Center for AI in Education · Cambridge IGCSE

IGCSE Cognitive Extension Hub

20 subjects. 280 interactive activities. Deeper thinking across the curriculum.

Give students a real intellectual challenge: simulate changing conditions, confront alternative perspectives, question evidence and develop their own conclusions. Every activity includes a four-step classroom sequence and a ready-to-use AI prompt.

20 subject collections280 complete activities6 smaller subject hubs
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The learner stays in charge. Start with an independent idea, use AI to challenge and extend it, verify claims, and make the final decision yourself. Activities and teacher notes are fully included on this page.

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Choose a focused hub. Open a subject, select an activity, and find the complete challenge, classroom steps, AI prompt, reflection and teacher notes directly on the page.

2 subjects · 28 activities

Mathematics & Computing

Explore mathematical conjectures, computational models, algorithms and the reasoning behind digital systems.

  • Mathematics
  • Computer Science
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3 subjects · 42 activities

Natural Sciences

Put scientific explanations and predictions to the test through evidence, changed variables and critical investigation.

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
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3 subjects · 42 activities

Integrated & Environmental Sciences

Investigate complex scientific and environmental systems where causes interact and decisions have consequences.

  • Combined Science
  • Co-ordinated Sciences
  • Environmental Management
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4 subjects · 56 activities

Humanities & Social Sciences

Question sources, investigate global issues, interpret geography and history, and evaluate economic choices.

  • History
  • Geography
  • Global Perspectives
  • Economics
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5 subjects · 70 activities

Languages & Literature

Challenge interpretation, explore how language works and practise communicating when a situation changes.

  • First Language English
  • English as a Second Language
  • Literature in English
  • First Language Spanish
  • Spanish as a Foreign Language
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3 subjects · 42 activities

Business & Creative Design

Confront business choices, examine artistic intention and test designs against changing constraints and users.

  • Business
  • Art & Design
  • Design & Technology
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All 20 subjects

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Art & Design0400Biology0610Business0264Chemistry0620Co-ordinated Sciences0654Combined Science0653Computer Science0478Design & Technology0445Economics0455English as a Second Language0510/0511Environmental Management0680First Language English0500First Language Spanish0502Geography0460Global Perspectives0457History0470Literature in English0475Mathematics0580Physics0625Spanish as a Foreign Language0530
The complete activities are on these pages. Teachers should check the relevant Cambridge syllabus and apply school policies for safe, responsible AI use.