Cambridge AS Level bridges the gap to A Level.
Cambridge AS Level tutoring from specialist tutors who understand the curriculum, the AS-to-A-Level decision per subject, and the USAf Conditional vs Full Exemption pathways. Because the right call differs by subject, sessions run one-to-one — online or in person across all nine SA provinces.
Three steps to your child's
Cambridge AS Level tutor.
More than 10,000 professional, experienced and verified tutors on the MyAPEX app. As a result, starting Cambridge AS Level tutoring takes just minutes — book, talk, and start learning.
1. Book a tutor
Tell us your child's grade, subjects and goals on the MyAPEX app. We match a verified Cambridge AS Level tutor in minutes.
2. Talk to us
Confirm your match and book securely in the app. Our team checks everything and reaches you on WhatsApp, SMS or email.
3. Start learning
Lessons begin — online via the MyAPEX app or in person. Track every session and your child's progress from your phone.
Cambridge AS Level — two qualifications in one.
Cambridge International states: "Some subjects can be started as a Cambridge International AS Level and extended to a Cambridge International A Level." AS Level can be standalone, or the first half of a full A Level.
From IGCSE → AS Level → Full A Level → University
Apex tutors map your child's subject combination at every stage, against USAf exemption rules.
Cambridge IGCSE
Cambridge IGCSE / O Level — 5+ subjects across Groups I–V. Minimum grade C for USAf.
Cambridge AS Level
Choose AS-only or start the AS-to-A journey. 4+ AS subjects can earn a USAf Conditional Exemption (Paragraph 27).
Cambridge A Level
Continue AS subjects to full A Level for USAf Full Exemption (Paragraph 15). Cambridge: "the gold standard."
SA University Entry
Full or Conditional USAf Matric Exemption Certificate. Pathway opens to SA public universities.
Cambridge AS Level is the Advanced Subsidiary stage of Cambridge's Advanced Levels.
Cambridge International AS Level is part of Cambridge's "Cambridge Advanced" qualifications, alongside Cambridge International A Level. In practice, targeted Cambridge AS Level tutoring helps your child make the right AS-to-A-Level choice subject by subject. For example, Cambridge International states schools have "a choice of 55 subjects and the freedom to offer them in almost any combination," and that some subjects extend from AS to full A Level.
AS Level is where your child moves from broad-base IGCSE knowledge to subject specialism. The choice of AS subjects shapes university applications years later.
Source: Cambridge International — AS & A Levels overviewCambridge AS Level → USAf Conditional Exemption.
Cambridge AS Level subjects qualify for a USAf Conditional Exemption directly via Paragraph 27, or feed into a Full Exemption if your learner continues to full Cambridge A Level (Paragraph 15).
What grade counts as an "Advanced Subsidiary subject"?
"any subject offered for and passed with a symbol A, B, C or D at Advanced Subsidiary Level or Advanced Supplementary Level as prescribed for the examinations of the examining bodies mentioned in Annexure I"
A Cambridge AS Level subject needs a minimum of grade D to count. Apex targets higher — D is a floor, not a goal.
Source: USAf — DefinitionsConditional Exemption via Cambridge AS Level
"the Committee of Principals shall issue a certificate of conditional exemption to a person who passed a minimum of four Advanced Subsidiary Level subjects and one Ordinary Level subject in an examination conducted by examining bodies in the United Kingdom."
Plus the Two-Sitting Rule: subjects must be completed across no more than two examination sittings.
Source: USAf — Paragraph 27Cambridge A Level → Full Exemption
For a USAf Full Exemption (rather than Conditional), the standard route is to continue from Cambridge AS Level into full Cambridge A Level. Paragraph 15 / Paragraph 13 then applies, requiring at least 5 subjects with at least 2 at A Level. See our Cambridge A Level page for detail.
Online via the MyApex App.
Or in person, in your home.
Cambridge AS Level is the inflection point of your child's Cambridge journey — subject specialism begins, and stakes get higher. Apex AS Level tutors are matched per subject and per learner. Online sessions delivered via the MyApex App with session recording; in-person available across all nine SA provinces.
The questions Cambridge AS Level parents ask most.
What is Cambridge International AS Level?
Cambridge International AS Level (Advanced Subsidiary) is part of Cambridge's "Cambridge Advanced" tier alongside Cambridge International A Level. Notably, Cambridge International states schools have "a choice of 55 subjects and the freedom to offer them in almost any combination," and that "some subjects can be started as a Cambridge International AS Level and extended to a Cambridge International A Level."
Is Cambridge AS Level a standalone qualification or only half of A Level?
Both. Cambridge International describes Cambridge AS Level as a qualification in its own right, and as the first stage of a full Cambridge International A Level. In practice, some Cambridge subjects can be taken at AS only, while others extend to full A Level. As a result, Apex helps families plan the AS-only vs AS-to-A-Level decision per subject.
Does Cambridge AS Level qualify for USAf matric exemption?
Cambridge AS Level subjects qualify for the USAf Conditional Exemption pathway under Paragraph 27: "four Advanced Subsidiary Level subjects and one Ordinary Level subject." For Full Exemption, learners typically continue to full Cambridge A Level (USAf Paragraph 15). (Source: USAf Paragraph 27.)
What grade does USAf require for a Cambridge AS Level pass?
USAf defines an Advanced Subsidiary subject as "any subject offered for and passed with a symbol A, B, C or D." Grade D is the minimum that counts for USAf exemption pathways at AS level. (Source: USAf Definitions.)
Does Apex tutor all Cambridge AS Level subjects?
Yes. Apex tutors all Cambridge International AS Level subjects. Tutors matched per subject and per learner. Sessions online via the MyApex App or in person across all nine SA provinces.
Ready to start Cambridge AS Level tutoring?
One-on-one Apex Cambridge AS Level tutoring — online via MyApex App or in person, anywhere in South Africa. Free first consultation.
Open MyAPEX →