What are the recommended number of teaching hours for Cambridge International A Level?

The number of teaching hours is stated under the 'Guided learning hours' section within each of our syllabus booklets.

Cambridge International A Level syllabuses are designed on the assumption that students have approximately 360 guided learning hours per subject over the duration of the course (normally two years). Over this course course, approximately five hours per week of teaching time would be sufficient.

AS Level syllabuses are designed on the assumption that students have about 180 guided learning hours per subject over the duration of the course (normally one year).

Guided learning hours include direct teaching and any other supervised or directed study time. They do not include private study by the candidate. However, these figures are for guidance only, and the number of hours required may vary according to local curricular practice and the students’ prior experience of the subject.