International GCSE English Literature
The Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in English Literature is a linear qualification. All components must be taken at the end of the course of study. The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to:
- engage with and develop the ability to read, understand and respond to a wide range of literary texts from around the world
- develop an appreciation of the ways in which writers achieve their literary effects
- to develop the skills needed for literary study
- explore, through literature, the cultures of their own and other societies
- find enjoyment in reading literature and understand its influence on individuals and societies.
This course at Glance:
- Official IGCSE subject awarded by Edexcel
- Open to International students
- The qualification recognised by institutions worldwide
- Blended Learning (Self Studies + Live Lessons)
Assessment
Examination based. Assessment will occur either at a British Council office or an approved Edexcel Centre in your home country. Choice of a 100% external assessment, or a 60% external examination and 40% internal coursework option.
Component 1: Poetry And Modern Prose
Externally assessed: Written examination 2 hours.
60% of the total International GCSE
- The poetry collection from Part 3 of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English
- Anthology.
- One modern prose text from the list of set texts (page 8).
- Develop skills to analyse unseen poetry.
- Develop skills to analyse how language, form, structure and contextual factors can be used to create meanings and effects.
- Develop skills to maintain a critical style and informed personal response.
- Develop comparison skills.
Section A – Unseen Poetry: one 20-mark essay question exploring the meaning and effects created in an unseen poem. The poem will be reproduced in the question paper.
Section B – Anthology Poetry: one 30-mark essay question from a choice of two, comparing two poems from Part 3 of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE English Anthology.
Section C – Modern Prose: one 40-mark essay question from a choice of two on each of the set texts.
The total number of marks available is 90
Component 2: Modern Drama And Literary Heritage Texts
Externally assessed: Written examination 1 hour and 30 min.
40% of the total International GCSE
- One modern drama text from the list of set texts.
- One literary heritage text from the list of set texts
- Develop skills to analyse how language, form, structure and contextual factors can be used to create meaning and effect.
- Develop skills to maintain a critical style and informed personal response
Section A – Modern Drama: one 30-mark essay question from a choice of two on each of the set texts.
Section B – Literary Heritage Texts: one 30-mark essay question from a choice of two on each of the set texts.
The total number of marks available is 60.
Paper 3: Modern Drama And Literary Heritage Texts
It is internally assessed. 40% of the total International GCSE.
- One modern drama text from the list of set texts.
- One literary heritage text from the list of set texts.
- Develop skills to analyse how language, form, structure and contextual factors are used to create meaning and effect.
- Develop skills to maintain a critical style and informed personal response.
The assessment of this component is through two coursework assignments, internally set and assessed, and externally moderated by Pearson.
Assignment A – Modern Drama: one essay response to a teacher-devised assignment on the studied text.
Assignment B – Literary Heritage Texts: one essay response to a teacher-devised assignment on the studied text.
The total number of marks available is 60
Course Duration
International GCSE English Literature is a two-year program. During the two years of studies, students will have access to live online classes and one-to-one subject support.
Course Outcome
Upon completing the International GCSE in English Literature, students will achieve an Edexcel qualification ( providing that all exams have been completed and passed). The final certificate will allow students to apply for A-level and beyond.
Entry Criteria
- Provide two years’ previous school reports
- Students whose English is not their first language must either sit an internal English assessment or provide an English certificate at a min level of B2 in all components.
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