The General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level (GCE ‘O’ Level) is one of the most widely recognised secondary school qualifications worldwide. Offered through Cambridge Assessment International Education and Pearson Edexcel, the programme is designed to develop strong academic foundations alongside essential higher-order skills, including analytical thinking, problem-solving, evaluation, research, and informed decision-making.
The GCE ‘O’ Level provides a rigorous pathway to advanced qualifications such as AS and A Levels, the Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE), the International Baccalaureate (IB), and North American Advanced Placement (AP) programmes. As such, it enables students to pursue higher education at leading universities in Pakistan and internationally.
For over five decades, Cambridge and Edexcel have delivered ‘O’ Level qualifications globally, continually updating syllabi to reflect evolving educational practice and international academic standards. The programme offers flexibility in subject selection, allowing students to build on their strengths while maintaining a broad and balanced academic profile that supports lifelong learning.
Subjects Offered
A wide range of subjects is available at Alpina Schools & Colleges. Commonly selected subjects in Pakistan include:
Compulsory Subjects
Optional Subjects
* Biology is compulsory for students intending to pursue medical studies in Pakistan.
Parents and students are encouraged to contact the School Office for a complete and current list of GCE ‘O’ Level subjects offered.
Our Approach to ‘O’ Level Success
The strength of Alpina’s GCE ‘O’ Level programme lies in a carefully structured academic framework that emphasises both conceptual mastery and examination excellence. This includes:
Through this comprehensive approach, Alpina prepares students not only to achieve strong examination outcomes, but also to develop the academic confidence and independence required for success in higher education and beyond.