<P> The ICE is awarded in three grades: Distinction, Merit and Pass . It requires 2 passes in Languages, and one pass in every other group whilst the seventh subject be in any group to be qualified for an award . </P> <P> In addition, to award top candidates with the uppermost achievement, Cambridge awards "Outstanding Achievement Awards" in the categories of "top in country", and "top in world" for each subject . </P> <P> The qualification is recognized by many institutions in the world . Many students finishing the IGCSE move on to post-16 study, in preparation for exams such as the A-Levels . </P> <P> Recognition and accreditation of the IGCSE in the UK is growing . As of now, only independent schools can easily offer IGCSE subjects, though the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is allowing more use of IGCSE subjects in state - funded schools . Ofqual allows the use of Cambridge IGCSE exams under the name of "Cambridge International Certificates". </P>

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