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ENGLISH LANGUAGE

& ENGLISH LITERATURE

CORE CORE

COURSE CONTENT All students, except some of those studying English as an Additional Language, will
take IGCSE English Language and most will also take English Literature in a
combined course. English at IGCSE involves the development of skills in the four
strands of communication: reading, writing, speaking and listening. This course will
focus on:

• Reading widely, including fiction and non-fiction, poetry and plays.
• Writing for a broad range of purposes and in a variety of modes.
• Speaking confidently and fluently.

APPROACH TO TEACHING At IGCSE level you will be taught both Language and Literature within the same
AND LEARNING timetable and by the same teacher. Skills such as essay writing and analysis of
various styles of writing form an important part of the course. You will study an
exciting range of material (all designed to make you a better reader, writer, speaker
and listener), including creative writing, writing for specific audiences and purposes,
drama, prose fiction and poetry. Discussion and debate are important elements of
the lessons; we want our students to arrive at their own conclusions, and express
their views convincingly.

ASSESSMENT The course is assessed through a combination of coursework and exams.
English Language Spoken Language English Literature
NEA: 40%. Endorsement: You are NEA: 40%.
You will produce a piece of also assessed on a formal You will write two essays,
creative writing, as well as presentation to your class, one analysing a modern
an essay on two short for which you can receive play, and the other
literary works, in which a Pass, Merit or exploring a play by
you explore the techniques Distinction. This does not Shakespeare.
used by the authors, and count towards your overall
their effects on the reader. IGCSE grade, but is Examination: 60%.
recorded as a separate You will sit a 2 hour paper,
Examination: 60%. endorsement on your in which you have to
You will sit a 2 hour 15 certificate. respond to an unseen
minute paper, in which poem, write a comparative
you have to analyse some essay on two poems you
non-fiction texts and studied in class, and write
produce a short piece of an essay on a novel.
transactional writing, such
as a letter, article or
speech.

FURTHER INFORMATION As one of the core subjects, a good grade in English is an essential entry
requirement for any subsequent higher education course. More importantly, good
skills in English are transferable far beyond the classroom. The ability to
communicate effectively is an invaluable life skill. The IGCSE English course is more
than just a qualification and its importance should not be underestimated.

EXAM BOARD AND The English Language specification number is: 4EA1
SPECIFICATION International_GCSE_English_Language-A_specification.pdf (pearson.com)
The English Literature specification number is: 4ET1
International_GCSE_English_Literature_specification.pdf (pearson.com)

CONTACT Head of English and Media
Mr J Baddock
baddock.j@millfieldschool.com

YEAR 10/11 COURSE GUIDE 9