Foundation for the Development of Schools, Secondary Specialised and Vocational Education at STARS International University

DIGI STARS — EDUCATION WITHOUT BORDERS

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DIGI STARS digital education

WHAT IS DIGI?

DIGI STARS is a comprehensive primary and secondary education programme for pupils in grades 1–11, led by the Foundation for the Development of Schools, Secondary Specialised and Vocational Education. It makes the fundamentals of modern digital knowledge accessible to students.

DIGI STARS programme award

Thanks to the DIGISTARS programme, students not only gain knowledge but learn to apply it to succeed.

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What you will achieve

Aligned with the UK national computing curriculum

Aligned with the UK national computing curriculum

Printed and digital resources for students and teachers

Printed and digital resources for students and teachers

A certificate is issued after each completed stage

A certificate is issued after each completed stage

An Ofqual-regulated Level 2 Award in Computer Technology is also issued

An Ofqual-regulated Level 2 Award in Computer Technology is also issued

Education system

EXPLORERS

Grades 1–2

This first stage of the UK national curriculum introduces primary pupils to computational thinking, online safety, digital literacy and programming with SCRATCH.

  • Digital design
  • Presenting information
  • Data processing
  • Programming
Programming languages:Scratch
EXPLORERS

USD 44 for all; USD 0 for DIGI STARS students (covered by the university)

NAVIGATORS

Grades 3, 4, 5, 6

New topics develop programming skills further as students learn a second core language, PYTHON.

  • Animation and graphic modelling
  • Programming
  • Creating computer games
  • Creating digital presentations
  • Professional relationships and collaboration
  • Data presentation and analysis
Programming languages:Python
NAVIGATORS

USD 44 for all; USD 0 for DIGI STARS students (covered by the university)

TRAILBLAZERS

Grades 7, 8, 9

Students expand their existing programming knowledge through more advanced SCRATCH and PYTHON lessons.

  • Protecting yourself and friends online
  • Solving problems with algorithms
  • Data types
  • Designing and developing computer programmes
  • Computer logic and number concepts
  • Computer models and simulation
  • Computer systems
Programming languages:PythonScratch
TRAILBLAZERS

USD 44 for all; USD 0 for DIGI STARS students (covered by the university)

LEVEL 2 AWARD

Grades 10–11

This programme strengthens programming knowledge through advanced PYTHON classes and an introduction to JAVA.

Graduates of the DIGI Level 2 Computer Technology programme receive a UK-recognised alternative to an IGCSE in computing. This is the fourth and final core stage of the curriculum.

Programming languages:PythonJava
LEVEL 2 AWARD

Ofqual and the UK Department for Education (DfE)

Regulated by:

OfqualDepartment for EducationDepartment for Science, Innovation and Technology

Ofqual, DfE and DSIT work together to support education quality in England. DfE sets education policy, Ofqual oversees examinations and assessment, and DSIT supports technology. Together they develop a system that reflects students’ knowledge and skills.

UCAS is the UK’s central organisation for managing higher-education applications.
Instructus Skills is a leading UK certification body for vocational training.

To complete the DIGI STARS programme successfully, participants may also take additional training:

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Participants will be prepared for prestigious exams such as TOEFL, opening opportunities to study and work abroad.

The programme includes:
TOEFL Primary (Grade 5) · TOEFL Junior (Grade 9) · TOEFL iBT (Grade 11)

Official TOEFL guide

TOEFL — your path to global opportunities

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is a leading international assessment of English proficiency. Developed and administered by the nonprofit Educational Testing Service (ETS), founded in 1947, the test was first held in 1964.

TOEFL Primary (Grade 5)

TOEFL Primary (Grade 5)

8+

Assessment of basic reading, listening and comprehension skills

TOEFL Junior (Grade 9)

TOEFL Junior (Grade 9)

11+

Assessment of everyday and academic communication skills

TOEFL iBT

TOEFL iBT

11+

Assessment of everyday and academic communication skills

Key facts about TOEFL:

01

Recognised by more than 11,000 universities and institutions in 150 countries.

02

With over 60 years of history, TOEFL is a leading international English-proficiency assessment.

03

Millions of students choose TOEFL each year to demonstrate their skills.

Why choose TOEFL?

By bringing TOEFL preparation to schools, lyceums, colleges and vocational institutions, we help students compete internationally, demonstrate their skills and pursue higher academic goals.

TOEFL is an internationally recognised leading test designed to provide objective and impartial English-language results.
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MATHEMATICS

We teach mathematics in an accessible, in-depth way to prepare students for the official SAT exam.

SAT: A PATH TO THE WORLD’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS UNIVERSITIES!

The SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) is an international exam accepted by many prestigious universities, including Harvard, MIT, Stanford, Oxford and Yale. SAT results can strengthen applications and help candidates stand out.

SAT exam results

Why is the SAT important?

01

An important criterion for admission to prestigious universities

02

SAT scores may open up grant and scholarship opportunities

03

The exam assesses maths, reading and writing skills relevant to university admission

Take the SAT and build your path to a better future!

STARS is an official ETS and College Board partner in Uzbekistan

Our certified test centres provide a secure environment, backup power generators, modern computers and high-speed internet for online testing.

STARS Computerised Information Resource and Examination Centre in Tashkent

STARS Computerised Information Resource and Examination Centre in Tashkent

STARS Berdakh Computerised Information Resource and Examination Centre in Nukus

STARS Berdakh Computerised Information Resource and Examination Centre in Nukus

STARS Amir Temur Computerised Information Resource and Examination Centre in Karshi

STARS Amir Temur Computerised Information Resource and Examination Centre in Karshi

Combine your final two years of study with the International Foundation Year/Diploma programme and gain guaranteed admission to prestigious undergraduate programmes!

9top-100 universities
150+partner universities
13Russell Group universities

International Foundation Year/Diploma — partner universities

International Foundation Year/Diploma (IFY/D) is a one-year pre-university programme offered in person and online. It provides a pathway to university study across a wide range of fields.

Local secondary education

Complete the International Foundation Year/Diploma programme in just nine months.

International Foundation Year/Diploma

Improve your English reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

Access to 150+ universities / 6,000+ courses

Choose modules that support progression to your selected discipline.

Bachelor’s degree

Direct access to many universities in Uzbekistan and worldwide.

Courses and modules available for International Foundation Year/Diploma

TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE:

  • Space technology and research
  • Engineering, including mechanical engineering
  • Nanotechnology
  • Electronics and robotics
  • Chemical technology and energy
  • Mining and geology
  • Ecology and sustainable development

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING:

  • IT and programming
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning
  • Cybersecurity
  • Robotics and automation
  • Mechatronics

DESIGN AND CREATIVE FIELDS:

  • Architecture
  • 2D/3D animation and graphic design
  • Marketing and sales
  • Fashion and design

MEDICINE AND HEALTHCARE:

  • Medicine
  • Dentistry
  • Pharmacy
  • Pharmacy

HUMANITIES AND LAW:

  • Law
  • Sociology
  • History and culture
  • Psychology

EDUCATION AND MANAGEMENT:

  • Sports management
  • Education
  • Hospitality and tourism
  • Philosophy

ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS:

  • Finance
  • Economics
  • Business management
  • International relations
  • Global business technologies
  • Project management
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