IGCSE English Language
Exam Board: Edexcel Syllabus Code: 4EA1
The English Language IGCSE course requires students to read widely and critically across a range of non-fiction genres such as travel literature, journalism, and persuasive writing. Through the detailed study of a variety of texts drawn from across the centuries, students will develop confidence in identifying and exploring writers’ purposes and techniques. They will also learn to apply this understanding in the composition of their own writing.
This course is examined through a combination of coursework and terminal examinations. Students may also undertake a Spoken Language activity which forms part of the qualification but does not count towards the final grade.
Paper 1: Non-Fiction Texts & Transactional Writing – 2 ¼ hour examination – 60% weighting
Content: Section B
Students will complete an extended piece of transactional writing e.g. an article, a speech.
Coursework – 2 pieces of coursework – 40% weighting
Content: Task 2
Students produce a personal and imaginative writing piece.
Spoken Language – 0% weighting
If you have any queries about this course, please contact Head of Department: Matthew Taylor
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