O Level Syllabus in Pakistan
O Levels offer a wide range of subjects designed to cater to the diverse interests and future goals of students. The syllabus is prepared and updated by Cambridge International Examinations (CAIE) to meet international standards. Each subject syllabus serves as a complete guide for students and teachers, covering important topics, learning outcomes, and assessment methods expected in the final examination.
Compulsory Subjects
All students appearing in O Levels must take five compulsory subjects, regardless of their chosen group or interest:
- English Language
- Urdu
- Islamiyat (Islamic Studies)
- Pakistan Studies
- Mathematics
These subjects are mandatory in order to qualify for IBCC equivalence to Matriculation (SSC) in Pakistan.
Elective Subjects
Apart from compulsory subjects, students can choose from a wide range of electives depending on their career goals and personal interests. More than 40 elective subjects are available, covering fields such as Sciences, Humanities, Arts, Business, and Languages.
Some popular electives include:
- Sciences: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science
- Business & Commerce: Economics, Business Studies, Principles of Accounts, Commerce
- Humanities & Arts: Sociology, History, Literature in English, Fine Arts, Travel & Tourism
- Languages: Arabic, French, German, Spanish, Bengali, Urdu (First Language & Second Language)
Every subject has a well-organized syllabus that acts as a guide to students and teachers about the topics expected in examination.