At Astana Garden International School, students study subjects at the university freshman level already in high school.
This not only provides knowledge but also a real advantage when applying to leading universities around the world.
This not only provides knowledge but also a real advantage when applying to leading universities around the world.
AP is a university level even in school.
AP subjects at AGIS – advanced level courses
Advanced Placement (AP) is an international program by the College Board that allows students to study subjects at university-level difficulty and validate their academic level through international exams.
High exam scores can be credited at university, allowing students to skip some foundational courses and progress faster.
AP courses develop critical thinking skills, information analysis, research capabilities and argumentation of ideas.
Passed exams and certificates for AP subjects serve as substantial evidence for foreign universities that the student is ambitious and ready for serious academic challenges.
Students study university-level material, which helps to transition smoothly to university education.
- Academic credits
- Development of key skills
- Motivation for admission
- Preparation for university
Why is the AP program necessary?
are held annually in may and have various formats: test questions, essays, source analyses, practical projects or portfolios. Some exams are conducted entirely online through the Bluebook app, while a hybrid format is used for certain subjects.
AP exams
AP requires more time and effort than regular school subjects.
Academic load
Some universities pay special attention to specific subjects (for example, economics, mathematics, or computer science).
Future admission plans
The choice should align with their future academic and career plans.
Interests and Strengths of the Student
It is recommended to consider:
How to choose AP Courses?
At AGIS, students can combine:
- IB (international academic foundation)
- AP (advanced university-level subjects)
- BTEC (practical skills and career)
- this makes the applicant’s profile unique.
- increases chances for grants
- strengthens the applicant's profile
- demonstrates independence and motivation
- shows readiness for high academic load
Why Do Universities Value AP?
AP results with scores of 4–5 (out of 5) significantly enhance competitiveness when applying to top universities worldwide.
AP в Astana Garden International School
- AP World History: Modern
- AP Art and Design
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Chemistry
- AP Precalculus
- AP Microeconomics
- AP Computer Science A
- AP Seminar
- AP Research
- AP Comparative government and politics
AP COURSES FOR 2025-2026:
- in 10-11 grades, they can choose several subjects, including more advanced ones.
- from 9th grade, students begin with one introductory AP course;
More about university preparation:
More about the programs:
- students with a high level of motivation
- those planning to study abroad
- those ready for academic load
Who are AP subjects suitable for?
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