IGCSE English Literature
Exam Board: Edexcel Syllabus Code: 4ET1
The English Literature IGCSE involves the study of a range of engaging and popular texts, that remain both challenging and accessible for all learners. The texts include poetry, prose and drama and reflect the work of a diverse range of writers and poets. We follow the coursework and examination option, ensuring that students develop the ability to read and respond to a wide range of literary texts from around the world, develop an appreciation of the ways in which writers use literary techniques, explore the writer’s use of language to create effects and, most importantly, allow students to find enjoyment in reading literature.
Paper 1: Poetry & Modern Prose – 2 hour examination – 60% weighting
Content: Section 2
Students answer one essay question on a pre-studied prose text.
Coursework: Modern Drama & Literary Heritage – 2 pieces of coursework – 40% weighting
Students answer one essay question (negotiated with teacher) on a studied Literary Heritage text.
The texts for study are currently:
Literary Heritage
One heritage text from the list below:
Romeo & Juliet – William Shakespeare
Macbeth – William Shakespeare
Modern Prose
One prose text from the list below:
Of Mice & Men – John Steinbeck
To Kill a Mockingbird – Harper Lee
Things Fall Apart – Chinua Achebe
The Whale Rider – Witi Ihimaera
The Joy Luck Club – Amy Tan
Modern Drama
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time – Adapted for the stage by Simon Stephens
Poetry
A range of poems drawn from the published Edexcel anthology.
If you have any queries about this course, please contact Head of Department: Matthew Taylor.
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