{"id":29931,"date":"2025-08-12T20:07:59","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T20:07:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hotelsalepage.com\/feed\/cision-pr-newswire\/demand-for-cambridge-international-education-soars-in-southeast-asia-and-pacific\/"},"modified":"2025-08-12T20:07:59","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T20:07:59","slug":"demand-for-cambridge-international-education-soars-in-southeast-asia-and-pacific","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=29931","title":{"rendered":"Demand for Cambridge International Education soars in Southeast Asia and Pacific"},"content":{"rendered":"<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"10\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"right\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2590872\/Cambridge_University_Press_and_Assessment_Logo.jpg?p=medium600\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" title=\"logo\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" width=\"118\" \/><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><i><span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> releases <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span> exam results to over 680,000 students globally \u2013 up 9%<\/i><\/li>\n<li><i>Over 40,000 Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level results issued to nearly 16,000 students <span class=\"xn-location\">Southeast Asia Pacific<\/span> today<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">CAMBRIDGE, England<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Aug. 12, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; As the world navigates rapid advancements in technology, manages the growing impact of climate change, and faces geopolitical shifts, more students and families in <span class=\"xn-location\">Southeast Asia<\/span> and Pacific (SEAP) are turning to an international education as a way of preparing for the complexities of tomorrow. Cambridge International Education (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cambridgeinternational.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span><\/a>), has today begun releasing the results of its <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span> exam series to over 680,000 students worldwide, \u00a0a 9% increase over last year, reflecting this accelerating education trend toward global readiness.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<\/div>\n<p>In the SEAP region, more than 165,000 entries were made for <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> qualifications this June, a nearly 4% increase compared to <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2024<\/span>. This growth reflects rising demand in key markets:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Malaysia<\/span>: over 70,500 entries (+2% increase)<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Indonesia<\/span>: over 33,000 entries (+6% increase)<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Vietnam<\/span>: over 15,500 entries (+4% increase)<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span>: over 18,500 entries (+7% increase)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Linked to the increased number of students, the number of exam entries has risen again this June to nearly 1.7 million \u2013 a 7% increase on last year. The growth is not only a testament to the academic quality of <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> programmes but also to a broader shift in what families and educators value: education that builds skills to work and study globally, fosters adaptability, and encourages critical engagement with real-world issues.<\/p>\n<p>Across SEAP, Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level results have been released today, opening doors to top universities and future-focused careers. Results from a 2024 Cambridge Student Destinations survey showed that globally, 89% of the 2024 Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level student cohort progressed directly to university after graduating from school, 47% in their own country and 42% overseas.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> is the largest provider of international education for 14- to 16-year-olds and will issue Cambridge IGCSE and O Level results to over 30,000 students in the SEAP region on 19 August.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;In a time of uncertainty and transformation, the outlook that an international education provides is not just an advantage, it&#8217;s a necessity,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Rod Smith<\/span>, Group Managing Director for International Education at <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span>. &#8220;Congratulations to all those receiving <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> results this August. We are proud to support a global community of learners who are preparing not only for university and careers, but for life in a rapidly changing world.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><b>Future-ready skills in high demand <\/b><\/p>\n<p>While English, mathematics and science remain the most popular subjects at both Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level and Cambridge IGCSE, one of the clearest indicators of changing educational priorities is the surge in entries for Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level Global Perspectives \u2014 up 17% this year. The subject, which encourages students to think critically about global challenges, conduct independent research, and articulate evidence-based arguments, has seen growing uptake across all stages of the Cambridge Pathway. &#8220;As AI transforms the job market, and as climate and global issues demand collaborative solutions, it&#8217;s no surprise that more schools are seeking subjects that equip their students to think beyond borders,&#8221; said Kanjna Paranthaman, Regional Director for SEAP. &#8220;Cambridge Global Perspectives exemplifies the skills students need today, curiosity, rigour, and the ability to understand issues from others&#8217; perspectives.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><b>Demand for international education rising globally<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The number of schools worldwide making entries in the June series has grown by 38% over the past five years, with an associated 74% growth in entries. In total, 5507 Cambridge International Schools in 149 countries made exam entries for the <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span> series.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span>, with more than 160 years of experience in international assessment, now serves nearly two million students annually. Its assessments, including Cambridge Checkpoint for younger learners as well as Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, International AS &amp; A Level and the International Project Qualification are valued by schools and universities worldwide.<\/p>\n<p><b>About <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> <\/b><\/p>\n<p>Cambridge International Education is the awarding body of the International Education group at <span class=\"xn-org\">Cambridge University<\/span> Press &amp; Assessment, part of the <span class=\"xn-org\">University of Cambridge<\/span>. Our International Education group works with schools worldwide to build an education that shapes knowledge, understanding and skills. Together, we give learners the confidence they need to thrive and make a positive impact in a changing world.<\/p>\n<p>We offer a globally trusted and flexible framework for education from age 3 to 19 (the Cambridge Pathway), informed by research, experience, and listening to educators.<\/p>\n<p>With recognised qualifications (such as Cambridge IGCSE and International AS &amp; A Level), high-quality resources, comprehensive support and valuable insights, we help schools prepare every student for the opportunities and challenges ahead. Together, we help <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> learners be ready for the world.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more! Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cambridgeinternational.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">www.cambridgeinternational.org<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!-- wp:html --><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"10\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"right\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnasia.com\/media2\/2590872\/Cambridge_University_Press_and_Assessment_Logo.jpg?p=medium600\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" title=\"logo\" hspace=\"0\" vspace=\"0\" width=\"118\" \/><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><i><span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> releases <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span> exam results to over 680,000 students globally \u2013 up 9%<\/i><\/li>\n<li><i>Over 40,000 Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level results issued to nearly 16,000 students <span class=\"xn-location\">Southeast Asia Pacific<\/span> today<\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">CAMBRIDGE, England<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Aug. 12, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; As the world navigates rapid advancements in technology, manages the growing impact of climate change, and faces geopolitical shifts, more students and families in <span class=\"xn-location\">Southeast Asia<\/span> and Pacific (SEAP) are turning to an international education as a way of preparing for the complexities of tomorrow. Cambridge International Education (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.cambridgeinternational.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span><\/a>), has today begun releasing the results of its <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span> exam series to over 680,000 students worldwide, \u00a0a 9% increase over last year, reflecting this accelerating education trend toward global readiness.<\/p>\n<div class=\"PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference\">\n<\/div>\n<p>In the SEAP region, more than 165,000 entries were made for <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> qualifications this June, a nearly 4% increase compared to <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2024<\/span>. This growth reflects rising demand in key markets:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Malaysia<\/span>: over 70,500 entries (+2% increase)<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Indonesia<\/span>: over 33,000 entries (+6% increase)<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Vietnam<\/span>: over 15,500 entries (+4% increase)<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span>: over 18,500 entries (+7% increase)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Linked to the increased number of students, the number of exam entries has risen again this June to nearly 1.7 million \u2013 a 7% increase on last year. The growth is not only a testament to the academic quality of <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> programmes but also to a broader shift in what families and educators value: education that builds skills to work and study globally, fosters adaptability, and encourages critical engagement with real-world issues.<\/p>\n<p>Across SEAP, Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level results have been released today, opening doors to top universities and future-focused careers. Results from a 2024 Cambridge Student Destinations survey showed that globally, 89% of the 2024 Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level student cohort progressed directly to university after graduating from school, 47% in their own country and 42% overseas.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> is the largest provider of international education for 14- to 16-year-olds and will issue Cambridge IGCSE and O Level results to over 30,000 students in the SEAP region on 19 August.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;In a time of uncertainty and transformation, the outlook that an international education provides is not just an advantage, it&#8217;s a necessity,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Rod Smith<\/span>, Group Managing Director for International Education at <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span>. &#8220;Congratulations to all those receiving <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> results this August. We are proud to support a global community of learners who are preparing not only for university and careers, but for life in a rapidly changing world.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><b>Future-ready skills in high demand <\/b><\/p>\n<p>While English, mathematics and science remain the most popular subjects at both Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level and Cambridge IGCSE, one of the clearest indicators of changing educational priorities is the surge in entries for Cambridge International AS &amp; A Level Global Perspectives \u2014 up 17% this year. The subject, which encourages students to think critically about global challenges, conduct independent research, and articulate evidence-based arguments, has seen growing uptake across all stages of the Cambridge Pathway. &#8220;As AI transforms the job market, and as climate and global issues demand collaborative solutions, it&#8217;s no surprise that more schools are seeking subjects that equip their students to think beyond borders,&#8221; said Kanjna Paranthaman, Regional Director for SEAP. &#8220;Cambridge Global Perspectives exemplifies the skills students need today, curiosity, rigour, and the ability to understand issues from others&#8217; perspectives.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><b>Demand for international education rising globally<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The number of schools worldwide making entries in the June series has grown by 38% over the past five years, with an associated 74% growth in entries. In total, 5507 Cambridge International Schools in 149 countries made exam entries for the <span class=\"xn-chron\">June 2025<\/span> series.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span>, with more than 160 years of experience in international assessment, now serves nearly two million students annually. Its assessments, including Cambridge Checkpoint for younger learners as well as Cambridge IGCSE, O Level, International AS &amp; A Level and the International Project Qualification are valued by schools and universities worldwide.<\/p>\n<p><b>About <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> <\/b><\/p>\n<p>Cambridge International Education is the awarding body of the International Education group at <span class=\"xn-org\">Cambridge University<\/span> Press &amp; Assessment, part of the <span class=\"xn-org\">University of Cambridge<\/span>. Our International Education group works with schools worldwide to build an education that shapes knowledge, understanding and skills. Together, we give learners the confidence they need to thrive and make a positive impact in a changing world.<\/p>\n<p>We offer a globally trusted and flexible framework for education from age 3 to 19 (the Cambridge Pathway), informed by research, experience, and listening to educators.<\/p>\n<p>With recognised qualifications (such as Cambridge IGCSE and International AS &amp; A Level), high-quality resources, comprehensive support and valuable insights, we help schools prepare every student for the opportunities and challenges ahead. Together, we help <span class=\"xn-location\">Cambridge<\/span> learners be ready for the world.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more! 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