 1h 45m PM
11 February 2027 Literature in English 0475/12 1h 30m AM
11 February 2027 Geography 0460/12 1h 45m PM
12 February 2027 Physics Core 0625/32 1h 15m AM
12 February 2027 Physics Extended 0625/42 1h 15m AM
12 February 2027 Combined Science Core 0653/32 1h 15m AM
12 February 2027 Combined Science Extended 0653/42 1h 15m AM
12 February 2027 French 0520/42 1h PM
12 February 2027 Spanish 0530/22 1h PM

IGCSE Exam Dates 2027: 15 to 19 February 2027

Date Subject / Paper Code Duration Session
08 February 2027 First Language English 0500/12 2h AM
08 February 2027 English as a Second Language 0510/12 2h AM
08 February 2027 ICT 0417/12 1h 30m PM
09 February 2027 Chemistry Practical 0620/52 1h 15m AM
09 February 2027 Chemistry Alternative to Practical 0620/62 1h AM
09 February 2027 Business 0264/12 1h 30m PM
10 February 2027 First Language English 0500/22 2h AM
10 February 2027 English as a Second Language Listening 0510/22 50m AM
10 February 2027 Computer Science 0478/12 1h 45m PM
11 February 2027 Literature in English 0475/12 1h 30m AM
11 February 2027 Geography 0460/12 1h 45m PM
12 February 2027 Physics Core 0625/32 1h 15m AM
12 February 2027 Physics Extended 0625/42 1h 15m AM
12 February 2027 Combined Science Core 0653/32 1h 15m AM
12 February 2027 Combined Science Extended 0653/42 1h 15m AM
12 February 2027 French 0520/42 1h PM
12 February 2027 Spanish 0530/22 1h PM

IGCSE Exam Dates 2027: 22 to 26 February 2027

Date Subject / Paper Code Duration Session
22 February 2027 Literature in English 0475/22 1h 30m AM
22 February 2027 Literature in English 0475/32 45m AM
22 February 2027 Literature in English 0475/42 1h 15m AM
22 February 2027 Geography 0460/42 1h 30m PM
23 February 2027 Cambridge International Mathematics Core 0607/52 1h 15m AM
23 February 2027 Cambridge International Mathematics Extended 0607/62 1h 30m AM
23 February 2027 History 0470/22 1h 45m PM
24 February 2027 Additional Mathematics 0606/12 2h AM
24 February 2027 French Listening 0520/12 50m PM
24 February 2027 Spanish Listening 0530/12 50m PM
24 February 2027 Spanish 0530/42 1h PM
25 February 2027 Global Perspectives 0457/12 1h 25m AM
25 February 2027 History 0470/42 1h PM
26 February 2027 Physics Multiple Choice Core 0625/12 45m AM
26 February 2027 Physics Multiple Choice Extended 0625/22 45m AM
26 February 2027 Combined Science Multiple Choice Core 0653/12 45m AM
26 February 2027 Combined Science Multiple Choice Extended 0653/22 45m AM
26 February 2027 Accounting Multiple Choice 0452/12 1h 30m PM

IGCSE Exam Dates 2027: 01 to 04 March 2027

Date Subject / Paper Code Duration Session
01 March 2027 Economics Multiple Choice 0455/12 1h AM
01 March 2027 Hindi as a Second Language Listening 0549/02 55m PM
02 March 2027 Additional Mathematics 0606/22 2h AM
03 March 2027 Chemistry Multiple Choice Core 0620/12 45m AM
03 March 2027 Chemistry Multiple Choice Extended 0620/22 45m AM
04 March 2027 Biology Multiple Choice Core 0610/12 45m AM
04 March 2027 Biology Multiple Choice Extended 0610/22 45m AM

Subject-wise IGCSE Exam Dates 2027

Subject Important Exam Dates
Mathematics 03 February 2027, 15 February 2027
Additional Mathematics 24 February 2027, 02 March 2027
English as a Second Language 08 February 2027, 10 February 2027
First Language English 08 February 2027, 10 February 2027
Physics 04 February 2027, 12 February 2027, 26 February 2027
Chemistry 05 February 2027, 09 February 2027, 03 March 2027
Biology 16 February 2027, 18 February 2027, 04 March 2027
Business 09 February 2027, 16 February 2027
Economics 17 February 2027, 01 March 2027
Computer Science 10 February 2027, 18 February 2027
Geography 11 February 2027, 15 February 2027, 22 February 2027
History 19 February 2027, 23 February 2027, 25 February 2027
French 05 February 2027, 12 February 2027, 24 February 2027
Spanish 12 February 2027, 24 February 2027
Hindi as a Second Language 05 February 2027, 01 March 2027

When to Start Tutoring Support?

It depends on the problem, not the month. Plan your tutoring timeline around your goals, subjects, and exam journey.
📅 IGCSE is a 2-year journey. Start early for prevention, not rescue.
   Sept - Oct ‘27   
Diagnostic first. Y10 gaps are still open and still fixable. Build the plan around that, not around a generic syllabus order.
Nov ‘27 - Feb ‘28
Concepts, not past papers. It's too early for exam technique on content that hasn't been taught. Mock results are the only honest data anyone gets before the real thing.
   Mar - Apr ‘28    
Post-mock rebuild. Reweight toward the topics the mocks exposed, while holding the strong topics steady so they don't slide.
    Apr - Jun ‘28    
Support in the gaps, not a stop. Those gaps are the highest-value tutoring hours of the whole year and the ones most often wasted.
       Aug ‘28 +       
Subject selection. Results, then A-Level subject choices.

Support Your Child Through IGCSE

Step 1: Create Master Calendar
Action: Map exam dates + coursework deadlines (Sep ‘27 - Mar ‘28). Share with tutors and parents. 
Step 2: Balance Foundation vs Revision
Action: Grade 9 = concepts. Grade 10 = past papers + technique. 
Step 3: Manage Coursework with Exam Prep
Action: Sept - Dec: 30-40% coursework, 60% learning. Jan - Mar: 50-50. After Mar: 100% exam. Coursework missing deadline = zero.
Step 4: Practicals & Speaking Tests
Action: Sciences: practicals Jan - Mar (30% of grade). Languages: speaking tests Apr - Jun (10%). Cannot cram last minute. Practice monthly from Sept.
Step 5:  Use Mock Exams (Jan - Feb ‘28) to Adjust Plan
Action: Sit mocks. Identify weak topics. Rebuild timetable. Post-mock, allocate 50% time to weak areas, 50% to maintain strong topics.
Step 6: Past Paper Practice by April
Action: Do 6-8 past papers per subject Jan - Apr under timed conditions. Apr - Jun: 70% past papers, 30% review. Volume: Maths 8-10, Sciences 6-8, Languages 4-6. 

Key Takeaways

✓ IGCSE is a two-year qualification, not a one-year exam
Coursework, practicals, and speaking tests are assessed from Grade 9 onward — this isn't a single exam window like other curricula. Students who start structured support in Grade 9 build a foundation that Grade 10's exam-intensive phase depends on
✓ Curriculum body affects the exact timetable
Cambridge, Edexcel, and Oxford AQA each publish separate IGCSE timetables with different exam windows and coursework deadlines. Confirm dates here first before building your revision plan.
✓ Coursework weighting varies dramatically by subject
From 0% in Mathematics to 30% in Sciences and up to 60% in Art & Design, coursework can make or break a final grade independent of exam performance. Missing a coursework deadline results in zero marks for that component — there is no partial credit
✓ Grade 9 foundations determine Grade 10 exam readiness
Strong conceptual grounding built in Grade 9 (Sep 2027–Feb 2028) directly shapes how much of Grade 10 can be spent on exam technique versus re-teaching basics. Prevention in Grade 9 is significantly more effective than rescue tutoring after mock results in January
✓ IGCSE results gate A-Level subject access and university pathways
Most schools require a Grade 5 or above in a subject to continue it at A-Level, with some requiring 6+ for competitive subjects like Mathematics or Sciences. IGCSE grades are the first checkpoint in the university admissions pathway, not just a mid-school assessment.
⚠️ Disclaimer : This page uses IGCSE assessment dates as a reference. Dates may vary by school, region, and assessment provider, so always confirm your child’s exact assessment timetable with their school before planning revision or tutoring. For the most accurate information, check the latest guidance from your child’s school and the relevant education authorities.

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Frequently asked questions

When do Year 7 exams happen?

Year 7 end-of-year exams are May 8-Jun 12, 2027. That's just 8 months away. All subjects are examined. Tutoring should start now (Sep-Oct 2026) to prevent foundation gaps.

When do students choose GCSE subjects?

GCSE subject choices happen in December 2028 (end of Year 8). This gives 2 months after Year 8 end-of-year exams (May-Jun 2028) to decide. Choices are final and lock in for GCSE years.

What happens during Year 8 (2027-2028)?

Year 8 has continuous assessment Oct 2027-May 2028. Mock exams in Jan 2028 show readiness level. End-of-year exams May 7-Jun 11, 2028. Results inform GCSE subject selection.

Do exam dates vary by subject?

Yes. Maths exams (May 20-24, 2027) happen later than English (May 8-10, 2027). Sciences finish by May 31. Check the subject-wise table above for exact dates. Plan revision per subject timing.

 How does tutoring help prepare for KS3 exams?

Sep-Oct 2026: Identify weak areas, build confidence. Oct 2026-May 2027: Close foundation gaps, exam technique. Jan 2028 mocks: Use results to adjust Y8 strategy. Help guide GCSE choices by Dec 2028.

What is the importance of Y9 final exams (May-Jun 2029)?

Year 9 final exams (May 6-Jun 10, 2029) set the GCSE baseline. Strong results = higher GCSE starting targets. Gaps here compound over 2 GCSE years. These exams are critical.

How often should my child attend tutoring sessions?

Most students attend 2–3 weekly tutoring sessions in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Sharjah. The schedule can be tailored to your child’s goals, learning style, and subjects.

Is there a long-term commitment required for tutoring?

No. Our flexible tutoring plans in the UAE let you book home or online classes anytime, with no fixed contracts or long-term commitments.

Do you offer online tutoring in addition to home tuition?

Yes! We offer online tutoring across the UAE, covering all subjects, giving the same personalized attention as in-person home tuition sessions.

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 Sessions are conducted online via our interactive platform, allowing flexible scheduling and convenient learning from home.

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Our tutors undergo qualification checks, interviews, and teaching assessments to ensure high-quality instruction across all major curricula.

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What is the duration of each tutoring session?

Each one-on-one tutoring session lasts 60 minutes, whether taken online or at home.

Can tutoring sessions be canceled or rescheduled?

Yes. You can easily reschedule or cancel sessions with advance notice through our flexible booking system.

 What if my child doesn’t connect with the tutor?

If your child doesn’t connect with a tutor, we’ll review feedback and assign a new tutor who better matches their learning style.

 How do I track my child’s progress?

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